Chapter 1179 : Ambush at the Netherworld Gates

Departing from Verdant Ghost City, Eldrin Chen journeyed eastward. Before long, he arrived before a majestic and imposing ghostly city.

Yet, the moment he reached this spectral metropolis, a faint frown creased his brow.

"Boom—"

A thunderous roar erupted as dazzling rays of light blossomed forth, coalescing into countless Law Divine Chains [divine constructs that bind and manifest the fundamental laws of reality].

Those myriad Law Divine Chains inundated everything, sealing the surrounding void completely.

Immediately after, several figures strode forth, cutting off all paths of retreat.

Eldrin Chen's eyes narrowed slightly, yet his expression remained composed as he surveyed his surroundings. He found himself encircled by no fewer than four figures.

These four entities were: a graceful woman clad in blood-red robes, a Crimson Dragon [a powerful draconic demon beast] whose form blotted out the sky, a ghostly deity draped in the purple robes of a Netherworld Yin Lord, and a divine being garbed in imperial purple vestments.

"Blood Dragon Yin Lord, Violet Nether Yin Lord, Crimson Dragon Scion, Purple Radiance Deity."

Gazing upon these four figures, Eldrin Chen murmured under his breath, a glimmer of understanding flashing within his eyes. Your portal to cultivation novels: audio-novel .c om.

The simultaneous emergence of four Yin Lord [a powerful ghostly ruler of the underworld] and deities lying in ambush seemed to greatly exceed Eldrin Chen's expectations, yet it was also within the realm of reason.

Among the four figures present, the presence of the Blood Dragon Yin Lord and the Violet Nether Yin Lord was naturally to be expected and within foresight.

After retreating to Immortal Island, the Purple Radiance Deity [a divine being of purple brilliance], fearing Eldrin Chen's eventual reckoning, had come to this domain of the Netherworld Underworld [the deepest realm of the afterlife]. His intent was to join forces with several Yin Lord to eliminate Eldrin Chen.

The Crimson Dragon Scion before them was the Ghost Immortal [an immortal existence achieved through ghostly cultivation] form cultivated after the original Crimson Dragon Scion's demise.

Years ago, after being slain by Eldrin Chen, a wisp of the Crimson Dragon Scion's Divine Soul [the immortal spiritual core of a deity] entered this Netherworld. Unwilling to submit to the Cycle of Reincarnation [the cosmic process of death and rebirth], and with the support of his mother, the Blood Dragon Yin Lord, he cultivated the Ghost Dragon True Body [a powerful spectral dragon form].

It turned out that many years prior, the Blood Dragon Yin Lord had already anticipated today's situation through Qing the Ancient Ancestor. Now was the time to seize the opportunity and slay Eldrin Chen.

Facing Eldrin Chen once more, the Crimson Dragon Scion sneered coldly, "Eldrin, the Junior, in your lifetime of arrogance, you believed you could manipulate the Yin Lord ghost cities. Yet, in the end, you underestimated us."

"This Netherworld Immortal-Burial Formation [a lethal formation designed to entomb and destroy immortals] was prepared specifically for you. Today, I shall use this formation to grind your bones to dust and scatter your ashes, avenging the great enmity of the past."

"Boom—"

As his words fell, a cataclysmic tide of chains forged from the laws of order drowned everything.

For this battle, Crimson Dragon Scion and his allies had schemed for many years. Once set in motion, it unleashed a cataclysmic Netherworld Annihilation Array [a formation of immense destructive power that channels the energies of the underworld].

Countless terrifying formation patterns surged forth, not only sealing Eldrin Chen's path of retreat but aiming to end his life.

"Bong—"

A resonant bell toll echoed through the air as an Ancient Bell soared into the sky.

Eldrin Chen used the Earth-Fortress Sovereign Bell to prop open heaven and earth, blocking the overwhelming force of the formation patterns. His gaze fixed on Crimson Dragon Scion as he declared, "Crimson Dragon Scion!"

