Chapter 1214 : The Five Elements Ascendant

As these thoughts arose within him, Eldrin Chen could not help but turn his gaze towards his own five Lifebound Immortal Treasure [a cultivator's most intimately connected magical treasures, forged with their own essence and soul].

Each of his five Lifebound Immortal Treasure was extraordinary in its own right. If he could fuse these Immortal Treasure [powerful enchanted artifacts used by high-level cultivators] into one cohesive set, transforming them into a single Lifebound Formation Treasure [a set of lifebound treasures designed to function as a formation's core artifacts], *that* would become a trump card truly capable of dominating the world.

"The Dao of the Five Elements [the fundamental forces of Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth]—mutually generating and restraining each other, cycling without end—this is the essence of Primordial Chaos."

"They are inherently suited to become a set of Formation Tool [magical artifacts specifically designed to anchor and power formations]. Perhaps I should attempt to deduce and refine such a method."

Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly, yet in the next instant, he forcibly withdrew his wandering thoughts.

For he saw the Heavenly Dragon Subduing Demon Sword Formation [a powerful sword formation named for its dragon-like, demon-suppressing nature] soar into the sky, transforming into a vast, crisscrossing net of sword-light that descended to envelop him completely.

"It is time to end this!"

Facing this heaven-rending assault, Eldrin Chen's heart remained a placid lake, utterly calm.

With a mere flick of his sleeve, a Five-Colored Divine Radiance [a divine ability manifesting as a radiant light containing the power of the five elements] shot skyward, instantly illuminating one of the Heavenly Dragon Demon-Subduing Sword [the individual swords that comprise the Heavenly Dragon formation].

The Heavenly Dragon Subduing Demon Sword Formation operated as a single, unified entity; even a Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure [the highest grade of immortal treasure] would struggle to suppress it. Yet now, confronted by this Five-Colored Divine Radiance, its ferocity was checked. In the space of a single clash, one of its swords was seized and drawn away. Read the full novel exclusively on audi novel.com.

"Disaster!"

Watching one of the Heavenly Dragon Demon-Subduing Sword [a powerful enchanted sword designed to subdue dragons and demons] being seized, Soren Ao's heart sank with a heavy thud.

Although the Heavenly Dragon Subduing Demon Sword Formation [a formidable sword array that channels the power of seven swords to suppress demonic forces] was immensely powerful, its might relied entirely on the Formation's [a structured arrangement that channels and amplifies energy] cohesive force. Now, with one of the seven Immortal Sword [a sword of immortal-grade quality and power] lost, the Formation was instantly broken, its once-invincible brilliance impossible to maintain.

"Wicked Dragon [a malevolent and powerful dragon], prepare to die!"

Having shattered the enemy's formation with a single strike of the Five-Colored Divine Radiance [a supreme divine ability that manifests as a radiant light of five colors], Eldrin Chen's heart settled with firm resolve.

With another thought, he commanded the Five-Colored Divine Radiance, which gathered and dispersed at his will, transforming in an instant into a dazzling immortal light that swept across the Firmament [the vault of heaven].

Deprived of their Formation's support, the remaining six Heavenly Dragon Demon-Subduing Sword were no match for this Great Vehicle Divine Ability [a supreme-level divine technique of immense power] of Eldrin Chen's. In the blink of an eye, they were all captured.

"Impossible!"

Witnessing all his Heavenly Dragon Demon-Subduing Sword seized in the span of a breath, Aethelred Ao's countenance underwent a drastic and horrified change.

Eldrin Chen's Five-Colored Divine Radiance was already a technique of fearsome power. Augmented further by the force of his Sky-Touching Realm [a high stage of cultivation where one's power begins to touch the heavens] and the Primordial Chaos Limitless Law [a profound cultivation art that taps into the boundless power of primordial chaos], its might proved devastatingly potent, far exceeding all expectations.

Having now lost the Heavenly Dragon Subduing Demon Sword Formation [a powerful sword formation designed to suppress demonic entities], he understood that continuing to fight Eldrin Chen would likely mean he would never leave this place alive.

Thus, he could no longer afford to engage Eldrin Chen. He immediately fled towards the edge of the Heaven's Pillar [a colossal celestial pillar], but how could Eldrin Chen let him escape so easily?

