Chapter 1009 : Ascension into the Primordial Chaos

The Ascension Guiding Immortal Light [a divine radiance that guides cultivators towards ascension] contained the power of Immortal Domain [the legendary realm of immortals] laws, a certain manifestation of the Immortal Ascension Great Dao [the supreme path of transcending mortality to achieve immortality] within the mortal dust.

For a mortal body to attempt to reach the Immortal Domain by riding the Ascension Guiding Immortal Light was akin to stowing away into that sacred realm, and thus would naturally incur an immense Karmic Burden [a metaphysical debt of cause and effect that must be repaid].

Fortunately, Eldrin Chen's cultivation was astonishing. His Immortal Embryo [the nascent immortal form within a cultivator's body] surged with full power, channeling the energy of Primordial Chaos Immortal Essence [the foundational energy of creation and chaos used by supreme immortals] to shield his companions as they soared upwards along the immortal radiance.

An unknowable span of time later, Eldrin Chen traversed endless, distant cosmic starfields and ascended into a dimension of even more staggering Primordial Chaos [the formless, primordial state before creation].

"This is…"

In a single Ksana-time [an infinitesimal unit of time], Eldrin Chen opened his eyes. He found himself adrift in a void of Primordial Chaos, surrounded on all sides by a seething, boiling sea of stars.

And within his gaze, an incomparably grand and majestic Immortal Domain floated amidst the Primordial Chaos, exuding an ineffable, sacred aura that seemed to embody the very essence of Harlan.

This Immortal Domain was boundless and shoreless, its limits impossible to discern. The Purple Realm [a lower cultivation realm] paled in comparison, akin to a firefly before the sun, likely not even equaling a minuscule corner of its expanse.

"The Immortal Domain!"

Eldrin Chen murmured to himself, a faint intuition stirring within his heart. He followed the path of the Ascension Guiding Immortal Light, moving towards that vast Immortal Domain. This novel is serialized on audio-novel.com (official site). Visit for updates.

Just before he was about to vanish into the Immortal Domain, he turned back for one final glance at the boundless Primordial Chaos.

Within that void, the aura of the Primordial Chaos was ethereal and indistinct. Vaguely, one ancient Immortal Domain after another could be seen rising and falling. As far as his gaze could reach, there seemed to be no end in sight.

"Within the endless Primordial Chaos, three thousand Immortal Domain rise and fall."

"In the legends, it is said the Immortal Realm is composed of three thousand Immortal Domain. So this is what it truly looks like."

The thought had barely formed when they were all drawn by the Ascension Guiding Immortal Light and plunged into that Immortal Domain.

In an instant, the heavens spun and the earth shifted. Eldrin Chen found them in the midst of a deep pool. An intangible Heaven and Earth Will [the collective consciousness and intent of the world itself] swept over them, then quickly withdrew.

A moment later, Eldrin Chen regained his senses. Shielding everyone with his Immortal Essence [the purified, immortal-grade energy of a true immortal], he surged upward with force, landing upon an Immortal Terrace [a platform of jade used for immortal ceremonies and cultivation] crafted from white jade.

At that very moment, a gentle, cultured voice reached them: "The Dragon-Leaping Pool, the Ascension Platform. Congratulations to you, Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for fellow cultivators], on achieving the Dao and Ascending to Immortality."

"Hmm?"

The group looked up to see a man clad in azure robes standing there, watching them with a faint smile.

"An Immortal [a being who has ascended to the celestial realm], and their cultivation is likely at least at the late-stage of the Ascended Immortal realm."

In the span of a single breath, Eldrin Chen had already gauged the other party's strength, and a sliver of calm settled within his heart.

He rose to his feet, gave a slight cupped-hand salute, and spoke with serene composure, "This humble one's Daoist title is Eldrin, the Abyss. These are my Dao companions. Greetings, Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for a fellow cultivator]."

