Chapter 1185 : Dragon's Flight and Celestial Fire

"Cleave—!"

Seeing the grand formation shatter, the hearts of all present settled slightly. Without hesitation, they unleashed their Divine Ability and hurled forth their Immortal Treasure [enchanted artifacts used by cultivators], striking horizontally towards Crimson Dragon Immortal Island.

More than twenty Immortal [beings who have ascended to a higher state of existence through cultivation] striking together—the destructive might of their assault could truly be described as earth-shattering and heaven-rending.

Witnessing this scene, the Supreme Void Black Dragon was nearly scared out of its wits, its soul almost fleeing its body. It could no longer think of defending Crimson Dragon Island and immediately sought to flee the island.

"You shall not escape!"

Eldrin Chen's eyes turned cold. His Heavenly Separated Twin Swords shot forth, crisscrossing the air as they cleaved towards the Supreme Void Black Dragon.

The sword strike was blindingly fast. Even though the Supreme Void Black Dragon commanded the power of Void Laws [principles governing emptiness and spatial manipulation], half of its physical body was severed in an instant.

"Aaaargh—!"

The Supreme Void Black Dragon let out a piercing shriek. In this moment of dire peril, it tore through the fabric of space itself and vanished into the Boundless Void.

Watching the Supreme Void Black Dragon flee for its life, Eldrin Chen did not give chase. The dragon had been struck by his sword; the power of his Pure Yang Celestial Fire Law [a cultivation art harnessing the purifying flames of celestial Yang energy] had already invaded its flesh. For uninterrupted reading, go to audio-novel . com.

Such a grievous wound, even if the Supreme Void Black Dragon managed to escape with its life, would likely require tens of thousands of years to recover from, rendering it a threat no longer worthy of concern.

The most pressing matter before them now was the group upon Crimson Dragon Island.

"*Hummm—*"

At the very instant the group charged into the island, the immortal light [a radiant, divine energy] shimmering over the isle trembled faintly, and a figure of immeasurable grandeur stepped forth.

Eldrin Chen looked down to see, upon the boundless Firmament, a figure clad in crimson-gold armor striding forward.

"Crimson Dragon Ancient Ancestor…"

Eldrin Chen murmured, a flicker of gravity passing through his eyes.

The Crimson Dragon Ancient Ancestor appeared remarkably youthful, his features extraordinarily handsome, his bearing majestic and peerless.

He ascended the heavens with leisurely steps, his gaze cold as he regarded the assembly, speaking in a remote and profound tone: "A mere hundred thousand years have passed in the blink of an eye. To think that this Crimson Dragon Immortal Island would be assaulted by a band of juniors."

The Crimson Dragon Ancient Ancestor sighed, calmly taking up the Crimson Dragon Heaven-Scorching Sword. A dazzling immortal light [a radiant, divine energy] bloomed within his pupils as he declared, "Since that is the case, you shall all remain here."

"Clang—!"

"Trouble!"

Witnessing this scene, Eldrin Chen felt his heart sink slightly.

The power contained within this sword strike was utterly astonishing, potent enough to send a chill of danger prickling at the brow of even Eldrin Chen.

He could spare no thought for anything else. Instantly, he activated the Yin-Yang Dual Pole Pearl [a supreme treasure that embodies and manipulates the opposing forces of Yin and Yang], causing streams of Yin and Yang energies to cascade down and envelop his entire form in a protective shroud.

In that fleeting Ksana-time [an infinitesimal unit of time], a resonant sword cry pierced the air. The Crimson Dragon Heaven-Scorching Sword [a divine blade imbued with the essence of a crimson dragon and scorching celestial fire] descended with devastating force, cleaving directly onto the surface of the Yin-Yang Dual Pole Pearl.

The brilliant sword radiance erupted, stirring a tempest of boundless Sword Intent [the conceptual will and sharpness embodied within a master swordsman's technique]. An endless sea of light spilled forth, drowning the heavens, the earth, and the mountain where Ronan stood.

