Chapter 324 : A Clash of Spiritual Veins and Swords

The Old Patriarch pondered for a moment before speaking thoughtfully, "The Demon Race are backed by the supply from a Fourth-Rank Spiritual Vein [a high-grade source of spiritual energy], while we have merely seized a few surrounding Third-order Spiritual Vein [mid-grade sources of spiritual energy]."

"The longer this drags on, the more disadvantageous it becomes for us. In my view, it would be best to resolve this battle swiftly."

"Easier said than done,"

Xavier Xu shook his head, voicing his opposition. "But we may not be able to breach their Mountain Protection Formation [a powerful defensive array that shields a mountain stronghold]."

"We possess two fourth-rank Treasure Ship [massive enchanted vessels used for warfare and transport]. That should be sufficient to break through the Mountain Protection Formation."

Eternal Profound Chen said thoughtfully, a flicker of consideration in his brow.

Elara Lin, standing to the side, glanced at the others and shook her head. "That Heavenly Demon Blade [a powerful demonic weapon] can unleash six strikes. Even if our Treasure Ship attacks with full force, its power will likely be drained by the blade's counterattacks. After all, even when we combine our efforts, the Seven Stars Demon-Slaying Sword Aura [a powerful sword technique] of the Treasure Ship can only be unleashed three times."

"Then we shall fuel it with Spirit Stone [a mineral that stores and radiates spiritual energy, used as currency and for cultivation]," she declared.

Exquisite Jiang made the final decision, her voice firm. She feared that further delay would invite unforeseen complications.

Fortunately, they had stockpiled a considerable number of Spirit Stone for this campaign, enough to allow the Treasure Ship's Seven Stars Demon-Slaying Sword Aura to unleash its full, devastating might. Experience the full epic at audio-novel`com.

Early the next morning, the Heavenly Ruins Alliance marshaled its forces for battle once more. Both the Heavenly Python Treasure Ship and the Black Flood Dragon Treasure Ship were dispatched to the front lines.

From the very outset of this engagement, the decision was made to commit their full strength. The Heavenly Python Treasure Ship struck first. Thousands of cultivators joined their power to activate the Formation, unleashing the Seven Stars Demon-Slaying Sword Aura.

This technique rivaled a full-force strike from a Golden Core Perfection expert. The moment it descended, the Mountain Protection Formation shielding Earth Lion Ridge trembled violently, its radiance flickering wildly.

Although the Mountain Protection Formation at Earth Lion Ridge could withstand the assault of two or three Golden Core Late Stage cultivators, it was under immense strain against such an attack and could not endure many such blows.

"The Seven Stars Demon-Slaying Sword Aura, is it?"

"Hmph—"

Within Earth Lion Ridge, the Earth Lion Demon King watched the Seven Stars Demon-Slaying Sword Aura unleash its might, his gaze turning icy.

Seeing the Black Flood Dragon Treasure Ship begin to glow once more, the Earth Lion Demon King hastily activated his own Formation, summoning the Heavenly Demon Blade to counterattack.

Although the Heavenly Demon Blade could not completely block the Seven Stars Demon-Slaying Sword Aura, it could erode a significant portion of its power. Through this back-and-forth, it managed to intercept all six sword auras unleashed by the two Treasure Ships.

"Success."

Having blocked the six sword auras, the Earth Lion Demon King let out a slight sigh of relief.

Yet, in the very next instant, its expression shifted. It hurriedly channeled the Calamity Passage Mystic Pearl to its maximum power.

This was because the two Treasure Ship vessels, disregarding the immense cost, were using Spirit Stone [a mineral that stores and radiates spiritual energy] to recharge the Seven Stars Demon-Slaying Sword Aura. Once again, they unleashed a relentless barrage of demon-slaying sword auras.

The cultivators expended a staggering one million Spirit Stone, unleashing ten consecutive demon-slaying sword auras that pushed the Mountain Protection Formation to its absolute limit. With the final strike from the Celestial Python Treasure Ark, the formation shattered with a resounding *clang*.

As the Mountain Protection Formation collapsed, Exquisite Jiang was the first to merge her body with her sword and charge into Earth Lion Ridge.

"Now!"

Instantly, several dozen Human Race Golden Core and Violet Sanctum Cultivator [cultivators at the Violet Sanctum realm] followed closely behind.

The tens of thousands of Human Race cultivators aboard the Treasure Ship also surged forth, clashing with the Demon Race forces of Earth Lion Ridge.

High above Earth Lion Ridge, the Earth Lion Demon King and the Golden Lion Mastiff Demon King soared into the sky to intercept Exquisite Jiang.

Within less than five breaths of their clash, Elara Lin, Xavier Xu, and Eldrin Chen had already arrived to support Exquisite Jiang, surrounding the two Demon King [powerful demonic rulers].

Seeing the numerous opponents, the Earth Lion Demon King [a powerful lion-like demon ruler] abruptly changed expression. He swiftly seized the chance to retreat violently, then suddenly cried out.

"Fellow Daoists, if you do not act now, when will you?"

"Do not be hasty, Lion King."

At that very moment, a voice echoed from the void.

