Chapter 1215 : The Impenetrable Golden Armor

The Demon Immortal [a powerful immortal being who has transcended mortality through demonic cultivation] felt his heart sink, realizing he had chosen the wrong opponent.

In the past, Eldrin Chen and his companions, wielding the might of several Supreme-Grade Immortal Treasure [the highest grade of enchanted artifacts used by immortals] and the combined power of the World-Opening Treasure [a legendary artifact said to have the power to cleave open worlds] and the Ancient Starry Firmament Bell [an ancient bell imbued with the power of the starry heavens], had still struggled to breach this Crimson Flame Golden Scale Armor [a legendary suit of armor forged from golden scales and imbued with crimson flame essence].

It was only after Worthy Path Chen used his Heavenly Eye [a divine ability that grants profound insight and perception] to detect its flaw that they seized the opportunity to slay its wielder. Now, although this Demon Immortal held a Supreme-Grade Immortal Treasure, he would find it difficult to breach this defensive Immortal Treasure [a general term for artifacts used by immortals] in a short time.

For the Void-Refining Immortal [an immortal title signifying mastery over void and emptiness], as long as the Crimson Flame Golden Scale Armor remained Impenetrable [a state of perfect, unbreachable defense], he was in an invincible position. If he could simply endure, he would inevitably defeat the Demon Immortal.

The Demon Immortal understood this as well. With no other choice, he was forced to continuously channel his Supreme-Grade Immortal Treasure, unleashing barrage after barrage, hoping to bypass the Crimson Flame Golden Scale Armor and use its overwhelming power to crush the Void-Refining Immortal sealed within.

If his opponent were a newly ascended Ascendant Immortal [an immortal who has recently ascended to immortality], the residual force of the Supreme-Grade Immortal Treasure might indeed have been lethal. But the Void-Refining Immortal was no easy mark. Having cultivated diligently for over one hundred thousand years, his strength had truly reached the Ascendant Immortal 6th Tier [the sixth tier within the Ascendant Immortal realm].

In a direct confrontation with the Supreme-Grade Immortal Treasure, he would be utterly overwhelmed. Yet, shielded by the Crimson Flame Golden Scale Armor, he could withstand the glancing blows and residual shockwaves.

The Demon Immortal could only muster the power for a few strikes with his Supreme-Grade Immortal Treasure. How could such a frantic assault be sustained? After mere handful of exchanges, his spiritual energy [the vital force used to power techniques and artifacts] was nearly depleted.

After another hundred or so clashes, his energy reserves were ninety percent exhausted. It was then that the Void-Refining Immortal seized his chance to counterattack, finally striking the demon immortal down from the stone pillar.

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Seeing that even Void-Refining Immortal had secured a spot, Eldrin Chen felt a subtle wave of relief wash over him. The struggle for enlightenment before the Celestial Stele could be considered nearly perfect in its outcome.

Shortly after Void-Refining Immortal claimed his place, the final victors gradually emerged from the contests atop the various stone pillars.

Within a few days, most of the thousand pillars had found their masters, with only a dozen or so still embroiled in contention.

Eldrin Chen's pillar was one of these. His power was so overwhelming that no one dared challenge him for it, leaving his spot among the last to be settled.

As the number of unclaimed pillars dwindled, an Immortal [a being who has transcended mortality through cultivation] could no longer restrain themselves.

A female immortal clad in yellow robes stepped forward, offering a slight bow with a warm smile. "This humble one is Yellow Robe Jiang. Greetings, Fellow Daoist."

"Greetings,"

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod in return. The woman before him was a Human Race Immortal, her cultivation at the Ascendant Immortal 9th Tier [the ninth level of the Ascendant Immortal realm]. With no past grievances between them, his demeanor remained courteous.

Noting his attitude, Yellow Robe Jiang smiled gently and said, "Your Divine Ability [a supernatural power or technique mastered through profound cultivation] is extraordinary, Fellow Daoist. I fear I am no match, yet I dare to test myself against you. I humbly ask for your leniency."

"It shall be so."

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod of acknowledgment. With a flick of his sleeve, he gestured with an open hand. "After you."

"Behold, the Primordial Unity Bulwark Earth Divine Thunder [a divine thunder technique embodying the unyielding essence of earth]. Be cautious, Fellow Daoist!"

Yellow Robe Jiang nodded, offering the warning before unleashing a brilliant bolt of divine thunder.

As the divine thunder surged toward him, Eldrin Chen's eyes flickered with a subtle light. With a snap of his fingers, the Great Five Elements Primordial Solar Divine Thunder [a supreme thunder technique born from the fusion of the five elements and the primordial sun] erupted forth, arcing directly toward Yellow Robe Jiang.

Yet, the power of Yellow Robe Jiang's Primordial Unity Bulwark Earth Divine Thunder proved unexpectedly formidable. In the blink of an eye, it coalesced into a sword of thunderous energy that cleaved through the air, shattering the Great Five Elements Primordial Solar Divine Thunder.

Not only that, but the residual power of the thunder-sword did not dissipate. It transformed into a dazzling Thunderclap sword energy [a sword strike as swift and sharp as a clap of thunder] and continued its relentless assault, aiming directly for the space between Eldrin Chen's brows.

