Chapter 1518 : Alliance of the Ancient Realms

Seeing this, the Ancient Ruins Yin Lord [a powerful ghostly lord from the Ancient Ruins] spoke up: "Since the Minor Universe [a smaller, self-contained cosmos] opened, the Dragon and Phoenix clans within it have already withdrawn and consolidated their forces within the Immortal Phoenix Star Domain and the Crimson Dragon Star Domain."

"With our strength alone, it is difficult to breach the Mountain Guardian Grand Formation [a powerful defensive array formation] protecting those two star domains in a short time. Could we request the assistance of the Human Race forces from this Cosmos [the primary universe or realm]?"

Eldrin Chen pondered for a moment before replying, "I will personally go to meet Aethelred, the Human Sovereign [the ruler of the human forces]. Since he has already agreed to cooperate with us, he will likely agree to our request."

Having resolved to move against the Frost Phoenix and Crimson Dragon [a powerful lineage of dragon demons] lineages, Eldrin Chen did not hesitate. He immediately dispatched an envoy to the Human Sovereign Nebula.

As expected, Aethelred, the Human Sovereign agreed to his terms, pledging to lend his aid at the critical moment.

Upon receiving Aethelred, the Human Sovereign's response, Eldrin Chen immediately gathered their forces and set out for the Immortal Phoenix Star Domain.

To achieve victory in a single decisive strike, they mobilized nearly their entire strength, leaving only Ancient Ruins Daoist [a powerful cultivator from the Ancient Ruins] behind to guard their Formation [their defensive stronghold or array].

Among the powerhouses deployed, those at the Half-Step Celestial Immortal Realm [a realm just below that of a true Celestial Immortal] included Zixuan the Daoist and Divine Lord Glaze.

Furthermore, after Eldrin Chen's breakthrough, and with the Three-Rune Primordial Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure of immense power] Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss [a legendary sword imbued with abyssal fire] in hand, his overall combat power had likely touched the threshold of the Taiyi Realm [a profound and powerful cultivation realm].

Those possessing combat power at the Earth Immortal Great Perfection [the peak stage of the Earth Immortal realm] numbered four individuals: Lyra Jiang, Verdant Consort, Nyssa Qu, and Sky Abyss Daoist. Among them, Lyra Jiang, bolstered by the Black Dragon Ancient Cauldron [an ancient cauldron artifact of great power], possessed combat power equivalent to three ordinary Earth Immortal Great Perfection cultivators. For the best reading experience, visit audi0-n0vel.c0m.

The remaining combat strength at the Eighth Level Earth Immortal level also consisted of five individuals: Kael Chen, Ethan Chen, Qiyuan Chen, Yvonne the Violet Consort, and Lila.

This assembly of such formidable power was nearly equivalent to the strength of four or five single Dao Fruit Primordial Foundation cultivators.

Surveying the powerful allies gathered around him, Eldrin Chen felt a surge of confidence regarding their chances of seizing the Immortal Phoenix Nebula [a vast celestial nebula associated with the legendary Phoenix Clan].

Leading the group, he traversed the Void [the empty space between celestial bodies, often traversed via special cultivation arts] and soon arrived at the periphery of the Immortal Phoenix Nebula. "This is the place," he announced.

Gazing upon the Immortal Phoenix Star Domain [the starry realm within the Immortal Phoenix Nebula], Eldrin Chen's eyes narrowed thoughtfully, a trace of solemnity settling upon his features.

Within the Immortal Phoenix Star Domain, countless stars were shrouded by a powerful Formation [a complex array of energy channels and runes used for defense, attack, or cultivation], a clear sign that the Immortal Phoenix Clan [a powerful clan said to possess the bloodline of the mythical Phoenix] harbored significant hostility towards outsiders.

After observing for a moment, Divine Lord Glaze beside him spoke, his eyes glinting with insight. "This Immortal Phoenix Nebula once contained a top-tier Supreme Grade Abode of Bliss [a paradise-like realm of supreme spiritual quality, the highest grade of such places]."

