Chapter 2052 : The Gathering of Sovereigns

Within the Great Wasteland Sacred Hall at this moment, Eldrin Chen surveyed the several Great Emperor [the pinnacle sovereigns of the cultivation world] under his command, a faint smile gracing his lips.

Behold, within the Great Hall stood eleven peerless powerhouses: Sword Abyss Great Emperor, Immortality Great Emperor, Liana Great Emperor, and Sword Mystery Great Emperor, plus the seven Great Emperor of the Three Talents and Four Symbols [a legendary formation embodying the powers of Heaven, Earth, Man, and the four cardinal beasts].

From this single lineage alone, there were a full eleven Great Emperor powerhouses. At this moment, Eldrin Chen could truly be said to command a formidable and well-equipped force.

Moreover, these were no ordinary Great Emperor.

Among these eleven sovereigns, Sword Mystery Great Emperor and Immortality Great Emperor possessed the most formidable strength.

Sword Mystery Great Emperor had cultivated six True Spirit Foundation [the supreme spiritual cores that form the basis of a cultivator's ultimate power] and wielded two Innate Supreme Treasure [primordial artifacts of unparalleled power born from the cosmos itself] of Slaughter [a divine ability embodying pure, annihilating force]. Apart from a relative weakness in physical body fortitude, his prowess in all other aspects could rival that of an Invincible Great Emperor [a Great Emperor whose power stands unchallenged among their peers].

As for Immortality Great Emperor, his combat prowess was equally world-shaking. His standard battle strength was comparable to a top-tier Great Emperor.

When he activated his Ultimate Path Physique [a supreme bodily constitution that embodies a fundamental cosmic principle], further augmented by the Crimson Emperor Battle Armor and the Immortality Imperial Spear, his combat power transcended even the realm of Invincible Great Emperor, nearly capable of contending with the combined might of seven or eight ordinary Great Emperor.

Liana Great Emperor had cultivated Five True Spirit Foundations and mastered two Innate Supreme Treasure, making him a standard-bearer for top-tier Great Emperor as well.

Although Sword Abyss Great Emperor's foundational depth was not considered heaven-defying, his mastery of the Ancient Sword of the Azure Abyss granted him the formidable battle strength of a powerful Great Emperor.

Individually, the Three Talents Great Emperor possess only standard Great Emperor combat prowess. However, when the three join forces, bolstered by the power of their Innate Supreme Treasure, the Heaven-Binding Golden Chain, they can contend with an Invincible Great Emperor.

Individually, the Four Symbols Imperial Lord possess combat power that has only just entered the Great Emperor realm. Yet, when the four unite and channel their Innate Supreme Treasure, the Azure Dragon Halberd, they too can rival an Invincible Great Emperor.

If the Three Talents and Four Symbols Great Emperor were to join forces and deploy the Three Talents and Four Symbols Slaughter Formation, they would possess the means to stand their ground against even a Sage Ascendant, if not outright challenge one, ensuring at the very least a reliable method of self-preservation.

It can be said that under Eldrin Chen's banner, each of these Great Emperor possesses awe-inspiring, world-shaking combat strength.

Since Eldrin Chen first set foot in the Chaos Desolation Sea, he has successively obtained the Sage Ascendant Dragon Corpse and rescued the Indestructibility Ancient One, acquiring a vast trove of resources.

The value of these resources was enough to send even a Sage Ascendant into raptures, yet the majority were used by Eldrin Chen to nurture these eleven Great Emperor.

In contrast, Eldrin Chen himself only utilized three Innate Supreme Treasure during his cultivation of the True Spirit Divine Form, and the primary resources for his own cultivation consumption were the Chaos Divine Liquid he brought from the Southern Abyss Seven Domains.

One could say that after his many years of traversing the Chaos Yellow Sea, nine-tenths of the resources he obtained were funneled into nurturing these individuals.

Fortunately, they did not disappoint Eldrin Chen, each breaking through to the Great Emperor Realm one after another, becoming the core combat force under his command.

