Chapter 910 : A Favor from a Terrestrial Deity

"Well done."

Seeing Elara Lin agree, Eldrin Chen nodded with a smile gracing his features.

As the saying goes, when one attains the Path, even their chickens and dogs ascend to heaven. Though Eldrin Chen dared not yet proclaim himself an Immortal, he was akin to a terrestrial deity. The slightest favor bestowed from him was a heaven-sent opportunity for many cultivators.

Since he possessed the capability, Eldrin Chen was naturally generous with his rewards for these juniors.

After rewarding Elara Lin, Eldrin Chen glanced at Silas Chen. His thoughts drifted to Eternal Spread Chen and Caleb Chen from days long past, and a soft sigh escaped him.

The siblings, Silas Chen and his sister, were ones he had personally rescued in their youth. He had watched them grow, making them among his closest kin within the clan.

Now, centuries had flowed by like a river. Caleb Chen's foundation had been slightly weaker, and fortune had not favored him; he had fallen long ago within the Desolate Demon Ridge.

Yet Silas Chen, with his resolute will, had persevered through countless trials to reach this day.

While Silas Chen could not be called a heaven-defying prodigy—his talent seemed unremarkable compared to many Infant Soul Cultivator—his true strength lay in his unwavering determination. It was this steadfast heart that allowed his Path to surpass that of many more naturally gifted True Lord.

Of course, in the eyes of the world, the key to Silas Chen's success was simply being born into the right family, granting him such a transcendent opportunity. Immerse yourself in the complete world at audio novel.com.

After all, in the eyes of many, being born into an exalted power like the Chen Clan is one thing, but to be born during its nascent rise—that is one of the most heaven-defying strokes of fortune within the Purple Seal Realm.

Had Silas Chen been born a few decades earlier, she might never have broken through to the Foundation Establishment realm, likely having perished long ago amidst the Tribulation [the heavenly trials that test cultivators].

Had she been born a few centuries later, she would have been lost among the endless stream of prodigies emerging from the Chen Clan, her achievements likely capped at those of an ordinary True Lord [a title for a cultivator who has reached the Nascent Soul stage].

Yet her birth was neither too early nor too late; it coincided precisely with the dawn of the Chen Clan's ascension, allowing her to become one of the clan's very first Foundation Establishment Cultivator.

Throughout her journey, she has contributed immensely to the clan, serving as one of its crucial pillars for a very long time.

Thus, Silas Chen holds an exceptionally high status within the clan. She has even earned the regard of the clan's few Primordial Spirit Path Lord [a title for a cultivator who has reached the Primordial Spirit stage and mastered a profound cultivation path], who are certain to spare no great cost in nurturing her.

It is precisely for this reason that, while her innate talent may not seem overwhelmingly brilliant, her network of connections and influence far surpasses what any ordinary True Lord could hope to match, paving the way for her even more glorious potential.

In truth, all the senior cultivators of the Chen Clan understand that the several Patriarch will undoubtedly support Silas Chen in her attempt to break through to the Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator, representing a higher stage of cultivation], and none harbor any resentment over this.

For many of the clan's Infant Soul True Lord [True Lords who have formed a Nascent Soul] are juniors whom Silas Chen has personally sheltered and nurtured on their own paths to reach their present heights.

Returning to the matter at hand, Eldrin Chen carefully examined Silas Chen before producing the Six-Six Return to Origin Pill [a rare elixir said to help consolidate one's foundation and return to a state of purity]. "Your foundation is slightly frail," he stated. "You must prepare yourself for multiple attempts to assault the Primordial Spirit realm."

"The Six-Six Return to Origin Pill [a supreme elixir that harmonizes and returns one's foundation to its primordial state] can enhance both the Infant Soul [the nascent spiritual core formed after the Golden Core stage] and the spiritual soul. After consuming it, not only will you be able to smoothly perform the Earth Soul Summoning [a profound technique to manifest and merge with one's terrestrial soul essence], but your foundational cultivation will also experience immense growth."

"Once you break through to the Half-Step Primordial Spirit [a transitional state between the peak of the Nascent Soul realm and the true Primordial Spirit realm], you can attempt to assault the Primordial Spirit [the realm of the primordial, undying spirit] once every two hundred years."

Speaking to this point, Eldrin Chen said with unwavering certainty, "As long as you fortify your will, reflect upon and learn from each attempt to breach the Primordial Spirit, and then leverage a Primordial Spirit Pill [a legendary pill that aids in the formation of the Primordial Spirit] to charge the Primordial Spirit Realm [the realm of the primordial, undying spirit], repeating this process, you should ascend to the Primordial Spirit Realm within three attempts."

"Uncle Eldrin…"

Warmth blossomed in Silas Chen's heart. He accepted the Six-Six Return to Origin Pill and declared, "Silas will not fail your expectations."

"Mm."

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen allowed a faint smile to grace his lips before turning his gaze towards Ethan Chen.

