Chapter 1213 : Duel of the Celestial Dragons

During a contest of swords, it is common for both sides to fight to the death. If they were to slay Eldrin Chen here, it could only be blamed on Eldrin Chen's inferior skill. Even Glazed Divine Lord would likely find it difficult to intervene.

Considering this, Eldrin Chen finally understood the situation.

"So that's how it is," he murmured.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod and spoke, "Since that is the case, let us begin."

"Hmph!"

"Prepare to die!"

Seeing that Eldrin Chen understood the Karma [the cosmic principle of cause and effect governing actions and their consequences], Bright Ao let out a cold sneer. With a flick of his sleeve, he summoned and unleashed a grand formation diagram to suppress his foe.

The True Dragon Clan was, by nature, one of the most supreme Mythical Immortal Seed [a being of primordial and perfect origin, destined for immortality]. The innate talent of this lineage ranked among the very pinnacle across the Myriad Heavens [the countless celestial realms and worlds].

Born within the Immortal Domain [the realm of true immortals], they could reach the Ascendant Immortal Realm [the realm of a true ascended immortal] upon reaching adulthood. Whether in natural endowment or comprehension, they were nearly flawless, beings that could be said to transcend the ultimate limits of the Mortal Realm [the realm of mortal existence].

It could be said that a true Nine Heavens True Dragon was born peer to Indestructibility [the state of being unbreakable and eternal] immortal spirits, rivaling the deathless Immortal Phoenix and not inferior to the primordial Divine Spirits [innate spiritual beings of cosmic power]. They were among the most perfect existences beneath the heavens and above the earth. Original English translation available at site: audio-novel.com.

The Bright Ao before them was a true standout even among the True Dragon Clan.

Within the Thousand Dragon Lake resided over a thousand Pure-Blooded True Dragon. Each one was comparable to a Nine Heavens Celestial Immortal Spirit [a spirit being of the highest heavens, possessing immense power] and could contend with a Human Race Immortal [a human who has ascended to immortality].

That Bright Ao could become its Eighth Elder proved he was among the elite of the Dragon Clan. Such an existence was one in a hundred even within the Dragon Clan.

Now, as Bright Ao made his move, he summoned a Lifebound Formation Diagram [a magical diagram intrinsically linked to a cultivator's life force and soul]. The diagram manifested the immortal apertures of the Nine Heavens and ignited seven Stellar [star-related] points of light.

Seven Immortal Sword [swords forged with immortal power] upon it erupted with dazzling Immortal Radiance, transforming into a Sword Formation [a coordinated array of swords that amplifies their power] that swept forth. A vast and overwhelming Sword Intent [the conceptual will and power imbued within a sword technique] engulfed the heavens, earth, mountains, and rivers.

"Trouble!"

The moment the formation diagram appeared, Eldrin Chen's heart lurched in alarm. He immediately expanded his Primordial One Energy True Aura [a defensive aura of unified primordial energy] to protect himself and simultaneously urged his Celestial Abyss Twin Swords to slash out in counterattack.

Yet, even as the Celestial Abyss Twin Swords soared into the sky to clash with the Sword Formation, they were placed at an absolute disadvantage.

Seeing the twin swords being overpowered, Bright Ao let out a cold laugh. "My Seven Stars Leaping Dragon Formation Diagram and its seven Heavenly Dragon Demon-Subduing Sword [swords forged to subdue demons, imbued with heavenly dragon power] are one entity. The might of this Sword Formation rivals that of a Supreme-Grade Immortal Treasure [the highest grade of immortal artifact].

For you to perish beneath this Sword Formation is no unworthy end!"

As the words fell, those seven Immortal Sword transformed into seven dazzling Immortal Radiance that crisscrossed the heavens, descending to suppress and slay Eldrin Chen.

Facing this strike, Eldrin Chen felt the furrow between his brows deepen with profound gravity.

These seven Heavenly Dragon Demon-Subduing Sword were merely Mid-Grade Immortal Treasure; individually, their power was quite ordinary. Yet, when all seven were activated simultaneously to form a Sword Formation, their combined might rivaled that of a Supreme-Grade Immortal Treasure.

Generally speaking, constrained by the limits of spiritual power and immortal sense, few Immortal could manage to activate seven Mid-Grade Immortal Treasure at once, let alone weave them into a cohesive Sword Formation.

This Bright Ao before him, drawing upon the power of the Seven Stars Leaping Dragon Formation Diagram, could not only activate the Heavenly Dragon Demon-Subduing Sword Formation but also leverage the formation diagram to unleash its maximum potential. This was clear proof that this life-bound Sword Formation possessed extraordinary merits.

"This battle will be arduous indeed!"

Eldrin Chen's expression turned utterly solemn; for the first time, he felt not insignificant pressure.

The strength of this Bright Ao was likely not far inferior to that of a Half-Step Earth Immortal, no wonder he had attained the position of Eighth Elder of Thousand Dragon Lake.

It must be understood that within Thousand Dragon Lake, aside from the few Dragon Clan Patriarch at the Supreme Elder level, it was the various Elder of the Dragon Clan whose power was most formidable.

And among these Dragon Clan Elder, there existed some whose cultivation had reached the Half-Step Earth Immortal level.

That Bright Ao could hold the esteemed position of Eighth Elder of Thousand Dragon Lake with a cultivation base at the Ascendant Immortal 9th Tier [the ninth level of the Ascendant Immortal realm] was clear proof that his strength, while perhaps not yet reaching the Half-Step Earth Immortal level, was certainly very close to it.

Facing such a formidable foe, Eldrin Chen dared not be careless.

