297 - It Turns Out, They Are the Protagonists

**Fan Fiction Network** Search Fan Fiction Complete Fan Fiction Serialized Fan Fiction Rankings Home > Fan Fiction > So, They Are the Protagonists **Chapter 297: So, They Are the Protagonists** **Author: ccc** As these thoughts occupied her mind, Tang Sufi suddenly sensed something, almost instinctively lifting her gaze to the sky. A slender, almost imperceptible wisp of raven-black aura drifted through the air, appearing profound and mysterious, as if containing a unique spiritual essence. Tang Sufi’s gaze momentarily froze before quickly realizing something. This aura was identical to the one emanating from the Primordial Witch who had just left! But where was this aura headed? Wei Mongru also noticed this phenomenon. She slightly lifted her head, and upon seeing the raven-black aura, a trace of doubt flickered in her eyes. “That aura seems to be flying towards us,” Tang Sufi remarked, her eyes fixed above. As she spoke, a hint of curiosity and anticipation crept into her gaze. Encased in the aura of the Primordial Witch, perhaps it could be some form of legacy left behind? If so, its descent here might be in search of a worthy heir… Such speculation was unsurprising. Wei Mongru narrowed her eyes, observing the raven-black aura streaking across the sky toward them. For reasons unknown, the aura felt oddly familiar to her, prompting her to instinctively extend her hand. Then, under the incredulous gaze of Tang Sufi, the raven-black aura descended from the heavens, quietly infusing into Wei Mongru’s body. Tang Sufi froze, eyes wide with shock as she stared at Wei Mongru. Someone not from the World Sea receiving a fragment of the Primordial Witch's aura...? Not only the saintess of the World Sea but even the maid appeared puzzled, gazing at her hand as she sensed an indistinct presence within her body. Wei Mongru closed her eyes, focusing intently. Previously stuck at the bottleneck of the eighth grade of Spirit Refinement, the infusion of what seemed to be the witch's aura now hinted at an imminent breakthrough. Boom! Amid their bewilderment, a deafening roar erupted from the sky. Under the canopy of the Martial Realm, leaden clouds gathered above, drawn by the wind. At that moment, even the cultivators across the Martial Realm couldn't help but be drawn to the terrifying thunder tribulation. Curiosity mixed with fear glimmered in their eyes. These were descendants of ancient families who had witnessed the thunder tribulations of their elders transcending to the Void Return realm. Yet, even those tribulations paled in comparison to the current storm clouds. Boom! Another thundering roar erupted, as a staggering black mist enveloped Wei Mongru, causing the storm clouds to violently quiver. A glimmer of white lightning flickered, as if being prepared. Some cultivators, after a brief moment of surprise and hesitation, immediately set off towards Wei Mongru's location. An uproar of this magnitude would pique anyone's curiosity. Even Mu Zhian, head raised to the sky, felt a growing sense of unease seeing the storm clouds congregating in a specific spot. If what the Primordial Witch said was true, it meant Wei Mongru might be associated with the Primordial Witch. No sooner did the witch's obsessions fade did this commotion erupt... It might very well be related to Wei Mongru. “I need to go see for myself…” Mu Zhian resolved internally, calming his mind before summoning his flying sword to head toward the storm's focal point. Cultivators participating in the Martial Realm examination also began moving toward Wei Mongru's location. Once the various regions' people converged on a single site, amidst the chaos, there might be an opportunity to fish in troubled waters and gain points to pass the assessment. Meanwhile, mighty figures from all over the land, sensing something amiss, opened their eyes with uncertainty directing their gaze toward the Eastern Continent's Martial Realm. To young cultivators, it might seem like an ordinary thunder tribulation. Only those powerful beings knew this was no ordinary advancing tribulation. At the Spirit Refinement level, one cannot summon the Great Dao. Now, the Heavenly Dao itself has been stirred. This is because someone has shattered the constraints of the world, someone not bound by its rules, causing the Great Dao to react. ... In a certain area, an old master within Ye Yu’s body suddenly let out a surprised gasp. “Huh?” “Teacher, what’s the matter?” Ye Yu inquired in his mind. However, the old master did not respond immediately, as if