Chapter 842 The Method to Close the Demonic Abyss

As Riverlord Chang spoke in a measured tone, Eldrin gradually came to understand the situation in the Inner Archipelago.

Compared to the outer archipelago, these inner islands constituted the first line of defense for the Violet Realm against the Eldritch Abominations.

Within this defensive line lay the Day-Moon Twin Islands, the 5 Luminaries Star Palaces, and the 3 Enclosures Archipelago.

Among these myriad spirit islands, the Twin Sun-Moon Islands served as the core. The Sun Island was guarded by the Li Fire Palace, while the Moon Island was defended by the Drifting Snow Pavilion. Both lineages possessed great masters at the 9th level of the Nascent Soul stage.

However, with the Misty Snow Pavilion Master now entering the 8 Trigrams Grand Formation, the 1 presiding over the Moon Island Formation had been replaced by the Lord of the Endless Sky Pavilion, who also possessed the ninth level of the Primordial Spirit.

Beyond that, each of the 5 Luminance Spirit Islands was guarded by at least 1 Primordial Spirit Dao Lord, not to mention the 3 Enclosures Archipelago itself.

These 3 Enclosures Archipelago are even more crucial than the 5 Luminaries Spirit Islands, second only to the Sun-Moon Twin Islands. They are further divided into 3 constellations of islands: the Supreme Enclosure, the Purple Enclosure, and this Celestial Market Enclosure.

Among the 3 Enclosures, the Supreme Enclosure is guarded by the Middle Province's sacred land of the Dao Lord—the Great Mystery Hall. The master of the Great Mystery Hall possesses a cultivation base as high as the ninth level of the Nascent Soul stage, no weaker than the masters of the Li Fire Palace and the Horizon's End Pavilion.

The Purple Empyrean Abode was the sacred bastion of the Dao Palace. As the current Palace Master was presiding over the 8 Trigrams Grand Formation, its defense had been entrusted to the Ninth-Level Ethereal Soul cultivator—Daoist Taiyuan.

The final Celestial Market Wall, now bereft of a Ninth-Level Primordial Spirit cultivator to guard it, was temporarily overseen by 2 Late-Stage Primordial Spirit experts: Riverlord Chang (Person Name) and the Lord of the Star Palace.

Master of the Blazing Fire Palace, Master of the Horizon Pavilion, Master of the Great Mystery Hall, Daoist of the Profound Abyss.

"4 supreme elders at the Great Perfection of Primordial Spirit realm, over a dozen mighty figures at the Primordial Spirit, Late Stage, plus 80-some experts at the Primordial Spirit realm—this was our strength before your arrival."

Eldrin murmured under his breath, a trace of astonishment coloring his expression.

Since the last Demonic Abyss Cataclysm, even after a millennium of recovery, there are now barely over 1 100 and 50 Primordial Spirit cultivators. Given this baseline, the proportion of Primordial Spirit, Late Stage experts proves unexpectedly high.

Moreover, this did not even account for the 9 supreme experts who had entered the grand formation. If they were included, the number of Purple Realm Primordial Spirit, Late Stage (Cultivation Realm) cultivators would likely exceed 20-5.

This number was truly staggering. 1 must understand that there were nearly 2 100 Outer Realm Demons in this invasion, yet there were only a dozen or so at the Primordial Spirit, Late Stage (Cultivation Realm), and likely no more than 3 at the Great Perfection of the Primordial Spirit.

Upon careful reflection, this seemed only natural. On average, the Violet Realm produced around 20 newly ascended Nascent Souls every millennium, amounting to over 2 100 in 10 1000 years.

However, due to the tens of thousands of years of the Demonic Abyss Cataclysm, in the face of such a terrifying calamity, Nascent Soul Dao Lords with slightly inferior skills faced a greater likelihood of falling. Only those Nascent Souls with more extraordinary talent and greater strength had a higher chance of survival.

Moreover, the trials of war honed the Nascent Soul Dao Lords. This process of eliminating the dross and selecting the essential, tempered over the relentless passage of time, naturally resulted in the high-level cultivators of the Violet Realm growing increasingly formidable.

Just like the Tianya Haige, which now has only restored its number of Primordial Spirit Dao Lords to 3. Yet, the master of Tianya Haige has attained the Dao for over 10 1000 years. After him, 6 or 7 Primordial Spirits of Tianya Haige achieved enlightenment, but all fell in battle during the great calamity—only he has survived to this day.

