Chapter 959 Taiyin Immortal Jade

That Netherlotus Demonic Aegis was the signature divine ability of the Demonic Lotus, its defensive power far surpassing all manner of spiritual treasures. Now that the Demonic Lotus had stolen nether qi, its cultivation had surged to the Half-Immortal realm. When unleashed, its power actually rivaled that of a near-immortal supreme treasure.

Yet even so, it still seemed insufficient to contend against Eldrin's Primordial Chaos Giant Hand.

This Chaos Primordial Hand was an immortal-grade divine ability. With Eldrin (Person Name) expending his magic power without reservation, it was as if a celestial demon from the highest heavens had struck personally, instantly crushing the Nether Lotus Demonic Aura into nothingness.

"Pfft—"

His innate divine ability was shattered, and Devil Lotus immediately vomited a mouthful of rebellious blood.

He cast a terrified glance at Eldrin and instantly realized this foe was beyond his strength to confront. Seizing the opportunity as the Nether Lotus shattered, he fled for his life.

"You cannot escape."

Eldrin murmured, his voice descending like the 9 Heavens Divinity descending upon the mortal realm. Without resorting to mystical arts or engaging in combat, he took a single step forward, suppressing the past with nothing but his bare hands.

Though the Demonic Lotus was formidable, its cultivation had yet to reach completion—how could it possibly rival a physique of immortal ascension, unparalleled across millennia?

With a single palm strike, Eldrin sent the Black Lotus flying backward in an instant.

Not only that, the remaining force of that palm continued to press down toward the figure in the blue robe, intent on completely suppressing the demonic lotus.

The Demonic Lotus had secretly crossed over into the Nethersea by borrowing the physical form of Elder Qingxu, its primordial spirit taking refuge within the elder’s body.

Now, Eldrin’s palm strike was unstoppable. If the Demonic Lotus were struck by it, both its physical form and primordial spirit would likely be reduced to calamity ashes.

"Damn it!"

In the blink of an eye, the Demonic Lotus did not hesitate in the slightest. Instantly abandoning its physical form, its primordial spirit transformed into a streak of black light and shot toward the depths of the void.

In that very instant, Lyra (Person Name), who had been observing from the sidelines, snapped her eyes open and unleashed a 5-colored divine light. With a swift flash, it enveloped his primordial spirit.

"Just waiting for you!"

Eldrin let out a cold sneer, sweeping his sleeve to gather the Verdant Abyss Ancestor’s physical form. Then, he unleashed the Pure Yang Celestial Fire, reducing the demonic lotus to a scattering of calamitous ashes.

After slaying the Demonic Lotus, Eldrin stored away the Black Lotus before turning his gaze to the remains of Ancestor Green Abyss.

"You've finally done it."

At that very moment, a sliver of consciousness stirred deep within the remains of Eldrin the Ancient.

The former Thanatos the God-Feller (Person Name) seemed to have returned from the netherworld, gazing at Eldrin (Person Name) with a trace of serene smile, his eyes also carrying a hint of mirth.

He gave a slight nod and remarked with considerable satisfaction, "Having forged an immortal body in the mortal realm, you are no weaker than the esteemed Elder Donghuang in his prime."

"And your path has yet to reach its end—it seems you truly are the 1 destined to quell this calamity."

"Senior..."

Eldrin's heart trembled with a mixture of exhilaration and excitement, yet in the blink of an eye, a chilling dread washed over him.

The Ancestor of the Azure Ruins was gradually dissolving into motes of light, reverting into boundless primordial essence as he returned to the embrace of heaven and earth.

Noticing the expression on Eldrin’s face, Thanatos the God-Feller nodded calmly and said in a composed tone, “Do not worry, and do not grieve.”

"We cultivators, born between heaven and earth, shall return to heaven and earth upon death—this is but our destined homecoming."

Elder Qingxu gazed at the 2 with utter serenity and tranquility, stating, "The Demonic Lotus has borrowed my vessel to siphon the Nether Qi from the Violet Realm, seeking to condense a 'Taiyin Divine Origin' within me."

"This is a celestial-grade treasure. If a female cultivator consumes it, she can increase her chances of attaining the Dao Fruit by 20 percent."

