Chapter 1697 : Innate Yin Yang Wuji Pendant

The mighty Celestial Immortals high above the firmament chose to remain mere spectators, unwilling to intervene.

At the center of the battlefield, the 2 sides had already erupted into a fierce confrontation over the Abyssal Return Sea.

Overall, the human race faced immense pressure, yet by relying on the power of formations, they could barely manage to hold their ground.

After launching such fierce assaults for over a century, the powerful experts of the demon and god races couldn't help but frown as they watched the grand formation within the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea showing no signs of breaking.

Seeing the situation turning dire, the Primordial Thunder Dragon immediately declared, "This formation is forged by converging the power of the 5 Celestial Domains. Through conventional means, even a being at the late stage of Celestial Immortality would find it nearly impossible to breach by force."

"If any of you possess hidden techniques, now is not the time to hold back."

Upon hearing this, everyone's expressions shifted slightly.

The Crimson Crow Saint Son also took a deep breath before turning his gaze toward the Twin Emperors of Taichang and saying, “As the central figures in this heavenly tribulation, the 2 of you must still have some trump cards hidden away.”

The Twin Princes of Taicang wore grave expressions. After exchanging a glance, the Crimson Emperor’s Son spoke, “This treasure was originally reserved for the final phase of the Heavenly Tribulation—a pivotal asset in contending for the fate of providence.”

"Yet in the hands of this Void-returning Daoist, its use does no dishonor to such a treasure."

As the words of the Crimson Emperor’s scion of Taicang faded, he flicked his sleeve and summoned an intensely radiant crimson jade pendant. Simultaneously, the Black Emperor’s scion of Taicang also unleashed a dark jade pendant of his own.

The 2 jade pendants hovered across the firmament, each revealing 3 innate Dao patterns within—manifesting the primordial Dao principles of Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) and Profound Water respectively.

Entwined in an endless dance, they finally coalesced with a faint chime into a jade pendant resembling the supreme ultimate of Yin and Yang.

Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root), Profound Water...

"Damn, it's the Primordial Yin Yang Infinite Pendant!"

Witnessing this scene, Pure Yang Saint Son within the formation underwent a drastic change in expression, his face revealing incomparable astonishment.

The Daoist Priest of the Celestial Abyss did not recognize this object and inquired, "May I ask, Holy Son, what is this Primordial Yin-Yang Infinite Pendant (Magic Treasure)?"

Feng Wuji, the chosen disciple of the Stormcloud Dao Palace, was already widely experienced, yet his expression turned gravely solemn as he explained: "This pendant was forged from 2 complementary immortal jades—1 yin and 1 yang. The Yin Pendant contains the power of Pure Yin Profound Water, while the Yang Pendant harnesses the essence of 9 Heavens Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root)."

"A single jade pendant is merely equivalent to a lower-grade innate treasure, hardly worth worrying about."

However, when the 2 treasures merge as 1, they can manifest the profound mysteries of Yin and Yang, transcending polarity. Not only does their power become astonishing, but they also possess the ability to divide the heavens and the earth, separating Yin and Yang, and isolating restrictive enchantments and mystical arts. Relying on them, 1 can freely traverse the vast majority of Ninth-Level Formations across the realms.

The Divine Lord of Glazed Jade’s expression shifted in astonishment, and he could not help but exclaim, “They actually possess such an artifact? Can the 5 Domains 5 Elements Grand Formation hold them back?”

"Unstoppable."

Fengyun Wujie (Person Name) spoke, his expression bearing an incomparably solemn demeanor.

As his words fell, the Twin Princes of Taicang activated the Primordial Yin-Yang Pendant, unleashing a radiance of yin and yang as they led the group charging into the formation.

With this Primordial Yin-Yang Pendant, even a top-grade ninth-rank Primordial Ancient Formation could not hinder their movement. Now, as they shielded the group and charged forth, an overwhelming killing intent swept across the starry river.

"Hold them off."

Seeing the situation turning dire, the 9 core formation masters including Lyra had no choice but to divert their remaining strength to mobilize the Innate Grand Formation and suppress the heavens.

In an instant, 5 Innate Treasures soared into the sky, each carrying the power of Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth—the 5 elemental forces—their overwhelming divine might suppressing all directions of heaven and earth.

Yet under the immense pressure of such a grand formation, the Primordial Yin-Yang Pendant remained utterly unshaken. The primordial Yin and Yang energies cycled endlessly, isolating the overwhelming force of the formation and shielding the mighty figures of the demon and god races.

