Chapter 409 : Sword-Silk and Divine Light

As the endless bell waves surged forth, although they did not inflict heavy damage on the other Demon King [a powerful demonic ruler], they sent the group of Golden Core Demon King [demonic beasts at the Golden Core stage] into utter disarray, toppling them over like puppets.

Seizing this perfect opportunity, Exquisite Jiang unleashed the Void Five Tribulations Divine Light [a divine light technique embodying five heavenly tribulations]. It struck a Demonic Cultivator [a practitioner of demonic arts] at the Golden Core Late Stage [the late phase of the Golden Core realm], shattering its physical body into fragments.

Only a single demonic core [the condensed energy core of a demonic cultivator] remained, fleeing in a flash to the depths of the distant void.

"What formidable Divine Ability [supernatural techniques] and powerful magical treasure [enchanted artifacts] you both possess," the Glacier Alliance Leader exclaimed, his voice filled with astonishment as he witnessed them slay two powerful demonic beings in quick succession.

Watching them consecutively behead two Golden Core Late Stage demonic fiends, the leader of the Glacier Alliance could not conceal his look of profound surprise.

He let out a hearty laugh. The Twelve Froststream Mother-Child Swords [a set of twelve interlinked frost and stream swords] began to spin incessantly, transforming into a dazzling tapestry of fine, silken sword-light that crisscrossed the Cosmos [the vast expanse of the universe], slicing two Golden Core Demon King into countless pieces.

"Forging the sword into silk," Eldrin Chen murmured, his pupils contracting slightly.

This 'Forging the Sword into Silk' was an esoteric artifact-forging technique. It focused all power into an infinitesimally sharp point, capable of piercing through any defense. Its concentrated edge surpassed that of ordinary Immortal Sword [a sword wielded by immortals] and was particularly effective at countering defensive magical treasure and similar protective measures.

However, this method came at a cost. It diminished the overall majestic power of the Immortal Sword, stripping it of its righteous, unwavering, and overwhelming aura. In the end, it was considered a minor, unorthodox path, lacking the grand authority of true sword dao.

Upon reaching the Infant Soul Realm [the stage where a cultivator's nascent soul is formed], such sword arts refined to the fineness of a single energy thread had become exceedingly rare among Immortal Sword [divine swords wielded by powerful cultivators] techniques. Visit audio - novel . com to enjoy the complete series.

Yet it was undeniable that this method of refining a sword into a single thread was supremely effective against both the formidable physical bodies of demonic beasts and defensive magical treasures [enchanted artifacts used by cultivators].

Returning to the matter at hand, witnessing the three top-tier Golden Core [the stage where a cultivator forms a golden core of condensed power] experts of the Human Race unleash their might, the Demonic Cultivators [cultivators who use unorthodox, often malevolent methods] and Demon Kings [powerful demonic beings] finally understood that with their strength, they could not seize the legacy treasure left by an Infant Soul [a cultivator who has formed a nascent soul] expert.

As their resolve to retreat solidified, the White Serpent Demon King [a powerful serpentine demon lord] spoke coldly before departing, "Do not grow arrogant, you of the Human Race. This time, our Demon Race [the race of demonic beings]'s Celestial Crane Demon King [a powerful crane demon lord] was not present. Had he been here, you would not have had the chance to act so brazenly."

From among the Demonic Cultivators, a voice also sneered, "The Blood-Robed Patriarch is currently in seclusion, breaking through to the Infant Soul realm. Once His Excellency succeeds in his ascension to the Infant Soul Realm, he will surely wash the Vast Sea [a vast oceanic region] in blood."

"Is that so? Then this one shall be ready to receive him at any time,"

Frigid Stream True Person [a powerful cultivator known by the title 'True Person of the Frigid Stream'] retorted with a cold laugh. He opened his mouth and swallowed the twelve Immortal Swords into his abdomen.

