Chapter 594 : The Great Wasteland's Hidden Legacy

At this point, Earth Earth Path Master shook his head and said, "It's still better in your Eastern Region Great Wasteland. Though remote and desolate, you can nurture new Spiritual Veins [veins of earth that concentrate and emit spiritual energy] and seize Spiritual Veins from the hands of demons and monsters."

As Earth Earth Path Master recounted the tale, Eldrin Chen came to understand that the current Immortal Clans [clans of cultivators with long heritages] residing in the Eastern Region Great Wasteland had mostly migrated from the Central Ancestral Domain within the Eastern Sea Cultivation World.

Because the spiritual energy [the vital energy that flows through all living things and the world itself] in the Central Ancestral Domain was insufficient to support more cultivators, they had no choice but to migrate to the Eastern Region Great Wasteland and the Eastern Sea Cultivation World, also helping to fill the population void left after the repeated collapses of the Eastern Region Great Wasteland Cultivation World.

In comparison, the Central Ancestral Domain was safer, without the rampant scourge of Demonic Cultivators [cultivators who use unorthodox, often cruel methods to gain power] or the wanton aggression of the Demon Race [a race of powerful, often malevolent, non-human beings]. However, in the wilderness, one could scarcely absorb even a few wisps of spiritual energy, meaning the opportunities there were far fewer than in the Eastern Region Great Wasteland Cultivation World.

Speaking of this, Earth Earth Path Master smiled again and said, "Within the Eastern Region Great Wasteland, many Immortal Clans are branches from the Central Ancestral Domain. In the past, they might have been founded when a certain Infant Soul True Lord [a cultivator who has reached the Infant Soul realm, a high stage of cultivation] led part of their clan to pioneer new territories."

"Who knows, perhaps when you go to the Central Ancestral Domain in the future, you might even find your former clansmen."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen merely smiled. Once two branches of a family have been separated for thousands or even tens of thousands of years, and are divided by hundreds of millions of Li-length [one Li-length equals five hundred meters] of mountains and rivers, even if they are technically of the same clan, the blood ties would be exceedingly thin.

Unless the few Patriarchs from the very first generation of the split were all still alive, what difference would there be between them and ordinary strangers?

After their lively conversation, the banquet commenced. Vast Righteousness Peak prepared a feast of delicacies, and the celebration lasted for a full three days before concluding.

Once the banquet ended, Vast Righteousness True Lord asked Eldrin Chen and his companion to stay behind. This novel is serialized on www . audio-novel.com. Visit for updates.

The three of them were seated within the Great Hall, when the Vast Righteousness True Lord smiled and said, "It has been but a few decades, and you have already cultivated to the Infant Soul 3rd Tier. Your natural talent is truly remarkable."

"It is merely a recent breakthrough, nothing to boast about," Eldrin Chen replied with a cupped-hand salute, then continued, "How has your own cultivation progressed in recent years, Senior?"

"It has proceeded smoothly enough. I have successfully refined a Divine Ability [a supreme supernatural power cultivated by immortals]," the Vast Righteousness True Lord answered.

As he spoke, his expression turned solemn. "In a short while, I have an important matter that will require me to leave Vast Righteousness Peak for a time."

"However, after my departure, Verdant Spirit alone may not be enough to suppress that old ghost Obsidian Fiend Supreme. Therefore, before I leave, I intend to pacify the Black Fiend Demon Ridge."

"This..."

Eldrin Chen's expression shifted slightly. The Heavenly Ridge Mountain Range stretched for tens of millions of Li-length [one Li-length equals five hundred meters], its territories divided among the three races: Human, Demon, and Monster.

Among them, the Demon Race held a portion, occupied by the Immortal Crane Demon Emperor and the Soaring Serpent Demon Emperor. The Vast Righteousness True Lord controlled another part, while the Black Fiend Demon Monarch held the most crucial territory: the Black Fiend Demon Ridge.

Long before the Vast Righteousness True Lord had broken through to the Infant Soul Late Stage, his position had been wedged between the Demon Race and the Black Fiend Demon Ridge, withstanding pressure from both demonic and monstrous forces.

Now, several years had passed since his breakthrough to the Infant Soul Late Stage, and unexpectedly, he had already resolved to pacify the Black Fiend Demon Ridge.

With this thought in mind, Eldrin Chen spoke: "Setting aside the great debt I owe you, Senior, that [a powerful and ancient demonic cultivator] alone holds a grudge against me. Since you are determined to move against them, I stand with you. It is the only right thing to do."

"That puts my mind at ease."

Vast Righteousness True Lord smiled before continuing, "With our friendship spanning centuries, I trust your character. I cultivate the Vast Righteous Energy [a profound cultivation art that demands integrity and truthfulness], so I should not keep secrets from you."

"To speak plainly, I once made a great vow to reconnect the Earth Vein [the spiritual arteries of the land] for the Heavenly Ridge Mountain Range, using this act to exchange for the opportunity to achieve my Dao [the ultimate path of cultivation]. The [a mountain stronghold of demonic cultivators] is the crucial link for reconnecting that Earth Vein."

