Chapter 896 : Refining the Immortal Mansion

With their Mana [the spiritual energy cultivated by practitioners] having surged significantly this time, the group's confidence in the upcoming battle was greatly bolstered.

Thinking of this, Eldrin Chen said with a smile, "Having obtained the Ancient Immortal Legacy [a profound cultivation inheritance left by an ancient immortal], it is time we dealt with that Black Dragon Demon Progenitor."

As his thoughts settled, Eldrin Chen activated the method inscribed upon the Yin-Yang Mutual Cultivation Covenant [a profound cultivation art based on the harmony of opposing forces] and immediately began refining the Immortal Mansion [a celestial abode or pocket dimension created by an immortal] cavern realm.

Yet, just as he was refining the Immortal Mansion, the entire Cultivation Cave [a cave dwelling used for secluded cultivation] was thrown into turmoil. A tempest arose, and the vast sea of Heavenly Cloud [celestial mists imbued with spiritual energy] began to dissipate.

Within the vast expanse of the Immortal Mansion, a sky-obscuring Black Dragon was seen devouring heaven and earth, drawing the endless Immortal-Bewildering Mist [a mystical fog that can confuse and trap even immortals] into its maw.

Watching the Immortal-Bewildering Mist being consumed, Eldrin Chen's expression darkened slightly. Realizing the Black Dragon Demon Progenitor would inevitably sense the disturbance, he spoke, "Guard me. I must finish refining this grand formation."

With his words, he swiftly began to exert control over the Formation [a complex array of spiritual energy used for defense, attack, or other mystical purposes].

Simultaneously, within the great Immortal Mansion, the Immortal-Bewildering Mist rapidly thinned and vanished.

This Immortal-Bewildering Mist was a manifestation of a Sixth Rank High Grade Spiritual Treasure [a powerful enchanted artifact], yet it was countered by the Black Dragon Demon Progenitor's True Dragon Devours Heaven Art [a supreme draconic ability to consume all things]. For a time, it was swallowed by the Black Dragon as effortlessly as a great whale drinks the sea.

An immeasurable time passed. Once the mist within the Immortal Mansion had mostly dissipated, the Black Dragon finally detected the anomaly. With a visage of profound cold fury, it charged toward them. This chapter appears courtesy of audio-novel dot com.

"Stop him!"

Witnessing the Black Dragon's rampant advance, Lyra Jiang's expression shifted dramatically. She immediately summoned her Five-Colored Divine Radiance [a radiant shield composed of five elemental lights] to block its path, striving to halt the Black Dragon Demon Progenitor.

Seeing this, Verdant Consort, Lila, and Yvonne the Violet Consort and the others swiftly channeled their various Spiritual Treasure [enchanted artifacts imbued with spiritual power], sending them soaring through the air to suppress the depths of the void.

"Overestimating your strength!"

Observing their attempts to block him, the Black Dragon let out a cold sneer. He channeled his power into a single Scale-Reverse Sword [a sword forged from the reversed scales of a dragon, possessing immense destructive power], sending it crashing down to suppress them.

This Black Dragon possessed cultivation at the Primordial Spirit, Perfection Stage [the pinnacle stage of the Nascent Soul realm], granting him truly overwhelming Mana [the refined spiritual energy used by cultivators to power their arts]. Even wielding the same grade of High Grade Pure Yang Spiritual Treasure [a top-tier artifact refined with pure Yang energy], the power he unleashed was far beyond what Lila or Verdant Consort could hope to match.

A mere single Scale-Reverse Sword was enough to force the Ethereal Abyss Vase and the Frost Soul Immortal Ribbon into a steady retreat, utterly unable to withstand the Black Dragon's might.

Only Lyra Jiang, with her profound Mana nearing the Primordial Spirit, Late Stage [the advanced stage of the Nascent Soul realm], managed to hold her ground. She channeled her Five-Colored Divine Radiance to intercept the Black Dragon Demon Progenitor, successfully containing another of his High Grade Pure Yang Spiritual Treasure, the 'Heavenly Demon Pagoda'.

Yet this was her limit; it was still insufficient to truly challenge the Black Dragon Demon Progenitor.

With a thunderous roar, the Black Dragon Demon Progenitor's vertical pupils blazed with dazzling divine light. He unleashed this radiant power, sending it crashing towards the group with devastating force.

"Beware, it is the Annihilation Divine Light [a supreme destructive beam of pure obliteration]!"

Lyra Jiang's countenance shifted dramatically. She immediately summoned her various Spiritual Treasure [enchanted artifacts] and Divine Ability [supernatural powers] to parry, striving to block this strike.

Yet this Annihilation Divine Light was the Black Dragon's Lifebound Grand Divine Ability [a supreme ability intrinsically linked to its life force], its power ranking among the pinnacle under heaven. Even Eldrin Chen would find it difficult to withstand.

At this critical juncture, the Heavenly Separated Twin Swords moved of their own accord to protect their master. Transforming into a stream of dazzling radiance, they shot forth to intercept the Black Dragon Demon Progenitor's attack.

"We must not let him succeed!"

Seeing Eldrin Chen's speed in refining the Formation [magical defensive array] increase rapidly, the Black Dragon Demon Progenitor's expression changed drastically once more.

Without another thought, he immediately channeled his power into a Black-Gold Long Spear and hurled it with immense force towards the Mountain Guardian Grand Formation.

This Black-Gold Long Spear was forged from scales the Black Dragon had shed over tens of thousands of years, fused with Sixth Rank High Grade Pure Yang Treasure Gold [a supremely potent yang-aligned metal]. Its power ranked among the finest even amidst Sixth Rank High Grade Spiritual Treasure.

Now, as the spear pierced through the void, its unstoppable momentum caused Lyra Jiang's face to pale repeatedly. She felt uncertain of her ability to withstand this blow.

