Chapter 1321 : Alliance of the Ascendant Immortals

The Sun Consort let out a sigh of relief and spoke with a smile, "To have brought back these three, it seems we still have a fighting chance in the upcoming battle."

Eldrin Chen nodded and led the group into the Great Hall.

He surveyed the assembled immortals and found that after nearly three thousand years apart, most within the Immortal Alliance had already digested their gains from the previous conflict.

With the exception of Exquisite Jiang, all the immortals of the Immortal Alliance had emerged from seclusion, and their progress was substantial.

The Sun Consort, having refined the Mid-Grade World-Opening Treasure Violet Firmament Thunder Dragon Mace, saw her cultivation base remain at its current level, yet her spiritual power had grown significantly.

Two new combatants at the Earth Immortal [a powerful immortal who has opened their own inner world] level had emerged. The first was naturally the Heaven Wind Path Master, and the second was the Verdant Consort.

After refining the Path Source [the condensed origin of a cultivator's path] from the Purple Radiance Thunder Dragon Patriarch and the Grand Granary Black Fish, the Verdant Consort had mastered both the World-Opening True Body [a divine physique capable of creating worlds] and the Polarity [the fundamental principle of opposing forces] rules. Her combat prowess had now stepped into the realm of an Eight Tribulations Immortal.

Among those with Half-Step Earth Immortal [a cultivator on the verge of becoming a full Earth Immortal] combat strength, Kael Chen and the Eastern Sovereign had seen their power surge dramatically. Both possessed a Great Encompassing Foundation [an exceptionally broad and stable cultivation foundation], allowing them to step directly into the Six Tribulations Immortal realm upon their breakthrough to the Half-Step Earth Immortal Realm.

The Moon Consort and the Star Consort had elevated their cultivation foundations into the Five Tribulations Immortal realm. However, each possessed a World-Opening Supreme Treasure [a supreme-grade treasure capable of world creation], making their combat strength half a step stronger than that of Kael Chen and Energy Abyss Chen.

Beyond these Half-Step Earth Immortal combatants from three millennia ago, the Immortal Alliance had gained one new member at this level: the long-established Six Stars Immortal. For more chapters, visit audio~novel.com for the complete novel.

Since the great war began, Six Stars Immortal has refined four Superior Grade Path Source [a supreme-grade source of primordial path energy]. His accumulated foundation finally became sufficient, and three hundred years ago, he comprehended the Stellar Rule [the fundamental law governing stars and celestial bodies].

Ethan Chen broke through to the Ascendant Immortal 7th Tier [the seventh level of the Ascendant Immortal realm], Literature Abyss Lu broke through to the Ascendant Immortal 7th Tier, and Alistair Ye broke through to the Ascendant Immortal 6th Tier. All three have attained combat power rivaling the Ascendant Immortal 9th Tier [the ninth and peak level of the Ascendant Immortal realm].

Alistair Ye is particularly noteworthy. Although he became an Immortal [a being who has transcended mortality] most recently, he is a Five Spiritual Roots [a cultivator possessing spiritual roots attuned to all five elements] Immortal who simultaneously cultivates Three Path Fruits [three distinct Path Fruits, representing mastery over multiple cultivation paths].

He follows the path of cultivating the Five Elements [Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth], having mastered five types of Primordial Solar Path Principles [fundamental laws associated with the primordial sun]: the Blazing Third Fire [a divine ability of the third-rank celestial fire], Positive Water [the essence of pure, yang-aligned water], Metallic Gold [the quintessential essence of the metal element], Bulwark Earth [the essence of steadfast, defensive earth], and First Wood [the essence of the primary, life-giving wood element].

Furthermore, he merged these five Path Principles [fundamental truths of a cultivation path] into one, comprehending the Five Elements Primordial Solar Path Principles [the unified law of the five elements under the primordial sun]. His foundational strength is not much inferior to that of Exquisite Jiang in her early days.