However, in that fleeting instant, it was halted by a barrier of Primordial One aura [the foundational, undifferentiated energy from which all things are born].

"An impressive Divine Ability [a supernatural technique mastered through profound cultivation]."

Having blocked the Thunderclap sword energy with his Primordial One Energy True Aura [a defensive technique that manifests a shield of pure, primordial energy], Eldrin Chen could not help but voice his admiration.

Yellow Robe Jiang could only shake his head with a wry smile. "And yet, even so, it is no match for you, Elder Brother."

It turned out that this Divine Ability of hers possessed two forms. The first was named Primordial Unity Bulwark Earth Divine Thunder, while the latter was called Primordial Unity Bulwark Earth Divine Thunder Sword Energy.

Between these two forms, the power of the former was merely that of an ordinary Great God Ability at the Sky-Touching Realm. The latter, however, could be considered a top-tier Heavenly God technique, its potency not far from that of the Great Five Elements Primordial Solar Divine Thunder.

Though she understood in her heart that she was no match for Eldrin Chen, Yellow Robe Jiang did not immediately cease her assault.

She was seen leaping into the sky, summoning a resplendent Immortal Sword. Then, she unleashed a torrent of Path Fruit power from her Heavenly Path. In that instant, vast Path Principles intertwined with the Path Fruit essence, merging into the brilliant Immortal Sword and activating the Immortality technique.

In the blink of an eye, the radiance of that brilliant Immortal Sword surged, transforming it into a dazzling Thunderclap Immortal Sword of unparalleled brilliance.

"Fellow Daoist, taste this strike of mine." Original English translation available at audio‑novel.com.

As her words fell, the brilliant Immortal Sword cleaved down with overwhelming force, as if intending to split Eldrin Chen's brow asunder.

"An Amplification Divine Ability?"

Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly. This was a sword energy Divine Ability cultivated by his opponent, perfectly fused with her own Immortal Sword, greatly augmenting the weapon's destructive power.

The force of this descending strike now approached the level of a blow from a Supreme-Grade Immortal Treasure.

"A strike from a Dual Path Fruits [an Immortal who has condensed two Path Fruits, signifying immense power] is comparable to a blow from a Supreme-Grade Immortal Treasure [the pinnacle of enchanted artifacts]."

"A pity that before this venerable one, you should not have revealed your magical treasure [an enchanted artifact used by cultivators]."

Eldrin Chen mused inwardly, sighing at the endless emergence of capable individuals in the world. This Yellow Robe Jiang had the potential to secure a spot.

Unfortunately, due to hesitation and a delayed strike, he now faced Eldrin Chen and was likely destined to leave with only regret.

"*Whoosh—*"

As Eldrin Chen made his move, he activated the Five-Colored Divine Light [a divine ability manifesting as a radiant light of five colors]. It swept across the Heavenly Vault [the celestial dome of the arena] and instantly ensnared the dazzling Immortal Sword [a sword forged with immortal power]. Despite its frantic struggles, the Immortal Sword could not break free.

Seeing his Lifebound Immortal Sword [an immortal sword whose essence is fused with its wielder's life force] subdued, Yellow Robe Jiang paled slightly and said, "Fellow Daoist, I concede. Please return my Immortal Sword."

"Go on."

Eldrin Chen offered a faint smile and casually dispersed the Five-Colored Divine Light.

Only then did Yellow Robe Jiang let out a sigh of relief, speaking with lingering fear, "Thank you, Fellow Daoist, for showing mercy."

"There is no need for such formality."

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod, his expression calm as he spoke. "Your Amplification Divine Ability is truly extraordinary, Fellow Daoist. It must be considered a unique marvel even within the Ascendant Immortal Realm."

"You flatter me."

Yellow Robe Jiang offered a faint smile before continuing. "In my youth, I obtained an esoteric method that can transform the Primordial Unity Bulwark Earth Divine Thunder Divine Ability [a powerful supernatural technique] into the Primordial Unity Bulwark Earth Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Sword Fiend and imbue it upon an Immortal Sword to amplify its might."

"However, such a secret art requires perfect compatibility between the Divine Ability and the Immortal Sword to succeed. Otherwise, it may instead damage the Immortal Sword's power."

"Moreover, the cultivation method is exceedingly demanding. Few Immortal [beings who have ascended to immortality] have managed to master it successfully."

"I understand."

Eldrin Chen nodded again. In truth, he found this secret art immensely alluring.

Yet, such a method was undoubtedly Yellow Robe Jiang's trump card, a treasure she guarded closely. It would be exceedingly difficult to persuade her to part with it.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen filed the matter away in his mind and said no more.

Seeing this, Yellow Robe Jiang [a powerful cultivator] cupped her hands in a respectful salute, then withdrew from the stone pillar. Not long after she descended, another figure ascended to take the stage.

The newcomer was clad in a black robe, his entire being exuding a terrifying aura of Heavenly Fiend Karmic Power [a malevolent energy born from great sin and slaughter]. A fierce, almost indescribable savagery was etched into his very brow and gaze.

"Such potent malice... could this person be..."

Eldrin Chen [the protagonist, a formidable cultivator] furrowed his brow, his voice low and thoughtful as he spoke: "A member of the Celestial Prison Clan [a notorious clan known for cultivating destructive and sinister powers]?" Continue reading this story at audio-novel`com.