Chapter 1769 : Siege of the Snow Lotus Grotto

At this moment, the Snow Lotus Grotto-Heaven was under siege by four Celestial Immortal Great Power [powerful beings who have ascended to the Celestial Immortal realm].

These four Celestial Immortal Great Power were all at the early or middle stages of the Celestial Immortal [a high-level immortal cultivation realm] realm. The strongest among them was a man at the sixth level of Celestial Immortal.

The moment she saw the group, the Heavenly Mountain Goddess [a divine being associated with a sacred mountain] paled slightly and declared, "Azure Spirit Child, how dare you!"

"Celestial Maiden?"

The leading man, at the sixth level of Celestial Immortal, was momentarily taken aback, then laughed. "Perfect timing."

As his words faded, Azure Spirit Child stepped forward, shattering the air as he moved, and joined the others in encircling the Heavenly Mountain Goddess.

The leader was indeed Azure Spirit Child. With a faint smile, he spoke, "Celestial Maiden, I offer you one final chance. Hand over the Frigid Heaven Snow Lotus [a legendary lotus of extreme cold], and I shall spare your life."

"Frigid Heaven Snow Lotus?"

Eldrin Chen's eyes flickered with a subtle light, and his gaze shifted toward the Heavenly Mountain Goddess.

He saw the Celestial Maiden take a deep breath before her voice whispered into his mind through a secret transmission art [a technique for private mental communication]. "That Frigid Heaven Snow Lotus is the physical shell left behind by my cultivation in a past life. It is an Eleven Runes [an object inscribed with eleven profound runes] Innate Treasure [a treasure born from the primal forces of heaven and earth]. It was unfortunately discovered by this Qian Cang Grotto-Heaven [a hidden realm or paradise], and they have thus set their sights upon it." Read the full novel exclusively on www . audio-novel.com.

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen finally understood why the Heavenly Mountain Goddess had dared to venture so deeply into the Chaos [the primordial, formless void beyond the ordered realms].

The Celestial Maiden's past incarnation, having received the Opportunity and Fortune bestowed by the Purple Seal Immortal Lord, had cultivated her cultivation base to the Great Perfection Celestial Immortal Realm. The Frigid Heaven Snow Lotus [a legendary spiritual plant of extreme cold], transformed from the remains of that past incarnation, surpassed the grade of an Upper Grade Innate Treasure and even brushed against the threshold of a half-step Innate Ancient Treasure.

Upon learning of the Frigid Heaven Snow Lotus, the master of the Azure Spirit Grotto-Heaven coveted it greatly, intending to seize it while the Celestial Maiden's cultivation was still not formidable.

And the Heavenly Mountain Goddess had ventured into the Chaos precisely to break through to the Mid Celestial Immortal Realm as swiftly as possible, so she could fully refine the Frigid Heaven Snow Lotus and secure her own safety.

Alas, the Chaos was far too perilous. Even with the Heavenly Mountain Goddess's capabilities, she had nearly perished within its depths.

Contemplating this, Eldrin Chen spoke, "Set your heart at ease. I will not stand idly by in this matter."

"So this is why you dared to return—you've found someone to aid you."

At that very moment, Azure Spirit Child cast a glance at Eldrin Chen.

With a cold sneer, his gaze sharp and filled with Fiendish Energy [a malevolent and corrupt form of spiritual power], he declared, "A mere cultivator of the Third Heaven Celestial Immortal Realm dares to interfere in matters concerning such a rare treasure?"

"You seek death!"

As his words fell, Azure Spirit Child flicked his sleeve and unleashed a dazzling Immortal Sword that tore through the air, cleaving directly towards Eldrin Chen.

The other three also moved in unison, launching their attacks to encircle the pair.

"Be careful."

Seeing the four assailants descend upon them, the Heavenly Mountain Goddess felt a surge of profound anxiety.

She took a deep breath, swiftly summoning a Snow Lotus to shield herself, and said to Eldrin Chen, "Let us break through the encirclement first and seek aid from the Horizon Grotto-Heaven."

"Hahaha!"

