Chapter 1880 : Solo Against the Heavens

Beside them, Kunpeng Child and Zhuyin and the others all had their expressions change drastically upon seeing this. Kongling spoke directly, "He has already cultivated the Three True Spirit Foundations [a legendary and immensely powerful foundation for cultivation]. Soaring Sky Imperial Scion alone is likely not his match."

"Let us join forces and lend Soaring Sky Imperial Scion our aid."

In a flash, seven or eight peerless prodigies of the Demon Race soared into the sky, their auras carrying power sufficient to shatter Universe [the cosmos itself]. They charged upwards, engaging Eldrin Chen in a breathtaking confrontation.

Seeing this, Exquisite Jiang moved to assist, but Eldrin Chen shook his head. "Go and help the others. I have no fear of this."

Eldrin Chen spoke calmly, standing firm amidst the Nine Heavens Above [the highest celestial realms]. With a single Chaos Heaven Halberd [a divine weapon forged from primordial chaos] in hand, he faced the assembled heroes alone. The ensuing clash showcased his transcendent, immortal prowess.

Even though those present were all exceptional talents who had cultivated several Indestructibility Foundation [foundational cultivation realms focused on achieving an unbreakable body and spirit], and even though they summoned their Lifebound Formation Artifact [a cultivator's most powerful, soul-bound magical treasure] to suppress him, Eldrin Chen remained utterly undaunted. None could withstand a full-force blow from him—save for Soaring Sky Imperial Scion.

"BOOM—"

The great battle instantly reached its zenith. Eldrin Chen powerfully suppressed the group. After thousands of fierce exchanges, he sent Soaring Sky Imperial Scion flying back with a palm strike. In the same motion, a reverse swing of his Chaos Heaven Halberd shattered the physical form of Firmament Heavenly Imperial Scion, utterly annihilating even his Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core and highest essence of a cultivator's being].

It was undeniable—Imperial Scions who had cultivated the Indestructibility Body [a legendary physical constitution renowned for its near-unbreakable resilience] were truly formidable. While Eldrin Chen slew Firmament Heavenly Imperial Scion, the counter-force also caused his Chaos Heaven Halberd to crack and break apart.

Eldrin Chen felt a pang of heartache. After all, the Chaos Heaven Halberd had been his companion for over ten million years, witnessing and enduring one fierce confrontation after another alongside him. Read the full novel exclusively on http://www . audio-novel.com.

Yet it must be acknowledged that shattering upon the battlefield is perhaps the finest destiny a weapon could ask for.

"Kill—!"

Weapons shattered, divine and demonic forms disintegrated, Eldrin Chen fought until he was drenched in blood and driven to the brink of madness.

He was seen wielding the Nine Slaughtering Techniques to soar into the air, clashing fiercely with the multitude, growing ever more blood-soaked and frenzied.

At this moment, it was not only Eldrin Chen; even the assembled Eight Tribulations Ancient Immortal present had their eyes stained crimson with the fury of battle.

Be it Soaring Sky Little Heavenly Emperor, Zhuyin, or Kunpeng Child, none abandoned the fight to flee. They too battled on, driven to the edge of utter frenzy.

This was not merely because they had sealed the heavens and earth with the Golden Crow Pagoda; it was because there was simply no possibility of evading this Kalpa Tribulation [a cataclysmic cosmic cycle marking the end of an age].

Within a Kalpa Tribulation, save for those Great Encompassing Golden Immortal [the supreme immortal realm where one masters their own fate] who have grasped their own Destiny [the predetermined course of one's existence], none can avoid this Tribulation [a trial or calamity sent by heaven]. Even peerless prodigies like Soaring Sky Little Heavenly Emperor are but souls struggling to cross the river within the vast currents of Destiny.

Most crucially, in this moment they understood: the instant they stepped into this Kalpa Tribulation, their own River of Destiny [the metaphysical stream representing one's predetermined life path] had already become inextricably intertwined with that of Eldrin Chen, making them the Fated Adversary [a destined opponent or nemesis] of this tribulation.

Only by defeating or slaying Eldrin Chen could they hope to survive this Kalpa Tribulation and shatter the Destiny Heavenly Pass [the heavenly gate or barrier of fate that must be overcome].

