Chapter 893 : The Ancient Ruins Emerge

"Moreover, I have not yet broken through to the Primordial Spirit Mid Stage [the fourth major stage of cultivation, focusing on nurturing the spiritual core]. That Dragon Heart [the core essence of a dragon, a legendary treasure] is proud and arrogant; it may not truly fear us."

"That is true." Old Granduncle nodded after listening, then spoke with utmost gravity, "Since we are to act, we must gather all the Primordial Spirit [cultivators at the Primordial Spirit stage] to ensure a decisive and complete victory."

"I understand."

Eldrin Chen nodded. After a moment of contemplation, he personally wrote letters and had them delivered to the various Path Lord [a title for powerful cultivators who have mastered a profound cultivation path] of the Human Race.

"..."

Time flowed on, and more than ten years passed in the blink of an eye.

On this day, from the depths of the Western Pole Eternal Sands Domain, a dazzling and profound divine light illuminated heaven and earth. Within it, a five-colored aurora radiated across mountains and rivers for millions of Li-lengths [one Li-length equals five hundred meters].

Unlike the Heavenly Mountain Ruins of the past, this ancient site's emergence was not concealed at great cost by any Primordial Spirit Immortal Clan [an ancient and powerful clan with Primordial Spirit stage ancestors]. Its manifestation was extraordinarily grand, and news of it spread throughout the Purple Seal Realm [a specific realm or world within the cultivation universe] in an astonishingly short time.

The three major races—Human, Demon, and Fiend—had long foreseen its arrival through divination and had been preparing in secret for this very moment.

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Within the Western Pole Eternal Sands Domain, upon a stretch of ethereal void, Eldrin Chen stood shoulder to shoulder with several companions. Gazing at the distant ruins, a slight furrow involuntarily appeared between his brows.

For this expedition to the Immortal Mansion [a celestial abode left behind by ancient immortals], Eldrin Chen had prepared for many years. Accompanying him were not only his three dao companions—Exquisite Jiang, Lila, and Verdant Consort—but also several close friends such as Violet Consort Yan, Nyssa Qu, and Sea-Calmer Path Master.

Furthermore, from the Eastern Barrens, figures like Vast Abyss Path Lord and Violet Firmament Path Lord had arrived, along with the Gleaming Brilliance Star Lord and others.

From other major territories of the Human Race, over ten Primordial Spirit Path Lord [cultivators who have reached the Primordial Spirit realm and comprehended their own Path] had also gathered here.

Those at the Primordial Spirit Late Stage, such as the Demon-Subduing Divine Monk, the Master of the Glazed Palace, and the Icy Glaze Demon Ancestor, had all made their way to this place.

The Fiend Race [a race of malevolent cultivators who often employ unorthodox and bloody methods] had not remained idle either. Eldrin Chen could sense at least a dozen Primordial Spirit Demonic Cultivator lurking in the shadows, including the Black Lotus Demonic Embryo and the Blood Demon Patriarch.

"That Blood Demon Patriarch has recovered his cultivation with alarming speed,"

Exquisite Jiang remarked, her expression turning grave as she looked into the depths of the void.

In the mere four hundred years since their last encounter, the Blood Demon Patriarch had already broken through to the Primordial Spirit 8th Tier. This rapid progress filled the group with a profound sense of gravity.

Witnessing this, Eldrin Chen could not help but frown slightly. During the previous battle in the Eastern Sea, the Blood Demon Patriarch had seized the chaos to perform bloody sacrifices on numerous members of both the Human Race and the Fiend Race, allowing his magical power to expand with terrifying swiftness.

With this thought, he took a deep breath and declared, "After we slay the Black Dragon, that Blood Demon cannot be allowed to remain either."

"That goes without saying,"

Lila nodded, then furrowed her brow slightly and said, "The Black Dragon Demon Ancestor has yet to arrive, and the Outer Realm Fiend Race has made no move at all. Could there be some unforeseen complication?"

"The Outer Realm Fiend Race now has only the Three-Eyed Heavenly Demon left; they are no longer a significant concern."

Verdant Consort spoke, then paused briefly before continuing, "However, we must still deal with the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor with utmost caution."

"BOOM—"

As they were conversing, a streak of radiant light erupted from the depths of the void, and a shimmering, illusory passageway manifested within the profound emptiness.

"An Immortal's legacy... it was actually forged from a Void Spiritual Treasure?"

A wave of astonishment washed over the assembled crowd, followed swiftly by a surge of wild elation.

With the opportunity for Immortal Ascension laid bare before them, none of those present could remain idle. In an instant, over a dozen demonic and monstrous beings at the Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator] realm soared into the air, vying fiercely to be the first to plunge into the newly revealed secret realm.

The Human Race [the collective term for humanity in this cultivation world] Primordial Spirit Path Lords [cultivators who have reached the Primordial Spirit realm, the spiritual core of their power] saw this and, after a glance at Eldrin Chen, surged into the opening.

Eldrin Chen did not enter immediately. He waited outside for a few moments, his gaze then turning towards the depths of the void.

There, within the Boundless Void [the infinite, starry expanse between worlds], a Black Dragon [a powerful, serpentine demonic beast] of such immense size it blotted out the heavens soared into view. After a single, silent exchange of glances with Eldrin, it too plunged into the secret realm.

"The Black Dragon..."

