Chapter 24: It's Tribulation Time

The Heavenly Tribulation World is a place of unfathomable power, where the very fabric of reality is constantly being torn apart by the raging tribulations. It is a place where only the strongest of cultivators dare to tread, for even the slightest misstep can result in instant death.

The world itself is a chaotic maelstrom of energy and matter, with the tribulations manifesting as enormous storms of lightning, fire, ice, and other elemental forces that clash and collide with one another in a never-ending cycle of destruction. The very air is charged with an otherworldly energy that can instantly incinerate anything that comes into contact with it, and the ground itself is a shifting landscape of jagged rocks, bottomless pits, and boiling lava.

Despite the danger, many cultivators still seek out the Heavenly Tribulation World, for it is here that they can truly test their limits and push themselves to the very brink of existence. It is said that those who successfully overcome the tribulations will emerge from the Heavenly Tribulation World reborn, with their power greatly enhanced and their spiritual foundations strengthened beyond measure.

However, for most cultivators, the Heavenly Tribulation World is a place of certain death, and even those who are able to survive the tribulations often emerge broken and scarred, with their bodies and minds twisted by the overwhelming power of the world.

Soft Feather and the useless Venerable are now within the confines of the Heavenly Tribulation World, a place that is a true test of one's strength and willpower. The constant barrage of tribulations is unlike anything they have ever experienced before, and the energy coursing through the air is enough to make even the most seasoned cultivator tremble with fear. Despite the odds stacked against them, Soft Feather remained resolute, clad in the World Protection Robe that I had given her. The useless Venerable, on the other hand, is as good as dead, his IQ lowered to the point where he was unable to even move, let alone defend himself.

Entering and leaving a Heavenly Tribulation World is an incredibly difficult task that requires immense skill and power. The world is heavily shielded to the point where even the most powerful Ninth Stage Tribulation Immortal or Eternal Life Being cannot break through. The only way to enter the world is to transcend a tribulation, like Soft Feather, which will automatically transport the cultivator to the world.

Once inside, leaving the Heavenly Tribulation World becomes an even more daunting task. The shield that surrounds the world is so strong that even the most powerful techniques and artifacts are rendered useless against it. The only way to leave the world is to find a weak point in the shield, which is nearly impossible to locate, or to have someone from outside the world break through the shield and pull the cultivator out.

Even attempting to leave the world is a perilous endeavor. The shield surrounding the world is so strong that it can tear apart even the strongest cultivators who try to force their way out. The very act of attempting to break through the shield can result in instant death, as the energy released by the shield is enough to destroy even the most powerful beings.

However, there are only two known individuals who can freely move in and out of the Heavenly Tribulation World aside from the Current Heaven. The Almighty Merchant, also known as 'Anything Can Sell', is one of them. He is a mysterious figure with immense power and a knack for trading anything and everything.

The second individual is none other than me, Zenith Heaven Emperor, the Crown Prince of the Heavenly Court. As the Supreme Authority of all doors, including anything that connects two spaces, including space itself, I have complete control over the space-time structure of the world. I can effortlessly break through the shield and enter the world or pull out any cultivator who is trapped inside. My ability to manipulate space is unmatched, and I can navigate through the world's complex structure with ease. With my power and authority, I can enter and leave the Tribulation World without any fear, proving once more that I'm one of the most formidable cultivators in All Heavens and Myriad Realms.

After Soft Feather and the useless Venerable begin to transcend their tribulation, I am filled with a mix of excitement and trepidation. The Heavenly Tribulation World is a place of unfathomable power, and even the slightest misstep can result in instant death. But I trust in Soft Feather's strength and determination, and I know that she is more than capable of overcoming any obstacle that comes her way.

After she entered I Immediately use my space powers to enter the Tribulation World, I am immediately struck by the sheer intensity of the energy that permeates the world. The very air crackles with electricity, and the ground trembles beneath my feet. I can see Soft Feather in the distance, surrounded by a raging storm of elemental forces that threaten to tear her apart.

Despite the chaos and danger, I keep a watchful eye on Soft Feather from a safe distance. I know that any interference on my part could cause the tribulation to fail, and so I remain hidden, waiting and watching.

From my vantage point, I can see Soft Feather undergoing the intense tribulation, her body wracked with pain as she faces the full force of the Heavenly Tribulation of the Eight Stage. The air crackles with otherworldly energy as lightning and fire rain down upon her, threatening to overwhelm her at every turn.

Despite the danger, I remain steadfast in my resolve to protect Soft Feather at all costs. If anything were to happen to her, I would immediately interfere, even if it means drawing the ire of the Heavenly Punishment itself.

Heavenly Punishment is the ultimate manifestation of the power of the Heavenly Way. It is a force so powerful that it can destroy even the strongest of cultivators in an instant. When the Way of Heaven is violated, the Punishment descends as a lightning strike, with the full force of the Heavenly Way behind it. The lightning is so powerful that it can instantly incinerate anything it touches, leaving nothing but ash and dust in its wake.

Only those with the strength to withstand the full force of the Heavenly Way can hope to survive a single strike from the Heavenly Punishment. Even if one were to survive the initial strike, the lightning will immediately reconvene, sending another bolt of lightning towards the same target. This cycle will repeat itself until either the Wielder of the Way stops it personally using his Authority over the Way, which is very unlikely to happen, or the targeted person is dead.

When it strikes, it does not just destroy the physical body; it obliterates the very essence of the cultivator's soul. It is an all-consuming force that leaves nothing behind, not even a single trace of one's existence. All means of revival are negated once the Heavenly Punishment strikes, ensuring that what is dead remains dead.

However, I am confident that I am the only one capable of withstanding the full force of the Heavenly Punishment. My powers are beyond compare, and I have spent countless years training and preparing for this moment. I am determined to protect Soft Feather, no matter the cost. Even if it means drawing the full wrath of the Heavenly Punishment, I will not hesitate to step in and shield her from harm.

My powers are not limited to just survival, however. I can also deflect and redirect the lightning strikes of the Heavenly Punishment, using my Physiques, Way of Eternal Life and my inherited Heavenly Way Authority to redirect the lightning away from Soft Feather and towards a more suitable target.

In the face of the ultimate power of the Heavenly Way, I remain steadfast and unyielding. My resolve to protect Soft Feather is unwavering, and I will not rest until she is safe from harm. This is not like that time with Sixteen, where I would endanger an entire city with my reckless actions. This time it is in the Tribulation World, where I do not need to fear endangering anyone.

I continue to watch from the shadows, I can see the immense power of the Tribulation World at work. The very fabric of reality seems to twist and warp around Soft Feather as she struggles to overcome the immense power of the tribulation. The energy of the world is so intense that it threatens to rip apart the very essence of her being.

But even in the face of such overwhelming odds, I see Soft Feather remain resolute, her spirit unbroken and her will unshakable. She stands tall and defiant, a beacon of hope in a world consumed by chaos and destruction.