Chapter 1040 : A Treasure Beyond Measure

Having obtained this Profound Heart Notes [a collection of cultivation insights and reflections], Eldrin Chen felt as if he had stumbled upon a priceless treasure. Although these notes contained no specific Pill Formula [recipes for alchemical pills] or Hundred Arts of Cultivation [esoteric techniques for cultivation], the insights and experiences recorded within were of immense value.

Eldrin Chen estimated that if he could thoroughly comprehend and master their contents, his proficiency in the Hundred Arts of Cultivation would experience a monumental leap forward.

At this thought, Eldrin Chen said with delight, "With this manual in hand, it shouldn't be long before the Heavenly Separated Twin Swords [a pair of legendary swords] are elevated to the Middle Grade Immortal Rank [a mid-tier rank for immortal artifacts]."

"Indeed,"

Lyra Jiang nodded, then added with a grave expression, "But before that, we must reforge our grand formation to prepare for the impending assault from Crimson Dragon Scion."

"I understand,"

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod of agreement. He retrieved the Golden Foil Celestial Book [a mystical book with pages of golden foil] and made a copy of the three ancient scrolls, which he then presented to the Void-Refining Immortal [an immortal title meaning 'One Who Refines the Void'].

After completing this task, he turned his gaze beyond the Verdant Chariot Immortal Isle [the name of their immortal abode] and said, "Before I returned, I sent a message to Xander Qian."

"He is an Immortal Rank [the rank of an immortal cultivator] high-grade Formation Master [a master of defensive and offensive arrays]. With his assistance in reforging our Mountain Guardian Grand Formation [a powerful protective array], we should be able to withstand Crimson Dragon Scion."

"By my reckoning, he should be arriving soon." This chapter is provided by www . audio-novel.com. Support the original.

As Eldrin Chen was speaking, he saw a streak of flowing light fly over from the void within the distant Firmament.

The arrival was none other than Xander Qian. Upon seeing Eldrin Chen, he smiled and said, "Since Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for a fellow cultivator] has invited me here to set up a formation, I presume this journey must have yielded substantial gains?"

"Merely modest gains."

Eldrin Chen offered a faint smile, forgoing excessive pleasantries. He placed the Crimson Flame Divine Spear to the side and then produced the Dragon-Patterned Black Gold Cauldron [an enchanted artifact forged from black gold with dragon patterns]. "I ask that Fellow Daoist use this object to arrange a Mountain Guardian Grand Formation [a powerful defensive array] for me."

"A Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure [a treasure of the highest quality, nearing immortal artifact status]!"

The moment he laid eyes on the Dragon-Patterned Black Gold Cauldron, Xander Qian's expression shifted dramatically to one of shock and awe.

For an instant, a flicker of greed passed through his heart. Yet, as his gaze swept over the Crimson Flame Divine Spear, he instantly reined that thought back in.

Xander Qian had attained his Dao [cultivation path] many years prior, spending most of his time in secluded mountain cultivation, largely detached from worldly affairs and certainly not one to provoke powerful adversaries.

Though the Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure was desirable, Xander Qian was unwilling to take such a risk for it.

He gave Eldrin Chen a meaningful look, drew a deep breath, and said, "Fellow Daoist truly possesses remarkable skill. To think even the prized treasure of the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle Emperor has fallen into Fellow Daoist's hands."

"Merely a stroke of good fortune, nothing worth mentioning."

Eldrin Chen shook his head, looking at Xander Qian as he said, "I wonder, with Fellow Daoist Qian's mastery of Formation [mystical arrays and barriers] arts, could one use this cauldron to lay down a grand formation?"

"Naturally, it is possible."

Xander Qian's expression shifted slightly, then he nodded and said, "In theory, with the power of a Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure [a treasure of the highest immortal grade], one could indeed form a Supreme-Grade Immortal Formation."

"Alas, my own Formation [mystical arrays and barriers] attainments are insufficient; I can only manage to arrange a High-Grade Immortal Formation [a powerful immortal-grade defensive or offensive array]."

"A High-Grade Immortal Formation [a powerful immortal-grade defensive or offensive array]?" Eldrin Chen's eyes gleamed faintly, and a smile immediately spread across his face. "A High-Grade Immortal Formation [a powerful immortal-grade defensive or offensive array] is more than sufficient."

Hearing this, the others also revealed smiles. The might of a Supreme-Grade Immortal Formation surpassed the limits of the Ascension to Immortality Realm [the final major realm before achieving true immortality].

