Chapter 330 : Flight of the Fallen Clan

Having offended far too many, those Deng Clan Violet Sanctum Cultivator who managed to escape likely dare not remain on Ji Continent in the future. If they stayed, they would face retribution from the Chu Nation Cultivation World. Their only recourse is to flee to neighboring lands like Tianlu Continent or the Heavenly Star Continent.

Even if they eventually settle down beyond the borders of the Yan Kingdom, they will likely have to change their names and sever their old identities. Furthermore, having scattered in their desperate flight, their clan's legacy will be fragmented and incomplete. It is improbable they will ever restore the former glory of a single clan boasting three Golden Core Patriarchs.

"A satisfactory answer. Consider this your reward."

After listening to the Foundation Establishment Cultivator's account, Eldrin Chen casually tossed him a Second Rank magical treasure [an enchanted artifact used by cultivators].

Then, amidst the man's profuse thanks, Eldrin transformed into a streak of sword light and shot towards the horizon, heading straight for the Deng Clan's Spirit Island.

Although most of the Deng Clan's movable wealth had vanished with its fleeing cultivators, the two Fourth-Rank Spiritual Vein [geographical formations that concentrate and radiate spiritual energy] left behind remained treasures of immense value.

He flew by sword all the way into the heart of the Yan Kingdom's Immortal Realm [a region rich in spiritual energy where cultivators gather], aiming for the Deng Clan's ancestral seat, Deng Clan Island.

That Deng Clan Island sat upon a Fourth Rank Mid-Grade Spiritual Vein [a vein of concentrated spiritual energy]. Beneath this spiritual vein lay a fourth-rank Water Vein [a vein of concentrated water-element spiritual energy], and growing there was a Worldly Spiritual Root [a plant of profound spiritual nature], specifically a Water Origin Spirit Fruit Tree.

These fixed assets were far too precious, making them Eldrin Chen's primary objective.

The moment he arrived at Deng Clan Island, he sensed several dozen Violet Sanctum Cultivator gathered upon the isle. At its Central heart, the auras of two Golden Core Realm experts pulsed with power. This content originates from audio-novel[dot]com. Please respect copyright.

"Seizing the advantage?"

A sharp glint flashed in Eldrin Chen's eyes. The sword radiance of the Solar Fire Returning Abyss Sword soared into the heavens with a resonant hum before plunging down into the heart of Deng Clan Island.

The moment he entered Deng Clan Island, several Violet Sanctum Cultivator [cultivators at the Violet Sanctum realm] took to the air, shouting, "Halt! This territory belongs to the Yan Kingdom Immortal Clan Alliance."

"Are you certain you wish to stand in my way?"

Eldrin Chen's sword light paused momentarily as his gaze swept over the group.

His eyes held a piercing sharpness akin to unsheathed blades. The cultivators felt as if a Peerless Immortal Sword were cleaving towards them with a single glance. The dazzling, overwhelming edge of that gaze forced them to stumble back, their faces draining of color. They could only lower their heads, not daring to meet his eyes.

"Fellow Daoist, is there a need to trouble these juniors?"

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

Seeing that the few Violet Sanctum [Violet Sanctum realm] cultivators could not withstand him, the two Golden Core Cultivator [cultivators at the Golden Core realm] residing within Deng Clan Island finally emerged.

The leader possessed cultivation at the Golden Core Mid Stage. This man was named Rising Sun Yuan and served as the Clan Patriarch of the Yuan Immortal Clan from Yan Kingdom.

The figure behind him was a woman clad in violet robes. She was known as Immortal Maiden Violet Path, once the foremost rogue cultivator in Yan Kingdom. She later became cultivation partners with the Clan Patriarch of the Yuan Clan, and together they forged the present-day Yan Kingdom Immortal Clan Alliance.

That Rising Sun Yuan cast a glance at Eldrin Chen. As news of Eldrin Chen's breakthrough to the Golden Core realm had not yet spread, he failed to recognize him for who he was. Mistaking him merely for a cultivator at the Golden Core Early Stage level who had come to claim a share of the spoils, his gaze turned slightly cold.

Thus, his expression hardened as he spoke bluntly, "You have come here, I presume, for the assets of the Deng Clan."

"Let me make this clear for you," he continued. "The Deng Clan assets were originally part of Yan Kingdom's holdings. They have now been occupied by our Yan Kingdom Cultivation Alliance."

"If that is your purpose, I suggest you turn back now."

Rising Sun Yuan's face remained impassive and cold. From the outset, he adopted an intimidating, dismissive demeanor, clearly intending to frighten Eldrin Chen away.

The Immortal Maiden Violet Path beside him gently restrained Rising Sun Yuan. She then smiled and addressed Eldrin Chen, saying, "My husband has a fiery temper. I hope you will not take offense, Fellow Daoist."

"You have traveled a long way, and it is no small effort. As your hosts, we offer you three Water Spirit Fruit [spiritual fruits imbued with water-attribute energy] as a gesture of hospitality."

As she spoke, she presented three Water Spirit Fruit [spiritual fruits imbued with water-attribute energy], evidently intending this as her reception for Eldrin Chen.

The moment he saw the Water Spirit Fruit [spiritual fruits imbued with water-attribute energy], Eldrin Chen could not help but be amused. This husband-and-wife pair was putting on a classic act—one playing the stern role, the other the gentle one—and in the end, all they produced were three mere Spirit Fruit [fruits containing spiritual energy].

