Chapter 438. Nascent Soul Qi (Spiritual Root)

"Since you are confident in dealing with Crimson Flame the Blazing Lord, then it is indeed time to resolve this millennium-old karma."

The Slanting Sun Wheel emanated a scorching radiance, its tone calm yet edged with sharpness: "However, Crimson Flame the Blazing Lord is, after all, an existence at the Nascent Soul level, and his vitality far surpasses that of an ordinary True Lord. Eliminating him will be anything but easy."

"Later, we shall use the formation to suppress this fiend, then you may strike when the opportunity arises."

Lyra and Eldrin exchanged a glance before she nodded solemnly. "Senior, rest assured. The 2 of us will spare no effort in vanquishing this vile creature."

"Good." The Clear Moon Wheel's tone was grave, carrying a resolute edge. "Even if this battle leaves us severely drained, we must eradicate this fiend completely."

Having resolved to strike, the Clear Moon Ring and Slanting Sun Ring immediately pushed the formation to its limits. Amplified by the fifth-tier formation, they transformed into a pair of sun and moon descending from the heavens, plunging into the sea of molten flames with majestic divine might.

"Roar——"

A roar that shook the heavens and earth erupted from the endless sea of molten fire. A figure, majestic as a deity or demon, strained against the formation’s pressure and burst forth from the blazing inferno of the volcanic abyss, roaring with primal fury.

Although the formation of the Sun Moon Sect had minor imperfections, it could still unleash the full power of the 2 demon-subduing treasures. With a single strike, it successfully wounded the suppressed Crimson Flame the Blazing Lord (Person Name).

Eldrin watched as Crimson Flame the Blazing Lord, his body etched with countless formation patterns, raised both hands to seize the sun and moon while soaring skyward—a demonic deity emerging from the hellscape of Crimson Flame Qi.

Although this fiend lacked demon-refining treasures and his magical power was slightly inferior to the True Lord's, his physical body surpassed that of many demons and monsters. Perhaps only top-tier demonic races like flood dragons and rocs could rival him.

Lyra's gaze sharpened slightly, a trace of solemnity coloring her thoughts.

Witnessing Crimson Flame the Blazing Lord (Person Name) running rampant, Eldrin (Person Name) spoke up, "With the Nether Stone (Spiritual Object) now reinforcing this formation, its power has surged dramatically. Yet this fiend still manages to resist 2 demon-subduing supreme treasures—he must be paying a steep price for this defiance."

"Very well, let's begin."

Lyra's eyes narrowed sharply, and in that instant, she summoned the Heaven's Ruin Immortal-Slaying Sword.

In an instant, this peerless Demon-Slaying Immortal Sword erupted with annihilating radiance. Unparalleled white sword rays crisscrossed the void—in terms of pure destructive power, it rivaled even the Heaven-Spanning Immortal Sword itself.

This lethal immortal sword was inherently forged to slay Nascent Soul True Monarchs. Its surprise strike carved a 100-zhang-long gash across Crimson Flame the Blazing Lord (Person Name)'s physical form.

"What a formidable physical body."

Lyra's pupils contracted slightly, a flicker of regret passing through her heart.

It was a pity her cultivation base was ultimately somewhat lacking. Had she broken through to the Nascent Soul realm, that earlier sword strike would have severed Crimson Flame the Blazing Lord's physical body in 2.

"How dare you!"

Suddenly dealt a heavy blow, Crimson Flame the Blazing Lord (Person Name) roared furiously, his face contorted with shock and rage as he glared at Lyra (Person Name).

At this moment, suppressed by the formation and the Sun-Moon Twin Wheels, He let out a furious roar upon seeing the Heavenly Ruins Slaying Immortal Sword still wreaking havoc. A faint, ethereal crimson mist then streamed from His lips.

"Damn, it's the Nascent Soul Qi (Spiritual Root)!"

Lyra's pupils contracted slightly as she hurriedly said, "He's going all out."

The Nascent Soul Qi (Spiritual Root) of a Nascent Soul True Monarch is 1 of their most formidable abilities. This aura is a mystical power born from the perfect fusion of essence, energy, and spirit.

Moreover, there existed a strand of Creation Origin, capable of causing a True Monarch's Nascent Soul to surge in power once unleashed.

Nascent Soul Qi (Spiritual Root) is exceptionally precious, as it can nourish demon-refining treasures and restore their formidable power.

Unfortunately, Nascent Soul Qi (Spiritual Root) serves as the power source of the Nascent Soul. Overusing it would severely deplete the Nascent Soul's vitality, requiring an extensive period to gradually recover.

