Chapter 633 Banquet, Xuantian the Sword Sovereign (Person Name)

Pure sword cultivators possess formidable offensive power, yet their rigidity makes them prone to breaking. The spiritual energy they refine is inherently suited for sword-based divine abilities and immortal blades, but when channeled into ordinary spiritual treasures, its potency diminishes drastically.

Thus, sword cultivators generally forgo all conventional methods to specialize solely in the path of sword dao, their offensive power hailed as peerless under the heavens.

High-level pure sword cultivators in the Violet Realm remained exceedingly rare, with the most renowned being Eastern Wastelands' Lin Tianqi. His offensive prowess was so formidable that it could instill dread even in Perfected Immortal-level experts who had reached the Great Perfection of the Nascent Soul.

"Allow me to introduce you 2 to each other."

The Patriarch of the Heavenly Abode smiled faintly, then said to Eldrin, "This is the foremost sword cultivator across our 3 Veins Ancient Domain—Xuantian the Sword Sovereign."

And these 2 were none other than the Dao Companions of Eldrin from Ji Province—the Daoist of the Returning Abyss and his partner.

As the Heaven's Abode Sect Master gave the introduction, Eldrin finally recalled the origins of this Xuantian the Sword Sovereign.

This 'Xuantian the Sword Sovereign (Person Name)' not only possessed cultivation at the Nascent Soul, 7th Tier (Cultivation Realm), but was also a renowned great cultivator among the 3 ancient domains.

In his early years, Xuantian the Sword Sovereign (Person Name) obtained the legacy of a late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator. He gained renown through his mastery of the Xuantian Spirit-Severing Sword technique and even cultivated the legendary Xuantian Sword Shield (Cultivation Art). His strength ranked among the most formidable even within the late-stage Nascent Soul realm.

It is said that he once slew a cultivator at the late Nascent Soul stage, proving his combat prowess must rival that of the Great Perfection of the Nascent Soul realm.

Xuantian the Sword Sovereign (Person Name) merely gave a nod toward Eldrin (Person Name), showing little regard for this Nascent Soul, Early Stage (Cultivation Realm) cultivator. He simply addressed the master of the Heavenly Abode Sect, saying,

"Brother Tianlu, how have you considered the matter we discussed?"

"If you sell me the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss, I shall help you eradicate the Desolate Demon Ridge to avenge what happened all those years ago."

The Sect Master of Heavenly Abode let out a hearty laugh before deftly steering the conversation elsewhere. "We shall speak of this matter another day."

"Hmph." Xuantian the Sword Sovereign let out a light scoff before remarking, "Had that Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss fallen into my possession, it would have unleashed 1 100 and 20 percent of its power when wielded by a sword cultivator like myself. In your hands, it is nothing but a wasteful desecration of its true potential."

Eldrin furrowed his brow, having grasped the general sequence of events.

It turned out that Xuantian the Sword Sovereign (Person Name) had taken a liking to the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss (Magic Treasure) and sought to exchange it for 2 superior-grade spirit treasures.

The value of the Quasi-Pure Yang Spiritual Treasure (Magic Treasure) was truly inestimable—after all, it surpassed even 2 superior-grade spiritual artifacts. Naturally, the master of the Heavenly Abode Sect would never consent to such an exchange.

As for the destruction of Desolate Demon Ridge (Location), it was never the sole responsibility of the Heavenly Abode Sect Master. Naturally, he had no intention of playing the fool in this affair, nor was he willing to stake his ultimate trump card in such a transaction.

This in itself might have been overlooked, but Xuantian the Sword Sovereign (Person Name) was too proud and arrogant. He actually started arguing with the Heavenly Abode Sect Master right at the banquet.

"This man is too proud and his temperament is far too blunt."

A thought flashed through Eldrin’s mind. Although a sword cultivator’s temperament was often influenced by their sword intent, leading them to prioritize straightforwardness in both conduct and dealings,

However, such influence is typically limited in scope, yet Xuantian the Sword Sovereign was far too direct.

When 1's emotions are excessively influenced by the attributes of their cultivated spiritual power, it signifies a lack of mastery over their own strength—an inability to command the very force they wield. Should they fail to subdue this turmoil, such power may ultimately prove more curse than blessing.

The Lord of Sky Abode deftly changed the subject, and the banquet resumed its course.

When the grand banquet concluded, Eldrin gathered with the Heavenly Abode Sect Master and the 9-River Daoist in a great hall.

The Daoist of 9 Rivers cast a glance at the group, stroking his beard with delight as he said, "Speaking of which, your Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss truly stirs envy in this old man. No wonder Xuantian the Sword Sovereign (Person Name) covets such a treasure."