Although the Water Spirit Fruit [a fruit imbued with water-attuned spiritual energy] is a Fourth-Rank Spirit Fruit [a fruit containing potent spiritual essence], each one is only worth around one hundred thousand Spirit Stone [a mineral that stores and radiates spiritual energy]. Offering me three was nothing more than tossing scraps to a beggar.

Moreover, these Water Spirit Fruit were produced by the Water Spirit Fruit Tree [a spiritual tree bearing water-attuned fruits] growing upon the Spirit Mountain [a mountain rich in spiritual energy] of the Deng Clan.

Eldrin Chen did not accept the three Water Spirit Fruit. Instead, he gazed calmly at the two men, his eyes serene as he spoke.

"And what if I were to claim this Spirit Mountain for myself?"

"Then you must first ask my Immortal Sword [a sword of immortal-grade power]!"

A cold glint flashed in the eyes of Rising Sun Yuan as he summoned a Purple-Green Fourth-Rank Immortal Sword [a fourth-rank immortal sword with purple and green hues]. This blade was his Lifebound Immortal Sword [an immortal sword bound to its wielder's life force], forged from Fourth-Rank Lightning-Struck Wood [a rare wood tempered by heavenly lightning]. It feared neither wind, fire, thunder, nor lightning, and was impervious to the restraints of magnetic magical treasure [an enchanted artifact used by cultivators]. Within the Ji Continent, it held a measure of renown. Continue reading this story at site: audio-novel.com.

Watching the dazzling sword light surge forth, Eldrin Chen let out a derisive laugh.

"I was hoping for a lesson."

"*Clang—*"

As his words faded, the resonant cry of a sword already cleaved the heavens.

The Solar Fire Returning Abyss Sword cleaved the firmament, while the Heavenly River Positive Water Sword swept across the vast expanse, their strikes crossing a hundred Li-lengths of empty space in an instant.

From the very first clash, the two combatants sensed something amiss. After less than ten exchanges with Eldrin Chen, Rising Sun Yuan found himself already at a disadvantage.

Seeing Rising Sun Yuan in dire peril, Immortal Maiden Violet Path swiftly summoned her Immortal Sword to intervene, seeking to lend her Dao Companion a helping hand.

Yet, with a subtle flicker in his eyes, Eldrin Chen maneuvered his Celestial Abyss Twin Swords with masterful skill. He then unleashed the Polarity Void Mirror with a sweeping motion, instantly capturing Immortal Maiden Violet Path's Violet Path Immortal Sword within the treasure mirror.

"Ah! My Immortal Sword!"

Immortal Maiden Violet Path cried out in alarm, startling Rising Sun Yuan into refraining from summoning any metal-attributed magical treasure [an enchanted artifact used by cultivators]. He could only desperately channel his Divine Ability [a supreme supernatural power cultivated by immortals] in a frantic attempt to turn the tide.

Unable to deploy their Fourth-Rank Magical Treasure [a powerful enchanted artifact of the fourth tier], Eldrin Chen handled the duo with relative ease. In merely fifty exchanges, he had already suppressed them completely, leaving them utterly defenseless.

"Quickly, aid the Patriarch!"

The Violet Sanctum [the third major realm of cultivation, where one opens their spiritual sea] cultivators from the Yan Kingdom below, witnessing this, hurriedly summoned their flying sword magical treasure [enchanted artifacts] to assist.

Being besieged by several dozen Violet Sanctum Cultivator [practitioners who have reached the Violet Sanctum realm] would pressure even a Golden Core Mid Stage [the middle phase of the fourth major cultivation realm] expert. A glint flashed in Eldrin Chen's eyes as he activated his Crimson-Gold Glazed Armor, unleashing a radiant barrier of protective energy that effortlessly blocked the onslaught of flying sword magical treasure [enchanted artifacts].

"The Crimson-Gold Glazed Armor [a legendary suit of armor forged from crimson gold and glazed with protective enchantments]."

At the sight of this treasure, Rising Sun Yuan let out a startled cry. The couple immediately ceased their attack and retreated.

Immortal Maiden Violet Path paled slightly, unable to hold back her question. "That Crimson-Gold Glazed Armor is Old Ghost Deng's Lifebound Magical Treasure [a magical artifact bound to its owner's life force, often shattering upon their death]. How... how did it come to be in your possession?"

"Only now do you realize?"

Eldrin Chen let out a cold laugh, his sharp gaze pressing down on the pair with palpable force.

The two swallowed hard. It was Immortal Maiden Violet Path who finally found her voice. "We... we have yet to learn your esteemed name, sir?"

"My name," he stated with calm finality, "is Eldrin Chen."

At those words, the couple's expressions shifted dramatically, a tremor of recognition passing through them.

During the Beast Tide [a catastrophic invasion by monstrous beasts], Eldrin Chen had carved his name across Ji Continent. With mere Violet Sanctum [the third major realm of cultivation, where one forms a spiritual core] cultivation, he had slain the Black Flood Dragon Demon King [a tyrannical draconic fiend].

A prodigy of such caliber was rare even across the ages. Within the last millennium of Ji Continent, he stood peerless, a figure commanding awe and utmost caution from all.

The reason the two of them failed to recognize Eldrin Chen immediately was that they had not anticipated he would achieve a breakthrough into the Golden Core Realm [the third major stage of cultivation where one's spiritual energy condenses into a solid, radiant core] with such astonishing speed.

Now, hearing his words, Rising Sun Yuan's expression shifted subtly, his face paling slightly.