Beyond these individuals, nearly all the Immortal who were part of the Immortal Alliance [a coalition of immortal cultivators] at the war's outset have now reached mid-to-late stage Ascendant Immortal [the realm above Earth Immortal] cultivation.

Figures like the Lord of the Path Palace, Kunpeng Demon Sage, Heaven Abandoned Lin, Support Revive Chen, and the Melancholy Inscription Lord [a title meaning 'Lord of Melancholic Inscriptions'] all have cultivation at the seventh or eighth tier of Ascendant Immortal, and they also possess combat power rivaling the Ascendant Immortal 9th Tier.

Over these several millennia, the Immortal Alliance has welcomed twenty-seven newly ascended Immortal. Eleven of them hail from the Chen Immortal Clan, with the majority originating from the lineage of the third elder, Worthy Longevity Chen.

"Unconsciously, nearly ten thousand years have passed since the Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic era of heavenly ordained calamity] erupted."

"Our Returning Abyss Immortal Alliance now boasts nearly one hundred Immortal."

Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly, a faint sigh of relief escaping his lips.

Nearly ten thousand years had passed since the outbreak of the Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic era of conflict and upheaval]. The cultivators of the Immortal Alliance [a grand coalition of immortal sects and clans] had been replaced in wave after wave. While the vast majority had perished within the crucible of the Great Tribulation, a select few had risen to prominence amidst its chaos.

Over these past ten millennia, the Immortal Alliance had seen the ascension of more than thirty to forty new Immortal [beings who have transcended mortality and attained immortality]. All were natives of the Immortal Realm [the primary realm where the story takes place], a number that surpassed the total of new Immortals who had emerged over the previous tens of thousands of years combined.

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod, yet a trace of solemnity still lingered in his expression.

Thousand Dragon Lake was an exceptionally powerful Blessed Land [a region of profound spiritual energy and natural treasures]. It was home to over a thousand Demon Immortal [demonic beings who have attained immortality] True Dragon [the most powerful and noble lineage of dragon-kind]. Even after enduring fierce battles and suffering losses exceeding half its forces, it still retained over five hundred Demon Immortal True Dragons.

The forces currently mustered by the Immortal Alliance seemed insufficient to face such a foe.

Contemplating this, Eldrin Chen recounted the events of his journey to the assembled group and then declared, "The great battle at the Verdant Stream Ancient Sect has concluded. Barring unforeseen circumstances, once the Thousand Dragon Lake has regrouped and replenished its strength, it will march its armies upon the Returning Abyss Sea Region."

"We shall face the onslaught of a formidable Blessed Land. This coming conflict may well prove to be the most perilous battle we will endure throughout this entire Great Tribulation."

"I urge each of you to commit yourselves fully and prepare for a protracted and arduous struggle."

The assembled Immortals listened, their expressions grave as they nodded in solemn agreement.

Seeing this, Sun Consort immediately spoke up, "In this battle, the enemy has two Late Stage Earth Immortal [cultivators who have reached the advanced stage of the Earth Immortal realm] and a vast number of Treasure Ship [large, enchanted vessels used for transport and warfare] and troops. It will not be easy for us to resist them."

"Fortunately, you have already severely damaged the Thousand Dragon Ancient Ship and seized three of its World-Ending Cannon [cataclysmic siege weapons of immense destructive power]. We have removed our greatest threat."

"Even so, to contend with three Earth Immortal Patriarch [powerful clan leaders at the Earth Immortal realm], we must still muster every ounce of our strength."

Eldrin Chen also nodded, his expression calm as he stated, "I have already notified Earth Spring Patriarch and Great Mystery Divine Spirit. With the assistance of the three from the Verdant Stream Ancient Sect, it is a situation where 'if the lips are gone, the teeth will feel the cold' [a proverb meaning when one party falls, the other is endangered]. I believe those two will be willing to lend us their aid."

Hearing his words, the others felt a slight sense of reassurance settle in their hearts.

