Chapter 1012 : A Generous Offer and a New Quest

Considering this, Xander Qian stroked his beard and chuckled, "In that case, this old man shall await Fellow Daoist's good news."

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod. He retrieved three Immortal Source [a rare, condensed essence of immortal energy used for cultivation and high-level transactions] from his robes and said, "This endeavor succeeded thanks to Fellow Daoist's guidance. Please accept these Immortal Source as a token of my gratitude."

Xander Qian's eyes flickered. Immortal Source were exceptionally precious, capable of not only advancing an Immortal's cultivation but also serving as a high-value currency.

This information was not exclusive; many Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator, a high cultivation realm] in the Setting Sun Sea were aware of it. For Eldrin Chen to offer three Immortal Source was a gesture of considerable generosity.

Thus, he did not refuse. Accepting the Immortal Source, he smiled and said, "This old Daoist shall accept without further ceremony. When Fellow Daoist establishes your Daoist Assembly Ground [a sacred site where a Daoist master gathers disciples and establishes their legacy], I shall certainly come personally to offer my congratulations."

"Then I shall personally deliver the invitation," Eldrin replied.

Having obtained the desired intelligence, Eldrin Chen did not linger. He departed Verdant Rock Island immediately.

No sooner had they left Verdant Rock Island than Lila could not help but ask, "Are we truly going to the Crimson Dragon Sea Region to assault a Spirit Island [an island rich in spiritual energy] occupied by Demonic Monsters?"

Eldrin Chen did not answer immediately, understanding Lila's unspoken concern.

He possessed Primordial Essence [the fundamental, untainted energy of creation], which could be refined into supreme treasures like an Acquired Immortal Root [a legendary spiritual foundation that can elevate one's innate potential]. This chapter is provided by (audio-novel.com). Support the original.

The environment of the Immortal Realm [a higher plane of existence] differs from the mortal world. If an Acquired Immortal Root [a spiritual root that has ascended to immortal grade] takes root within the Immortal Realm, it can draw upon the primordial Qi [the fundamental energy of creation] present in the Immortal Domain [a region within the Immortal Realm] and transform it into Immortal Spirit Qi [immortal-grade spiritual energy] to fuel their cultivation.

It can be said that with just a single Acquired Spiritual Root [a spiritual root that has been nurtured to a high grade], they could artificially create an Immortal Vein [a locus of immortal-grade spiritual energy].

Therefore, for them, it was entirely possible to avoid provoking the local deities and simply find an island to elevate into an Immortal Vein on their own.

However, Eldrin Chen did not choose that path. He merely shook his head thoughtfully and said, "We have just arrived in this Immortal Domain. To establish ourselves here and avoid being looked down upon, we must demonstrate a measure of our capabilities."

"Furthermore, while the Setting Sun Sea [a sea region within the Immortal Realm] is safe, it is overseen by an Earth Immortal Progenitor [a powerful immortal who has mastered earthly laws]. If we were to elevate an Immortal Vein within his territory, it would inevitably draw his attention."

Eldrin Chen elaborated, his gaze turning towards the Crimson Dragon Sea Region. "In contrast, the Crimson Dragon Sea [a sea region named after a fallen dragon] has no Earth Immortal Progenitor overseeing it. It is relatively remote, allowing us more room to maneuver."

Upon hearing this, Verdant Consort and Lyra Jiang both nodded slightly in agreement.

The Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea [a vast oceanic region in the Immortal Realm] encompasses over three thousand sea regions. Yet, the powers within most are deeply entrenched, having been established for hundreds of thousands, even millions, of years. Many regions are anchored by Earth Immortal Blessed Land [sanctuaries of immense power that stabilize the local fortune].

A place like the Crimson Dragon Sea, where the Crimson Dragon Ancient Ancestor [the progenitor who once ruled the region] fell thirty thousand years ago, has seen its Immortal Vein change hands multiple times since. Even if we were to conquer one, the surrounding powers would likely view it as just another shift in the turbulent tides of that region.

Having reached this conclusion, Verdant Consort stated, "Let us first seize an Immortal Vein, securing a Daoist Assembly Ground [a sacred site for cultivation and gathering] for our practice. We can discuss elevating a Spiritual Root [a source of spiritual energy] afterward."

Eldrin Chen steeled his resolve and immediately set off towards the Crimson Dragon Sea.

The Immortal Domain [the vast realm where immortals reside] was boundless and immense; even two neighboring seas were separated by an immeasurably vast distance.

The group flew for a full month before finally traversing the endless ocean and arriving at the edge of the Crimson Dragon Sea Region.

Gazing at the Crimson Dragon Sea Region ahead, Lyra Jiang asked, "That is the Crimson Dragon Sea before us. Which of the Immortal Island [islands imbued with immortal energy and spiritual veins] should we target?"

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen immediately unfurled a map to study.

After a moment's examination, a plan formed in his mind. Pointing at the map, he declared, "Within the Crimson Dragon Sea Region, the Divine Spirits, the Demon Immortal [demonic beings who have attained immortality], and the Human Race Immortal [human cultivators who have ascended to immortality] stand in a three-way stalemate."

"Of these sixteen Immortal Island, our Human Race Immortal hold only three. The Divine Spirit lineage holds five, and the remaining eight are entirely occupied by the Demonic Tribe [a collective term for demonic races and clans]."

"The only ones we can feasibly strike are..."

Eldrin Chen paused, his finger tracing a path across the eight Spirit Island [islands rich in spiritual energy, often used interchangeably with Immortal Islands] held by the Demonic Tribe.