Even if they managed to escape with their lives this time, the inscrutable workings of fate would inevitably bring them together once more, forcing them into that unavoidable confrontation, a duel that could only end with one vanquishing the other, a contest of life and death.

If they chose to flee forever, the sole outcome would be the shattering of their Dao Heart [the foundational will and conviction of a cultivator] and the regression of their cultivation, forever losing any chance of attaining the Great Encompassing Golden Immortal [the pinnacle of immortal cultivation, representing ultimate enlightenment and power].

For the Great Path Contention [a destined, high-stakes rivalry between cultivators vying for supremacy on the same Dao path] is, by its very nature, a path of relentless advance with no retreat.

Facing one's own Fated Adversary [a destined rival, an opponent whose fate is inextricably linked to one's own], to retreat without a fight would inevitably lead to the complete collapse of one's Dao Heart.

For the Little Heavenly Emperor of Golden Crows, falling in battle or suffering defeat was not the true terror. Even if he were defeated here today, even if he were slain by Eldrin Chen and cast into a slumber of recovery, as long as he awakened and cultivated diligently to his peak once more, there would still be a chance for vindication after a thousand, ten thousand Kalpa Tribulation [immense cosmic cycles spanning billions of years].

But if he were to flee in fear, that would mean his Dao Heart had crumbled. In the future, merely hearing the name Eldrin Chen might cause him to tremble, his courage to charge against the current utterly lost. How then could he dare to face a truly formidable foe?

At this moment, whether it was the Little Heavenly Emperor of Golden Crows or Zhuyin, both had fought themselves into a state of utter frenzy.

They understood clearly—this was their destiny. Victory in this battle would forge the foundation for a Path Ancestor; defeat and death would merely serve as the whetstone for Eldrin Chen's blade.

"Returning Abyss, prepare to die!"

The Soaring Sky Little Heavenly Emperor fought with maddened fury. He channeled all his power into the Primordial Solar Cosmic Diagram [a supreme treasure depicting the primal essence of the sun and cosmos] to counter the Primordial One Energy Grasping Hand [a divine technique manifesting a giant hand of primordial unified energy], and in the same instant, he lunged forward, a Solar Divine Spear [a spear forged from condensed solar divinity] clenched in his hand, thrusting it forth with lethal intent.

This spear was a Great Encompassing Divine Weapon forged for the Fleshly Body Sanctification path. It possessed the divine power to pierce through Void Cosmos and was imbued with the heaven-slaying, god-executing might to impale the heart of Eldrin Chen.

Unfortunately, at this moment, Eldrin Chen lacked a suitable weapon in hand. In haste, he could only channel his power into his palms, forcefully clamping the spear between them.

"A fine opportunity."

Seeing Soaring Sky Little Heavenly Emperor unleash his full power, the others revealed a flicker of delight.

Instantly, Kongling made her move. She activated a set of Innate Five Elements Precious Mirror, unleashing five beams of Innate divine light that merged into one and shone down upon him.

This Innate Five Elements Precious Mirror comprised five Innate Spiritual Treasure. It could unleash the five Innate Spiritual Radiance of Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth, capable of capturing all things of the Five Elements from heaven and earth. It was a top-tier Lifebound Formation Artifact, not inferior to Zhuyin's Seven Stars Turbid Miasma Pearls. Official source: audio-novel .c om. Unauthorized reproduction is prohibited.

Now, as Kongling activated it, the five-colored Innate light firmly enveloped Eldrin Chen, actually restraining his movements.

After restraining Eldrin Chen, Kongling said with a pale face, "This is bad. His physical body is like a Chaos True Dragon. I cannot hold him for long. Please, act swiftly!"

Hearing this, the others erupted with wild joy.

They understood this might be their only chance to break the deadlock. Immediately, they all brought out their most treasured, trump-card techniques.

The Soaring Sky Little Heavenly Emperor did not hesitate to burn his True Spirit [the highest spiritual essence of a cultivator] blood, channeling the Solar Divine Spear with all his might to contend against Eldrin Chen, seeking to occupy Eldrin Chen's full attention. The others, seizing the moment, unleashed their most formidable assaults.

