Chapter 202 Demon King's End

Percival, Xu Daoyuan, Xavier, and Elara dared not delay either. In unison, they summoned their flying swords and magical treasures, launching a coordinated assault toward the Celestial Python Demon King.

Seeing the crowd closing in for the attack, the Celestial Python Demon King (Demon Beast) cast a cold glare and summoned the Mo Xue Immortal Sword (Magic Treasure) to strike.

"Clang—"

A series of crisp cracking sounds rang out as several third-grade magic treasures were instantly severed on the spot.

"My Azure Sky Sword."

Xu Daoyuan watched as his third-grade medium-tier flying sword was severed, and he couldn't help but let out a pained cry of distress.

It was only then that the crowd realized that any magical treasure or immortal sword below the third-rank, superior-grade could not withstand a single strike from the Mo Xue Immortal Sword.

Eldrin gazed at the notched Great Geng Immortal Sword, his heart aching as he reminded, "Do not use any magical treasure below the third-tier, upper-grade."

"Everyone, use your divine abilities and immortal swords to fend it off."

Hearing his words, the crowd realized that by merely using third-tier magical treasures, immortal swords, and divine abilities to defend themselves, they had indeed caused the Mo Xue Immortal Sword's radiance to dim considerably.

After all, with 5 Purple Mansion-level combatants, even if they could barely hold their own against the Celestial Python Demon King (Demon Beast) when joining forces, dealing with a single third-tier immortal sword was more than sufficient.

Seeing the single strike of the Mo Xue Immortal Sword fail to take effect, the Celestial Python Demon King's (Demon Beast) pupils instantly narrowed vertically. Channeling all of his remaining mana, he pushed the sword’s power to its absolute limit. Then, soaring into the air, he brought the blade slashing down toward Eldrin (Person Name).

Clearly, the Celestial Python Demon King (Demon Beast) harbored a deep-seated hatred for Eldrin (Person Name), willing to expend immense spiritual power to utterly annihilate this sworn enemy.

As the Mo Snow Immortal Sword descended once more, the cultivators were far from defenseless. Elara's 9 Condensation Mystic Ice Spikes, Xavier's Qianjin Fire Dragon Scissors, and Eldrin's Great Geng Immortal Sword all surged forth in a brilliant counterattack.

The remaining individuals also activated their divine abilities to continuously drain the power of the Mo Xue Immortal Sword, managing to diminish over 70 percent of its energy in an instant.

Seizing the moment when the immortal sword's power waned, Eldrin summoned his Magnetic Treasure Mirror. This life-bound magical treasure emitted dual golden and blue beams of mirror light, once again proving its merit as it astonishingly immobilized the Ink Snow Immortal Sword in the void.

Seeing the Ink Snow Celestial Sword being restrained, the Celestial Python Demon King attempted to channel more mana to break it free. Unfortunately, Lyra was no mere decoration either.

Lyra summoned her life-bound magic treasure, the Hexahedral Cauldron of All Directions, and joined forces with the Celestial Ruins Immortal-Slaying Sword to block the Dragon-Transformation Blade. Then, she unleashed her divine ability, the Divine Radiance of Yimu. With the combined power of all 3, they finally immobilized the Dragon-Transformation Blade in the void.

He then unleashed several divine abilities, including the Ding Fire Divine Thunder and Xin Metal Divine Thunder, striking the Earth Marsh 5 Smoke Net until its radiance trembled violently.

Realizing that achieving victory would likely be impossible, the Celestial Python Demon King (Demon Beast) could only focus its attention on Lyra (Person Name), engaging her in fierce combat with all manner of supernatural abilities and magical treasures.

On the other end, Eldrin and the others were still locked in a stalemate with the Ink Snow Immortal Sword. The fourth-tier immortal sword truly possessed extraordinary power; even after being subdued, it continued to struggle wildly, faintly threatening to break free.

Eldrin sensed the mirror light was beginning to falter, restraining the creature less effectively. Without hesitation, he urged, "We cannot let it break free!"

"Rest assured."

Everyone hastily complied, channeling several divine abilities and magical treasures to launch successive attacks, suppressing the imposing aura of the Mo Xue Immortal Sword.

Seeing the opportunity had arrived, Elara let out a sharp cry and activated her divine ability, the Ice Jade Radiance Condensation Spell.