The azure-robed Immortal nodded. His gaze swept over the group, and a measure of his initial casualness faded, replaced by a more considered demeanor.

With newfound courtesy, he smiled and said, "I am Ye Qingshu, a seventh-rank immortal official of the Azure Firmament Immortal Court [the celestial administration governing the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain], and also the reception envoy stationed at this Ascension Platform [a celestial platform where cultivators arrive after transcending the mortal realm]."

"The Azure Firmament Immortal Court."

Upon hearing this, the group exchanged glances of mild surprise.

Eldrin Chen had only just ascended. His knowledge of the Immortal Realm [the vast, higher plane of existence beyond the mortal world] was exceedingly limited, and he naturally had no prior knowledge of this Azure Firmament Immortal Court.

Seeing their reaction, Ye Qingshu continued with a genial smile, "The Azure Firmament Immortal Court is the branch of the Celestial Court [the supreme heavenly administration] within the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain [one of the many vast territories within the Immortal Realm]."

"Within the boundless Primordial Chaos [the formless, primordial state that existed before creation, surrounding and separating realms], the distances between the various Immortal Domain are immeasurably vast. Even an Immortal from the Ascension Immortal Realm [the foundational realm for newly ascended Immortals] might spend tens of thousands of years and still fail to reach another Immortal Domain."

"Therefore, while the Celestial Court [the central governing body of the Immortal World] of the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain [a specific region within the Immortal World] is said to be a branch, it possesses significant autonomy. The Divine Lords and Immortal Officials within are mostly Immortal [a being who has ascended to the Immortal Realm] native to the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain."

Speaking to this point, Sylas Ye smiled and said, "I am the Reception Envoy for the Azure Firmament Immortal Court, and also the Seventh Elder of the Setting Sun Immortal Sect [a powerful immortal sect]."

"I see," Eldrin Chen replied.

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen exchanged a glance with Lyra Jiang.

Wasn't this Azure Firmament Immortal Domain the very Immortal Domain [a vast, self-contained realm within the Immortal World] that Lucian Huanxu had spoken of in the past?

Yet, upon reflection, it was not entirely unexpected. After all, the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain was the closest to the Purple Realm [the mortal cultivation world they ascended from], so their ascension to this particular Immortal Domain was within reason. For the best reading experience, visit audio novel.com.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen suppressed the stirrings in his heart.

The immediate priority was to ascertain his own standing and to understand the power structure and landscape of this Immortal Domain.

He promptly rose to his feet, offering a respectful clasped-fist salute with a smile. "With your cultivation at such a profound level, Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for a fellow cultivator], yet you hold only the position of Seventh Elder. What manner of majestic power must the Setting Sun Immortal Sect be?"

This possessed cultivation at the late-stage Sky-Touching Realm [the first major realm after ascending to immortality], placing him among the pinnacle Immortal of his realm. For such strength to merit only the title of Seventh Elder within the Setting Sun Immortal Sect hinted at a force not to be underestimated.

Noticing his expression, Seraphina Ye gave a slight nod and said, "Once you leave this place, Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for a fellow cultivator], a simple inquiry will reveal the truth, so I see no need for further concealment."

"This place is known as the Setting Sun Sea [a vast expanse of ocean named for the perpetual crimson hues of its twilight], and our Fading Sun Lineage [the dominant power in this region] reigns as its sovereign."

Through Seraphina Ye's explanations, Eldrin Chen gradually came to understand the structure of the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain [a vast realm within the immortal world].

This expanse of ocean, known as the Setting Sun Sea, lies in the southwestern corner of the 'Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea [the Western Qi Divine Abyssal Ocean]' and is a sea composed of thousands upon thousands of Spirit Island [islands imbued with concentrated spiritual energy] and immortal isles.

Within this sea, there are thirty-four immortal sects and clans, each with at least one Ascension Immortal Realm [the foundational stage of true immortality] Immortal [a being who has transcended mortality through cultivation] presiding over them.

