Chapter 1707 : The Grotto-Heaven's Fateful Battle

This is the battle for the destiny of the Ethereal Void Grotto-Heaven. Should it succeed, the strength and Deep-Seated Foundation [the profound and unshakable foundation of a cultivator's power] of the Ethereal Void Grotto-Heaven will advance to a new level.

For Jiang Daoxu, it is a battle of paramount importance.

Should this battle be lost, then naturally, all would be over, and the Ethereal Void Grotto-Heaven would fall into silence.

But should it succeed, Jiang Daoxu will rise completely, becoming one of the key decision-makers within the Ethereal Void Grotto-Heaven.

At that time, it is likely the Ethereal Void Grotto-Heaven would spare no cost to invest even more heavily in Jiang Daoxu.

For if he succeeds, and Jiang Daoxu breaks through to the Great Luo Realm in the future, the Heavenly Immortal Paragon [a supreme immortal who has reached the pinnacle of the Heavenly Immortal realm] of the Ethereal Void Grotto-Heaven would no longer need to fear encountering a Dao Tribulation [a cataclysmic heavenly trial that tests a cultivator's comprehension of the Dao].

An Immortal Domain [a self-contained realm of laws and spiritual energy created by a supreme immortal] opened by a Great Luo Golden Immortal could at least accommodate over a thousand Heavenly Immortal Paragon cultivating in peace. The Heavenly Immortal Paragon patrons of the Ethereal Void Grotto-Heaven could then, through Jiang Daoxu, completely transcend their destined calamities.

Even if they cannot break through to the Great Luo Realm, they could thenceforth enjoy eternal life and immortality. As long as the Immortal Domain endures, they would live forever.

Furthermore, the Great Dao of the Grand Luo [the supreme path of the Great Luo Golden Immortal] is a state of eternal attainment. Having transcended above the River of Time and Space, such an existence is nearly impossible to kill utterly; even if they fall, they can be reborn anew.

Therefore, securing the patronage of a single Great Luo Golden Immortal is almost equivalent to obtaining a ticket to immortality. Experience the full epic at audio-novel . com.

It is precisely for this reason that since time immemorial, any single Great Luo True Seed has invariably attracted wagers from all the major powers.

Dozens, even hundreds of Grotto-Heaven would willingly spare no cost to follow a Great Luo True Seed, pouring all their resources into aiding them through their Calamity Tribulation, for a successful bet is nothing less than a ticket to transcendence from the cycle of calamities.

In ages past, the fundamental reason the Ancient Pure Yang Grotto-Heaven staked everything, the entire sect, in its desperate bid to become a Great Luo Ancient Sect was exactly this.

Similarly, after discovering Nyssa Qu, the Immortal Clam Race has been placing continuous bets, even dispatching figures of Elder rank to provide covert protection—the root cause lies here as well.

If a single Great Luo True Seed truly succeeds in their breakthrough, it would be sufficient to allow over a thousand Heavenly Immortal Paragon to transcend their tribulations and attain a state akin to true immortality. This is a prize weighty enough to make even a Great Luo Ancient Sect stake a fortune.

"For a place like the Ethereal Void Grotto-Heaven, a Great Luo True Seed such as Jiang Daoxu might not appear once in a billion years. It is no wonder they are willing to place such heavy bets,"

Wuji Fengyun murmured softly, then turned his gaze to Eldrin Chen and said, "For a disciple of a Great Luo Ancient Sect like myself, it is one matter."

"But for one like you, who lacks a clearly defined backing force, when the time comes for you to attempt your breakthrough to the Ancient Immortals realm, it is highly likely you will attract wagers from various major powers."

"It is even probable that Great Luo Ancient Sect sects, and perhaps even the Celestial Court itself, will place their pieces upon you, aiding your charge towards the Great Luo Realm and even smoothing certain obstacles from your path."

"Of course, to accept their investment, you too must pay a certain price."

"For instance, if you were to accept the full support of the Great Luo Ancient Sect, you would likely have to cede a significant number of the quotas for sheltering Heaven Immortal [the highest tier of immortal cultivators].

If you accept the full backing of the Celestial Court [the heavenly bureaucracy governing immortals], then you would have to enter its service, be enfeoffed as a Great Luo Immortal Lord [a high-ranking title within the Celestial Court], and be obligated to act on its behalf at critical junctures."

Wuji Fengyun spoke at length, recounting the hidden intricacies of the Great Luo Realm [the supreme cultivation realm, the pinnacle of existence].

As Eldrin Chen listened to this detailed account, he gradually sank into deep contemplation, finally grasping the true structure of the Great Luo Realm.

For the Human Race Immortal Court [the celestial administration formed by humanity's most powerful immortals], and indeed for all the major powers within the Great Luo, those beneath the Great Luo realm were mere ants.

Only beings who had already attained the Great Luo Realm, or Ancient Immortal Great Power [immortals of immense age and power] who showed the potential to reach it, could capture their attention and warrant their investment, even to the point of offering substantial support.

Of course, even with the aid of such formidable factions, a breakthrough to the Great Luo realm was far from guaranteed.

In ages past, it was rumored that the Ancient Pure Yang Grotto-Heaven [a legendary paradise realm] received covert backing from the Celestial Court, yet it ultimately fell to the Zhu Yin Lineage [a mysterious and powerful faction], proving that achieving Great Luo required more than just powerful patronage.

Contemplating this, Eldrin Chen quickly suppressed his wandering thoughts and said, "We are merely at the Taiyi Realm [a high immortal realm], still far too distant from the Great Luo Realm."

