Chapter 2013 : Ascension and the Abyssal Seal

After this thought surfaced in his mind, Eldrin Chen did not immediately emerge from seclusion.

Since the other party had not yet made a move, Eldrin Chen was in no hurry. Having just advanced to the Primordial One Imperial Lord Realm, it was the perfect time to elevate the Returning Abyss Seal into a Twenty-Four Patterns Supreme Grade Innate Spiritual Treasure.

No sooner thought than done. Eldrin Chen directly exhaled streams of Innate Indestructibility Spirit Light [a pure, unbreakable spiritual radiance], causing them to fully merge into the Returning Abyss Seal.

After successively merging over one hundred streams of Innate Indestructibility Spirit Light, the twelve treasures that comprised the Returning Abyss Seal all transformed into twenty-four Supreme Grade Innate Spiritual Treasure [the highest grade of treasures born from the world's primal essence].

Upon completing this stage of advancement, the power of the Returning Abyss Seal surged once more, increasing by more than double, reaching a level roughly comparable to a Four Patterns Innate Supreme Treasure Embryo [the nascent form of a supreme treasure, bearing four foundational patterns of cosmic law].

"That should suffice."

Having finished elevating the Returning Abyss Seal, Eldrin Chen finally drew a deep breath.

After this breakthrough, it was unlikely his cultivation base and strength could progress much further in the short term.

Thus, without the slightest hesitation, he immediately stepped out of Chaos Heaven.

The moment he stepped beyond Chaos Heaven, Eldrin Chen's gaze sharpened slightly, turning towards the boundless Heavenly Vault above. The story continues at audio-novel dot com.

Across the vast and desolate heavens, over a hundred Demon Race Imperial Lords stood arrayed at the horizon's edge, as if they had been waiting for a long time.

"The Primordial Solar Great Emperor, the Primordial Era Thunder Crow Great Emperor, the Bifang Great Emperor, the Azure Dragon Great Emperor, the Golden-Winged Great Roc Great Emperor…"

"For the Ten Great Emperors of the Demon Race to appear together, you truly honor me with your presence," Eldrin Chen said, his gaze turning profoundly grave.

Clad in his Thunderclap Battle Armor and astride a Primordial Era Kui Ox, the Primordial Era Thunder Abyss Great Emperor regarded Eldrin Chen with a placid expression. "By the decree of the Heavenly Emperor, I am here to apprehend the Returning Abyss Path Master," he declared.

"All others not involved, disperse at once."

"By whose decree?"

Shielding Eldrin Chen behind him, the Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor spoke with icy detachment. "Do you truly believe the Human Race can be bullied so easily?"

"Hmph."

A cold, mocking laugh echoed from within the depths of Void Heaven.

The Primordial Solar Great Emperor [a title for a supreme ruler of the sun and fire] approached with calm steps, his expression placid as he spoke. "The decree of the Heavenly Emperor [the supreme ruler of the heavens] cannot be defied."

"Obsidian Abyss, do you truly seek your own demise?"

"Is that so?"

At that very moment, a voice echoed down from the heights of Void Heaven [a celestial realm of profound emptiness].

Eldrin Chen looked up to see a figure clad in snow-white robes strolling forward.

Merely by standing there, He resembled an ancient Peerless Immortal Sword [a divine blade of unmatched sharpness], radiating an eternal, Indestructibility [the quality of being unbreakable and everlasting] Sword Intent [the conceptual will and sharpness embodied by a master swordsman].

"The Western Pole Voidwalker Sword Emperor."

A flicker of recognition stirred within Eldrin Chen's heart as he identified this figure's origin.

Previously, among the Human Race's Five Direction Great Emperors [five legendary emperors representing the cardinal directions and center], the Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor was ranked first in overall combat prowess. Yet, this Western Pole Voidwalker Sword Emperor was foremost in pure Slaughter [the art and power of killing].