In that fleeting instant, Zhuyin's Seven Stars Turbid Miasma Pearls and Kunpeng Child's Heaven-Slaying Six Demon Blades erupted with world-shaking divine power, shaking the Heavenly Vault [the celestial dome of the sky] as they converged to annihilate Eldrin Chen.

The other top-tier Imperial Scions, all at the Indestructibility Foundation [a profound cultivation stage focused on achieving an unbreakable foundation], also did not spare themselves. They burned their vital essence and soul, erupting with an unprecedented, all-out strike.

"BOOM—"

In that very moment, the earth-shattering, epoch-defying divine power clashed with Eldrin Chen's Primordial One Energy True Aura [a supreme defensive technique manifesting the primordial unified energy of creation], unleashing a shockwave of a magnitude never before witnessed.

The onlookers saw only this: from the peak of the Soul-Extinction Ancient Land, a radiance saturated with the Oblivion Great Path [a supreme cultivation art embodying the principle of ultimate annihilation] swept across the firmament, nearly cleaving the entire Heavenly Vault in two.

Witnessing this scene, the Crimson Crow Imperial Scion murmured softly, a trace of awe and terror in his voice. "Such a combined strike... its power rivals that of several True Spirit Foundation [cultivators who have established their foundation upon the True Spirit realm] joining forces. Even one with a Three True Spirit Foundations [a legendary, nearly mythical level of cultivation foundation] would surely perish, would they not?"

"Not good!"

At that precise moment, the Little Heavenly Emperor of Golden Crows sensed imminent peril. He immediately sought to warn the others to retreat, but alas, it was already too late.

"CLANG—"

In the span of a single Ksana-time [an infinitesimal unit of time], a violent, sword-like cry erupted from within the Chaos.

Beside Imperial Scion Zhuyin, a phantom sword energy manifested from Path Void and pierced through the air. Before Zhuyin's astonished gaze could even register the betrayal, it stabbed into the center of his brow, completely piercing through and annihilating his Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator].

The Slaughter Divine Ability [a supreme supernatural power], empowered by a Primordial One Grade cultivation base and infused with the might of a True Spirit Primordial Spirit, was simply too terrifying. It possessed the power to sever the very life force of all beings under heaven.

"Pfft—"

In that instant, Imperial Scion Zhuyin coughed up a fountain of blood, his body suspended lifelessly in the void.

The moment that sword energy pierced his Primordial Spirit, even Zhuyin's vaunted Indestructibility Primordial Spirit could not withstand it. It was instantly unraveled by the Oblivion-imbued force [a power of absolute annihilation and erasure].

Now, both his physical body and his Primordial Spirit began to disintegrate. Boundless power from the Tribulation Fortune Great Path intertwined with his flesh and soul, forcibly dissolving his Primordial Spirit and corporeal form in a final, catastrophic release.

This was the power of the Tribulation Fortune Great Path, a manifestation of the Supreme Rule Great Path of Chaos. Against such a force, even an Indestructibility Primordial Spirit was powerless. Only a wisp of remnant soul, sheathed in a sliver of Indestructibility Divinity, managed to escape, vanishing into the endless expanse of the Heavenly Vault.

"Imperial Scion Zhuyin... has fallen."

At that moment, a heavy, wordless silence descended upon all who witnessed it.

Even if the Dragon Clan or a Great Encompassing Golden Immortal were to intervene, paying a certain price, there was a significant possibility that Zhuyin could be revived. Yet, it was undeniable that he had been utterly defeated and had fallen.

This was Zhuyin! The direct bloodline descendant of Candle Dragon Heavenly Emperor, a peerless Ancient Immortal whose combat prowess rivaled those with a True Spirit Foundation. Who could have imagined he would perish here, in a battle that could not even be called a fair duel?

"Hahahaha!"

Little Heavenly Emperor of Golden Crows let out a wild, desperate laugh, his face etched with despair.

He did not flee. In his heart, he understood clearly that even if he escaped this place, he could not advance further in the short term. Rather than being hunted down like a stray dog under the machinations of their intertwined Destiny [the predetermined course of events for a cultivator], it was better to face a glorious, decisive battle.