Azure Spirit Child let out a booming laugh and declared, "The Horizon Grotto-Heaven can barely protect itself now. How could it possibly aid you?"

With those words, the four unleashed a set of Formation Flags that blotted out the sky, completely sealing off any path of retreat.

Yet Eldrin Chen remained utterly composed. He gently moved the Heavenly Mountain Goddess behind him and spoke with tranquil certainty, "Leave this to me."

"BOOM—"

As the words fell, a thunderclap of truly cosmic proportions erupted between heaven and earth.

All eyes turned to witness a blinding flash of lightning that tore through the firmament, instantly shattering the Heaven-Sealing Formation Flag.

"A Half-Step Patriarch Level Divine Ability [a supreme technique nearing the power of a Patriarch]!"

In that same instant, all four cultivators coughed up blood and were sent hurtling through the air, clearly suffering severe backlash from their formation's destruction.

Before they could even process their shock, they saw Eldrin Chen raise the Ancient Gourd above his head. A blade of light shot forth from its mouth, cleaving through the void and instantly annihilating the physical body and Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator] of one Early Celestial Immortal Realm expert.

Immediately following, a surge of Void Cosmos Sword Energy split the heavens, bisecting a second Early Celestial Immortal Realm cultivator in two. This novel is serialized on audio–novel.com. Visit for updates.

"Flee!"

The remaining two, witnessing this carnage, immediately sought to turn and escape for their lives. Alas, it was already too late.

With a single palm strike from Eldrin Chen, the Primordial One Energy Grasping Hand descended, pinning Azure Spirit Child firmly in place. The final cultivator, attempting to flee, was extinguished by a flash from the Celestial Abyss Twin Swords.

"My life ends here!"

In the span of a few breaths, four Celestial Immortal Great Power [a cultivator who has ascended to the celestial realm and possesses immense power] were dealt with—three slain and one subdued. Eldrin Chen had displayed a level of combat prowess that was utterly staggering.

Even Heavenly Mountain Goddess [a powerful deity associated with a celestial mountain] could not help but turn her gaze towards Eldrin Chen, her voice filled with profound shock. "Your cultivation base…"

"Merely four Flawed Celestial Immortal [a Celestial Immortal whose foundation or comprehension is imperfect, limiting their true power]. Pay it no mind."

Eldrin Chen spoke calmly, though a flicker of surprise stirred within his own heart.

This was his first full-force engagement since breaking through to the Third Heaven Celestial Immortal Realm [the third major stage within the Celestial Immortal cultivation realm]. He had not anticipated being able to capture four Celestial Immortal [an immortal who has ascended to the celestial realm] in the blink of an eye; it truly exceeded his expectations.

Of course, he understood clearly in his heart. These four were all Flawed Celestial Immortal, and even the strongest among them, Azure Spirit Child, possessed combat power only comparable to a third-level Immaculate Celestial Immortal [a Celestial Immortal with a flawless foundation and profound comprehension]. Their defeat at his hands was, in truth, within the realm of expectation.

"With the strength of these four, if they ventured into the Chaos [the primordial, formless void between worlds], even joining forces, they might struggle to defeat a single Ninth Rank Lower Grade Chaos Ancient Beast [a primordial beast of the ninth rank and lower grade, born from the Chaos]."

Eldrin Chen mused inwardly. With a turn of his palm, he firmly suppressed Azure Spirit Child and inquired, "You mentioned earlier that Horizon Grotto-Heaven [a blessed realm or pocket dimension] is struggling to ensure its own survival. Why is that?"

Azure Spirit Child, his face pale, had no choice but to answer. "Not long ago, Horizon Patriarch ventured into the Chaos. He returned gravely wounded, hovering on the brink of death."

"Now, Senior Brother Heaven Flame Path Master has already gone to Horizon Grotto-Heaven. I fear the grotto-heaven itself cannot hold out for much longer."

"Impossible."

The Heavenly Mountain Goddess paled. "The Horizon Patriarch is a top-tier Celestial Immortal [an immortal who has ascended to the celestial realm] of the Eighth Heaven Celestial Immortal [the eighth and highest tier of the Celestial Immortal realm]," she said, her voice trembling. "How could he possibly suffer such grievous wounds so easily?"

