Chapter 1140: Defeating All the Pieces of the Old Flood Dragon Puzzle

Pure Nine-Lotus Treasure Lantern

At the boundary where the sea met the sky, a massive black flood dragon coiled and roared furiously, its voice like thunder. It stirred up the immense power of the Profound Sea, which rose to cover the firmament, engulfing the Eastern Yi land.

Meanwhile, on the shore, a thousand-meter-tall giant held a grayish-white stone bell, continuously ringing out five-colored ripples. It was as if an invisible wall had been erected between heaven and earth, blocking all incoming thunder, frost, and tsunamis.

Chen Mobai stood on the shoulder of his One-Yuan Incarnation. Five-colored light flowed in his eyes, but at the very center of his right pupil was already a hazy gray vortex, like a black hole devouring everything.

While fighting the old flood dragon, he was attempting to cultivate the Great Dao of Primordial Chaos.

Amidst the clang of the bell, the five-colored ripples gradually grew deeper and more profound, not only resisting the immense power of the Profound Sea unleashed by the old flood dragon but even absorbing it and turning it into its own use.

At this moment, a sky-blue treasure pearl suddenly flew through the air and struck.

Seeing that its divine abilities could not harm Chen Mobai, the old flood dragon could only resort to the most primitive method.

Chen Mobai's expression was grave. Facing this peak sixth-tier supreme treasure, he had few means of resistance. The Primordial Chaos Bell itself was held by the One-Yuan Incarnation with its mouth facing upwards. Inside the bell, it was a hazy gray, carrying a mysterious power that seemed capable of suppressing all things and phenomena, and it collided with the Sea-Calming Pearl.

Boom!

A sound that caused heaven and earth to shake, and terrifying fluctuations capable of shifting mountains and rivers, spread out.

The Heaven-Veil Earth-Net Grand Array was instantly activated to its most powerful extent, but even so, there were still many areas on the Eastern Yi land experiencing earthquakes and landslides.

Fortunately, over the past decade, the cultivators and humans here had grown accustomed to such tremors, and all, with great experience, ran to the open-air platforms fortified with restrictions.

In the instant the Primordial Chaos Bell and the Sea-Calming Pearl collided, golden lines flickered and formed in Chen Mobai's left pupil. Then, his Second Nascent Soul ascended from behind his head, and instantly, it manipulated the Primal Yang Sword, transforming it into a streaking crimson phoenix light. It traversed the void like lightning, piercing towards the old flood dragon's glabella.

Without the Sea-Calming Pearl, the sixth-tier flying sword made the old flood dragon feel a biting sharpness.

However, as the lord of the Profound Flood Dragon Royal Court, it still had life-saving items on its person.

A scale on its glabella suddenly flared with golden light from its dark surface, like a golden shield, resisting the Primal Yang Sword.

Chen Mobai was not at all surprised by this.

After dozens of engagements over the years, both sides already knew each other's strengths and weaknesses thoroughly.

The old flood dragon's vital points, such as its glabella, throat, and heart, had all refined ancestral scales of these sixth-tier true dragons. Under the activation of its true spirit power and vital essence, even the Primal Yang Sword could not penetrate them in a short time.

However, the way of the sword cultivator possessed astonishing destructive power. The old flood dragon could only block for a moment with these scales, so it quickly summoned the Sea-Calming Pearl back.

With the treasure pearl suspended above its head and standing upon the Profound Sea, it was invincible.

However, at this moment, silver light flickered in the void, and two figures stepped out of thin air. One of them held a complex and precise spherical magical artifact, directing an earthy yellow immortal light towards the Sea-Calming Pearl, which was halfway through its flight.

At the same time, Chen Mobai also controlled his One-Yuan Incarnation, activating the power of the Primordial Chaos Bell to its extreme, unleashing intertwined five-colored ripples which landed on the Sea-Calming Pearl.

