Chapter 1498 : The Dragon-Slayer's Silent Vigil

Regarding this, Eldrin Chen offered no further comment.

He slowly released a breath, cast a single glance in the direction where the Lord of the Western Abyss Dragon Palace had departed, then lowered his gaze, sinking into a profound and wordless silence.

In that moment, Eldrin Chen suddenly recalled the Divine Lord title that had been conferred upon myself—Eldrin, the Dragon-Slaying Deity.

Now it seemed that the Western Abyss Celestial Court's bestowal of this title was not merely for having slain the Lord of Thousand Dragon Lake; there appeared to be a deeper, more deliberate intent behind it.

"This Heaven's Halberd Demon-Slaying True Lord... it seems he truly wishes for me to undertake something?"

Eldrin Chen pondered silently within his heart, his gaze slowly lowering as he settled into a quiet vigil, awaiting the day Zixuan the Daoist would emerge from seclusion.

Thus, time flowed onward, its passage unmarked, until a world-shaking aura began to emanate from Zixuan the Daoist's Seclusion Chamber. A convergence of countless thunderous Dao Principles [the fundamental laws and truths of the cosmos] slowly coalesced into being.

"Success."

The moment he sensed the thunderous Dao Principles, Eldrin Chen felt a subtle sense of certainty settle within him.

With Zixuan the Daoist's foundation at the Eighth Heaven [the eighth major stage of cultivation], his chances of successfully comprehending and condensing the Taiyi Dao Principle [the Primordial Unity Dao Principle, a supreme cosmic law] were inherently high. Now, bolstered by ample preparatory treasures, his attempt to break through into the Taiyi Realm [the Primordial Unity Realm] naturally held immense promise. Visit AUDIO-NOVEL.COM to enjoy the complete series.

Indeed, that was precisely the case. Not long after, Zixuan the Daoist emerged, pushing the door open and casting a smiling gaze upon the assembled group.

Seeing this, everyone's faces lit up with joy. Kun Tian the Daoist immediately laughed and said, "Congratulations, Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for a cultivator of similar standing]. With your attainment of the Taiyi Dao Principle [the foundational principle of the Great Unity], the Heaven Immortal Realm [the realm of celestial immortals] seems but a step away."

"You flatter me, you flatter me,"

Zixuan the Daoist replied, his countenance radiant. Having mastered the Taiyi Dao Principle, his combat prowess had undergone a qualitative leap. His future status and position would be incomparable to the past.

Thinking of this, Zixuan the Daoist promptly clasped his hands in gratitude to the group. "My heartfelt thanks to all Fellow Daoist for guarding my cultivation. I am eternally grateful." He offered his thanks repeatedly, then specifically took Eldrin Chen's hand and said, "Were it not for you, brother, I fear I would have already perished at the hands of the Silent Annihilation Thunder God."

"One who accepts a task must see it through faithfully. It was merely my duty," Eldrin Chen replied calmly, a faint smile gracing his lips.

Zixuan the Daoist nodded gravely, then spoke with solemnity. "That Silent Annihilation Thunder God and I both cultivate the Great Dao [the supreme path of cultivation] of Thunder. Although his Silent Annihilation Divine Thunder [a divine thunder technique of utter silence and destruction] differs from my Violet Firmament Divine Thunder [a divine thunder technique of the violet heavens], their natures complement each other wondrously."

"When the Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic heavenly calamity] descends, a final Life and Death [a decisive battle to the death] between him and me is inevitable."

Speaking thus, Zixuan the Daoist patted Eldrin Chen on the shoulder. "Set your mind at ease. This old man will keep a close watch on the Silent Annihilation Thunder God. I will absolutely not allow him to strike against you."

"Then my heart is at peace,"

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod, a subtle wave of relief washing over him internally.

This time, he had antagonized Silent Annihilation Thunder God. While he didn't believe Silent Annihilation Thunder God would necessarily act against him personally, having Zixuan the Daoist standing at the forefront would shoulder the majority of the pressure.

As long as the Supreme Unity Thunder Abyss Myriad Tribulations Sword remained concealed, Eldrin Chen believed the situation was, for the time being, secure.

Following Zixuan the Daoist's breakthrough, the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea gained another Great Power [a cultivator of immense strength and influence] of the Taiyi Realm. Consequently, the Violet Firmament Dao Palace ascended into the ranks of the most supreme Blessed Land [a place of profound spiritual energy and fortune].

To celebrate this ascension, the Violet Firmament Dao Palace hosted a grand banquet, inviting several dozen Immortal [beings who have transcended mortality through cultivation]. As the one who had safeguarded his breakthrough, Zixuan the Daoist personally presented Eldrin Chen with a precious gift of gratitude.

After the festivities concluded, Eldrin Chen recalled the matter concerning the Flowing Fire Star Palace and proceeded to inform Zixuan the Daoist about Separated Flame Deity.