Just as Eldrin Chen prepared to abandon refining the Formation, a thunderous roar erupted from the depths of the void.

But then, a resplendent immortal furnace shot forth like a comet, streaking towards the Black Dragon to intercept its charge, forcefully parrying that deadly spear.

"Focus on forging the treasure! We shall aid you!"

The newcomers were none other than Dorian Ji and the Frost Glaze Demon Progenitor. The moment they arrived, they launched their assault against the Black Dragon, intercepting the overwhelming aura of the Black Dragon Demon Progenitor.

Witnessing this, the Black Dragon Demon Progenitor's expression instantly turned frosty with rage.

He cast his gaze deep into the void, seeking reinforcements from his allies, only to discover that the Cultivation Cave had already descended into a chaotic melee.

The Demon-Subduing Divine Monk had engaged the Blood Demon Ancient Ancestor, while the forces of the Southern Sea Glazed Palace had intercepted the Black Lotus Demon Embryo. The remaining horde of Demonic Cultivator were likewise locked in bitter combat, held at bay by the Human Race forces. Discover more cultivation stories at audio~novel.com.

"He must die!"

Seeing that reinforcements would not arrive in time, the Black Dragon Demon Progenitor was consumed by genuine fury.

Unleashing his divine might, he brandished his myriad Spiritual Treasure against all foes. Alone, he forced the allied defenders into a desperate retreat, his sole purpose to slay Eldrin Chen.

The power of this Black Dragon Demon Progenitor was truly terrifying. With tens of thousands of years of Deep-Seated Foundation [the profound and accumulated essence of one's cultivation base] to draw upon, he wielded no fewer than four High Grade Pure Yang Spiritual Treasure [supreme treasures forged from the purest Yang energy].

These four treasures were respectively the 'Scale-Reverse Sword', the 'Black Dragon Spear', the 'Heavenly Demon Pagoda', and the 'Immortal-Suppressing Seal'. Among them, the Scale-Reverse Sword and the Black Dragon Spear excelled in slaughter and conquest. The Heavenly Demon Pagoda was a supreme defensive treasure, while the Immortal-Suppressing Seal could also suppress myriad foes.

The Black Dragon Demon Progenitor wielded four Spiritual Treasure [powerful enchanted artifacts] and possessed three Lifebound Divine Ability [innate supernatural powers]. Its strength ranked among the pinnacle even within the Primordial Spirit, Late Stage realm, being equivalent to the combat power of at least three or four ordinary Primordial Spirit, Late Stage cultivators.

Fortunately, the Black Dragon's injuries were only half-healed, making it difficult for the beast to sustain its peak combat prowess for long. Furthermore, one of its Lifebound Divine Ability, the True Dragon Devours Heaven Art, was occupied with suppressing the Immortal-Bewildering Mist [a mystical fog that confounds immortal senses]. Thus, its current power was not at its absolute zenith.

The group understood clearly. Although the Black Dragon Demon Progenitor's strength was formidable, erupting with such power while bearing injuries would surely incur a massive backlash after this battle. Even if it did not perish, it would require a Millennium [a span of one thousand years] of recuperation to recover.

With this realization, everyone poured their efforts into driving their various treasures to resist, striving to stall the Black Dragon Demon Progenitor. Only after Eldrin Chen finished refining the Cultivation Cave [a cave abode used for cultivation and seclusion] would there be a sliver of hope to slay the Black Dragon in this battle.

"Cleave!"

Sensing the turn of events, the Black Dragon Demon Progenitor grasped the severity of the situation. It immediately chose to forsake all defense, attacking relentlessly even at the cost of worsening its wounds, all to interrupt Eldrin Chen's process of refining the Immortal Mansion [an immortal's grand residence, often a powerful artifact].

Yet, it was ultimately not in its prime. Despite its furious assault, its efforts proved futile.

"It is done!"

A moment later, Eldrin Chen finally succeeded in refining the Formation [a mystical array or defensive barrier] within the Cultivation Cave. A trace of relief washed over him, but his movements did not slow in the slightest. He immediately activated the Formation within the cave, unleashing the Mountain Guardian Grand Formation [a grand defensive array] of the Ancient Immortal Mansion Immortal Mansion.

As he channeled his power, streams of radiant light shot across the void, transforming into overwhelming formation patterns that crashed down, intent on completely suppressing and annihilating the Black Dragon Demon Progenitor right there.

"Damnation!"

Realizing his Cultivation Cave [a secluded chamber for cultivation] had been refined and seized, the Black Dragon Demon Progenitor immediately felt the urge to retreat.

Yet, the space here was sealed by the Immortal Mansion [a celestial abode or powerful spatial treasure]. Despite his overwhelming power, the Black Dragon found it nearly impossible to tear through the void and escape.

Left with no choice, he could only muster his vast Mana [spiritual energy used for cultivation and magic] and rely on his formidable physical body to charge recklessly, attempting to break through the encirclement.

"A cornered beast fights most fiercely."

While continuously activating the Formation [a mystical array or battle formation] and unleashing attacks with the Grand Five Elements Pure Yang Divine Thunder, Eldrin Chen wore an expression of utmost gravity.

This Black Dragon Demon Progenitor was a supreme powerhouse at the Ninth Layer Nascent Soul realm, ranking among the ten mightiest Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator] beings in the Purple Realm, second only to Demigod Ancestor [a cultivator who has ascended halfway to godhood] level existences.

Now, with the Purple Realm having suffered grievous losses, he was ostensibly its foremost combatant.

Such a supreme being was virtually invincible in his prime. Though currently trapped by their efforts, slaying him remained a task of immense difficulty. Continue your cultivation journey at audio-novel.com.