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Half a month passed in the blink of an eye.
With Mo Yu's command, Wind Emperor finally confirmed the lineup for this operation of Thunder Prison.
The number of people mobilized was not large, but each individual had been carefully selected—almost all of Thunder Prison's most elite forces were deployed.
For this journey to the Ancient Thunder Palace, not only would Mo Yu personally lead the expedition, but Wind Emperor and all other Earthly Supremes would also participate without exception.
Even some particularly strong experts were permitted to accompany them. In total, their numbers appeared to be around a hundred, but even the weakest among them had stepped into the Fifth Grade Supreme Realm.
The ruins of the Ancient Thunder Palace were filled with unknown dangers. No one could predict what terrifying crises lay hidden within. In such circumstances, recklessly sending in a large army would be extremely unwise. Thus, quality was prioritized over quantity.
Many high-ranking members of Thunder Prison were naturally apprehensive about deploying their elite forces to the Heavenly Thunder Continent. After all, they were originally from the Skylaw Continent, and traveling thousands of miles to an unfamiliar land was bound to be an adjustment.
However, in the past two years, Mo Yu had already established an unparalleled reputation within Thunder Prison. Although there were some doubts, no one dared to question his decision.
Thus, at the teleportation formation in the Blood Rock Realm, waves of elite forces from Thunder Prison were continuously transported toward their destination—none other than the Heavenly Thunder Continent, thousands of miles away.
The far eastern region of the Heavenly Thunder Continent was an extremely desolate land. Natural disasters were abundant—hurricane-like winds strong enough to tear through mountains swept across the terrain.
Thunderstorms raged unpredictably, with bolts of lightning splitting the earth apart for hundreds of miles. Fierce beasts roamed freely; though their intelligence was low, they each possessed strange abilities, making them extraordinarily difficult to deal with.
Due to these various threats, few dared to step foot into this land. Only specialized groups, dedicated to hunting exotic beasts or searching for rare heavenly treasures, would venture into these parts.
However, in less than half a year, everything changed.
Deep within the far eastern region, space itself fractured, revealing glimpses of an ancient palace looming in the distance.
It was the Ancient Thunder Palace!
This discovery sent shockwaves across the entire Heavenly Thunder Continent. What was once a barren land suddenly became a hub of unprecedented activity.
Countless forces and powerful individuals swarmed in like locusts, transforming the once desolate landscape into a region more prosperous than even the continent's central cities.
In fact, the sheer number and quality of experts now present far surpassed those in any other region.
One could say without exaggeration that the far eastern region had now become the true heart of the Heavenly Thunder Continent—all because of the resurfacing of its former overlord, the Ancient Thunder Palace.
In a small city near the far eastern region, Mo Yu and Wind Emperor sat inside a tea pavilion.
Although Thunder Prison's main forces had yet to arrive, Mo Yu and Wind Emperor had already set foot on the Heavenly Thunder Continent in advance to gather intelligence.
Originally, this city had been a remote and inconspicuous place. But due to its proximity to the far eastern region, it had now become highly populated. In fact, streams of light constantly streaked across the sky, all heading in the same direction—toward the far eastern region.
The tea pavilion was bustling with people, each radiating powerful energy, indicating that their strength was far from ordinary.
"Prison Lord, Elder Wind Emperor, we are already nearing the far eastern region. However, there are no teleportation formations beyond this point—we'll have to continue our journey on foot," a Thunder Prison expert respectfully reported from behind Mo Yu.
Mo Yu nodded slightly. The far eastern region was far too barren, and it made sense that no faction had ever bothered constructing teleportation formations there. Fortunately, they were already close, and at their speed, they would reach their destination in a matter of days.
"Based on the intelligence we gathered earlier, there's a major city at the edge of the far eastern region called East Gang City. It is the largest city in this territory.
"Right now, it's packed with powerful figures from all over, including individuals who have ventured into the far eastern region and returned with valuable information. We should be able to obtain some insights about the Ancient Thunder Palace there," Wind Emperor suggested while glancing at Mo Yu.
He knew that Mo Yu was determined to claim the Ancient Thunder Palace. After all, not only had the palace been a supreme force in ancient times, but its founder—Demon Heart Lightening Emperor—was also one of the legendary Nine Ancient Emperors, possessing terrifying strength.