"You think you can flee?!"

A sharp sword cry pierced the air. With a flick of his sleeve, Eldrin Chen unleashed the Heavenly Separated Twin Swords [a pair of legendary swords capable of severing fate itself]. They instantly erupted with Immortal-Slaying Radiance, cleaving directly towards Aethelred Ao.

Without the Heavenly Dragon Subduing Demon Sword Formation, how could Aethelred Ao possibly withstand such annihilating light?

Watching the Heaven-Severing Twin Swords Union [the combined strike of the Heavenly Separated Twin Swords] descend upon him, a bone-deep chill instantly pierced his brow. In his panic, he desperately summoned the Seven Stars Leaping Dragon Diagram [a mystical scroll depicting seven stars and a leaping dragon] to block the attack.

"Hmm?"

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly. He guided the Heavenly Separated Twin Swords to sweep past the Seven Stars Leaping Dragon Diagram, and instead unleashed the Five-Colored Divine Radiance [a divine light capable of capturing and sealing objects]. The radiant light enveloped and seized the Seven Stars Leaping Dragon Diagram.

It was this brief moment of distraction that allowed Aethelred Ao to leap down from the stone pillar and flee into the depths of the boundless void.

"Hmph!"

Watching Aethelred Ao flee, Eldrin Chen felt no regret, only letting out a cold, indifferent snort.

Had he unleashed the Heavenly Separated Twin Swords just now to shatter the Seven Stars Leaping Dragon Diagram, he likely could have slain Aethelred Ao with that single strike.

However, doing so would have undoubtedly torn all pretense of civility with Thousand Dragons Lake asunder.

This Aethelred Ao was the eighth Elder of Thousand Dragons Lake, a high-ranking figure within their lineage. The Dragon Race [a powerful race of draconic beings] would hardly stand idly by if he were killed.

In that case, Thousand Dragons Lake would likely risk an open breach with Divine Lord Glaze and could not resist forcefully targeting the Abyssal Sea.

Moreover, such an action would certainly destroy the Seven Stars Leaping Dragon Diagram. Without it, the seven Heavenly Dragon Demon-Subduing Sword in his possession would lose much of their potency, becoming merely an ordinary high-grade sword formation. Discover more cultivation stories at AUDIO-NOVEL.COM.

For Eldrin Chen, sparing Aethelred Ao's life in exchange for obtaining a complete Heavenly Dragon Subduing Demon Sword Formation was itself a profitable bargain.

After all, having lost this Heavenly Dragon Subduing Demon Sword Formation, Aethelred Ao's power was greatly diminished, falling to the level of an ordinary Ninth Level of Ascension to Immortality [the ninth and penultimate stage of the Ascension to Immortality realm] cultivator, no longer capable of posing a mortal threat to Eldrin Chen.

Returning to the main thread, after defeating Aethelred Ao, Eldrin Chen inwardly let out a slight sigh of relief.

Yet, contrary to expectations, no one else stepped forward to challenge him afterward.

Initially, Eldrin Chen was somewhat taken aback, but he soon understood the reason. The fact that no one challenged him was because his consecutive victories over two opponents had demonstrated a level of power approaching the domain of a Half-Step Earth Immortal [a cultivator on the very cusp of attaining the Earth Immortal realm].

The remaining immortals, witnessing his formidable strength, were unwilling to face him on this platform and thus went to contend for the other Heaven's Pillar [the celestial pillars that serve as platforms for duels].

With no other choice, Eldrin Chen informed Lyra Jiang and Verdant Consort [a powerful cultivator with a deep connection to nature] and the others, instructing them to go and seize the remaining Heaven's Pillar.

Seeing this, Lyra Jiang, Verdant Consort, and Six Stars Immortal [an immortal whose power is associated with six celestial stars] did not delay any further. They immediately selected one of the Heaven's Pillar to ascend and begin their own contest.

Although their strength was considerable, it could not match the profound Deep-Seated Foundation [the exceptionally solid and vast foundational cultivation base] of Eldrin Chen. Many Demon Immortal [immortals who have ascended from demonic lineages] and divine spirits felt confident they could challenge them. Consequently, a flurry of challengers stepped forward, and the battles quickly erupted into a blazing fervor.

