Chapter 254 : Confrontation at Crimson Flame Mountain

"No wonder they couldn't take Crimson Flame Mountain."

Eldrin Chen's heart stirred slightly. The combined combat power of eight Violet Sanctum Demon Spirit [malevolent spiritual entities born from negative energies] was formidable indeed.

Especially the two at the Violet Sanctum Late Stage; their strength was already quite Extraordinary. Their combined might alone was enough to leave the Recluse of Elegant Verse helpless.

Even a Pseudo-Core Realm Cultivator [a cultivator whose power approaches the Golden Core Realm] of slightly ordinary strength would likely find no advantage coming here alone.

The Recluse of Elegant Verse glanced at the Violet Sanctum Demon Spirit and said with a grave expression, "Clear Countenance's spiritual energy reserves are insufficient, and Immortal Maiden Yu has only her own strength to rely on. I fear they would struggle against multiple Violet Sanctum Demon Spirit."

"Brother Wei, let the two of us join forces and deal with the four strongest Violet Sanctum Demon Spirit."

"Immortal Maiden Yu and my wife can hold off the remaining ones. What do you think?"

"Agreed."

Eldrin Chen nodded and immediately soared forward on his sword.

He summoned the Celestial Abyss Twin Swords, transforming them into two streaks of sword light that cleaved through the air. The Solar Fire Returning Abyss Sword shot straight towards one of the Violet Sanctum Late Stage Demon Spirit, while the Heavenly River Positive Water Sword [a sword technique that channels the purifying power of the celestial river] encircled a Violet Sanctum Mid Stage Demon Spirit. The story continues at audio-novel.com.

Seeing this, the other three also charged out simultaneously, unleashing their Divine Ability [a supernatural power cultivated by immortals] and magical treasures [enchanted artifacts used by cultivators] to attack the Crimson Flame Spirit.

The Flaming Prison Sea of Fire was the territory of the Crimson Flame Spirit. The moment the group made their move, the Crimson Flame Spirit detected their presence. Eight Violet Sanctum [the third major realm of cultivation] Demon Spirit [spiritual entities born from demonic beasts or malevolent energies] instantly retaliated, channeling streams of Crimson Flame [a divine ability manifesting as crimson fire] and hurling their Divine Ability [a supernatural power cultivated by immortals] treasures forward.

Eldrin Chen faced two Middle and Late Violet Sanctum Realm [the mid and late stages of the Violet Sanctum realm] Demon Spirit [spiritual entities born from demonic beasts or malevolent energies] alone. Wielding the Celestial Abyss Twin Swords, he carved a path of devastation, holding his ground without yielding an inch.

"What magnificent Immortal Sword [a sword wielded by immortal cultivators], what formidable power!"

Witnessing Eldrin Chen's awe-inspiring display, the Recluse of Elegant Verse's eyes gleamed with a subtle light.

As a fellow Sword Cultivator [a cultivator whose primary path and power revolves around the sword], he too felt a surge of battle intent.

Not to be outshone, he raised his left hand and summoned his Lifebound Immortal Sword [a sword forged with and bound to a cultivator's life essence], the 'Breeze Embracing Moon Sword', to engage the Violet Sanctum Late Stage [the late stage of the Violet Sanctum realm] Demon Spirit [spiritual entities born from demonic beasts or malevolent energies].

Then, with a point of his right finger, he released his other Lifebound Immortal Sword [a sword forged with and bound to a cultivator's life essence], the Spell Sword [a sword specifically designed to channel and amplify spells] 'Wine and Verse Morning Song Sword', intercepting the Violet Sanctum Mid Stage [the mid stage of the Violet Sanctum realm] Demon Spirit [spiritual entities born from demonic beasts or malevolent energies].

These twin Lifebound Immortal Sword [swords forged with and bound to a cultivator's life essence] were the Recluse of Elegant Verse's signature weapons. His very epithet, 'Recluse of Elegant Verse', was derived from this pair, the Qingci Twin Swords [the Twin Swords of Elegant Verse].

The Recluse of Elegant Verse had broken through to the Violet Sanctum [the third major realm of cultivation] in merely half a month. The reason he waited a full year before coming here was primarily to refine and elevate the grade of these two signature Immortal Sword [swords wielded by immortal cultivators].

To purchase Five Elements Essence [a refined spiritual essence containing the power of the five elements] for upgrading the grade of these two Immortal Sword [a sword forged and imbued with immortal power], the couple, Recluse of Elegant Verse, had essentially exhausted their supply of Spirit Stone [a mineral that stores and radiates spiritual energy] and even borrowed a sum from Verdant Mist Yu. One could say they were now utterly penniless, their pockets ringing hollow.

