Chapter 1170 : A Father's Vengeance Unleashed
This was the most arduous and desperate grand confrontation the Chen Immortal Clan had faced since their ascension to the Immortal Realm [the higher plane of existence where immortals reside].
Even though Exquisite Jiang had alerted several allies from the Crimson Dragon Sea [a powerful faction in the Immortal Realm], they were still plunged into a bitter and protracted struggle. Exquisite Jiang herself had suffered grievous wounds, and the remaining combatants were all in dire straits.
Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod to his wives, then tossed an Immortal Pill [a supreme elixir capable of healing even immortal wounds] to Worthy Pursuit Chen and said,
"You have done well. Go and tend to your wounds now. Leave the rest to your father."
"That upstart Eldrin!"
Seeing that Eldrin Chen did not even spare him a glance, Crimson Dragon Child roared in fury and indignation.
With a thunderous bellow, he brought his Crimson Dragon World-Startling Halberd [a legendary polearm of immense power] cleaving down from the heavens. It was as if a supreme Heavenly Halberd [a divine weapon of cosmic origin] from the dawn of World-Opening [the primordial act of creation] was descending to annihilate all.
Facing this devastating strike, Eldrin Chen remained utterly unperturbed, his expression unchanged.
While carefully shielding the soul of Worthy Verdancy Chen in his palm, he simply flicked a finger against the shaft of the Crimson Dragon World-Startling Halberd. A clear, ringing sound echoed, and the mighty halberd was sent flying backward.
Having done this, Eldrin Chen glanced at Worthy Verdancy Chen and said, "Rest now in peace. Your father will settle this score for you." The story continues at audio - novel . com.
As his words fell, Eldrin Chen took a single step forward. The Celestial Abyss Twin Swords [a pair of divine swords embodying the profound mysteries of heaven and abyss] were already weaving through the air, slashing towards Crimson Dragon Child.
Seeing the Celestial Abyss Twin Swords cleaving towards him, Crimson Dragon Child's expression chilled slightly. He then summoned a Nine Dragon Coiling Ancient Bell [an ancient bell forged with the power of nine coiling dragons], intending to block the assault of the twin swords.
"The Crimson Dragon Immortal-Suppressing Bell [a bell forged from Crimson Dragon materials, capable of suppressing immortal beings]!"
Eldrin Chen's eyes flickered. A treasure mirror, shimmering with the Polarity Primordial Magnetism Immortal Light [a divine light capable of manipulating fundamental magnetic forces], shot from between his brows. In the blink of an eye, it captured and whisked away the Crimson Dragon Immortal-Suppressing Bell.
"Disastrous!"
Watching his treasure be seized, Crimson Dragon Child was struck with profound alarm.
This Crimson Dragon Immortal-Suppressing Bell was forged from Dragon-Patterned Crimson Gold [a legendary metal imbued with draconic patterns and immense defensive properties]. Its defensive power ranked among the top even within the Late Ascendant Immortal Realm [the third major stage of the Ascendant Immortal cultivation realm]. He never imagined it would be so perfectly countered by the Polarity Void Mirror [a mirror that manipulates the polarity of all things], captured in a single instant.
With his primary defensive treasure suddenly gone, Crimson Dragon Child had no time to summon another artifact in his haste. He could only attempt to evade, but his speed was no match for the Celestial Abyss Twin Swords.
A sharp *shriek* of sword energy pierced the air. The Celestial Abyss Twin Swords tore through the void, their paths intersecting as they sliced clean through half of his physical body.
"Aaaaargh—!"
Suddenly suffering a grievous wound, Crimson Dragon Child let out a piercing shriek of agony.
Truly worthy of being a supreme Immortal, even after losing his protective treasure, the Crimson Dragon Child managed to summon a Crimson Jade Seal in the nick of time, barely parrying the relentless onslaught of the Celestial Abyss Twin Swords.
Even so, the severely wounded Crimson Dragon Child could not hide a flicker of terror in his eyes.
Thoughts of avenging his three sons vanished instantly; his sole focus became escape. Yet, how could Eldrin Chen grant him that wish?
With a mere flick of his sleeve, Eldrin Chen unleashed the Three Thousand Stellar. It soared into the heavens, unfolding into a boundless starry Universe that enveloped the entire firmament, sealing all paths of retreat.
This Three Thousand Stellar was once the supreme treasure of the Nine Heavens Star Deity, a treasure of the Supreme-Grade Immortal Treasure rank.
Its primary power lay not in Slaughter but in Formation [the art of creating and manipulating magical arrays]. By activating it now to lock down the void, Eldrin Chen severed all escape routes for the Crimson Dragon Child.
With this done, Eldrin Chen spoke, his voice calm yet final. "Since you sought a decisive end, today you shall have your wish."
"BOOM—"
In that instant, Eldrin Chen struck.
Simultaneously urging his Celestial Abyss Twin Swords to slash forward, he took a great stride, his form transforming into a billion-zhang-tall Primordial One True Body [a supreme physical manifestation of unified primordial essence] to strike his formidable foe head-on.
With Eldrin Chen's current power, while he dared not claim parity with a Half-Step Earth Immortal Realm [a cultivator on the very threshold of becoming an Earth Immortal] expert, he had far surpassed the average Ascendant Immortal 9th Tier [the ninth and penultimate stage of the Ascendant Immortal realm]. Two or three ordinary Late Ascendant Immortal Realm [cultivators at the final stages of the Ascendant Immortal realm] combined might still struggle to be his match.
