Chapter 792 : Clash of Divine Flames and Abyssal Tides

Seeing that Eldrin Chen was merely a Nascent Soul Cultivator [a cultivator whose soul has ascended to a nascent, independent form], yet could still divert his own focus, the Roc [a mythical giant bird of prey] narrowed its eyes coldly and declared, "You are impressive. Remember that the one who slays you is I, 'Peng the Roc Scion'!"

As his words fell, Peng the Roc Scion unleashed another brilliant streak of light—this time, it was an indigo-hued precious vial.

This treasure was named the 'Roc Submerging Sea Vial' [a vial capable of containing and unleashing the power of a vast sea], and it was Peng the Roc Scion's second Lifebound Supreme Treasure [a treasure forged with and bound to one's very life essence].

Forged from the 'Abyssal Sea Divine Marrow' [a divine essence nurtured within the heart of a northern abyssal sea] found within the oceanic vortex of the Northern Abyssal Sea, it could draw upon the infinite waters of the North Sea, transforming them into the supremely Yin and frigid North Abyss Divine Water [divine water of ultimate cold and darkness].

Now, as the Roc Submerging Sea Vial inverted, an endless torrent of North Abyss Divine Water cascaded forth, like a raging Northern Abyssal Sea itself sweeping across the heavens. Everything in its path was destined to be frozen solid.

This North Abyss Divine Water was lethally cold. Even a Nascent Soul Dao Lord [a lord of the Dao at the Nascent Soul realm], if carelessly touched by it, would suffer frostbite or death, their form dissolving into icy fluid before long.

Fortunately, Eldrin Chen possessed Pure Yang Magical Power [magical power of the ultimate Yang principle]. He instantly transformed it into boundless Pure Yang True Flame [flames of pure Yang essence] that surged forward, meeting and holding back the North Abyss Divine Water in the void.

Beside him, Lyra Jiang saw this and also stirred her Samadhi Truefire [a supreme truefire born of profound meditation], joining forces with him to withstand the onslaught.

"The Pure Yang Spiritual Treasure [a spiritual treasure imbued with pure Yang energy] is too domineering; we cannot face it head-on!"

After that brief exchange, Eldrin Chen understood that relying solely on Mana [the cultivated spiritual energy within a practitioner] to resist this North Abyss Divine Water would be unsustainable in the long run. Original publication: AUDIO-NOVEL.COM - The source of this chapter.

He acted decisively, summoning the Pure Yang Spiritual Treasure Void-Suppressing Vase [a treasure vase capable of suppressing spatial forces]. This type of Spiritual Treasure [an enchanted artifact] was supremely effective at countering various divine waters, capable of absorbing a portion of the North Abyss Divine Water [a legendary water of immense weight and chilling power].

Seeing this, Peng the Roc Scion had no choice but to recall the North Abyss Divine Water and instead channel his power into the Roc Submerging Sea Vial [a vial said to contain the power to submerge oceans], unleashing its might to suppress the trio and force them back.

This Roc Submerging Sea Vial was also a Middle-Grade Pure Yang Spiritual Treasure [a high-tier artifact imbued with pure Yang energy], possessing the power to suppress heaven and earth. Fortunately, Lyra Jiang and Verdant Consort were no easy opponents to subdue.

The Azure Dragon Stirring the Sea Sword [a sword whose strikes churn the seas like an azure dragon] and the Heaven's Ruin Immortal-Slaying Sword [a sword famed for its power to slay even immortals] weaved through the air with devastating force, their coordinated assault leaving Peng the Roc Scion struggling to gain any ground.

"People of the Eastern Wilderness [a vast and ancient wilderness region]!"

High upon the Firmament [the vault of heaven], Peng the Roc Demon Sage was locked in fierce combat with the Master of the Drifting Snow Palace. Watching his scion fall into a bitter struggle below, the great demon sage's brow furrowed with concern.

This Peng the Roc Scion was his sole direct descendant, the one who had inherited the fullness of his bloodline. Though he had only recently broken through to the Primordial Spirit realm [the spiritual core stage beyond the Nascent Soul], his combat prowess already rivaled that of a cultivator halfway into the Primordial Spirit, Mid Stage.

After all, to be able to simultaneously nourish two Lifebound Supreme Treasures [treasures bound to one's life force and cultivation] while still in the Nascent Soul Realm [the soul manifestation stage]—this supreme bloodline was even more astonishing than the Human Race's Superior Grade Dao Body [a pinnacle innate physique]. In terms of battle strength within the same realm, he could be considered nearly invincible.

The demon sage's original plan had been for Peng the Roc Scion to launch a surprise attack, severely wounding or even slaying a Human Race Dao Lord [a human master of the Dao], thereby breaking the stalemate and forcing the forces of the Drifting Snow Palace to retreat.

He never anticipated that Peng the Roc Scion would be intercepted and held at bay by Maris the Sea Steader and Eldrin Chen along with two others. This development had taken him completely by surprise.

With this thought, Peng the Roc Demon Sage's gaze darkened imperceptibly. "Since we cannot repel the Human Race, we must delay no longer. Let us enter the mountain first and then each rely on our own means."

Suppressing his thoughts in an instant, Peng the Roc Demon Sage summoned a precious cauldron to block the attack from the Master of the Drifting Snow Palace, then, with a resonant *clang*, unleashed the Roc Abyss Twin Swords.

"*Clang—*"

In that very moment, the radiance of the twin swords merging eclipsed all else. Yet, instead of cleaving towards the Master of the Drifting Snow Palace, it swept towards the Celestial Mountain.

This left the defending Master of the Drifting Snow Palace momentarily stunned. Before he could ponder further, a thunderous, earth-sundering roar shattered the air.

