Chapter 378 : The Pagoda Descends

Taiwu the True Person [a powerful cultivator known for his profound cultivation] spoke no more, his expression grave as he waited.

As expected, not long after, a flash of light erupted atop Crimson Scorpion Ridge [a mountain ridge inhabited by powerful scorpion-type demonic beasts], clearly indicating a Demon King [a ruler among demonic beasts, equivalent to a Golden Core cultivator] had departed via the Teleportation Formation [a magical array capable of instant transportation over vast distances].

Lyra Jiang did not rush to act. She waited for the better part of an hour, judging the moment right, before finally activating the Six Heavens Black Prison Pagoda [a supreme-grade magical pagoda with immense sealing and destructive power].

With Lyra Jiang's mana, rivaling that of the Golden Core Great Perfection [the pinnacle stage of the Golden Core realm], the power unleashed by this treasure was sufficient to shatter any Fourth Rank Formation [a powerful defensive or offensive array typically used by Golden Core-level powers].

A pagoda, vast enough to blot out the sky, descended from the heavens. With a single strike, it shattered the protective Formation [a structured arrangement of magical energy for defense, attack, or other purposes] guarding Crimson Scorpion Ridge.

Immediately after, Yvonne the Violet Consort soared into the sky. The 'Violet Cosmos Void-Traversing Mirror' [a supreme-grade mirror capable of manipulating space] transformed into a radiant brilliance that enveloped the heavens and earth, sealing off the entire area.

"Disaster," the thought struck.

The 'Crimson Chain Demon King' [a demon king known for its fiery and binding attacks] left to guard Crimson Scorpion Ridge sensed the peril. It immediately moved to summon a Magical Treasure [an enchanted artifact used by cultivators, often with unique powers] to destroy the Teleportation Formation.

But it was already too late. In the space of a breath, the Heavenly Separated Twin Swords [a pair of supreme-grade swords known for their devastating combined power] merged their essence high in the Firmament [the vault of heaven, the sky]. The combined might of two Supreme Grade Magical Treasure [the highest grade of cultivator artifacts, possessing immense power] brushed against the realm of False Nascent Soul [a pseudo-realm between Golden Core perfection and true Nascent Soul, possessing terrifying power].

The Crimson Scorpion Demon King, merely at the Golden Core, Early Stage [the initial phase of the Golden Core realm], faced with such a world-shaking strike, had no time to unleash its fury before its head was severed. Only its Demonic Core [the condensed essence and life force of a high-level demonic beast, similar to a cultivator's Golden Core] managed to escape. Your portal to cultivation novels: audio-novel.com (official site).

"Where do you think you're fleeing?"

Ignoring the immense drain on his mana, Eldrin Chen swept his sleeve, drawing the Demonic Core [the condensed energy core of a powerful demonic beast] into its folds. He then summoned his Flying Sword [a sword that can be controlled telekinetically to fly and attack] to cut down the Purple Mansion Demonic Beast [a powerful demonic beast equivalent in strength to a Purple Mansion realm cultivator] within the mountain, personally securing the Teleportation Formation [a magical array that allows instantaneous travel between two fixed points].

A group of Golden Core Cultivator [practitioners who have condensed their spiritual energy into a stable, golden core, marking a major advancement] followed close behind, scattering and slaughtering the mountain's Demonic Beast [monstrous creatures infused with demonic energy].

With control of the Teleportation Formation secured, a look of satisfaction crossed Eldrin Chen's face. He glanced at the assembled group and declared,

"This Teleportation Formation can transport seven individuals at once. The first group shall consist of myself, Lyra, Immortal Maiden Violet Consort, along with Qian the Sect Master, Taiwu the True Person, Spirit Consort, the Immortal Maiden, and Old Granduncle—seven of us in total."

"Once we have secured the Teleportation Formation on the other side, you are to follow immediately. Fellow Daoist Lysander Ling will remain here to excavate the Teleportation Array Disk [the core physical component of a teleportation formation]."

Lysander Ling nodded in agreement. A Teleportation Array Disk was immensely heavy, weighing as much as ten thousand jun, and was intricately linked to the Spirit Mountain's Earth Vein [a subterranean channel of concentrated earthly spiritual energy]. Even for a Golden Core True Person [an honorific for a Golden Core realm master], extracting it intact would require considerable effort.

With the roster settled, Eldrin Chen consumed a Pill [a refined medicinal elixir used by cultivators] to restore his depleted mana, recuperating from the expenditure of merging the Heavenly Separated Twin Swords. Once restored, he rose to his feet. "There is no time to waste. We must act with decisive speed."

"Move out."

The seven of them stepped onto the Teleportation Formation. In the blink of an eye, the world spun and twisted around them, and they found themselves transported across the void to the distant other shore [the destination point of the teleportation].

As soon as they landed, Lyra Jiang activated the Earth-Fortress Earth Origin Disk to shield the Teleportation Formation, while Yvonne the Violet Consort instantly used the Violet Cosmos Void-Traversing Mirror to stabilize the surrounding space.

Eldrin Chen raised his hand and summoned the Heavenly Separated Twin Swords. Like cleaving through melons and chopping vegetables, he shattered the nearby Formation and slew the Purple Mansion Demonic Beast tasked with guarding it.

Acting in unison, the group swiftly scattered and annihilated the surrounding Demonic Beast horde.

At this moment, Eldrin Chen surveyed their surroundings and found the Teleportation Formation situated amidst a vast expanse of surging waters: "This is the Great Kun River."

"Stay vigilant."

Grim expressions settled on everyone's faces. The Great Kun River was a boundless waterway spanning millions of Li-lengths, containing five or six Fourth Rank Spirit Vein [a high-grade source of spiritual energy], each occupied by several Demon King [a powerful demonic ruler] tribes.