From the current situation, with the combat power of Eldrin Chen and the Patriarch of Verdant Stream Ancient Sect, both at the Sixth Level Earth Immortal [the sixth tier of the Earth Immortal cultivation stage], plus the two Earth Immortal [cultivators who have ascended to the Earth Immortal realm] from the Verdant Stream Ancient Sect, along with Sun Consort, Verdant Consort, and Heaven Wind Path Master, they already possessed the strength of seven Earth Immortal-level combatants. Official source: audi novel.com. Unauthorized reproduction is prohibited.

If they could add Great Mystery Divine Spirit and Earth Spring Patriarch to their ranks, the Returning Abyss Sea Region would boast nine Earth Immortal-level fighters.

With such formidable might, it should be sufficient to contend with a single Seventh Level Earth Immortal [a cultivator at the pinnacle seventh tier of the Earth Immortal realm]. Furthermore, bolstered by the power of the Cosmic Stellar Formation [a grand defensive array that channels celestial energies], they would likely have the strength to stand their ground even if the two Late Stage Earth Immortal and the full forces of Thousand Dragon Lake descended upon them.

Considering this, the Patriarch of Verdant Stream Ancient Sect declared, "I have brought some of our Immortal Sect's foundational treasures. They can be used to further fortify the Cosmic Stellar Formation."

"Very well."

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen nodded and then produced three World-Ending Cannon [massive siege weapons of immense destructive power]. "I need to enter seclusion," he said. "Deploy these three World-Ending Cannon upon the Three Enclosures Archipelago. They may serve as a significant aid."

Everyone present nodded slightly in agreement. Verdant Consort then spoke:

"These World-Ending Cannon, spanning a million Li-length [one Li-length equals five hundred meters], are far too cumbersome to be effective against Immortal [a being who has ascended to immortality]. However, when stationed upon Immortal Isles [floating islands imbued with immortal energy], they can effectively counter World-Opening Ancient Ship [ancient vessels capable of traversing the void between worlds] and Mountain Protection Formation [defensive arrays that shield entire mountain ranges]."

"We can use these World-Ending Cannon to bombard the high-grade Treasure Ship [ships laden with spiritual treasures] of Thousand Dragon Lake, thereby lessening the pressure on our Mountain Protection Formation."

"That was precisely my thought."

Eldrin Chen nodded in affirmation. Having given his instructions, he rose and declared, "There is still some time before the conflict. I intend to enter closed-door cultivation to prepare for the coming Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic event of heavenly retribution or profound crisis]."

"During this period, I must trouble you all to oversee the Cosmic Stellar Formation [a grand defensive array that harnesses the power of the stars]."

Upon hearing his words, the assembled Immortals bowed respectfully and withdrew.

However, the three Earth Immortal [immortals whose power is anchored to the earthly realm] from the Verdant Stream Ancient Sect remained. The Patriarch of Verdant Stream Ancient Sect clasped his hands and spoke, "Observing your combat prowess, Fellow Daoist, it is clear you have already stepped into the Nine Tribulations Domain [a legendary realm of power attained by surviving nine heavenly tribulations]."

"To advance further, one must either break through to the Earth Immortal Realm [a profound state of cultivation where one's spirit merges with the earth's essence], or obtain a truly peerless and rare treasure."

"Now that Disciple Verdant Mystery has fallen in battle, I shall gift you the two Spiritual Root [a plant of immense spiritual power, often the foundation of a sect or clan] I had painstakingly gathered for him over the years. Let this serve as repayment for your life-saving grace in this conflict."

As he spoke, the Patriarch of Verdant Stream Ancient Sect retrieved from his Earth Immortal World [a pocket dimension or personal realm cultivated by an Earth Immortal] two ancient trees of awe-inspiring majesty.

Eldrin Chen cast a glance and could not help but feel a stir within. The two ancient trees were magnificent and possessed an otherworldly aura.

One of them shimmered with a Chaos Light [a primordial, formless radiance representing the state before creation], its surface etched with intricate Dao patterns. The other stood straight and towering, like a pillar reaching for the heavens themselves. Enjoyed this chapter? Read more at @udio-novel.com.