Chapter 1320 : Clash of Heaven's Prison

In such dire straits, Eldrin Chen urged his Celestial Abyss Twin Swords to cleave a path through the thorns, seeking to carve a bloody route to survival. Yet, he discovered a figure blocking the way ahead, a warrior gripping a Heavenly Blade who dared to withstand a single strike from Eldrin Chen.

"Heaven's Prison Child!"

Eldrin Chen's pupils contracted slightly, and he let out a cold snarl, "A mere Eight Tribulations Realm [an Immortal who has survived eight Heavenly Tribulations] cultivator, how dare you block my path?"

"BOOM—"

With a furious roar, Eldrin Chen instantly unleashed a Five-Colored Divine Thunder [a divine thunderbolt imbued with the power of the five elements]. The blast struck the foremost prodigy of the Celestial Prison Clan, sending him reeling through the air, blood spraying from his mouth.

Ever since mastering the Primordial One Limitless Rule [the supreme law of the Primordial Unity, representing boundless potential], Eldrin Chen's spiritual power had transcended all conventional limits. Though this Innate Divine Ability [a supreme power born from one's innate constitution] had not yet reached the World-Opening Realm [the realm of power capable of creating independent worlds], in his hands, its might was no weaker than a full-force strike from a Middle Stage Earth Immortal [an Earth Immortal who has reached the middle stage of their cultivation].

Having sent the Celestial Prison Clan's Eight Tribulations Immortal flying with a single move, Eldrin Chen showed no trace of joy.

The Path Source [the foundational spiritual essence of a cultivator's Path] belonging to Old Path Master Verdant Mystery was an object of absolute necessity for Heaven's Prison Child. Naturally, Blaze Lord of Heaven's Prison would never allow Eldrin Chen to take Old Path Master Verdant Mystery away.

Indeed, Blaze Lord of Heaven's Prison had already committed to a full-force assault. He actually summoned a second High-Grade World-Opening Treasure [a supreme-grade treasure capable of creating and stabilizing worlds] to strike across the heavens. The blow caused the radiant aura of the Primordial One Energy True Aura [the true protective aura derived from the Primordial Unity energy] to visibly crack and splinter.

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Eldrin Chen's heart clenched with alarm. He understood that the Primordial One Energy True Aura [a supreme defensive technique that forms an inviolable barrier of unified primordial energy] had endured too many attacks in too short a time and was now in danger of collapsing.

If they delayed any longer, he feared none of them would escape.

Thus, he could no longer afford to attempt rescuing the Verdant Mystery Path Master and immediately declared, "Everyone, hesitate no longer."

"We depart!"

In that instant, Eldrin Chen activated the Polarity Void Mirror [a mystical artifact capable of traversing the void between realms], enveloping the group and carrying them away.

At the moment of departure, the Patriarch of Verdant Stream Ancient Sect [the leader of the ancient Verdant Stream Sect] trembled slightly, his expression conflicted. He wished to urge Eldrin Chen once more to attempt a rescue, but in the end, he did not resist the power of the Polarity Void Mirror and vanished along with the others into the boundless void.

"BOOM—"

"You... shall die for this!"

In a single ksana-time [an infinitesimal unit of time], heaven shook and earth quaked.

The Lord of Thousand Dragon Lake [a mighty ruler whose domain is a vast lake inhabited by countless dragons] unleashed a strike that pierced through millions of Li-lengths [one Li-length equals five hundred meters] of boundless sea. Watching the group disappear into the endless void, he trembled from head to toe, consumed by fury.

This war, which had raged for six thousand years, had cost Thousand Dragon Lake three hundred Immortals. The reserves of Spirit Stones [a mineral that stores and radiates spiritual energy], Immortal Source [a potent source of immortal energy], spirit talismans, elixirs, and other supplies had been nearly halved.

Even with such a staggering price paid, as long as the Verdant Stream Ancient Sect was eradicated, the losses could still be recouped.