"Fortunately, the Cosmos's Primordial Source [the fundamental, primordial energy from which all things are born] has been largely depleted, and the Ancient Immortal Phoenix Star [the ancient, central star of the Phoenix Clan] has also degraded to the level of a High Grade Abode of Bliss. If we launch a forceful assault, we still have a reasonable chance of breaching their defenses."

Eldrin Chen pondered briefly before stating, "The Formation protecting this Immortal Phoenix Nebula draws power from nearly half of the Immortal Phoenix Galaxy [the galaxy at the heart of the Phoenix Clan's domain]. It is far more sophisticated than the Formation we encountered at the Yin Plane Microcosm."

"If my deductions are correct, they have already established contact with the Immortal Phoenix Grotto-Heaven [a hidden, independent pocket dimension or paradise realm belonging to the Phoenix Clan]."

Hearing this, everyone's brows furrowed deeply with concern.

They were not particularly afraid of the Immortal Phoenix Nebula alone. However, the Yueling the Phoenix Maiden from the Immortal Phoenix Grotto-Heaven was an Earth Immortal Great Perfection cultivator with a Dual Taiyi Foundation [a supreme foundation for cultivation, representing dual supreme principles], and she most likely possessed a Taiyi Immortal Weapon [an immortal-grade weapon of supreme rank] to stabilize her faction's fortune.

Facing such a top-tier powerhouse, coupled with the Frost Phoenix Great Emperor from the Immortal Phoenix Nebula, a direct confrontation would likely result in a significant setback for them.

After careful consideration, Eldrin Chen spoke: "Currently, the Yueling the Phoenix Maiden is busy plundering stars. The Human Race's Archaic Emperor [a title for an ancient, venerable human emperor] and Future Emperor [a title for a prophesied future human emperor] from this realm will also act to block their reinforcements."

"Therefore, for a short time, reinforcements from the Immortal Phoenix Grotto-Heaven and the Demonic Tribe may not arrive."

"Nevertheless, we must act swiftly and decisively to avoid a direct clash with the Immortal Phoenix Grotto-Heaven."

Everyone nodded in agreement upon hearing his words.

Zixuan the Daoist stroked his long beard and said, "The Immortal Phoenix Nebula has only recently made contact with the outside world. Their current Formation [a defensive or offensive array of magical power] has undergone limited modifications and its power is not yet fully formidable."

"Let us charge straight in and finish this quickly."

As his words fell, the group concealed their auras using the Heaven-Deceiving Secret Art [a secret technique to hide one's presence from heavenly detection]. Then, utilizing a Spatial Spiritual Treasure [a treasure capable of manipulating space], they stealthily infiltrated the depths of the Immortal Phoenix Nebula.

After stepping into the Immortal Phoenix Nebula [a vast celestial region resembling a phoenix in flight], they discovered that within the entire nebula, the Immortal Phoenix Demon Sage [the supreme ruler of the phoenix-demon race] had already retreated to the Ancient Immortal Phoenix Star [the ancestral core world of the phoenix lineage], and not a single one of the Immortal Phoenix Great Sage [powerful phoenix-demon commanders] remained outside.

"They certainly know how to conserve their strength," Eldrin Chen remarked, a flicker of displeasure crossing his features.

Failing to locate any Immortal Phoenix Great Sage, Eldrin Chen could not help but frown slightly, a crease forming between his brows.

He had originally hoped that if they could find Heaven-Opening Late Stage [the penultimate stage before achieving true divinity] Immortal Phoenix Great Sage on the periphery, they could simply eliminate a few and then withdraw.

Now, with that plan thwarted, they had no choice but to risk infiltrating the Ancient Immortal Phoenix Star for a direct confrontation.

The group pressed onward, arriving before the Ancient Immortal Phoenix Star before they knew it. Eldrin Chen surveyed the ancient star before them, and his brow furrowed once more. Visit audio novel.com to enjoy the complete series.

Noticing his expression, Lyra Jiang spoke up, "This ancient star is anchored by a Spatial Supreme Treasure [a treasure of the highest order capable of manipulating space itself]. We cannot slip inside undetected."

"Our only course now is a direct assault on the star," she concluded.

