Chapter 913 : The Demon-Slayer's Legacy

In that ancient battle, Master of the Supreme Profound Hall fought with his very life. Though he succeeded in slaying a Demon Race powerhouse of the Ninth Layer Nascent Soul realm, he himself ultimately succumbed to the tribulation's fury.

In recent years, the decline of the Supreme Profound Hall has only deepened, filling Taibai Jiang's heart with profound anguish.

"Alas..."

Xuan Qingyi shook his head at the sight, his gaze turning towards the depths of the Eastern Sea Cultivation World. A shadow of deep concern flickered in his eyes.

As the two were lost in their swirling thoughts, Alistair Lu stepped forward to the black-robed man and helped him to his feet.

Before the man could speak, Alistair Lu sighed and said, "My Master bids me tell you this: he chose the Daoist title 'Demon-Slayer' so that you might inherit the final will of the late Demon-Slaying Dao Lord. Your life's purpose must be the eradication of the Demonic Cultivators."

"If you cannot uphold this duty, you may never fully repay the grace bestowed upon you in times past."

The man trembled slightly, then rose fully and clasped his hands in a formal salute. "Please convey my gratitude for the venerable senior's guidance."

"There is no need for such formality."

Alistair Lu shook his head, then offered a gentle smile. "Now, come with me." Original English translation available at https://audio-novel.com.

Accompanied by the three, Alistair Lu journeyed towards Verdant Chariot Mountain. After traversing layer upon layer of mountain peaks, the group arrived before a Daoist Assembly Ground.

Verdant Chariot Mountain was but a minor peak, its Daoist Assembly Ground far less imposing and magnificent than those found within the various Dao Lord Sacred Land.

This lecture on the Dao hosted by Eldrin Chen was arranged with a simple, unadorned practicality. Upon the summit of Verdant Chariot Mountain, merely several thousand seating mats were laid out for the assembled Dao Lord to occupy.

At this moment, those several thousand seats were nearly filled to capacity by venerable Nascent Soul True Lord. The number of lesser cultivators from the Golden Core Purple Mansion realms who had come to listen was truly beyond count, forced to settle upon the surrounding mountainsides, quietly awaiting the day the lecture would commence.

Alistair Lu guided the three to their places among the seating. Taibai Jiang discovered his own position was within the foremost row, sharing this honor with over ten other Nascent Soul True Lord.

Seeing this, Alistair Lu began making introductions among the assembled dignitaries.

After hearing the introductions, the innate pride within Taibai Jiang could not help but instantly recede.

Among the many True Lord present, the number of truly heaven-defying talents was considerable. Although he had cultivated the Great White Sword Intent and was hailed as the premier Heaven's Chosen of the Sword Dao within the Central Ancestral Domain, it was still difficult for him to overshadow this gathering.

To speak not of others, merely Xuan Qingyi alone was a Personal Disciple under the tutelage of Ancestor Black Tortoise.

His origins and foundation were even more astonishingly profound, possessing connections to the legendary Yi Wood Azure Dragon.

It was originally formed from a wisp of the most pristine primordial Qi [the vital energy that flows through all living things] of the ancient Yi Wood Azure Dragon. Because it harbored benevolent thoughts that hindered the cultivation of the East Sea Azure Dragon, it was severed by the East Sea Azure Dragon and fell within the Daoist Assembly Grounds [the sacred cultivation site of a powerful being], transforming into a True Dragon Egg [an egg containing a pure-blooded dragon].

It was only after the fall of the East Sea Azure Dragon that the Ancestor Black Tortoise, having occupied the Daoist Assembly Grounds of the East Sea Azure Dragon, finally nurtured this True Dragon Egg to hatch, giving birth to Xuan Qingyi, this young True Dragon.

The Demon-Slaying Daoist first succumbed to Qi deviation [a state of cultivation where one's energy runs amok, often leading to madness], then achieved a great enlightenment and broke free from the demonic tribulation. This marks a true Immortal Ascension Seed [one destined for the highest realms of cultivation].

In that ancient battle, the Master of the Supreme Profound Hall fought desperately. Although he slew a Demon Race powerhouse of the Ninth Layer Nascent Soul realm, he himself also fell amidst the tribulation.

In recent years, the decline of the Supreme Profound Hall has grown ever more pronounced, causing immense anguish within the heart of Taibai Jiang.

"Alas..."

Seeing this, Xuan Qingyi shook her head slightly. Her gaze turned towards the depths of the Eastern Sea Cultivation World, and a flicker of concern passed through her eyes.

As the two were lost in their swirling thoughts, Alistair Lu walked up to the black-robed man and helped him to his feet.

Before the man could speak, Alistair Lu sighed and said, "Our Master bade me tell you this: the reason he took the Daoist title 'Demon-Slayer' was for you to inherit the legacy of the late Demon-Slaying Dao Lord. You must dedicate your entire life to the eradication of Demonic Cultivators as your paramount duty."

