World's Strongest Martial Warrior

The awaited day of the Immortal Gathering had finally arrived. Guided by the esteemed Silver Moon Immortal Venerable, Peter Parker and his companions made their way to an expansive square at the heart of the Nameless Immortal City. The square stretched out impressively, spanning a radius of 30,000 meters.    

At the square's center stood a mysterious black altar, around which countless enigmatic lights danced and twirled. The altar itself was segmented into 18 distinct areas, each corresponding to one of the Nameless Immortal Palace's 18 sub-palaces.    

By this time, several regions were already occupied by members of the Nameless Immortal Palace's various branches. In addition to those from the 18th branch palace, tens of thousands of immortals had flocked to the square, eager to witness the display of youthful prodigies from the Nameless Immortal Palace.    

The arrival of Peter Parker and his group at the 18th branch palace's area drew considerable attention from those gathered in the square.    

"Look, the people from the 18th sub-palace of the Nameless Immortal Palace have arrived," someone pointed out.    

"Tsk, the eighteenth palace is simply the last in the hierarchy of the Nameless Immortal Palace. Why bother taking notice?" another spectator scoffed.    

"You're out of the loop, aren't you? This time, a prodigy has emerged from the 18th branch. Even Yan Li, the top genius of the third branch, found himself at a disadvantage in a skirmish outside the Nameless Immortal City," a third person chimed in.    

"Really? That means there's an unexpected contender from the 18th sub-palace this time," another voice added, intrigued.    

Amidst the murmurs and conversations, the representatives from the other halls of the Nameless Immortal Palace couldn't help but cast their gaze toward Peter Parker and his companions. Yan Li of the third sub-palace, in particular, looked on with a steely, dark expression.    

Despite Peter Parker's status as a Fourth Grade Heaven Immortal, Yan Li refused to acknowledge any inferiority to him. On that day, at the gates of the Nameless Immortal City, he hadn't even unleashed his full might. It was only because of this restraint that he had been bested by Peter Parker's single punch. Now, to his chagrin, everyone seemed to believe he was no match for the members of the 18th palace—a bitter pill for him to swallow.    

"Don't underestimate that kid," Black Yunxian warned in a grave tone. "Reaching the level of a fourth-grade Heaven Immortal at such a young age is no small feat. Even if you had given it your all, I doubt you would have made a dent in his defenses."    

"Master, why do you insist on bolstering the confidence of others while undermining the reputation of our own clan?" Yan Li asked with a hint of arrogance. "When I face that kid at the Fairy Waiting Association, I'll take him down myself."    

Yan Li, the most formidable prodigy of the Nameless Immortal Palace's third branch, was a force to be reckoned with. Among the eighteen branch palaces, only a select few could stand shoulder to shoulder with the main hall's young elites.    

"At this gathering of immortals, the eighteenth branch is teeming with formidable talents. To uphold the third sub-palace's standing within the Nameless Immortal Palace, you cannot afford to be complacent," Black Yunxian cautioned, his brow furrowed with concern.    

Even the mightiest of lions doesn't underestimate the rabbit it hunts.    

Moreover, the young man in black from the eighteenth branch possessed exceptional talent and strength. He was certainly not someone to be trifled with.    

If Yan Li let his guard down, he might very well be bested by the young upstart.    

Elsewhere, Peter Parker and his companions were oblivious to the surrounding chatter.    

Silver Moon Immortal Venerable was busy acquainting Peter with the prodigies from the eighteen sub-palaces of the Nameless Immortal Palace. The top three sub-palaces, naturally the most powerful, not only received a greater share of resources but also boasted disciples with the privilege of training in the main hall of the Nameless Immortal Palace.    

This was precisely why the disciples from these elite halls, in every respect, surpassed those from the lesser branches.    

Silvermoon Immortal Venerable took special care to introduce Peter to the leading talents from these three palaces. The most remarkable among them was Luo Shock Scale from the first palace, a cultivator who had already attained the Fourth Grade Heaven Immortal realm.    

Luo Shock Scale's talent was acknowledged as the finest across the Northern Chill Immortal Domain. He secured a spot among the top ten prodigies, ranking ninth on the prestigious Immortal Pride Board.    

Despite his position at the lower end of the top ten rankings, Luo Shock Scale commanded immense respect. No one dared underestimate him.    

The Northern Chill Immortal Palace boasted four Immortal Kings within the top ten, while the Nameless Immortal Palace claimed two spots. Among the remaining contenders, Luo Shock Scale stood out as a formidable genius.    

Anticipation was high for Luo Shock Scale to clinch first place at the immortal gathering hosted by the Nameless Immortal Palace. Among the eighteen sub-palaces, his supremacy was virtually unchallenged.    

The only significant threat to Luo Shock Scale was Yi Qiankun from the second sub-palace. With a cultivation base at the zenith of the Third Stage Heavenly Immortal Realm and mastery over enigmatic immortal techniques, Yi Qiankun was a force to be reckoned with. He was Luo Shock Scale's fiercest rival and a crowd favorite for the top spot.    

Following Luo Shock Scale and Yi Qiankun was Yan Li from the third sub-palace, who had also attained the peak of the third-grade Heaven Immortal realm. The trio's prowess far exceeded that of their peers from the other sub-palaces.    

Barring any unforeseen events, it was likely that these three would dominate the top positions.    

Peter Parker's eyes lingered on Luo Shock Scale and Yi Qiankun, feeling a slight quiver in his heart. They were exceptional talents, particularly Luo Shock Scale, the Ninth Immortal Pride, whose cultivation base surpassed even his own. Overcoming such an adversary would be no small feat.    

Amidst a hushed exchange with Silver Moon Immortal Venerable, a sudden surge of heaven and earth's formidable energy burst forth from the expanse of Nameless Immortal City.    

Upon his arrival, a hush fell over the vast square as a middle-aged man, his expression grave and his attire that of a golden palace robe, appeared in the sky above Nameless Immortal City.    

"Peter Parker, the man before you is a deputy palace master from the main hall of the Nameless Immortal Palace. His cultivation is profound, and his power ranks among the highest of the Great Luo Immortal Venerables in the Northern Chill Immortal Domain," the voice of Silver Moon Immortal Venerable echoed in Peter Parker's mind.    

Peter Parker gazed at the middle-aged man in palace garb hovering in the void, a sense of awe stirring within him. Even without Silver Moon Immortal Venerable's introduction, it was clear to Peter that this man was no ordinary being. Of all the masters he had encountered in the Immortal World, only one enigmatic elder could possibly rival the presence of the man before him.    

"I am Mu Ziqian, the Vice Hall Master of Nameless Immortal Palace and your host for this Immortal Gathering," announced Mu Ziqian, his piercing gaze briefly scanning the crowd before he spoke in a measured tone, "I hereby declare the commencement of the Immortal Gathering at Nameless Immortal Palace!"    

With those words, Mu Ziqian's hands deftly performed an immortal art, casting it onto the altar at the plaza's heart.    

Boom!    

A thunderous explosion echoed as the altar's light surged, expanding outward. Simultaneously, an immense formation, pulsing with the glow of immortality, began to take shape upon the altar.