At the very epicenter of the cataclysm, Eldrin Chen paled slightly. A tremendous backlash surged from the Yin-Yang Dual Pole Pearl, assailing his senses.

The force of this single strike rivaled the full-powered assault of a Half-Step Earth Immortal [a cultivator who has nearly transcended mortality to become an Earth Immortal]. An ordinary Late Stage Immortal Ascension Realm [a cultivator at the peak stage just before achieving true immortality] would likely have been grievously wounded by the recoil alone.

Fortunately, his Immortal Physique [a body tempered to near-indestructible perfection through supreme cultivation] had reached its Great Completion. Even facing such a blow, he managed to withstand and suppress the violent impact.

"This individual's cultivation, I fear, has already been restored to the Ninth Level of Ascension to Immortality."

Contemplating this inwardly, Eldrin Chen immediately adopted a grave expression and declared, "I will hold off this Crimson Dragon Heaven-Scorching Sword. You all must strike swiftly."

"Understood."

The remaining cultivators, seeing this, promptly unleashed a barrage of their various Immortal Treasure [enchanted artifacts of immense power] and Divine Ability [profound supernatural techniques], raining their assaults down upon Crimson Dragon Ancient Ancestor.

The power of these Divine Ability and Immortal Treasure varied greatly. Though dozens of attacks struck in succession, Crimson Dragon Ancient Ancestor was protected by his Crimson Flame Golden Scale Armor [a legendary armor forged from golden scales imbued with crimson flame]. This defense proved nearly impervious, rendering the combined onslaught of Divine Ability and Immortal Treasure largely ineffective.

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Witnessing this scene, a chill settled in the hearts of the assembled cultivators.

Six Stars [a title meaning 'Six Stars'], the Immortal Maiden, could not help but exclaim with a changed countenance, "That Crimson Flame Golden Scale Armor is a Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure [the pinnacle rank of enchanted artifacts]. Its defensive capabilities are peerless under heaven. With our current means, I fear breaching it is simply impossible."

"What are we to do?"

Anxiety flickered across everyone's faces. Such armor-type Immortal Treasure, while lacking offensive power, possessed defensive strength ranking among the very zenith of all Immortal Treasure.

Moreover, this type of Immortal Treasure [a supreme enchanted artifact] inherently consumes very little Mana [the spiritual energy used to power techniques and treasures]. Being the Lifebound Immortal Treasure [a treasure intimately connected to its owner's life force and cultivation] of Crimson Dragon Ancient Ancestor, its wondrous applications are truly boundless.

With this Magical Treasure [an enchanted artifact] guarding him, Crimson Dragon Ancient Ancestor was rendered nearly invincible.

Eldrin Chen's expression also shifted slightly, a flicker of hesitation crossing his mind.

But at that very moment, Xander Dao Chen beside him...

...the Heavenly Eye [a mystical third eye ability granting profound insight] at his brow glowed. After observing for a moment, he declared, "This Crimson Flame Golden Scale Armor [a legendary suit of armor forged from golden dragon scales and crimson flame] possesses a hidden flaw. If we find the right moment, we can shatter it."

"Is that true?"

Hearing this, joy dawned on everyone's faces.

It turned out that as far back as one hundred thousand years ago, this Crimson Flame Golden Scale Armor had suffered a grievous wound. Although it had been mostly repaired since, a few minute cracks remained unhealed—these were its fatal weakness.

Realizing this, Eldrin Chen immediately nodded and said, "Everyone, follow my lead! We must seize the battle's turning point and slay him!"

As his words fell, the group unleashed a storm of Divine Ability [supernatural powers] and Immortal Treasure. A host of awe-inspiring treasures converged, their might crashing upon the Crimson Flame Golden Scale Armor.

