Chapter 496 : Clash of Immortal Swords

Watching the three demons retreat, Eldrin Chen suppressed the Hundred Spirit Immortal-Slaying Sword with the Yin-Yang Void Realm [a magical treasure that manipulates the void and the principles of yin and yang], then let out a sigh of relief. "We finally managed to repel them," he said.

"We owe much to the efforts of you both." Daoist Daoxuan, the Enlightened Sage offered a slight smile, also visibly relieved. "Had you not grievously wounded the Skeletal Demon Skull [a powerful demonic treasure forged from countless bones], this old man would likely have suffered a severe setback today."

"You honor me too much, True Lord [a title for a Nascent Soul realm cultivator]," replied Eldrin Chen.

Eldrin Chen shook his head with a faint smile. "In this battle, without you, True Lord, serving as our unshakable pillar, I would never have found the opening to wound the Skeletal Demon Skull."

He understood perfectly well that what the three demons feared most was the Thousand-Demon Slaying Sword. Without that Demon-Subduing Immortal Sword [a sword specifically forged to vanquish demonic beings] in hand, why would Whitebone Elder Demon, with his Nascent Soul, Mid Stage cultivation, have retreated so readily?

With this thought, he retrieved the Hundred Spirit Immortal-Slaying Sword. "These Demonic Cultivator [cultivators who follow a path of demonic arts] are truly formidable, to have actually refined a Hundred Spirit Immortal-Slaying Sword [a sword said to have slain a hundred spirits to gain its power]," he remarked.

"Had my Mirror of Yin, Yang, and Void not been able to counter this sword, we would have been severely constrained in this fight."

Speaking to this point, he hesitated briefly before stating frankly, "To be perfectly honest, I wish to claim this sword for myself."

"You, True Lord, also contributed greatly to this battle. How about I compensate you with some other treasures in exchange? What do you think?"

Upon hearing this, Daoist Daoxuan, the Enlightened Sage shook his head directly. "In this battle, Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for a fellow cultivator], you safeguarded my treasure ship. This spoils of war is also something you secured yourself. How could I, in good conscience, claim a share of the treasures?" Immerse yourself in the complete world at audio-novel.com.

At this point, his tone paused slightly as he continued, "However, the Hundred Spirit Immortal-Slaying Sword is a sword of ill omen. By taking it for yourself, you may invite censure."

"I hope you will use it with great caution in the future. Do not be tempted by its power to slaughter Human Race cultivators indiscriminately."

"I understand."

Eldrin Chen nodded. The Hundred Spirit Immortal-Slaying Sword was an exceedingly sinister immortal sword, one that was supremely effective against Human Race cultivators.

This sword could devour the spirit souls of Human Race cultivators to advance its own rank. In this regard, it differed little from the Demonic Treasure wielded by Demonic Cultivator. It could rightly be called a sword of demons and heretics.

Wielding such a blade, many True Lord would likely view him with deep apprehension. If word spread, it could cause significant trouble.

The reason Daoist Daoxuan, the Enlightened Sage had declined the treasure was precisely because he felt this sword was too Unorthodox Path. Even if he possessed it, he would not dare use it lightly and would only be able to seal it away within his clan as a final, desperate Deep-Seated Foundation.

Stowing the Hundred Spirit Immortal-Slaying Sword away, Eldrin Chen said with a grave expression, "Henceforth, unless I face a truly vile and wicked individual, I will not lightly draw this sword."

"Then my mind is at ease."

Daoist Daoxuan, the Enlightened Sage nodded, then changed the subject. "Although we have repelled the forces from the Isle of Bleached Bones, we have not yet left the Spirit-Severed Sea. We cannot consider ourselves completely safe."

"Our most pressing task is to swiftly traverse this sea region and reach the Distant Sea Cultivation World [the vast and perilous cultivation realm beyond the familiar coastal waters]."

Everyone nodded in agreement. Without pausing to rest, they immediately activated the treasure boat and continued their journey towards the Distant Sea Cultivation World.

Half a month passed in the blink of an eye, and they finally arrived at the fringes of the Distant Sea Cultivation World.

One day, the treasure boat anchored before a Spirit Island [an island imbued with concentrated spiritual energy]. Daoist Daoxuan, the Enlightened Sage disembarked with the others and began explaining to Eldrin Chen.

"This island is named Heavenly Spirit Island. It is said to be one of the innermost Fifth Rank Spirit Island [islands with fifth-grade spiritual energy concentration] within the Distant Sea Cultivation World."

"The Distant Sea Cultivation World beyond this point is immeasurably vast and undergoes significant changes every few years. My knowledge of it is limited, so from here on, you must rely on your own judgment."

Daoist Daoxuan, the Enlightened Sage continued his explanation. For their Zhang Clan, transporting the Heavenly Thunder Bamboo [a rare bamboo that channels heavenly thunder energy] this far was sufficient.