Seeing the principal figure had arrived, a flicker of cold intent passed through Eldrin Chen's eyes. Without further delay, he and his companions stepped across the threshold into the ancient ruins.

At the same moment, far away within the Eastern Sea Cultivation World [a vast realm of cultivation sects and clans centered around an eastern ocean], a figure of majestic stature rose to his feet within the Stellar Archipelago [a constellation of mystical islands]. For the best reading experience, visit http://www . audio-novel.com.

Behind him stood the Fiend Race Saintess and the Three-Eyed Heavenly Demon, both figures radiating profound respect and deference.

This was none other than the Nine Nether Abyssal Demon Venerable [a title for a supreme, ancient demonic power], the current peerless paramount expert of the Fiend Race [a race of malevolent, demonic beings].

At this moment, the Nine Nether Abyssal Demon Venerable's gaze was deep and cold, a faint, chilling smile playing on his lips. "The Human Race likely never imagined," he mused aloud, "that I would recover from my injuries so many years ahead of schedule."

His eyes turned towards the direction of the Purple Seal Realm and the Western Pole Eternal Sands Domain [a desolate, sandy region at the western extreme], a sneer of contempt etching his features. "The mantis stalks the cicada, unaware of the oriole behind. All the heroes of Purple Seal [referring to the major powers of the Purple Seal Realm], they have all walked into my trap."

"This is the best chance to slay Returning Abyss, and perhaps our final opportunity."

"Should this battle succeed, His Majesty the Demon God will grant me the chance to break through to the Demon God realm, and you all shall be richly rewarded."

"Comrades, the time has come to prove your loyalty to His Majesty the Demon God!"

"..."

Eldrin Chen led the group as they stepped into the secret realm.

With his very first step, his brow furrowed slightly, and his gaze sharpened with intense focus.

"Immortal-Bewildering Mist [a mystical fog that confounds perception and blocks spiritual senses]," he murmured.

Exquisite Jiang spoke softly, observing the hazy mist before them.

The Immortal-Bewildering Mist [a mystical fog that confounds perception and blocks spiritual senses] possesses the effect of isolating spiritual sense, preventing prying eyes and divinations. It is an essential treasure for any immortal's abode.

The presence of this mist within the Immortal Mansion was to be expected. After all, no one wishes their secrets laid bare, open to the scrutiny of others.

However, this was not favorable for the group exploring the grotto-heaven. The Path Lord who had entered first had already vanished without a trace within the Immortal-Bewildering Mist [a mystical fog that confounds the senses and disorients cultivators].

Fortunately, Eldrin Chen had anticipated this and already had a contingency plan in mind.

Eldrin Chen glanced at the companions beside him, confirming they were all still there, and let out a sigh of relief.

He surveyed their surroundings before speaking. "This secret realm was left behind by a senior of our Human Race. The opportunities within were surely intended for our kind."

"Let us first search the ruins. Once we have gained control of this realm, we can deal with the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor."

"Agreed."

As Exquisite Jiang spoke, a slight frown creased her brow, and her pupils contracted sharply. "I sense the aura of Five-Colored Divine Marrow [a legendary marrow containing the essence of the five elements, crucial for certain advanced cultivation arts] here."

"Five-Colored Divine Marrow?"

Eldrin Chen's pupils constricted, and a look of excitement flashed across his face.

The Five-Colored Divine Marrow was a key catalyst for cultivating the Five-Colored Divine Light [a supreme divine ability that harnesses the power of the five fundamental elements]. It was said to have been lost within the Purple Seal Realm. He never imagined that the senior Immortal [a being who has transcended mortality and ascended to immortality] would have preserved some within this grotto-heaven.

At this thought, Eldrin Chen immediately spoke up, "Let us first search for the Five-Colored Divine Marrow [a legendary marrow said to contain the essence of the five primal elements]. We shall make further plans only after securing it."

"Agreed…"

The group nodded in unison and followed Exquisite Jiang deeper into the ancient ruins.

They journeyed onward for what felt like an eternity before finally arriving before a Great Hall where the density of spiritual energy [the vital energy that flows through all living things and the world] was astonishingly potent.

Upon the lintel of the Great Hall, a line of grand characters was inscribed.

"Hall of Polarity Mutual Cultivation"

"This place…"

Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly, a flicker of recognition stirring within him as he studied the calligraphy.

In a flash of insight, he glanced at Exquisite Jiang and the others, only to receive a pointed, exasperated look from Exquisite Jiang herself.

The script declaring the Hall of Polarity Mutual Cultivation was strikingly, unmistakably similar to that found within the Polarity Mutual Cultivation Covenant [an ancient manual detailing a profound dual cultivation method] he carried.

"The Polarity Mutual Cultivation Covenant is a supreme dual cultivation art of the Daoist tradition. Its origins and lineage are now lost to time. Could it be connected to the Immortal [a being who has transcended mortality through cultivation] associated with this place?"

Eldrin Chen murmured to himself, a flicker of speculation igniting within his heart.

At this moment, guided by a sudden intuition, he immediately began to circulate the incantations of the Polarity Mutual Cultivation Covenant.

The Great Hall indeed responded. Under the influence of the Polarity Mutual Cultivation Covenant, the Formation [a complex array of energy channels and symbols used for defense, confinement, or cultivation] was silently and seamlessly unlocked. The complete novel can be found at audio-novel.com (official site).