Chapter 1017 : A Sacred Mountain's Grand Unveiling

Just as mortals lay foundations and build dwellings, for an Immortal [a being who has transcended mortality and ascended to the highest known realm of cultivation], establishing a cultivation Daoist Assembly Ground [a sacred site for gathering, rituals, and cultivation] is also a momentous and rare undertaking.

After Eldrin Chen secured Fire Mulberry Mountain, he selected an auspicious day and time. He then sent messages to the major Immortal Island [islands inhabited by powerful Immortals] in the surrounding region, announcing his intention to settle and cultivate at this location.

The Demonic Tribe [a race or faction of demonic beings] and the divine spirits had yet to make a move, but many islands within the Crimson Dragon Sea occupied by the Human Race began to stir in response.

On the day Eldrin Chen held his grand mountain-opening banquet, even before the major Human Race Immortal Island had arrived, Nascent Soul Cultivator [cultivators who have formed their Nascent Soul, a powerful spiritual core] from over one hundred Spirit Island [islands rich in spiritual energy] arrived several days early, each presenting gifts of extraordinary value.

And by this day, Fire Mulberry Island had already undergone a profound transformation.

The once starkly different Demonic Tribe Immortal Island had now taken on the majestic air of an immortal's abode. Immortal mists coiled around the mountain peaks, and pavilions, terraces, and towers rose from the earth, all crafted from wondrous, otherworldly materials.

Even the paving stones underfoot faintly glowed with a white-jade light, clearly not of mortal origin.

Compared to the mortal realm, the Immortal Realm [the higher plane of existence where Immortals reside] is nourished by Immortal Spirit Qi [the supreme spiritual energy of the Immortal Realm]. Common Spiritual Object [objects imbued with or containing spiritual energy] are not rare here; many ordinary-looking mountain rocks would be considered fine Spiritual Object in the mortal world.

Slightly valuable ores, or even the ubiquitous plants and trees, if cast down into the mortal realm, would be enough to make Foundation Establishment [the third major realm of cultivation] and even Purple Mansion Cultivator [cultivators of the fourth major realm] fight desperately over them.

Yet within the Immortal Realm, for an Immortal like Eldrin Chen, these Spiritual Object hold little to no practical use. For the best reading experience, visit audio—novel.com.

After descending upon Fire Mulberry Mountain, Eldrin Chen employed immortal methods to gather materials locally, and in a mere seven days, forged this majestic immortal palace complex.

"Henceforth, this Fire Mulberry Island shall be renamed Green Chariot Island."

Gazing upon the imposing island before him, Eldrin Chen could not help but sigh and say,

After ascending to immortality, the affairs of the mortal world have grown distant. He could never return to that homeland of his, the Verdant Chariot Mountain [the mountain where he was born and raised].

Naming this island Green Chariot was a way to lodge within it a few strands of his nostalgia for the Verdant Chariot Mountain of days past.

"Husband."

At that moment, Lyra Jiang by his side spoke up to remind him,

Eldrin Chen lifted his head and saw, within the distant void, several figures of immortal grace and Daoist bearing stepping through the air towards them. "Immortal [a being who has transcended mortality and ascended to a higher plane of existence]."

In a single ksana-time [an infinitesimal unit of time], countless thoughts flashed through Eldrin Chen's mind.

With a sweep of his long sleeve, he strode forward into the sky, a faint smile gracing his lips as he cupped his hands in greeting. "Fellow Immortals, you have journeyed from afar. I have failed to welcome you properly. My apologies!"

"You are too courteous, Fellow Daoist."

"We are all Human Race Immortal [beings who have ascended to immortality through cultivation], within this Crimson Dragon Sea. Naturally, we should support one another."

From the void above, a harmonious voice drifted down. Four Immortal [beings who have ascended to immortality through cultivation] strolled into view. They were an elder with an ethereal, immortal bearing, a distinguished-looking immortal couple, and finally, a man clad in a White Robe.

Eldrin Chen's gaze swept over the group, pausing briefly upon the man in the White Robe, a faint glimmer of light passing through his eyes.

At that moment, the elder stepped forward through the air, continuing with a smile, "This old one is Six Stars Master. I greet you, fellow immortals."

"So it is Six Stars Fellow Daoist. Our apologies for the lack of recognition."

Eldrin Chen exchanged a glance with Lyra and the others, then cupped his hands in salute.

The Six Stars Immortal gave a slight nod, then proceeded to introduce the three other Immortal [beings who have ascended to immortality through cultivation] beside him.

Among the three Immortal [beings who have ascended to immortality through cultivation], the immortal couple were the Violet Flame Immortal Maiden and the Sky Feather Daoist, both Immortal [beings who have ascended to immortality through cultivation] from Violet Feather Immortal Island [Violet Feather Immortal Island].

As for the final man in the White Robe, he was naturally the Void-Refining Immortal from Refining Void Island [Refining Void Island].

"So it is him after all."

Upon hearing the introduction from Six Stars Immortal, a flicker of recognition passed through Eldrin Chen's eyes, and he exchanged a meaningful glance with Lyra Jiang.