"You flatter me." The Lord of Sky Abode smiled faintly, then turned to the 9 Rivers Elder and said, "Brother Daoist, your 9 Heavenly River Immortal Swords have shaken the world. My Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss (Magic Treasure) hardly compares."

The 9-River Daoist also smiled with confidence. Although his 9 River of Heaven Immortal Swords were not Quasi-Pure Yang Spiritual Treasure (Magic Treasure), when combined, they truly rivaled a Quasi-Pure Yang Spiritual Treasure (Magic Treasure).

At this thought, he pondered for a moment before saying, "Now that Tianlu has broken through to the late Nascent Soul stage, his spiritual power has likely increased by about 50 percent."

"When you refine 2 more superior natal spirit treasures, our chances of fulfilling the century pact to eradicate the Desolate Demon Ridge (Location) will be significantly greater."

"Indeed, after breaking through to the late Nascent Soul stage, I'll be able to unleash the full power of the Earthfire Profound Crystal Sword."

The Sect Master of Tianlu nodded, then looked at the several individuals and asked, "Before the 100-year period arrives, do you fellow Daoists have confidence in advancing another step?"

Eldrin responded with a bitter laugh. At his current pace, he estimated he could break through to Nascent Soul, Mid Stage roughly 30 years before the Abyssal Cataclysm—still far too late to meet the 100-year deadline.

Lyra had broken through 20 years later than him, and likely even later than his own breakthrough. At this thought, he could only turn his gaze toward 9-River Daoist.

The 9 Rivers Taoist had reached the Nascent Soul, 8th Tier (Cultivation Realm). Once he advanced further to the Great Perfection stage, his spiritual power would surge by 30 to 40 percent.

With a foundation of such profound depth, if this cultivator were to augment his magic power by another 30 to 40 percent, wielding the 9 River of Heaven Immortal Swords, the strength of the 9-River Daoist would likely rank among the most formidable even within the Nascent Soul Great Perfection realm.

Seeing this, the 9 River Daoist furrowed his brow and hastily shook his head. "Ever since I broke through to the late Nascent Soul stage, it takes me 5 100 years to advance just 1 tier in cultivation. It has only been 2 100 years since I reached Nascent Soul, 8th Tier (Cultivation Realm)."

"Sigh…"

Hearing this, the hearts of the several individuals present sighed faintly. If it were merely the matter of Tianlu Daoist breaking through to the late Nascent Soul stage, they would still find it difficult to eradicate the Desolate Demon Ridge.

At this thought, the 9 Rivers Elder inquired, "Regarding the Ji Clan, that..."

Out of reverence for the venerable 1, the 9-River Daoist dared not utter Dorian's name, merely inquiring with utmost caution, clearly wondering if Dorian might intervene.

Lyra shook her head upon hearing this and said, "That 1 has indeed emerged from seclusion, but now there are merely a 100-some years remaining until the Abyssal Cataclysm."

After emerging from seclusion, he journeyed to the end of the Abyss of Demons. His purposes were twofold: to guard against any abnormal movements within the abyss, and to lay down preparations in advance to withstand the impending cataclysm of the demonic chasm.

Hearing this, the others dared not press further. Compared to the Cataclysm of the Demon Abyss, this Desolate Demon Ridge (Location) was but a trivial matter, hardly worth troubling a Primordial Spirit Dao Lord.

Since the Dao Lord was currently unavailable, it would fall to these Nascent Soul True Lords to handle the matter.

At this thought, the Lord of Heavenly Abode Sect inquired, "The former stronghold of the Blazing Fiend was eradicated by the Heavenly Mystery Sect back then. I wonder if we could request their assistance?"

"I'm afraid that won't be possible either." The Riverine Taoist gave a bitter smile before continuing, "The Heavenmyst Sect Master failed in his breakthrough to the Nascent Soul realm. His essence, energy, and spirit are nearly depleted, and I fear he cannot hold on much longer."

"Their Heaven's Mystery Sect boasts vast estates and flourishing enterprises, yet they not only draw the covetous eyes of demons and monsters, but also face the impending cataclysm from the Abyssal Demon Realm. Should the Heaven's Mystery Sect Leader complete his earthly passage, I fear they would struggle to ensure their own survival."

Hearing this, the group felt their hearts grow heavy. The Cataclysm of the Demonic Abyss was no trivial matter—every power in the Eastern Wastelands with cultivators above the Golden Core realm must contribute both personnel and resources.

Meanwhile, major sects like the Tianxuan Sect, which possessed the potential to cultivate Nascent Soul Dao Lords, became prime targets in the eyes of the extraterrestrial demons, drawing increasingly focused assaults from these malevolent forces.