Eldrin Chen looked up and saw three black-robed men approaching from the left, while a massive savage ox appeared on the right.

"Savage Ox Demon King [a powerful demon king resembling a wild ox]." For the best reading experience, visit *audio-novel.com*.

"I never imagined you would aid the Earth Lion Demon King."

Exquisite Jiang remarked impassively. The Savage Ox Tribe was on the menu of the Earth Lion Tribe, making them natural enemies; their relationship could be described as mortal foes.

The Savage Ox Plains [the territory ruled by the Savage Ox Demon King] of the Savage Ox Demon King and the Earth Lion Ridge [the territory ruled by the Earth Lion Demon King] had always hunted each other. For him to come to the aid of the Earth Lion Demon King now was somewhat unexpected.

The Savage Ox Demon King strode forward, his voice booming like thunder: "This sovereign was initially unwilling to intervene. However, the Earth Lion Demon King has promised me the Ox Demon Blood Jade [a legendary jade artifact said to contain the condensed blood essence of a powerful ox demon, greatly enhancing one's cultivation]."

The gazes of the crowd flickered with understanding. The Ox Demon Blood Jade [a rare and special treasure] was an exceptionally precious treasure, capable of aiding the Savage Ox Tribe in awakening their Demonic Blood [demonic bloodline]. No wonder the Savage Ox Demon King was willing to take action.

Exquisite Jiang gave a slight nod, her gaze shifting to the three black-robed figures on the other side. She spoke with calm authority, "You who prefer to hide your faces in such a manner... you are likely not mere Demonic Cultivator [practitioners of demonic arts], are you?"

"Heh heh heh…"

A strange, grating laugh erupted from the foremost of the three figures.

His eyes fixed intently on Exquisite Jiang, he sneered coldly, "What does it matter whether we are or are not?"

"Now, facing six against four, you remain so composed. You must believe you have the means to escape, correct?"

As the black-robed elder spoke, he raised a hand, channeling his spiritual power. Nine Formation Flag [banners used to anchor and power magical formations] soared into the sky from the void, sealing off the heavens and earth for hundreds of Li-lengths [one Li-length equals five hundred meters] in all directions.

After completing this, he sneered, "This formation is called the Primordial Unity Heaven-Sealing Formation. Its grade reaches the Fourth Rank Superior Grade [a high tier of power and refinement]. Within several hundred Li-lengths, the space is locked by this formation. You will find it impossible to escape for quite some time."

"Trouble!"

Xavier Xu's expression turned grave as he tested the barrier. He confirmed that the area for hundreds of Li-lengths was indeed sealed by a powerful Formation [a structured arrangement of energy for defense, attack, or confinement]. Breaking through it in a short time would be exceedingly difficult.

Exquisite Jiang's expression remained serene. With a slight lift of her hand, countless formation patterns surged forth from the Cultivable Earth Kun Origin Disk [a powerful magical artifact capable of manipulating earth and space], once again enveloping the surrounding void.

After completing this step, Exquisite Jiang smiled and said, "I had initially thought that the Cultivable Earth Kun Origin Disk alone might not be enough to contain you all."

"But now, with your Primordial Unity Heaven-Sealing Formation [a supreme sealing formation] to complement it, the combined power of the two ensures none of you will escape."

"Something's wrong."

The Earth Lion Demon King and the others' expressions shifted. They too sensed that Exquisite Jiang's confidence seemed unnaturally assured.

At that very moment, from the distant void, an elder with an immortal's grace and a sage's bearing strode through the air. "Fellow Daoist Jiang, Fellow Daoist Chen," he said, "it seems your foresight in inviting this old man as a hidden hand was not misplaced."

The Demon Race cultivators looked up, their faces paling slightly.

The newcomer was none other than Path Master Taiwu. This Grand Elder of the Verdant Azure Immortal Sect had originally been a Middle-Tier Golden Core [a cultivator at the mid-level of the Golden Core realm] expert. Now, having broken through to the Golden Core Mid Stage [the middle stage of the Golden Core realm], his strength likely ranked among the formidable even within that tier.

"Why is he here?"

The Earth Lion Demon King's expression turned grim. The Demon Race had long been secretly guarding against the Firmament Sword Sect and the Purple Abyss Sect. They had never anticipated that the Verdant Azure Immortal Sect, with only one Golden Core [the Golden Core cultivation realm] expert remaining, would intervene in this battle.

The expressions of the three Patriarchs from the Deng Clan also shifted slightly. The Deng Clan Patriarch spoke, his voice icy cold.

"Even with the addition of one Golden Core Mid Stage cultivator, it would still be difficult to achieve Heaven-Defying Fate Alteration."

"Attack!"

In that instant, several Golden Core Patriarchs from both sides soared into the air, unleashing their full power from the very first move.

The Deng Clan Patriarch and the Earth Lion Demon King immediately focused their assault on Exquisite Jiang, aiming to eliminate their most formidable foe first. Yet, the moment they engaged, they found their attacks stifled and their movements constrained, utterly countered at every turn. Read, share, and discuss at AUDIO-NOVEL.COM.