For he wielded the Innate Supreme Treasure [a primordial artifact born of the cosmos] known as the 'Voidwalker Imperial Sword'. Ranked second among the Ten Great Immortal Swords of the Three Thousand Immortal Domains [the myriad realms where immortals dwell], it was a supreme Slaughter Immortal Sword, surpassed in power only by the Chaos Spiritual Artifact [a weapon forged from primordial chaos], the Great Abyss Sword.

Among the Human Race's Five Direction Great Emperors, only the Voidwalker Sword Emperor and the Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor had mastered an Innate Supreme Treasure [a supreme magical treasure born from the primordial chaos of heaven and earth], their strength surpassing the other three Great Emperor [the pinnacle sovereigns of the cultivation world] by a significant margin.

At the very moment the Voidwalker Sword Emperor appeared, ripples began to spread through the void.

Eldrin Chen turned to look, only to witness several dozen peerless Imperial Lord [powerful rulers just one step below the Great Emperors] shattering the firmament as they arrived.

Among them were figures like the Southern Pole Bright Radiance Great Emperor, the Central Heaven Purple Tenuity Great Emperor, and the Eastern Pole Verdant Splendor Great Emperor, all Great Emperor of the Human Race.

There were also familiar and formidable Human Race Imperial Lord such as the Grand Nether Imperial Lord, the Frigid Heaven Imperial Lord, and the Great Center Imperial Lord.

Yet more were peerless Imperial Lord with whom Eldrin Chen had never interacted, making it clear the Human Race had come prepared. Aside from a few Primordial One Imperial Lord [the highest tier of Imperial Lords] in secluded cultivation, over half had come to lend their aid.

This stirred a flicker of warmth and a deeper sense of belonging within Eldrin Chen's heart. Continue reading this story at audi novel.com.

"Hmph—"

Only after the assembled Human Race Emperors had taken their positions did the Voidwalker Sword Emperor speak, his voice cold and detached. "You, who hold the title of Great Emperor, would stoop to act against a newly ascended Imperial Lord? Truly, you have forsaken all dignity."

"Since you have cast aside all face to make your move, let us dispense with words. Draw your blades and let battle be joined."

As his words fell, Voidwalker Sword Emperor struck without hesitation. The boundless sword energy in his hand surged, shaking the Heavenly Vault [the celestial dome of the heavens], as he charged towards the assembled heroes of the Demon Race [the race of malevolent beings that cultivate demonic arts].

Witnessing this, the various Human Race [the race of humans who cultivate the orthodox path] Great Emperors also joined the fray, lending their aid.

Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor did not act immediately. Instead, he turned his gaze to the Eldrin Chen behind him and said, "The Demon Race forces are formidable. If the Divine Clan [the ancient and powerful race of divine beings] does not commit its full strength, I fear even we cannot guarantee your protection."

"Stay close to me later. If the situation turns dire, follow me as we fight our way out."

"Fellow Daoists of the Human Race, we have come to lend our assistance!"

Just as the two were conversing, the sound of a Great Path [a supreme cultivation technique or law] echoed from beyond the heavens.

Eldrin Chen looked up to see more than thirty Divine Clan Imperial Lord [a powerful cultivator who has attained the rank of an Imperial Lord] figures tearing through the void to arrive. Among them were familiar faces to Eldrin Chen, including Tai Cang Divine Emperor and others.

However, for this battle, the Divine Clan had only sent two Great Emperor [a supreme cultivator who has attained the rank of a Great Emperor]—Tai Cang Divine Emperor and Void Divine Emperor. As for Primordial One Imperial Lord [an Imperial Lord who has reached the Primordial One stage] at the Divine King [a powerful rank within the Divine Clan hierarchy] level, only seven or eight had come.

Eldrin Chen had anticipated this. Although the Human Race and the Divine Clan were allies, there was still a certain degree of separation and hierarchy between them.

The Divine Clan itself was not a monolithic entity. Not all Primordial One Imperial Lord were favorably inclined towards the Human Race, let alone willing to engage in bloody conflict with the Demon Race for the sake of Eldrin Chen alone.

