Chapter 1130 : The Demon Domain's Frozen Armada

Three hundred years—to mortals, this span might seem an eternity.

Yet for an Immortal [a being who has transcended mortality through cultivation], it is but a single, not overly long session of secluded cultivation.

Eldrin Chen and Heaven Wind Path Master possessed immense patience. Hidden within the meteor for over three centuries, they finally witnessed the arrival of their opportunity.

On this day, a Treasure Ship [a vessel of immense power, often used for travel or war by powerful cultivators] forged from dark, profound ice sailed from the depths of the endless void and entered the Blood Spring Demon Domain.

Immediately, the Blood Spring Demon Domain sprang into action. Tens of thousands, even hundreds of thousands, of Treasure Ship surged forth from its depths, launching an assault towards the Stellar [referring to the star or celestial body they were observing].

These Treasure Ship numbered in the hundreds of thousands. The lowest among them were of Fifth Rank [a high grade of magical artifact], and there were nearly a thousand vessels that had reached the Sixth Rank [an even more formidable grade].

Yet this alone was not what made their hearts grow cold. What truly caused their expressions to turn grave were two sky-obscuring Treasure Ship, each stretching for tens of thousands of Li-length [one Li-length equals five hundred meters].

These two vessels were monstrously vast. One was the immortal ship crafted from that dark, profound ice, its grade reaching Middle Grade Immortal Rank—a mid-grade Demonic Treasure [a powerful artifact forged or used by demonic cultivators].

The other ship had a translucent appearance, with coils of bloody energy swirling within, radiating an aura of overwhelming, sky-filling balefulness.

"A War Demonic Ship [a demonic vessel specifically designed for large-scale warfare] forged from Dark Profound Ice," one of them murmured. Discover more cultivation stories at audio-novel[dot]com.

"That crimson Treasure Ship [a large, enchanted vessel used for transport and warfare], it seems to be forged from 'Blood Fiend Demon Crystal' [a malevolent, blood-tainted crystal used in demonic artifacts]?"

The moment he saw the two Treasure Ships, Heaven Wind Path Master's expression turned slightly cold.

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen's expression also grew extremely grave. These two War Treasure Ships [militarized variants of the Treasure Ship, bristling with offensive capabilities] were both weapons of extraordinary power, designed for wholesale slaughter.

The Gloomy Profound Ice Ship [a magical ship imbued with the power of profound cold and shadow] was of a slightly lower grade, but it was still comparable to a Middle Grade Immortal Rank Treasure Ship. If powered by hundreds of thousands of Demonic Cultivators [cultivators who follow demonic or unorthodox paths] working in unison, it could likely unleash power rivaling that of a Ascendant Immortal 9th Tier [the ninth and penultimate tier of the Ascendant Immortal realm] expert.

The crimson Treasure Ship was even more formidable. It was most likely a supreme treasure that the Blood Spring Patriarch had spent many years researching and perfecting.

This was a War Demonic Ship [a demonic counterpart to the War Treasure Ship] of the Upper Grade Demonic Treasure [the highest grade of demonic magical treasures] level. If activated at full power, its might would likely be comparable to a full-force strike from a Half-Step Earth Immortal [a cultivator who has partially transcended the Ascendant Immortal realm but not fully entered the Earth Immortal realm].

Such Treasure Ships possess immense destructive force. If used against a Mountain Protection Formation [a defensive array formation anchored to a mountain's spiritual veins], they would undoubtedly be able to unleash boundless, devastating power.

Fortunately, while this treasure's power was great, it lacked agility. Its potency was sufficient for dealing with stationary targets like a Mountain Protection Formation, but using it against a Late Ascendant Immortal Realm [the final stage of the Ascendant Immortal realm] cultivator would be like using a cannon to swat a mosquito—hardly an appropriate choice.

Thinking this, Eldrin Chen felt slightly reassured inwardly, yet he smiled and said, "A War Treasure Ship of Upper Grade Immortal Rank [the highest grade within the Immortal Rank classification]... that Blood Spring Old Demon has truly invested a fortune this time."

"Indeed," Heaven Wind Path Master nodded in agreement. "Had we not come here, that Blood Spring Old Demon might very well have succeeded in seizing this ancient site."

The resources required to forge a War Treasure Ship are at least three to five times those needed for an Immortal Treasure of the same rank.

Such a precious and heavy treasure is so valuable that even the current Chen Clan of the Immortal Realm cannot successfully forge one, highlighting its rarity.

As expected, that Blood Spring Old Demon likely expended the majority of his personal wealth to refine this Upper Grade Immortal Rank Treasure Ship.

"*Hum—*"

As the two were speaking, a faint, resonant hum suddenly echoed from the void.

Eldrin Chen looked up to see several figures emerging from the two differently colored Treasure Ship.

From the crimson Treasure Ship stepped four True Demon. The leader, clad in a Blood Robe, possessed cultivation at the ninth level of the True Demon realm. Of the remaining three, one was at the Ascendant Immortal 5th Tier level, while the other two were firmly within the Early Ascendant Immortal Realm.

From the dark, icy Demonic Ship on the right emerged three figures. Two were only at the early-to-mid Ascendant Immortal stage, but the leader's aura was not inferior to that of Heaven Wind Path Master.

"Two ninth-level True Demon?"

Heaven Wind Path Master was somewhat surprised, a trace of solemnity appearing in his gaze.