Who could have foreseen that Eldrin Chen would intervene at the critical moment? Not only did he severely damage the Thousand Dragon Lake's sect-protecting heavy artifact, the Thousand Dragon Ancient Ship, but he also used a Void Treasure [a treasure capable of manipulating space] to rescue three Earth Immortal Patriarchs [patriarchs who have attained the Earth Immortal realm].

These three Earth Immortal Patriarchs carried with them over seventy percent of the portable treasures and legacies of the Verdant Stream Ancient Sect.

It could be said that after their escape, what remained for Thousand Dragon Lake were merely immovable assets and the Path Source [the foundational spiritual source of a cultivator's path] of the Verdant Stream Ancient Sect's three hundred plus Immortals. The harvest for Thousand Dragon Lake was reduced by at least half.

Particularly grievous was the loss of high-grade treasures, which were all on the persons of the three Earth Immortal Patriarchs—an unimaginable blow.

To have the cooked duck fly away almost made the Lord of Thousand Dragon Lake spit blood in fury. He immediately roared, "March on the Returning Abyss Sea! I will see that That upstart Eldrin finds not even a patch of earth for his burial!"

"Brother Thousand Dragon, there is no need for such haste."

Above the Heavenly Vault, the Blaze Lord of Heaven's Prison spoke calmly. Gripping his Prison Flame War Halberd, he suppressed Old Path Master Verdant Mystery, leaving him no avenue of escape, and then set Heaven's Prison Child against him in combat.

Only then, standing leisurely upon the void, did he speak with a placid expression, "The Returning Abyss Path Master possesses a spatial treasure. Killing him will not be easy."

"Once I return to fetch a piece of the Heaven-Suppressing Stone [a rare stone capable of suppressing the heavens and sealing space], he will find escape impossible."

Hearing this, the Lord of Thousand Dragon Lake [the sovereign ruler of the Thousand Dragon Lake territory] suppressed the killing intent in his heart.

The Heaven-Suppressing Stone [a rare stone capable of suppressing the heavens and sealing space] is a World-Opening Marvel [a miraculous treasure of world-creation] specifically designed to counter Spatial Supreme Treasure [supreme treasures that manipulate space]. It can suppress the heavens and earth, sealing the void, and is an exceedingly rare spatial Heavy Treasures [a category of immensely powerful and weighty magical artifacts].

Such a supreme treasure is so rare that the Celestial Prison Clan [a powerful clan associated with celestial prisons] possesses only a few pieces, all of which are used to seal the Void Gate [a gate leading to or manipulating the void] within the Flowing Fire Star Palace [a palace or stronghold associated with flowing fire and stars].

Having been outmaneuvered by Eldrin Chen, the Blaze Lord of Heaven's Prison [a lord of the celestial prison associated with blazing power] decided to retrieve one such Heaven-Suppressing Stone [a rare stone capable of suppressing the heavens and sealing space] to neutralize Eldrin Chen's Spatial Spiritual Treasure [a spiritual treasure with spatial manipulation properties].

With this thought, the Lord of Thousand Dragon Lake [the sovereign ruler of the Thousand Dragon Lake territory] gazed upon the ongoing battle and spoke, "Conclude this swiftly. After a century of rest and recuperation, we shall march our forces against the Returning Abyss Sea Region [a sea region named for its abyssal, returning nature]." Read the full novel exclusively on audio-novel[dot]com.

"We shall digest the Path Source [the fundamental source or essence of a cultivation path] we have harvested here even as we wage war upon the Returning Abyss Sea Region [a sea region named for its abyssal, returning nature]."

Meanwhile, high upon the Heavenly Vault [the celestial dome or firmament], the relentless duel between Old Path Master Verdant Mystery and Heaven's Prison Child was ultimately nothing more than a desperate, final struggle.

After hundreds of exchanged blows, Old Path Master Verdant Mystery was finally cleaved apart by Heaven's Prison Child upon the void.