He spoke no more. With a resolute gaze, he gripped his Solar Divine Spear and charged forth, intent on continuing the climactic duel with Eldrin Chen. The others also unleashed their power, determined to see this confrontation through to its end.

Yet, even when united, they had been no match for Eldrin Chen. Now, with one less combatant in Zhuyin, how could they possibly withstand him?

In this battle, Eldrin Chen fought with frenzied abandon. He paid no heed to Little Heavenly Emperor of Golden Crows, focusing his full might against the peerless Ancient Immortal like Kunpeng Child, Kongling, and Crimson Crow.

After a mere three thousand exchanges, Kunpeng Child was cleaved asunder upon the heavens and earth. In less than another thousand clashes, Kongling was forcibly suppressed and slain within the Soul-Extinction Ancient Land.

As for the Primordial Era Demonic Dragon, Nine Nether Abyssal Netherworld Venerable, Crimson Crow Imperial Scion, Verdant Crow Imperial Princess, the North Sea Mysterious Tortoise, and Lunar Crow Imperial Prince, they were even further from being a match for Eldrin Chen.

Yet within mere dozens of exchanges, the Primordial Era Demonic Dragon was shattered into several segments by Eldrin Chen, the Crimson Crow Imperial Scion was torn asunder while still alive, and the North Sea Mysterious Tortoise was battered into scattered pieces.

A proud prodigy of her generation, the Verdant Crow Imperial Princess, had her Dao Heart [the foundational core of a cultivator's will and resolve] utterly shattered by Eldrin Chen. Gazing upon that figure, divine yet demonic, she collapsed to the ground in that moment, utterly at a loss for how to respond.

The Lunar Crow Imperial Prince abandoned his companions entirely, fleeing into the distance. Raving and half-mad, he howled, "Run! He is the butcher, he is the apocalypse, he is the Oblivion [the ultimate state of annihilation and nothingness] of all things, the eternal The End [the final, inescapable conclusion of all cycles]."

"*Crack.*"

Eldrin Chen wrenched the head from the shoulders of the Nine Nether Abyssal Netherworld Venerable and casually cast it aside. He did not pursue the now-insane Lunar Crow Imperial Prince, instead turning his gaze to the Little Heavenly Emperor of Golden Crows. "Your turn," he stated.

"A figure like you, who single-handedly slaughtered an entire glorious age into desolation... such a one has not appeared in the Three Thousand Immortal Domains for thousands of Kalpa Tribulation [immense cosmic cycles spanning billions of years]," the Little Heavenly Emperor of Golden Crows spoke slowly, a sigh in his voice. "I have no cause for grievance in this defeat."

"Come then," he said. "Let me fall in battle here, and witness your true power."

"As you wish."

Eldrin Chen spoke these words, his tone calm and measured.

Soaring Sky Imperial Scion let out a hearty laugh. The Solar Divine Spear in his hand pierced through heaven and earth, thrusting forward with a radiance that could blind the world.

This was the pinnacle battle of the Immortal Ruins Ancient Continent, and also the ultimate conflict of this tribulation for the Three Thousand Immortal Domains. Eldrin Chen and the Soaring Sky Imperial Scion engaged in a monumental duel that would shake the ages.

The Soaring Sky Imperial Scion lived up to his status as the Heavenly Emperor's Direct Offspring. His battle intent soared to the clouds, his surging, fervent blood burned, and his aura swept across the Vast and Boundless Chaos. He was like an eternal Solar Sun [the primordial essence of the sun], becoming the most dazzling brilliance upon the Immortal Ruins Ancient Continent.

In any other era, the Soaring Sky Imperial Scion would have been the undisputed eternal sun, the most resplendent light between heaven and earth. Unfortunately, he had encountered Eldrin Chen.

This was the foremost prodigy in the history of the Three Thousand Immortal Domains, one who, without even cultivating the Nine Heavenly Passes to their ultimate limit, was already the indisputable possessor of Path Ancestor Immortal Sage Potential.