He was acutely aware that the four figures emerging from the crimson Treasure Ship [a vessel used for transport and warfare by cultivators] were undoubtedly members of the Blood Spring Demon Sect [a malevolent sect known for its blood-based cultivation arts]. The one leading them was none other than the Blood Demon Patriarch.

However, the three figures upon the shadowy, ice-cold Demonic Ship [a warship crafted and powered by demonic energy] were a development far beyond his expectations. After all, the presence of a single Ascendant Immortal 9th Tier [the ninth and penultimate stage of the Ascendant Immortal realm, denoting immense power] expert was enough to sway the entire balance of the conflict.

Eldrin Chen's expression also shifted slightly. He could not help but draw a deep breath and said, "It was always within expectations that the Blood Spring Old Demon would seek assistance, having no certainty he could breach the Verdant Spirit Ancient Star [an ancient, star-like ruin imbued with verdant spiritual energy] ruins completely on his own."

"We should have anticipated this."

Heaven Wind Path Master [a title for a powerful cultivator who has mastered the Dao of Heaven Wind] wore a grave expression, unable to suppress his concern as he asked, "Two True Demon [powerful demons who have attained a high level of cultivation, equivalent to human Ascendant Immortals] of the ninth tier, plus five other True Demon joining the fray, and aided by two Immortal Realm [a higher plane of existence beyond the mortal world] War Demonic Ship [a formidable, heavily armed demonic vessel designed for large-scale warfare]."

"This force is overwhelmingly powerful. I fear we may not succeed in snatching victory from the jaws of defeat." This chapter appears courtesy of audio . novel . com.

Eldrin Chen frowned slightly, pondering for a moment before replying, "These Stellar Ruins [the ruins of a celestial body or ancient stellar formation] are, after all, an ancient site of Earth Immortal [a powerful immortal who has forged a deep connection with the earth, granting them great stability and power] grade. No one truly knows the full extent of their hidden depths."

"However, to prevent the Fiend Race [a collective term for malevolent, demonic races] from swiftly gaining control of the situation, we must still infiltrate the Stellar [pertaining to stars or celestial bodies] interior and seek the optimal moment to strike."

"It seems we have no other choice."

Heaven Wind Path Master nodded in agreement. Their original plan had been to lie in wait outside the Stellar formation, only entering to claim the spoils once the forces inside had exhausted each other.

Yet now, sensing that the Star Spirit Clan [a clan of beings born from stellar energies] might not hold, they decided to infiltrate the Ancient Star [a primordial celestial body imbued with ancient power] themselves, intending to act as the oriole [a metaphor for the one who benefits after others have fought] at the crucial moment.

Having decided to infiltrate the ruins, the two immediately concealed their auras and continued to wait for the optimal moment to slip inside.

They did not have to wait long. At the command of the Blood Spring Patriarch, countless Fiend Race [a race of malevolent, demonic beings] surged forth aboard a sky-filling armada of Treasure Ship [enchanted vessels used for transport and warfare] and began their assault on the Verdant Spirit Ancient Star.

Two Immortal-grade War Demonic Ship [demonic warships of immense destructive power] unleashed their full fury, their bombardment causing the Formation [a defensive array or magical barrier] protecting the Ancient Star to tremble on the verge of collapse.

The Stellar Grand Formation [the Great Stellar Defense Array] atop the Stellar Ruins was already damaged and incomplete. It held for merely a few days before a massive breach was torn open.

Immediately, a countless swarm of Treasure Ship poured through the gap, followed closely by several powerful Fiend Race experts who also charged inside.

"Let's move,"

Eldrin Chen said, preparing to follow them in.

However, the Heaven Wind Path Master [a Daoist title meaning 'Master of the Heavenly Wind'] shook his head and, grabbing Eldrin Chen, pulled him away in a different direction.

He led the way to the opposite side of the Verdant Spirit Ancient Star. There, he activated a secret seal, opening a small, discreet breach in the Stellar Grand Formation.

Then, stroking his long beard, he laughed heartily and said, "This Stellar Grand Formation was laid down by the Ancient Demon Court. At its peak, not even a Patriarch at the Ninth Level Earth Immortal realm could breach it."

"Fortunately, the formation is now severely damaged and riddled with many irreparable gaps."

"I concealed this particular gap with a spell back then, intending to use it as an entry point for our next incursion. Now, the time has indeed come to put it to use."

Eldrin Chen nodded in understanding upon hearing this.

The Verdant Spirit Ancient Star had suffered catastrophic damage long ago. Its void membrane and the Stellar Grand Formation were now in tatters, resembling a porcelain vessel pierced by countless holes. Entrances like this one were far from rare.

However, the Star Spirit Lineage would not leave such entrances unguarded. Larger gaps were heavily defended, while even the smaller ones were carefully monitored. It would be exceedingly difficult for them to enter without being detected.

With this hidden entrance, they could bypass much of that trouble, significantly reducing their chances of discovery.

"There's no time to waste. Let us proceed inside."

The two men firmly suppressed their auras and slipped through the entrance into the Verdant Spirit Ancient Star, their presence indeed going unnoticed by the Star Spirit Clan.

Eldrin Chen immediately concealed himself within the void. He then surveyed the surrounding mountains, rivers, and sky, quickly sensing a pervasive aura of devastation. Find thousands of chapters at audio-novel . com.