Evan Chu’s opinion of Nolan Nangong had completely changed. There were far too few people in the world willing to sacrifice so much for him; Nolan was a man of true feeling. If someone treated him well, he would treat them even better in return.
"Brother, I won’t say anything unnecessary. Your great kindness—Evan Lin will never forget it. Before I ascend to the God Realm, I swear I’ll help you restore your strength and find a way for you to safely survive God-Tribulation." Evan Lin said solemnly.
"Evan Lin, there’s no need for you to dwell on this. It really isn’t necessary. I helped you because you’re my brother." Nolan Nangong said.
"Let’s not talk about anything else today. Let’s drink. Everything’s in the wine. It’s been a long time since the two of us brothers shared a drink. There are some things I should finally tell you." Evan Lin said.
Nolan Nangong specially had a banquet set up and delivered to his room, just for him and Lord Chu. The Grand Elder was in seclusion, recovering from his drop in strength—after all, the Immortal-Beast War was approaching and he was an important figure who couldn’t afford to be underestimated.
"Brother, Evan Lin toasts you!" Evan Lin raised his cup and downed it in one go.
"Good brother, your big brother will drink this cup!" Nolan Nangong also raised his cup and finished it in one go.
"Evan Lin, is there something you need to tell me? Are you in trouble? If there’s anything I can help with, I won’t hesitate." Nolan Nangong said.
"Brother, you must be pretty confused about my origins, right? I bet a lot of people in the Immortal Realm are curious about me. Right now, I’m only at late Immortal Lord stage, but I can easily kill late Immortal Emperors. That’s something that’s never happened in the Immortal Realm before." Evan Lin said.
"It’s true, you’re the most outstanding genius I’ve ever seen. From ascending to the Immortal Realm until now, it’s only been a little over a hundred years. No one in history has ever improved as fast as you. And being able to kill late Immortal Emperors as a late Immortal Lord—no one’s ever done that before."
"I really was curious about this, but didn’t dare ask. Now that you’re willing to tell me, I couldn’t be happier," Nolan Nangong said.
"I should be the reincarnation of the strongest being in the God Realm—Lord Frostbane, master of Frostbane Divine Palace. Otherwise, my own sect wouldn’t be named Frostbane Imperial Palace. As for why I reincarnated, I’m not sure, but it’s definitely related to the War of the Gods back then."
Because I’m the reincarnation of a super powerhouse, and I also possess the Primordial Dragon Bloodline, this dual identity sets me apart from everyone else. That’s why my cultivation speed and realm are totally incomparable to ordinary people. This is my biggest secret. You all know about the Primordial Dragon Bloodline—I revealed my true form before—but no one knows I’m the reincarnation of Lord Frostbane.
I’m telling you this today because Evan Lin trusts his brother. If anyone else found out, and there happened to be someone from the God Realm in the Immortal Realm, my life would be in real danger. The Immortal Realm is huge—there’s no guarantee someone from the God Realm won’t show up.
After all, we can go to the lower realm, so people from the God Realm can naturally come to the Immortal Realm too. That’s something you need to keep in mind, brother," Evan Lin said.
At this moment, Nolan Nangong was utterly shocked. He never imagined Evan Chu was the reincarnation of such a terrifying powerhouse. No wonder his martial techniques were so unique—these simply weren’t skills that should exist in the Immortal Realm.
And he could easily break through other people’s spatial domains, plus summon Heavenfire and lightning attacks—none of these are things ordinary people could ever do.
"Don’t worry, Lord Chu. I’ll never breathe a word of this. Since you trust your brother, I’ll keep my mouth shut. But you didn’t come to Martial Spirit Dominion just to visit, did you?" Nolan Nangong asked.
"Of course not. I just happened to pass by and wanted to see you. I’m planning to make a trip to Skyflight Terrace and check out what’s inside," Evan Chu said.
"Skyflight Terrace? Are you trying to ascend? What will we do? The Immortal-Beast War can’t do without you, and the upcoming Immortal-Demon War needs you too. If you ascend now, the Immortal Realm might become the beasts’ territory. If another war between beasts and the Demon Realm breaks out, the Immortal Realm will be completely destroyed." Nolan Nangong said anxiously.
Evan Chu refilled both their cups and grinned, "Brother, you’re overthinking it. I’m going to Skyflight Terrace mainly to see if there’s anything I need. Right now, I need top-grade soul medicines and powerful energy crystals—those will help me improve my strength a lot.
As for ascending to the God Realm, that won’t happen for thousands of years—so don’t worry. I’ve already made arrangements for the Immortal-Beast War. Victory will be ours this time."
Nolan Nangong took a sip of wine to calm himself. "Top-grade soul medicines really are extremely rare in the Immortal Realm. Maybe only a terrifying place like Skyflight Terrace would have them. I’ve been inside once—there were plenty of medicines and beasts, but I only entered the outer area. I have no idea what the inner region is like.
That place is just too dangerous. I’m a cautious man—I never take risks unless I’m sure. If you’re set on going, I could go with you and act as a guide. You wouldn’t look down on your brother for being weaker, would you?"
"What are you talking about? I plan to go alone this time, and you should understand why. If things get urgent, I can hide and escape, but you can’t. It’s way too dangerous. There’s no way I’d drag you into that. If you really want to help, just keep an eye on Frostbane Imperial Palace for me.
After all, Frostbane Imperial Palace hasn’t been established long, and I still don’t know if some people truly submit to me. It’s smart to stay alert. Plus, I have women and a daughter there—if any villains tried to take them hostage, it’d be a huge headache," Evan Chu said.
Nolan Nangong wanted to say more, but when he saw the determination in Lord Chu’s eyes, he gave up. "Alright, I won’t say anything else. Just be careful at Skyflight Terrace. I’ll watch over Frostbane Imperial Palace with everything I’ve got. Drink! Tonight, let’s drink our fill as brothers!"
They drank from noon straight through to midnight, swapping out food and wine several times. Neither Lord Chu nor Nolan Nangong knew how much they’d drunk—empty wine jars covered the floor.
Early the next morning, Lord Chu left with Goldwing. During the drinking, Nolan Nangong had carefully explained the route and method for entering Skyflight Terrace. Lord Chu already had a jade slip introducing Skyflight Terrace, and now, after comparing notes, he felt totally confident about entering this terrifying special place.
Riding on Goldwing’s back, they flew for about half a day before reaching the entrance to Skyflight Terrace. "Master, I actually know this place better than anyone. If you have any questions, just ask me directly," the Emerald Immortal Empress said.
"Why didn’t you say so earlier? I was still worrying about how to get inside," Lord Chu laughed.
The Emerald Immortal Empress immediately explained the method for entering Skyflight Terrace. Her explanation was a bit different from Nolan Nangong’s—more detailed and much safer. According to her, even late-stage Immortal Emperors dying inside is completely normal…