Zixuan the Daoist also nodded in agreement, adding, "The Formation [a complex array of magical defenses] protecting this star is formidable. With the Frost Phoenix Great Emperor [a legendary ice-phoenix sovereign] holding the fort, our combined strength would still struggle to breach its defenses swiftly."

"However, if we concentrate our attack, forcing open a temporary breach to enter should be within our capabilities."

Eldrin Chen nodded gravely, his expression solemn as he looked at Divine Lord Glaze and said, "Let us open a breach together. Once we are inside, I must trouble you, Divine Lord [a title for a powerful deity or immortal lord], to hold the Formation [a complex array of power used for defense or attack] at bay and buy us time to defeat the Frost Phoenix Great Emperor."

"Agreed,"

Divine Lord Glaze replied with serene composure, accepting the task.

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen wasted no time. He immediately joined forces with the others, and together they launched a combined assault against the grand Formation protecting the Ancient Immortal Phoenix Star [a legendary celestial body imbued with ancient phoenix essence].

In that very instant, dozens of attacks capable of shattering stars surged forth, instantly tearing a vast rent in the mighty Formation of the Ancient Immortal Phoenix Star.

"Now!"

As Eldrin Chen's command echoed, he led the group as they charged into the heart of the Ancient Immortal Phoenix Star.

Immediately, the Ancient Immortal Phoenix Star's defensive Formation reacted. A colossal ice wheel, shaped like a coiled phoenix, descended to suppress them, unleashing a blade of World-Illuminating Immortal Light [a divine radiance capable of illuminating worlds] that slashed toward the intruders.

"The Frost Phoenix Coalescing Heaven Wheel,"

Eldrin Chen murmured, a slight furrow appearing between his brows as his expression turned deeply contemplative.

This Ice Phoenix Heaven-Freezing Wheel is one of this realm's Imperial Armament [supreme weapons forged by or for an Emperor], the Companion Imperial Weapon [a personal weapon intrinsically linked to its sovereign master] of the Frost Phoenix Great Emperor. It is said to have been born from the authority of this Cosmos [a distinct universe or reality], possessing immense and formidable power.

Now, bolstered by the Formation [a structured array that channels and amplifies power], its full-force descent to suppress its target is a blow that even an ordinary Half-Step Celestial Immortal [a cultivator who has nearly ascended to the Celestial Immortal realm] would likely be unable to withstand.

Fortunately, Divine Lord Glaze is no ordinary being. Having opened an Eight-Layered Heaven and Earth [a foundational cultivation realm of exceptional depth and stability, signifying supreme talent], her innate talent is not inferior to that of the Silent Annihilation Thunder God or the Patriarch of the Celestial Prison Clan.

Facing such an assault, Divine Lord Glaze simply flicked her sleeve, unleashing a dazzling Seven-Colored Silk.

The silken ribbon swept through the Firmament [the heavens, the sky], ensnaring the Ice Phoenix Heaven-Freezing Wheel in its grasp and rendering the mighty weapon utterly immobile.

"A Taiyi Immortal Weapon [an immortal artifact of the Primordial Unity tier, a pinnacle treasure]," Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly.

Witnessing the Seven-Colored Silk suppress the 'Ice Phoenix Heaven-Freezing Wheel, Eldrin Chen's heart clenched in surprise. He had not anticipated that Divine Lord Glaze would possess a Taiyi Immortal Weapon in her arsenal.

One must understand, the former Divine Lord Ye Ruins, relying on his Ninefold Heavens [a foundational cultivation realm of legendary, near-mythical depth] foundation and his Primordial Unity Ruins of Heaven Sword, was sufficient to rank thirty-seventh on the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain's Heaven-Opening Ranking [a prestigious ranking of the most powerful experts], surpassing ninety-eight out of every hundred Half-Step Earth Immortal [cultivators on the verge of the Earth Immortal realm].

This illustrates that the vast majority of those with a Dual Taiyi Foundation [a dual cultivation foundation of the Primordial Unity tier] likely do not possess a single Taiyi Immortal Weapon of their own. This chapter appears courtesy of audio-novel dot com.