One could say that the present Eldrin Chen, even if he encountered that dying Nine Heavens Star Deity from Verdant Spirit Ancient Star again, might well be able to trade blows. How much less could a mere Crimson Dragon Child hope to contend with him?
Had the Crimson Dragon Child brought his Supreme-Grade Immortal Treasure [a treasure of the highest rank within the Immortal Treasure grade], the 'Crimson Dragon Sky-Scorching Sword', he might have barely managed to resist and seize a chance to flee. But without that Supreme-Grade Immortal Treasure in hand, how could he possibly be Eldrin Chen's opponent?
After merely a few dozen exchanges, the Crimson Dragon Child was already grievously wounded, his ability to fight back utterly extinguished.
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A few moves later, Eldrin Chen finally seized his opportunity, channeling his power to merge the Celestial Abyss Twin Swords into one devastating strike.
In that instant, a blinding white sword-light pierced through everything, ultimately pinning the Crimson Dragon Child lifeless within the void.
With his final breath, the Crimson Dragon Child roared in bitter resentment, "That upstart Eldrin! Though you can slay me, a day will come when someone will avenge me!"
"Oh?"
Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen's eyes flickered slightly.
He did not voice his question. Instead, he channeled his power, causing the Celestial Abyss Twin Swords to churn violently one last time, utterly annihilating Crimson Dragon Child's Immortal Embryo [the nascent immortal form of a cultivator] before he finally ceased.
"Disaster."
Witnessing this scene, the remaining few Dragon Clan members of the Crimson Dragon lineage felt their hearts lurch in their chests.
They were positioned farther away and had not been trapped by the Three Thousand Stellar formation. Seeing the situation turn dire, they immediately began to flee for their lives.
The Divine Spirit Clan forces stationed even further out witnessed Crimson Dragon Child's demise, their expressions shifting dramatically to one of stark alarm. Without a word, Violet Radiance Divine Spirit gathered the various Divine Spirits [powerful spiritual beings] of their clan and withdrew from the battlefield.
Those on the periphery—the forces from Six Stars, Void-Refining, Violet Flame, Black Tortoise Patriarch, and the Mistress of Drifting Snow Palace among other Immortal [powerful cultivators who have ascended to immortality]—managed to extricate themselves and swiftly converged on the central area.
Eldrin Chen did not wait for the others to speak. He issued a direct command: "First, we hunt down the remnants of the Crimson Dragon Clan. We will discuss everything else upon our return."
As his words fell, Eldrin Chen shot forward in pursuit of the Nine-Headed Hydra Dragon.
This pursuit spanned over half of the Crimson Dragon Sea. Under the combined assault of the allied forces, the Crimson Blood Dragon-Serpent, the Nine-Headed Hydra Dragon, and two other True Dragon [dragons of pure and ancient lineage] at the Early Ascendant Immortal Realm [the initial stage of immortal ascension] were all slain.
Only the Primordial Void Black Dragon [a legendary dragon with mastery over the void], wielding its innate talent for traversing the void, managed to flee all the way into the heart of Crimson Dragon Island.
The group pursued it to the very shores of Crimson Dragon Island before finally halting their advance.
Eldrin Chen gazed upon Crimson Dragon Island, a trace of solemn gravity flickering in his eyes.
Upon that island, a resplendent Immortal Sword [a sword forged with immortal power] had transformed into a coiling Crimson Dragon, radiating an arrogance that defied heaven and earth.
"The Crimson Dragon Sky-Scorching Sword!"
Six Stars Immortal murmured, recognizing this Supreme-Grade Immortal Treasure [a treasure of the highest immortal grade] whose fame shook the Crimson Dragon Sea, and could not help but ask, "Shall we make our move?"
"There is no need."
Eldrin Chen shook his head, his gaze profound as he stated, "This Crimson Dragon Sky-Scorching Sword possesses a keen spiritual sentience. It does not seem to be masterless."
"If we force the issue, we may not only fail to breach its defenses but could very well lose several Immortal [beings who have ascended to immortality] in the attempt."
Upon hearing this, the assembled immortals exchanged glances, uncertainty written on their faces.
The Heavenly Feather Immortal [a powerful immortal being] paled slightly, a flicker of hesitation crossing his features as he inquired, "The spiritual resonance of the Crimson Dragon Sky-Scourging Sword [a legendary divine sword] is so potent. Could it be that the Crimson Dragon Patriarch [the ancient progenitor of the Crimson Dragon lineage] still lives?"
Eldrin Chen offered no reply. His gaze fell upon the increasingly frail form of Worthy Verdancy Chen in his arms. Turning away, he spoke, his voice carrying a finality that brooked no argument, "Wait a few more years. I shall take action myself and sever this thread of Karma [the cosmic law of cause and effect that binds all beings] once and for all."
With those words, Eldrin Chen said no more. He turned and walked away, his figure dissolving into the vast expanse where sky met sea.
"…"
Within the Crimson Dragon Sea [a vast and perilous ocean realm], Purple Tenuity Island stood as one of the grandest Immortal Isles [islands suffused with immortal energy, often homes to powerful cultivators].
Its expanse was boundless, dwarfing even the most sprawling of primordial Ancient Continents.
Upon this ancient, immortal-graced isle, within the waters of an age-old celestial lake, grew a single, magnificent Verdant Lotus [a spiritual lotus plant of immense purity and power].
Beside the Verdant Lotus, Eldrin Chen, Exquisite Jiang, and the Verdant Consort stood in solemn silence, their expressions a complex tapestry of emotions.
The Verdant Consort gazed at the Verdant Lotus, her voice barely a whisper as she asked, "Will it truly succeed this time?" For the best reading experience, visit audio-novel . com.