Considering that many Imperial Lord [a supreme cultivator who has established their own immortal domain] were in seclusion or were outside the Primordial Immortal Domain [the primordial realm where immortals reside], the fact that over thirty Imperial Lord had gathered this time was likely already a significant gesture of respect towards Exquisite Jiang and the Tai Cang Imperial Lord.

Regardless, upon realizing that the Divine Clan [a clan of beings with divine heritage] had sent only two Great Emperor [a sovereign ruler among cultivators, surpassing the Imperial Lord realm], Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor understood this place could no longer be held.

He took a deep breath, grabbed Eldrin Chen by the arm, and declared, "Follow me. We fight our way out."

As his words fell, Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor immediately pulled Eldrin Chen with him, charging towards Obsidian Abyss Heaven [his celestial domain]. His intent was to use the grand defensive formation of the Immortal Court [the celestial court governing immortals] within Obsidian Abyss Heaven to hold off their pursuers.

Yet, in that very instant, a blaze of incandescent fire pierced the firmament, descending upon them with crushing force.

Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor defended with all his might, forced back several paces before he could steady himself and look ahead.

There, at the edge of the Heavenly Vault [the celestial dome of the sky], stood a carriage intricately carved with Phoenix Patterns [symbols imbued with the essence of the mythical phoenix]. Behind layers of draping curtains, a figure of peerless grace and bearing seemed to have been waiting for some time.

"Vermilion Bird Sage Ascendant!"

Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor's heart sank, his expression turning grave. "For one of your stature, a Sage Ascendant [a cultivator who has ascended to the threshold of sagehood], to personally intervene against a mere junior..." he said, his voice heavy.

Behind the curtains, the peerless figure sat in serene meditation, utterly composed.

He gazed upon Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor [a title for a supreme ruler of the demonic abyss], His presence akin to a Primordial Era Divine Sovereign [a supreme deity from the dawn of creation] overlooking the Myriad Heavens [the countless realms and celestial domains]. Merely seated there, He compelled the submission of three thousand Great Path [the fundamental cosmic laws and cultivation principles].

He did not utter a word, yet His silence itself was a pressure of the utmost intensity, an invisible weight crushing down.

The Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor [a title for a supreme ruler of the demonic abyss] wore a frigid expression. Noticing that more and more emperors of the Demon Race [the collective of demonic beings and clans] were breaking through the encirclement and closing in, he finally could not restrain himself from speaking. "Do you truly believe, with such actions, that the Great Abyss Immortal Sage [a title for a supremely powerful and ancient immortal] will not intervene?"

"You think..." the Vermilion Bird Sage Ascendant [a title for a supreme being who has ascended to sagehood, associated with the Vermilion Bird] finally spoke, His placid voice carrying across the void, "...that the Great Abyss Immortal Sage [a title for a supremely powerful and ancient immortal] can still act?"

"*Hum—*"

In that very instant, a series of intangible ripples emanated from the boundless Depths of Chaos [the primordial, formless expanse from which all existence emerged].

All present lifted their gazes. Within the Endless Chaos [the infinite, primordial void], they saw two indistinct, hazy figures locked in a standoff.

They were the masters of the Great Path [the fundamental cosmic laws and cultivation principles], the Sovereign [a supreme ruler over a vast domain] of the Vast and Boundless Chaos [the immeasurable primordial void]. Merely by confronting one another, the aura they unconsciously radiated had already birthed the Myriad Heavens [the countless realms and celestial domains] and sundered endless Space-Time [the fabric of reality encompassing dimensions and the flow of events].

They were beings one could not look upon directly, could not dare to behold. Only a torrential Chaos [the primordial, undifferentiated state of existence] energy veiled everything, transforming into layer upon layer of ripples that swept through the Myriad Heavens [the countless realms and celestial domains].

"Candle Dragon Heavenly Emperor [the sovereign emperor associated with the mythical Candle Dragon], Great Abyss Immortal Sage [a title for a supremely powerful and ancient immortal]."

Eldrin Chen murmured under his breath, a flicker of solemnity deepening in his gaze.