Upon seeing Ethan Chen, Eldrin Chen nodded with satisfaction, a genuine smile spreading across his face.

Among the core cultivators of the Chen Clan, aside from Eldrin Chen himself, Kael Chen possessed the most astonishing Dao-heart [the unwavering will and clarity of purpose essential for cultivation], while Ethan Chen was blessed with the most formidable innate talent.

Since his enlightenment regarding the nature of life and death, Ethan Chen's comprehension of the cultivation path had grown increasingly profound over the years.

During the six-hundred-year-long Demonic Abyss Cataclysm, Ethan Chen fought relentlessly on the front lines. Though he lacked the power to intervene in battles at the Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator] realm and above, he participated in over seven hundred engagements, both major and minor, throughout the conflict.

Amidst the unending tide of war, he repeatedly teetered on the brink of life and death, enduring trials of unprecedented intensity. Through this crucible, he grasped a sliver of the profound mystery of life itself, comprehending the legendary Arcane Power of Vitality [a profound power derived from the essence of life and vitality].

While this Arcane Power of Vitality may not rival the Seed of Life [a legendary spiritual object containing the essence of life] possessed by Eldrin Chen, it is nonetheless a profound power born from confronting death, ranking among the superior forces within the myriad Primordial Spirit Art [arts and techniques that utilize the power of the Primordial Spirit].

It was precisely for this reason that Eldrin Chen held Ethan Chen in such high regard, believing that even if he did not attain immortality in the future, he would still become a peerless figure of the same caliber as Long River Path Lord.

With this thought in mind, Eldrin Chen pondered briefly before speaking. "I can bestow upon you one of two potential opportunities. You may choose between them."

Ethan Chen was momentarily taken aback, then inquired, "Please, Uncle, elucidate them for me." Access the full story on site: audio-novel.com.

"Very well," Eldrin Chen nodded and began to explain. "The first: I can grant you one portion each of a Primordial Spirit Pill [a pill that aids in the breakthrough to the Primordial Spirit realm] and a Six-Six Return to Origin Pill [a rare pill that helps consolidate one's foundation and return to a state of primal purity]."

"With your foundational strength, supplemented by the Primordial Spirit Pill and the Six-Six Return to Origin Pill, a breakthrough to the Primordial Spirit realm would be virtually assured."

Ethan Chen nodded in understanding. This path was likely the optimal choice, promising a breakthrough to the Primordial Spirit Realm within a century.

Yet, he understood that since Eldrin Chen had mentioned two paths, the second opportunity likely held value not inferior to that of the Six-Six Return to Origin Pill and the Primordial Spirit Pill.

With this thought, he promptly inquired, "May I ask, Patriarch [a venerable title for a senior clan leader or powerful cultivator], what is the nature of this second path?"

"The second path," Eldrin Chen replied with serene composure, "concerns your own Great Path [the ultimate cultivation journey and personal dao one pursues]."

He continued in a low, measured tone, "This second opportunity, should you obtain it, might allow you to comprehend the legendary Arcane Power of Annihilation [a profound and destructive magical force representing the principle of extinction]."

"Oh?"

Upon hearing this, Ethan Chen felt a surge of joy in his heart. He had already mastered the legendary Arcane Power of Vitality [a profound and life-giving magical force representing the principle of creation]. If he could now grasp the Arcane Power of Annihilation, he could fuse them into the Life and Annihilation Magical Power [a supreme magical power born from the fusion of creation and destruction].

That Life and Annihilation Magical Power was profoundly mysterious, containing the secrets of the birth and death of all living things. Among all types of magical power, it was considered top-tier; its potency likely would not be inferior to supreme powers like the Samadhi True Flame [a legendary, purifying flame of immense power].

Once he accomplished this step, Ethan Chen's combat prowess would increase dramatically. In the future, he would likely rank among the very best of his peers even within the Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core realm of a high-level cultivator].

Thinking this, Ethan Chen did not hesitate. He immediately prostrated himself before Eldrin Chen and declared, "My lifelong pursuit, Ethan, is the immortal Great Path, not temporary achievements. I beseech you, Patriarch, to tell me where this second opportunity lies."

"Well said."

Eldrin Chen had long anticipated Ethan Chen's choice.

Therefore, he nodded, then stood up and said, "Return and consolidate your cultivation. After the Tribulation [a powerful divine ability] lecture, I will take you to seek the location of the opportunity."

"..."

After making arrangements regarding the breakthrough of several clan members to the Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core realm of a cultivator] realm, Eldrin Chen watched them depart.

Once everyone had left, Eldrin Chen did not linger at Green Chariot Mountain. He immediately returned to the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire.

Now, Eldrin Chen had also broken through to the Primordial Spirit Mid Stage [the middle stage of the Primordial Spirit realm] for some years. It was time to advance his Lifebound Spiritual Treasure [a magical treasure bound to a cultivator's life and soul] to the Sixth Rank Superior Grade [the highest grade of the sixth rank]. For the best reading experience, visit audio . novel . com.