The two sixth-tier magical artifacts combined, imprisoning the sky-blue treasure pearl in mid-air.

"Heaven and Earth Xuanji Instrument, Wuchen, you shameless brat! All you know is sneak attacks!"

Upon seeing Wuchen and Dakong appear, the old flood dragon immediately cursed furiously, then opened its mouth and spat out a drop of vital blood onto the imprisoned Sea-Calming Pearl.

At this moment, while the treasure pearl was imprisoned, Chen Mobai's Primal Yang Sword, with the enhancement of True Monarch Dakong's void secret technique, bypassed the golden scale and pierced into the old flood dragon's waist and abdomen.

Its hard-cultivated dragon gall was once again partially severed.

In extreme pain, the old flood dragon paid no heed to its cries and directly unleashed the Sea-Calming Pearl, which had been nourished by its true spirit vital blood. After the pearl broke free from the restraints of the two magical artifacts, it swallowed it with an open mouth. A brilliant blue light circulated throughout its body, and all heterogeneous energies such as void power and Primal Yang sword aura were expelled from its body.

Just as it was about to utter some harsh words and flee, streaks of earthy yellow immortal light suddenly rose from the Profound Sea, instantly transforming into stone walls that completely encased its slender dragon body.

It was as if a stone coffin had appeared between the sea and sky.

This was True Monarch Wuchen, utilizing the Heaven and Earth Xuanji Instrument to cast the Dao Sect's secret technique, Earth-Element Boundary Seal, aiming to sever the connection between the Sea-Calming Pearl and the boundless Profound Sea.

Chen Mobai and True Monarch Dakong, seeing this scene, also felt a slight anticipation.

Half a year ago, True Monarch Wuchen had emerged from his cultivation breakthrough and came together with True Monarch Dakong. The three of them together formulated today's plan.

The Heaven and Earth Xuanji Instrument was an earth-element supreme treasure, capable of manipulating the earth veins of Eastern Continent and also countering the Sea-Calming Pearl. If the plan succeeded, the old flood dragon, without the boundless Profound Sea's blessing, would naturally be at the mercy of these Eastern Continent Incarnation cultivators.

However, the situation did not proceed as they had anticipated.

After the Sea-Calming Pearl was isolated by the Earth-Element Boundary Seal, the boundless Profound Sea suddenly erupted with unprecedented surging waves, one wave after another crashing towards the stone coffin suspended above the sea surface.

Chen Mobai simultaneously controlled the Primordial Chaos Bell to descend, intending to combine the power of the two magical artifacts to suppress it.

However, accompanied by a cracking sound, a fissure appeared in the stone coffin.

Subsequently, a brilliant blue radiance, like a light sword tearing through darkness, merged with the power of the boundless Profound Sea, continuously drawing it into the stone coffin.

Accompanied by a sigh from True Monarch Wuchen, fissures began to appear densely, eventually covering the entire stone coffin. With a massive "boom", a sky-blue treasure pearl was the first to break out, followed by the old flood dragon's furious and flustered figure emerging from it. Broken stones scattered across the sky, melting and disappearing under the surging boundless Profound Sea.

Seeing this, Chen Mobai also retrieved the Primordial Chaos Bell.

Even with careful planning against an unsuspecting opponent, the two sixth-tier magical artifacts were still unable to suppress the Sea-Calming Pearl.

It could only be said that above the Profound Sea, the old flood dragon was indeed invincible.

But at this moment, the old flood dragon, having broken free, dared not utter any more harsh words. After flying out of the stone coffin, with the Sea-Calming Pearl hovering above it, it plunged into the Profound Sea without looking back.

Against the three Incarnation True Monarchs of Eastern Continent, even if it sacrificed its vital blood, it could at most maintain an undefeated stance above the Profound Sea. If its vital blood was depleted, it might be worn down to death.

As the wind and waves calmed, Chen Mobai retracted his One-Yuan Incarnation, flew to the side of the two individuals, and thanked them for their assistance.