In addition to these human great powers, the souls of demons and monsters such as the Black Dragon also arrived at the core battlefield. During the previous battles, they had contributed significantly by repelling several assaults from the demonic souls.

At this thought, Eldrin felt a surge of resolve and spoke, "With esteemed seniors guarding the Inner Archipelago and the reinforcement of formation power, it should be absolutely foolproof."

"With our strength, we do indeed stand a fair chance of holding back the demonic army's assault."

The Lord of the Starry Sky Palace nodded slightly, but after a moment of contemplation, he shook his head and said, "Yet this is the greatest calamity in 3 1000 years. I fear the Outer Realm Demonic Gods may have some hidden contingency."

"That is precisely what concerns me."

Riverlord Chang (Person Name) gave a nod and began setting up restriction spells within the grand hall. With a grave expression, he declared, "At this critical juncture, with the great war imminent, I shall no longer conceal the truth. Recently, I discussed with the Eldrin of Li Fire Palace and others—we've resolved to seal the Demon Abyss Heavenly Rift."

"Seal the Abyssal Rift of the Demon Abyss?"

Upon hearing this, everyone's expressions shifted dramatically, revealing a trace of astonishment.

That Demonic Abyss Heavenly Rift was torn open by the Outer Realm Demon God. How could they possibly interfere with such earth-shattering immortal and demonic power?

Unexpectedly, the Lord of the Star Palace also nodded and calmly explained, "If the Demon Abyss Rift had opened in previous years, we would indeed have no confidence in sealing it."

However, this time the Outer Realm Demons tore open the Celestial Rift 20 years ahead of schedule, expending power and sacrifice far exceeding that of a 1000 years ago. Coupled with the fact that the will of the Violet Realm's heavens and earth was not at its weakest moment, there truly existed a sliver of possibility to seal the Abyssal Celestial Rift.

The Master of the Star Palace explained in a measured tone, "The confrontation between the extraterrestrial demon gods and the natural laws of the Violet Realm has now reached its zenith."

Now, their assault on the colossal hand of the Outer God might very well become the final straw that breaks the camel's back, completely crushing that Outer God.

"Now is our best opportunity. Should we miss this chance, as the will of the Violet Realm gradually weakens, we will no longer have any certainty of sealing the Demonic Abyss Heavenly Rift."

At this point, the Starry Abode Elder cast his gaze upon the assembly and declared, "Thus we require your assistance to help us break through the blockade of the extraterrestrial demon gods and seal the Abyssal Demon Realm ahead of schedule."

"This may be our only chance."

Riverlord Chang (Person Name) also nodded, his expression grave as he declared, "Once the Abyssal Heaven-Rift is sealed, the extraterrestrial demon army will be cut off from spiritual energy and demonic reinforcements, with no path of retreat left. They shall become like weeds torn from their roots."

"By then, we need only trap them with the Zhou Tian Star Formation until their magic power is completely exhausted. With a full 1000 years at our disposal, we can leisurely eradicate them 1 by 1."

Hearing this, everyone was both startled and overjoyed.

He was stunned by the sheer audacity and peril of the plan, yet exhilarated that its success would trap the Outer Realm Demons within the Cosmic Star Formation Array.

If we can slay these nearly 2 100 Outer Realm Demons, the forces under the command of the Outer Realm Devil God will suffer devastating losses. It would take them at least 5 1000 years to muster an offensive on such a scale again.

"If this battle succeeds, it shall safeguard the Violet Realm for 5 1000 years of peace."

"Even when Emperor Jiang reclaimed the Eastern Wastelands and the Eastern Sea in ancient times, the number of Outer Realm Demons he slew was scarcely more than this."

Everyone exchanged glances, their hearts surging with both excitement and tension.

Daoist Mingyuan immediately cupped his hands and inquired, "Such a magnificent undertaking naturally has our support. We merely wonder what we are to do?"

Riverlord Chang (Person Name) stroked his long beard and stated plainly, "Guard the Tian Shi Yuan for us, and assist by activating the formation."

"How could this be?" Eldrin's expression shifted slightly as he immediately inquired, "Sealing the Demonic Abyss Heavenly Rift must be exceedingly difficult. Why not let us lend you a hand?"

"No need." Riverlord Chang (Person Name) shook his head before continuing, "With your current strength, the likelihood of perishing would be over 90 percent if you accompanied us to seal the Demon Abyss Heavenly Rift now."

"You still have a vast future ahead. Remain here in Tian Shi Yuan to maintain the formation and buy us time by holding off a few dozen Eldritch Demons."