Contemplating this, Eldrin Chen felt a swell of gratification. Heaving a sigh, he then spoke, "I have gathered you all today because a great battle is imminent."

"Is it time to begin?"

Upon hearing this, everyone's faces lit up with joy and anticipation.

Ever since their breakthrough into the Great Emperor realm, they had waited for hundreds of Kalpa Tribulation [immense cosmic cycles], finally arriving at this day of launching a counter-offensive against the Extreme Emperor's Primordial Domain [ancient and primordial world].

Eldrin Chen smiled faintly before speaking. "Taking the Imperial Extreme Primordial Domain should pose little difficulty for us. With the assistance of Senior Indestructibility [the Ancient One of Unbreakable Will], this battle should proceed without unexpected complications."

"However, after this conflict, you will accompany me to wage war in the Southern Abyss Seven Domains. That... is likely where we shall face a truly brutal and devastating campaign."

The gathered Emperors all grew solemn at his words.

They had long since learned of Eldrin Chen's origins and understood the formidable power of the Southern Abyss Seven Domains.

The adversaries Eldrin Chen had faced in the past were far from weak, not to mention the terrifying opponents who had reached the level of Heavenly Emperor [a supreme sovereign ruler].

Yet, despite this knowledge, not a single one of them wavered or considered retreat.

The Immortality Great Emperor drew a deep breath, his battle intent soaring to pierce the heavens. "I have long desired to witness for myself," he declared, voice resonant with resolve, "the true might of that illustrious Primordial Domain."

Sword Mystery Great Emperor also smiled, his gaze flickering with Slaughter Intent [a palpable desire to kill] as he said, "My sword is precisely in need of the strongest opponents."

The others also brimmed with fighting spirit, clearly having made their preparations.

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen patted their shoulders and said, "Let's set aside talk of the Southern Abyss Seven Domains for now. Be ready; we depart once everyone has gathered."

"..."

As the war machine of the Great Wasteland Ancient Realm ground into motion and war preparations finally became sufficient, time began to flow swiftly.

After merely one Kalpa Tribulation [an immense cosmic cycle], the Extreme Emperor arrived at the Great Wasteland Ancient Realm first, evidently not having ventured far from this place.

After another two Kalpa Tribulation [immense cosmic cycles], Indestructibility Ancient One strode forth from the Chaos [the primordial, formless state before creation] and appeared calmly outside the Great Wasteland Ancient Realm.

"Senior."

Watching Indestructibility Ancient One arrive, Eldrin Chen could not help but feel a surge of joy.

Hundreds of Kalpa Tribulation [immense cosmic cycles] had passed since their last meeting, and the aura of Indestructibility Ancient One had grown even more profound and unfathomable, seemingly far more formidable than before.

But as he cast a glance at Eldrin Chen, he couldn't help but exclaim with evident surprise, "The power of the Great Path Authority [the supreme authority over the fundamental laws of existence]... you have already stepped into the Sage Ascendant Realm [the realm of a Sage who has ascended beyond the ordinary, a step below a Path Ancestor]?"

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod, then spoke, "The Path I founded reached its state of perfection some years ago."

Indestructibility Ancient One nodded in turn before saying, "Fetch me a few copies of the Scripture of Path Transmission [a sacred text containing the foundational principles of a cultivation Path]. My Indestructibility Primordial Domain [the primordial world under the dominion of the Indestructibility Ancient One] should also see a hundred flowers bloom."

"That is not difficult."

Eldrin Chen smiled and presented three copies of the Scripture of Path Transmission to Indestructibility Ancient One.

Having received the scriptures, Indestructibility Ancient One looked over at the nearby Extreme Emperor and said, "Since you have made your breakthrough, and with the aid of Fellow Daoist Extreme Emperor here, our chances of prevailing in this battle are no longer low."

"However, those two possess the Chaos Void-Rending Talisman [a talisman of immense power capable of tearing through the fabric of Chaos and Void], making it exceedingly difficult to capture them."

Eldrin Chen smiled faintly and declared, "Set your minds at ease. I am confident in my ability to suppress them."

Since this was a sincere collaboration, Eldrin Chen naturally saw no reason to hold anything back.