Noticing this, Void-Refining Immortal remarked thoughtfully, "It seems you recognize me, Fellow Daoist." "Your reputation precedes you,"

Eldrin Chen began calmly, but then he frowned, his words trailing off.

Shaking his head, his expression serene, he declared, "Today, unwelcome guests have arrived. Other matters must wait. Allow me to first receive these visitors."

"Eldrin, the Junior, you seized our clan's Fire Mulberry Island. Today, I have come to settle this score." This content originates from audio-novel*com. Please respect copyright.

Before Eldrin Chen could finish speaking, a voice echoed through the void. Everyone looked up to see three peerless Demon Immortal [a demonic being who has ascended to immortality] striding forth from the empty sky.

"The three Demon Immortal of the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle Lineage."

Six Stars Immortal's eyes narrowed slightly, and he sent a voice transmission to Eldrin Chen: "The other two are of little concern, but the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle Emperor possesses formidable cultivation. You must be cautious in dealing with him."

"My thanks for the warning."

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod, his gaze involuntarily turning towards the three Demon Immortal figures in the void.

Among the three demons, the leader stood tall and slender, his form wreathed in crimson flowing flames. Faintly, myriad fiery phenomena seemed to rise around him, making him appear as majestic and awe-inspiring as a deity of fire.

This made Eldrin Chen rather cautious. To use the Laws of the Dao to manifest protective flames was an exceedingly profound technique,

proving that the Crimson Flame Qi deity's comprehension of the Crimson Flame Law had reached an extremely profound realm. If he advanced one more step, he would likely transcend the Ascension to Immortality Realm.

At that stage, the Law Power would no longer be ordinary post-natal Laws of the Dao. The immortals would call it a World-Creating Laws of the Dao, possessing the terrifying power of World Creation.

Crimson Flame Divine Eagle Emperor was still far from this step, yet the Laws of the Dao he had grasped had already touched the Great Perfection Realm. He was an opponent not to be underestimated.

"With my Primordial Chaos Limitless Law, can I prevail against this demon?"

Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly, vaguely feeling he could contend, yet lacking absolute certainty.

After a moment's assessment, he compared Xander Qian to this foe and found the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle Emperor's strength seemed more than a notch weaker. He let out a soft sigh of relief. "This demon... I can fight."

Suppressing the thoughts in his heart, Eldrin Chen then stepped forward, his expression calm as he spoke: "The Immortal Mountain Spirit Vein [a concentration of spiritual energy within the earth] was born from the Immortal Domain's Creation [the primordial force of creation and destiny], gathering its spiritual essence. It has always belonged to those with the power to claim it."

"Ten thousand years ago, you managed to seize the Immortal Mountain from the hands of our Human Race Immortal [a being who has ascended to immortality]. It is only natural that I can now take it back." "Is that so?"

Crimson Flame Divine Eagle Emperor's gaze turned icy. With a cold expression, he looked at Eldrin Chen and said, "You seized your advantage through a surprise attack when our guard was down. That is hardly a method worthy of honor."

"Now that I, the Emperor, have come today, I will inevitably reclaim this Fire Mulberry Island."

At that moment, Six Stars Immortal gave a faint, cold smile. "Since the Immortal Island is already lost," he said, his voice laced with frost, "you should not think about leaving here today."

"Today, this Fire Mulberry Island is truly a lively place."

Just then, a hearty laugh echoed from the distant void.

Everyone looked up. High in the Firmament [the heavens, the sky], a magnificent war chariot approached, drawn by nine resplendent, multi-hued simurghs.

The chariot was adorned with dragon patterns, seemingly crafted from Acquired Immortal Root Dragon-Pattern Wood [a type of sacred wood imbued with draconic essence, a treasure born after the primordial age]. Intricate patterns of Laws of the Dao [the fundamental principles that govern reality] spread across its surface, radiating an aura of supreme, lethal authority.

Upon the chariot stood a tall, imposing figure. He gazed down with an amused smile.

"It's the Nine Phoenix Immortal Chariot! In the past, Crimson Dragon Ancient Ancestor often traveled in this very carriage. Even the masters of an Earth Immortal Blessed Land [a paradise realm governed by an Earth Immortal] had to receive him with utmost courtesy!"

Six Stars Immortal spoke softly, beginning to recount the origins of the visitor to Eldrin Chen.

In ages past, Crimson Dragon Ancient Ancestor had attained his Dao [the fundamental principle or path in Chinese philosophy] for a mere several hundred thousand years before half-stepping into the ranks of an Earth Immortal Progenitor [a progenitor who has attained immortality while remaining bound to the earthly realm]. Legend held he was the most likely being in the surrounding seas to achieve World Creation [the supreme act of creating a miniature world or realm].

Alas, in the end, his attempt failed, and he passed away seated in meditation within his Seclusion Chamber [a chamber for deep, undisturbed cultivation].

"The man before you," he continued, "is the direct grandson of the Crimson Dragon Ancient Ancestor and the mightiest Immortal Deity of the Crimson Dragon Sea—'Crimson Dragon Scion'." For the best reading experience, visit audio-novel.com (official site).