Chapter 83 Talisman of the Gale Soul-Cleaving Sword (Magic Treasure)

The Verdant Wood and Earthen Matrix was composed of 2 formation artifacts: the Divine Wood Thunder Banner and the Abyssal Earthen Cauldron.

The Ji Earth Abyssal Cauldron was a mid-grade, rank-2 defensive magical treasure. Drawing power from the spiritual veins of Spiritual Apricot Mountain (Location), it projected a shimmering barrier of light that effortlessly intercepted the enemy's assault.

The Verdant Thunder Banner was also a mid-grade, second-tier formation flag. This array artifact could draw upon the Aetherwood essence between heaven and earth to unleash strikes of Aetherwood Divine Thunder against foes.

This divine thunder possessed extraordinary might, each strike equivalent to a full-powered blow from the Foundation Establishment, Late Stage (Cultivation Realm). Relying on the formation's power, the Azurewood Divine Thunder Banner could unleash 6 divine thunderbolts.

Once the 6 divine thunder charges are depleted, it takes 30-6 years of accumulation to restore their full power.

At this moment, Lin Baimin activated the Greenwood Divine Thunder Banner to counterattack. Everyone heard a thunderclap echoing through clear skies as a cyan divine lightning bolt struck toward Eldrin (Person Name).

"Be careful."

The old clan leader’s expression tightened as he issued a warning. In haste, he could only channel his Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) into a spiritual blade and slash out, instantly obliterating the divine thunder.

However, this Wood Element Divine Thunder was truly extraordinary, having completely exhausted the power of the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) spirit blade and sending it flying back dimly glowing.

A flicker of delight crossed Lin Baimin’s face as he seized the moment to unleash another divine thunderbolt. This time, he aimed it directly at the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) spirit blade.

If struck squarely by this divine thunderbolt, the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) Spirit Blade would be severely damaged, rendering it unusable for several months—effectively severing Chen Changxuan’s arm for the time being.

It seemed his True Essence was still not potent enough. As his Natal Magic Treasure’s spiritual light dimmed slightly, Chen Changxuan suffered a minor backlash. The flow of True Essence within him faltered for a moment, leaving him unable to muster a counterattack immediately.

At the critical moment, Eldrin reacted swiftly, channeling his energy into the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss to strike forward. A brilliant azure sword radiance instantly swirled forth. Though he was still forced backward by the impact, he ultimately managed to block this strike of the Yi Wood Divine Thunder.

Seeing that a single strike had failed to subdue his foe, Lin Baimin ignored the damage to his meridians and forcibly channeled his vital energy to drive the Banner of Yimu Divine Thunder, unleashing all 4 remaining bolts of divine lightning at once.

The instant these 4 divine thunderbolts were unleashed, it was as if 4 Foundation Establishment, Late Stage (Cultivation Realm) cultivators had simultaneously launched their divine abilities. An ordinary Foundation Establishment, Late Stage (Cultivation Realm) cultivator facing this strike would likely be severely wounded on the spot.

Fortunately, the old clan leader had already suppressed the backlash in an instant. He swiftly raised his hand to activate the Li Fire Array Banner of Divine Incineration (Formation Flag), enveloping both of them, then summoned the ancient bronze pagoda to confront the assault.

Boom—

A thunderous boom echoed through the clear skies as 4 divine bolts of lightning tore through the boundless Li Fire, shattering the Li Fire Soul Incineration Array. Yet, their power fell just short, failing to breach the luminous barrier upheld by the ancient bronze pagoda.

"Impossible,"

Seeing that the 4 strikes of Yi Wood Divine Thunder had failed to harm either of them, Lin Baimin’s face revealed a look of utter despair.

With the Eldrin Wood Divine Thunder that once threatened them both now gone, the Green Wood and Earth Formation was half-crippled, left with no choice but to endure their assaults passively.

Eldrin continued his assault on the formation, while the Old Clan Leader seized the opportunity to ingest a Recovery Pill to restore his true essence. Within half an hour, he had recovered 70 to 80 percent of his strength. Once more, he deployed the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss formation, beginning the arduous process of refining the Green Wood and Earth Matrix.