With a flick of his sleeve, he produced the Chaos Void-Refining Vase [a legendary artifact capable of refining the primordial chaos of the void], and spoke with calm authority, "This object, I believe, should be sufficient to suppress them."

"The Chaos Void-Refining Vase?"

The expressions of Extreme Emperor and Indestructibility Ancient One shifted slightly, clearly recognizing the origins of this treasure.

The Indestructibility Ancient One immediately turned his gaze to Extreme Emperor, his tone sharpening as he spoke, "Fellow Daoist Extreme Emperor, you surely understand the immense value of this treasure, do you not?"

"I understand."

Seeing the Indestructibility Ancient One's stern demeanor, Extreme Emperor let out a bitter laugh. He promptly swore a Great Path [a binding oath sworn upon the fundamental laws of the cosmos] vow, pledging to never divulge the secret of the Chaos Void-Refining Vase.

Only then did the Indestructibility Ancient One retract his Slaughter Intent [a palpable aura of lethal intent]. He looked at the Chaos Void-Refining Vase and said, "This treasure is the companion artifact of Immortal Firmament Path Ancestor. Its value is enough to stir the heart of even a Chaos Heavenly Emperor [a supreme sovereign ruling over primordial chaos]."

"Given the methods of Immortal Firmament Path Ancestor, his Chaos Spiritual Artifact [a spiritual treasure born from chaos] would never choose a master lightly. For it to fall into your hands suggests that Immortal Firmament Path Ancestor is likely connected to you in some way."

"Connected to me?"

Eldrin Chen was momentarily taken aback, a flicker of confusion crossing his features.

He pondered deeply, yet could not fathom any connection between himself and Immortal Firmament Path Ancestor. At most, Eldrin Chen had merely visited the Heavenly Emperor's Treasure Vault.

Yet, upon further reflection, there seemed to be faint traces of evidence in how that Dawnlight Patriarch from the past had mistaken Eldrin Chen for his own founding ancestor.

"Could it be... that I am truly the reincarnated form of some forbidden existence?"

Thoughts flashed through Eldrin Chen's mind, and for a moment, he felt some of his fundamental understandings were thrown into disarray.

Seeing this, Indestructibility Ancient One chuckled and said, "Do not trouble yourself overmuch. No matter what secrets lie hidden behind this veil..."

"...once you ascend to a sufficient height, all mysteries will naturally become clear."

"Mm."

Eldrin Chen nodded, setting aside his swirling thoughts.

He rose to his feet, his gaze sweeping across the Vast and Boundless Chaos Desolation Sea. "Let us depart," he declared.

At his command, the immense Great Emperor Ancient Ship stirred to life, its ancient mechanisms groaning as it began to move.

Three Sage Ascendant [the realm above Great Emperor, a step below Path Ancestor] and eleven Great Emperor [the pinnacle of cultivation below the Sage Ascendant realm] all boarded the ancient ship, which then set sail towards the Chaos Desolation Sea [a vast and perilous sea within the primordial chaos].

For this great campaign, the Great Wasteland Ancient Realm [an ancient and powerful realm] had mobilized nearly its entire force, leaving behind only the Reincarnation Body [a powerful avatar or clone cultivated through profound reincarnation arts] to stand guard within its borders.

Fortunately, this Reincarnation Body had now reached the Primordial One Imperial Lord 7th Tier [the seventh tier of the Primordial One Imperial Lord realm, a high level of power] in cultivation, its combat prowess rivaling that of a true Great Emperor.

Furthermore, bolstered by the authority of the Heavenly Path Authority [the power to command and influence the fundamental laws of heaven and earth], the Reincarnation Body possessed strength comparable to a Top-Tier Sage Ascendant [a Sage Ascendant at the very peak of that realm], more than sufficient to safeguard the Great Wasteland Ancient Realm.

