Chapter 1353 : 9-Layered Heaven Domain

With this final step, Daoist Tianyuan merged the 3 Primal Chaos Qi into his trio of natal immortal treasures.

His 3 innate immortal treasures were respectively named: Cangtian Pot (Magic Treasure), Shenyuan Diagram (Magic Treasure), and Tianyuan Ancient Sword (Magic Treasure).

At this moment, Daoist Tianyuan consecutively activated 3 of his life-bound treasures. Each strike effortlessly cleaved through the boundless void, and with minimal exertion, he had already shattered 3 layers of the cosmos anew.

After consecutively opening 6 layers of the heavens, the Heavenly Abyss Daoist didn't even pause to catch his breath before merging 3 strands of Heaven-Opening Qi into his physical body, Dao Fruit, and the laws of nature.

Then, with a sweep of his sleeve, he spurred his 3 innate treasures and innate divine abilities to continuously forge ahead, ultimately breaking through 8 layers of the heavens.

"Have I finally reached my limit?"

With this final step completed, Daoist Tianyuan slowly let out a breath of relief.

At this moment, he had to withstand the pressure brought by the 8 Layers of Heaven, enduring the boundless and endless power of the world. The remaining strength he possessed was no longer sufficient to confidently open the Ninth Layer of Heaven.

Most critically, his remaining spiritual energy was nearly depleted, and the likelihood of failure from forcibly attempting the Heaven Opening exceeded 80 percent.

"So it is true."

"No wonder even someone as formidable as the Sky Prison Clan Master failed to open the Ninefold Heavens back in the day."

Elder of the Abyss murmured inwardly, unconsciously letting out a slow, measured exhale.

"Fortunately, I came prepared."

As the words fell, Daoist Tianyuan summoned the Vault-of-Heaven Gourd(Magic Treasure) to prop up the heavens, while employing the Divine Abyss Painting(Magic Treasure) to stabilize the earth.

With 2 Heaven-Sundering Treasures sharing the burden, Patriarch Tianyuan instantly freed up over 30 percent of his focus. Taking a deep breath, he unsealed the North Sea Divine Pearl.

In an instant, a surge of majestic and boundless magical power erupted from the North Sea Divine Pearl.

Daoist Tianyuan continued to draw upon the spiritual energy within, not ceasing until the North Sea Divine Pearl was completely drained of its power and crumbled into dust. Only then did he realize that most of his own internal energy had been restored.

"Whether I can open the Ninth Heaven will be determined at this very moment."

"9 Heavens Domain, open for me!"

In an instant, Daoist Tianyuan let out a furious roar and unleashed a blade of sword light of unparalleled brilliance.

It was a sword aura that seemed to mirror the boundless heavens, transforming into an endless expanse of dazzling sword radiance that cleaved through the infinite void and chaos, severing the primordial energies of yin and yang in the void.

As the chaotic energies between heaven and earth divided, the primordial qi of clarity and turbidity gave birth to the cosmos, unfolding a realm in the first dawn of creation.

"It is done!"

Eldrin murmured softly, a trace of reassurance settling in his heart.

It seems that utilizing the power of the Primordial Chaos rules to refine such a disposable external elixir is truly a heaven-defying and astonishing method.

Even if it were any other Half-Step Celestial Immortal (Cultivation Realm) besides Eldrin (Person Name), none could likely refine an External Elixir (Magical Object) capable of containing several times 1's magical power.

Because a 9 Tribulations Immortal has a limit to the number of Heaven-Splitting Treasures they can refine—typically, they can consecrate at most 3 mid-grade Heaven-Splitting Treasures, or barely manage to refine 1 high-grade Heaven-Splitting Treasure.

To open the 9 Heavens, 1 requires a supreme-grade Heaven-Opening Treasure capable of cleaving through the ninth layer of heaven in a single strike.

Under such circumstances, the 9 Tribulations Immortal no longer possessed the strength to refine an external elixir of the 8th-rank World Creation level.

An ordinary 9 Calamity Immortal would typically reach their limit by being able to refine a single Supreme-Grade Immortal Treasure, in addition to their Lifebound Immortal Treasure and a Superior-Grade Heaven-Opening Treasure.

一尊极品仙宝级数的外丹，容纳的法力终究是有限的，只有Eldrin (Person Name)的混元无极规则之力，凝练程度更古罕见，才能使其容纳的法力增加数倍。

"It seems my Primordial Chaos Rules can also assist those around me in Opening the Heavens."