As Eldrin Chen unleashed his full power, the sky-obscuring Chaos Giant Hand blotted out everything. It was like a Chaos End [the primordial beast that devours all existence] silently swallowing the cosmos, burying all in its wake.

"I am defeated."

In the end, the Soaring Sky Imperial Scion was left bloodied and battered, his Indestructibility Divine Soul [a soul cultivated to a state of near-absolute resilience] beginning to disintegrate.

Pale-faced, he gazed at Eldrin Chen, yet the eternal battle-lust in his eyes remained as piercing as the Solar Sun. "My defeat is not unjust," he declared, "but this is not the end."

"I possess the True Spirit Physique [a legendary body constitution of immense resilience and potential]. I am the foundation of eternal Indestructibility [the state of being unbreakable and everlasting]. What fails to kill me will only forge me into something greater."

"No matter how long it takes, even if it is one thousand Kalpa Tribulation [immense cosmic cycles], or ten thousand Kalpa Tribulation [immense cosmic cycles] from now, the day will come when I face you in battle once more."

"I will be waiting."

Eldrin Chen spoke with a calm finality, watching as Soaring Sky Imperial Scion met his bloody end. Only the shattered remnants of his True Spirit Physique [a supreme physical constitution born from a True Spirit's essence] plummeted down onto the Soul-Extinction Ancient Land [an ancient, desolate land where souls are said to wither and fade].

"BOOM—"

In that instant, the Soul-Extinction Ancient Land [an ancient, desolate land where souls are said to wither and fade] seemed to seethe. Countless Great Path Divine Chains [divine chains embodying the laws of the Great Path] intertwined with the Imperial Scion's flesh, yet they proved incapable of fully dissolving his physical form.

Even more surprising, the mangled corpse of Soaring Sky Imperial Scion actually sank deep into the heart of the Soul-Extinction Ancient Land [an ancient, desolate land where souls are said to wither and fade] and vanished from sight.

"This…"

By now, Exquisite Jiang had also routed the remaining members of the Demon Race [a powerful race of malevolent beings]. Witnessing this scene, a look of astonishment crossed her features.

Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly. He performed a swift divination with his fingers and then declared, "A clever scheme by the Solar Heavenly Emperor [the Celestial Ruler of the Sun]. He used my hand to sever his Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator], seeking to break and then rebuild himself anew within this Soul-Extinction Ancient Land [an ancient, desolate land where souls are said to wither and fade]."

It turned out that when Soaring Sky Imperial Scion was slain by Eldrin Chen, his Indestructibility Primordial Spirit [a divine ability granting an unbreakable spiritual core] had indeed been completely severed and returned to the Great Path. However, a sliver of Indestructibility Divinity [a state of divine, unbreakable essence] remained within his flesh, cradling a faint remnant of his soul and his True Spirit [the foundational spiritual essence of a supreme being].

Thus, the True Spirit [the highest form of spiritual essence, a state of pure spiritual existence] perished within the Soul-Extinction Ancient Land, which precisely aligned with the conditions for Nirvana [a state of complete liberation and transcendence] and Rebirth [the divine ability to be reborn anew]—to break completely before rising again, severing all past karma.

Exquisite Jiang grasped this point and exclaimed in astonishment, "You mean to say that when this Soaring Sky Imperial Scion perishes here and awakens once more, he will have cultivated the True Spirit Primordial Spirit [a divine ability representing the ultimate fusion of one's true spirit and primordial soul]."

Eldrin Chen nodded, his tone calm. "Although this Soaring Sky Imperial Scion has triumphed over a hundred Kalpa Tribulation [cosmic cycles of destruction and renewal], his path has been far too smooth. He has never faced a truly evenly-matched, formidable foe, which is why he has been unable to cultivate the second True Spirit Foundation [the foundational cultivation art for achieving a True Spirit state]."

"The Solar Heavenly Emperor [a title for a supreme ruler associated with the sun] likely foresaw this step. Therefore, he had him enter this tribulation, using me as the whetstone to help the Soaring Sky Imperial Scion break and then rebuild, ultimately achieving that True Spirit Primordial Spirit."

"Such intricate scheming."