The Great Emperor Ancient Ship [an ancient vessel of immense power used by Great Emperors] continuously navigated the Chaos Desolation Sea, following the guidance of the Extreme Emperor [a title for a powerful Great Emperor] as it advanced. Unnoticed, it traversed the Vast and Boundless Chaos Sea [the endless, formless sea of primordial chaos] and arrived at the periphery of the Imperial Extreme Primordial Domain [a primordial domain ruled by powerful emperors].

"This is the place,"

said the Extreme Emperor, gazing upon the Imperial Extreme Primordial Domain before him, a flicker of complex emotion crossing his features.

As a Sage Ascendant who had cultivated seven Great Path Divine Form [divine forms representing mastery over fundamental cosmic principles], he had long been the foremost among the three Sage Ascendant of this domain.

Although tensions had arisen over the years with the outsider, the Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign [the sovereign ruler of the Great Wasteland Ancient Realm], he had never truly intended to drive him out completely.

After all, a Primordial Domain [a foundational, ancient realm within the chaos] without a Chaos Heavenly Emperor [a Heavenly Emperor who rules over a portion of the primordial chaos] to guard it was exceedingly vulnerable within the Chaos [the formless, primordial state from which all existence emerged].

He had always regarded both Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign and Nirvana Emperor as rivals who competed yet shared a common fate, allies in the same boat.

After all, with three Sage Ascendant joining forces, augmented by the power of the Heavenly Path Authority [the supreme authority governing the laws of heaven and earth], they possessed the qualifications to stand against a Chaos Heavenly Emperor [a supreme ruler born from primordial chaos].

At the very least, an ordinary one or two Chaos Heavenly Emperor might not necessarily breach the Imperial Extreme Primordial Domain [a primordial realm of ultimate power] defended by three Sage Ascendant.

Yet he could never have imagined that these two would actually join hands against him. Did they not fear meeting the same fate as the former Great Wasteland Primordial Domain?

"Shortsighted fools."

His thoughts churning, Extreme Emperor finally sighed and turned to Eldrin Chen and Indestructibility Ancient One beside him.

"Sacred Venerable [a title of utmost reverence for a supreme being], Fellow Cultivator Eldrin, I shall soon activate my contingency plan and make a move to seize the Heavenly Path Authority. At that moment, the Heavenly Path Authority within this realm will fall into a state of stagnation."

"I must ask you both to act and suppress those two Sage Ascendant for me."

Eldrin Chen nodded and spoke, "Proceed with your move. We two are more than capable of handling this battle."

"Excellent!"

Extreme Emperor spoke, and with a flick of his sleeve, he summoned a peerless Heavenly Wheel [a divine artifact representing cosmic cycles].

In an instant, he vanished into the void, reappearing within the Imperial Extreme Primordial Domain [the foundational realm of the Extreme Emperor's lineage].

Eldrin Chen and the Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign continued to wait. Moments later, they suddenly sensed a violent tremor within the Imperial Extreme Primordial Domain, and the Heavenly Path Authority [the supreme authority over the Heavenly Dao] seemed to fall into silence.

Immediately after, a roar of fury erupted from within the Imperial Extreme Primordial Domain.

"You old thief, Extreme Emperor, you dare return?"

"This sovereign has returned today to settle old debts."

Following the fierce roars, a world-shaking battle Burst [erupted violently] within the domain.

Eldrin Chen and the Indestructibility Ancient One exchanged a glance. Without a moment's hesitation, they instantly charged into the Imperial Extreme Primordial Domain.

Upon entering the Imperial Extreme Primordial Domain, Eldrin Chen saw the Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign and the Nirvana Emperor joining forces, relentlessly pursuing the Extreme Emperor.

"Attack."

Without the slightest hesitation, Eldrin Chen drove the Chaos Heaven Halberd forward, charging straight at the Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign.

The Indestructibility Ancient One was even swifter, arriving later yet striking first as he moved to suppress the Nirvana Emperor. The other eleven Great Emperors also plunged into the fray at the Central battlefield, clashing fiercely with several local Great Emperors in an explosive confrontation.

"So it's you. I see you've brought reinforcements," the Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign sneered coldly as he saw Eldrin Chen charging toward him.

