Chapter 975 : A Forged Destiny in Divine Iron

After recounting the events of the past, the Void-Refining Immortal cast a glance at Eldrin Chen and said with a smile, "I perceive within you a trace of a formidable Sword Intent [a cultivator's concentrated will and concept of the sword, given tangible form] lying dormant."

"This Sword Intent burns with the fury of Ignatius's heaven-scorching flames, possessing a power that seems capable of rending the very sky and earth asunder. It must be the legendary Violet Flame Immortal Gold [a divine metal forged and tempered within immortal-grade violet flames]."

"If that is so, then the divination performed by This Venerable One all those years ago was indeed correct."

The Void-Refining Immortal revealed a faint smile. With a flick of his sleeve, he summoned forth the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron [a primordial ore of immense density and power, born from the heart of the abyss] and presented it to Eldrin Chen, saying, "Should you forge this Abyssal Depths Divine Iron into an Immortal Sword, it would form a perfect pair with the Violet Flame Immortal Sword."

"If the two swords could be united in harmony, our chances of quelling the great calamity would increase significantly."

Eldrin Chen accepted the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron with utmost care, his expression one of solemn gravity. "Senior, you spent tens of thousands of years nurturing this single piece of Abyssal Depths Divine Iron without fear or complaint. For me to receive it so freely... I feel deeply unworthy of such a gift."

"Hahaha!"

The Void-Refining Immortal laughed heartily, his demeanor one of profound detachment. "This Abyssal Depths Divine Iron was cast into exile alongside the Purple Realm. Not even This Venerable One could locate its whereabouts. This clearly shows the treasure and I were not fated to be united."

"Entrusting it to you is simply putting it to its proper use."

"My only hope is that, having received this treasure, you will succeed in forging an Immortal Sword and use it to pacify the great calamity. In doing so, you would repay on my behalf the nurturing grace I received from the Purple Realm." Support the author by reading on http://www . audio-novel.com.

Eldrin Chen listened quietly until he finished speaking, then bowed respectfully with cupped hands and said, "Senior, this Abyssal Depths Divine Iron [a legendary metal forged in the deepest abysses] is of immense use to this junior."

"Should our paths cross in the Immortal Realm [the higher plane of existence where ascended immortals reside] one day, I will surely repay this kindness."

The Void-Refining Immortal [an immortal title signifying mastery over the void] offered a noncommittal smile, choosing not to dwell on the topic.

He then lifted his gaze towards the depths of the Endless Void [the infinite, starless expanse between realms], as if seeing the Demonic Abyss [a chasm of pure demonic energy] that shrouded the Purple Realm [a major cultivation world]. A shadow of solemnity passed over his brow.

"The calamitous aura [a foreboding energy presaging great disaster] surrounding the Purple Realm grows ever more profound. Overcoming it will likely be no easy feat."

"That Extraterrestrial Demon God [a powerful demonic entity from beyond this world] is probably growing restless. To prevent it from launching a desperate, all-out assault, you must prepare yourself sooner rather than later."

Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly for a moment before he nodded. "Rest assured, Senior. I will deal with the Extraterrestrial Demon God with my full strength."

"Hmm, very well." The Void-Refining Immortal gave a nod, his tone tinged with regret. "It is a pity that This Venerable One [a formal and powerful self-referential term used by high-ranking cultivators] cannot locate the spatial coordinates of the Purple Realm. Otherwise, I would surely descend to lend you my aid."

As the Void-Refining Immortal spoke these words, his form began to gradually dissipate.

Ever since his true self ascended to the Immortal Realm, this wisp of divine sense [a fragment of conscious spiritual energy] had become a rootless duckweed. From the very moment it awakened, it could not linger for long.

Now that its mission was accomplished, this wisp of divine sense incarnation had no further reason to exist.

Void-Refining Immortal [a title for an immortal who has mastered the art of refining the void] nodded at Eldrin Chen, unable to suppress a smile as he said, "The Immortal Realm [the higher plane of existence where immortals reside] holds countless Immortal Domains [specific realms or territories within the Immortal Realm]. It is not certain that you and I will ascend to the same one."

"But once one achieves immortality, one gains a lifespan as enduring as heaven and earth. I believe our paths will cross again one day."

"I hope that when we meet again, you will bring me the good news that the Purple Realm [a specific realm or world] remains safe and sound."

"Set your heart at ease, Senior," Eldrin Chen replied with a firm nod. "So long as I am here, the Purple Realm will not fall."

"Then I can rest assured."

Seeing this solemn vow, Void-Refining Immortal's incarnation finally offered a faint, final smile before dissolving into motes of light that scattered like dust on the wind within the vast Grand Hall.

Only after the divine sense of Void-Refining Immortal had completely faded did Eldrin Chen gather his thoughts once more.

His gaze swept across the immense Grand Hall, then settled on Dorian Ji. "This Eastern Sea Abyssal Eye [a profound and powerful spiritual site located in the Eastern Sea]," he stated, "was left behind by Senior Void-Refining in ages past. By right, it should belong to the lineage of the Ji Clan."

Upon hearing this, Dorian Ji offered a slight, appreciative smile and did not voice any polite refusal.

This Eastern Sea Abyssal Eye was left behind by Void-Refining Immortal, and thus has always been deeply connected to the Ji Clan.