Seeing this, the Great Azure Crimson Emperor’s Son remained composed and gazed toward the palace where Eldrin (Person Name) was in seclusion, remarking, “Daoist of the Returning Abyss, your 5 Domains 5 Elements Grand Formation is indeed extraordinary, yet it ultimately cannot withstand us.”

"The grievances of old shall be settled in full this day."

As the words fell, the Ancient Thunder Dragon, the Scarlet Crow Saint Son, and others charged forth 1 after another.

A full 4 Forbidden-level combatants, joined by over 20 experts with Triple Taiyi Foundations—even figures like the Pure Yang Saint Son were utterly outmatched, forced into relentless retreat in the blink of an eye.

The Son of the Great Azure Black Emperor advanced with unstoppable force, gripping a dragon-patterned Black Gold War Halberd as he charged straight toward the palace at the deepest core of the formation.

Everyone paled at the sight, for that was where Eldrin (Person Name) had entered seclusion. If his cultivation session were interrupted, Eldrin (Person Name) would inevitably suffer a severe backlash from his failed breakthrough.

Once Eldrin suffers a severe backlash, the 9 individuals maintaining the formation—including Lyra—would also be struck by the recoil. By then, this battle would be left with no trace of suspense.

"Stop him."

Everyone understood this point and immediately rushed forward in utter shock to block it.

Yet the Son of the Great Azure Black Emperor was truly peerless. At this very moment, he erupted with forbidden combat prowess. The dragon-patterned Black Gold War Halberd in his hand swept through all resistance, and with a single strike, he sent the obstructing Luo Ming flying, blood spraying from his mouth.

With a single move defeating his foe, the Crown Prince of the Eternal Obsidian Emperor sneered coldly, "You dare obstruct my path when you haven't even stepped into the forbidden realm nor forged your own Dao? Truly seeking your own demise."

Boom—

At almost the same moment, the Great Azure Crimson Emperor's Son soared into the air, his Crimson Emperor Divine Spear piercing through the fabric of heaven and earth. With a single thrust, he sent the Longevity Star Sword Adept reeling through the air, blood spraying from his wounds.

In that moment, the Twin Imperial Sons of Taicang unleashed a might rarely witnessed since ancient times. With just 2 of them, they sent the dozen or so obstructors flying in defeat.

Even more terrifyingly, the Primordial Thunder Dragon and the Scarlet Sun Saint Son also stepped through the void.

The Crimson Crow Holy Son radiated murderous intent. With the Crimson Crow Ancient Sword in hand, he slashed down with overwhelming force, sending the Pure Sun Holy Son flying through the air, blood spraying from his wounds. "Pathetic," he remarked with undisguised scorn.

"This generation of the Pure Sun Grotto-Heaven truly has no worthy successors."

"A mere 9-tribulation Earth Immortal, yet he became the First Holy Son."

Upon hearing this, the Pure Yang Saint’s face flushed with a mix of shame and fury, yet a trace of despairing helplessness also surfaced.

Heaven-defying prodigies within the Forbidden Realm were exceptionally rare, revered as Emperor-grade talents. Across the entire 6 Western Celestial Domains, not a single 1 might emerge even through an entire Dao Calamity cycle.

Such a figure, throughout all past Dao Tribulations, would have been worthy of becoming the protagonist of a Dao Tribulation.

Given the profound heritage of the Pure Sun Grotto-Heaven, the last emergence of an Imperial Scion-level figure still dates back to 70,000,000 years ago.

This time, the Golden Crow Clan produced 2 Prodigies of Taboo in 1 fell swoop—an event so rare it occurs only once in a 100 million years across the annals of history.

30 million years ago, after the Ancient Immortal Li Yang failed in his assault on the Abyssal Inferno Sea and subsequently perished, the entire 6 Heavenly Domains of the Southern Ridge became the stronghold of the demon tribes.

"Rumors say the Golden Crow Clan has acquired the foundational heritage of the Liyang Grotto-Heaven, which is why their recent generations have produced peerless talents capable of weathering the Dao Tribulations. It appears this may not be unfounded."

The Pure Yang Saint's thoughts raced in an instant, yet he knew full well he was no match for the Crimson Crow Saint. No longer daring to fight to the death, he immediately retreated backward.

The Crimson Crow Sacred Son and his pursuers chased relentlessly, soon cutting their way to the heart of the grand formation.

"We can retreat no further."

Upon reaching the heart of the Sea of Returning Abyss, their expressions turned grave as steel. 1 by 1, they positioned themselves against the core formation, ready to stake their lives in a final stand.

(End of Chapter)