With a flick of his sleeve, he commanded the Great Wasteland Heavenly Halberd to pierce the heavens, aiming to crush Eldrin Chen beneath its overwhelming might.

"A mere Great Emperor, stripped of your Heavenly Path Authority [the authority to command the laws of heaven], dares to raise a hand against this Saint?"

As he struck, the Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign's gaze upon Eldrin Chen was so intense that his Slaughter Intent [intent to kill] seemed to solidify into a tangible force.

In that moment, the Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign's battle will surged across the firmament, coalescing into a blow that carried nearly his full power, intent on utterly suppressing Eldrin Chen.

"Hah—"

Yet Eldrin Chen merely let out a cold laugh. Behind him, five majestic Great Path Divine Forms [divine manifestations of the supreme cultivation path] materialized in succession, manifesting as the foundations of his Immortal Domain [a realm governed by immortal laws], the Ten Great Immortal Treasuries [ten supreme repositories of immortal power], the Immortal Treasury Treasure [a treasure born from the immortal treasury], his Sacrificial Self Physique [a unique physique forged through self-sacrifice], and the very essence of his Great Path [the supreme cultivation art].

It turned out that after the development of over one hundred Kalpa Tribulation [immense cosmic cycles], the number of Great Encompassing Golden Immortal [the highest echelon of immortal cultivators] within the Sacrificial Self Path [a profound cultivation method based on self-offering] had surpassed six hundred, with several new Primordial One Imperial Lord [a supreme rank just below the Great Encompassing Golden Immortal] having recently ascended as well.

The birth of so many powerful figures led to the further refinement of the Sacrificial Self Path, giving birth to a fifth Great Path Divine Form [a supreme manifestation of a cultivator's connection to the fundamental laws of reality].

At this moment, Eldrin Chen channeled the authority of the Sacrificial Self Path into himself. Instantly, he Burst [unleashed] with a supreme might capable of piercing through Chaos [the primordial state before creation]. As the Heavenly Halberd [a divine polearm] swept out in a horizontal strike, it instantly repelled the Great Wasteland Heavenly Halberd [the signature weapon of the Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign].

One could say that at this moment, Eldrin Chen's combat power was nearly comparable to a Top-Tier Sage Ascendant [a peak-level cultivator one step below the Path Ancestor realm] who commanded nine Great Path Divine Form.

The Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign only commanded five Great Path Divine Form. He was far inferior even to the Vermilion Bird Sage Ascendant [a Sage Ascendant whose power is likened to the mythical Vermilion Bird]. How could he possibly be a match for Eldrin Chen?

In the mere blink of an eye, the Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign was sent flying, blood spraying from his mouth, his face etched with utter disbelief.

"Have you attained Path Mastery [the realm of a Path Ancestor, a master of a fundamental cosmic law]?"

"Ah—!"

At that very instant, a cry of agony echoed from the heights of the Heavenly Vault [the celestial dome of the heavens].

Facing the Indestructibility Ancient One in his prime, the Nirvana Emperor was grievously wounded in a single exchange, sent hurtling back with blood gushing from his wounds. He had clearly suffered a devastating blow.

"Not good."

The Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign [the supreme ruler of the Great Wasteland] felt his heart lurch. He immediately tried to activate the Chaos Void-Rending Talisman [a talisman capable of tearing through the fabric of space] to escape.

Yet, in that very instant, he found the space around him had solidified like divine Chaos [the primordial state before creation] iron. Even the Chaos Void-Rending Talisman could not pierce through it.

Only then did the Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign realize the true peril. He looked up to see, high in the boundless Heavenly Vault [the celestial dome of the heavens], an ancient vase radiating Primordial Chaos Energy [the raw, unformed energy of creation] floating serenely. It emanated an eternal light that suppressed the very void itself.

"The Chaos Void-Refining Vase [a legendary artifact said to be able to refine and contain the primordial void]."

At this sight, the expressions of both the Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign and the Nirvana Emperor [an emperor who has attained a state of supreme enlightenment and cessation] twisted violently, a flicker of despair coloring their faces.

