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 realm of cultivation and immortality].

Even though Lyra Jiang had summoned several allies from the Crimson Dragon Sea, they were still mired in a bitter and protracted battle. Lyra Jiang herself had suffered grievous wounds, and the remaining combatants were all in dire straits.

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod to his consorts, then tossed a Cloud-Patterned Immortal Pill [a supreme-grade pill for healing severe injuries] to Xander Chen and said.

"You have done well. Go and tend to your wounds now. Leave the rest to your father."

"Eldrin, the Junior!"

Seeing that Eldrin Chen did not even glance his way, Crimson Dragon Scion roared in fury and indignation.

With a thunderous bellow, he brought his Crimson Dragon World-Startling Halberd cleaving down from the heavens. The strike resembled a World Creation Supreme Celestial Halberd [a divine halberd technique of ultimate, world-sundering power], intent on annihilation.

Facing this devastating blow, Eldrin Chen remained utterly unperturbed.

He carefully shielded the Divine Soul [the spiritual core of a cultivator, housing their consciousness and power] of Xander Qing Chen in his palm. Then, with a single flick of his finger against the shaft of the Crimson Dragon World-Startling Halberd, a clear, ringing chime echoed. The mighty halberd was sent hurtling backwards.

Having done this, Eldrin Chen glanced at Xander Qing Chen and said, "Rest now in peace. Your father will settle the accounts on your behalf." Read the full novel exclusively on audio . novel . com.

As the words fell, Eldrin Chen took a single step forward. The Heavenly Separated Twin Swords were already weaving through the air, slashing towards Crimson Dragon Scion.

Seeing the Heavenly Separated Twin Swords cleaving towards him, Crimson Dragon Scion's expression turned slightly cold. He then summoned a Nine Dragons Coiling Ancient Bell [a defensive treasure depicting nine coiling dragons], intending to block the assault of the twin swords.

"The Crimson Dragon Immortal-Suppressing Bell [a legendary bell said to subdue even celestial beings]!"

Eldrin Chen's eyes flickered. From between his brows shot forth a Treasure Mirror shimmering with Yin-Yang Magnetic Immortal Light [a divine light capable of attracting and repelling based on the principles of Yin and Yang]. In the span of a single glance, it had already captured and drawn away the Crimson Dragon Immortal-Suppressing Bell.

"Disastrous!"

Witnessing his treasure being seized, Crimson Dragon Scion was utterly shocked.

This Crimson Dragon World-Suppressing Bell was forged from Dragon-Patterned Crimson Gold [a rare metal imbued with draconic patterns], its defensive power ranking among the top even within the Late Stage Immortal Ascension Realm [the penultimate major stage of cultivation before true immortality]. He never imagined it would be countered by the Mirror of Yin, Yang, and Void [a mystical mirror that manipulates the fundamental forces of creation and nothingness], captured in a mere instant.

With his Bodyguard Supreme Treasure [a cultivator's primary defensive artifact] suddenly taken, Crimson Dragon Scion had no time to summon another treasure in his haste. He could only attempt to dodge, but his speed was no match for the Heavenly Separated Twin Swords.

A sharp *shriek* of sword intent echoed. The Heavenly Separated Twin Swords pierced through the Void [the empty space between realities, a concept in advanced spatial manipulation arts] and arrived. They crossed paths, shearing through half of his physical body.

"Aaaargh—!"

Suddenly suffering a grievous wound, Crimson Dragon Scion let out a piercing shriek of agony.

This Crimson Dragon Scion proved worthy of his status as a Pinnacle Immortal [the highest echelon of immortal cultivators]. Even having lost his Bodyguard Supreme Treasure [a paramount defensive artifact], he managed, in that desperate moment, to summon forth a Crimson Jade Seal to parry the relentless onslaught of the Heavenly Separated Twin Swords.

Yet, grievously wounded, a flicker of primal fear finally surfaced in the Crimson Dragon Scion's eyes.

Thoughts of avenging his three sons vanished. His sole intent now was flight. But Eldrin Chen would never grant him that mercy.

With a mere flick of his sleeve, Eldrin Chen unleashed the Three Thousand Stars. The treasure soared, unfolding into a cosmos of stars spanning countless Li-lengths, enveloping the heavens and the earth, sealing all within its boundless grasp.

This Three Thousand Stars was once the paramount treasure of the ancient Nine Heavens Star Deity, its grade ranking among the supreme Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure [the pinnacle class of immortal artifacts].

Its power lay not in direct slaughter, but in the art of Formation [mystical arrays and spatial manipulation]. By activating it now to seal the Void [the fabric of space itself], Eldrin Chen severed all paths of retreat for the Crimson Dragon Scion.

With the stage thus set, Eldrin Chen spoke, his voice a calm, final decree. "Since you sought a conclusion, today you shall have it."

"BOOM—"

In that instant, Eldrin Chen moved.

Simultaneously urging his Heavenly Separated Twin Swords to slash forward, he took a great stride, transforming into a billion-zhang-length [one Zhang-length equals three point three three meters] Primordial Chaos True Body to strike his formidable foe.

With his current power, Eldrin Chen dared not claim parity with a Half-Step Earth Immortal Realm expert, but he had far surpassed the ordinary Ninth Level of Ascension to Immortality. Two or three average Late Stage Immortal Ascension Realm cultivators might not even 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 be able to contend with him, let alone a mere Crimson Dragon Scion.