They had clearly arrived at one of these Fourth Rank Spirit Vein.

Within mere moments, the Demon King residing on the Spirit Island [an island rich in spiritual energy] was alerted.

A Black Demonic Crocodile King soared towards them, roaring with fury, "How dare you!"

"Seeking death."

Eldrin Chen's eyes narrowed. The Heavenly Separated Twin Swords shot forth, crisscrossing the air, forcing his opponent into a frantic, scrambling retreat within moments.

The Crocodile King still sought to flee, but faced with the encirclement of twelve Golden Core True Person [powerful cultivators at the Golden Core Realm], even a False Nascent Soul Cultivator [a cultivator whose power approaches but has not fully reached the Nascent Soul Realm] would have to run for their life, let alone a beast that was merely at the Golden Core, Early Stage.

In the span of a few exchanges, the Crocodile King was surrounded and slain upon the Spirit Island. Lyra Jiang collected its Demonic Core [the condensed essence and power core of a high-level demonic beast], and after instructing Qingci the Recluse to secure the Teleportation Array Disk, she immediately led the group toward the next Spirit Mountain.

They had just arrived at the third Spirit Mountain and were gaining control of its guardian Formation [a structured arrangement of energy for defense or other purposes] when a massive, azure-feathered eagle was seen soaring toward them from the sky.

"It's the Azure Eagle Demon King from Black Eagle Ridge!"

As he spoke, Eldrin Chen channeled his power, sending his immortal sword slashing through the air toward the beast. Experience the full epic at audio . novel . com.

Sensing the danger, the Azure Eagle Demon King beat its wings in a powerful stroke and fled into the distance.

"Do not pursue!"

As the Azure Eagle Demon King made its escape, Lyra Jiang called out, halting those who wished to give chase. "This is not the time for delays."

"Clan Brother Kael, you shall remain here."

Considering the Azure Eagle Demon King was not weak, Eldrin Chen decided to leave behind Kael Chen, who had forged a Superior Golden Core and possessed formidable strength.

The group still aimed for swift and decisive victories, capturing six or seven Demonic Tribe Spirit Mountain [a mountain imbued with spiritual energy] in an extremely short span of time, which greatly exceeded the Demonic Tribe's expectations.

Now that the main force of the Demonic Tribe had been drawn to the Void Gemstone Vein, perhaps believing the rear Spirit Mountain to be secure, they had not even left a Golden Core Demon King behind to guard them. Naturally, the group captured these locations with ease.

They managed to seize nine Demonic Tribe Spirit Mountain in succession. By the time they reached the tenth Spirit Mountain, Eldrin Chen noticed that only Lyra Jiang, Yvonne the Violet Consort, and Qian the Sect Master remained with him.

Just after securing control of the tenth Spirit Mountain, Qian the Sect Master stroked his beard and laughed heartily, "In less than half an hour, we have stormed nine Spirit Mountain held by the Demonic Tribe. This is truly a victory unseen for a millennium."

"It seems these Teleportation Formation [magical arrays for instantaneous travel] are a double-edged sword," he mused. "They can deliver total victory when used well, but if countered, they can also lead to catastrophic losses in an instant."

Eldrin Chen's eyes flickered slightly as he offered a faint smile. "So the Ji Clan's intention is for the Six Kingdoms to cultivate six new Fourth Rank Spirit Vein [a high-grade source of spiritual energy]."

"That way, even if one Spirit Mountain falls, it wouldn't trigger an instantaneous chain reaction of collapse."

As they spoke, their gazes turned grave, focusing on the final Teleportation Array Disk [a portable device containing a teleportation formation].

Yvonne the Violet Consort's expression grew somber. "Our current position," she stated, "is now eight hundred thousand Li-length [one Li-length equals five hundred meters] deep into the heartland of the Demonic Tribe."

"At this distance, even returning would take at least half a year. Venturing further becomes perilous, and the Demonic Tribe [a collective term for intelligent, often hostile, non-human races with cultivation abilities] has likely already reacted."

Lyra Jiang pondered for a moment before stating, "Let's proceed like this: the three of us will assault one more stronghold. With our combined strength, even a dozen Golden Core Demon King [powerful demonic beasts that have reached the Golden Core Realm] would struggle to overcome us."

"Then let us act."

As he spoke, Eldrin Chen activated the Teleportation Formation.

A flash of light enveloped them, and in an instant, Eldrin Chen and his two companions arrived at the formation's destination.

The moment they materialized, a sharp pang between his brows triggered a reflex. He summoned the Earth-Fortress Sovereign Bell without a second thought.

Though this Lifebound Magical Treasure [a cultivator's personally forged and soul-bound enchanted artifact] had reached the Supreme Grade, it shuddered violently under the assault, its radiance visibly dimming.

Fortunately, Lyra Jiang reacted with equal swiftness, immediately deploying the Earth-Fortress Earth Origin Disk to shield all three of them.

Only then did Eldrin Chen unleash the Heavenly Separated Twin Swords, parrying several more incoming strikes in rapid succession, finally granting him a moment to survey their surroundings.

"Black Eagle Demon King, Azure Sparrow Demon King, Savage Armor Demon King..."

Eldrin Chen swept his gaze around, discovering to his astonishment that more than a dozen Golden Core Demon King [powerful demonic rulers at the Golden Core realm] now encircled them.

In the distant void, several even more formidable Demon King [powerful demonic rulers] were locked in fierce combat with a group of Human Race Golden Core [human cultivators who have formed their Golden Core, the third major stage of cultivation].

"Have we... somehow arrived at the Void Gemstone Vein?" he murmured, a note of disbelief in his voice.

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