Upon hearing the account, Zixuan the Daoist's gaze instantly turned icy. "Brother, you endured countless hardships to finally trap and slay the Lord of the Flowing Fire Palace in that great battle," he stated coldly. "And now, this Separated Flame Deity dares to think he can simply swoop in and claim the spoils?"

"Set your mind at ease. Leave this matter to me."

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen spoke up with concern. "That Separated Flame Deity was the foremost Ascendant Immortal [an immortal who has ascended to a higher state of being] in the Western Abyss Sea a million years ago. Even though you, Brother, have now broken through to the Taiyi Realm, capturing him will likely be no easy feat."

"Moreover, barring any unforeseen calamity, once he accumulates sufficient Mana [spiritual power and essence] and reaches perfection in another two hundred thousand years, he will be able to forge his Primordial Foundation [the supreme foundational state for an immortal]. Should that come to pass, the balance of power could reverse in an instant."

"If you, Elder Brother, were to rashly antagonize him on my account, it would be somewhat inappropriate," Zixuan the Daoist remarked, a slight frown creasing his brow as he fell into thoughtful contemplation.

He understood the logic in Eldrin Chen's words. This Separated Flame Deity had established the Ninefold Heavens and had once even stepped into the Forbidden Realm. Such a figure, so long as he did not meet an untimely end, possessed a near-certain chance of cultivating a single Primordial Foundation [the most perfect and powerful foundation for a cultivator's path] even without relying on external aids.

And once a single Primordial Foundation was achieved, his combat prowess would undoubtedly far surpass that of an ordinary Half-Step Celestial Immortal [a cultivator who has reached the peak of the mortal realm, half a step into immortality].

His estimated strength would likely brush against the threshold of a dual Primordial Foundation. Against a Half-Step Celestial Immortal with a single Primordial Foundation, like the Lord of the Flowing Fire Star Palace, he could probably Fighting One Against Two [engage in combat against two opponents of similar strength simultaneously] with ease.

Although Zixuan the Daoist was somewhat stronger, he was likely still far from being a match for the Separated Flame Deity. Contemplating this, Zixuan the Daoist could not help but ask, "Then what do you plan to do?"

Eldrin Chen pondered briefly before replying, "This person sent a formal visiting card, observing all proper etiquette. This shows he is not without wisdom." Enjoyed this chapter? Read more at audio-novel dot com.

"There is no harm in us first meeting him to see if we can reach an agreement."

Upon hearing this, Ignatius the Daoist nodded in agreement. "The Flowing Fire Star Palace has been established for tens of millions of years. Forcing our way in with our current strength would indeed demand a heavy price."

"If we can negotiate terms with the Separated Flame Deity and join forces, our chances of success would be significantly greater."

A faint smile touched Eldrin Chen's lips. "Then I shall send a reply, inviting him to the Abyssal Sea Region for a meeting." Having decided to meet the Separated Flame Deity, Eldrin Chen immediately dispatched a letter in response.

Afterwards, Eldrin Chen led the group back into the Abyssal Sea Region and quietly awaited the arrival of the Separated Flame Deity.

He did not have to wait long. Upon receiving the letter, the Separated Flame Deity hurriedly made her way to the Abyssal Sea Region.

On this day within the Abyssal Sea Region, Eldrin Chen stood shoulder to shoulder with Lyra Jiang and Zixuan the Daoist, calmly awaiting the arrival of the Separated Flame Deity.

They had not waited long before they saw a fiery cloud rolling across the horizon, arriving before the assembled group. "A woman?"

The moment he saw the newcomer, Eldrin Chen's eyes narrowed slightly in contemplation.

Upon the fiery cloud stood a woman draped in light gauze. Her figure was exquisitely proportioned, even more curvaceous than that of Yvonne the Violet Consort.

"It is said the Separated Flame Deity was born from the Southern Heaven Separated Flame [a legendary celestial fire of the southern heavens]. I never imagined she would be a woman." Eldrin Chen exchanged a glance with Zixuan the Daoist, both revealing a trace of surprise.

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen rose and clasped his hands in greeting. "I am Eldrin, the Abyss. Might our visitor be the Separated Flame Divine Lord?" "Indeed, I am."

The Separated Flame Deity spoke softly. She looked at Eldrin Chen, a flicker of astonishment in her eyes, and then said, "Such a pure Pure Yang Celestial Flame [a supreme flame embodying pure yang energy]. Does Fellow Daoist Eldrin perhaps walk the Pure Yang Great Dao [the Great Dao of Pure Yang, a fundamental cosmic principle]?"

"I have merely glimpsed its surface. Compared to the Divine Lord's mastery of the Southern Separated Celestial Flame [the Celestial Flame of the Southern Separation], my understanding of this Great Dao [a supreme cosmic principle or cultivation path] is far from profound." Published by AUDIO-NOVEL.COM. All rights reserved.