concentrating on sensing something. Then, he abruptly opened his clouded eyes, his tone uncharacteristically excited, urgently advising, “Head to where the thunder tribulation is… That thing must be obtained!” His voice overflowed with enthusiasm, eager to possess Ye Yu’s body to seize the heavenly miracle. Though the underlying reasons puzzled Ye Yu, with his teacher so insistent, he wasted no time, dashing in the maid's direction. In a moment, the talents participating in the exam focused their attention on the convergence of the thunder tribulation. Standing at the tribulation’s heart was Wei Mongru, accompanied by the World Sea Saintess, Tang Sufi. **Chapter 278: Killing Until No One Dares to Compete – 7,000 Characters** The chaos body, killing until no one dares to compete! The Martial Realm sky roiled with dark clouds, filled with the ominous rumble of thunder, as if attempting to engulf the world, turning everything a shaded grey. For many Spirit Refinement realm cultivators, they have weathered thunder tribulations, each more terrifying with greater talent. Legends speak of the ninefold thunder tribulation, where regardless of one's brilliance, survival remains elusive. From the first to the ninth, each level of tribulation adds a ‘Thunder Dragon’, their destructive powers exponentially increasing. For a Spirit Refinement peak to encounter a ninth-level tribulation, its force would equal a Void Return realm’s most serious strike. Yet, Wei Mongru’s tribulation clearly did not belong to the ninefold variety. This was Heaven’s punishment, summoned against someone of ill-fortune, one not of worldly regulations! This heavenly trial, although a tribulation, specifically targeted the individual, not drawing new tribulations even if others stepped in. However, Heaven's movement often brings 'treasures' falling with it, the gathering of cultivators being motivated by this chance. Upon Ye Yu’s arrival, a hundred feet from Wei Mongru’s location, multiple cultivators had already gathered, with Tang Sufi among them, distancing herself to avoid interfering with Wei Mongru's tribulation. Ye Yu stood within the crowd, eyes reflecting disbelief at the yellow-garbed maid’s silhouette aloft. Clearly, he was meant to be the destined protagonist, yet this maid, by Mu Zhian’s side, neared Void Return?! One hallmark of the Void Return realm was unaided levitation sans a flying sword, and though Wei Mongru hadn't yet transcended Spirit Refinement to the Void Return, she was at the cusp. Even he could barely claim a sixth-tier Spirit Refinement, clutching precariously to power through relentless cultivation amid chaotic spirits. Such unfair comparisons tempted envy. Should Wei Mongru fail her tribulation, well enough, but successfully transcending signifies her rising as the foremost beneath Lan Muliang… Such thoughts brought Ye Yu's fists to clench, longing for power intensifying. Taking a deep breath, he strove to calm himself, "Teacher, where's the treasure you mentioned?” “Patience, watch closely.” The senior figure within Ye Yu's mind restrained his excitement, advising, “The treasure will likely appear as the girl officially begins her tribulation, the prime moment for you to seize Heaven's fortune.” “But remember, others will also notice the presence within the tribulation, so act strategically.” Ye Yu nodded slightly, suddenly recalling something with concern, “But isn’t entering another's tribulation supposed to bring additional, harsher tribulations?” Despite perceiving himself a genius, Ye Yu had no desire to test surviving multiple tribulations. “Her tribulation won’t draw extra ones; rest assured,” the senior confirmed internally. “Years of pondering why her cultivation speed surpassed so-called prodigies, now seems clear.” "What do you mean, Teacher…?" “People apart from Heaven's rules aren't recognized by the Heavenly Dao; thus, her tribulations aren't typical nor do they invoke the Dao—her trials toy dangerously with the divine.” “If so, her tribulations exceed ordinary challenges…” "In short, even if you rush in, there won't be any problems," the old voice continued cautiously, "However, that young girl might not be so fortunate..." Ye Yu's eyes flickered, instinctively raising his head, "What do you mean, teacher?" "The tribulation won't resonate with you, but for every person entering it, the tribulation will resonate with the one undergoing the ascension," the elderly voice explained, steeped in mystery. "This is the punishment for those who defy the worldly rules." After a brief hesitation, Ye Yu stared at