Exquisite Jiang was inwardly shaken and could not help but praise, "Truly worthy of being a Chaos Heavenly Emperor [a title for a supreme ruler born from primordial chaos]. Such calculation and methods are truly extraordinary."

Nether Phoenix also nodded, speaking serenely, "For those who stand above the Great Encompassing [a realm representing vast, all-encompassing power], even death itself can be treated as part of the cultivation process if it leads to a step forward on their path."

"From what I know, within the Endless Chaos, there has never been a shortage of those who willingly abandoned their Great Encompassing Path Fruit [the fruit of cultivation achieved in the Great Encompassing Realm], severed all ties, and embarked on a path of cultivation anew from within Reincarnation [the cycle of death and rebirth], ultimately ascending once more to the realm of a Chaos Imperial Lord [an Imperial Lord born from or mastering primordial chaos]."

Speaking of this, Nether Phoenix looked up with a gaze of reverence. "Take, for instance, the venerable Great Abyss Immortal Sage. Legend has it that during the Primordial Era, he chanced upon a seed of a Chaos Spiritual Root [a spiritual plant of supreme rank, born from primordial chaos]."

"In his quest to prove the Great Encompassing Realm, the senior Great Abyss did not hesitate to sever all his memories and even abandon his cultivation as a Great Perfection Primordial One Imperial Lord [an Imperial Lord who has reached the peak of the Primordial One stage] to step into Reincarnation. In the end, he became the divine soul nurtured by that very Chaos Spiritual Root."

"It is precisely because of this that the venerable Great Abyss Immortal Sage [a supreme being who has attained the Immortal Sage realm] was able to prove his path and ascend to the Chaos Immortal Sage [the highest known realm of cultivation, representing mastery over primordial chaos]."

"There is such a thing?"

Eldrin Chen was slightly surprised. He had not imagined that one of the current two Path Ancestor Immortal Sage [the supreme patriarchs who have founded their own cultivation paths and attained the Immortal Sage realm] of the Human Race had actually achieved the Dao with a body possessing a Chaos Spiritual Root [a legendary innate constitution attuned to the primordial chaos, considered the pinnacle of spiritual roots].

Yet, after a moment, Eldrin Chen shook his head. Gazing at the spot where the Little Heavenly Emperor of Golden Crows [the young scion of the Golden Crow lineage, bearing the title of a future Heavenly Emperor] had vanished, he said, "As I suspected, after one Kalpa Tribulation [a grand cosmic cycle of immense duration, often marked by great upheaval and renewal], this Soaring Sky will awaken and return once more."

"When that time comes, he will be a peerless prodigy with a dual True Spirit Foundation [a supreme foundational cultivation method that forges one's spiritual core with the essence of a True Spirit]. Exquisite, are you confident you can handle him?"

Exquisite Jiang pondered for a moment before replying, "One Kalpa Tribulation should be sufficient time for me to cultivate a second, perhaps even a third, True Spirit Foundation."

"It is good that you have such confidence."

Eldrin Chen offered a faint smile. "If we, husband and wife, can both tread upon his path to achieve our own Dao, it will surely become a celebrated tale."

As he spoke, Eldrin Chen waved his sleeve. He retrieved the Path Source [the condensed essence of a cultivator's lifelong cultivation path, a treasure of immense power] left by the Little Heavenly Emperor of Golden Crows, and gathered the other Path Source obtained from the battlefield into his hand.

But at that very moment, his brow furrowed slightly. His gaze turned towards the Depths of Chaos [the primordial, formless expanse beyond the ordered realms] that lay beyond the Immortal Ruins Ancient Continent.

Exquisite Jiang noticed his unusual demeanor and could not help but inquire, "What is the matter?"

Eldrin Chen's gaze turned grave, a trace of apprehension in his voice as he said, "I sense it. That is the aura of my Kalpa Tribulation Fated Adversary [a destined opponent or nemesis encountered during a major tribulation]."

The others were momentarily stunned. Nyssa Qu could not resist asking, "Isn't your Fated Adversary for this Kalpa Tribulation supposed to be the Little Heavenly Emperor of Golden Crows?"