Mortal sects are scattered like stars across a chessboard, their numbers virtually beyond counting.

The Setting Sun Immortal Sect holds dominion over the Setting Sun Blessed Land [a land of profound spiritual fortune and power], making it the most formidable force in this entire region.

This lineage boasts more than seventy Immortal Elders [senior, high-ranking members of a sect], and their Ancient Ancestor [the venerable founder or supreme elder of a lineage] possesses cultivation at the lofty Earth Immortal Realm [a powerful stage of immortality], to whom all thirty-plus immortal families and sects must pay tribute.

After listening, Eldrin Chen inquired with curiosity, "May I ask, Fellow Daoist, what is the significance of this Blessed Land?"

"A Blessed Land?"

Sylas Ye's eyes flickered with a subtle light, and he said with a smile, "Although all Immortal Domain [realms of immortals] possess Immortal Spirit Qi [the ethereal energy of celestial beings], the grades of immortal Daoist Assembly Ground [sacred gathering places for cultivators] also have their distinctions."

"As I understand it, there are distinctions such as Immortal Vein [a vein or source of Immortal Spirit Qi], Blessed Land [a land blessed by profound natural laws], and Grotto-Heaven [a celestial cave paradise]."

"The Immortal Vein can nurture Immortal Spirit Qi, offering significant aid to Immortal [a cultivator who has ascended to immortality] cultivation. However, for an Earth Immortal Progenitor [an ancient, foundational Earth Immortal], it is far too thin and utterly insufficient for their cultivation needs."

"Only a Blessed Land can be called profoundly wondrous in its Creation [the act of creation or profound fortune]. Not only does it possess dense Immortal Spirit Qi, but it also contains extremely profound Law Power [the power of cosmic laws], capable of giving birth to all manner of precious and rare immortal treasures."

As Sylas Ye recounted this, a note of pride crept into his voice. "The Setting Sun Blessed Land was formed from an Innate Divine Spirit [a primordial being born of heaven and earth] of the Primordial Era achieving union with the Dao. It retains a trace of that Innate Divine Spirit's innate Dao essence and its Laws of the Dao [the fundamental principles governing reality]."

"Cultivating within it not only allows one to comprehend profound immortal Divine Ability [supernatural powers], but also increases one's chances of a breakthrough to Earth Immortal [the realm of an Earthly Immortal] by a sliver."

Eldrin Chen listened quietly, a look of yearning appearing on his face.

His curiosity piqued, he could not help but ask, "I wonder, what profound mysteries does a Grotto-Heaven, which ranks above a Blessed Land, possess?"

"A Grotto-Heaven?"

Upon hearing this, Sylas Ye's eyes flickered once more. After a moment's pause, he could only shake his head.

His expression held a touch of yearning and aspiration as he spoke, "A Grotto-Heaven [a self-contained, superior realm within a larger world] is exceedingly rare. Even within the vast expanse of the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain, the number of Grotto-Heaven can be counted on one's fingers."

"Across the entire Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea, there exists only a single Grotto-Heaven. Legend names it the 'Western Qi Grotto-Heaven.' For millions of years, it has been held by the Rong Clan, the undisputed hegemon of the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea."

Eldrin Chen listened quietly, gradually grasping the hierarchical distinctions among the various grades of Immortal Vein [a geographical nexus of immense spiritual energy].

An Immortal [a being who has ascended to immortality] may command an Immortal Vein. Only an Earth Immortal [a higher-tier immortal bound to a terrestrial domain] has the potential to possess a Blessed Land [a superior spiritual realm]. And it is the Heaven Immortal [a celestial immortal of the highest order] who is deemed worthy to occupy a Grotto-Heaven.

Such Blessed Land and Grotto-Heaven are objects of envy even for Earth Immortal and Immortal. Without sufficient power, one has no right to even covet them. Find this and other novels at audio novel.com.