Witnessing this, the Extreme Emperor [an emperor who has reached the pinnacle of a cultivation path] spoke with a cold sneer, "Nirvana Emperor, Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign, the day of reckoning has come for you both."

As he spoke, the Nirvana Emperor prepared to subdue the two, but was stopped by Eldrin Chen.

Eldrin Chen stepped forward, his gaze calm as he regarded the two Sage Ascendant [a realm just below that of a true Sage, possessing immense power]. "It has not been long since I attained Path Mastery [the realm of mastering one's chosen cultivation path]. I wish to test my strength."

"I ask you both to guard the perimeter. Allow me to face these two Sage Ascendant."

The Indestructibility Ancient One gave a slight nod. With a flick of his sleeve, he deployed a grand formation to seal the heavens and earth, leaving the battlefield at the frontier to Eldrin Chen.

Witnessing this, the Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign was further incensed, his face flushing with rage. "You have merely just stepped into the Sage Ascendant realm [the rank just below a true Path Ancestor]. How dare you be so insolent? Do you truly believe I dare not slay you?"

The Nirvana Emperor also narrowed his eyes, his gaze turning icy and laced with a chilling disdain. "Young man, you must learn to respect your elders. Know this: even among fellow Sage Ascendants, there exists a chasm of difference between you and me."

"Indeed," Eldrin Chen echoed, a faint smile playing on his lips. "Even among fellow Sage Ascendants, there exists a chasm of difference!"

With that, Eldrin Chen let out a sharp laugh and vaulted onto the Heavenly Vault [the conceptual dome of the sky, often a battlefield for supreme beings]. Mounting the Chaos Heaven Halberd, he surged forward in a lethal charge.

The Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign raised his own Great Wasteland Heavenly Halberd to block. Yet, in that instant, he was met with an overwhelming, peerless divine force. It suppressed him utterly, forcing him into a continuous, stumbling retreat. Each heavy step he took left a trail of shattered void-scars upon the Heavenly Vault.

"Such formidable power... such a devastatingly potent treasure!"

The Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign's expression shifted, a flicker of alarm crossing his features as he stared at Eldrin Chen's Chaos Heaven Halberd. "How... how do you possess a treasure of such might?" he uttered, voice tinged with disbelief.

"The weak have no right to ask questions!"

Eldrin Chen spoke with icy finality, utterly disregarding the various techniques the Nirvana Emperor was attempting to unleash. With a simple, commanding flip of his palm, he drove the Chaos Heaven Halberd down in a crushing arc. The impact was brutal and direct, smashing into the Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign with such force that he was sent hurtling through the air, blood spraying from his mouth.

"Aaaaargh—"

Having suffered successive heavy blows, Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign was driven nearly mad with hatred.

His battle intent shook the heavens and moved the earth, erupting with a supreme divine power unparalleled throughout all antiquity.

In that instant, the Sun and Moon trembled, the Stellar firmament swayed, and a force capable of shaking the past and dazzling the present manifested behind Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign.

It was seen as Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign formed a seal, the five Great Path Divine Form behind his head converging to ultimately coalesce into a single Great Path Heavenly Halberd [a divine polearm of immense power], which then fused into the Great Wasteland Heavenly Halberd.

"BOOM—"

Instantly, the Great Wasteland Heavenly Halberd trembled violently. Infused with the power of five True Spirit Divine Form, the halberd erupted with an annihilating light capable of ending worlds.

As Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign brandished it, this Heavenly Halberd nearly tore asunder the very fabric of time, past and present. Each residual ripple of its power could pierce through eternity, reducing all realms to dust.

Simultaneously, Nirvana Emperor also made his move. Fusing the power of six Great Path Divine Form, he unleashed an edge capable of severing all existence, channeling it into a world-ferrying Heavenly Wheel [a divine disc-like weapon] that he hurled towards Eldrin Chen.

"The power of a unified Great Path Divine Form?"

Eldrin Chen spoke slowly, his gaze igniting with a surge of overwhelming Celestial Slaughter intent [a profound and annihilating will to destroy].

"And so shall I!"