"It is true that I am the Fated Adversary of the Little Heavenly Emperor of Golden Crows,"

Eldrin Chen stated calmly, then shook his head. "But a mere Little Heavenly Emperor of Golden Crows is not worthy of being my true Fated Adversary."

Nether Phoenix's expression shifted slightly, and she immediately pressed, "Where is your Fated Adversary?"

Eldrin Chen closed his eyes to focus his senses. After a moment, he opened them and declared, "Beyond the Three Thousand Immortal Domains, within the Chaos Heaven Abyss [a legendary and perilous chasm of primordial chaos]."

"The Chaos Heaven Abyss?"

The faces of the group paled instantly, for they all understood the profound danger of that place.

Nether Phoenix took a deep breath before speaking. "It is said that after the fall of the Purple Seal Immortal Lord, he left his legacy within the Chaos Heaven Abyss. It seems the legend holds true."

Sunder Heaven Heavenly Demon Emperor furrowed his brow slightly and then spoke, "In this Kalpa Tribulation [a cosmic cycle of immense destruction and rebirth], the vast majority of Eight Tribulations Ancient Immortal [immortals who have survived eight great heavenly tribulations] from the Three Thousand Immortal Domains have entered the tribulation for the sake of the Purple Seal's Legacy. It is highly likely that the Southern Abyss Seven Heavenly Domains also have a great number of Eight Tribulations Ancient Immortal who have entered the fray for this reason."

"If the Purple Seal's Legacy is within the Chaos Heaven Abyss [the primordial, turbulent chasm separating realms], I fear not only the Southern Abyss Seven Heavenly Domains, but even those foreign domains of the Northern Abyss Six Heavenly Domains will come rushing at the mere whisper of its location."

"The Northern Abyss Six Heavenly Domains?"

Eldrin Chen murmured, a flicker of solemnity appearing in his gaze.

Sunder Heaven Heavenly Demon Emperor nodded, and after a long pause, said, "Though separated by the Chaos Heaven Abyss, the Northern Abyss Six Heavenly Domains remain our greatest adversaries."

"Especially that True Demon Primordial Domain, whose strength surpasses even our own Three Thousand Immortal Domains. Were it not for the barrier of the Chaos Heaven Abyss, we might not have withstood their assault during the war of the Late Primordial Era [the final epoch of the world's creation]."

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed once more.

He closed his eyes to sense again, and from the northern reaches of the Chaos Heaven Abyss, he felt an endless Obsidian Abyss [a profound and menacing aura of darkness] rolling forth, engulfing the entire expanse of Chaos [the formless primordial state before creation].

"Such formidable pressure. I sense it now—my Fated Adversary [a rival destined by cosmic law] in this Kalpa Tribulation lies precisely within the Northern Shore of the Heaven Abyss."

Eldrin Chen uttered these words slowly, his expression hardening for the first time as if facing a dire and formidable foe.

Upon hearing this, the group exchanged glances, their expressions a mixture of apprehension and disbelief. Nether Phoenix [the Nether Phoenix] drew a deep breath before speaking. "If even you, with your foundation of Three True Spirit Foundations [Three True Spirit Foundations], feel such profound caution, then this individual must have achieved at least the same level of attainment."

"I fear it may be more than that."

Eldrin Chen murmured softly. Once he fully assimilated the gains from this encounter, given his foundational strength and accumulated resources, he was certain he could advance to the Four True Spirit Foundations [Four True Spirit Foundations].

If his opponent possessed merely the Three True Spirit Foundations [Three True Spirit Foundations], it likely wouldn't have exerted such immense pressure upon him.

"It seems the Northern Shore of the Heaven Abyss [Northern Shore of the Heaven Abyss] has also given birth to a prodigy of rare talent."

Eldrin Chen spoke calmly, instantly reining in his wandering thoughts.

His gaze settled upon the various Path Source [Path Source spiritual objects] before him, his eyes reflecting a serene composure. "So be it," he declared. "Stepping beyond the Three Thousand Immortal Domains [Three Thousand Immortal Domains] and venturing into the Chaos Heaven Abyss [Chaos Heaven Abyss] to test myself against the heroes from various Primordial Domain [Primordial Domains] might just provide the catalyst I need to forge the fifth, or even the Six True Spirit Foundations [Six True Spirit Foundations]."

