Chapter 1015 : Treasures of Immortal Flame

After determining the treasure to anchor the formation, Eldrin Chen sheathed the Heaven-Net Sword Embryo [a sword forged from the essence of a celestial net, capable of trapping and severing fate].

He then turned his gaze to the other three Immortal Treasure [supreme artifacts forged by or for Immortals, possessing world-shaking power] and said, "These treasures are also quite formidable. Let us divide and refine them."

"Agreed."

Lyra Jiang nodded, her eyes sweeping over the several Immortal Treasure.

Among these Immortal Treasure, the Immortal-Scorching Gold Cauldron [a golden cauldron capable of releasing flames said to incinerate even Immortals] was the most precious. The Fire Feather Immortal Robe [a defensive robe woven from the feathers of a celestial firebird], as a Bodyguard Supreme Treasure [a top-tier defensive artifact], came next. The remaining Crimson Firmament Divine Thunder Mirror [a mirror forged from the skull of a divine being, capable of unleashing crimson heavenly thunder], crafted from the polished skull of a divine being, possessed equally extraordinary power.

After a moment of contemplation, she spoke, "I am currently lacking a potent offensive treasure. I shall take this Crimson Firmament Divine Thunder Mirror."

Seeing this, Verdant Consort [a title for a powerful female cultivator associated with verdant life and nature] took the Fire Feather Immortal Robe and said, "With the Azure Dragon Stirring the Sea Sword [a legendary sword imbued with the power of the Azure Dragon, capable of stirring the very seas] in hand, and now this Fire Feather Immortal Robe for protection, I can be considered well-equipped for both attack and defense."

After the two had each claimed their treasures, only the Immortal-Scorching Gold Cauldron remained.

This Immortal-Scorching Gold Cauldron could unleash Immortal-Scorching Flames [flames of such intense purity and heat they are said to threaten even celestial beings], making it the most powerful of the three Immortal Treasure. To say they were not tempted would be a lie.

Eldrin Chen understood clearly. The reason they had not taken this treasure was because they wished to leave it for him. Enjoyed this chapter? Read more at audio-novel[dot]com.

For Eldrin Chen, possessing such a treasure would also augment his combat prowess by a significant margin.

Having considered this, Eldrin Chen accepted the Immortal-Scorching Gold Cauldron and immediately set about deploying the Mountain Guardian Grand Formation.

With the combined cultivation of the three of them, they soon erected an Immortal Rank grand formation upon Fire Mulberry Island.

This formation was named the 'Sword-Miasma Demon-Slaying Formation'. It could gather the vast Immortal Spirit Qi [the supreme spiritual energy of the Immortal Realm] of the island to unleash Heaven-Net Sword Miasma [a lethal, net-like mist of sword energy]. Its offensive power even surpassed the Immolation Formation previously deployed by the Demonic Tribe.

Watching the formation take shape, Lyra Jiang smiled with quiet satisfaction. "With this formation's might," she said, "we should be able to hold our ground even against an immortal or demon of the Late Stage Immortal Ascension Realm."

"By securing this place, we have finally gained a measure of security for the future."

"Indeed."

Eldrin Chen nodded in agreement, then addressed the group. "We have taken the island, but to establish our footing here, we must gain the recognition of the various Immortal [a cultivator who has ascended to immortality] clans."

"I intend to send letters to the three Human Race Immortal Island, inviting them to the grand ceremony for the founding of our Daoist Assembly Ground [a sacred site for cultivators to gather, debate the Dao, and hold ceremonies]."

Verdant Consort nodded thoughtfully. "Previously, Xander Qian mentioned that if we established a Daoist Assembly Ground, he would personally come to offer congratulations. Should we inform him this time?"

Eldrin Chen's eyes flickered slightly, as he grasped the underlying intent behind Xander Qian's words.

Although they had successfully captured Immortal Island on this campaign, the Crimson Flame Roc lineage would certainly not swallow this humiliation in silence.

If it were merely the Crimson Flame Roc lineage alone, it would be manageable—they possessed only three Demon Immortal [powerful demonic beings who have attained immortality] at the Ascension Immortal Realm. However, this territory was ultimately dominated by the Demonic Tribe [a powerful coalition of demonic races].

If he wished to establish his clan here, the day he inaugurated the Daoist Assembly Ground [a sacred site for grand gatherings and ceremonies of cultivators] would likely be marked by another confrontation.

Xander Qian's offer to personally attend the ceremony was, in essence, a declaration of his willingness to lend his support and presence.

"We have only just arrived in the Immortal Realm, with our connections and foundations nearly nonexistent."

"Inviting Xander Qian for assistance will indeed incur a debt of favor, but forging ties with such a seasoned Immortal [a being who has transcended mortality through cultivation] is not without its benefits."

Eldrin Chen elaborated thoughtfully. Having cultivated for several Millennium, he had gained profound insight into the ways of the world and interpersonal conduct.

Whether for a Rogue Cultivator [an unaffiliated cultivator who travels and cultivates alone] or an Immortal, advancing further on the path often necessitates forming connections with other Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for fellow cultivators].

Such bonds allow for the mutual exchange of insights into the Dao of cultivation and provide crucial support in times of need. This path leads far further than walking the solitary road of a lone Rogue Cultivator.

Yet, by doing so, one would inevitably form karmic ties with others, which might well become a source of calamity.

If a dear friend were to face a tribulation in the future, would you intervene or not? To stand aside would violate your Dao-heart [the cultivator's core principles and spiritual integrity]; to become entangled would be to invite misfortune upon yourself for no reason.