Having slain Old Path Master Verdant Mystery, Heaven's Prison Child clutched the precious Path Source [the fundamental source or essence of a cultivation path], his gaze icy as he declared, "Once the Returning Abyss Sea Region [a sea region named for its abyssal, returning nature] is shattered, spare that cur That upstart Eldrin his wretched life."

"Once I step into the Nine Tribulations Realm [the ninth and final stage of the Heavenly Tribulation trials], I will personally behead him. His Path Source [the condensed origin of a cultivator's cultivation path and life essence] might aid me in forging an unparalleled foundation."

Seeing this, Blaze Lord of Heaven's Prison also nodded slightly and said, "A single Nine Tribulations Path Source [the Path Source of a cultivator who has survived the Nine Tribulations] might indeed allow you to advance further, stepping into that Forbidden Domain [a legendary realm beyond the Nine Tribulations, shrouded in mystery]."

"..."

At the same time, far away in the boundless and distant sea region, the group emerged from the void, their flight coming to an end.

Eldrin Chen put away the Polarity Void Mirror [a mystical mirror capable of manipulating the polarity of space to facilitate void travel] and glanced towards the direction of the Verdant River Sea Region, finally allowing himself to release a heavy sigh of relief.

He then looked at the three individuals beside him and spoke, "Everyone, we are now a full sea region away. It would take them at least several days to pursue us this far. We are safe for the moment."

The three also breathed sighs of relief. The Patriarch of Verdant Stream Ancient Sect, his heart still pounding with lingering fear, cupped his hands respectfully. "We owe you our lives for your rescue, Fellow Daoist. May we inquire as to your esteemed identity?"

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen smiled and returned the gesture. "My Daoist title is Returning Abyss. I am the master of the Returning Abyss Immortal Alliance. I greet the three Seniors."

Hearing this, the three quickly waved their hands in refusal. The Patriarch of Verdant Stream Ancient Sect stood up and returned the courtesy, saying, "Setting aside the immense debt of our lives, with the peerless combat prowess you displayed, how could we possibly presume to be called 'Seniors'?"

Although the battle had been brief, Eldrin Chen, under the siege of multiple opponents, had relied on the Primordial One Energy True Aura [a supreme defensive art that channels the primordial unity of energy] to withstand multiple assaults from two Late Stage Earth Immortal [cultivators at the pinnacle of the Earth Immortal realm]. The combat power he had exhibited was nothing short of astonishing.

To be perfectly honest, even with the Verdant River Ancient Sword [the supreme treasure of his sect] in hand, the Patriarch of Verdant Stream Ancient Sect likely could not claim certain victory over Eldrin Chen. Naturally, he dared not presume upon his own strength.

The Patriarch of Verdant Stream Ancient Sect bowed deeply once more, a gesture of profound respect, and spoke, "For saving our lives, there is no adequate repayment. Henceforth, should you have any command, Fellow Daoist, the three of us shall obey without hesitation, even unto death."

"Mm."

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod, then sighed with regret. "A pity. I could not save Fellow Daoist Verdant Mystery."

"My disciple... alas..."

The Patriarch of Verdant Stream Ancient Sect shook his head, his voice heavy with sorrow. "We can only blame it on his ill fortune."

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen inclined his head in acknowledgment. "This is no place to linger. First, accompany me back to the Returning Abyss Sea Region, and we shall discuss matters in detail there."

With that, the group set off together, making their way toward the Returning Abyss Sea Region.

Upon their return to the Returning Abyss Sea Region, their arrival immediately stirred the members of the Immortal Alliance who had already concluded their secluded cultivation.

Seeing that he had brought back three Earth Immortal [powerful cultivators who have transcended the mortal realm and established their own foundational world] from the Verdant Stream Ancient Sect, expressions of joy appeared on everyone's faces. Published by audio~novel.com. All rights reserved.