He did not pursue the retreating foes. Instead, he strode towards Eldrin Chen. "Frigid Stream pays his respects to you, Fellow Daoist."

"Whoosh—"

As soon as the words left the Frigid Stream True Person's lips, he flicked his sleeve, and a great golden net shot forth to ensnare its target.

That object was actually a supreme-grade magical treasure [an enchanted artifact used by cultivators]. Upon activation, it unleashed a dazzling radiance of treasure light, descending to envelop the three of them.

"An Immortal-Binding Net!"

Facing the sudden ambush from Frigid Stream True Person, an unprepared cultivator would likely have been ensnared instantly. However, Eldrin Chen was meticulous in his actions. In a flash, he summoned the Bulwark Earth Sovereign Bell to block the strike.

"A pity."

Seeing his Immortal-Binding Net fail, Frigid Stream True Person opened his mouth and spat out twelve strands of sword-silk that shot forth to envelop his targets.

Seizing the moment, Exquisite Jiang beside him swiftly activated the Primordial Magnetic Treasure Bracelet. Instantly, a sky full of silvery light erupted, locking down the twelve sword-energies.

"Not good!"

He had never imagined that Exquisite Jiang still possessed such a magical treasure. Frigid Stream True Person's expression shifted slightly.

Realizing he could not subdue the two alone, he hastily called out, "Everyone, attack now! We can divide the legacy treasures after capturing them!"

Simultaneously, over a dozen Golden Core [the third major realm of cultivation, where one forms a solidified golden core of spiritual power] cultivators from the Spirit Island Alliance made their move, intending to lend Frigid Stream True Person their aid.

Eldrin Chen's gaze sharpened. He raised his hand and immediately summoned the Magnetic Treasure Mirror. The treasure erupted with dazzling light, and in the blink of an eye, it had already drawn in five Fourth-Rank Magical Treasure [powerful enchanted artifacts].

"It's the Magnetic Void Treasure Mirror!"

A Golden Core Cultivator [a master who has condensed their spiritual power into a solid Golden Core] cried out in alarm and hastily withdrew his own magical treasure [enchanted artifact].

Even Frigid Stream True Person's eyes narrowed. He pulled back the hand that had been reaching for his Storage Bag [a spatial pouch for holding items].

"Damnable! I never imagined they were still hiding such a trump card."

"If we keep fighting like this, I fear we'll only end up mutually destroying each other."

Frigid Stream True Person felt a pang of regret. He had assumed the two were merely Superior-Tier Golden Core [cultivators at the peak of the Golden Core realm]. He never could have guessed their methods were far more terrifying than he had anticipated. Continue your cultivation journey at audio - novel . com.

With this thought, he forcefully channeled his spiritual power, recalling both the Immortal-Binding Net and the Twelve Froststream Mother-Child Swords. Gritting his teeth, he declared, "Everyone, we retreat for now. We will settle this score with them another day."

Following Frigid Stream True Person's command, the other Golden Core True Person could only withdraw with bitter reluctance.

Eldrin Chen and Exquisite Jiang did not give chase. After recovering a measure of his spiritual energy, Eldrin looked at Silas Chen and asked, "What exactly did you obtain that made Frigid Stream True Person turn on us so decisively?"

Silas Chen remained silent, simply handing the Storage Bag over to Eldrin Chen.

Upon opening it, a flicker of astonishment crossed his features. After a long moment, he sighed with resignation. "So it was a treasure of this caliber. No wonder Frigid Stream True Person was willing to make an enemy of me for its sake."

"What is it, exactly?" inquired Exquisite Jiang.

Eldrin Chen opened the Storage Bag and retrieved the treasures within.

There were only three items: a wisp of Chaos-hued Primordial Energy [the foundational, undifferentiated energy from which all things are born], an ancient, weathered scroll detailing a cultivation art, and a fiery crimson piece of spirit jade.

"Earth Mother Energy [a profound, nurturing essence drawn from the world's core], an Infant Soul Cultivation Art, and a Fire Vein Spirit Jade."