The Violet Sun Cauldron, Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss (Magic Treasure), and the Blazing Heaven Sword—along with the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) Spirit Blade—were unleashed 1 after another. Artifacts and supernatural abilities rained down in succession, actually causing the Green Wooden Earth Formation to tremble violently under the assault.

This time, Lin Baimin had no strength left to reverse his fate. After being assaulted for 2 hours, his defensive barrier was ultimately breached by the Violet Sun Truefire pouring down from the Violet Sun Divine Furnace.

"Heaven has forsaken me!"

The formation shattered, and Lin Baimin coughed up a mouthful of rebellious blood, suffering a backlash.

With a furious roar, he unwillingly summoned a streak of sword light, seizing the chance to flee for his life.

The Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss (Magic Treasure) transformed into a 60-foot sword radiance that descended with a thunderous clash. It shattered his defensive magical instrument and executed him amidst the void.

Since a deep-seated grudge had already been formed, Eldrin would naturally not allow him to escape unscathed. With a single strike of his sword, he settled the score with this Lin family elder at the Foundation Establishment, Early Stage.

At the same time, Lin Changxuan (Person Name) immediately ascended to the summit of Spiritual Apricot Mountain (Location) and took control of the mountain spring of spiritual energy and the Spiritual Apricot Tree at the rear peak.

By the time Eldrin finished scouring the battlefield, he discovered the old clan leader was already dismantling the Verdant Azure Earth Formation.

Eldrin frowned, unable to resist asking, "After all the effort we expended to capture Spirit Mountain, why must we dismantle the formation arrays?"

"This Verdant Wood and Loamy Earth Grand Formation was set up by the Lin Family. No 1 knows if there are any hidden contingencies."

The old clan leader shook his head and declared. No sooner had he spoken than he added, "Moreover, I intend to deploy the Li Fire Burning God Array here."

As if noticing Eldrin’s confusion, the old clan leader explained.

"After all, this Mordecai (Person Name) emerged from the Lin Family. No 1 knows what hidden foundations he might have left for them."

"Just in case, I plan to set up the Li Fire Soul-Burning Array here before they arrive, using this spiritual vein. With the power of this lower-grade second-tier spiritual vein, its potency will increase by 50 percent, giving us a significantly better chance of victory."

The old clan leader finished speaking and then beckoned Eldrin to assist him in setting up the formation.

Little did they know that it was Chen Changxuan's caution that would save their lives.

The Lin family members never expected that in less than half a day, the 2 of them would actually breach the mountain-protecting formation of Spiritual Apricot Mountain (Location). After all, conventional wisdom held that even 2 or 3 cultivators at Foundation Establishment, Late Stage (Cultivation Realm) would require 2 or 3 days to break through this formation.

Verdant Ink Mountain (Location) lay over 6 1000 li from Spiritual Apricot Mountain (Location). Even if the Lin Clan realized what was happening, it would take their Foundation Establishment cultivators more than a day to arrive with reinforcements.

After breaking through the Verdant Wood and Loess Formation in half a day, they gained nearly a full day for preparations—ample time to set up the Li Fire Soul-Burning Formation Banners before the Lin family arrived.

By the time the 2 finished setting up the formation flags and replenished their spiritual power with the spirit spring, it was already 7 AM the next day. Only then did the 4 Foundation Establishment cultivators of the Lin family arrive belatedly.

Lin Mocheng’s heart sank as he took in the situation. Unable to restrain himself, he let out a furious roar, his face twisting with rage.

"Chen Changxuan, you old cur!"

With a furious roar, Lin Mocheng immediately summoned the Lightning Demon-Slaying Shuttle and launched his attack.

Chen Changxuan’s expression remained unchanged as he raised his hand. In an instant, the Li Fire Incinerating God Formation erupted with overwhelming Li Fire, swiftly engulfing the Thunderbolt Demon-Repelling Shuttle.

Not good.

Lin Mocheng took 1 look at the situation and couldn't help but change his expression once more.

The Li Fire God-Burning Array was inherently formidable, and now that it was deployed using the spirit vein as its foundation, even a lower-grade second-tier spirit vein could not unleash its full potential. Nevertheless, it still surpassed Chen Changxuan’s true essence-driven power by 50 percent.

Seeing the situation turning dire, the other 3 immediately summoned their magical artifacts, attempting to suppress the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss.