"After my physical body transforms into the Dao, you may take it back. Perhaps it could help the Purple Realm gain another immortal, adding some certainty to quelling the impending calamity."

"Senior..."

Eldrin's hands trembled as he summoned overwhelming magical power, desperately attempting to reverse the Ancestor of Azure Ruins' dissolution into the Dao.

Yet mortals have their limits, and even the undying, eternal immortals ultimately face deeds beyond their reach.

Even with power unrivaled throughout the ages and an immortal physique forged through 10 1000 calamities, Eldrin remained powerless to reverse the Grand Elder of Azure Ruins' dissolution into the Dao.

"Do not grieve, do not sorrow."

"I have fallen for many years, and now I am but a wisp of lingering obsession revived. In the end, I shall still return to dust."

Elder Qingxu murmured softly, and after a long while, he sighed, "If you truly feel remorse, then treat Qing Ji (Person Name) with genuine care. Only then will you not betray the hopes I have held in my heart."

The azure light rain drifted down like scattered petals, ethereal and magnificent, swirling like a river of stars across the boundless darkness. It became the most dazzling radiance this endless netherworld had witnessed in hundreds of millions of years.

Alas, within the vast expanse of the Endless Nether, aside from Eldrin and his companion, none were fated to witness this magnificent feat of the supreme primordial spirit attaining enlightenment.

Eldrin stood atop the peak, quietly watching the fading rain of light that had filled the sky. An inexplicable weight settled in his heart, accompanied by a profound sense of solitude and loneliness.

The predecessors and old friends of bygone days had departed 1 by 1, until now there remained no 1 with whom he could converse while harboring a heart of reverence.

"Do not be sad."

Lyra (Person Name) silently leaned against his chest, gripping his hand tightly. "You still have me by your side."

Hmph!

Eldrin nodded without another word, though I felt his hand tighten around mine.

After Patriarch Qingxu dissolved into the Dao, a 'Taiyin Immortal Origin' remained where he vanished. This 'Taiyin Immortal Origin', also known as the 'Taiyin Immortal Jade', was a manifestation of the primordial forces of Yin and Yang from heaven and earth.

Even in a vast major world, it might take a million years to give birth to a single 1, making it a rare treasure even for Immortals.

The Outer Realm Demon God paid a tremendous price to obtain a juvenile Immortal-grade Demon Lotus. Using the body of the Ancient Ruins Ancestor as a vessel, it bypassed the heavenly laws of the Violet Realm to descend upon the Nethersea—all for the purpose of stealing the Primordial Yin essence of the Violet Realm.

The ‘Lunar Immortal Origin’ within the Ancient Ruins Ancestor was formed after the Demonic Lotus stole a vast amount of the ‘Pure Yin Essence’ from the Violet Realm. It could be said that this act had inflicted immense damage upon the foundational power of the Endless Netherworld.

Moreover, the Demonic Lotus had not yet taken that final step in time, for had he broken through the boundaries of immortality and demonic power, he would surely have devoured a large portion of the Primordial Yin essence of the Violet Realm.

Should this demonic lotus succeed, it would not only break through to become an ancient Netherfiend, but its cultivation would also advance by leaps and bounds, reaching at least the third level of the Ascension Realm. Its power would far surpass that of ordinary newly-ascended immortals.

Moreover, this action would completely disrupt the balance of Yin and Yang in the Violet Realm, severely depleting its foundational essence.

At this thought, Eldrin picked up the Lunar Immortal Jade and declared, "This object contains the pure Yin essence of heaven and earth, sufficient to help you achieve the Dao Fruit of Immortality."

"Better leave it for Eldrin and the others."

Lyra shook her head and spoke, "With foundations like yours and mine, attaining immortality is no great challenge. Though Qingji possesses the makings of an immortal, she ultimately falls short of our caliber."

"With the aid of this artifact, their chances of attaining immortality should increase substantially."

Eldrin pondered briefly before ceasing his insistence.

He gave a slight nod and said, "In the past, Senior Qingxu fell for my sake. Now, granting this Lunar Immortal Jade to Huaixu can be considered a form of recompense."