Chapter 1712 : Dragon Chariot of the Forbidden Prodigy

As his words fell, a sound like a Dragon's Roar echoed between the Heavenly Layers [the stratified realms of heaven].

From the edge of the Void [the formless emptiness beyond reality], a war chariot drawn by nine True Dragon [supreme draconic beings of immense power] approached. The chariot itself was forged from Ninth Rank Divine Metal [a legendary metal of the highest grade], radiating a terrifying power that seemed capable of shattering the Cosmos [the ordered universe].

Upon the Nine Dragons War Chariot, a figure clad in Five-Colored Immortal Armor [divine armor shimmering with the hues of the five elements] stood imposingly. He resembled a Primordial Immortal King [an ancient sovereign from the dawn of time] patrolling the heavens, possessing an aura of transcendent majesty that could suppress the mortal world.

"The Eternal Sun Clan, the True Heir of the Military School... Qiang Sun?"

Solaris murmured slowly, a flicker of surprise appearing in his gaze.

Since his last defeat and retreat from the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea, it seemed Qiang Sun had encountered another opportunity. He had now actually cultivated into the Forbidden Realm [a legendary and nearly unattainable state of power], becoming a Forbidden Prodigy [a genius who has reached the Forbidden Realm] of Imperial Son Rank [a rank denoting status and power equivalent to a prince of an empire].

"You dare to come here alone? Your courage is truly immense."

Zhu Yan Imperial Son spoke slowly, a glint of murderous intent shining in his eyes.

Gripping his Heaven-Supporting Divine Staff, he moved forward, intent on slaying Qiang Sun, but was stopped by Solaris, the Golden Crow.

Solaris, the Golden Crow looked at Qiang Sun and said, "You have already stepped into the Forbidden Realm. You could be in seclusion, breaking through to Heaven Immortal [the realm of a celestial immortal]. Yet you still dare to wade into these troubled waters today?" For the best reading experience, visit AUDIO-NOVEL.COM.

"My purpose here today is not to engage in battle with you, but to seek vengeance."

Qiang Sun showed not a trace of fear, his gaze turning icy as he declared, "I believe you might be willing to cooperate with This Sovereign."

"Cooperate?"

The Five-Colored Immortal Phoenix spoke, a ripple of interest stirring in its eyes.

That Qiang Sun nodded, his gaze filled with killing intent as he looked towards the Ethereal Void Mountain Range and said, "Years ago, when Abyssal Daoist was celebrating his longevity, This Sovereign personally went to offer congratulations, only to be ambushed and wounded by his son on Abyssal Daoist's orders."

"Later, when This Sovereign entered a tribulation in the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea, that Eldrin, the Junior showed no regard for our shared lineage and conspired with the Celestial Web Ancient Sect to trap and kill This Sovereign."

"If not for This Sovereign's quick perception and a Spatial Supreme Treasure in my possession, I would have perished within the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea."

"Such enmity cannot exist under the same sky. Today, I come to wash away this shame."

Qiang Sun spoke each word deliberately, the fury and murderous intent in his eyes blazing like fire.

Upon hearing this, the assembled figures exchanged glances, clearly possessing some knowledge of these events.

Upon hearing this, the nine Celestial Foxes giggled and sent a mental message to Five-Colored Immortal Phoenix and the others: "We heard that this True Heir of the Military School was once on Abyssal Ruins Mountain, where Second Son of the Chen Clan stomped on his face with a single foot before tens of thousands of guests."

"Such a profound humiliation is unbearable for anyone, let alone for one who is an Imperial Son-level Heaven's Chosen [a prodigy favored by destiny]."

"Moreover, for both the Military School Sacred Land and the Eternal Sun Clan, this represents an intolerable disgrace."

"Especially for the Military School Sacred Land. This lineage ranks third among the Human Race's various Sacred Land [places of immense spiritual power and learning]. They have always emphasized forging ahead without hesitation and achieving clarity of mind. Qiang Sun is innately arrogant and proud; it is remarkable that he endured until today before making his move."

Seeing this, Verdant Sun Imperial Son spoke up at the opportune moment: "During the previous assault on the Purple Tenuity Grotto-Heaven [a mystical realm of profound power], we were greatly aided by Fellow Daoist Sun informing me of the flaws in their defensive formation. Otherwise, it might have taken us a full Millennium [a period of one thousand years] to breach it."

Hearing these words, the assembled group felt a noticeable easing of tension.

Solaris, the Golden Crow then inquired, "Since you, Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for a fellow cultivator], have come to lend your aid, you must have brought some trump cards with you."

Qiang Sun did not reply directly. Instead, he drew from his sleeve six dazzling, extraordinary pearls.

These six pearls were utterly extraordinary. Each was wreathed in Innate Qi [the primordial energy present at the birth of the universe] and shimmered with one of six distinct Innate Mystic Light [primordial, mystical radiances]. Yet, they resonated with one another, their energies intertwining to form a complete and potent array formation.

"The Six Ren Mystic Pearls!"

In a single Ksana-time [an infinitesimal unit of time from Buddhist cosmology, less than a second], the Five-Colored Immortal Phoenix suddenly spoke, its tone laced with palpable shock.