Coincidentally, Mo Yu also followed the path of thunder cultivation, making him highly compatible with the legacy of the Demon Heart Lightening Emperor. If Mo Yu or Thunder Prison could inherit the palace's secrets, it would be an enormous advantage.
"Some reckless individuals have already risked their lives by sneaking into the spatial fractures of the Ancient Thunder Palace to retrieve artifacts. They then auction these items off at sky-high prices in East Gang City, which has drawn even more people in," Wind Emperor added.
"Oh?" Mo Yu's eyes flickered with interest. These people were truly gamblers with their lives.
The ruins of the Ancient Thunder Palace were in complete spatial disarray—one wrong step and one could be swallowed by a spatial rift. Entering at this stage was nothing short of suicidal.
However, if they had managed to retrieve some genuine artifacts, it might provide clues that could give Mo Yu a head start over his competitors. And in the pursuit of great opportunities, the first to strike often reaped the greatest rewards.
"It seems we need to make a trip to East Gang City," Mo Yu remarked, narrowing his eyes slightly.
Though he had already acquired the silver tower containing the Demon Heart Lightening Emperor's legacy from the hands of the Thunder Saint, any additional information would still be a valuable asset in navigating the ruins.
With this in mind, Mo Yu and his companions took a brief rest before setting off at full speed toward East Gang City.
East Gang City, located on the edge of the far eastern region, was a fortress-like city. Though it had once been in decline, with sparse population and dwindling resources, the sudden emergence of the Ancient Thunder Palace had breathed new life into it.
Now, the city was thriving beyond imagination.
As Mo Yu and his group arrived at a mountaintop overlooking the city, they witnessed the overwhelming influx of figures streaking through the sky. The constant rush of powerful individuals filled the air with piercing wind howls, never ceasing for a moment.
Vast waves of energy rippled from the city, and even from a great distance, the sheer density of gathered spiritual power was enough to cause the surrounding world's energy to boil in response.
"This Ancient Thunder Palace truly holds an irresistible allure. With the number of powerful figures here, even Lesser Earthly Supremes will be mere cannon fodder in this battle…"
Mo Yu narrowed his eyes as he observed the city. He could faintly sense several concealed yet formidable energy fluctuations lurking within the city's depths.
The owners of these spiritual energy fluctuations undoubtedly possessed immense strength, even to the point that Mo Yu had to take them seriously.
For someone to be acknowledged by Mo Yu, their strength was at least at the Greater Earthly Supreme level, or perhaps even at the Perfected Earthly Supreme stage.
Fortunately, what reassured Mo Yu was that, so far, he had not received any news of a Heavenly Supreme intervening in the competition for the Ancient Thunder Palace's legacy. Otherwise, even with his extraordinary combat strength, facing a true Heavenly Supreme expert would leave him at a significant disadvantage.
"Let's go."
Mo Yu waved his hand and took the lead, with Wind Emperor and a group of Thunder Prison experts quickly following behind. The party transformed into several streaks of light, merging into the vast sea of figures before descending into this grand city.
Upon entering the city, Mo Yu and Wind Emperor found a tavern to settle in, while the rest of the Thunder Prison experts split into two teams.
One team went out to gather information within East Gang City, while the other remained by Mo Yu's side, serving as his most loyal guards.
As for Mo Yu, he chose a quiet corner in the tavern to sip his tea in peace.
Though gathering intelligence was no easy task, the Thunder Prison's vast resources meant they had cultivated plenty of skilled spies.
As a result, Mo Yu and Wind Emperor only needed to wait for reports to arrive, saving them considerable effort.
Inside the tavern, the atmosphere was lively and chaotic. But amid the clamor, many voices reached Mo Yu's ears. Places like this, teeming with all sorts of individuals, were prime hubs for information.
"I heard there was another fight in the northern part of the city earlier. Seems like it involved a man wielding a massive blade. His strength isn't weak—he's likely at the Earthly Supreme level."
"Oh, that must be Xiang Zhan, the Tyrant Blade. He seems to hail from the central regions. Though he has no major force backing him, he's a true Earthly Supreme expert. Many factions have tried to recruit him, but he's turned them all down."
"He's certainly formidable, but probably no match for the Sect Master of the Sky Blade Sect, who appeared a few days ago. Judging by his strength, he's likely close to the Greater Earthly Supreme level. Heh, he even severed the arm of a Lesser Earthly Supreme with a single slash—quite impressive."
