Chapter 959 : Purifying the Blood Spring's Corruption

And Eldrin Chen had guided him here to slay the Blood Demon Ancient Ancestor precisely so that he might emulate the deeds of the ancient Compassionate Ferry Daoist, to purify this boundless miasma of corruption for the sake of the Purple Realm's very heavens and earth.

This miasma of the Purple Realm is a supreme poison to the world itself; its festering within the Blood Spring is akin to stagnant, corrupted blood within a living body.

Initially, this was a minor ailment. Yet, as the Purple Realm was cast adrift into the void, its wounds festered ever deeper, and this stagnant corruption multiplied without end.

The Demon Abyss Heavenly Scar of the Purple Realm has remained unhealed, torn open anew with each passing Millennium, and this pool of corruption is one of the key reasons why.

If the stagnant blood within this Eastern Wastes Blood Spring is not either expelled or transformed, the wound will fester like bone-deep rot, forever beyond true remedy.

Today, Eldrin Chen sent him here for this very purpose: to enact a final cure upon the Eastern Wastes Blood Spring, to purify its turbid energies and foul miasma completely.

In principle, any cultivator within this world who practices the Pure Yang Dao Method possesses the capability to purify such corruption.

Yet this Eastern Sea Blood Spring is a place of unparalleled foulness, its depths churning with the boundless power of the Blood Sea.

Low-ranking cultivators cannot even enter its domain. And while a high-ranking expert might purify a portion, their efforts are but a drop in the ocean compared to the vastness of the Blood Sea.

Within the Purple Realm, only two individuals possess the power to undertake this transformation. Those two are Eldrin Chen and Lyra Jiang. Visit audio‑novel.com to enjoy the complete series.

Both of them cultivated the Primordial Chaos Mana [a supreme cultivation art that allows the manipulation of primordial energies], enabling them to transform various kinds of Secret Power [the fundamental laws and energies that govern the universe]. If they were to expend tens of thousands of years, it was indeed possible to convert the Blood Spring [a fount of corrupted, blood-tainted spiritual energy] into a pure source of Yin [the passive, dark, and feminine cosmic principle] energy.

Unfortunately, the cataclysm of the Purple Realm [a major cultivation realm] was not completely resolved. To prevent the Extraterrestrial Demon God [powerful demonic entities from beyond this world] from being driven to desperate measures, neither Eldrin Chen nor Lyra Jiang could afford to delay for such an immense span of time.

Under these circumstances, Sylas Ye became the most suitable candidate.

He possessed the Pure Yang Dao Body [a supreme physique of pure Yang energy], one of the world's most pristine Supreme Dao Constitution [a body perfectly attuned to the fundamental Dao]. It could purify all manner of evil karma and obstructions, and could also subdue various types of Baleful Qi [malevolent and destructive spiritual energy] and foul miasmas.

Furthermore, Sylas Ye was of the Five Spiritual Roots [an affinity for all five elemental spiritual energies]. Although his comprehension talent was far inferior to Eldrin Chen's, and even fell short of Alistair Lu's, he was a man of great wisdom appearing as simplicity. As the years passed, his comprehension of Secret Power grew increasingly swift.

Even though the rejection faced when comprehending multiple Secret Power became greater after breaking through to the Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core realm of a high-level cultivator], there remained a sliver of possibility for him to grasp five different Secret Power.

Choosing him to undertake the purification of the Eastern Wastes Blood Spring [a legendary, vast, and corrupted blood spring located in the Eastern Wastes] was, without a doubt, one of the most fitting decisions.

At this moment, Sylas Ye made a great vow [a solemn, karmically-binding oath]: he would not ascend to immortality until the Blood Spring was cleansed. Instantly, he was bolstered by an infinite tide of heaven and earth's fortune [the metaphysical luck and favor of the world].

Empowered thus, Sylas Ye attained a state akin to the unity of man and heaven. The speed at which he comprehended Secret Power increased severalfold, and he actually began to feel a measure of confidence in his ability to grasp five different Secret Power.

"Cultivation values fate and opportunity. Secluding oneself in relentless meditation does not guarantee great advancement."

"This master is preparing to enter seclusion for Comprehending Laws [the profound meditation to understand the fundamental principles of reality]. There is one matter you shall handle in my stead."

Sylas Ye closed his eyes, and the parting words of Eldrin Chen suddenly resurfaced in his mind. Tears welled up and streamed from his eyes.

"So it was for my sake... my Master was scheming to secure for me an opportunity to comprehend the Dao [the fundamental path to enlightenment]."

He then prostrated himself towards the direction of Verdant Chariot Mountain, his voice grave and solemn as he vowed, "This disciple will not fail the trust placed in me. I shall purify the Blood Spring [a mystical spring tainted by malevolent energies] until its waters run clear and pure."

"For as long as a single day passes without achieving this, I shall not ascend to immortality!"

At that very moment, far away within the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire, Eldrin Chen slowly opened his eyes.