Had the Crimson Dragon Scion brought the Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure 'Crimson Dragon Heaven-Scorching Sword', he might have barely resisted and found 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 Scion was grievously wounded, utterly stripped of any capacity to fight back.

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A few moves later, Eldrin Chen finally seized his opportunity, unleashing the Heaven-Severing Twin Swords Union.

In that instant, a blazing white sword radiance pierced through everything, ultimately pinning and slaying the Crimson Dragon Scion within the Void [the formless, boundless emptiness that precedes existence].

With his dying breath, the Crimson Dragon Scion roared in bitter resentment, "Eldrin, the Junior, you may slay This Sovereign [a royal self-reference used by powerful beings], but the day will come when vengeance is wrought upon you!"

"Oh?"

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen's eyes flickered with a subtle shift.

He did not voice his question. Instead, he channeled his power, causing the Heavenly Separated Twin Swords to churn violently one last time, utterly annihilating the Immortal Embryo [the nascent immortal form within a cultivator] of Crimson Dragon Scion before finally ceasing.

"Disaster."

Witnessing this scene, the remaining few Dragon Race members of the Crimson Dragon Lineage felt their hearts lurch in their chests.

Positioned farther away, they had not been trapped by the Three Thousand Stars. Seeing the dire turn of events, they immediately began to flee for their lives.

The Deity Race forces stationed even further away watched as Crimson Dragon Scion was slain, their expressions shifting dramatically with alarm. Without a word, Purple Radiance Deity gathered the various deities of the Deity Race and withdrew from the battlefield.

Those on the periphery—Six Stars, Refining Void, Ignatius, Ancestor Black Tortoise, and Master of the Drifting Snow Palace among other Immortal [beings who have ascended to immortality]—managed to extricate themselves and swiftly converged on the scene.

Not waiting for the others to speak, Eldrin Chen declared directly, "First, we hunt down the remnants of the Crimson Dragon Clan. We can discuss everything else upon our return."

As his words fell, Eldrin Chen surged 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 group, the Crimson Blood Dragon-Serpent, the Nine-Headed Hydra Dragon, and two other True Dragon [dragons of pure and ancient lineage] at the Early Stage Ascendant Immortal Realm were all slain.

Only the Supreme Void Black Dragon [a legendary dragon of immense power] wielded the innate talent of Void [the profound art of manipulating the void], traversing through the Void [the empty space between realms] to flee into the heart of Crimson Dragon Island [a legendary island domain].

The pursuing host followed its trail all the way to Crimson Dragon Island [the legendary island domain], where they finally came to a halt.

Eldrin Chen gazed upon Crimson Dragon Island [the legendary island domain], a trace of solemn gravity flickering in his eyes.

Upon that Crimson Dragon Island [legendary island domain], a resplendent Immortal Sword [a divine weapon of immortal rank] had transformed into a coiling Crimson Dragon [a mighty dragon of crimson scales], radiating an arrogance that defied heaven and earth.

"The Crimson Dragon Heaven-Scorching Sword!"

Six Stars Immortal murmured, recognizing this Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure [a treasure of the highest immortal rank] whose fame shook the Crimson Dragon Sea [the vast sea region]. He could not help but ask, "Shall we make our move?"

"There is no need."

Eldrin Chen shook his head, his gaze profound and distant as he spoke, "This Crimson Dragon Heaven-Scorching Sword [the legendary divine sword] possesses a keen spiritual sentience; it does not appear 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 his words, the assembled Immortals exchanged uneasy glances.

The Sky Feather Immortal [an immortal being associated with celestial winds] paled slightly, a flicker of hesitation crossing his features as he inquired, "The spiritual resonance of the Crimson Dragon Heaven-Scorching Sword [a legendary sword imbued with the power of a crimson dragon] is so potent. Could it be that the Crimson Dragon Ancient Ancestor [the primordial progenitor of the crimson dragon lineage] still lives?"

Eldrin Chen offered no reply. His gaze fell upon the increasingly frail Xander Qing Chen in his arms. Turning, he spoke with finality, "Wait a few more years. I shall take action myself and sever this karmic entanglement once and for all."

With those words, Eldrin Chen spoke no more. He strode away, his figure dissolving into the vast expanse where sky met sea.

The Purple Tenuity Island [a major island within the Crimson Dragon Sea] within the Crimson Dragon Sea [a vast and perilous sea domain] ranks among the largest of the Immortal Island [islands suffused with potent spiritual energy, often homes to powerful cultivators or clans] in that region.

Its expanse is boundless, vaster even than some primordial continents of the wild lands.

Upon this ancient and spirit-rich island, within an age-old immortal lake, grew a solitary Verdant Lotus [a mystical lotus plant of profound spiritual purity and vitality].

Beside the Verdant Lotus, Eldrin Chen, Lyra Jiang, and the Verdant Consort [a powerful being associated with verdant life and nature] stood in silence, their expressions a tapestry of complex emotions.

The Verdant Consort gazed at the Verdant Lotus, unable to suppress her doubt. "Will this truly succeed?" she asked, her voice barely a whisper. Read the full novel exclusively on audio-novel.com.