For this very reason, Nascent Soul Elders were unwilling to draw upon this precious Nascent Soul Qi (Spiritual Root) unless absolutely necessary.

Realizing the situation had turned dire, Crimson Flame the Blazing Lord (Person Name) decisively activated his Nascent Soul Qi (Spiritual Root). In that fleeting moment, the scorching Nascent Soul Qi (Spiritual Root) blazed across the heavens, astonishingly amplifying his spiritual power by a full 50 percent.

"Be careful, we can't hold it down any longer."

The Clear Moon Wheel sensed the situation turning perilous and hastily addressed the 2.

After utilizing the Nascent Soul Qi (Spiritual Root), Crimson Flame the Blazing Lord (Person Name) had nearly reached the pinnacle of the Nascent Soul, Early Stage (Cultivation Realm). Even an ordinary Dao Nascent Soul cultivator might find it difficult to subdue him.

Were it not for the fact that he was trapped within the formation, even if everyone joined forces, they might not be able to keep him here.

But then, Crimson Flame the Blazing Lord (Person Name), wreathed in molten flames, actually defied the suppression of the formation array and the 2 demon-refining supreme treasures. Gripping his companion spirit treasure, he soared into the air and swung it down, striking directly toward Lyra (Person Name).

Tri-Phenomenon Divine Thunder.

Eldrin's pupils contracted slightly as he raised his hand, summoning the Trinity Divine Thunder to strike out.

The Tri-Primordial Divine Thunder rotated incessantly, transforming into 3-colored radiance that spiraled forth with overwhelming force, erupting in a majestic roar of thunder.

With his current cultivation level driving it, amplified by the 5 Thunders Major Cycle, the might of this strike far surpassed the full-force blow of a False Infant cultivator.

Yet such a mighty divine power, unleashed with overwhelming force, was severed by a single sword strike in the blink of an eye. The blade’s momentum did not wane, continuing its arc as it swept forward.

Lyra urged her Refining Demon Immortal Sword to strike, yet even this blow was sent flying back by the counterforce.

"Do not take it head-on."

As Crimson Flame the Blazing Lord’s aura surged with overwhelming force, Lyra activated the Glazed Armor of the 3 Treasures, pulling Eldrin with her as they swiftly retreated from the scene.

The Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) greatsword narrowly grazed past her, yet its residual force still drew a trickle of blood from the corner of Lyra's (Person Name) lips.

"Are you alright?"

Eldrin felt a pang in his heart and hastily fed Lyra a medicinal pill.

Lyra shook her head and said helplessly, "What a pity that the Glazed Armor of the 3 Treasures requires a full 60 years to restore all its power. Otherwise, relying on this treasure's might, we wouldn't have suffered such a loss."

Although the Glazed Armor of the 3 Treasures (Magic Treasure) was formidable, it ultimately wasn't a soul-bound artifact. This treasure required nourishment from Nascent Soul Qi (Spiritual Root) to swiftly restore its power. Since they hadn't broken through to the Nascent Soul stage, they could only let it draw energy from the spiritual veins to rejuvenate.

Although they could also activate this treasure with their Golden Core cultivation, the power they could unleash ultimately fell far short.

At this thought, Eldrin said, "This fiend has merely just entered the Nascent Soul stage. Right now, he's only holding on by relying on his Nascent Soul Qi."

"Let's not confront it head-on. Once its Nascent Soul Qi (Spiritual Root) is depleted, subduing it will become far easier."

The 2 shifted tactics, beginning to fight at a distance while maneuvering fluidly.

That strike from Crimson Flame the Blazing Lord, which had seemed certain to succeed, failed to achieve its intended effect. Now, with even greater divine might, he pursued them relentlessly. Yet, as the 2 urged their magical treasures and supernatural abilities to block his assaults, they simultaneously maneuvered to evade, making it remarkably difficult for him to inflict any harm upon them.

Crimson Flame the Blazing Lord (Person Name), despite being imbued with the power of formations and having 2 supreme demon-refining treasures suppressing him at full force, now felt a trace of powerlessness creeping in even as his divine might radiated across the heavens.

"Damn it!"

After a dozen or so full-powered strikes failed to subdue the 2, Crimson Flame the Blazing Lord (Person Name) finally felt a flicker of impatience.

At this moment, he was unleashing his full power just to suppress the formation and the 2 Refined Demonic Treasures. If he still couldn't subdue the 2 of them before his Nascent Soul Qi (Spiritual Root) was exhausted, he would likely be left waiting for death.