He cast a glance towards the direction of the Eastern Wilderness and the Blood Sea [a vast, crimson ocean of malevolent energy], giving a slight, approving nod.

Thalion Chen witnessed this and could not help but speak. "Sylas Ye is a fine young man—steady of heart and noble of character."

"With this opportunity and the blessing of heaven and earth's fortune, his cultivation will surely advance by leaps and bounds."

"Within a single Millennium [a grand cycle of one thousand years], he should reach the Ninth Layer Nascent Soul [the pinnacle stage of the Nascent Soul realm]. Within two Millennium, he ought to comprehend five types of Secret Power [esoteric and profound abilities derived from understanding the Dao]."

Eldrin Chen nodded, then shook his head and said, "However, the power of the Blood Spring is difficult to purify completely. I fear that even within tens of thousands of years, or before his lifespan is exhausted, he may not necessarily be able to ascend to immortality."

"With his level of comprehension, attempting to cultivate the Great Luo Foundation would be nothing short of a fool's dream. That you have sought out this opportunity for him shows you have done your utmost."

Thalion Chen shook his head and spoke, "The deeper my cultivation goes, the more I understand the paramount importance of a solid foundation."

"My current level of cultivation can be considered rare in this mortal realm, yet because my foundation in the early years was insufficient, even if I were to pay a thousandfold price now, it would be impossible for me to transcend and become an immortal."

"The day will come when his cultivation reaches greater heights, and he will understand just how crucial the opportunity you have sought for him today truly is."

"I hope that is so." Dive deeper into the Dao at https://audio-novel.com.

Eldrin Chen smiled, a flicker of anticipation stirring within him as well.

Over the course of several Millennium of cultivation, Eldrin Chen had taken only two true disciples: Sylas Ye and Alistair Lu. As for others like Caspian Chen and Lana Gu, they could only be considered half-disciples at best.

Between these two, Alistair Lu possessed the Four Symbols Dao Body and cultivated the Four Symbols Dao Scripture created by Eldrin Chen, which meant he could not inherit Eldrin Chen's true Dao lineage.

The sole true inheritor of Eldrin Chen's Dao lineage was, in fact, only Sylas Ye.

In comparison, no matter how close others may be, they cannot inherit the Eldrin Chen's Dao lineage [the complete system of cultivation methods and philosophical teachings passed down by a master]. Unless they achieve immortality and ascend to the Dao, they will ultimately return to dust one day, leaving behind only heartache and sorrow.

"This is the last thing I can do for him."

"Alas, I hope that one day, I may see him again in the Immortal Realm."

Eldrin Chen sighed softly and could not help but shake his head.

From now on, he would focus on comprehending the myself Immortal Dao [the supreme path leading to eternal life and divine power]. Even after achieving immortality, he would need to assist his Dao companions. As for his disciples and followers, the help he could offer them ended here.

"After attaining immortality, I should leave behind some Deep-Seated Foundation for the clan and for my disciples."

Eldrin Chen murmured to himself once more, then after a moment shook his head with a wry smile. "Enough. The day of ascension has not yet arrived. What is the point of dwelling on such thoughts now?"

"Old Granduncle, I am preparing to enter seclusion to comprehend the Heavenly Fire Law. I must trouble you, Old Granduncle, to stand guard for me."

Time flowed swiftly, and three cycles of a Jiazi-time [one Jiazi-time equals sixty years] passed in the blink of an eye.

In what seemed like another moment, the day for Eldrin Chen to emerge from seclusion arrived. On this day, Eldrin Chen opened his eyes from deep meditation, a faint smile gracing his features.

"At last, it is complete."

Gazing at the pure golden flame before him, Eldrin Chen murmured softly to himself.

Hovering before Eldrin Chen was a flame of unparalleled brilliance, radiant as a miniature sun, perfectly spherical and flawless.

Within it, countless Laws of the Dao [the fundamental principles governing reality] intertwined and danced, each strand possessing the power to incinerate all things.

"The Celestial Fire of Pure Yang [a supreme flame embodying the ultimate essence of the sun and positive cosmic energy]," Thalion Chen whispered, his voice filled with awe and elation as he beheld the manifestation of the Flame Law.

This Celestial Fire of Pure Yang was overwhelmingly potent. Even with Eldrin Chen restraining its full might, the mere fraction of power it radiated was sufficient to pierce through an entire continent.

Thalion Chen sensed that if this immortal flame were unleashed in its entirety, it could likely evaporate a vast ocean spanning millions of Li-lengths [one Li-length equals five hundred meters], transforming it into a barren desert.

Even a Nine Heavens Immortal Demon [a powerful demonic entity of the highest realms] would undoubtedly perish if refined by this fire.

Though his heart trembled at the thought, Thalion Chen could not help but ask, his voice tinged with disbelief, "Has it truly succeeded?" Support the author by reading on audio-novel .c om.