Chapter 583 Golden Rhinoceros Demon Emperor (Demon Beast) Dead End

At this thought, Eldrin spoke, "It seems the Purple Jade Demon Emperor was able to cultivate to the late Nascent Soul stage primarily because of this Violet Marrow Divine Fruit Tree."

"Not good, the strength of the Purple Jade Demon Emperor (Demon Beast) is likely far greater than either of us anticipated."

Eldrin suddenly exclaimed in shock, exchanging a glance with Lyra.

In their estimation, the Purple Jade Demon Emperor (Demon Beast) should have cultivated at most 1 great supernatural power to the Mahayana realm. Yet now, witnessing this Purple Pith Divine Fruit Tree, it seemed the Purple Jade Demon Emperor (Demon Beast) had likely mastered at least 2 or 3 Mahayana-level divine abilities.

If 1 were to master 2 or 3 Mahayana divine abilities, then the Purple Jade Demon Emperor (Demon Beast) would likely possess strength that, even if not quite matching a Great Perfection Nascent Soul cultivator, would undoubtedly far surpass that of an ordinary Late Nascent Soul cultivator.

With this thought, Eldrin (Person Name) directly stored the Purple Marrow Divine Fruit Tree using the Yin-Yang Void Realm (Cultivation Realm), then declared, "We return to Immortal Apricot Island at once."

Fearing that Immortal Apricot Isle might not hold out, the 2 immediately set off, hastening their flight toward The Vast Sea (Location).

To avoid wasting time, they flew directly toward the nearest Yan Kingdom, planning to use the teleportation formation at Violet Mist Mountain to proceed to Immortal Apricot Island.

They did not conceal their presence along the journey, arriving at Immortal Apricot Isle in merely a few days' flight.

Ziji Mountain, Yan Ziji sat upright in the grand hall, her expression carrying a trace of solemnity.

A short while later, Fairy Lingji entered, gazing at Yan Zi and saying, "Sister."

"How is the situation?" Yan ZiJi (Person Name) inquired.

The Spirit Maiden Immortal shook her head and said with a bitter smile, "That Golden Rhinoceros Demon Emperor (Demon Beast) is utterly shameless, refusing to face us in battle. Yet he declared that if we dare reinforce the Immortal Apricot Island, he will unleash carnage throughout the Banquet Kingdom."

"This fiend..."

Yan Ziji’s gaze turned icy. After a long pause, she said, "The Golden Rhinoceros Demon Emperor (Demon Beast) is now homeless—utterly shameless, determined to cling to us."

"Very well, I shall remain in Yan Kingdom. You should go to Immortal Apricot Island and lend them a helping hand."

"Sister..."

The Fairy Lingji’s expression shifted slightly, and she could not help but interject, “It is not that I am unwilling to go, but with the current strength of Immortal Apricot Isle, we simply cannot withstand the Purple Jade Demon Emperor (Demon Beast). If I were to go, it would be no different than throwing my life away.”

Yan Zi Ji shook her head and sighed softly, "I know you've just broken through to the Nascent Soul stage. Facing a late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator at Immortal Apricot Isle... the outcome remains uncertain."

"But you owe a debt of gratitude to the Chen family, and now is the time to repay it."

"However."

Spirit Princess wished to speak further, but Yan Zi Ji cut her off, saying, "Either you remain in the Yan Kingdom and hold off that Golden Rhinoceros Demon Emperor (Demon Beast)."

Hearing her words, Spirit Enchantress fell silent once more. Having only recently achieved her breakthrough, she possessed no spirit treasures in her hands and remained a cultivator with a Mortal Dao Nascent Soul. How could she possibly withstand the Golden Rhinoceros Demon Emperor—a demonic beast already half-stepped into the Nascent Soul, Mid Stage realm?

Noticing Spirit Princess Lingji’s unease, Yan ZiJi spoke up, “I’ll lend you the Violet Heaven Mirror of Void Escape. If you truly find it difficult to endure, this mirror will be enough to ensure your safety.”

"When the time comes, you shall summon this mirror and flee with the few True Monarchs of the Chen family, thus repaying the kindness they have shown."

Spirit Princess took the Violet Universe Traversing Mirror, her expression a mix of delight and concern as she said, "But if you no longer have this mirror, what will you do, Your Excellency?"

"Do not worry."

Yan Zi chuckled, her confidence unwavering as she replied, "With the foundation of my Heaven’s Law Nascent Soul, even without a spirit treasure in hand, a mere Golden Rhinoceros Demon Emperor (Demon Beast) is hardly worth concern."

"Clang—"

As the 2 were speaking, a sword's keen cry suddenly pierced the air.

Their expressions shifted slightly as they hurried out of the grand hall. At the edge of the 9 heavens, they witnessed the Golden Rhinoceros Demon Emperor (Demon Beast) fleeing in utter disarray, sheer desperation etched across his features.

