Chapter 1684 : Veil of Destiny and Divine Abyss

They must either possess an Innate Spiritual Treasure [a primordial treasure born of heaven and earth, capable of stabilizing and suppressing the fortune of a lineage or individual] to stabilize their fortune, or have a figure at the Great Luo [the supreme realm of cultivation, representing the pinnacle of existence] level behind them, willing to pay an immense price to condense fortune on their behalf.

Ronan Luo pondered deeply, yet dared not confirm what kind of power truly stood behind Eldrin Chen.

Neither he nor Xuan Qi the Daoist could see through Eldrin Chen, their expressions turning grave as they communicated via voice transmission: "In this conquest of the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea, they have gathered the fortune of an entire celestial domain unto themselves, and there are hints of an Innate Spiritual Treasure stabilizing their destiny."

"If they can truly sweep through the Dao Tribulation [a cataclysmic heavenly trial that tests one's cultivation and destiny] and defeat a Protagonist of the Dao Tribulation [a figure of immense destiny who is a central figure in a great heavenly tribulation], then their future prospects would be truly boundless."

The two continued their silent exchange, a myriad of thoughts and emotions flashing through their minds in the blink of an eye.

At that moment, Eldrin Chen surveyed the assembly, his expression calm as he spoke. "Esteemed colleagues, now that you have all digested the spoils of war, it is time to plan our next move regarding the Six Celestial Domains of the Western Pole."

His words came as no surprise to those gathered.

Having secured the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea, the logical next step was indeed to formulate further plans, to aim for sweeping dominance across the great avenues of power.

Seeing everyone nod in agreement, Eldrin Chen swept his sleeve, causing a map of the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea to materialize. A ripple of intent flashed in his eyes. "This is the current state of the conflict within the Six Celestial Domains of the Western Pole. Please, examine it."

As the map of the Six Celestial Domains of the Western Pole solidified, the intricate political and territorial landscape of those six domains gradually unfolded before them. Published by @udio-novel.com. All rights reserved.

Everyone looked up, and after studying the map for a moment, their expressions grew solemn.

The vast Six Celestial Domains of the Western Pole are comprised of six great celestial domains: the Pure Yang Celestial Domain, the Western Pole Celestial Domain, the Nether Abyss Purgatory Sea, the Great Desert Celestial Sands Domain, the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea, and the Hundred Spirits Ancestral Domain.

Among them, the Pure Yang Celestial Domain is the foremost domain of the Human Race. With the Pure Yang Grotto-Heaven [a supreme immortal sanctuary] suppressing all malevolent spirits and demons, naturally, no other force dares to enter the Dao Tribulation [a cataclysmic conflict ordained by fate] within its borders.

The Nether Abyss Purgatory Sea is the Hell of the Demon Race, its power unfathomably deep.

The Great Desert Celestial Sands Domain is the territory of the Buddhist Sect orthodoxy. As its strength ranks last among the Six Celestial Domains of the Western Pole, several Great Luo [a supreme realm of cultivation] powers have made their moves within it.

The Hundred Spirits Ancestral Domain is the domain of the Hundred Clans of Immortal Spirits. Although they stand united to resist the Three Great Immortal Courts, the four Grotto-Heaven [immortal paradises] within the Hundred Spirits Ancestral Domain belong to different factions, making its internal situation far from tranquil.

The Western Pole Celestial Domain, meanwhile, is a land where three major Grotto-Heaven belonging to the Human, Demon God [a powerful demonic cultivation realm], and other races rise together, making it the most chaotic region within the Six Celestial Domains of the Western Pole.

In this ongoing Dao Tribulation, the Western Pole Celestial Domain remains the epicenter of turmoil. A full nine major powers have entered the tribulation there, and there is even one suspected to be the Protagonist of the Dao Tribulation [the central figure destined to shape the tribulation's outcome].

Since the outbreak of this Dao Tribulation, among the six celestial domains, the Nether Abyss Purgatory Sea has maintained an aura of mystery. The tribulations within the Hundred Spirits Ancestral Domain, the Pure Yang Celestial Domain, and the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea have already reached their conclusion.

