The Heavenly Emperor Returns

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At the same time, in the dark world at the edge of the universe, an incomparably vast and ancient figure lay dormant within the boundless darkness. Suddenly, his eyes opened.

"The Emperor?"

He slowly sat up. Just sitting, his head reached the highest point of the universe.

"My lord..."

One name after another echoed in fear as countless dark creatures stared in horror. The dormant Immortal Emperor, long thought asleep for millions of years, had awakened completely.

"Emperor Refinement... Is such a being truly born among the heavens and worlds?"

He gazed at the image on the Golden List, which was nearing its end. For the first time, a deep shock appeared in his eyes. This Refinement Emperor was terrifying. Even the Strange Ancestor couldn't withstand one palm and was annihilated.

"I wonder what kind of force this Refinement Emperor belongs to. Could he be from beyond the Boundary Sea?"

The ancient Dark Immortal Emperor, supreme in the realm of Immortal Emperors, muttered thoughtfully. He wasn't sure if Shen Lian, the man shown on the Golden List, was the one he had once clashed with across the River of Time.

But after a moment of contemplation, he made a decision.

"Whether it is you or not, when the Boundary Sea opens, that will be the day you fall."

He looked up into the void. Hidden within the vast dark silhouette, a strange smile appeared on his face. He believed that if the owner of that vast white jade celestial hand from the video dared act again in this realm, those truly ancient beings would stir long before he did.

The announcement on the Golden List of the Heavens resumed.

Ranked second: The Shenxu World.

Reason for ranking: The Etu Plateau, ancestors watching from above, a great world withers, the emperor bleeds.

With the second place revealed, countless powerful cultivators across the heavens sighed. Compared to the previous worlds, where only Chosen Ones stood out, the Shenxu World marked the peak of an era. It was a glorious realm of chaos and bloodshed where wind and clouds gathered.

Huangdi, Yedi, the Ruthless Empress, Wushi the Great Emperor, and others emerged here. They faced the desolate lands and fought until the very end.

This was the final chapter for Shrouding the Heavens and the Nine Heavens.

Then, a dull yet majestic voice echoed in the minds of countless cultivators.

"In three days, the number one world in the heavens and realms will be revealed."

As this voice sounded, excitement swept across every corner of the realms.

"Could it be His Majesty the Refinement Emperor?"

Countless hearts questioned, and those like Wang Nixian, Pu Wangchen, Human Sovereign Su Yu, Mushenren, and Xu Shizi clenched their fists. Would they once again see the unparalleled figure in that pitch-black imperial robe?

Every world had its own thoughts.

In the Universe Realm, atop the Da Luo Divine Mountain.

"Number one… could it be us?"

Xuanba, Diji, and others looked on with mixed emotions. The closer they got to the final reveal, the louder the drumbeats in their hearts. By now, the rankings were no longer just a list; they were a testament to power, a judgment across the heavens, and a platform to showcase one's legend.

At their level, they had few rivals in their respective universes. To journey farther across the starry seas, they needed to stand on an even greater stage.

Logically, the top world should be theirs, yet... it hadn't been confirmed. Anything could still happen.

"You all..."

Shen Lian chuckled and shook his head. He had no real concern for the list. Whether he appeared or not wouldn't impact his strength. So he watched only with amusement.

Suddenly, a system notification rang in Shen Lian's mind.

"Ding. Host reminder: once the ranking statistics are completed, the mysterious rewards will be distributed. The higher the ranking, the greater the rewards, descending from top to bottom."

Shen Lian raised his brows slightly, a flicker of surprise on his face.

"Oh? There really is a reward?"

In that case, perhaps this ranking was more valuable than he'd thought. He muttered quietly to himself.

Three days passed in the blink of an eye for many cultivators. For immortals, three days, even three hundred or three thousand years, was but a moment of seclusion or insight.

But this time, three days felt endless. Countless powers didn't dare blink, afraid they'd miss the update. Their eyes stayed fixed on the Golden List.

Finally, the three days ended.

The Golden List of the Heavens, silent until now, began to shine faintly.

A moment later, a majestic voice echoed.

"This time, the ranking list of the heavens and the worlds reaches the number one position. Now updating."

Boom!

Suddenly, the Great Dao resonated. Bells and drums rang across the universe, and time itself rippled as it transformed into musical runes, merging into a divine hymn.

A majestic aura surged forward through the fairy song.

Then, amidst this ritual music, a deep voice echoed across the heavens like a tale being told.

"I came from the mortal world, seeking immortality."

"Looking through past and present, overlooking the eight wastes. I press upon all realms and ascend to supremacy. I should be the first emperor of the ancient and modern universe."

"I emerged from the red dust, covered in mud, riding my sword and soaring on the wind, full of joy."

"I climbed towers to view rivers, and when I entered the sea, the sea embraced me."

"Heaven and earth tried to keep me from being born, but I forged my path to longevity through fierce winds and spring thunder."

"Is there anyone, past, present, or future, who can stand before me?"

"I kept my sword hidden in solitude for ten years. Now unsheathed, even gods and buddhas tremble."

"By order of Emperor Refinement, all gods must retreat."

With the final words, the golden screen on the Heavens List brightened.

A light slowly emerged and expanded, heralding the official start.

"I'm coming!"

"It's finally begun!"

"Emperor Refinement commands, gods must retreat! Hahaha! It truly is His Majesty!"

"The number one emperor in all the ages! Who else deserves that title if not the Refinement Emperor?"

"Heaven wouldn't allow me to be born, yet I forged my path in thunder and wind—what a powerful line!"

"Front row seats! Selling peanuts and melon seeds!"

"Leaving my name here! This is history!"

At that moment, the entire heavens erupted. No matter what people were doing, they paused instantly. All eyes turned to the Golden List.

The moment the number one name appeared, it shook every realm and every heart.

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