Chapter 896 : Refining the Immortal Mansion

With their spiritual power [the fundamental energy cultivated by practitioners] having surged significantly, the group's confidence for the upcoming battle grew immensely.

Thinking of this, Eldrin Chen said with a smile, "Having obtained the legacy of an Ancient Immortal this time, it is now the moment to deal with that Black Dragon Demon Ancestor."

As his thoughts settled, Eldrin Chen activated the method inscribed upon the Polarity Mutual Cultivation Covenant and immediately began refining this Immortal MansionGrotto-Heaven.

Yet, just as he was refining the Immortal Mansion, the entire cavern abode began to stir. Surging winds arose, and the sky-obscuring mists started to dissipate.

Within the vast expanse of the Immortal Mansion, a Black Dragon of heaven-veiling, earth-swallowing proportions was seen devouring the heavens and absorbing the earth, drawing the endless Immortal-Bewildering Mist into its maw.

Watching the Immortal-Bewildering Mist being consumed, Eldrin Chen's expression darkened slightly. Realizing the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor would inevitably sense the disturbance, he spoke, "Guard me. I must finish refining this grand formation."

With his words, he swiftly began to assert control over the Formation.

Simultaneously, within the great Immortal Mansion, the Immortal-Bewildering Mist began to vanish at an alarming rate.

This Immortal-Bewildering Mist was a manifestation of a Sixth Rank Superior GradeSpiritual Treasure, yet it was countered by the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor's True Dragon Devours Heaven Art. In moments, it was being swallowed whole by the Black Dragon like a great whale inhaling the sea.

Time seemed to stretch indeterminately. Only when the mist within the Immortal Mansion had dissipated by more than half did the Black Dragon finally sense the anomaly. With a face etched in icy fury, it charged toward the source of the disturbance. Visit site: audio-novel.com to enjoy the complete series.

"Stop him!"

Witnessing the Black Dragon's rampant advance, Exquisite Jiang's expression shifted dramatically. She immediately summoned her Five-Colored Divine Light to block its path, striving to halt the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor.

Seeing this, Verdant Consort, Lila, Violet Consort Yan, and the others instantly activated their various Spiritual Treasure [enchanted artifacts used by cultivators]. The treasures soared through the air, aiming to suppress the depths of the void.

"Overestimating your strength!"

Seeing their attempt to block him, the Black Dragon let out a cold sneer. He channeled his power into a 'Counter-Scale Sword' [a sword named for its ability to strike at a dragon's most vulnerable point] and sent it crashing down to suppress them.

This Black Dragon possessed cultivation at the Primordial Spirit Perfection Stage [the pinnacle stage of the Primordial Spirit realm], granting him truly overwhelming spiritual power. Even wielding the same grade of Top Grade Primordial Solar Spiritual Treasure [a peak-quality artifact imbued with the power of the primordial sun], the force he unleashed was far beyond what Lila or Verdant Consort could hope to match.

A single Counter-Scale Sword alone was enough to force the Verdant Ruins Vial and the Frost Soul Immortal Ribbon into a steady retreat, utterly unable to withstand the Black Dragon's might.

Only Exquisite Jiang, with her profound spiritual power nearing the Primordial Spirit Late Stage, managed to hold her ground. She deployed her Five-Colored Divine Light to intercept the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor, successfully containing another of his Top Grade Primordial Solar Spiritual Treasure—the 'Heavenly Demon Pagoda'.

Yet, this was her limit. Contending with the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor was still a feat beyond her.

With a furious roar, the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor's vertical pupils blazed with dazzling divine light. He unleashed this radiant power, sending it crashing towards the group with devastating force.

"Beware, it is the Annihilation Divine Light [a devastating beam of pure destructive energy]!"

Exquisite Jiang's expression shifted dramatically. She immediately summoned all her Spiritual Treasures [enchanted artifacts] and Divine Abilities [innate or cultivated supernatural powers] to block, striving to intercept this strike.

Yet this Annihilation Divine Light was an Innate Supreme Divine Ability [a supreme power inherent to a primordial divine being] of the Black Dragon, its might unparalleled under heaven. Even Eldrin Chen would find it difficult to withstand.

At this critical moment, the Celestial Abyss Twin Swords [a pair of legendary swords] acted of their own accord to protect their master. Transforming into a stream of dazzling radiance, they shot forth to parry the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor's attack.

"We absolutely cannot let him succeed!"

Seeing that Eldrin Chen was refining the Formation [a complex array of magical energy] at an ever-increasing speed, the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor's expression changed drastically.

Heeding nothing else, he immediately channeled his power into a black-and-gold long spear and hurled it towards the Mountain Protection Formation [a defensive energy barrier surrounding the mountain].

This spear was forged from scales the Black Dragon had shed over tens of thousands of years, fused with Sixth Rank Superior Grade Primordial Solar Treasure Gold [a legendary metal of the highest purity]. Its power ranked among the finest even among Sixth Rank Superior Grade Spiritual Treasures.

Now, as the spear pierced through the void, its unstoppable force caused Exquisite Jiang's face to pale repeatedly. She felt uncertain of her ability to withstand this blow.

Just as Eldrin Chen was about to abandon refining the Formation, a thunderous roar suddenly echoed from the depths of the void.

But then, a resplendent immortal furnace shot forth like a shooting star, crashing towards the Black Dragon and forcefully intercepting the incoming spear.

"Focus on forging the treasure! We will aid you!"