A streak of white light shot out with a whoosh, freezing the Mo Snow Immortal Sword in place. Then, Elara (Person Name) flicked her wrist once more, releasing a golden bracelet.

The Golden Light Bracelet was an auxiliary magical treasure, capable of suppressing both demon cores and other magical artifacts. In that instant, it transformed into a golden ray of light that shackled the Mo Snow Immortal Sword.

The Frostjade Radiance Curse, the Golden Light Bracelet, and the Primordial Magnetic Treasure Mirror converged as 1, finally trapping the Mo Snow Immortal Sword firmly within the void.

At this point, everyone could finally free their hands and launched a coordinated assault against the Celestial Python Demon King (Demon Beast).

As the joint assault closed in, the Celestial Python Demon King (Demon Beast) revealed a trace of solemnity in his eyes, now somewhat overwhelmed by the relentless onslaught.

Although its signature magic treasure, the Dragon Ascension Blade, was formidable, it was now suppressed by Lyra's artifact. Even its most powerful divine ability, the Heaven Devouring Serpent Technique, was countered by the Ji Earth Kunyuan Disk.

Thus, the Celestial Python Demon King (Demon Beast) had no choice but to disregard the depletion of his magic power and activated his supernatural ability—the Crimson Pupil Demonic Eye.

"Whoosh—"

The same innate divine ability, yet compared to the Purple-Blooded Celestial Python, the power unleashed by the Celestial Python Demon King (Demon Beast) was truly staggering.

Everyone saw a brilliant stream of light shoot forth from the Celestial Python Demon King's pupils. A crimson radiance swept across the sky, striking directly toward their magical treasures.

With the demon king's cultivation level fueling this divine ability, its power was truly terrifying. A single sweep would likely severely damage even a third-grade, superior-tier clan-protecting treasure.

However, Lyra would not stand idly by. With a subtle flick of her fingertips, a brilliant Sword Aura shot forth.

"It is the 7 Stars Demon-Slaying Sword Aura."

The moment they saw the sword aura, everyone felt a slight relief in their hearts. They watched as the brilliant sword energy swept across the sky, instantly extinguishing over half of the crimson glow.

The remaining experts joined forces to extinguish the crimson radiance, yet their faces revealed astonishment.

With her Purple Mansion cultivation, she unleashed a divine ability, its power reaching a full 70 percent of the Celestial Python Demon King's might—a testament to the profound depth of Lyra's magical power.

Boom—

But at that moment, everyone heard the rumble of thunder echoing through the air.

Lyra (Person Name) struck again, consecutively unleashing 3 streaks of lightning—golden, crimson, and azure. These were none other than the divine thunders of Xin Metal, Ding Fire, and Yi Wood.

3 Pure Yin Divine Thunderbolts erupted with overwhelming momentum, slashing straight toward the Celestial Python Demon King without hesitation. For a moment, the 5 Mists of Earth Marsh barrier dimmed drastically under the assault.

"Strike with all your might."

Seeing the rare opportunity, Eldrin gave a loud shout, allowing the magic power of the Renwater Blue Lotus Throne to surge through his entire body before striking with all his might.

The divine thunderbolts of Geng Metal and Jia Wood struck first, closely followed by the Heavenly Fire Sword and the Great Geng Immortal Sword, which tore through the void to slash at their target. In an instant, the 5 Mists of Earth Marsh defensive barrier flickered violently between brilliance and near-extinction.

Seizing the opportunity, the crowd swiftly channeled their spiritual power, hurling magical treasures and divine abilities in close pursuit. In an instant, a dozen or so beams of mystical arts and enchanted artifacts tore through the void, becoming the final straw that broke the camel’s back.

The Earth-Mist 5-Smoke Veil had withstood a torrent of assaults in a short span, yet it ultimately could endure no more—its defenses shattered under a single decisive strike.

Seeing the Earth Marsh 5 Smoke Veil breached, the Celestial Python Demon King still had a trick up his sleeve. With a roar, he spewed a jet of black primordial energy, instantly enveloping himself in a protective barrier.

"It is the Profound Mysterious Heaven's Guard."

Lyra recognized the origin of this defensive supernatural power. The Profound Abyssal Heavenly Radiance was the innate supernatural ability of the Celestial Python Demon King, yet due to the persistent presence of the 5 Mists of Earthly Marsh, this demon had rarely been seen employing this technique.

At this moment, the Netherdark Celestial Aegis unfurled, momentarily rendering everyone incapable of breaching its formation.