"Our immediate task is to act swiftly and relieve the siege upon Ethereal Void Holy Son and his companions."

Upon hearing this, everyone nodded in agreement, their gazes turning towards the summit of the Ethereal Void Mountain Range.

At that moment, atop the Ethereal Void Mountain Range, countless Demonic Tribe forces were relentlessly assaulting the Mountain Guardian Grand Formation. In the Firmament above, a group of beings whose auras blazed like the midday sun stood imposingly.

The Five-Colored Immortal Phoenix, Solaris, the Golden Crow Imperial Son, Zhu Yan Imperial Son, and others stood side-by-side in the Firmament. As they gazed upon the Ethereal Void Mountain Range before them, a slight frown creased their brows.

Just then, a streak of light flew from within the Void and landed in the hand of the Five-Colored Immortal Phoenix.

The Five-Colored Immortal Phoenix was a woman of peerless elegance. Taking the missive with her slender hand, a furrow appeared between her brows before she sighed, "It seems we have missed our window of opportunity."

Solaris had also received the news and spoke, "The Abyssal Daoist has emerged from seclusion. As expected, he has most likely already set out to come here." Find thousands of chapters at audio—novel.com.

Clad in golden armor, the Zhu Yan Imperial Son drew an ancient bronze staff. "The time for battle is long overdue," he declared.

The Five-Colored Immortal Phoenix nodded, her voice calm yet resolute. "In the contest of our Dao Tribulation, the outcome will ultimately be decided by our own strength and methods."

With those words, she looked deep into the Void. "Fellow Daoist Eldrin, since you have arrived, why hide in the shadows?"

"It seems this battle can only be settled by a direct clash of force."

Deep within the Void [a profound state of emptiness and potential], Eldrin Chen spoke with a hint of regret.

He had hoped to use the Formation [a complex arrangement of energy nodes and patterns] to whittle down the strength of the Demonic Tribe [a powerful alliance of ancient demonic races] forces, but it was clear the several Heaven's Chosen [prodigies favored by destiny] of the Demonic Tribe were not fools. They preferred to give him a decisive battle here rather than continue to be drained.

With this thought, they could only step forward. Eldrin Chen looked at the Demonic Tribe group and said, "I am Eldrin, the Abyss, and I greet you all."

The Heaven's Chosen of the Demonic Tribe glanced at Eldrin Chen. Among them, a stunningly beautiful woman possessing the aura of the Nine-Tails [a legendary fox demon with nine tails] smiled faintly and said, "This humble one is Suyi Qingqiu. I greet Fellow Daoist Eldrin [a respectful term for a fellow cultivator]."

Eldrin Chen's eyes flickered. The Nine-Tailed Celestial Fox was one of the Innate Divine Spirit [primordial beings born with divine power] from the era of Primordial Chaos's Beginning [the primordial state before creation], its bloodline ancient and exalted beyond measure.

The progenitor of this lineage had followed the Solar Celestial Emperor in founding the Demonic Tribe, and it was now one of the Imperial Bloodline of the Demon Race [royal demonic lineages], possessing figures of the Great Emperor of the Demon Race [a supreme rank among demonic sovereigns] level. Its strength and Deep-Seated Foundation [the profound and stable base of one's cultivation] were unfathomable.

The Five-Colored Immortal Phoenix on the other side, and Solaris, the Golden Crow Imperial Son, both belonged to the Imperial Progenitor Bloodline [the founding imperial lineages] of the Demonic Tribe. The Zhu Yan Clan was also one of the supreme bloodlines of the Demonic Tribe. The opponents in this battle were unprecedentedly powerful.

Yet, despite this, Eldrin Chen felt not a shred of fear.

He took a step forward and spoke with calm authority, "The Nine-Tailed Celestial Fox, the Zhu Yan with its Imperial Blood [a royal constitution], Solaris, the Golden Crow Imperial Son, the Five-Colored Immortal Phoenix... I have heard of your illustrious names."

"Now that you have come, it is only proper that we exchange greetings."

"Clang—"

At that very moment, a primordial sword's cry, ancient as time itself, echoed from the depths of the Void.

From the heart of the Ethereal Void Mountain Range, a figure wreathed in innate Sword Qi [sword energy condensed from pure spiritual essence] soared forth. The newcomer's gaze swept over the assembled crowd, and with a casual flick, a brilliant arc of Sword Qi cleaved through the air, aimed directly at Solaris, the Golden Crow Imperial Son.

"Solaris, you have besieged This Sovereign [a title used by powerful cultivators to refer to themselves] for several Millennium [a period of one thousand years]. Today, I shall test your mettle first."

The newcomer was none other than Jiang Daoxu. The Innate Dao Ruins Sword in his hand blazed with a brilliant, annihilating light as he unleashed a slash directly towards Solaris, the Golden Crow Imperial Son.

As the most prodigious talent in the history of the Golden Crow Grotto-Heaven [a blessed realm for cultivation], Solaris, the Golden Crow's eyes flickered with a subtle light. With a snap of his fingers, a Solar Golden Bell [an enchanted artifact] soared into the sky, intercepting Jiang Daoxu's innate Sword Qi.

Then, with a sweeping motion of his sleeve, he pressed down with a crushing force. The Ancient Solar Bell descended with overwhelming might, seeking to suppress Jiang Daoxu beneath its radiant weight. Support the author by reading on audio~novel.com.