The arrivals were none other than Dorian Ji and the Icy Glaze Demon Ancestor. The moment they appeared, they launched their assault against the Black Dragon, successfully blunting the overwhelming aura of the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor.

Witnessing this, the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor's expression turned icy cold.

He cast his gaze deep into the void, seeking reinforcements from his allies, only to find the entire grotto-mansion had already descended into a chaotic melee.

The Demon-Subduing Divine Monk was locked in combat with the Blood Demon Patriarch, while the forces of the Southern Sea Glazed Palace held back the Black Lotus Demonic Embryo. The remaining horde of Demonic Cultivator were also being intercepted by the Human Race cultivators, embroiled in a bitter struggle. Enjoyed this chapter? Read more at audio - novel . com.

"He must die!"

Seeing that reinforcements were out of reach, the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor was nonetheless consumed by genuine fury.

He unleashed his divine might, various Spiritual Treasure [enchanted artifacts of immense power] in his hands striking out at his foes. With sheer force alone, he pushed the allied defenders into a steady retreat, his intent fixed solely on slaying Eldrin Chen.

The power of this Black Dragon Demon Ancestor was truly terrifying. Accumulated over tens of thousands of years, his arsenal contained no less than four Top Grade Primordial Solar Spiritual Treasure [supreme artifacts forged from the essence of the primordial sun].

These four treasures were respectively the 'Counter-Scale Sword', the 'Black Dragon Spear', the 'Heavenly Demon Pagoda', and the 'Immortal-Suppressing Seal'. Among these four, the Counter-Scale Sword and the Black Dragon Spear harbored the Slaughter [a divine ability embodying pure destructive intent], the Heavenly Demon Pagoda was a supreme defensive treasure, and the Immortal-Suppressing Seal could also suppress myriad foes.

With four Spiritual Treasure [powerful enchanted artifacts] in hand and three Innate Divine Ability [divine powers inherent to one's bloodline or nature] at his disposal, the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor's strength was considered top-tier even among the Primordial Spirit Late Stage [the advanced stage of cultivating one's spiritual core], equivalent to the combat power of at least three or four ordinary Primordial Spirit Late Stage cultivators.

Fortunately, the Black Dragon's injuries were only half-healed, making it difficult for him to sustain peak combat power for long. Furthermore, one of his Innate Divine Ability, the True Dragon Devours Heaven Art [a divine art where a true dragon manifests to consume the heavens], was occupied suppressing the Immortal-Bewildering Mist [a magical treasure that creates a mist capable of confusing even immortals]. Thus, his current power was not at its zenith.

The group understood clearly that although the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor was immensely powerful, erupting with such force while carrying injuries would likely result in severe backlash after this battle. Even if he did not perish, he would require a millennium of recuperation to recover.

With this thought, everyone desperately channeled their spiritual energy into their various treasures to resist, striving to stall the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor. Only after Eldrin Chen fully refined the immortal mansion would there be a chance to slay the Black Dragon in this battle.

"Cleave!"

Sensing the dire turn of events, the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor understood the gravity of the situation. He immediately chose to forsake all defense, attacking relentlessly even at the cost of worsening his wounds, all to interrupt Eldrin Chen's process of refining the Immortal Mansion [a portable dwelling place for immortals, often a spatial treasure].

Yet, he was not at his peak. Despite his furious assault, his efforts proved futile.

"It is done!"

A moment later, Eldrin Chen finally succeeded in refining the Formation [a complex array of energy patterns used for defense, attack, or cultivation] within the immortal mansion's core, and a look of profound relief washed over his features.

Without a moment's hesitation, he activated the Formation [a structured arrangement of energy channels and nodes used for defense, offense, or cultivation] within the grotto, unleashing the Mountain Protection Formation [a powerful defensive array designed to shield a mountain or stronghold] of the Ancient Immortal Mansion Immortal Mansion [an ancient dwelling place of powerful immortals, imbued with profound spiritual energy].

At his command, streams of radiant light shot across the void, transforming into overwhelming formation patterns that descended like a heavenly net, intent on completely suppressing and annihilating the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor [a primordial and immensely powerful demonic entity in the form of a black dragon] right there.

"Damnation!"

Realizing the grotto had been refined and seized, the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor immediately felt the urge to retreat.

Yet, the surrounding space was sealed by the Immortal Mansion. Despite his overwhelming power, the Black Dragon [a powerful draconic demon] found it impossible to tear through the void and escape.

Left with no choice, he could only muster his vast demonic energy, relying on his formidable physical body to charge recklessly, attempting to break through the encirclement.

"A cornered beast fights most desperately."

While continuously channeling the Formation, Eldrin Chen also summoned the Great Five Elements Primordial Solar Divine Thunder [a supreme thunder technique that harnesses the combined power of the five fundamental elements and the primordial sun] to attack, yet his expression remained one of utmost gravity.

This Black Dragon Demon Ancestor was a peak powerhouse at the Primordial Spirit 9th Tier [the ninth and highest level of the Primordial Spirit cultivation stage], ranking among the ten strongest Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core and highest essence of a cultivator's being] entities in the entire Purple Seal Realm [a vast and powerful cultivation world], second only to the Demigod Patriarch [a cultivator who has transcended the mortal realm but has not yet attained full divinity].

Now, with the Purple Seal Realm having suffered grievous losses, he was ostensibly the realm's foremost combatant.

Such a supremely powerful existence, from the moment of its birth, is nearly invincible. Although currently trapped by them, the difficulty of actually slaying it remains immense. This chapter is part of a larger work available at audio–novel.com.