Wei Mongru in the sky, saying to himself, "If that's the case, once people sense the treasures amidst the tribulation and rush in, won't she be..." ...wiped out by the tribulation? "Perhaps." "But that's not our focus. Instead, it's..." "I understand, the sacred item forged within the tribulation!" Ye Yu immediately responded, hearing the murmurs of surrounding cultivators, his eyes shining with eagerness and expectation. Boom! At this moment, a deafening sound reverberated under the heavens, instinctively drawing everyone's gaze upwards. Wei Mongru stood steady with her sword, her yellow skirt fluttering, surrounded by a hundred yards of space where faint lightning shards seemed to rise. This was the sign that a thunder tribulation was brewing. "This tribulation is different from any I've encountered... It seems to target just this woman?" Someone in the crowd observed after a brief study. "Indeed, typically, a tribulation would also involve nearby cultivators, igniting new ones. But we’re so close without causing any resonance — truly peculiar." The crowd, witnessing this unusual phenomenon, began whispering amongst themselves. Boom! Another thunderous clap echoed across the sky, drawing even more gazes towards Wei Mongru in the distance. They realized the tribulation was fermenting, and it was terrifying! Beneath the hazy sky, dark clouds converged like a vast galaxy, within which a roaring lightning dragon coiled, its form terrifying as it cast lightning shards with each swipe of its tail, a pale white pearl grasped in its jaws. "Heavenly Dao's Aura!" Someone exclaimed from the crowd. Immediately, eyes burned with excitement and longing. Normally, tribulations might very rarely grant sacred items, but for Wei Mongru to birth a Heavenly Dao's Aura from a Spirit Refinement tribulation, it was a rarity among rarities. This is the fate of a destined protagonist. Even with her disastrous luck... Within her current tribulation, a Heavenly Dao's Aura descended. At this moment, the lightning dragon released its grip, letting the Heavenly Dao's Aura fall, swirling among the lightning fragments, and emitting a deep, mysterious black glow that irresistibly drew eyes upon first glance. Huang Manting, who had arrived unnoticed, looked up at the Heavenly Dao's Aura, a thoughtful expression in her eyes. The cultivators nearby were itching to act, eyes locked on the Heavenly Dao's Aura, desperate to seize it. However, they knew, though Wei Mongru's tribulation wouldn't affect them, whoever acted first would be besieged by the others. Finally, a green-robed cultivator, unable to resist any longer, turned into a streak of light, darting towards the Heavenly Dao's Aura in the sky. At this, the saintess Tang Sufi, clad in a blue dress, suddenly gestured, releasing a dazzling light filled with terrifying pressure towards the green-robed cultivator. Forced to stop, he lifted his head to find Tang Sufi blocking his path, a faint smile on her face, "With someone undergoing a tribulation now, isn't it unreasonable to recklessly intrude?" The green-robed cultivator frowned, his gaze dark and uncertain, but after glancing at the heavenly treasure, he laughed, "If I'm not mistaken, the one transcending should be an Eastern continent cultivator? Why is a saintess from the World Sea speaking for them?" Tang Sufi, unperturbed, replied with a slight smile, "I just disapprove of your actions. Do you not understand the consequences of rushing into a tribulation zone?" Wei Mongru's tribulation was unique, where entering it wouldn’t harm the intruder, but it would exponentially increase the difficulty for her. Given Wei Mongru's possible ties with the Primordial Witch, even at the risk of offending the gatherers, Tang Sufi couldn't allow anyone to disturb Wei Mongru's tribulation. **Chapter List** Previous: No One Understands Villainy Like Me Next: Crossover: Becoming a Superhero at the Start **Recommended Reading!** - Martial Arts: Infinite Vitality Points, Invincible in the Jianghu - I, Soon-to-be Immortal Emperor, Join a Chat Group After a Million-Year Slumber - One Piece: Summoning Thor, Defeating Kaido with a Scented Sword - Three-Body: I Am the Insect, Leader of the Swarm! - Crossover: An Endless Conquest - Konoha: Today, Naruto Will Outshine Everyone with Hard Work - Martial Arts: Destiny Rewards Diligence, Hunted by Xu Weixiong - Pokémon: Starting from Pallet Town - Konoha: Reviving the Uchiha, Starting with a Bride - Zombies: Turn the Concubine into the Ancestor, Yue Qiluo Begs for Mercy **Copyright©2022 Fan Fiction All Rights Reserved.**