In that moment, he understood the situation clearly: Great Abyss Immortal Sage had been forced into the Depths of Chaos by Candle Dragon Heavenly Emperor and could no longer intervene in the current battlefield.

"Troublesome," he uttered.

A weight settled in Eldrin Chen's heart. He looked toward Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor, only to see the Great Emperor tighten his grip on the Obsidian Abyss Imperial Spear and meet his gaze with a meaningful look.

Eldrin Chen understood the silent command: he was to flee to the Chaos Desolation Sea on his own.

"Hah—"

From within the layers of veils upon the phoenix-drawn carriage, Vermilion Bird Sage Ascendant's expression remained placid, yet an undeniable authority emanated from him.

His eyes fixed on Eldrin Chen, he declared with an air of finality, "You will accompany me to the Solar Golden Pagoda."

No sooner had the words been spoken than Vermilion Bird Sage Ascendant made his move. A colossal, sky-obscuring palm materialized in an instant, descending with crushing force to suppress its target.

"BOOM—"

Yet in that very instant, a sound of Sunder Heaven echoed through the void.

An ancient furnace, vast enough to blot out the heavens, soared into the sky, intercepting the full-force strike of the Vermilion Bird Sage Ascendant.

Eldrin Chen looked up to see an elderly man clad in violet robes manifesting above Void Heaven.

The old man wore a broad smile as he addressed the Vermilion Bird Sage Ascendant. "Fellow Daoist Vermilion Bird, is there truly a need to trouble a junior so?"

"Qilin Furnace [a legendary furnace forged with the essence of the Primordial Qilin], Primordial Qilin Patriarch."

The pupils of the Vermilion Bird Sage Ascendant contracted slightly, his expression turning icy. "Do you also wish to meddle in this affair?"

Primordial Qilin Patriarch spoke, his demeanor perpetually nonchalant. "This old man does indeed wish to have a say in this matter."

"Then let us see the truth in our techniques."

As the words fell, the Vermilion Bird Sage Ascendant struck immediately, manifesting the Vermilion Heaven Solar Fire Sword to press down with overwhelming force.

This was the Innate Lifebound Supreme Treasure of the Vermilion Bird Sage Ascendant, the Vermilion Heaven Solar Fire Sword. Ranked third among the Ten Great Immortal Swords of the Three Thousand Immortal Domains, its might was in no way inferior to the Voidwalker Imperial Sword.

At this moment, the Vermilion Bird Sage Ascendant [a supreme cultivator who has attained the Sage Ascendant realm through the Vermilion Bird lineage] personally took action. Instantly, he Burst forth with a power capable of annihilating all things.

The Primordial Qilin Patriarch remained unmoved. With a mere activation of the Qilin Furnace in his hand, he effortlessly blocked the Slaughter unleashed by the Vermilion Bird Sage Ascendant, his expression calm as he spoke:

"Today, I shall make you understand that even among fellow Sage Ascendant [cultivators who have ascended to the penultimate stage before godhood], a chasm exists between you and me."

As his words faded, one after another, Great Path Divine Form [manifestations of a cultivator's profound comprehension of a fundamental cosmic law] materialized behind the Primordial Qilin Patriarch's head. In the blink of an eye, they transformed into nine distinct Great Path Divine Form, effortlessly suppressing the Vermilion Heaven Solar Fire Sword [a supreme sword art channeling the essence of the crimson sun] until it could not move.

Witnessing this, the Vermilion Bird Sage Ascendant felt a tremor deep within his heart.

The Primordial Qilin Patriarch was originally a heaven-ordained Chaos Divine Sovereign [a supreme deity born from the primordial chaos]. Had he not been robbed of his Chaos Genesis Energy [the foundational energy of creation from the primordial chaos] by the Solar Heavenly Emperor, he would have long since stepped into the realm of a Chaos Divine Sovereign.

Such a figure, whose comprehension of the Great Path [the fundamental laws governing reality] encompassed nine different Great Path Divine Form, was far more formidable than an ordinary Sage Ascendant. Within the same realm, he could potentially contend against two opponents at once.

