Douluo: I’m Cultivating Immortality, and I’m Still a Titled Douluo?

Receiving Qian Renxue's reply, and noticing her instinctive attempt to avoid him as though fearing some misstep, Lu Yunzhou couldn't help but feel she'd misunderstood something.

With a sigh, he murmured to himself, "Has this girl developed some kind of trauma over this?"

This minor episode quickly passed, and Lu Yunzhou, alongside Qian Renxue, finally reached their destination: the Martial Arena of the Immortal Dao Assembly!

Lu Yunzhou had extended invitations to every major faction on the Douluo Continent.

Because of this, the number of attendees was naturally immense. To accommodate all the honored guests,

the Ethereal Sanctuary had specially constructed an enormous martial arena.

The arena, circular in shape, contained a total of thirty-six platforms. Of these, thirty-five were smaller platforms, while the final one was a massive central stage.

Every platform had been forged from indestructible diamond stone. The arena could hold an audience of up to 100,000 people.

Despite the sheer number of attendees,

the space remained neither cramped nor stifling.

On the contrary, it was refreshingly airy and comfortable.

As for cleanliness, the environment was absolutely spotless.

"Ah, the Ethereal Sanctuary truly is a haven. Even the air feels purer here."

"Of course! After all, cultivating here enhances one's progress tenfold compared to the outside world!"

"I wonder when the Sanctuary's next recruitment drive will be. No matter what, I must join next time!"

"Me too! I failed the perseverance trial last time, but I'll grit my teeth and endure it no matter what next time!"

The martial arena was packed with a sea of people, every seat filled, as lively discussions erupted among the crowd.

Amid this spirited chatter, Lu Yunzhou's deep and resonant voice rang out like a clap of thunder in the spring rain:

"Everyone, welcome to the Ethereal Sanctuary! Thank you for attending the Immortal Dao Assembly!"

As his thunderous voice echoed through the skies, Lu Yunzhou, clad in elegant white robes, descended gracefully from the air, landing atop the central platform.

His appearance instantly drew the attention of leaders from all factions and experts from every corner of the continent.

"Mr. Lu's strength... it seems to have advanced yet again," commented Sword Douluo Chen Xin, his expression reflecting both shock and awe.

After repeatedly confirming his perception was not mistaken, his face revealed an unmistakable sense of dread.

Lu Yunzhou—not long ago, he had been merely in the early Foundation Establishment stage.

Yet even then, he could effortlessly defeat Chen Xin and Yu Yuanzhen together.

Now, Lu Yunzhou's cultivation level was beyond comprehension.

Chen Xin was certain that, should Lu Yunzhou desire it, he could obliterate him with a single move, erasing him from existence entirely.

This realization made Chen Xin shudder, his throat unconsciously swallowing in fear.

Meanwhile, Thunder Douluo, also known as Blue Dragon Douluo Yu Yuanzhen, regarded Lu Yunzhou with a deep mix of respect and reverence.

In just a few short months, Lu Yunzhou's strength had advanced by an unfathomable number of levels.

Because of this, Yu Yuanzhen held him in the highest esteem.

Moreover, Yu Yuanzhen's recent breakthrough in soul power was entirely thanks to Lu Yunzhou.

Without Lu Yunzhou, there would be no present-day Yu Yuanzhen.

In truth, if not for his ties to the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, Yu Yuanzhen would have long since joined the Ethereal Sanctuary as an elder.

Now, after sensing the overwhelming aura emanating from Lu Yunzhou—several times more potent than before—Yu Yuanzhen made a firm decision:

once the Immortal Dao Conference concluded, he would relinquish his title and role as clan leader.

He would join the Ethereal Sanctuary to embark on the path of cultivation.

"I, Yu Yuanzhen, will also forge my Golden Core and seize control of my own destiny!"

Furthermore, it was rumored that

the Sanctuary's Golden Crocodile had already reached the Golden Core realm.

And what was the Golden Core realm? It was divinity itself!

Not only that, the Sanctuary elders Azure Luan, Mighty Lion, and Glowing Feather—once elders of the Spirit Hall—

had all recently stepped into the Perfected Foundation Establishment stage, a level rivaling the likes of peerless Titled Douluos.

To avoid falling behind, Yu Yuanzhen was determined to join the Sanctuary and elevate his strength.

After exchanging a few pleasantries with the gathered factions, Lu Yunzhou went straight to the point, announcing the details of the Immortal Dao Conference:

"This conference will feature individual, duo, trio, and team ranking tournaments.

The top ten in each category will be awarded prizes from the Ethereal Sanctuary.

Additionally, each category is divided into youth, middle-aged, and elder groups."

"Those under the age of twenty-two are considered youth,

those under sixty are middle-aged,

and those sixty and above fall into the elder group."

[Youth: Below the age of 22]

[Middle-aged: Below the age of 60]

[Elder: Above the age of 60]

With that, Lu Yunzhou handed the stage to the Ethereal Sanctuary's second "Core Elder," Golden Crocodile, now in the early Golden Core realm.

Golden Crocodile took over to outline the rules and introduce the referees.

Finally, Qian Daoliu announced the start of the youth individual tournament.

The first match:

Zhu Zhuqing of the Ethereal Sanctuary versus Zhu Zhuyun of the Star Luo Zhu Clan.

The second match:

Yan of the Ethereal Sanctuary versus Dai Weisi of the Star Luo Dai Clan.

The third match:

Prince Kun Kun of the Balak Kingdom versus Prince Wu Fanfan of the Silvis Kingdom.

…

For most of these matches between youngsters, Lu Yunzhou had little interest.

However, he was intrigued by the showdown between the Zhu sisters.

Why?

The reason was simple: their family's brutal traditions.

Today, Lu Yunzhou wanted to see—if Zhu Zhuqing emerged victorious, would she allow these cruel traditions to persist, or would she shatter this millennia-old system of raising heirs through strife?

As this thought crossed his mind, Lu Yunzhou found himself eagerly anticipating the outcome.

"Xue'er, peel some grapes for me," Lu Yunzhou said with a grin, leaning comfortably into Qian Renxue's embrace in the private VIP room.

At his words, Qian Renxue's expression stiffened. Her elegant brows furrowed slightly, and a trace of displeasure flickered across her flawless face.

Despite her reaction, she ultimately complied, dutifully peeling the grapes for Lu Yunzhou.

And why would Qian Renxue, proud and peerless, stoop to such an act?

Naturally, it was to ensure Lu Yunzhou wouldn't seek "other grapes."

If Lu Yunzhou truly turned his attention to "other grapes," it would leave Qian Renxue in utter despair—tears would be the least of her worries.

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