Qiang Sun gave a slight nod and replied with calm certainty, "Indeed, it is that very artifact."

"Excellent, excellent, excellent."

Solaris clapped his hands together with a hearty laugh, nodding in agreement. "With the aid of Fellow Daoist, Eldrin, the Junior is truly fated to meet his doom."

The Six Ren Mystic Pearls constitute a rare set of Innate Marvels [naturally formed treasures of profound power], comprised of six individual Innate Mystic Pearls. Each pearl is a Low Grade Innate Treasure [a foundational-level treasure born of natural law].

When deployed as a formation, their combined power, when fully unleashed, approaches the might of the Late Heaven Immortal Realm [a high stage of immortal cultivation]. This chapter is part of a larger work available at *audio-novel.com*.

Most crucially, this Innate Formation Artifact exerts immense suppressive force against Formation [structured arrays of power, often defensive or offensive]. Once they have fully mobilized to suppress the Twenty-Four Heavens Grand Formation, Qiang Sun can then enter the formation with the Six Ren Mystic Pearls, sufficient to completely overwhelm the Twenty-Four Heavens Grand Formation.

For at least several hundred years, the Twenty-Four Heavens Grand Formation would be unable to recover. Furthermore, the Six Ren Mystic Pearls could even suppress the Human Race cultivators within.

Contemplating this, their confidence swelled instantly.

Seeing this, Qiang Sun seized the moment to speak. "Since I have produced this treasure, it is only natural I have certain conditions."

"Oh?" Solaris, the Golden Crow could not help but inquire, "What is your demand?"

"I want Eldrin, the Abyssal Daoist's Dao Source [the condensed origin and essence of a cultivator's path], and all the Innate Treasure [a treasure born from nature, containing innate laws and immense power] on his person."

Qiang Sun spoke, his expression resolute.

Upon hearing this, everyone present hesitated slightly. Eldrin Chen's Dao Source [the condensed origin and essence of a cultivator's path] was of immeasurable value, likely the greatest opportunity of this Dao Tribulation [a grand, fate-altering trial or calamity]. All those seated here coveted it deeply.

However, after a brief exchange of glances—a moment of silent communication—they all gave a slight nod.

Seeing this, the Verdant Sun Imperial Son spoke, "Rest assured, Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for a fellow cultivator]. Once this battle concludes, we can decide to hand over Eldrin, the Abyssal Daoist's Dao Source [the condensed origin and essence of a cultivator's path], along with the Innate Treasure [a treasure born from nature, containing innate laws and immense power] upon him, to you."

"Then it is settled."

Qiang Sun spoke slowly, his gaze turning towards the depths of the Ethereal Void Mountain Range.

With the agreement reached between the three parties—the Demon and God Races, and Qiang Sun—their assault on the Ethereal Void Mountain Range grew increasingly fierce.

They intended no further delay. After merely a decade of preparation, they committed all their Demon Immortal [a powerful realm for demonic cultivators] and Divine Spirits [powerful beings of a divine nature], along with hundreds of thousands of Immortal-Grade Ancient Ships [ancient vessels of immense power capable of traversing the void], which tore through the void to descend.

Countless Low-Rank Demonic Beast and even Demon Immortal Divine Spirits marched forward to their deaths. Millions of Eighth Calamity World-Destroying Cannons ceaselessly bombarded the Mountain Guardian Grand Formation, finally stirring faint ripples upon the Ethereal Void Mountain Range.

After grinding away for another three hundred years in this manner, once the power of the Mountain Guardian Grand Formation had diminished by one-tenth and it was clear it could be reduced no further, they finally decided to launch their all-out assault.

"Unleash your full power now."

Solaris, the Golden Crow spoke and immediately turned the Ninth Rank Ancient Ship in his hands around.

For the various Grotto-Heaven [a higher-dimensional realm of profound spiritual energy], Ninth Rank Ancient Ship were Deep-Seated Foundation-level Heavy Treasures [exceptionally powerful and rare enchanted artifacts]. Within the entire Azure Firmament Immortal Domain, the Grotto-Heaven that possessed Ninth Rank Low Grade Ancient Ship were almost exclusively those that dominated an entire layer of the celestial heavens—the High Grade Grotto-Heaven.

As for those Grotto-Heaven that possessed Ninth Rank Mid Grade Ancient Ship, they were even rarer; across the entire Azure Firmament Immortal Domain, their number did not exceed thirty to fifty vessels.

And Ninth Rank High Grade Ancient Ship were rarer still, with fewer than ten such vessels existing in the whole of the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain.

This time, the allied forces of the Demon and God Races had mobilized six Ninth Rank Low Grade Ancient Ship, and even the sole Ninth Rank High Grade Ancient Ship of the Golden Crow Lineage—the Imperial Crow.

Such a Deep-Seated Foundation [a profound and nearly unshakable foundation of power] was truly staggering, more than sufficient to annihilate even a Mid Grade Grotto-Heaven.

These Chaos Ancient Ships were of immeasurable value, and their destructive power was utterly terrifying.

It must be understood that the core Dragon Bone of the Ninth Rank Ancient Ship is forged from the Bones of a Chaos Ancient Beast. For uninterrupted reading, go to audio novel.com.