Furthermore, its grade has reached the Quasi-Immortal tier, making it a supreme treasure ground even for the Ji Immortal Clan, so naturally, they had no reason to refuse it.

Having acquired a top-tier Daoist Assembly Ground within the Purple Realm, Dorian Ji felt quite pleased. In good spirits, he looked towards Eldrin Chen and then at the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron in his hand, saying:

"This Abyssal Depths Divine Iron is an immortal-grade iron from the Nine Heavens [the highest celestial realms], notoriously difficult to refine. Are you confident you can smelt it?"

"I have some confidence." Eldrin Chen nodded, gazing at the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron. "I have cultivated the Pure Yang Celestial Fire Law [a supreme cultivation art of pure yang celestial fire], which should be sufficient to refine this Abyssal Depths Divine Iron."

"However, refining immortal iron is no easy task. It will likely require a secluded, life-or-death retreat for several years. During that time, I will not emerge unless a calamity of heaven-shaking proportions occurs." This chapter is provided by audio-novel-dot-com. Support the original.

Dorian Ji clasped his hands behind his back and nodded. "Refine it with peace of mind. The human path [the way of righteous cultivation and civilization] is currently flourishing within the Purple Realm, and there should be no major disturbances."

"Then I am reassured…"

After bidding farewell to Dorian Ji, Eldrin Chen did not linger in the Eastern Sea Cultivation World. He returned to the Eastern Wastelands that very day.

Upon his return to the Eastern Wastelands, Eldrin Chen proceeded directly to the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire.

Not long after, Lyra Jiang and Thalion Chen arrived upon hearing the news, unable to contain their concern as they asked, "How did the journey fare?"

"The Void-Refining Immortal had long foreseen this calamity and prepared a piece of Abyssal Depths Divine Iron [a legendary metal forged in the deepest, most profound abyss] for me."

Eldrin Chen stated immediately, carefully retrieving the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron.

Seeing this, Old Granduncle could not suppress his elation and exclaimed, "With this Abyssal Depths Divine Iron, the advancement of your Heavenly River Flood Water Sword [a divine sword embodying the power of a celestial river's deluge] finally has hope!"

"Indeed."

Lyra Jiang also nodded, then said with a smile, "The immediate priority is to refine this Abyssal Depths Divine Iron. Let me lend you my aid."

"There is no need for that. Your own cultivation should be your foremost concern."

However, Thalion Chen shook his head and spoke, "I shall assist you instead. I can channel the power of the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire [a legendary sea of eternal, imprisoning flames] to bolster your efforts."

"The power of the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire..."

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen pondered briefly. Refining immortal-grade metal was no simple feat. Although he possessed the Pure Yang Celestial Flame [a sacred flame of pure yang energy], his own Mana [the spiritual energy cultivated and wielded by practitioners] was insufficient.

Without external aid, it was likely he would require a full Millennium [a period of one thousand years] to refine the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron [a legendary metal forged in the deepest, most profound abysses].

However, the Old Patriarch's Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator] was anchored within the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire [a vast, churning ocean of eternal flame], allowing him to channel the power of that infernal realm to lend his assistance.

With Old Granduncle mobilizing the Fire Essence Power [the concentrated, primordial energy of fire] of the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire to aid him, Eldrin Chen's Mana [the spiritual energy cultivated and wielded by practitioners] became nearly inexhaustible, and the potency of his Pure Yang Celestial Flame [a divine flame embodying the purest essence of the sun] increased dramatically, greatly accelerating the refinement of the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron.

In contrast, while Lyra Jiang's Samadhi Truefire [a profound, meditative flame born from deep spiritual concentration] was also extraordinary, it had not yet touched the realm of Laws of the Dao [the fundamental principles governing reality], so her assistance would likely be limited.

Contemplating this, Eldrin Chen nodded and said, "Let us proceed according to Old Granduncle's plan."

With Thalion Chen's aid secured, Eldrin Chen immediately set about refining the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron.

He employed his Celestial Fire of Pure Yang, further empowered by the might of the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire, and began the arduous, day-and-night task of tempering the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron.

Thus, time flowed swiftly by, and in the blink of an eye, three hundred years had passed.

Until this day, deep within a Seclusion Chamber [a chamber designed for undisturbed meditation and cultivation] in the heart of the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire, Eldrin Chen gazed at the Treasure Furnace [a specialized furnace for forging magical treasures] before him, his expression one of profound gravity.

Within the Treasure Furnace before him lay a single, radiant Sword Embryo [the nascent, unformed spirit of a sword treasure], alongside a mass of liquid, Abyssal Azure [a deep, mysterious shade of blue, like the heart of a midnight ocean] material.

That liquid substance was precisely what Eldrin Chen had spent three hundred years refining from the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron [a legendary metal forged in the deepest, most profound abysses].

Now that the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron had been refined, the most critical step remained: fusing it with the Heavenly River Flood Water Sword [a divine blade said to channel the power of the celestial river's deluge].

The words simply refused to flow today, my head aching from the struggle. This chapter was wrung out with sheer effort, truly stuck in the mire. Consider this one update owed. Dive deeper into the Dao at site: audio-novel.com.