Chapter 569 : The Legend of Frost Soul Mountain

"When she first arrived at the Heavenly Mountain [a legendary mountain range in the cultivation world], she immediately went to the border of our Human Race territory and slew three Golden Core Demon Kings [powerful demonic beasts at the Golden Core cultivation stage]. After seizing Frost Soul Mountain, she went into seclusion there, frequently venturing deep into Demon Race Territory to hunt down Demon Kings."

As he spoke of this, a look of deep admiration appeared in the eyes of the Golden Core Clan Patriarch.

His expression grew animated, and he couldn't help but continue eagerly, "That Immortal Maiden Frost Soul fights with a ferocity beyond compare. In the short span of a single century, she has already slain nine Golden Core Demon Kings."

"Who knows why she seeks such notoriety? Is she truly in such dire need of wealth, or does she simply not fear the wrath of a Demon Emperor [a sovereign ruler among the demon race]?"

"Oh?"

Eldrin Chen's eyes flickered with interest. "Then do you know where this Immortal Maiden Frost Soul is now?"

"She should be at Frost Soul Mountain, I suppose?" The Golden Core Clan Patriarch shook his head. "It's said that fifty years ago, during the Heaven and Earth Resonance [a rare celestial phenomenon], the Immortal Maiden Frost Soul even ascended the Heavenly Mountain. Who knows if she managed to obtain any Heavenly Path Energy [a rare and potent form of spiritual energy released during celestial events]."

"But fifty years have passed since then. She may have departed, though it's hard to say for certain."

The Golden Core Clan Patriarch sighed as he spoke. Frost Soul Mountain was likely over three million Li-lengths [one Li-length equals five hundred meters] from here. He had never laid eyes on the Immortal Maiden Frost Soul himself, knowing her only by her legendary deeds.

Seeing he could glean no further information, Eldrin Chen simply requested a map of the Heavenly Mountain region and set off flying towards Frost Soul Mountain. The complete novel can be found at audio‑novel.com.

Traveling at their speed, they arrived before Frost Soul Mountain [a frigid, snow-capped peak in the far north] in a mere ten days and a few more.

Upon reaching Frost Soul Mountain, Eldrin Chen sensed that while many rogue cultivators dwelled upon the mountain, there was no aura of a Golden Core Cultivator [a cultivator who has formed a Golden Core, a solidified mass of spiritual energy]. The most powerful presences were merely one Golden Core [the solidified core stage of cultivation] and three Violet Sanctum Cultivator [cultivators at the Violet Sanctum stage, where the spiritual sea condenses into a violet-hued sanctuary].

"That Golden Core Cultivator's aura... it does not seem to be Lila's," murmured Eldrin Chen.

Eldrin Chen could not help but frown. Seeing this, Exquisite Jiang said, "Let us go and inquire. Perhaps we can glean some news."

"Very well," he agreed.

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod and, with a flick of his sleeve, soared towards Frost Soul Mountain.

"..."

At the northernmost reaches of the Heavenly Mountain [a vast, legendary mountain range], upon Frost Soul Mountain...

At this moment, atop the mountain peak, three female cultivators at the Violet Sanctum stage sat together within the Great Hall, each wearing a somber and troubled expression.

The leader, a woman at the Violet Sanctum Late Stage, looked particularly distressed. She could not hold back her words any longer. "Junior Sisters," she began, her voice heavy with worry, "our master is currently trapped within an ancient ruin, blocked from exiting by the Snow Eagle Demon Emperor [a powerful, frost-aspected demonic beast ruler]."

"As disciples, it is our duty to share our master's burdens. If any of you have ideas, you should voice them."

The other two female cultivators both paled, their expressions betraying alarm.

The woman in white on the left, her face cold, gritted her teeth and said, "According to reason, only a few of us knew about Master's expedition to explore the ruins. How did the Snow Eagle Demon Emperor learn of it?"

"Debating that now is pointless. We should focus on finding a way to rescue Master."

The woman on the right, whose features were rather alluring, suddenly suggested, "The Soaring Cloud True Lord has admired Master for many years. Perhaps we should seek his aid."

"Not only could we save Master, but it might also lead to a happy union."

Upon hearing this, the other two women's expressions changed drastically. The leading female cultivator could not help but rebuke, "What nonsense are you speaking, junior sister? The Soaring Cloud True Lord already possesses over three hundred concubines. Master has long since rejected him."

"Now, even though he has broken through to the Infant Soul realm [the stage where a cultivator's nascent soul is formed], he was once defeated by Master. How dare he think of taking Master as a concubine? With Master's heavenly talent, breaking through to Infant Soul would be effortless. How could she tolerate such humiliation?"