Fortunately, after the Qingci Twin Swords [a pair of swords named 'Elegant Verse'] advanced to the Third Rank Superior Grade [the highest quality tier within the third rank], they had become third-rank Immortal Sword [a sword forged and imbued with immortal power] of unparalleled Slaughter [a divine ability focused on overwhelming offensive power]. Although they could not compare to the Celestial Abyss Twin Swords [a pair of swords named 'Heavenly Abyss'] which had been refined with precious materials and tempered within a Sword Cleansing Pool [a mystical pool used to purify and enhance swords], among all Third-Rank Magical Treasure [enchanted artifacts of the third rank], they were by no means weak.

Now, as Recluse of Elegant Verse unleashed this pair of Qingci Twin Swords [a pair of swords named 'Elegant Verse'], they instantly transformed into two streaks of sword light crisscrossing the battlefield. Astonishingly, he held his own against two opponents without falling behind.

Simultaneously, four other Demon Spirit [a malevolent entity born from demonic energy] at the Violet Sanctum Early Stage [the initial phase of the Violet Sanctum cultivation realm] charged forward. Immortal Maiden Clear Countenance and Verdant Mist Yu moved to intercept them together.

After all, Verdant Mist Yu was at the Violet Sanctum Mid Stage [the middle phase of the Violet Sanctum cultivation realm]. With the two of them joining forces against four Violet Sanctum Early Stage Demon Spirit [a malevolent entity born from demonic energy], they did not find themselves at a disadvantage.

"*Clang—*"

Eldrin Chen maneuvered his flying sword with mastery, his gaze sweeping the surroundings. A slight frown creased his brow as he assessed the situation.

Numerous Second Rank [equivalent to the Foundation Establishment realm] Crimson Flame Spirit [a demonic beast wreathed in crimson flames] were already surging up the mountainside, clearly intent on joining the fray.

He was not a cultivator like Varen Wei or the Old Patriarch [the elderly leader of a clan], who excelled in battles against multiple foes. Confronted with this scenario, he felt a pang of difficulty [a tricky situation].

"There must be several hundred Second Rank [equivalent to the Foundation Establishment realm] Demon Spirit [a malevolent entity born from demonic energy] in the vicinity of this Spirit Mountain [a mountain rich in spiritual energy]."

"We cannot afford to delay any longer."

Once his mind was set, Eldrin Chen's gaze instantly turned icy.

With a sweep of his hand, he consecutively unleashed the Metallic Gold and Blazing Third Fire Dual Path Divine Thunders towards the Violet Sanctum Mid Stage Demon Spirit [a malevolent spiritual entity born from demonic energy], then summoned the Great Geng Immortal Sword to slash forward.

Seeing his intent to slay the Violet Sanctum Mid Stage Demon Spirit, the other party naturally would not allow him to succeed.

The Violet Sanctum Late Stage Demon Spirit immediately countered, deploying the Third-Rank Magical Treasure Crimson Flame Gold Bracelet and its Innate Divine Ability Crimson Flame True Flame to block the divine thunder and Immortal Sword. It also activated its defensive Art of Divine Subjugation [a mystical technique for subduing divine beings] to continuously fend off Eldrin Chen's assault.

The nearby Violet Sanctum Mid Stage Demon Spirit reacted swiftly as well, summoning various Divine Ability [supernatural powers derived from cultivation] and magical treasures to protect itself. Visit audio - novel . com to enjoy the complete series.

Yet, in that very instant, a flash of Formless Sword aura [the intangible energy of a formless blade] sliced through the air. It cleanly pierced the defensive Art of Divine Subjugation of the Violet Sanctum Late Stage Demon Spirit, cleaving it in two.

"The Formless Sword."

"The Formless Sword," the Recluse of Elegant Verse exclaimed in astonished admiration. The Formless Immortal Sword possessed extraordinary power, specializing in countering protective magical treasures and Divine Ability.

Although the Violet Sanctum Late Stage Demon Spirit was Extraordinary in strength, ambushed by this sword, its Body Protection Divine Ability [a supernatural power for physical defense] failed to manifest its full might before being shattered in a single blow, costing it its life.

With the Demon Spirit [a malevolent entity born from negative energies] at the Violet Sanctum Late Stage [a high level of cultivation where one's spiritual foundation is refined to a violet-hued perfection] slain, the remaining Demon Spirit could no longer hold back. They erupted in a frenzy, desperate to reverse the tide of battle.