Behind the Golden Rhinoceros Demon Emperor (Demon Beast), a snow-robed figure strode through the air. A pair of Demon-Slaying Immortal Swords wove through the battlefield, leaving faint scars in the void wherever they passed.

"Ah—"

Golden Rhinoceros Demon Emperor (Demon Beast) let out agonizing screams as it was sent flying, grievously wounded, and immediately sought to disengage and flee for its life.

But on the other side, Lyra had already deployed the Ji Earth Kunyuan Plate to secure the formation, completely blocking its escape route. Thus, it had no choice but to flee toward Purple Mist Mountain.

Seeing this, Yan Zijie smiled faintly, then raised her hand to summon the Violet Cosmos Mirror, completely sealing the void.

She ascended into the heavens with measured steps, unleashing her innate divine ability—the Violet Cosmos Severing Heaven Sword. With a resonant clang, the blade swept toward the Golden Rhinoceros Demon Emperor (Demon Beast) in a decisive strike. A single move was all it took to grievously wound the colossal demon.

Spirit Princess Lingji reacted swiftly, seizing the opportunity to block the void on the other side and completely sealing off the Golden Rhinoceros Demon Emperor (Demon Beast)'s escape route.

4 Nascent Soul True Lords joined forces, 3 of whom possessed combat prowess at the Nascent Soul, Mid Stage (Cultivation Realm). In just a few breaths, they drove the Golden Rhinoceros Demon Emperor (Demon Beast) into a corner.

After a dozen or so exchanges, Lyra (Person Name) channeled her power into the Celestial Ruins Immortal-Slaying Sword and brought it down, completely vanquishing the Golden Rhinoceros Demon Emperor (Demon Beast). She then collected its nascent soul.

"Finally, we've slain this vile creature."

After slaying the Golden Rhinoceros Demon Emperor (Demon Beast), Yan ZiJi (Person Name) finally breathed a sigh of relief.

She glanced at Eldrin, unable to contain her joy as she said, "Your return couldn't have been more timely. Had you been a few years later, I fear you would have lost The Vast Sea forever."

"Let's head to The Vast Sea (Location) first. We'll talk on the way."

Eldrin spoke as he immediately stepped onto the Violet Mist Mountain’s teleportation array.

On Mount ZiJi stood a teleportation formation connected to Azure Lotus Isle. The 4 of them directly utilized the formation to arrive at Azure Lotus Isle, then proceeded to make their way to Apricot Immortal Island.

Upon arriving at the Apricot Isle, Eldrin breathed a slight sigh of relief. The island had not yet been completely breached.

"You have returned at last."

The old clan chief had men stationed before the teleportation array, and the moment they spotted Eldrin, they immediately escorted him to the grand hall.

At this moment, within the grand hall, aside from the several True Monarchs of the Chen Family, 3 close friends—Master Zixu, Mo the Ancient 1 (Person Name), and Freya (Person Name)—had all gathered here.

Eldrin gave a nod to the assembly, his gaze settling on Freya as he inquired, "Could the Ji Clan dispatch a late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator to lend us assistance?"

"Not for now."

Freya shook her head and sighed helplessly, "My father is currently in seclusion to consolidate his cultivation base. He won't emerge unless something truly important occurs. The Grand Elder and others are primarily standing guard over his meditation—none of them can be lightly disturbed."

The others nodded upon hearing this. After a moment of contemplation, Lyra (Person Name) shared her speculations about their journey with the group.

After hearing this, everyone furrowed their brows. Yan Zijie spoke up: "Although the Crimson Serpent Demon Emperor and the Scorpion Demon Emperor are powerful, and the venom of the Crimsonblood Serpents and 100-Poison Scorpions is potent, as long as we remain vigilant, they shouldn’t pose too great a threat."

"But if that Purple Jade Demon Emperor (Demon Beast) has truly consumed the Purple Marrow Divine Fruit multiple times, I fear its power may far exceed our expectations."

Upon hearing this, the hearts of the several individuals trembled slightly. While the late Nascent Soul stage was inherently formidable, the disparity between cultivators at the same late Nascent Soul stage could often be vast.

If that Purple Jade Heavenly Python truly cultivated 2 or 3 Great Perfection divine abilities, its power would far surpass that of an ordinary Nascent Soul, 7th Tier (Cultivation Realm).

At this thought, Freya said, "With Lyra and Eldrin's Great Luo Nascent Souls holding the front together, if the 3 of us—myself, and Kael—join forces, could we withstand that Violet Jade Heavenly Python?"

"5 Nascent Soul, Mid Stage (Cultivation Realm) combatants should be sufficient to hold them off. If absolutely necessary, Lila (Person Name) still possesses the Frostjade Pagoda (Magic Treasure) in her possession."

Eldrin nodded in agreement, yet after a moment of contemplation, he added, "However, confrontation may not be our only path. The optimal strategy would be to make our adversaries recognize the futility of their efforts and retreat voluntarily."