He immediately activated the Bulwark Earth Sovereign Bell [a powerful defensive bell artifact] to shield himself. Simultaneously, he summoned his Lifebound Immortal Treasure [a treasure bound to one's life and soul], the Polarity Void Mirror [a mirror that manipulates the forces of polarity and void]. It erupted with a torrential Immortal Radiance [the radiant light of immortal power], aiming to seize one of the Heavenly Dragon Demon-Subduing Sword [swords renowned for subduing heavenly dragons and demons].

However, the Heavenly Dragon Demon-Subduing Sword Formation [a sword formation comprised of Heavenly Dragon Demon-Subduing Swords] operated as a single entity. The moment any one Immortal Sword [a sword imbued with immortal power] felt the pull of the mirror's polar Immortal Radiance, the entire Sword Formation [a coordinated array of swords] would instantly counteract the force collectively. Furthermore, the Seven Stars Leaping Dragon Diagram [a magical diagram depicting seven stars and a leaping dragon] continuously neutralized the resulting backlash.

Relying solely on the power of the Polarity Void Mirror, it was far from sufficient to restrain this formidable Sword Formation.

Fortunately, with the Polarity Void Mirror imposing its restrictions, the pressure on the Celestial Abyss Twin Swords [a pair of swords named for their celestial and abyssal nature] was significantly reduced. Read, share, and discuss at site: audio-novel.com.

Seizing this opportunity, Eldrin Chen withdrew the Celestial Abyss Twin Swords. In an instant, he channeled his power, causing the pair of dazzling Immortal Sword to merge their brilliance and cleave down with immense force.

"*Clang—!*"

A deafening sword cry echoed as the might of the Sky-Severance Sword Union [a sword technique of severing union] transformed into a blinding white Immortal Radiance that descended. It struck the Heavenly Dragon Demon-Subduing Sword Formation, causing its radiant light to flicker and tremble violently. At last, he had managed to block the onslaught of the Heavenly Dragon Demon-Subduing Sword Formation.

Yet, witnessing this scene, Eldrin Chen's expression darkened slightly.

His Celestial Abyss Twin Swords were a pair of High-Grade Immortal Treasure [powerful enchanted artifacts]. While their combined strike could rival a single blow from a Supreme-Grade Immortal Treasure [the pinnacle class of enchanted artifacts], they could not sustain that power for long.

Each fusion granted only a single strike, and activating it consumed a tremendous amount of spiritual energy [the vital power used by cultivators], making it far less efficient than his opponent's Heavenly Dragon Demon-Subduing Sword Formation.

If the battle dragged into a protracted struggle, the one at a disadvantage would likely be Eldrin Chen.

"So this is the principle of mastering one move to conquer all?"

Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly, gaining a profound understanding of Bright Ao's true strength.

His opponent needed only to master this single Heavenly Dragon Demon-Subduing Sword Formation, requiring no other Immortal Treasure or Divine Ability [a supreme supernatural technique] for defense, to reign nearly invincible within the Ascendant Immortal Realm [a high level of immortal cultivation].

"Even if three to five ordinary cultivators at the Ascendant Immortal 9th Tier [the ninth and highest stage of the Ascendant Immortal Realm] joined forces, they would likely still be no match for Bright Ao."

"Not even a single Ascendant Immortal 9th Tier wielding a Supreme-Grade Immortal Treasure could hope to defeat him."

Eldrin Chen thought to himself, his assessment of Bright Ao's prowess now crystal clear.

For while a Supreme-Grade Immortal Treasure possessed devastating power, activating it drained one's spiritual energy reserves with terrifying speed.

The opponent had refined the Heavenly Dragon Demon-Subduing Sword Formation into a Lifebound Formation Artifact [a magical treasure bound to one's life force and cultivation base]. When activated, its spiritual energy consumption was minimal. Even if it could not overpower a Half-Step Earth Immortal Patriarch, it was more than sufficient for self-preservation.

"Fortunately, this Bright Ao has an insufficient foundation, merely possessing Dual Path Fruits [the cultivation achievement of having mastered two distinct cultivation paths]. If he had a Great Encompassing Foundation [a supremely solid and all-encompassing cultivation base] and relied on his cultivation at the Ascendant Immortal 9th Tier level, he might have been able to refine all seven Heavenly Dragon Demon-Subduing Sword to the Upper Grade Immortal Rank."

"At that point, once the Heavenly Dragon Demon-Subduing Sword was unleashed, it would possess the power to slay immortals and subdue demons. Even a Half-Step Earth Immortal would meet their end."

As these thoughts crossed his mind, Eldrin Chen vaguely sensed that his Five Lifebound Immortal Treasures [five magical treasures intrinsically bound to his life and cultivation], while seemingly powerful, were not unleashing their full potential.

Each of his Five Lifebound Immortal Treasures possessed immense power. Any single one was considered top-tier among Immortal Treasure of the same rank, enough to make any Immortal [a being who has ascended to immortality through cultivation] covet it upon sight.

However, as his cultivation level increased, the Immortal he encountered grew ever more powerful. Those who could stand out from the multitude of immortals undoubtedly possessed extraordinary capabilities.

In earlier years, these Five Lifebound Immortal Treasures could still serve as Eldrin Chen's hidden trump cards. But as Eldrin Chen's cultivation gradually advanced, these five Immortal Treasure had become merely conventional tools in his arsenal.

If not for Eldrin Chen possessing Primordial Chaos Violet Aura [a supreme primordial energy that can elevate the grade of treasures], which allowed them to ascend an extra grade, the five treasures might have long become obsolete.

"It's manageable at the Ascendant Immortal Realm [the realm of a newly ascended immortal]. But those capable of breaking through to Earth Immortal [an immortal whose power is deeply rooted in the world] are invariably exceptional."

"Now that I have broken through to the Late Ascendant Immortal Realm, it is time to make some preparations in advance and plan for the future." For more chapters, visit audio_novel.com for the complete novel.