"The perils of the Chaos [the primordial, formless void beyond the ordered realms] are unfathomable," he replied. "Who can truly say what transpires there?"

Azure Spirit Child spoke up, turning his gaze towards Eldrin Chen. "I can see you are a formidable practitioner, fellow Daoist. Yet, my elder brother, the Heaven Flame Patriarch, is also a Great Power of the [the seventh tier of the Celestial Immortal realm]."

"If you are wise and release me now, I shall ensure my brother lets this matter rest."

"Is that so?"

Eldrin Chen let out a cold laugh. With a flick of his sleeve, he completely suppressed Azure Spirit Child. He then turned to the Heavenly Mountain Goddess and asked, "Where lies the Horizon Grotto-Heaven [a secluded paradise realm]?"

"You intend to go to the Horizon Grotto-Heaven?"

The Heavenly Mountain Goddess was startled. She initially wanted to warn that the Heaven Flame Patriarch was not to be trifled with, but recalling the combat prowess Eldrin Chen had displayed, she felt a slight sense of relief.

She looked at Eldrin Chen and said, "Then follow me."

"..."

Led by the Heavenly Mountain Goddess [the guardian deity of the Heavenly Mountain], the two shattered the void and traversed the emptiness. Before long, they arrived at the Violet Radiance Ancient Domain [an ancient and vast domain within the celestial realms].

The Violet Radiance Ancient Domain was one of the one hundred and eight Heavenly Domains [major celestial territories] within the Frigid Heavenly Domain [a vast and cold celestial territory]. Its strength was not considered formidable among the domains of the Frigid Heavenly Domain.

Within this Heavenly Domain, there were a total of twenty Grotto-Heavens [self-contained paradisiacal realms]. These twenty Grotto-Heavens were further divided into three Upper Grade Grotto-Heavens [realms of the highest spiritual grade], seven Middle Grade Grotto-Heavens [realms of middling spiritual grade], and ten Lower Grade Grotto-Heavens [realms of the lowest spiritual grade].

Leaving aside the Middle Grade Grotto-Heavens and the Lower Grade Grotto-Heavens for now, the three Upper Grade Grotto-Heavens were exceptionally extraordinary.

These three Grotto-Heavens were, respectively, the Violet Radiance Grotto-Heaven [the Grotto-Heaven of Violet Radiance], the Qian Cang Grotto-Heaven [the Grotto-Heaven of Qian Cang], and the Horizon Grotto-Heaven [the Grotto-Heaven of the Horizon].

The Violet Radiance Grotto-Heaven was the foremost among the three Grotto-Heavens. It boasted two cultivators at the Late Celestial Immortal Realm [the advanced stage of the Celestial Immortal cultivation realm] and, most impressively, a Patriarch [a venerable clan or sect leader] who had reached the Great Perfection Celestial Immortal Realm [the pinnacle stage of the Celestial Immortal realm]. Under its banner, the number of Celestial Immortals [immortals who have ascended to the celestial realm] exceeded thirty, making it the undisputed hegemon of the Violet Radiance Ancient Domain.

Among the other two Grotto-Heavens, the Horizon Grotto-Heaven had shallower foundations, having originated from outside the Frigid Heavenly Domain. It possessed only two Celestial Immortal Great Powers [powerful beings at the Celestial Immortal level]. However, one of them was an Eighth Heaven Celestial Immortal [a Celestial Immortal who has transcended eight heavenly tribulations], which allowed it to claim the second rank.

The Qian Cang Grotto-Heaven was the weakest, yet this lineage still commanded seven Celestial Immortal Great Powers. Its Patriarch, the Heaven Flame Celestial Immortal [a Celestial Immortal whose power is aligned with heavenly flames], possessed cultivation at the Seventh Layer of the Celestial Immortal Realm [the seventh major stage within the Celestial Immortal realm], making its strength a force not to be underestimated. Published by www . audio-novel.com. All rights reserved.