In that instant, the five Great God forms behind Eldrin Chen's head merged, transforming instantly into ten supreme Immortal Treasury [divine apertures that store immense power]. They inhaled and exhaled the power of Vast and Boundless Chaos [the primordial, formless state before creation], channeling it into his physical body.

His already peerless physique, in that moment, seemed to transcend a certain ultimate limit, stepping fully into a Forbidden Domain [a realm of power that defies conventional limits].

"Slay—!"

The three Sage Ascendant unleashed their full power in a desperate Burst [a supreme technique that expends all energy], pouring everything into this climactic battle.

Heaven shook and earth trembled, the very cosmos quaked. Even the Imperial Extreme Primordial Domain [a supreme and ancient realm] shuddered violently. Vast, chaotic tides swept through the world, threatening to tear it asunder.

At the battle's most desperate peak, Eldrin Chen fiercely wielded the Chaos Heaven Halberd, cleaving a blow that shattered the very River of Space-Time [the metaphysical flow of time and space] around them.

They plunged into the boundless Space-Time [the continuum of time and space], fighting their way back through endless eons. It seemed all of ancient history might be rewritten by their conflict.

The vast River of Space-Time fractured. They battled upstream against its current, a clash that raged against the flow of the temporal Long River [the metaphorical river of time].

The supreme might unleashed by the great battle rewrote everything. The vast temporal Long River [a metaphorical river representing the flow of time] was split into tributaries. Countless Space-Time continuums and parallel Universes were shaken loose and cast into the maelstrom of the conflict.

"Aaaarrrgh—!"

Amidst the ultimate Slaughter, Eldrin Chen let out a world-shaking roar and severed another arm from the Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign.

Eternal, sacred blood of Immortality rained down upon the Boundless Universe, transforming one Great Universe after another within the Multidimensional Space-Time into a Sea of Blood, birthing countless indescribable Forbidden Lands.

This was a calamity for this entire multiverse of Space-Time continuums, yet also the ultimate Opportunity and Fortune for true powerhouses to forge their path.

The Nirvana Emperor, driven to the brink of madness, pushed his Great Path Authority [the authority and power derived from comprehending a Great Dao] to its absolute limit, tearing asunder the vast Sea of the Great Path [the metaphysical ocean where the origins of all Daos converge].

They battled their way deep into the heart of the Sea of the Great Path, amidst the ocean of endless converging Great Path Origin [the fundamental essence and source of a Great Dao], unleashing a cataclysmic clash that would echo through the annals of time.

In that instant, countless Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a high-level cultivator, representing their consciousness and power] within the Sea of the Great Path stirred with shock and awe.

Myriads of Great Encompassing Golden Immortals trembled in fear. Their Primordial Spirits cowered under the scant protection of their own Great Path Authority, utterly unworthy of even gazing upon the battle's Central heart.

Even Primordial One Imperial Lords and Great Emperor-level powerhouses had their expressions shift dramatically, casting profoundly grave and intensely curious gazes towards the epicenter, their eyes alight with a mixture of dread and fascination.

Until the great battle swept through the Sea of the Great Path [the metaphysical ocean where the fundamental laws of existence converge], it disturbed a supreme Primordial Chaos Great Path [a primordial and fundamental law of existence, representing the state before creation] and drew the gaze of a certain peerless existence.

"Hmph—"

With a cold snort, that Primordial Chaos Great Path lashed out horizontally. Eldrin Chen and his two companions were struck as if by a heavy blow, instantly plummeting from the Sea of the Great Path and falling back into the Imperial Extreme Primordial Domain [a primordial realm of immense power and antiquity].

The moment Eldrin Chen regained his senses, he immediately channeled the Chaos Heaven Halberd [a divine weapon capable of sundering chaos and heaven] and cleaved downward with immense force, aiming directly for the head of the Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign.

"Thwack—"

A crisp, splitting sound echoed. Without the Returning Abyss Divine Rune [a divine rune that absorbs and redirects incoming damage] to absorb the blow, the Great Wasteland Imperial Sovereign's reaction, though swift, was ultimately a fraction too slow. Eldrin Chen severed his head on the spot.