Now, facing the Primordial Qilin Patriarch's full-powered assault, the Vermilion Bird Sage Ascendant could no longer hold back.

A flicker of alarm crossed his face before he spoke, "Elder Brother Verdant Crow, lend me your aid, swiftly!"

"BOOM—"

As the words of the Vermilion Bird Sage Ascendant fell, a blinding divine radiance pierced through the void.

From the edge of the Void Heaven, a figure clad in cyan-gold battle armor surged forth, its arrival heralded by a terrifying divine light as it charged towards the Primordial Qilin Patriarch.

"The Primordial Era Verdant Crow Great Emperor!"

"Two Sage Ascendant [a supreme realm just below the Path Ancestors] have taken action. It seems the Demon Race is serious. We must break out now!"

The expression of the Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor shifted slightly, and he immediately pulled Eldrin Chen away.

"You shall not escape!"

At the same moment, another world-sundering roar echoed from the heights of the Void Heaven.

From the direction of the Heaven's Center, a Kunpeng [a mythical beast of immense size, part bird and part fish] even more colossal than a Heavenly Domain descended, its maw agape, intent on swallowing Eldrin Chen whole.

"The Kunpeng Sage Ascendant!"

Eldrin Chen's heart sank. He was prepared to shatter the void and flee, even at the cost of exposing the Returning Abyss Pearl, when a majestic and towering figure arrived, its presence shattering the very firmament.

He gripped the Desolate Heaven War Halberd [a legendary weapon of immense destructive power], his presence akin to a Primordial Era Divine Sovereign [an ancient god-king from the dawn of time] shattering the firmament as he descended. With a single earth-shaking blow, he sent the Kunpeng Demon Sage [a monstrous, world-spanning avian-serpent demon of immense power] hurtling through the air.

"The Desolate Heaven Quasi-Emperor [a supreme cultivator on the cusp of attaining the rank of Emperor]," Eldrin Chen murmured, his heart trembling as he recognized the figure's identity.

Even though the Demon Race [the collective term for monstrous, often bestial, cultivators and beings] held overwhelming power, and the alliance between the Human and Divine Races [the united front of humanity and the god-like Divine Clan] to resist them was a fundamental racial strategy, the fact that the Divine Clan [a race of beings with innate divine power and longevity] had intervened to this extent meant he now owed them a significant debt of gratitude.

The Desolate Heaven Quasi-Emperor and the Kunpeng Sage Ascendant [a being one step below a true Sage, possessing the form of the mythical Kunpeng] erupted into a cataclysmic battle that shook the heavens. As the clash reached its peak, the Quasi-Emperor cast a final glance at Eldrin Chen and declared, "Remember this debt, young one."

"Now—we go!"

While Eldrin was still reeling from the revelation, the Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor [an Emperor whose power is likened to a bottomless, lightless chasm] seized his arm. With terrifying force, he carved a path through the encirclement of several Demon Race Imperial Lords [powerful demonic rulers], fighting their way free.

They battled their way out of the Primordial Immortal Domain [an ancient realm of profound spiritual energy and danger], finally managing to shake off, for the moment, the relentless pursuit of the Demon Race.

Yet, in that very instant, the roiling Chaos [the formless, primordial void between realms] erupted once more with a force capable of ending worlds and extinguishing heavens.

Eldrin Chen and the Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor mustered their full power to withstand the onslaught, only to see over twenty powerful figures at the Imperial Lord [a high rank of cultivation, denoting rulership over a domain] level converging upon them. Their intent was clear: to surround, hunt, and utterly annihilate Eldrin Chen.

"Others from the Primordial Domain."

"Have the Demon Race gone mad? To actually lure powerful enemies from beyond our borders here?"

After a brief clash, Eldrin Chen recognized the origins of these figures and was utterly shaken.

One must understand, this was within the bounds of the Three Thousand Immortal Domains Grand Formation [a colossal defensive array protecting the immortal realms]. Even outside of wartime, entry was not freely granted; beings at the Imperial Lord [a supreme cultivation realm] level were required to register their passage.

