Chapter 975 : The Forge of Destiny

After recounting the events of the past, the Void-Refining Immortal cast a glance at Eldrin Chen and said with a smile, "I sense within you a trace of a formidable Sword Intent [the conceptualized will and power imbued within a sword technique] lying dormant."

"This Sword Intent burns with the fury of Violet Flame [a name associated with a powerful violet-colored flame], possessing a force capable of rending the heavens and splitting the earth. It must be the legendary Violet Flame Immortal Gold [a mythical metal forged and tempered within violet celestial flames]."

"It seems my calculations from all those years ago were indeed correct."

A faint smile touched the lips of the Void-Refining Immortal. With a sweep of his sleeve, he summoned forth the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron [a divine-grade ore born from the profound pressures of the deepest abysses] and presented it to Eldrin Chen. "If you forge this Abyssal Depths Divine Iron into an Immortal Sword [a sword of immortal grade, transcending mortal weaponry], it will form a perfect pair with the Violet Flame Immortal Sword."

"Should you master their combined power, our chances of quelling the impending cataclysm will increase significantly."

Eldrin Chen received the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron with utmost care, his expression one of solemn gravity. "Senior, you spent tens of thousands of years nurturing this single piece of Abyssal Depths Divine Iron. For me to receive such a treasure without merit weighs heavily on my conscience."

"Hahaha!"

The Void-Refining Immortal laughed heartily, his demeanor one of carefree acceptance. "This Abyssal Depths Divine Iron was cast adrift along with the Purple Seal Realm [a specific realm or world]. Even my true self cannot locate it now, proving it was never destined for me."

"Entrusting it to you is simply putting it to its proper use."

"My only hope is that with this treasure, you will forge an Immortal Sword capable of ending the cataclysm. In doing so, you would repay on my behalf the nurturing grace I owe to the Purple Seal Realm." Visit audio-novel*com to enjoy the complete series.

Eldrin Chen listened quietly until he finished speaking, then bowed respectfully with cupped hands and said, "Senior, this Abyssal Depths Divine Iron is of immense use to me."

"Should we meet again in the Immortal Realm [the higher plane of existence where ascended immortals reside], I will surely repay this kindness."

The Void-Refining Immortal [an immortal title signifying mastery over refining the void] offered an ambiguous smile, choosing not to dwell on the topic.

He then lifted his gaze towards the depths of the boundless void, as if seeing the Demonic Abyss [a vast, malevolent dimensional rift] that enshrouded the Purple Seal Realm, a grave solemnity settling upon his brow.

"The calamitous aura [a foreboding energy signifying impending disaster] surrounding the Purple Seal Realm grows ever more profound. Overcoming it will likely be no easy feat."

"That Outer Realm Demon God [a powerful demonic entity from beyond this realm] is probably growing restless. To prevent a desperate, all-out assault, you must prepare yourself sooner rather than later."

Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly for a moment before he nodded. "Rest assured, Senior. I will naturally devote my full strength to dealing with the Outer Realm Demon God."

"Hmm, very well." The Void-Refining Immortal nodded, a trace of regret in his voice. "It is a pity my true self cannot locate the position of the Purple Seal Realm. Otherwise, I would certainly descend to lend you my aid."

As he spoke these words, the Void-Refining Immortal's form began to gradually dissipate.

Ever since his true self ascended to the Immortal Realm, this wisp of divine consciousness had become a rootless duckweed. From the very moment it awakened, it could not linger for long.

Now that its mission was accomplished, this wisp of divine thought incarnation had no further reason to exist.

The Void-Refining Immortal nodded at Eldrin Chen, a smile he couldn't suppress touching his lips as he said, "The Immortal Realm holds a boundless sea of Immortal Domain. It is not certain that you and I will ascend to the same one."

"But once one achieves immortality, one gains a lifespan as enduring as heaven and earth. I believe our paths will cross again one day."

"I hope that when we meet again, you will bring me the good news that the Purple Seal Realm remains safe and sound."

"Set your heart at ease, Senior," Eldrin Chen replied with a firm nod. "While I stand, the Purple Seal Realm shall not fall."

"Then I can depart in peace."

Seeing such a solemn vow, the Void-Refining Immortal's incarnation finally offered a gentle smile before dissolving into motes of light that scattered on the wind within the Great Hall.

Only after the Void-Refining Immortal's divine thought had fully dispersed did Eldrin Chen gather his focus once more.

His gaze swept the vast Great Hall before settling on Dorian Ji. "This Eastern Sea Abyssal Eye was left behind by Senior Void-Refining in ages past. By right, it should belong to the lineage of the Ji Clan."

Upon hearing this, Dorian Ji smiled faintly and offered no word of refusal.

This Eastern Sea Abyssal Eye was left behind by the Void-Refining Immortal and has always been deeply connected to the Ji Clan.