"That's not entirely true," the alluring woman said, her eyes glinting as she smiled. "The Soaring Cloud True Lord is not only an Earthly Path Infant Soul [a cultivator whose nascent soul is aligned with the earthly path, granting stability and defensive power], but legends say his origins are extraordinary."

"If Master were to marry him, she might even have the chance to forge an Earthly Path Infant Soul in the future."

"How dare you!"

The leading female cultivator's expression changed drastically, her gaze turning icy as she stared at the alluring woman and demanded, "The news that our master ventured deep into the Demon Race Territory—you were the one who leaked it!"

"Hehe!"

Seeing she was discovered, the alluring woman simply dropped her pretense.

Her beautiful eyes held a smile, tinged with a seductive charm, as she said, "A master as cold and aloof as an iceberg—don't you think it's a terrible waste if she doesn't find a divine companion? A match made in the heavens?"

"To be frank," she continued, "the Soaring Cloud True Lord has long since entered the Demon Race Territory. He's waiting within the ruins to claim our master." Experience the full epic at audio-novel-dot-com.

"You treacherous wretch!" The woman in white robes was furious. She drew her Immortal Sword with a sharp cry, "What did that old ghost Soaring Cloud promise you? How could you betray our master!"

Seeing the two were about to clash, the alluring woman swiftly retreated.

In that instant, an overwhelmingly powerful aura surged forth, instantly pressing down on the two female cultivators and causing their faces to pale.

Without them noticing, a grey-robed elder had appeared before them. His cultivation had reached the Golden Core Late Stage [the advanced stage of the Golden Core realm, a major milestone for cultivators], and his mere presence filled the two women with utter despair.

"There is no need for anger, my two senior sisters. This is a Patriarch under the command of Soaring Cloud True Lord."

The alluring woman giggled, her gaze turning dreamy as she continued, "The Soaring Cloud True Lord has promised me. Once he obtains our master, not only will he help me achieve a Golden Core breakthrough, but he will also take me as his favored concubine."

"You two are also rare beauties. The True Lord [a high-ranking cultivator title] specifically instructed that you be brought back to serve as dual cultivation furnaces."

"How dare you!" The two women erupted in fury. They summoned their magical treasure [enchanted artifacts used by cultivators] and roared, "We would rather die than let you succeed!"

As the words fell, two Immortal Sword magical treasure soared into the air and slashed down towards the alluring woman.

"Overestimating your strength!"

The grey-robed old man merely sneered. With a casual lift of his hand, an immense, crushing pressure descended. A single palm strike swept horizontally towards them.

That one palm strike alone plunged their hearts into a bottomless abyss. The disparity in their cultivation was simply too vast; they possessed no power to resist.

"Hmph—"

At that very moment, a cold snort echoed through the air.

Then, a flash of sword light erupted and vanished in the blink of an eye. The two women felt the immense pressure before them dissipate instantly.

Immediately after, they saw a tall, slender figure striding towards them. The newcomer, clad in snow-white robes, approached with a calm and composed expression.

Only then did the alluring woman and the grey-robed elder collapse, their Primordial Spirits [the spiritual core of a cultivator] and physical bodies already extinguished by the strike.

The two women finally reacted. The leading woman hastily bowed and said, "We offer our deepest gratitude for your life-saving grace, True Lord."

They offered profuse thanks, but their hearts were also filled with immense trepidation. For someone to slay a Golden Core Late Stage cultivator in an instant, his strength likely far surpassed that of an ordinary True Lord.

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod, looking at the two as he asked, "What are your names?"

"This junior is Snow Jade Lin."

"This junior is Herding Grace Su."

Eldrin Chen acknowledged their replies with another nod, then stated, "I understand the general situation. Now, tell me where Star Elegance Chen has gone."

"This..."

Snow Jade Lin and Herding Grace Su were both astonished and overjoyed. Star Elegance Chen was the name of their master, yet on Heavenly Mountain, the number of cultivators who knew this name could be counted on one hand.

Given that this person knew the name Star Elegance Chen and judging by their actions, it was highly likely they were truly an ally.

Thinking this, they hurriedly handed a map to Eldrin Chen and said, "Our master discovered the ruins of an ancient site by chance. It is said to be the remains of the Frost Snow Pavilion, a top-tier great sect from several thousand years ago."

"Its current location is approximately here…"

Taking the map, Eldrin Chen immediately transformed into a streak of sword light alongside Exquisite Jiang, flying deep into the heart of the Demon Race Territory.

After flying for several days, the Soul-Tracking Token finally resonated, locking onto Lila's location. This chapter is part of a larger work available at *audio-novel.com*.