At this point, Vast Righteousness True Lord's expression turned grave. "I need every True Lord [a high-level cultivator] from your Chen Clan to lend me their strength."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen took a deep breath. After a long moment, he nodded firmly. "Rest assured, Senior. We will spare no effort."

"Good." Vast Righteousness True Lord nodded, a warm smile returning to his face. "I regard you as my own. If I can successfully advance to the Primordial Spirit realm [the spiritual core of a cultivator], I will be able to shelter your clan from the storms for many more years to come."

"The treasures seized from the [the demonic stronghold], along with the Stellar Fragment [a rare ore containing celestial energy] needed to refine the Demonic Spring [a sinister spiritual spring], shall all be left to you."

"..."

Eldrin Chen and Exquisite Jiang returned to the clan and immediately summoned the several True Lords of the Chen Clan.

Within the Great Hall of the Green Chariot Mountain clan, all five True Lord cultivators of the Chen Clan were present, save for Kael Chen who was away on a journey of self-discovery. They all looked at Eldrin Chen with expressions of profound curiosity.

Seeing that everyone had assembled, Eldrin Chen finally spoke. "The Vast Righteousness True Lord [a powerful righteous cultivator] is preparing to move against the Black Fiend Demon Ridge."

"Is this truly the case?"

A mixture of shock and elation washed over the assembly. They were startled by the suddenness of this campaign, yet overjoyed that the Demonic Cultivator Forbidden Land [a territory corrupted by demonic energy and ruled by evil cultivators] was finally to be eradicated, removing the greatest blight upon the Ji Continent Cultivation World.

Eternal Profound Chen took a moment to steady his emotions before asking, "When will this battle commence?"

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Eldrin Chen declared, his expression turning grave. "I intend to commit the full strength of both the Vast Sea and the Chen Nation to assist the Vast Righteousness True Lord in this war against the Black Fiend Demon Ridge."

His words sent a palpable tremor through the gathered elders.

The Black Fiend Demon Ridge was no ordinary Demonic Cultivator stronghold. This formidable Forbidden Land was defended not only by the Black Fiend Patriarch, a cultivator at the Infant Soul Late Stage [an advanced stage of spiritual cultivation], but also by two other Infant Soul True Lord and a legion of over a million Demonic Cultivator [cultivators who draw power from demonic and fiendish sources].

With the Demonic Spring [a corrupted spiritual spring] providing an endless supply of Demonic Fiendish Energy [a malevolent and corrupting form of spiritual power], the forces of Vast Righteousness Peak alone were far from sufficient to cleanse such a Demonic Cultivator Forbidden Land. To lay siege to it would require mobilizing the combined might of an entire great continent.

Otherwise, after Vast Righteousness True Lord expended his power to break through the outer layer of Demonic Fiendish Energy [a malevolent, corrupting energy], his mana would already be more than half depleted. How then could he contend with the countless Demonic Cultivator [cultivators who use demonic and corrupt methods] and the Black Fiend Patriarch, who would be empowered by the Demonic Spring [a fount of demonic energy]?

This war might exact a heavy toll, yet it was one they had no choice but to fight. If they waited until the Demonic Abyss Cataclysm [a periodic, cataclysmic surge of demonic energy from the abyss] descended, the situation would be entirely different.

By that time, the Human Race's forces from the Eastern Region Great Wasteland would be dispatched to quell the chaos in the Eastern Sea Cultivation World, leaving the rear areas—the Ji Continent and even the Vast Sea—exposed before the Black Fiend Demon Ridge [a mountain range infested with demonic cultivators]. A single misstep could lead to the annihilation of countless Immortal Clan [clans of cultivators] by the Demonic Cultivator.

Having considered this, Lila spoke up, "With just over two hundred years remaining before the Demonic Abyss Cataclysm erupts, it is indeed prudent to eliminate this threat while we still have the strength to do so."

"I agree."

Elara Lin also nodded, her mind settled on the necessity of this battle.

For while the Human Race could negotiate with the Demon Race—as the demons also needed humanity to stand as a bulwark against the Outer Realm Heavenly Demon [powerful demons from beyond this world]—their conflict with the Demonic Cultivator was one of utter annihilation, with no room for compromise.

It must be understood that the Demonic Cultivator strongholds within the Eastern Region Great Wasteland were not mere accidents; they were deliberate creations, the lingering handiwork of the Outer Realm Demon God [a supreme demonic entity from beyond].

After a moment's thought, Exquisite Jiang said, "This war is not solely the responsibility of our clan and Vast Righteousness Peak. The powers of the Six Kingdoms of Ji Continent cannot stand idly by. We must draw them into this fight as well."

"Then we shall also inform Violet Consort Yan and Ethereal Mistress Ling," Eldrin Chen said, a faint smile touching his lips. "If they join the fray, they will shoulder a portion of the burden, lightening the pressure upon us."

"Very well."

Exquisite Jiang replied, then continued, "Currently, the forces of the Ji Clan are being redeployed within the Eastern Sea Cultivation World. Several Infant Soul Late Stage experts are also standing guard for that cousin of mine during his secluded cultivation, so they cannot lend their strength for the time being. However, Freya should be able to participate in this battle." Immerse yourself in the complete world at (audio-novel.com).