However, the conflicts within the Great Desert Celestial Sands Domain and the Western Pole Celestial Domain remain locked in a fierce and unresolved stalemate.

Particularly in the Western Pole Celestial Domain [the westernmost of the celestial realms], the existence suspected to be the Protagonist of the Dao Tribulation [the central figure destined to lead or embody the great cosmic upheaval] from the Divine Race [a powerful race of divine beings] has displayed a power that seems capable of sweeping all before it. Even the Great White Grotto-Heaven [a major immortal sanctuary] has suffered unprecedented devastation.

The Pure Yang Grotto-Heaven [a sanctuary of pure yang energy] dispatched over one hundred Half-Step Celestial Immortal [cultivators on the very cusp of achieving true Celestial Immortality] to provide aid, yet the situation remains firmly in the enemy's favor.

After reviewing the intelligence, everyone present fell into a contemplative silence.

After a moment, Qiyuan Chen spoke. "Within the Western Pole Celestial Domain, the one from the Tai Cang Divine Clan [the Primordial Vastness Divine Clan] has already allied with the Demon and God Races [the collective forces of demonic and divine beings], creating a tide that engulfs everything in its path."

"Even the combined might of the Pure Yang Grotto-Heaven, the Great White Grotto-Heaven, and the two Great Luo Ancient Sect [ancient sects of immense power and heritage] is at an absolute disadvantage. They can only hold on, barely, by relying on their Mountain Guardian Grand Formation [a supreme defensive formation that draws upon the power of the land]."

"If we do not go to their aid, and allow that Protagonist of the Dao Tribulation to crush those four great powers, our own position will become increasingly precarious."

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly.

In this Dao Tribulation [the great cosmic cataclysm that reshapes fate and destiny], the number of Human Race Great Luo Ancient Sect that entered the fray within the Six Celestial Domains of the Western Pole [the six major realms constituting the Western Pole region] was a mere five.

Among these five Human Race Ancient Sect, one was a Buddhist Sect Ancient Sect. It naturally chose to make its move within the Great Desert Celestial Sands Domain [the celestial domain of endless desert sands].

Of the remaining four Great Luo Ancient Sect, the Celestial Web Ancient Sect [the Ancient Sect of the Heavenly Net] and the Eternal Sun Clan chose the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea [the Divine Abyss Sea of the Western Qi]. The final two—the Tai Geng Sword Sect [the Primordial Geng Metal Sword Sect] and the Wind Cloud Dao Palace—went to the Western Pole Celestial Domain.

As for the remaining three Celestial Domains—the Nether Abyss Purgatory Sea, the Myriad Spirits Ancestral Domain, and the Pure Yang Celestial Domain—their situations are relatively stable and not suitable for placing pieces. Therefore, no Human Race Ancient Sect has established a foothold there.

In comparison, the Western Pole Celestial Domain, where the Human, Demon God [a powerful demonic entity that has attained a god-like state of cultivation], and Divine races stand in a tripartite balance, is even more chaotic than the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea.

If that were all, it might be manageable. The most critical factor, however, is that within the Western Pole Celestial Domain, a Great Luo [a supreme cultivation realm, the pinnacle before attaining true immortality] True Seed from the Tai Cang Divine Clan has entered the tribulation.

This individual's talent is far too dazzling. In his very first battle after entering the tribulation, he suppressed the First Divine Son of the Golden Radiance Grotto-Heaven with a single palm strike.

In his second battle, he defeated a peerless genius from the White Tiger Grotto-Heaven in three moves, thoroughly subduing him and two other direct descendants of the Great Luo demonic bloodline from the White Tiger Grotto-Heaven.

In his third battle, he executed the Chief Sword Scion, upon whom the Great White Grotto-Heaven had placed great hopes, in nine moves. Afterwards, he single-handedly fought nine Holy Sons-level figures from the Great White Grotto-Heaven, the Long Geng Sword Sect, and the Wind Cloud Dao Palace. After a thousand exchanges, he defeated them all. Find this and other novels at audio-novel-dot-com.