Behold! The Celestial Mountain was rent asunder by that sword strike, a chasm ten thousand zhang-lengths deep carved into its heart. At the bottom of that abyss, a Formation [a complex array of energy channels and symbols used for defense, concealment, or other mystical purposes] meant to conceal all aura was violently torn open.

Beyond that shattered Formation lay a bottomless, infinite void. From its depths, a blinding, supremely brilliant light erupted forth, accompanied by astonishing phenomena that rippled across a million Li-lengths of mountain and river.

"This is…"

Caught off guard, the assembled experts could only watch as Peng the Roc Demon Sage was the first to act, his mighty wings beating as he soared into the endless abyss.

Immediately, two streams of light that had been hidden for a long time followed close behind—it was Darius Wang of the Northern Wastes and the Glacier Elder Demon.

"It is the Ancient Immortal Ruins."

In the span of a lightning flash, the cultivators sensed and understood the cause and effect of this event.

The Master of the Drifting Snow Palace immediately charged inside, shouting loudly, "Everyone, act swiftly! Do not let the Demonic Monsters seize the Immortal Relic!"

In an instant, the many Nascent Soul Dao Lord dared not delay and flew toward the depths of the abyss.

Eldrin Chen and Lyra Jiang exchanged a glance. He decisively stated, "Judging by the celestial phenomena, these ruins are likely extraordinary."

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"Our strength still falls far short before Peng the Roc Demon Sage. We must stay together to avoid falling into an ambush by the Demonic Monsters."

"Agreed."

Everyone nodded with utmost gravity, then flew together deeper into the subterranean abyss.

They flew for an unknowable length of time before finally arriving before an underground cavern, finding their path blocked by a powerful Restrictive Formation [a magical barrier or seal designed to restrict access].

Eldrin Chen looked up and saw the words 'Heavenly Mountain Immortal Manor' inscribed above the cavern entrance.

With everyone assembled, Peng the Roc Demon Sage spoke with a calm gaze, "This Heavenly Mountain Immortal Manor is an immortal manor left behind by an ancient immortal [a being who has achieved immortality through cultivation], containing a Restrictive Formation [a powerful defensive or sealing array] laid down by that immortal of old."

"If this were hundreds of thousands of years ago, not even a Demigod Ancestor [a cultivator at the peak of the Nascent Soul realm, approaching divinity] could breach such an immortal's [a being who has achieved immortality through cultivation] handiwork. Fortunately, after these hundreds of millennia, the power of the Restrictive Formation [a powerful defensive or sealing array] has greatly diminished."

"If we join forces, we can shatter the Restrictive Formation [a powerful defensive or sealing array] in less than half a Ke-time [one Ke-time equals fifteen minutes]."

Master of the Drifting Snow Palace's eyes narrowed slightly. This was a relic of the Northern Wastes, and by rights should have been the spoils of the Drifting Snow Palace.

Yet now that Peng the Roc Demon Sage had arrived, she knew she lacked the power to claim it alone.

Furthermore, the gazes of those present from both sides burned with fervent desire; clearly, their lust for the treasures within outweighed any immediate desire for conflict before the spoils were even revealed.

Having reached this conclusion, she declared without hesitation, "First, we break the Restrictive Formation [a powerful defensive or sealing array]. What lies within shall be claimed by each according to their own skill."

"Begin!"

With the leaders of both factions agreeing to open the immortal manor first, everyone immediately unleashed their power. Before long, they had torn open the Restrictive Formation [a powerful defensive or sealing array] guarding the immortal manor.

In the span of a single breath, the crowd surged forth, charging headlong into the immortal manor.

From the outside, this Heavenly Mountain Immortal Manor appeared ordinary, yet the world within was immeasurably vast. Gazing out, one saw mountain ranges stretching for who knew how many tens of thousands of Li-lengths [one Li-length equals five hundred meters]. It was clear a Sixth Rank spatial gemstone had been refined into its very fabric.

Eldrin Chen and his three companions were exceedingly cautious, entering the Cultivation Cave as the very last group. Upon entering, however, they discovered the cave was filled with a dense mist. Their Spiritual Sense [a cultivator's extended perception] was blocked by this fog, able to probe only a thousand Zhang-lengths [one Zhang-length equals three point three three meters] in any direction.

"It is the Immortal-Bewildering Mist [a mystical fog that confounds spiritual perception]," Lyra Jiang declared, identifying the mist's origin.

This Immortal-Bewildering Mist was a treasure used to prevent prying eyes, a high-grade artifact specifically designed to counter Spiritual Sense. Typically, cultivators would only deploy it within the private chambers of their Cultivation Cave or at the core of a Defensive Formation.

Eldrin Chen himself possessed a Spiritual Treasure [a powerful enchanted artifact] named the Mist Veil Canopy, which could also release Immortal-Bewildering Mist. He kept it within Spirit Isle Lake; once activated, it could blanket the entire lake, making it difficult even for a Nascent Soul Dao Lord [a cultivator who has formed their Nascent Soul, a profound stage of power] to see through the fog.

The Immortal-Bewildering Mist here was even more profound. Despite filling this colossal immortal manor, it still suppressed Eldrin Chen's spiritual sense to within a thousand Zhang-lengths. This indicated it must be emanating from a Spiritual Treasure of exceptionally high grade.

After all, this was an Immortal's Cultivation Cave, likely immeasurably larger than his spirit lake.

Eldrin Chen swiftly scanned his surroundings. Only upon confirming that Lyra Jiang, Verdant Consort, and Lila were all beside him did he allow himself a slight sigh of relief. Find thousands of chapters at audio~novel.com.