Though temporarily safe and sound, the Celestial Python Demon King (Demon Beast) could not help but feel a surge of anxiety in his heart.

By this point in the fierce battle, its mana had already depleted by 40%. It was no longer a match for Lyra (Person Name), and if the fight continued, escaping with its life would likely become difficult.

At this thought, the Celestial Python Demon King (Demon Beast) cast his gaze upon the Dragon Ascension Blade. He knew all too well that the only way out now was to merge his body with the blade, harnessing the speed of this fourth-tier, medium-grade divine saber to shake off Lyra (Person Name).

Chapter 1: Rebirth of the Immortal Monarch The sky tore open with a thunderous roar, crimson lightning dancing across the heavens like vengeful serpents. Amidst the raging storm, a figure stood tall upon the peak of Mount Celestial, his white robes stained with blood. "Fellow Daoists, have you truly come this far just for my Eternal Heaven Scripture?" Lin Xuan's voice remained calm, though his spiritual energy was nearly depleted. Before him stood tens of thousands of cultivators from the 3 immortal sects and 9 demonic clans. "Lin Xuan, hand over the scripture and we might spare your soul!" roared the white-bearded elder floating at the forefront, gripping his Frost Moon Sword. Lin Xuan chuckled, a trace of irony flashing in his eyes. "Spare my soul? What a joke! I, Lin Xuan, have cultivated for 3 1000 years, traversing the 9 Heavens and 10 Earths. Did you think I would believe such hollow words?" His gaze swept across the encircling crowd, each face filled with greed and murderous intent. These were the very people he had once considered friends, comrades, even mentors. "Since that's the case..." Lin Xuan's hands suddenly formed a series of complex seals, his entire body beginning to glow with a blinding golden light. "Then let us perish together!" "Not good! He's going to self-destruct his golden core!" someone screamed in panic. But it was too late. A devastating explosion engulfed the entire Mount Celestial, reducing the majestic mountain to dust. The last thing Lin Xuan saw was the terrified expressions of his attackers before everything went black. *** "Wake up, Young Master! Please wake up!" A familiar voice echoed in his ears, accompanied by gentle shaking. Lin Xuan struggled to open his eyes, finding himself in an intricately carved sandalwood bed. A young maid in green robes watched him with tear-filled eyes. "This is... the Lin Family Mansion?" Lin Xuan murmured, looking at his smooth, unlined hands. "I've... returned to my youth?" Memories came flooding back—he was indeed back at the beginning of everything, 3 days before his spiritual roots were destroyed. "Young Master, you finally woke up!" The maid wiped her tears. "You've been unconscious for an entire day and night after falling during your practice." Lin Xuan sat up, sensing the faint spiritual energy within his body. The Eternal Heaven Scripture he had cultivated in his previous life automatically began to circulate, greedily absorbing the surrounding spiritual energy. "Don't worry, I'm fine." Lin Xuan smiled at the maid. "You may leave now. I need to rest." After the maid left, Lin Xuan immediately sat in meditation. To his surprise, not only had the Eternal Heaven Scripture returned with him, but his soul power had also reached the Foundation Establishment realm. "In this life, I will not repeat the same mistakes." Determination flashed in his eyes. "Those who betrayed me, prepare to face my wrath." He took a deep breath and began operating the Eternal Heaven Scripture. The surrounding spiritual energy surged toward him like a tidal wave, forming a visible vortex above his head. In the cultivation world, realms were divided into: Qi Refining, Foundation Establishment, Golden Core, Nascent Soul, Soul Transformation, Void Refining, and the legendary Ascension realm. Each major realm had 9 minor stages. Though he was currently only at the third stage of Qi Refining, with the Eternal Heaven Scripture and his previous life's memories, reaching the Foundation Establishment realm would be effortless. After circulating the energy for 3 cycles, Lin Xuan opened his eyes. A sharp glint flashed within them. "First, I need to resolve the imminent crisis." He remembered clearly that in 3 days, under the instigation of his cousin Lin Feng, he would enter a secret realm and have his spiritual roots destroyed by a mysterious beast. This had been the turning point that led to his downfall in his previous life. "But now..." A cold smile curled at the corner of Lin Xuan's mouth. "Everything will be different." He stood up and walked to the window, looking out at the familiar yet distant scenery. The rising sun cast its first rays over the Lin Family estate, painting everything gold. "The game has just begun."