"If you cannot accomplish this, I fear you will never be able to repay the debt of that past kindness in this lifetime."

The man gave a slight tremble, then rose to his feet and clasped his hands in a respectful salute. "Please convey my gratitude to the senior for his guidance."

"There is no need for such formality."

Alistair Lu shook his head with a smile. "Come, follow me."

Leading the three, Alistair Lu set off towards Verdant Chariot Mountain. After traversing layer upon layer of mountain peaks, the group arrived before a Daoist Assembly Ground.

Verdant Chariot Mountain was but a modest peak, its Daoist Assembly Ground far less grand and imposing than those found within the various Dao Lord Sacred Land.

Eldrin Chen had arranged this lecture on the Dao [the fundamental principle or path in Chinese philosophy] with deliberate simplicity. At the summit of Verdant Chariot Mountain, he had merely prepared several thousand seats, allowing the assembled Dao Lord [a title for a master of the Dao] to sit together. For more chapters, visit audio–novel.com for the complete novel.

Now, those several thousand seats were nearly filled with Nascent Soul True Lord [cultivators who have formed their Nascent Soul, a spiritual infant]. The number of lesser cultivators from the Golden Core Purple Mansion realms who had come to listen was beyond count, relegated to sitting among the surrounding mountains, quietly awaiting the day the lecture would begin.

Alistair Lu guided the three to their seats. Taibai Jiang discovered himself placed in the very first row, alongside a dozen or so other Nascent Soul True Lord.

Seeing this, Alistair Lu began introducing everyone to each other.

After hearing the introductions, the trace of arrogance within Taibai Jiang instantly vanished, replaced by a newfound humility.

Among the many True Lord [a high-level cultivator who has attained a profound understanding of the Dao] present, there were truly numerous individuals of prodigious talent. Although he had cultivated the Great White Sword Intent [a supreme state of sword consciousness, pure and unyielding] and was hailed as the foremost Heaven's Chosen [a title for a genius blessed by heaven] in Sword Dao [the Way of the Sword] within the Central Ancestral Domain [the central heartland of the human cultivation world], he still found it difficult to suppress the gathered luminaries.

To speak not of the others, merely Xuan Qingyi alone was a Personal Disciple [a disciple taken under the direct tutelage of a master] under the tutelage of Ancestor Black Tortoise.

His origins and foundation were even more terrifyingly extraordinary, even connected to that Yi Wood Azure Dragon [a legendary dragon embodying the Wood element of the East].

Originally, Xuan Qingyi was formed from a wisp of the purest primordial Qi [the fundamental life-force energy] of the ancient Yi Wood Azure Dragon. Because it contained benevolent thoughts that hindered the cultivation of the East Sea Azure Dragon [the Azure Dragon sovereign of the Eastern Sea], it was severed by the dragon and cast down into a Daoist Assembly Ground [a sacred site for cultivators to gather and discuss the Dao], where it transformed into a True Dragon Egg [an egg containing a pure-blooded dragon].

It was only after the fall of the East Sea Azure Dragon that Ancestor Black Tortoise, having taken possession of the dragon's former Daoist Assembly Ground, nurtured the True Dragon Egg until it hatched, giving birth to Xuan Qingyi, a juvenile True Dragon [a pure-blooded dragon, among the most powerful mythical beasts].

The Demon-Slaying Daoist [a title for a cultivator renowned for slaying demons], moreover, had first succumbed to Qi deviation [a state where one's cultivation goes awry, often leading to madness] and then achieved a great enlightenment, breaking through the demonic tribulation to emerge anew. This marked a true Immortal Ascension Seed [one destined with the potential to ascend to immortality].

Among the many True Lord present, there were truly numerous individuals of prodigious talent. Although he had cultivated the Great White Sword Intent and was hailed as the foremost Heaven's Chosen in Sword Dao within the Central Ancestral Domain, he still found it difficult to suppress the gathered luminaries.

To speak not of the others, merely Xuan Qingyi alone was a Personal Disciple under the tutelage of Ancestor Black Tortoise.

His origins and foundation were even more terrifyingly extraordinary, even connected to that Yi Wood Azure Dragon.

Originally, Xuan Qingyi was formed from a wisp of the purest primordial Qi of the ancient Yi Wood Azure Dragon. Because it contained benevolent thoughts that hindered the cultivation of the East Sea Azure Dragon, it was severed by the dragon and cast down into a Daoist Assembly Ground, where it transformed into a True Dragon Egg.

It was only after the fall of the East Sea Azure Dragon that the Ancestor Black Tortoise occupied the Daoist Assembly Ground of the East Sea Azure Dragon, thereby nurturing the True Dragon Egg until it hatched, transforming into the True Dragon whelp known as Xuan Qingyi.

Furthermore, the Demon-Slaying Daoist first succumbed to Qi deviation [a dangerous state where one's cultivation energy runs amok], then achieved a profound enlightenment to break free from the demonic tribulation. This marks a true Immortal Ascension Seed [one destined with the potential to ascend to immortality].