Chapter 1616 : Trouble in the Microcosmos

Primal Ancient Tree.

Eldrin murmured softly, his gaze tinged with solemnity.

He performed a quick divination with his fingers, and soon uncovered the cause and effect, grasping the entirety of the matter from beginning to end.

The origin of all karma lay in the few primordial ancient trees planted by Eldrin (Person Name).

The 5 Elements Microcosmos drifted amidst the primordial chaos—a relatively sealed realm, in theory, shielded from the prying eyes of celestial immortals from the higher realms.

Yet in truth, this boundless chaos had never been a place of safety.

In this primordial chaos where the cosmos had yet to part, countless primordial beasts and chaos demons were nurtured, along with wandering Celestial Immortals of great power, and even the mighty Great Luo Golden Immortals.

Chaos Fiends were rare, and Great Luo Immortal Lords were equally scarce, making encounters exceedingly uncommon within the boundless Chaos Sea.

However, the Celestial Immortals who roamed the Chaos and the primordial beasts of the Chaos were relatively common.

For both the Primordial Chaos Beasts and the Celestial Immortals, a newly-born miniature universe was considered an opportunity, for within it lay treasures born of cosmic creation—and perhaps even the presence of Primordial Qi.

Yet this alone was not enough to attract too many Celestial Immortals or Primal Chaos Beasts.

However, this miniature 5 Elements cosmos was different—it now contained 3 Primordial Ancient Trees.

The value of such a primordial ancient tree is self-evident, capable of stirring the hearts of even Celestial Immortals and mighty figures, who might even risk taking action for its sake.

For the Primordial Chaos Beasts, consuming the fruit of the Primal Ancient Tree—or even devouring the tree itself—could very well trigger a metamorphosis in their bloodline power.

3 Primordial Ancient Trees had already drawn the covetous gaze of the Chaos Ancient Beasts.

Eldrin (Person Name) murmured slowly, his expression profoundly grave as he spoke, "Perhaps 1 day, we might even attract the covetous gaze of a Celestial Immortal (Cultivation Realm) powerhouse."

Lyra also nodded, then sighed, "Though planting a Primordial Ancient Tree within a microcosmos won't attract the covetous eyes of mighty immortals from higher realms, without the protection of the Qing Cang Immortal Domain, trouble will inevitably find us sooner or later."

"Yes."

Eldrin nodded, his brow subtly furrowing in contemplation.

Those who have cultivated their power to a level beyond the Celestial Immortal realm often possess extraordinarily keen spiritual senses. Particularly among those skilled in divining the secrets of heaven, some can even deduce the location and gestation period of an Innate Spiritual Treasure.

Although the workings of fate are inscrutable in the primordial chaos, should the number of Primordial Treasures within 1's microcosm grow too numerous, it would inevitably attract the covetous gazes of others.

At this thought, Eldrin spoke: "The spiritual essence of the Primordial Ancient Tree is astonishing. Even amidst the chaos, it shines like a candle's flame in the mist."

The more candle flames within the microcosm, the more radiant it would shine amidst the chaos, and the more likely it would draw the attention of the primordial beasts of chaos.

"A stalk or 2 of Primordial Ancient Trees might not cause much trouble, but once the numbers grow, I fear it will inevitably invite great calamity sooner or later."

Eldrin murmured softly before speaking, "It seems we must cultivate swiftly and strive to transplant the innate Heavenly Spiritual Root into the Earth Immortal realm at the earliest opportunity."

Meanwhile, the Heavenly Dao consciousness of the 5 Elements Cosmos gradually stirred from its slumber.

He sensed Eldrin's solemnity and spoke gravely, "I have a premonition—when the Heavenly Tribulation descends, I fear there will be no refuge for any of us."

"In that era, this very cosmos shall likely face a cataclysmic tribulation of its own."

Eldrin's expression turned profoundly grave as he spoke, "Rest assured, since I have given you my word, I will safeguard the security of this minor universe."

At this point, Eldrin (Person Name) inquired further, "What is the current situation beyond the microcosm?"

"For now, it's still safe."

The Will of the Microcosm spoke unhurriedly, its tone detached. "Of the 7 ninth-order primordial chaos beasts, 4 have been slain by your combined efforts."

The remaining 3 Ancient Beasts of the ninth rank, along with that Innate Primordial Chaos Ancient Beast, could do nothing against the Cosmic Embryonic Membrane and have now temporarily withdrawn.

"However, if my predictions are correct, they will make a comeback 1 day."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin's expression grew slightly solemn.

Lyra (Person Name) pondered for a moment before speaking, "The most pressing matter now is for you to cultivate the Primordial Chaos Indestructible Body and break through to the Celestial Immortal realm as soon as possible."

"If you break through to the Celestial Immortal realm, safeguarding a small universe with a few Primordial Ancient Trees shouldn't pose much of a problem."

"Hmm."

Eldrin gave a slight nod, for he understood this point well in his heart.

Without further hesitation, he bid farewell to Lyra (Person Name) and the others before returning to the Vast Azure Immortal Realm, then diverted his path toward the Eastern Pole Celestial Domain.

The Eastern Endless Sea is 1 of the 7 Seas of the Vast Azure Immortal Realm, situated at the easternmost extremity of the domain. It is an exceedingly abundant and fertile expanse of ocean.

This time, the forbidden realm Eldrin (Person Name) was headed to—the 'Sea of Tenfold Annihilation'—lay within the boundless eastern ocean.