Furthermore, its grade has reached the level of being near-immortal [approaching the power and quality of artifacts used by true immortals]. For the Ji Immortal Clan, it is an unparalleled treasure land, so naturally, they had no reason to turn it away.

Having acquired a top-tier Path-Field [a sacred cultivation ground imbued with profound natural laws] within the Purple Seal Realm, Dorian Ji felt considerable joy. In high spirits, he looked first at Eldrin Chen and then at the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron in his hand, saying:

"This Abyssal Depths Divine Iron is an immortal-grade iron from the Nine Heavens [the highest celestial realms]. Refining it is no easy task. Are you confident you can manage it?"

"I have some confidence," Eldrin Chen nodded, gazing at the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron. "I have already mastered the Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame Path Principles [a supreme flame art born from the essence of the primordial sun]. It should be sufficient to refine this Abyssal Depths Divine Iron."

"However, refining immortal iron is difficult. It will likely require me to enter a closed-door cultivation retreat [a period of total seclusion for intensive cultivation] for several years. During that time, I will not emerge unless a catastrophe occurs." Immerse yourself in the complete world at @udio-novel.com.

Dorian Ji placed his hands behind his back and nodded. "Refine it with peace of mind. The Mortal Path [the primary cultivation methodology of the mortal realm] is flourishing within the Purple Seal Realm now. There will be no major disturbances."

"Then I am reassured…"

After bidding farewell to Dorian Ji, Eldrin Chen did not linger in the Eastern Sea Cultivation World. He returned to the Eastern Region Great Wasteland that very day.

Upon his return to the Eastern Region Great Wasteland, Eldrin Chen proceeded directly to the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire.

Not long after, Exquisite Jiang and Eternal Profound Chen arrived upon hearing the news and could not help but ask with concern, "How did the journey fare?"

"Void-Refining Immortal had long foreseen today's calamity and prepared a piece of Abyssal Depths Divine Iron [a legendary metal forged in the deepest abysses, possessing immense hardness and affinity for water-based energies] for me."

Eldrin Chen said immediately, carefully retrieving the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron.

Seeing this, Old Granduncle could not contain his wild joy and exclaimed, "With this Abyssal Depths Divine Iron, the advancement of your Heavenly River Positive Water Sword [a supreme sword art that channels the purifying power of the celestial river] finally has hope."

"Indeed."

Exquisite Jiang also nodded, then said with a smile, "The most urgent task now is to refine this Abyssal Depths Divine Iron. Let me lend you a hand."

"There is no need for that. Your priority should still be your own cultivation."

Eternal Profound Chen shook his head, however, and then spoke, "I will assist you. I can mobilize the power of the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire [a legendary sea of eternal flames within a prison dimension] to aid you."

"The power of the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire..."

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen pondered for a moment. Refining immortal-grade metal was exceedingly difficult. Although he possessed the Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame [a primordial flame born from the essence of the sun], his own spiritual power was insufficient.

Without external aid, it would likely take him a millennium to refine the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron.

However, the Old Patriarch's Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator] was anchored within the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire, allowing him to mobilize the power of that realm to lend a hand.

With Old Granduncle channeling the Fire Elemental Power [the fundamental energy of the fire element] from the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire to assist, Eldrin Chen's magical power became nearly inexhaustible, and the potency of his Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame [a supreme flame born of the primordial sun] would be greatly amplified, significantly accelerating the refinement of the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron.

In contrast, while Exquisite Jiang's Samadhi Fire [a profound flame cultivated through deep meditation] was also Extraordinary, it had not yet stepped into the realm of Path Principles [the fundamental laws governing cultivation and reality], so her assistance would likely not be as substantial.

Thinking this, Eldrin Chen nodded and said, "Let us proceed according to Old Granduncle's plan."

With the aid of Eternal Profound Chen, Eldrin Chen immediately began the process of refining the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron.

He employed his Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame Power, further bolstered by the might of the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire, and began the arduous, day-and-night task of tempering the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron.

Thus, time flowed swiftly by, and in the blink of an eye, three hundred years had passed.

Until this day, within the Seclusion Chamber deep in the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire, Eldrin Chen gazed at the Treasure Furnace before him, his expression one of profound solemnity.

Inside the Treasure Furnace before him lay a dazzling Sword Embryo [the nascent, unformed spirit of a sword] and a mass of liquid, deep azure in hue.

That liquid substance was precisely what Eldrin Chen had spent three hundred years refining from the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron [a legendary metal forged in the deepest abysses].

Now that the Abyssal Depths Divine Iron had been refined, the most crucial step remained: fusing it with the Heavenly River Positive Water Sword [a divine sword technique that channels the power of the celestial river]. Read the full novel exclusively on audio-novel[dot]com.