In the end, it was Lyra Jiang who achieved victory first. Wielding Mana [the refined spiritual energy used by high-level cultivators] that surpassed the Ninth Level of Ascension to Immortality [the pinnacle stage before becoming a true immortal] and her Profound Yang Limitless Pearl [a magical treasure of immense yang energy], she successively defeated five opponents, securing the first spot to gain the opportunity to contemplate the Heaven's Stele [a mystical stele containing profound insights into the Dao].

Verdant Consort followed closely behind. Protected by the Yin-Yang Dual Pole Pearl [a treasure that harmonizes and utilizes the forces of yin and yang] and having forged a foundation through the Yin-Yang Sows the Green Lotus [a profound cultivation art that uses yin-yang principles to nurture a spiritual lotus], the combined might of the Crimson-Azure Twin Dragon Swords [a pair of powerful swords, one crimson and one azure, said to contain dragon spirits] was peerless. She defeated all challenging Demon Immortal and divine spirits, earning her own place to contemplate the Heaven's Stele.

Six Stars Immortal proceeded in a similar fashion. This time, he did not hold back. From the very outset, he summoned forth the Crimson Dragon Heaven-Scorching Sword [a sword of immense destructive power, said to be forged with the essence of a crimson dragon], unleashing the full, terrifying might of this supreme-grade offensive Immortal Treasure [a treasure of the immortal realm, vastly more powerful than mortal artifacts].

Several Immortal [beings who have ascended to immortality] ascended to challenge him one after another, yet all were ultimately struck down.

There were also celestial spirits who wielded Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure [the highest grade of immortal treasures] and considered testing their mettle against him. However, after a long moment of hesitation, they ultimately chose to relinquish the attempt.

At present, there are a full thousand Heaven's Pillar [the celestial pillars upon which the Heavenly Steles rest]. Only around a thousand Immortal [cultivators who have ascended to the Immortal Realm] wield Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure [the highest grade of immortal artifacts]. Their chances of success are already quite high if they choose to contest a different Heaven's Pillar, so there is little need for them to stubbornly clash with Six Stars Immortal here.

After all, the might of a supreme-grade offensive Immortal Treasure [an artifact forged with immortal power] is truly terrifying. To be carelessly slain by a single sword stroke would be a most unjust and grievous death.

With this prevailing mindset, Six Stars Immortal managed to defeat five opponents in succession, securing a coveted spot to comprehend the Heaven's Stele [the celestial steles containing profound Dao insights].

Witnessing the trio's consecutive victories, Void-Refining Immortal [the Immortal who refines the Void] felt his confidence swell. By now, the majority of the three thousand Heaven's Pillar had been claimed by those wielding Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure. He delayed no longer, selecting a pillar and ascending to its summit.

His cultivation was merely at the Sixth Level of Immortal Ascension Realm [the sixth tier of the Immortal Ascension Realm], and his ascent immediately drew the attention of many Immortal.

Several Immortal of lesser strength were delighted, charging forth at once to challenge him, eager to seize the opportunity presented by this particular Heaven's Pillar.

However, Void-Refining Immortal was protected by the Crimson Flame Golden Scale Armor [an armor of golden scales imbued with crimson flame]. Ordinary Immortal at the Late Stage Immortal Ascension Realm [the advanced phase of the Immortal Ascension Realm] could not harm him in the slightest. Astonishingly, he defeated four formidable foes in a row.

Just as it seemed Void-Refining Immortal was about to claim the spot on this Heaven's Pillar, a powerful Demon Immortal [an immortal being of demonic origin] could sit idle no longer.

A Demon Immortal at the Eighth Level of Immortal Ascension Realm [the eighth tier of the Immortal Ascension Realm] leaped onto the platform. From the very outset, he brandished a Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure, cleaving down with overwhelming force, intent on slaying Void-Refining Immortal where he stood.

The power of that Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure was indeed formidable. Yet, the Crimson Flame Golden Scale Armor proved itself worthy of its reputation as a supreme-grade defensive Immortal Treasure. Though its radiance shimmered and trembled under the assault, the indestructible golden scales remained utterly unbroken.

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