James thought that he would be considered a powerful figure once he crossed into the Divine Rank. After conversing with
Emperor Jabari, he realized that the Divine Rank was considered weak. Even a Grand Emperor at the Ninth Heaven stood no
chance against the Heavenly Path, let alone a cultivator at the Divine Rank. Since the Heavenly Path wished to annihilate
humankind, James had no choice but to fight against Heaven. He knew that this journey would be a treacherous one.
Regardless, he knew he had to soldier on.
Next, he concentrated on observing Nuub’s tribulation.
An Emperor Tribulation was extremely terrifying. Each lightning tribulation was enough to annihilate a Grand Emperor at a similar
rank. However, Nuub was extremely powerful, and he had mastered many terrifying secret Supernatural Arts. Not only that, but
his blood had evolved, allowing him to resist the Heavenly Tribulation. Even so, he was in a wretched state after being
relentlessly bombarded by the Heavenly Tribulation. As the Heavenly Tribulation descended, Nuub was covered in blood all over
his body no matter how many tactics he had.
As the Heavenly Tribulation continued, James observed from afar.
This Heavenly Tribulation lasted for three whole months. Over the past three months, Nuub was almost turned to ashes.
However, through his terrifying bloodline power, he managed to overcome the tribulation.
The Heavenly Tribulation disappeared. Standing in the void, Nuub was covered with injuries all over his body. His physical body
was scarred and covered in blood, his hair was disheveled, and he was in a wretched state. However, he was laughing.
“Hahaha! Hahahahaha! Finally, I have crossed into the Grand Emperor Rank’s Fifth Heaven!”
His laughter boomed.
James walked toward him and said smilingly, “Congratulations, Nuub. You have reached even greater heights. After reaching the
Fifth Heaven, you will be invincible in the Boundless Realm.”
Nuub catalyzed his bloodline power to heal his injuries, which recovered at a rapid pace.
Looking at James, a smile crept up on his face as he said, “I was able to make a breakthrough thanks to Aquacollis. Thank you
for getting me such a great item! Otherwise, I’ll never be able to cross into the Fifth Heaven in my lifetime.”
“I’m glad that you made a breakthrough.”
James said, “Soon, there’ll be a fierce battle, and I need your help.”
Nuub gave his assurance, “I promised you I’d obey your every command for the next 100,000 years. Don’t worry, I’ll hold up my
end of the bargain.”
Hearing this, James was relieved. With Silvester, a Grand Emperor at the Seventh Heaven, and Helvius and Nuub, who were at
the Fifth Heaven, James was confident they could annihilate the Sanctuary this time and seize the Ancestral God Rank Elixir in
their possession.
“Let’s return to Elixir City for now,” James said.
“Sure.”
Nuub did not hesitate at all. He casually waved, and powerful energy emerged from his palm and tore the void open. Then, they
disappeared without a trace from space. When they reappeared, they were already outside Elixir City.
James passed through Elixir City and headed to the Elixir Pavilion. Then, he entered Sky City and the Elixir Residence.
At an accommodation at the Elixir Pavilion’s courtyard...
Upon returning to his accommodation, James stayed there for some time and did not wander about. He was waiting for the Elixir
Gathering to commence. In the meantime, he made the necessary preparations. He knew that once the battle erupted, the Elixir
Pavilion, Elixir City, and even the world, could be utterly destroyed. He had no idea how many would perish, but he was not
Superman. The best he could do was to ensure the safety of his loved ones and acquaintances.