"What a pity, we missed this opportunity today. The old flood dragon won't be so careless next time."

True Monarch Wuchen looked in the direction where the old flood dragon had disappeared, with a look of regret.

"Although the Earth-Element Boundary Seal includes the character 'boundary', it is not a true 'Dharmic Boundary' after all, and cannot completely sever the connection between the Sea-Calming Pearl and the Profound Sea."

True Monarch Dakong, on the other hand, began analyzing the gains, losses, and experiences from the recent battle. The reason he could cultivate to his current level was because he was adept at summarizing; from the Qi Condensation stage onwards, he would review every combat encounter, thus becoming increasingly powerful.

"Oh, a Dharmic Boundary can be so powerful?"

After hearing this, Chen Mobai couldn't help but look curious.

Although there was talk of Dharmic Boundaries in the Immortal Sect, neither the Spirit Venerables nor the past Incarnation cultivators of Kunpeng Dao Academy had ever truly cultivated one. Qi Yuheng was the most likely to succeed, but he instead used it for body refinement, embarking on a different path.

As for the Dharmic Boundaries in the Heavenly River Realm, they were quite similar to the orthodox Dharmic Boundaries recorded in the Six Imperial Sutras.

All involved condensing a small world.

It was just not like the Immortal Sect side, where from the Core Formation stage onwards, there were 'boundary gates' to help grasp void power and open up domains. In the Heavenly River Realm, cultivating Dharmic Boundaries relied solely on one's innate talent.

Therefore, those in history who could achieve mastery were basically individuals with outstanding talent in the Dao of Void, or even Void Spirit Physiques.

Precisely for this reason, samples were very rare, and even Chen Mobai, as an Incarnation cultivator, could not obtain detailed information.

"Only Void Refinement cultivators can truly cultivate a Dharmic Boundary. Once formed, it is equivalent to a complete world, where one can set the laws of the Great Dao. After isolating the Sea-Calming Pearl within it, it's like sending it to the Spirit Void Immortal Realm. It has the same effect as the Primordial Water-Controlling Banner stripping it of its control over the Profound Sea."

True Monarch Dakong explained the profundities of the Dharmic Boundary to Chen Mobai.

Among the ascended cultivators of the Grand Void Ethereal Palace throughout history, those who could cultivate a Dharmic Boundary were very few, and these were basically all Void Spirit Physiques.

Precisely for this reason, this generation's Grand Void Saintess of Eastern Continent, after forming her Nascent Soul, spent most of her time cultivating at the Central Continent headquarters and was given great hopes.

"So that's how it is!"

After hearing this, Chen Mobai suddenly understood.

He was only one step away from cultivating a Dharmic Boundary.

However, if he wanted to kill the old flood dragon, merely relying on a Dharmic Boundary might not be enough. After all, after this ambush, the old flood dragon would probably no longer allow the Sea-Calming Pearl to leave its body. If they wanted to deal with it, they would need to prepare a power capable of isolating and suppressing both it and the Sea-Calming Pearl together.

Chen Mobai calculated in his mind: there were less than four years left until the descent of the Zixiao Palace from the Immortal Sect. He had to resolve the threat of the Profound Flood Dragon Royal Court before then.

Otherwise, even if he returned to the Immortal Sect, he would still have lingering concerns.

"In the Upper Realm, True Monarch Beixuan of the Water Mother Palace refused Senior Yuan Qingque's request to borrow the Primordial Water-Controlling Banner. Therefore, if we want to resolve the Profound Flood Dragon Royal Court, I'm afraid we can only rely on ourselves."

Chen Mobai shared another piece of news, which had been sent by Ni Yuanzhong four years ago.

It could only be said that Yuan Qingque and the Nine Heavens Demon-Slaying Sect's influence was still not great enough.

"With us here, the old flood dragon will certainly not dare to leave the Profound Sea even a single step."