For every trade venture into the Distant Sea Cultivation World, he would bring their Spiritual Object [objects infused with spiritual energy] to Heavenly Spirit Island to sell. The major merchant guilds and Immortal Clan [powerful cultivation families with immortal heritage] of the distant sea would naturally come here to conduct business.

After listening for a while, Eldrin Chen clasped his hands towards Daoist Daoxuan, the Enlightened Sage and said, "Before we part ways, could you introduce us to the Lord of Heavenly Spirit Island?"

"Very well."

Daoist Daoxuan, the Enlightened Sage gave a nod, agreeing to lend his assistance in this matter.

The trio of Eldrin Chen rented a Cultivation Cave [a secluded dwelling for meditation and cultivation] upon Heavenly Spirit Island and began to settle there temporarily.

After a mere three days, Daoist Daoxuan, the Enlightened Sage sought out Eldrin Chen and said, "I have already submitted a visiting card on your behalf. You may accompany me today to pay a visit to Lord of Heavenly Spirit Island."

"My sincere thanks."

Eldrin Chen clasped his hands in a respectful salute, then followed Daoist Daoxuan, the Enlightened Sage to the Reception Hall within Heavenly Spirit Island.

Upon entering the Grand Hall, they found a woman of peerless beauty, clad in azure robes, seated upon the dais. Her captivating eyes held a trace of amusement as she regarded them. Discover more cultivation stories at audio–novel.com.

"This is the Lord of Heavenly Spirit Island, known to many as Celestia, Spirit Sovereign."

Acting as the intermediary, Daoist Daoxuan, the Enlightened Sage offered a warm smile and began the introductions for Eldrin Chen. After presenting them, he turned to Celestia, Spirit Sovereign and said, "This Fellow Daoist Chen and Immortal Maiden Lyra hail from the Eastern Wastelands..."

Once the formalities were concluded, Daoist Daoxuan, the Enlightened Sage tactfully excused himself, saying, "I shall leave you to converse. This old man has some business matters to attend to."

After Daoist Daoxuan, the Enlightened Sage had departed, Celestia, Spirit Sovereign smiled gracefully and inquired, "I was told you sought an audience with me. For what purpose, may I ask?"

"To be frank, it is merely to gather some information."

Lyra Jiang spoke, then inquired further: "We wish to request a topographic map of the Distant Sea Cultivation World [the vast and perilous cultivation realm beyond the familiar coastal waters]."

"That is a simple matter."

Celestia, Spirit Sovereign nodded and had someone bring a map, which she handed to the two.

Eldrin Chen opened the map and studied it for a moment, but his brows furrowed deeply.

The Distant Sea Cultivation World was immeasurably vast; in terms of sheer area, disregarding the nature of the terrain, it was at least several times larger than the Eastern Domain Great Wilderness Cultivation World.

This territory was a chaotic mix where humans, Demonic Monsters [powerful beasts and creatures tainted by demonic energy], and other forces formed a tripartite standoff. The Spirit Island [islands rich in spiritual energy, coveted by cultivators] occupied by the Human Race accounted for less than thirty percent.

Yet, this was not the primary issue. The main problem was that Eldrin Chen could not find the location of Ethereal Void Island [the Ethereal Void Island, a legendary spirit island] on this map.

Seemingly sensing his troubled expression, Celestia, Spirit Sovereign's beautiful eyes flickered slightly. "Is something amiss?"

"There is indeed an issue," Eldrin Chen nodded, hesitating before asking, "Might I ask why the location of Ethereal Void Island is not marked on this map?"

"You are seeking the Ethereal Void Island?"

Celestia, Spirit Sovereign's pupils contracted sharply, and her expression shifted slightly as she inquired, "What connection do you have with the Ethereal Void Sect?"

"This..."

Eldrin Chen hesitated for a moment. His purpose in seeking the Ethereal Void Island was to recover the heritage of the Ethereal Void Sect, a matter he preferred not to divulge widely.

However, since he was seeking assistance, he felt compelled to be forthright. "Our search for the Ethereal Void Island is, in truth, a commission. We are entrusted with the task of recovering the legacy of the Ethereal Void Sect..."

He spoke without reservation, recounting the matter concerning Lin Daoyang in broad strokes to Celestia, Spirit Sovereign.

After listening, Celestia, Spirit Sovereign's gaze grew still. She regarded him deeply for a long moment before speaking. "I was a close confidante for many years with the Grand Elder of the Ethereal Void Sect, Yunshu the Immortal Maiden."

"During the Demonic Abyss Cataclysm six hundred years ago, I fought side by side with her. It is a sorrow to me that the Ethereal Void Sect ultimately could not withstand that calamity."

Having said this, she turned her gaze back to Eldrin Chen. "However, if you intend to reclaim the heritage of the Ethereal Void Sect, I fear your current strength may yet be insufficient." This novel is serialized on audio-novel`com. Visit for updates.