Eldrin arrived through a spatial rift with the aid of the Mirror of Yin, Yang, and Void. As he reached the Sea of Tenfold Annihilation, his brow furrowed slightly with tension.

"What a formidable forbidden zone."

Gazing upon the 10 Directions Annihilation Sea before him, Eldrin’s expression grew profoundly solemn.

Before them stretched the 10 Extremities Annihilation Sea, an immeasurably vast expanse of ocean whose span could not be reckoned in mortal journeys. It dwarfed the entire 100 Seas of the Returning Abyss by a hundredfold, occupying fully 1-tenth of the boundless Eastern Endless Sea.

Across this expanse of sea, boundless thunderous power swept through heaven and earth. An ancient, undying killing intent that had persisted for aeons pervaded the cosmos. Annihilative lightning forces surged in all directions, while terrifying thunder-beasts of unimaginable power roamed the depths.

Recalling the origins of this forbidden ground, Eldrin fell into a pensive silence.

Some say the Sea of 10 Directions Annihilation was formed from a shattered Innate Spiritual Treasure. Others claim it was the corpse of a Chaos Demon God that fell here, its unyielding killing intent from the final moments merging with the essence of thunder, ultimately giving birth to this forbidden realm.

At this moment, Eldrin sensed this undying killing intent, faintly feeling the latter possibility was more likely.

"Whatever it may be, this time I must go in and see for myself."

Eldrin (Person Name) murmured softly as he stepped forward with serene composure.

Chapter 1 Upon first setting foot in the Sea of 10 Directions Annihilation, Eldrin sensed an overwhelming thunderous power converging toward him.

Eldrin (Person Name) strode forth with serene composure amidst the endless tempest, allowing the boundless thunderforce to temper his mortal form, yet his countenance remained untroubled as still waters.

To this day, Eldrin's physical body had become nearly flawless and perfect, as indestructible as a piece of pure Taiyi Immortal Gold.

This thunder, potent enough to easily slay an Earth Immortal, could no longer harm him, offering only minimal body-tempering effects.

Eldrin strode steadily deeper into the Sea of Decimation, allowing the boundless thunderous forces to cascade over his form, tempering the strength of his physical body.

No 1 knew how long he had walked when Eldrin finally stepped into the inner reaches of the Sea of Tenfold Annihilation.

When he stepped into the inner region, he discovered that the Sea of Decimation was teeming with thunder spirits—creatures born from boundless killing intent and the essence of lightning, each possessing cultivation at least comparable to a Terrestrial Immortal Elder.

Most crucially, there were hundreds upon hundreds of Thunder Spirits here, among them numerous existences at the Great Perfection stage of the Earth Immortal realm.

(End of Chapter)

Chapter 1 The biting northern wind swept across the mountain range, howling like countless vengeful spirits. Snowflakes danced wildly in the air, blanketing the jagged peaks in a layer of pristine white. At the summit of the tallest mountain, a lone figure sat cross-legged upon a protruding cliff, motionless as if carved from stone. Lin Feng's(Eldrin) robes were tattered, fluttering violently in the gale. His face was pale, yet his eyes shone with an unnaturally bright light. Before him lay a ancient, yellowed scroll - the "9 Revolutions Profound Art"(Cultivation Method). "1 100 years," he murmured, his voice barely audible above the wind's roar. "1 100 years of searching, and I've finally obtained it." His fingers trembled as he unrolled the scripture. The characters glowed with a faint golden light, each stroke containing profound mysteries of the Dao. Suddenly, his expression shifted. "Who's there?" From behind a towering ice pillar emerged 3 figures clad in black. The leader, a man with a sinister scar across his face, chuckled coldly. "Lin Feng, hand over the 9 Revolutions Profound Art(Cultivation Method) and we might spare your life." Lin Feng's(Eldrin) eyes narrowed. "Scarface Zhao(Person Name) of the Blood Saber Sect(Sect Name). I should have known your dogs would come sniffing." Without another word, Scarface Zhao(Person Name) drew his blade. The weapon glowed crimson, emitting a bloodthirsty aura. "Since you choose death, don't blame us for being merciless!" The 3 attacked simultaneously, their movements swift as ghosts. Lin Feng(Eldrin) remained seated, but his hands moved in a series of complex seals. "Since you seek death, I shall oblige." A brilliant light erupted from his body as he summoned the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss(Magic Treasure). The blade hummed with power, its edge sharper than the winter wind. The battle was brief but intense. When the last clash of energy faded, 2 of the attackers lay dead. Scarface Zhao(Person Name) staggered back, his chest bleeding profusely. "Impossible! You're only at the 7th level of Qi Refinement(Cultivation Realm)!" Lin Feng(Eldrin) stood slowly, the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss(Magic Treasure) pointed at his enemy's throat. "Some things," he said calmly, "are beyond your understanding." With a final thrust, it was over. Breathing heavily, Lin Feng(Eldrin) surveyed the scene. The snow around them had melted from the released spiritual energy, steam rising from the ground. He knelt to search the bodies, finding a dozen or so mid-grade spirit stones and several healing pills. His gaze then returned to the ancient scroll. According to the records, the 9 Revolutions Profound Art(Cultivation Method) contained 9,999 characters, each revolution requiring the comprehension of 1,111 characters. Few in history had mastered it completely. "Time to begin," he whispered, rolling up the scripture. The mountain wind seemed to carry his words into the distance, where countless adventures and tribulations awaited.