Chapter 1 The biting cold wind swept across the mountain peaks, carrying with it the scent of frost and decay. Lin Feng tightened his worn robe, his fingers numb as he clutched the meager spirit herbs he had gathered after 3 days of searching. "Just a dozen or so low-grade spirit herbs," he murmured, his breath forming mist in the chill air. "Not even enough to exchange for 10 spirit stones." Suddenly, a brilliant streak of light tore across the sky, followed by a thunderous roar that shook the very mountains. An immense pressure descended, forcing Lin Feng to his knees. Through the swirling clouds, he glimpsed 2 figures suspended mid-air, their auras radiating power that could shatter mountains and drain seas. "Fellow Daoist Zhao, do you truly intend to fight to the death over this 9 Revolutions Golden Dan (Elixir)?" The white-robed elder's voice echoed like rumbling thunder, each syllable carrying immense weight. The man in black robes laughed coldly, a sound that seemed to freeze the surrounding air. "Fellow Daoist Li, at our level of cultivation, what use are pleasantries? This 9 Revolutions Golden Dan represents my chance to break through to the Void Refinement Stage!" Before the words faded, the black-robed man raised his hand. The Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss (Magic Treasure) erupted with crimson flames, transforming into a massive fire phoenix that shrieked as it shot toward the white-robed elder. The temperature skyrocketed, melting the snow within a 1000-foot radius instantly. The white-robed elder remained calm, forming hand seals with both hands. "Since that's the case, don't blame me for being ruthless!" Countless ice crystals materialized around him, coalescing into a massive ice dragon that roared as it charged forward. The collision of fire and ice created a terrifying shockwave. Lin Feng, hiding behind a distant boulder, felt his internal energy churn violently. This was the power of Nascent Soul Stage experts! Just the residual energy from their clash could reduce a Foundation Establishment cultivator like him to dust. Suddenly, a blinding golden light shot from the explosion's epicenter—the 9 Revolutions Golden Dan (Elixir)! It traced a perfect arc through the sky before landing directly in front of Lin Feng. For a moment, time seemed to freeze. Both Nascent Soul Stage experts turned their attention to him, their gazes like tangible pressure that made breathing difficult. Lin Feng's mind raced. This elixir that could trigger a life-or-death battle between supreme experts now lay before him. But taking it meant certain death. Yet refusing it also meant death. In that critical moment, a mysterious voice echoed in his mind: "Foolish boy, what are you waiting for? Swallow it!" Without time to consider the voice's origin, Lin Feng made his decision. He grabbed the golden elixir and swallowed it in 1 swift motion. "Audacious!" "Seeking death!" The 2 experts roared in unison, their killing intent materializing into visible crimson light. But before they could act, a golden radiance erupted from Lin Feng's body, forming a protective barrier that repelled all attacks. Inside his body, torrential energy surged like angry floodwaters, tearing through his meridians. The pain was unimaginable, as if every inch of his body was being shredded. Just as he thought he would be torn apart, the golden energy suddenly converged toward his dantian. When Lin Feng reopened his eyes, his gaze had transformed completely. Gone was the timidity of a low-level cultivator, replaced by the profound wisdom of someone who had lived countless years. He looked at the 2 stunned Nascent Soul Stage experts and smiled faintly. "What? After thousands of years, has the cultivation world forgotten the name of Grand Emperor Xuanyuan?" The white-robed elder's face changed dramatically. "Grand... Grand Emperor Xuanyuan? That legendary figure from 10 1000 years ago? Impossible!" Lin Feng—or rather, the soul now inhabiting Lin Feng's body—gently raised his hand. A simple seal formed, and the surrounding spiritual energy instantly solidified. The 2 Nascent Soul Stage experts found themselves completely immobilized, their expressions shifting from shock to terror. "Considering you helped awaken this emperor's consciousness, I'll spare your lives." He waved his hand dismissively. "Leave now." The 2 experts, freed from the restraint, didn't dare linger. They bowed deeply before transforming into streaks of light and vanishing. Alone on the mountain peak, Lin Feng examined his new body and sighed. "I never expected the remnant soul of Grand Emperor Xuanyuan would be reborn through a low-level cultivator. But since heaven has given me this opportunity..." He looked up at the starry sky, his eyes shining with unprecedented determination. "In this life, I will once again reach the pinnacle of cultivation and uncover the secrets behind the destruction of the ancient cultivation world!"