The others nodded in understanding, grasping Eldrin Chen's intent.

Of the sixteen Immortal Islands within the Crimson Dragon Sea Region, the three held by the Human Race were naturally not viable targets, as they were ready-made allies.

As for the Divine Spirits lineage, Eldrin Chen knew little about them and thus was not inclined to rashly make an enemy of them.

If they were to clash with the Divine Spirits, the Demonic Tribe would likely watch with glee, perhaps even eagerly waiting for the moment when both sides were weakened to drive them out.

Within this sea region, the Demonic Tribe held the greatest power. The only way for them to gain a foothold was to seize an Immortal Vein [a vein of land rich in immortal-grade spiritual energy] from the Demonic Tribe's grasp and then ally with the Divine Spirits to resist them.

Having grasped this, Nyssa Qu could not help but ask, "Which Immortal Island shall we contest, Husband? Have you already decided?"

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Eldrin Chen nodded, his gaze falling upon the map in his hands as he sank into contemplation.

Within the Crimson Dragon Sea Region, there were sixteen Immortal Islands in total. Of these, the Human Race Immortals occupied three, the Divine Spirits held five, and the remaining eight were dominated by the Demonic Tribe.

These eight Demonic Tribe-held Immortal Islands were ruled by three formidable Demonic Tribe powers: the Crimson Dragon Lineage, the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle Lineage, and the Wind-Fire-Thunder Divine Ape.

Among these Demonic Tribe factions, the Crimson Dragon Lineage was the bloodline of the former Crimson Dragon Ancient Ancestor. Though it had declined since the Crimson Dragon Ancient Ancestor perished attempting to break through to the Earth Immortal realm, it still possessed six beings at the Ascension Immortal Realm.

Therefore, the strength of this lineage remains formidable. They occupy five Immortal Island [a landmass imbued with immortal energies, often a center of power], a force not to be underestimated.

The Crimson Flame Divine Eagle Lineage, on the other hand, are Mythical Immortal Seed [beings with the innate potential to ascend to immortality] who have roamed the Immortal Realm [the higher plane of existence where immortals reside] for many years. This lineage boasts three ascended Crimson Flame Divine Eagle [a mythical eagle demon with crimson flames], and it is said one among them has even reached the Late Stage Ascendant Immortal Realm [the advanced stage of the first major immortal cultivation realm].

They hold two Immortal Island, their strength falling short of the Crimson Dragon Lineage yet still being exceedingly powerful.

"Judging solely by the strength of the Human Race across their three Immortal Island in the Crimson Dragon Sea Region, I fear it may not surpass that of the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle clan by much,"

Eldrin Chen murmured to himself, shaking his head slightly.

Before coming, he had inquired and learned that the Human Race occupied three Immortal Island in the southeastern part of the Crimson Dragon Sea Region, with a total of only four great powers at the Ascension Immortal Realm [the first major realm of immortal cultivation]. This showed that the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle lineage was also a force to be reckoned with.

Seeing this, Yvonne the Violet Consort beside him could not help but ponder and ask, "Does my Husband mean we should avoid the Crimson Dragon Lineage and the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle clan, and instead target the Wind-Fire-Thunder Divine Ape?"

"Not at all!"

Eldrin Chen shook his head and said, "That Wind-Fire-Thunder Divine Ape is not to be underestimated either. He is a Primordial Aberration [an ancient, powerful, and often monstrous demon beast] who ascended from a certain Great Thousand World [one of the countless mortal worlds that exist beneath the Immortal Realm].

"It is said this Demon Immortal [an immortal who follows a demonic or bestial cultivation path] has wings of wind and fire upon its back. Originally a Mythical Immortal Seed of the Wind-Fire Divine Ape kind, its primary cultivation should be the Wind-Fire Celestial Demon Body [a powerful physique that harnesses the dual forces of wind and fire]."

"Yet his talent was truly prodigious. Not only did he successfully cultivate the Wind-Fire Celestial Demon Body within him, he also comprehended a certain Law Power of Thunder [a profound power derived from the fundamental laws of reality]."

"Cultivating both Laws of the Dao [the fundamental principles of existence] and an Immortal Physique [a body tempered to an immortal level], coupled with cultivation at the Mid Ascension Immortal Realm, the talent and strength of the Wind-Fire-Thunder Divine Ape should not be underestimated."

Upon hearing this, Lyra Jiang was not surprised, having anticipated as much.

As a peerless Demon Immortal [a demonic being who has ascended to immortality] capable of single-handedly claiming a territory within the Crimson Dragon Sea, the Wind-Fire-Thunder Divine Ape undoubtedly possessed extraordinary capabilities.

However, all three of them were mighty beings who had ascended to immortality. Merely this was not enough to make them retreat; the true reason lay elsewhere.

Then, Eldrin Chen flicked his sleeve and pointed at the Ethereal Map [a mystical map displaying spiritual geography], saying, "The Immortal Island occupied by the Wind-Fire-Thunder Divine Ape lies in the northwestern corner of the Crimson Dragon Sea Region."

"It is too distant from the Human Race Immortal [human cultivators who have achieved immortality] in the southeast, and from the divine lineage entrenched in the northeast, it is separated by the Demonic Tribe Territory."

"If we were to seize this island, we would instead find ourselves isolated and without support."

"It would be better to take one of the Immortal Islands in the eastern part of the Southern Sea region, currently held by the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle. That would allow us to connect with several other Human Race Immortal Islands, forming a contiguous territory." The complete novel can be found at @udio-novel.com.