Having spoken his mind, Eldrin Chen turned his attention back to his companions.

Only now did Eldrin Chen fully register the extent of their injuries from the recent battle.

Though they had emerged victorious, the price paid for their triumph was far from insignificant.

Among the eight Ancient Immortal [powerful beings who have transcended mortality and attained a state of near-immortality] present, all except for Eldrin Chen and Exquisite Jiang bore grievous wounds.

Of the injured, Reincarnation Body [a profound technique allowing one to manifest a secondary, independent physical form], Nether Phoenix, and Nyssa Qu suffered relatively lighter injuries and would recover before long. However, Sunder Heaven Heavenly Demon Emperor's Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core and true essence of a cultivator] was severely damaged, and his physical body was nearly shattered, requiring an extensive period for restoration.

The injuries of Primordial Chaos Black Dragon and Primordial Era Ice Phoenix were far more dire. The Primordial Chaos Black Dragon had been pierced through its Primordial Spirit by an Innate Spiritual Treasure [a supreme treasure born from the primordial chaos of creation, possessing immense power], and now clung to life only by a dose of Undying Soul Water [a miraculous spiritual liquid that can mend and sustain the soul]. The Primordial Era Ice Phoenix had its physical form destroyed and its Primordial Spirit mostly extinguished; its recovery would likely span an age.

After examining their conditions, Eldrin Chen spoke gravely, "Your wounds are profound. I fear it will take a full Kalpa Tribulation [a grand cosmic cycle of immense duration, often spanning billions of years] for you to heal."

"The coming conflicts... you will likely be unable to partake in them."

With a sigh, Eldrin Chen retrieved several portions of supreme-grade Path Source [a rare spiritual essence that nourishes and advances one's cultivation path] and bestowed them upon the two, along with a vast trove of treasures to aid their secluded recovery.

Having settled these matters, Eldrin Chen then distributed the spoils of war among the other survivors.

Understanding the formidable power of their impending Fated Adversary [a destined, inescapable foe of immense significance], Eldrin Chen chose not to hold back this time when selecting from the Rare Spiritual Wonders [extremely precious spiritual materials and objects].

He directly claimed the Path Source of five top-tier Ancient Immortal—including Soaring Sky Imperial Scion, Kunpeng Imperial Scion, and North Sea Mysterious Tortoise—all aligned with the Five Elements Attribute [the fundamental forces of Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth]. He also took possession of numerous captured Great Encompassing Rare Treasure [objects of profound rarity and power from the primordial chaos].

Among these were five strands of World-Opening Aurora [a chaotic light from the dawn of creation], one portion of Chaos Primordial Breath [the primal, unformed energy of chaos], and one portion of Great Encompassing Blade Fiend Aura [a supremely sharp and destructive chaotic essence]—all resources Eldrin Chen urgently required.

In addition to these treasures, Eldrin Chen also acquired seven or eight top-tier Great Encompassing Rare Treasures. Though of little immediate use to him, each was a rare and precious item among such treasures, so Eldrin Chen kept them as part of the clan's strategic reserves for unforeseen circumstances.

After Eldrin Chen made his selections, the others chose their rewards based on their battle merits. Each received several portions of Path Source [a primordial substance that aids in comprehending and advancing along one's cultivation path] and Rare Spiritual Wonders, their faces lighting up with joy.

For instance, Exquisite Jiang selected five portions of Path Source. Barring any unforeseen setbacks, her prospects for cultivating the Half-Step True Spirit Great Path [an advanced cultivation method that brings one halfway to achieving a True Spirit body] were now exceedingly promising.

Once the treasures were distributed, Eldrin Chen spoke, "Next, I shall undertake secluded cultivation here."

"This period of seclusion is of paramount importance. Unless an Opportunity and Fortune [a rare and profound chance encounter or blessing that can drastically alter one's destiny] arises within the Chaos Heaven Abyss, you must take care not to disturb me." This content originates from audio-novel dot com. Please respect copyright.