Eldrin (Person Name) murmured inwardly, resolving then to diligently gather supreme-grade inner elixirs and special orbs in preparation for crafting such single-use external pellets.

Just as Eldrin was lost in thought, the Daoist of the Abyss had already anchored the 4 Heavenly Spiritual Roots at the 4 poles of heaven and earth, stabilizing this newborn realm of primordial chaos.

After completing all of this, Daoist Tianyuan strode forward.

Seeing this, Eldrin immediately smiled and cupped his hands in salute. "Congratulations, Fellow Daoist, on consecutively opening 9 layers of heaven and earth. It seems that breaking through to the Celestial Immortal realm in the future will be nothing difficult for you."

"Ha ha ha."

Tianyuan Daoist burst into hearty laughter, his heart swelling with exhilaration. Without delay, he handed over the Profound Yin Heaven-Slaying Sword and passed along another strand of Primordial Chaos Qi to Eldrin (Person Name).

Then he said with immense satisfaction, "Thank you for lending me your treasure, fellow cultivator."

"If not for your lending of the treasure and refining the External Elixir for me, I would have certainly failed this time."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin (Person Name) could not help but reveal a faint smile.

He took the Primordial Chaos Qi and the Profound Yin Heaven-Slaying Sword, then spoke: "External aids are ultimately but supplements; they can only add flowers to the brocade."

"If you, fellow Daoist, lack the aptitude to withstand 9 heavenly tribulations, even possessing a supreme Heaven-Opening Treasure would be of little use. You'd be incapable of activating it, let alone opening 9 layers of celestial realms."

With that said, the 2 continued exchanging pleasantries, their hearts brimming with unspoken delight.

As the world forged by Daoist Tianyuan had completely stabilized and all the immortals had emerged from seclusion, Eldrin seized the moment to speak. "Now that everyone has digested their gains, let us discuss our plans for the next phase."

Upon hearing this, all the immortals nodded slightly.

They followed Eldrin into the grand hall, each revealing a trace of delight on their faces.

Riji swept her gaze over the assembly and was the first to speak, "With everyone's cultivation having advanced considerably now, shall we proceed as originally planned?"

"Yes, isn't it time we dispatched our troops?"

Hearing this, all the immortals couldn't help but smile and say.

This time, the Abyssal Sea gained 2 Ninth-Level Earth Immortals, along with a 9-Tribulation Immortal and an existence who had stepped into the forbidden realm. Their collective strength could be said to have undergone a monumental leap.

However, the improvements of Lyra (Person Name), the Nether Lord of Ancient Ruins, and the Abyssal Daoist were truly extraordinary—their strength had grown by leaps and bounds, far beyond mere incremental gains.

The combat prowess of a 9 Calamity Immortal is roughly comparable to that of a sixth-level Earth Immortal.

However, the power of a 9 Tribulations Immortal was only comparable to a first-level Earth Immortal, with less than 30 percent of the profound energy reserves of a sixth-level Earth Immortal. Thus, the disparity in combat prowess between them was immense.

When a 9 Calamity Immortal attains the Earth Immortal realm and opens 9 layers of celestial domains, empowered by an entire world, their magical power multiplies severalfold—rivaling even those with 6-layered celestial domains.

It could be said that an Earth Immortal who had opened 9 celestial layers, even if only at the first level of Earth Immortal cultivation, possessed combat prowess no less formidable than a sixth-level Earth Immortal.

Now that the Nether Lord of the Ancient Ruins and the Abyssal Daoist had successfully broken through, our side had effectively gained 2 additional Sixth-Level Earth Immortals. Our strength was no longer what it used to be.

Even Eldrin, whose combat prowess and methods were somewhat superior to the 2 of them, could only seize a limited amount.

In a 1-on-1 duel, he might well be capable of defeating them, but if both were to attack together, even Eldrin would be forced to retreat in defeat.

Such formidable combat prowess, combined with Eldrin and Lyra, gave them the confidence to directly repel a seventh-level Earth Immortal. Even when facing 2 seventh-level Earth Immortals, they possessed the strength to stand their ground in battle.

At this thought, the immortals felt joy in their hearts upon hearing these words. They all prepared to continue the great battle while the grand tribulation had yet to subside, taking the initiative to quell the demonic upheaval in the Flowing Streams and 100 Seas.

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