True Monarch Wuchen's words implied that he already planned to guard Eastern Yi alongside Chen Mobai.

He had broken through with the aid of the Three Profound Jade Dragon Pill, and thus owed Chen Mobai a favor. Although the latter was unaware, he still intended to repay some of it whenever possible.

"Oh, if Senior has time to help guard, I can make a trip to the Five Emperors Mountain to upgrade this bell. Perhaps after it reaches the high-grade sixth-tier, it will be able to completely suppress the Sea-Calming Pearl."

As soon as Chen Mobai heard True Monarch Wuchen's words, his eyes lit up, feeling that all the pieces to defeat the old flood dragon were about to come together.

"That is a small matter. With my Heaven and Earth Xuanji Instrument, I am equivalent to the Sea-Calming Pearl in the Profound Sea when on Eastern Continent. However, upgrading the Primordial Chaos Bell is no small feat. Are you really going to be so hasty, young friend?"

True Monarch Wuchen was very confident in his ability to defend, but he did not want Chen Mobai to act too hastily. After all, as Incarnation True Monarchs, their lifespans were very long, and they could fully prepare before attempting such low-probability endeavors.

"Senior, please rest assured. I have already simulated this matter countless times in my mind and have a great deal of confidence."

In the past decade, apart from the time spent battling the old flood dragon, all other time was spent pondering this matter. Every aspect that could possibly affect the artifact's upgrade had been considered. He was confident of a 99% probability.

"Since you say so, young friend, it seems you have over 50% confidence. I wish you success here. Hopefully, after Senior One-Yuan, my Eastern Continent will produce another sixth-tier artifact master."

Upon hearing Chen Mobai's words, True Monarch Wuchen also felt relieved. He knew that the young man before him was actually very steady in character.

Chen Mobai thought for a moment and suppressed the urge to refute True Monarch Wuchen.

How could it be only 50%?

In the past decade, apart from the time spent battling the old flood dragon, all other time was spent pondering this matter. Every aspect that could possibly affect the artifact's upgrade had been considered. He was confident of a 99% probability.

"Young friend, go with peace of mind. My junior brother Wuchen and I will help you guard this border pass."

True Monarch Dakong was also very much looking forward to Chen Mobai becoming a sixth-tier artifact master. If that happened, their Eastern Continent would have a truly outstanding achievement to boast about.

"Many thanks!"

After informing the two Incarnation seniors, he then went to the Five Elements Sect and spoke to Mo Douguang about the matter.

Mo Douguang: "Sect Master, rest assured. I have this side covered."

The million-strong cultivator army of Eastern Yi was nominally here to reinforce the Five Elements Sect, so Mo Douguang was considered the overall commander here. However, he would discuss all strategies and troop deployments with the representatives of the three great holy lands. Out of respect for Chen Mobai, Zhang Pankong and the other two were very polite and willing to comply.

"As for my departure, you just need to know. There's no need to inform the representatives of the holy lands."

Chen Mobai gave a final instruction. Mo Douguang also understood the seriousness of the matter and nodded solemnly.

Five Emperors Mountain.

When Chen Mobai stepped out of One-Yuan Immortal City, he concealed his aura, not letting Lianshui know.

However, he certainly couldn't hide it from Xiao Yuli.

As the Palace Master of One-Yuan Dao Palace, she was in charge of the entire mountain-guarding array. The moment Chen Mobai stepped into it, he alerted her.

"Greetings, Sect Master." When Xiao Yuli arrived at the One-Yuan Hall, she saw Chen Mobai's familiar back. While sighing in relief, she immediately bowed, asking, "Why does the Sect Master have time to visit the Five Emperors Mountain Branch Sect today? Has the threat from the Profound Flood Dragon Royal Court been resolved…?"

Chen Mobai turned around. Xiao Yuli saw the Primordial Chaos Bell resting in his palm and immediately recalled what he had once mentioned. Her delicate body couldn't help but tremble slightly.