Chapter 148: Aldrian’s First Heavenly Tribulation 1
The one who undergoing the heavenly tribulation—commonly known as the tribulation taker— bears the full brunt of its immense pressure from the tribulation, it is entirely different for those merely watching from afar so this is a new experience for Aldrian.
Heavenly tribulations can occur for various reasons: a baptism upon reaching the Emperor stage, for comprehending something beyond one’s current level, or as punishment for the accumulation of bad karma.
The strength of a heavenly tribulation varies depending on the tribulation taker themselves. The stronger the cultivator, the stronger the tribulation. In cases where someone breaks a heavenly taboo, the tribulation will be tailored according to the gravity of the transgression.
In Aldrian’s case, his comprehension of something beyond what should be possible at his current level triggered this tribulation. The heavens are testing whether he is truly worthy of wielding such power. The pressure Aldrian feels is immense, yet he continues to smile as he gazes up at the swirling clouds, which have begun to show signs of an imminent lightning strike.
Amidst all of this, Aldrian feels a familiar connection to the tribulation clouds. It’s the same sensation he had when witnessing the Eternal Spirit’s Heavenly Tribulation—a feeling that the heavens don’t intend to harm him. It’s as though he can sense the heavens’ intent, though it’s only a subtle feeling in his heart. Yet, doubt lingers within him, as he can feel the might of the heavenly tribulation steadily increasing.
Aldrian prepared for whatever the heavens might throw his way, he waits. But after a few moments, there is still no lightning strike from the clouds. The lightning continues to coil through the sky with terrifying power. Initially, the lightning carried the force of a Duke stage strike—something impossible for a High Earl cultivator to withstand, as it would be tantamount to a death sentence. But the power continued to grow, and soon it reached the level of a Grand Duke strike.
Aldrian raised his eyebrows, staring at the absurd magnitude of the energy before him. If every heavenly tribulation wielded this level of power, no tribulation taker would survive once it was over. And yet, it didn’t stop there—the power surged even further, rising to the King stage. At this level, someone of Aldrian’s cultivation would have died countless times over.
The tribulation clouds now blanketed the entire mountain region, extending far beyond, visible even from Badin City. Those who spotted the ominous black clouds in the distance felt a chill, awed by the raw power of nature. The sight of the heavenly tribulation clouds was always something to behold, leaving a lasting impression.
Aldrian wore a puzzled expression as the lightning still refused to strike, while the power continued to build, reaching the Emperor stage.