Especially Lin Moqin, who actually produced a second-tier, superior-grade spirit talisman known as the Ice Soul True Water Talisman.

This treasure was acquired by the Lin Family from the Qingyang Sect many years ago, and remained 1 of the cherished foundations preserved by their cultivators. It could unleash the Mystic Power of Glacial Soul Water, specially designed to counter fire-attribute supernatural abilities and magical artifacts.

However, despite its formidable power, this object was still far inferior to the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss. As streams of bone-chilling True Water cascaded down upon the formation, they acted like oil poured on flames, intensifying the Li Fire by threefold.

Seeing that the Blazing Fire Soul- Incineration Array remained unbreached and everyone’s magical artifacts were trapped within the formation, unable to be withdrawn, Lin Mocheng had no choice but to produce the Talisman of the Gale Soul-Cleaving Sword (Magic Treasure).

He had intended to keep this talisman as his ultimate trump card to utterly annihilate Chen Changxuan, yet now he was forced to unleash it prematurely.

Chapter 1: The Reborn Youth The biting cold wind swept across the mountain peaks, carrying with it the scent of frost and decay. Lin Feng opened his eyes, his gaze sharp as a blade. "To think I, the Eldrin of the 9 Heavens, would be reborn in the body of this outer sect disciple," he murmured, his voice barely a whisper. Memories flooded his mind—the betrayal, the fall from grace, and the final glimpse of his former disciples' triumphant smiles. Now, 5 100 years had passed in the blink of an eye. He examined his current body: the cultivation base was merely at the third level of Qi Refining, pitifully weak. Yet, what astonished him was the faint trace of immortal energy lingering within his meridians. "This is... the Primordial Chaos Art?" Lin Feng's eyes narrowed. "The very technique I created in my previous life. How could it appear in this outer sect disciple's body?" Suddenly, footsteps approached from outside the dilapidated hut. A young disciple pushed open the door, his expression arrogant. "Lin Feng, hand over your monthly allocation of 10 spirit stones," the disciple demanded, his hand outstretched. Lin Feng remained seated, his gaze calm. "And if I refuse?" The disciple laughed mockingly. "Refuse? With your pitiful cultivation? Don't forget, you still owe Young Master Zhang 5,000 spirit stones. If you can't pay up within 3 days, you'll be thrown out of the sect!" A cold gleam flashed in Lin Feng's eyes. In his previous life, no 1 would dare speak to him like this. But now... he needed to regain his strength, and quickly. "Take these," Lin Feng tossed a small pouch. "Consider it interest." The disciple caught the pouch, his expression shifting from surprise to contempt. "Only 20 spirit stones? Pathetic." He turned and left without another word. Alone again, Lin Feng closed his eyes and began circulating the Primordial Chaos Art. The spiritual energy of heaven and earth slowly gathered around him, forming a faint, shimmering halo. "Although this body is weak, its foundation is surprisingly solid," Lin Feng observed. "With the Primordial Chaos Art, reaching the Foundation Establishment stage should take no more than 3 months." Suddenly, a sharp pain shot through his dantian. Lin Feng's face paled as he realized the truth—someone had planted a soul-sealing curse in this body! "No wonder this disciple died so suddenly," Lin Feng sneered. "To think someone would use such a vicious technique on a mere outer sect disciple." He focused his spiritual sense, carefully examining the curse. It was intricately woven, clearly the work of no ordinary cultivator. But to the former Eldrin, it was nothing more than child's play. "Since you've given me this gift," Lin Feng whispered, a cold smile forming on his lips, "I'll be sure to return the favor in kind." He formed a series of hand seals, and the spiritual energy around him began to swirl violently. The soul-sealing curse trembled, then shattered into countless fragments that dissipated into the air. A trickle of blood escaped the corner of Lin Feng's mouth, but his eyes shone with unprecedented clarity. The first obstacle had been cleared. The path of his rebirth had truly begun. Outside, the moon rose over the mountain peaks, its silver light illuminating the countless pavilions and towers of the cultivation sect. Somewhere in the distance, a bell tolled, marking the passage of time in this world of immortals and mortals. Lin Feng stood up and walked to the window. The night breeze brushed against his face, carrying with it the familiar scent of spiritual herbs from his memories. "The game has just begun," he said softly. "All of you, wait for me."