How could these powerful experts at the Primordial One Imperial Lord Realm [the peak stage of the Imperial Lord realm] have reached this place unless the Demon Race had secretly allowed them passage?

"If the Solar Heavenly Emperor [a title for a supreme celestial ruler] could ambush the experts of the Primordial Era Divine Court [the ancient celestial court] back then, what wouldn't they do now?"

Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor spoke, his gaze cold and indifferent as it swept over the assembled foes.

These foreign experts were all peerless Primordial One Imperial Lord [the peak stage of the Imperial Lord realm], and among them were even four beings at the Great Emperor [a realm surpassing Imperial Lord] level.

Of these four, three were Eldrin Chen's Great Path Rival [a destined rival on the path of cultivation]: the Profound Darkness Great Emperor from the Nether Race [the race of beings from the underworld], the Verdant Extreme Saint Emperor from the Primordial Domain of Saint and Demon, and the Profound Desolation Great Emperor hailing from the Domain of Chaos Firmamental Extreme.

The final figure was one Eldrin Chen had long heard of: the Heaven's Deduction Saint Emperor from the Primordial Domain of Saint and Demon.

"The Demon Race could pursue us at any moment. We cannot linger here. Remember to stay close to me."

Seeing that the Demon Race forces had already chased them out of the Primordial Immortal Domain, Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor was unwilling to delay for even a moment longer.

He immediately summoned his Thunder Emperor Battle Armor [a legendary suit of armor imbued with the power of thunder] and channeled his energy into the Obsidian Abyss Imperial Spear [a peerless spear forged from the essence of the deepest abyss], charging forward with an aura of invincibility as he carved a path into the Sea of Chaos [a turbulent, primordial expanse of chaotic energies].

True to his reputation as a peerless Great Emperor [a supreme sovereign who has mastered profound cosmic laws] who had mastered the Six Paths True Spirit Divine Forms [a supreme divine art allowing the manifestation of six primordial spirit avatars], Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor now manifested those very forms. Even facing four other Great Emperor-level opponents, he did not yield an inch, forcefully cleaving open a Path to Heaven [a legendary technique said to forge a passage through any obstacle, leading to the heavens].

As they fought their way out of the Three Thousand Immortal Domains, Eldrin Chen suddenly noticed two figures standing in confrontation just beyond the borders of the realms.

"That is... it's the Primordial Era Spirit Emperor, and the 'Heaven's Prison Sage Ascendant' from the Primordial Domain of Saint and Demon [an ancient and perilous realm where holy and demonic powers clash]."

Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor spoke, his expression grave. "It seems the Demon Race also enlisted this Sage Ascendant [a cultivator who has ascended to a state of profound wisdom and power, just below the ultimate sages]. Fortunately, the Primordial Era Spirit Emperor has intercepted him."

He continued, "As one of the paramount powerhouses among the Hundred Immortal Spirit Races [a legendary alliance of one hundred immortal and spirit clans], the Primordial Era Spirit Emperor is a sworn brother to the Primordial Qilin Ancestor. It was to be expected that they would act together."

"However, you must remember this debt of gratitude in your heart."

"I understand."

Eldrin Chen nodded, his expression grave as he spoke.

As they conversed, the two continued their desperate flight toward the Chaos Desolation Sea.

Yet the methods of their formidable pursuers were simply too numerous. These Great Emperors even carried Innate Supreme Treasures imbued with Spatial Attributes [properties that allow manipulation of space]. It was not long before the various Great Emperors caught up to them once more.

Eldrin Chen realized with a heart heavy as stone that not only had the four Great Emperors led by Heaven's Deduction Saint Emperor arrived, but three others—Primordial Era Thunder Crow Great Emperor, Bifang Great Emperor, and Primordial Solar Great Emperor—had also closed in.

"You will not escape," a voice thundered.

It was Heaven's Deduction Saint Emperor who spoke. In an instant, he summoned his Innate Supreme Treasure, the 'Heaven's Deduction Disk' [a divine artifact capable of calculating and sealing fate], unleashing endless arrays of sealing runes that locked down heaven and earth.