"When you were alive, I could slay you. Now that you have cultivated a Ghost Immortal True Body [a perfected spiritual form achieved by a ghost immortal], I can slay you once more."

"Arrogant fool!"

Crimson Dragon Scion roared in fury. Gripping a Netherworld Great Halberd, he swept forward with a momentum that seemed to churn the very heavens.

Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly. With a flick of his sleeve, he sent the Netherworld Great Halberd flying back. Seizing the moment, he gathered boundless, dazzling thunder, shaping it into a bolt of Five-Colored Divine Thunder [a divine thunder technique imbued with the power of the five fundamental elements] and hurled it forward.

"Grand Five Elements Pure Yang Divine Thunder!"

The moment he beheld that bolt of lightning, Purple Radiance Deity let out a cold sneer. In the blink of an eye, he transformed into a streak of electric light and soared forth, summoning a resplendent pagoda that shimmered with violet lightning.

Boundless electric radiance erupted from the pagoda, drawing in the myriad thunderbolts that filled the heavens and earth. Even the Grand Five Elements Pure Yang Divine Thunder was completely sucked into its depths.

"The Purple Radiance Thunder Tribulation Pagoda," Eldrin Chen murmured, recognition dawning.

The instant he laid eyes on that pagoda, Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed sharply.

This Purple Radiance Thunder Tribulation Pagoda was a unique High Grade Immortal Treasure [a supreme-tier enchanted artifact]. Its power lay in siphoning the might of the Nine Heavens Heavenly Tribulation [the ultimate trial of lightning from the highest heavens], making it a perfect counter to all manner of Thunder Art Divine Ability [divine abilities that harness the power of thunder]. It could be called the natural bane of the Grand Five Elements Pure Yang Divine Thunder.

"They truly came prepared," he thought, his heart growing heavy. Read the full novel exclusively on https://audio-novel.com.

As Eldrin Chen focused his spirit, a sudden chill pierced his brow. A clear, ringing sound of a sword echoed through the air.

He saw Violet Nether Yin Lord soaring into the sky, a Netherworld Immortal Sword [a sword of immortal grade, forged with the essence of the underworld] in hand, its tip aimed directly for the space between his eyes.

Eldrin Chen gathered his true power and, with a sharp *ting*, flicked his finger, deflecting the Netherworld Immortal Sword. Yet, in that same moment, Blood Dragon Yin Lord spat forth a crimson Dragon Pearl [a condensed orb of draconic essence and power] that came hurtling toward him.

Time was too short. Eldrin Chen had no chance to muster another defense. The pearl struck him squarely, sending him stumbling back. A faint pallor washed over his face.

As the saying goes, two fists are no match for four hands. Both the Blood Dragon Yin Lord [a powerful ghostly lord] and the Netherworld Yin Lord [a lord of the underworld] were beings of the Late Stage Immortal Ascension Realm [the final stage before true immortality], and the Crimson Dragon Scion [a descendant of the Crimson Dragon lineage] was also a Ghost Immortal [an immortal who has ascended via the ghostly path] at the Ninth Level of Ascension to Immortality [the peak of the Ascension to Immortality realm].

Coupled with the Purple Radiance Deity [a deity of purple brilliance], who had already broken through to the Ninth Level of Ascension to Immortality, they actually managed to force Eldrin Chen onto the defensive.

Four powerful enemies at the Late Stage Immortal Ascension Realm joined forces, their assault amplified by the power of a Formation [a structured array that channels and amplifies energy]. Had Eldrin Chen's Primordial Chaos Indestructible Body [a legendary physique forged from the essence of primordial chaos] not already reached its Great Perfection, he likely would have been grievously wounded the moment the battle began.

Fortunately, Eldrin Chen's Primordial Chaos Indestructible Body was overwhelmingly potent. Even a High Grade Immortal Treasure [a top-tier artifact of immortal grade] would find it difficult to inflict serious harm upon him.