The Crimson Dragon Ancient Ancestor was protected by his Crimson Flame Golden Scale Armor [an enchanted armor forged from golden dragon scales imbued with crimson flame energy], utterly fearless of the assaults from various Immortal Treasure [a powerful enchanted artifact used by immortal cultivators] Divine Ability [a supreme supernatural power]. He channeled his Crimson Dragon Heaven-Scorching Sword [a divine sword capable of scorching the heavens, forged with the essence of a crimson dragon] to deliver one earth-shattering slash after another, causing the radiance of the Yin-Yang Dual Pole Pearl [a mystical pearl containing the harmonized powers of yin and yang] to flicker wildly and grow increasingly dim.

This was not because the Yin-Yang Dual Pole Pearl was inferior to the Crimson Dragon Heaven-Scorching Sword, but rather because the Crimson Dragon Ancient Ancestor possessed profound cultivation. Empowered by his Great Luo Foundation [the foundational cultivation realm of the Great Luo, representing immense power and stability], his strength was already not inferior to that of an ordinary half-step Earth Immortal.

Although Eldrin Chen possessed an extraordinary Deep-Seated Foundation [a cultivation foundation of exceptional depth and solidity], his cultivation realm was still somewhat low. His Mana [the spiritual energy or power wielded by a cultivator] was more than a notch below that of this Crimson Flame Qi [the spiritual energy of the crimson flame element] Ancient Ancestor.

If not for the High Grade Immortal Treasure [a top-tier enchanted artifact of immortal grade] Primordial Green Lotus Platform [a mystical platform formed from a primordial green lotus, capable of storing immense spiritual energy] in Eldrin Chen's possession, which could store more than three times his own Immortal Essence [the purified and potent spiritual energy of an immortal cultivator], he would likely have been unable to sustain this battle for long.

After they had clashed for several dozen exchanges, Eldrin Chen sensed that his Immortal Essence had been depleted by more than half. He could endure it no longer.

He glanced around, his gaze sweeping over his companions, and declared in a firm voice, "Everyone, unleash your full power! Our success hinges on this moment!"

As his words fell, Eldrin Chen retrieved the Treasure Box [a sealed container for precious items] lent to him by the Ancient Ruins Yin Lord and opened it with an expression of utmost solemnity.

The moment the Treasure Box opened, a heaven-shaking, earth-quaking aura of ferocious malice spilled forth, silencing the entire world for an instant.

Immediately after, a monstrous hand, vast enough to blot out the sky, reached out and actually sent the Crimson Dragon Heaven-Scorching Sword flying backward.

"Impossible!"

Witnessing this scene, the countenance of Crimson Dragon Ancient Ancestor shifted violently.

When he turned back, he discovered a colossal figure emerging from within the Treasure Box.

The newcomer was of immense stature, as grand and imposing as a Hell Demon Monarch, its pupils brimming with a bloody crimson hue.

"A Drought Fiend!"

Crimson Dragon Ancient Ancestor recognized the origin of this fearsome creature, and his expression changed drastically once more.

The Drought Fiend is a creature of great calamity from the deepest reaches of the Netherworld [the underworld or realm of the dead]. Its flesh is indestructible and imperishable, capable of tearing apart mighty beings at the Half-Step Earth Immortal Realm [a cultivation realm just below that of an Earth Immortal] with its bare hands.

Legends say that once such an entity arrives in the mortal world, it inevitably stirs up myriad calamities. Ordinary Immortal [a cultivator who has ascended to immortality] are utterly powerless to suppress it; only figures at the level of an Earth Immortal Progenitor [a supreme Earth Immortal, often a founder of a lineage] might have the power to subdue it.

Now, this Drought Fiend attacked with the force of a collapsing sky, immediately driving Crimson Dragon Ancient Ancestor into a desperate retreat.

"Damnation!"

The moment the Drought Fiend appeared, Crimson Dragon Ancient Ancestor understood that achieving a complete victory in this battle would likely be impossible.

His heart stirred slightly, and he prepared to withdraw. Yet, at that very moment, a furious roar echoed through the air.