Chapter 508 : Clash of Treasures and Heavenly Energy

At this moment, Broad River Path Master was seen activating his treasure. The Heavy Water within the pouch roared and churned, unleashing a boundless, swelling suction force aimed at drawing the pair of Demon-Slaying Immortal Sword into the bag to be refined.

"Hmph—"

Witnessing the Vast River Pouch unleash its might, Eldrin Chen let out a cold sneer. The sword-light of the Heavenly River Positive Water Sword surged violently, transforming into a vast celestial river cascading down from the Nine Heavens, its momentum unstoppable and overwhelming.

Although the power of the Vast River Pouch was Extraordinary, it faltered before this torrential heavenly river, utterly failing to gain the upper hand.

Immediately after, the Solar Fire Returning Abyss Sword swept past with a howl, tearing a rent in the Vast River Pouch. An endless torrent of Primordial Solar Solar Fire poured through the opening, setting the pouch ablaze.

"Disastrous!"

Seeing his Lifebound Spiritual Treasure grievously wounded, the Broad River Path Master paled dramatically and could only hurriedly recall it.

Seizing the opportunity, Eldrin Chen raised his hand and unleashed a strike, knocking a wisp of Heavenly Path Energy [a strand of pure, primordial cosmic energy] from the sleeve of the Broad River Path Master.

Possessing sentience, the Heavenly Path Energy sought to soar into the heavens upon regaining its freedom. Fortunately, Eldrin Chen acted with lightning speed, capturing it with his Five-Colored Divine Light.

This object could not be contained by an ordinary Storage Bag; a moment's carelessness would allow it to vanish into the void. Luckily, Eldrin Chen had his own methods. Channeling his spiritual power, he drew the energy into the confines of his Polarity Void Mirror. Find this and other novels at audio-novel`com.

"Damnation."

Watching as Eldrin Chen seized the Heavenly Path Energy, the expressions of Long Cosmos True Person and Heavenly Fate True Person shifted. The Heavenly Fate Path Master immediately took action, summoning a Fortunatus Treasure Seal [a seal-shaped magical treasure that manipulates fortune and destiny] and hurling it towards Eldrin Chen.

Long Cosmos True Person was also Extraordinary, actually producing an ancient-looking treasure vase and directing it to suppress Eldrin Chen.

This object was named the Great Cosmos Vase. It was said to be a replica of the Innate Spiritual Treasure [a treasure born from the primordial chaos of heaven and earth, possessing innate power] known as the 'Great Cosmos Vase', which was one of the Purple Seal Nine Treasures.

The Purple Seal Nine Treasures had an extraordinary origin. Legend held they were the nine Immortal Treasure [a treasure of the highest grade, wielded by true Immortals] once held by Purple Seal Immortal Lord, each at the level of an Innate Spiritual Treasure.

Unfortunately, since the Purple Seal Immortal Lord entered eternal meditation, the whereabouts of these nine Immortal Treasure had also become unknown.

It was said that the hereditary treasure of a certain Path Lord Sacred Land in the Eastern Region Great Wasteland was a Great Cosmos Vase that had been refined to the Sixth Rank Superior Grade [the pinnacle of the sixth rank of magical treasures], its grade already approaching that of a legendary Immortal Treasure, its power not inferior to the Immortal Refining Furnace of the Ji Clan.

The Great Cosmos Vase wielded by Long Cosmos True Person was merely a most rudimentary replica, yet its power was still exceptionally formidable. At this moment, it erupted with dazzling rays of treasure light, resembling a miniature cosmos hurtling through the void as it smashed towards Eldrin Chen.

Faced with such an assault, Exquisite Jiang's gaze sharpened slightly. With a flick of her sleeve, she channeled her power into the Heavenly Ruins Immortal-Slaying Sword and brought it down in a cleaving arc. This famous Immortal Sword [a sword of immortal grade, capable of slaying Immortals], long renowned throughout the land, lived up to its reputation. Though slightly at a disadvantage, it managed to block the Great Cosmos Vase.

On the other flank, Path Master Unreal also made his move, summoning two of his Lifebound Spiritual Treasure [a spiritual treasure personally refined and bound to a cultivator's life force, growing in power with them]. Today, he pressed the Heavenly Fate Path Master back step by step.

It was undeniable that the combined combat prowess of the three, Eldrin Chen, was formidable indeed.

Among the gathered cultivators, Path Master Unreal not only possessed cultivation at the False Infant Soul Realm [a pseudo-version of the Infant Soul stage, powerful but incomplete], but also commanded two Lifebound Spiritual Treasure [magical artifacts bound to a cultivator's life force, growing in power with them]. His strength placed him firmly within the top five of all Golden Core [the third major stage of cultivation, where one condenses their spiritual energy into a solid golden core] participating in this battle.

Eldrin Chen and Exquisite Jiang had forged even rarer Great Encompassing Golden Core [a supreme-grade Golden Core of legendary perfection], with battle records boasting multiple slayings of true Infant Soul [the fourth major stage, where the cultivator's nascent soul is formed] cultivators. They stood in a league of their own among the Golden Core ranks.