Exquisite Jiang's eyes widened in profound shock. The value of these treasures was simply incalculable.

The Fire Vein Spirit Jade was one of the legendary Five Veins Precious Jade [five supreme types of spirit jade, each aligned with a fundamental element], a peerless treasure that could only be nurtured within a Fifth Rank Fire Vein [a powerful, fifth-grade spiritual ley line of the fire element]. Even a Fifth Rank Low-Grade Fire Vein would typically require the accumulation of a full millennium's worth of spiritual energy to give birth to a single piece of Fire Vein Spirit Jade.

If this Fire Vein Spirit Jade were used by a cultivator possessing a Fire Spiritual Root [an innate affinity for the fire element], it could increase their chances of a successful Infant Soul [the Infant Soul Realm, a major stage of cultivation] breakthrough by a full twenty percent. Furthermore, it could be fused into a magical treasure [an enchanted artifact used by cultivators] to fundamentally enhance the treasure's material quality.

As for the scroll, this Infant Soul Cultivation Art was titled the 'Ethereal Void Ancient Scroll'. It contained a complete cultivation method capable of reaching the Infant Soul 7th Tier. Moreover, it included instructions for forging a specific Lifebound Spiritual Treasure [a magical treasure intimately connected to a cultivator's life force and soul] known as the 'Ethereal Void Pagoda'.

The most precious among them was the Earth Mother Energy [a primordial essence of the earth, vital for cultivation breakthroughs]. This treasure is one of the key items required for breaking through to the Earthly Path Infant Soul [a foundational cultivation method for the Earthly Path] and the Heavenly Path Infant Soul [a major cultivation realm]. It can also be used to directly elevate a Mid-Grade Demon-Subduing Supreme Treasure [a powerful enchanted artifact] to a higher grade.

For Eldrin Chen to break through to the Heavenly Path Infant Soul, besides needing Heavenly Path Energy [a celestial essence], he could not lack this incredibly precious Earth Mother Energy.

"A heavy treasure like the Earth Mother Energy would likely tempt even an Infant Soul True Lord [a powerful cultivator at the peak of the Infant Soul Realm] to seize it by force,"

Exquisite Jiang sighed. The gap between the Earthly Path Infant Soul and the Mortal Path Infant Soul [a foundational cultivation method for the Mortal Path] was simply too vast.

For someone like Frigid Stream True Person, forging an Earthly Path Infant Soul would significantly increase their chances of reaching the Infant Soul Late Stage in the future. It might even grant a sliver of hope to summon the Heaven and Earth Souls and break through to the realm of a Primordial Solar Path Lord [a title for a master of the Solar Path].

However, without the Earth Mother Energy, one could only forge a Mortal Path Infant Soul. For such an Infant Soul Cultivator, the hope of even cultivating to the Infant Soul Mid Stage would be a mere one in ten, let alone reaching the Infant Soul Late Stage or the Primordial Spirit Realm [the realm beyond Infant Soul].

Thinking of this, Eldrin Chen looked at Silas Chen and asked, "How could you have been so careless as to let such a heavy treasure slip out?"

"I was not cautious enough in my actions and was betrayed by a friend."

Silas Chen revealed a look of helplessness and began recounting her experiences over these years.

It turned out that after leaving Chu Nation all those years ago, she had wandered until she arrived at the Vast Sea. There, she broke through to the Pseudo-Core Realm [a cultivation stage just below the Golden Core] and met a friend.

That friend was named Ancient Verdant Beauty Gu. The two of them journeyed together, seeking the ruins of Celestial Dome Island.

By sheer chance, they truly did discover a set of ruins and obtained the legacy of Ethereal Void True Lord.

Mentioning the ruins, Silas Chen revealed a flicker of killing intent. "I just never imagined that, to monopolize the treasures, she would resort to ambushing me." Your portal to cultivation novels: site: audio-novel.com.