From all directions of the void, one Great Emperor after another arrived, their killing intent palpable.

"Like vengeful spirits that refuse to disperse," Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor murmured with a sigh, witnessing the scene.

He placed a hand on Eldrin Chen's shoulder and declared, "I will hold them here. You must reach the Chaos Desolation Sea."

"Remember, no matter what happens, do not look back."

"None of you shall escape."

Primordial Solar Imperial Lord spoke, unleashing his Innate Supreme Treasure, the Primordial Solar Immortal Lamp.

In an instant, a deluge of Primordial Solar Immortal Fire [the supreme solar flames of creation] surged forth, seeking to completely seal off the duo's path of retreat.

Primordial Era Thunder Crow Great Emperor also made his move, soaring into the sky while wielding a Void Gourd [a gourd capable of containing and manipulating the void] of the Innate Supreme Treasure tier, thoroughly sealing off this region of the Sea of Chaos.

Eldrin Chen's heart sank. Even though Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor was hailed as a peerless Great Emperor [a supreme ruler among cultivators], capable of fighting one against five at the same cultivation level, facing the combined assault of seven such Great Emperor would likely prove an insurmountable task.

After all, these seven Great Emperor were far from weak. In particular, figures like Primordial Solar Great Emperor, Primordial Era Thunder Crow Great Emperor, and Heaven's Deduction Great Emperor, who each wielded an Innate Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure born of primordial chaos], were themselves capable of fighting one against two, or even one against three.

Furthermore, with the triple blockade formed by the Heaven's Deduction Disk, the Void Gourd, and the Primordial Solar Immortal Lamp, all Innate Supreme Treasure, and with seven Great Emperor watching with predatory intent, even several Great Emperor combined would find it difficult to escape this deadly snare.

As these thoughts raced through his mind, Eldrin Chen once again considered activating the Returning Abyss Pearl.

However, once the Returning Abyss Pearl was activated, the discerning eyes of these Great Emperor would surely detect its anomaly. In that case, he would likely draw the relentless pursuit of the Chaos Heavenly Emperor [the supreme sovereign ruling over primordial chaos]. This realization gave Eldrin Chen pause, filling his heart with hesitation.

"Go—" [a command to depart or escape]

Just as Eldrin Chen's heart wavered with indecision, Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor spoke again, the forms of six Great God [a supreme cultivation realm] figures manifesting behind him, their presence piercing through the firmament.

In that instant, he gathered his peerless true power, enduring the strikes from several Great Emperor [a supreme cultivation realm] to forcefully wield the Obsidian Abyss Imperial Spear and thrust it forward.

In that fleeting moment, the Obsidian Abyss Imperial Spear expanded to a size spanning billions of light-years, piercing through the Heaven-Sealing Array Runes manifested by the Heaven's Deduction Disk, the spatial blockade of the Void Treasure Gourd, and even the billowing Primordial Solar Flame [a supreme flame of pure yang essence] of the Primordial Solar Immortal Lamp, transforming into a bridge that reached the heavens.

As the price, he abandoned all defense, pouring his entire strength into the Obsidian Abyss Imperial Spear and sustaining grievous wounds.

"Great Emperor!"

Eldrin Chen's heart trembled violently; he wished to help Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor block the attacks.

But Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor seized him, hurling him onto the Obsidian Abyss Imperial Spear and roaring with unwavering resolve, "Go!"

"Do not look back!"

Eldrin Chen's spirit quivered. He cast one last, profound glance at Obsidian Abyss Great Emperor and, without turning back, fled along the Obsidian Abyss Imperial Spear beyond the bounds of the grand formation.

Beneath the aegis of the Obsidian Abyss Imperial Spear [a legendary spear forged from the essence of the primordial void], even the Primordial Solar Immortal Fire [a divine flame born from the heart of the sun], the Heaven's Deduction Grand Formation [a cosmic array that harnesses the laws of fate and deduction], and even the raw power of the void itself proved incapable of harming Eldrin Chen in the slightest. Continue reading this story at audio–novel.com.