Thinking of this, Eldrin Chen suddenly furrowed his brow and said, "That Xander Qian lives a reclusive life, appearing to be a carefree Immortal who wishes to avoid karmic entanglements."

"Why, then, would he involve himself in this matter? Is he not afraid of making an enemy of the great power of the Crimson Dragon Sea?"

Upon hearing this, the others fell into contemplative silence for a moment, unable to discern the reason.

It was Nyssa Qu who, after a long moment of thought, offered a slight smile. "Perhaps we need not overthink it. Maybe Xander Qian truly only wished to establish a connection and had no desire to make an enemy of the Crimson Flame Roc lineage." Continue your cultivation journey at audi0-n0vel.c0m.

Meanwhile, following his great defeat, the Crimson Flame Demon Immortal immediately returned to the ancestral lair of his lineage, the Crimson Flame Island.

No sooner had he set foot upon Crimson Flame Island than he made his way to a secluded Cultivation Cave, disturbing the two Demon Immortal who were in deep seclusion within the island.

The Crimson Flame Roc is an immortal avian of some renown within the Immortal Realm. Yet, within the boundless vastness of the Immortal Realm, they might be considered merely ordinary, unable to compare to lineages like the Golden-Winged Roc.

Their bloodline is extraordinary; upon reaching adulthood, they naturally possess cultivation at the Nascent Soul Realm. Their chances of advancing to the Primordial Spirit Realm are not insignificant. However, ascending to the Ascension to Immortality Realm depends entirely on opportunity and fortune and one's Creation [innate destiny or fate].

Before them, the Crimson Flame Roc Demonic Tribe [a tribe of demonic beasts] numbered approximately one hundred thousand pure-blooded descendants, yet among them, only three had managed to cultivate to the Ascension to Immortality Realm [the realm of becoming an immortal].

The one defeated by Eldrin Chen was the Grand Elder of the Crimson Flame Roc tribe. Having attained Ascending to Immortality [the state of becoming an immortal] over one hundred thousand years ago, his potential was exhausted, leaving him stranded at merely the fourth level of the Ascension Immortal Realm [the realm of an ascended immortal].

Besides this Grand Elder, the Crimson Flame Roc lineage possessed two other Demon Immortal [immortals of demonic origin] of the Ascension to Immortality Realm.

The weakest among them possessed an even poorer Deep-Seated Foundation [the fundamental cultivation base]. Having broken through to the Ascension Immortal Realm more than two hundred thousand years prior, he remained stuck at the third level, unable to advance a single step further.

The strongest was the lineage's Clan Patriarch, whose cultivation had reached the formidable seventh level of the Ascension Immortal Realm. Among the more than twenty Immortal [beings who have ascended to immortality] within the Crimson Dragon Sea Region, his power ranked within the top five.

Now, with all three Demon Immortal gathered, witnessing their Grand Elder grievously wounded, they could not help but reveal looks of shock and dismay.

The Grand Elder of the Divine Eagle [the senior elder of the Divine Eagle tribe], his face etched with shame, spoke with grave solemnity: "My Clan Lord [the lord of our clan], Fire Mulberry Island is lost!"

The Patriarch of the Divine Eagle [the patriarch of the Divine Eagle tribe] furrowed his brow, drawing a deep breath before asking, "Who was responsible?"

"Three Human Race [the race of humans] Immortal. They did not appear to be Immortal from the surrounding seas."

The Grand Elder recounted the tale in detail, narrating the events of his journey to all present.

Upon hearing this, the Second Elder's expression shifted through shades of fury before settling into one of righteous anger. "They dare seize Fire Mulberry Island? We shall not allow them to succeed!" he declared, his voice trembling with indignation.

"Patience."

The Patriarch of the Divine Eagle halted his companion, who was poised to act, and shook his head gravely. "Whoever could defeat the Grand Elder within his own formation is a force not to be underestimated."

"Let us wait a while longer. I shall first journey to Crimson Dragon Island. I suspect that one will also be loath to see the Human Race grow too powerful."

The Crimson Dragon Sea Region was a boundless expanse, its islands beyond counting, yet it was dominated by sixteen Immortal Island [islands of profound spiritual energy, often inhabited by powerful cultivators or beings].

Within the eastern Southern Sea quadrant of this Crimson Dragon Sea, three of these Immortal Island were held by the Human Race. These three islands were named 'Violet Feather', 'Refining Void', and 'Six Stars'.

Among these three Immortal Island, the Violet Feather Immortal Island was home to two Immortal [beings who have ascended to a higher state of existence through cultivation, possessing immense power and longevity]. Their Daoist titles were the Violet Flame Immortal Maiden and the Sky Feather Daoist, and they were a pair of Immortal Dao Companions [cultivators who share a profound bond, often romantic, and cultivate together].

The remaining Six Stars Island and Refining Void Island each hosted one Human RaceImmortal, their Daoist titles being Refining Void and Six Stars respectively.

At this moment, upon Six Stars Immortal Island, a white-haired elder sat in deep meditation within his Cultivation Cave [a cavern or chamber specially prepared for cultivation, often rich in spiritual energy], inhaling and exhaling vast streams of Immortal Spirit Qi [a purified and potent form of spiritual energy used by Immortals].

This figure was none other than the Six Stars Immortal, whose cultivation had reached the lofty Late Stage Immortal Ascension Realm [the final stage before achieving true Immortality]. He ranked among the top three supreme Immortal in the entire Crimson Dragon Sea Region.

Six Stars Immortal slowly concluded his cultivation cycle, a flicker of awareness crossing his features as he opened his eyes. "What is it?" he inquired.

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