"And just half a month ago…"
"…"
A steady stream of information poured into Mo Yu's ears, causing his brows to rise slightly. As expected, the Extreme East was now a gathering place for countless elites from across the Heavenly Thunder Continent.
Any one of these figures would be considered top-tier in other regions, yet here, they emerged one after another. It was truly astonishing.
Boom!
Just as Mo Yu was marveling at the hidden dragons and crouching tigers of East Gang City, a sudden thunderclap echoed above the city. In the distant sky, flickers of lightning flashed before a streak of thunderous light came whistling toward the city, arriving in the blink of an eye.
Countless gazes turned skyward, and immediately, murmurs of surprise spread through the crowd.
Mo Yu also looked up, momentarily startled before his eyes narrowed slightly. Within the thunderous glow, he spotted an exquisite silver carriage, its craftsmanship dazzling and opulent.
The carriage was engraved with intricate lightning patterns, radiating powerful spiritual energy fluctuations—it was a supreme-grade artifact.
However, the true spectacle wasn't the carriage itself but the four massive beasts harnessed to it. Their bodies were entirely silver, resembling a fusion of horses and lions. With lightning flickering beneath their feet, they seemed to be treading upon thunder itself.
These were Thunder Lion Beasts, rumored to possess divine beast bloodlines. If they reached full maturity, they could evolve into genuine divine beasts. Yet now, they were being used as mere mounts—such extravagance was no small feat.
"Who is this person? Quite the grand display," Wind Emperor remarked, furrowing his brows in curiosity.
Such an imposing presence was not something an ordinary faction could muster.
Mo Yu's eyes flickered with contemplation. Then, as he listened closely, the voices from the tavern delivered some revealing insights.
"What an extravagant display. Judging by the crest on that silver carriage, those must be people from the Thunder God Palace in the Central Region."
"Tsk tsk, the Thunder God Palace… They're the overlords of the Central Region. These guys have always claimed to be the inheritors of the Ancient Thunder Palace, so it's no surprise they showed up now that the ruins have appeared."
"I'd bet anything that the person inside that carriage is at least an elder of the Thunder God Palace. Otherwise, they wouldn't have such an ostentatious entrance."
"Heh, I can hear laughter from both men and women coming from inside. Looks like this person enjoys both sexes. Among the Thunder God Palace's members, the only one with such shameless preferences and this level of arrogance must be the Palace Master's younger brother."
"Oh? The Palace Master's brother? You mean the Thunder King, who recently broke through to the Greater Earthly Supreme level?"
"Of course. Word is that he's just stepped into the Greater Earthly Supreme stage. However, he's known for his perverse and depraved nature. Using the Thunder God Palace's influence, he has forcibly taken many beautiful women and men as his playthings. If not for his powerful background, he would've been killed in the streets long ago."
Hearing these whispers, Mo Yu's eyes narrowed slightly.
So, this man was from the Thunder God Palace. No wonder he was so ostentatious.
The Thunder God Palace dominated the Central Region, boasting incredible strength and a deep foundation. They could afford such extravagance.
"The Thunder God Palace… a formidable adversary," Mo Yu murmured.
As far as he knew, the Palace Master was named Thunder God. Not only was his name arrogant, but his strength was also formidable. He had reached the Perfected Earthly Supreme stage, and rumors even suggested that he could rival a Heavenly Supreme expert.
Moreover, the Thunder God Palace was determined to claim the legacy of the Ancient Thunder Palace. This meant that Mo Yu would inevitably clash with them.
Wind Emperor's expression also turned serious. Having spent over a year on the Heavenly Thunder Continent, he was well aware of the Thunder God Palace's power. It was no exaggeration to say that they were on the verge of becoming a true superpower.
As the tavern's patrons and Mo Yu's group quietly marveled at the Thunder God Palace's strength, a figure lazily stepped out of the silver carriage above.
This man held a woman in each arm, both exceptionally beautiful. However, upon closer inspection, something seemed off about the 'woman' on his left. Despite their stunning features, they had Adam's apples and flat chests. Clearly, they were not actually women—just extraordinarily beautiful men who were easily mistaken for them.
The Thunder King stood high above, his gaze sweeping over the people below as if he were an emperor surveying his subjects.
Then, his eyes landed on Mo Yu, who was calmly sipping his tea in the corner of the tavern.
And in that moment, as the Thunder King's gaze took in Mo Yu's strikingly handsome and charismatic face, a strange gleam flickered deep in his eyes…
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