The trio quickly suppressed their opponents. However, Eldrin Chen had no intention of prolonging the fight. "Now that we have secured the Heavenly Path Energy [a rare and potent spiritual essence said to contain traces of the Heavenly Dao's power]," he declared, "we must depart with haste."

As he spoke, Eldrin Chen channeled his power into the Celestial Abyss Twin Swords, their blades weaving a deadly tapestry through the air as he carved a path of retreat into the depths of the void.

In possession of two strands of Heavenly Path Energy, they were now prime targets in the eyes of every other cultivator. The longer they stayed, the more would come hunting. Remaining as a stationary target was out of the question.

Thus, the three soared skyward, traversing several million Li-length [one Li-length equals five hundred meters] before finally descending into a secluded mountain valley.

Here, Eldrin Chen allowed himself a slight sigh of relief. Noting Path Master Unreal's puzzled expression, he said, "Follow me."

Guided by the contingency method left behind by Vast Righteousness True Lord, Eldrin Chen proceeded to unlock the Formation [a complex array or spell formation used for defense, confinement, or other mystical purposes] guarding the entrance to this hidden vale.

The moment they stepped inside, Path Master Unreal realized this was no ordinary valley. It was a severed Earth Vein [a ley line of concentrated earthly and spiritual energy, vital to a region's vitality]—a place that felt more like a broken spine of the world itself.

A faint yet overwhelmingly domineering aura congealed here, radiating a power capable of tearing asunder the heavens and rending the earth.

At this moment, this Formation was continuously repairing the severed Earth Vein, reconnecting this truncated Earth Vein.

And at the very heart of the Formation, a hazy Violet Aura danced and swirled—it was a strand of Heavenly Path Energy [a supreme energy embodying the profound principles of the cosmos].

Noticing his expression, Eldrin Chen nodded and said, "This is the very spine of the Heavenly Ridge Mountain Range."

"It is said that tens of thousands of years ago, the Earth Vein of this Heavenly Ridge Mountain Range had already reached the level of Quasi-Sixth Rank, just a single step away from advancing to Sixth Rank."

"Unfortunately, the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor emerged abruptly, severing the Skyline Mountain Range in a single night, forcibly tearing open and devouring the Spiritual Vein power of this Heavenly Ridge Mountain Range." This content originates from audio-novel*com. Please respect copyright.

"Ever since then, although the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor transformed into a Nine Heavens True Dragon and became the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor, the Earth Vein of this Heavenly Ridge Mountain Range has been ruined."

Upon hearing this, Path Master Unreal's face changed dramatically with shock. After a long while, he said, "Such an act, benefiting oneself by harming others, is precisely why demonic beings are despised by heaven and earth—they are the pests of this world."

Eldrin Chen nodded. In comparison, the Human Race likely prefers to nurture an Earth Vein to advance, then use the power of its promotion to break through to the Path Lord realm in one fell swoop.

However, given the inherent nature of demonic beings, they lack the enlightenment to achieve such a feat. Moreover, nurturing an Earth Vein requires thousands upon thousands of years and the unrelenting efforts of generation after generation to have any chance of success.

Even on the verge of success, demonic calamities Tribulation can still block the path. A single misstep could lead to a fate like that of the Vast Sea, sunk by the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor.

Regardless, such acts that benefit oneself at the expense of others and drain the world's potential, even if performed by righteous cultivators of the Human Race, would ultimately see them branded as demons by the Human Race itself.

Eldrin Chen spoke at length, finally turning his gaze to the Heavenly Path Energy [a strand of pure, primordial energy bestowed by the will of heaven itself] and saying, "For thousands of years, Vast Righteousness True Lord has labored to mend the Earth Vein [a vital spiritual artery of the land], performing a great service for this Heavenly Ridge Mountain Range."

"The will of heaven and earth, moved by his deeds, has thus bestowed a strand of Heavenly Path Energy here. It can be claimed by whomever he designates, a reward for his efforts."

Hearing this, Path Master Unreal finally understood.

He promptly bowed and cupped his hands towards Eldrin Chen. "It seems this time, I have taken advantage of your generosity, Fellow Daoist."

"There is no need for that,"

Eldrin Chen shook his head. With their combined strength, securing two strands of Heavenly Path Energy was highly probable. However, attempting to claim three simultaneously would likely provoke a united assault from all others.

Now, with Path Master Unreal's aid, this third strand of Heavenly Path Energy was, in his view, an unexpected boon. For it to be obtained by the familiar Path Master Unreal was a fine outcome, especially considering he still owed Path Master Unreal a favor regarding the matter of the Ancient Primordial Inscription.

Yet, Path Master Unreal shook his head earnestly. "Without your assistance, my chances of obtaining the Heavenly Path Energy would have been a mere two or three out of ten."

"Since I have received your kindness, I will naturally repay this debt in the future."

"For now, I lack the capability to repay it, but I will keep it in mind for the days to come."

Eldrin Chen listened quietly, a faint smile touching his lips. "With demons and monsters running rampant now, and the Demonic Abyss Cataclysm less than four hundred years away, my greatest satisfaction would be to have someone like you guarding my back when that time comes." Experience the full epic at www . audio-novel.com.