After hundreds of exchanges, fighting one against four, Eldrin Chen found himself constantly constrained, unable to fight with full freedom. He could no longer hold back and finally unleashed his ultimate, Deep-Seated Foundation [the profound, foundational power accumulated over a lifetime of cultivation].

"BOOM—"

With a deafening roar, Eldrin Chen activated the Yin-Yang Dual Pole Pearl [a treasure embodying the dual forces of Yin and Yang] for protection, unleashing a Yin-Yang Limitless Aegis [a divine shield of boundless Yin-Yang energy].

True to its reputation as a Bodyguard Supreme Treasure [a paramount treasure for personal defense], the Yin-Yang Dual Pole Pearl held firm. Despite the barrage of Divine Ability [supernatural powers granted by cultivation] and treasures unleashed by the four foes against its protective aura, it remained utterly impervious, leaving Eldrin Chen completely unscathed.

"How can this be?"

The moment he saw the Yin-Yang Dual Pole Pearl, the Crimson Dragon Scion flicked his sleeve and summoned forth a Netherworld Ghost-Slaying Blade [a blade forged to slay ghosts of the netherworld]. Yet, he found it could not even scratch the surface of the pearl. His expression instantly shifted to one of profound alarm.

Purple Radiance Deity [a powerful deity] saw this, his pupils contracting slightly as he said, "This is bad, that is the Yin-Yang Dual Pole Pearl [a supreme treasure embodying the opposing forces of Yin and Yang]."

"Aside from an Earth Immortal Progenitor [a progenitor who has ascended to the rank of Earth Immortal], even a Half-Step Earth Immortal [a cultivator on the very cusp of becoming an Earth Immortal] might not be able to break it open easily."

The hearts of the four sank. Yet, the Blood Dragon Yin Lord [a Yin Lord of the Blood Dragon lineage] spoke with utter confidence, "The Yin-Yang Dual Pole Pearl is a Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure [a treasure of the highest immortal grade]. Even someone at the Ninth Level of Ascension to Immortality [the ninth and penultimate stage of the Ascension to Immortality realm] cannot wield it for long."

"We just need to wait until his Immortal Essence [the refined energy core of an immortal] is exhausted, and that will be his end."

"You will not last that long!"

Now, shielded by the Yin-Yang Dual Pole Pearl, impervious to all calamities, Eldrin Chen was finally able to consolidate his Immortal Primordial Essence [the foundational, primordial energy of an immortal].

With a series of thunderous roars, several Immortal Treasure [treasures forged and used by immortals] shot forth one after another from between Eldrin Chen's brows.

The Heavenly Separated Twin Swords [a pair of divine swords] cleaved through the void, striking directly at the Purple Radiance Deity, engaging this Nine Heavens Deity [a deity of the highest heavens] in fierce combat.

The Earth-Fortress Sovereign Bell [a bell that fortifies the earth] tolled with a deep, resonant chime, while the Mirror of Yin, Yang, and Void [a mirror reflecting the principles of Yin, Yang, and emptiness] erupted with dazzling immortal light, suppressing the Blood Dragon Yin Lord and forcing him into a steady retreat.

The Crimson Feather Seven Immortal Swords [seven immortal swords adorned with crimson feathers] intertwined and crisscrossed, transforming into a Demon-Slaying Sword Formation [a sword formation specialized in slaying demons] that enveloped the Crimson Dragon Scion [a scion of the Crimson Dragon lineage], actually suppressing his formidable aura.

With his own power alone, simultaneously driving several Immortal Treasure to attack a formidable foe, Eldrin Chen still possessed a surprising measure of reserve strength.

Yet, as Eldrin Chen turned his gaze towards Violet Nether Yin Lord, with a flick of his sleeve, a dazzling divine thunder—the Five-Colored Divine Radiance—streaked across the heavens and actually seized hold of his Netherworld Immortal Sword.

"Damnation!"

Witnessing his signature Magical Treasure being captured, Violet Nether Yin Lord let out a furious roar. In that moment, he actually summoned forth a Treasure Seal to suppress Eldrin Chen. Read, share, and discuss at audio-novel dot com.