Even more terrifying, when a Heavenly Immortal Paragon [a supreme expert who has ascended to the Heavenly Immortal realm] from the Great White Grotto-Heaven struck in bitter hatred, he too fell to this person's hand.

"To execute a supreme Dual Taiyi Foundation [a cultivator who has perfected two supreme foundational cultivation paths] like the Venus [a sword technique named after the Morning Star] Sword Scion in nine moves, and to remain undefeated even against a joint assault by nine Holy Sons-level figures..."

"It seems this Tai Cang Imperial Son is most likely one of the ten Protagonists of the Dao Tribulation [individuals destined by fate to be central figures in the great cosmic tribulation]."

Eldrin Chen spoke slowly, his expression one of utmost gravity.

Upon hearing this, Zixuan the Daoist's expression also turned grave.

With their current strength at the Triple Taiyi Foundation [a supreme foundational stage where one's cultivation base is refined to an unparalleled level of purity and power], they were confident they could defeat a joint assault from nine opponents of Holy Sons [elite disciples groomed to be future leaders of major sects] caliber, but it would undoubtedly be a pyrrhic victory.

If their foes wielded Taiyi Immortal Weapon [a supreme-grade immortal artifact of immense power] or had mastered Profound Grade Divine Ability [a heaven-defying mystical technique of the highest order], then they estimated they could only defeat five or six such opponents.

Yet, this Tai Cang Imperial Son had displayed an unstoppable, peerless momentum from the very moment he entered this tribulation. His combat prowess was likely far beyond what any ordinary Triple Taiyi Foundation cultivator could match.

Contemplating this, Zixuan the Daoist mused thoughtfully, "Within the Three Thousand Immortal Domains [the vast cosmos comprising three thousand realms of immortal cultivation], a Great Luo Golden Immortal [a supreme immortal who has attained the pinnacle of the Golden Immortal realm] may be honored as an Immortal Lord [a title for a lord among immortals]."

"However, those qualified to become an Imperial Lord [a sovereign lord ruling over a celestial court] of a Celestial Court [a heavenly palace governing a vast region of the immortal realms] are all existences who have reached the Quasi-Sage [a realm bordering on sagehood, one step below becoming a true Sage] realm."

"Thus, within an Immortal Domain, titles such as Great Luo Immortal Lord, Quasi-Sage Imperial Lord, and Mixed Origin Celestial Emperor [the highest sovereign title for an emperor among celestials] exist. For this Tai Cang Imperial Son to be revered as an Imperial Son [a crown prince of a celestial court], his strength is undoubtedly profound and unfathomable."

Upon hearing this, Divine Lord Glaze also spoke with immense gravity, "Only by stepping into the Forbidden Realm [a legendary state of power that defies conventional cultivation limits] does one earn the right to be honored as an Imperial Son."

"This individual's power has likely transcended the Nine Calamities [the nine great heavenly tribulations that mark the peak of the Golden Immortal path] and stepped into the Forbidden Realm."

Seeing this, Ronan Luo also gave a slight nod. "The Tai Cang Clan, they are the lineage descended from the Tai Cang Divine Emperor of the ancient Primordial Divine Court [the primordial heavenly court that ruled at the dawn of creation]."

"And that Tai Cang Divine Emperor, he is one of the nine Great Deity Emperors of the Primordial Divine Court. His cultivation has reached the Quasi-Sage realm, making him one of the first batch of Divine Spirits from the era of Primordial Chaos's Beginning during the Primordial Era."

"He is of the same generation as the Primordial Beginning Divine Sovereign, ranking among the most ancient existences within the Three Thousand Immortal Domains."

"This individual is a direct descendant of the Tai Cang Clan and has been conferred the noble title of Imperial Son. He is undoubtedly the most dazzling rising star of the Tai Cang Imperial Clan." Immerse yourself in the complete world at audio-novel dot com.