Yet, it was far too late. Eldrin Chen channeled his power into the Celestial Abyss Twin Swords [a pair of legendary swords, one embodying celestial light and the other abyssal darkness], their forms weaving through the void like twin serpents of fate.

A sword aura, one blade azure and the other sapphire, cleaved directly towards the Demon Spirit at the Violet Sanctum Mid Stage. Though its cultivation was not weak, before Eldrin Chen, it was utterly insufficient.

After merely nine sword strikes, Eldrin Chen seized an opening. With the Formless Sword [a sword technique that strikes from an unpredictable, intangible angle], he cleaved the fiend cleanly in two.

Having consecutively slain two Violet Sanctum [the foundational stage where a cultivator's spiritual sanctum takes form] level Demon Spirit, the remaining ones finally lost all will to fight. They began to scatter and flee in all directions.

A spark of competitive spirit ignited within the Recluse of Elegant Verse. He immediately intercepted the Demon Spirit at the Violet Sanctum Late Stage. After another dozen exchanges, he unleashed his signature technique.

The Qingci Twin Swords [the 'Elegant Verse Twin Swords', a matched pair of immortal swords] were also a paired set. When united, their power, though not reaching the heights of the Sky-Severance Sword Union [a supreme sword art capable of severing the heavens], still surged by seventy to eighty percent.

The assembled cultivators heard only a clear, resonant sword chime. The united Qingci Twin Swords transformed into a single streak of light, swift as a meteor chasing the moon. It arced down and struck the Violet Sanctum Late Stage Demon Spirit, pinning it to the earth.

Eldrin Chen's eyes flickered with a hint of appraisal. The Recluse of Elegant Verse's pair of Immortal Sword [a sword forged with immortal techniques, bound to its wielder's soul] were truly Extraordinary. With these Lifebound Immortal Sword [an immortal sword that shares a profound, life-linked connection with its master] in hand, his combat prowess should rival that of an ordinary cultivator at the Violet Sanctum 9th Tier [the pinnacle of the Violet Sanctum realm]. Once united, they could even pose a threat to a Pseudo-Core Realm Cultivator [a cultivator who has begun forming the foundation for the Golden Core stage].

Although the united sword strike often possessed only a single moment of overwhelming force, it was nonetheless a formidable and awe-inspiring technique.

After scattering and slaying the Demon Spirit [malevolent spiritual entities born from negative energies], the group let out a collective sigh of relief.

The Recluse of Elegant Verse [a reclusive cultivator known for his poetic talents] gazed with a grave expression at the Formation [a structured arrangement of energy nodes and flows used for defense, attack, or other purposes] before them. After a moment of contemplation, he spoke, "Those Violet Sanctum [the third major realm of cultivation, where one forms a core of spiritual energy within their dantian] Demon Spirit that escaped will likely bring trouble. We must break this formation swiftly, claim the treasure, and depart immediately."

"Agreed."

Eldrin Chen gave a firm nod, and the group set to work dismantling the Formation before them.

The Guardian Formation [a defensive energy barrier] had been steadily drained over the years by the Crimson Flame Spirit [a powerful fire-aspected demonic beast], its potency greatly diminished.

Among them, both Eldrin Chen and Verdant Mist Yu were Third Rank Formation Master [masters skilled in the third tier of formation arts], making the task of breaking the Formation not overly difficult, though it would require time and effort.

Eldrin Chen spent a full day meticulously mapping the Earth Vein [a subterranean channel of concentrated earth-aspected spiritual energy]. Then, he activated his Jade Spirit Eye [a mystical eye technique that reveals spiritual flows and weaknesses] to seek out flaws in the Formation's structure.

His efforts bore fruit. "Follow my lead," he called out, his voice ringing clear. "Strike the formation here!"

As soon as the words left his lips, he summoned his Celestial Abyss Twin Swords [a pair of legendary swords] and began a relentless assault on a single, precise point of the Formation.

The others joined the fray without hesitation. Their combined efforts wore down the formation's defenses for half a day until, with a final surge of power, the critical node shattered, causing the entire Guardian Formation to collapse into dissipating motes of light.

"It is done."

A surge of joy washed over the group, and they swiftly rushed into the Spiritual Vein [a concentrated vein of earth energy that nourishes cultivation].

No sooner had they stepped inside than Eldrin Chen spotted a hulking Middle-aged Man seated in meditation at the very Central of the Spirit Pool [a pool of condensed spiritual energy]. Official source: audio-novel .c om. Unauthorized reproduction is prohibited.