Generally speaking, if protected by a Supreme-Grade Immortal Formation, even an Earth Immortal Progenitor [a powerful immortal who has merged their being with the earth's spiritual veins] would find it difficult to breach it in a short time.

Moreover, to arrange a Supreme-Grade Immortal Formation, one would even need an Earth Immortal Blessed Land [a land of profound spiritual power, often the abode of an Earth Immortal] as its foundation. Otherwise, even if successfully laid, there would not be enough Immortal Spirit Qi [the purest form of spiritual energy in the immortal realms] to sustain the Formation [mystical arrays and barriers].

Thus, this was well within Eldrin Chen's expectations. In his view, this was already enough.

The power of a High-Grade Immortal Formation [a formation of the highest tier, capable of harnessing immense celestial power] is utterly staggering. Even if two or three cultivators at the Ninth Level of Ascension to Immortality [the pinnacle stage just below true divinity] were to attack it together, breaching its defenses would be impossible. Deploying such a formation against Crimson Dragon Scion would be more than sufficient.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen promptly spoke, "Please, Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for a cultivator on the same path], begin setting up the formation. I shall lend you my aid."

"Very well…"

Xander Qian gave a nod, asking no further questions, and immediately set to work on the Formation [a structured array that channels and amplifies spiritual energy for various effects].

Due to the haste and lack of thorough preparation, the arrangement of this Formation was to be simplified to its essentials.

With Xander Qian taking the lead, and Eldrin Chen, Lyra Jiang, and the others assisting, the group began constructing the Mountain Guardian Grand Formation [a grand defensive formation designed to protect an entire mountain or sect]. Find this and other novels at audio~novel.com.

With five Immortal [a cultivator who has transcended mortality and ascended to a higher state of being] working on the Formation, it was completed in a mere seven days.

"It is done."

Gazing upon the completed Formation, Xander Qian said with a smile, "This formation uses the Dragon-Patterned Black Gold Cauldron [an ancient cauldron forged from black gold and inscribed with dragon motifs] as its Formation Eye [the core artifact that anchors and powers a formation], allowing it to channel the immense power of the cauldron. It is a High-Grade Immortal Formation that excels in both offense and defense."

"With this formation guarding the Immortal Island, we need not fear even the assault of a supreme Immortal."

Xander Qian recounted the tale, his tone tinged with a hint of regret. "It is a pity this formation's power is not at its peak."

"To unleash its full potential, one would need to forge over thirty thousand Formation Flags to serve as secondary Formation Eye [the core nodes that anchor and power a formation]. When that is done, its potency should increase by another thirty percent."

"Its current power is more than sufficient."

Eldrin Chen offered a faint smile. For him at this moment, possessing a single High-Grade Immortal Formation [a top-tier defensive or offensive magical array of immortal rank] was already a cause for immense joy.

He expressed his gratitude repeatedly, then produced a piece of Incense Fire Celestial Silver [a rare, silvery metal that seems to flicker with the light of smoldering incense] from his robes, his face alight with pleasure. "Please accept this as a token of my thanks."

Xander Qian glanced at the Incense Fire Celestial Silver, and a subtle flicker passed through his eyes.

Deploying a High-Grade Immortal Formation was an immensely difficult task. As an Immortal Rank [a realm of power transcending mortality] High-Grade Formation Master [a master of the art of creating magical formations], Xander Qian's fee was certainly worth a piece of Incense Fire Celestial Silver.

Yet, Xander Qian did not reach out to take it. Instead, he declined with a gentle smile. "For this old man, setting up a Formation is but a trivial effort. How could I possibly accept such a precious gift as this Incense Fire Celestial Silver?"

"This..."

Eldrin Chen was momentarily taken aback. Seeing the firm resolve in the other's demeanor, a flicker of confusion crossed his features.

Xander Qian shook his head, then smiled and said, "In another sixty thousand years, the next Great Tribulation will erupt."

"Consider my actions today as an old man coming to lend a hand. Should I ever seek your aid in the future, I hope you, Fellow Daoist, will not turn a blind eye."

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen grasped the general meaning in his heart.

This Xander Qian before him likely saw potential in myself and wished to use this opportunity to deepen their connection.

Thinking this, Eldrin Chen said with a smile, "Where do such words come from, Fellow Daoist? If not for your assistance back then, my Verdant Chariot Mountain would have faced great trouble on the very day of its founding."

"Now that you have helped me with such a significant matter, how could I ever disregard you in the future?"

"Hahaha!"

Xander Qian laughed heartily, then his gaze suddenly paused. He quickly rose to his feet and said, "There are still trivial matters within the clan. I shall not linger here any longer."

"Take care on your journey, Fellow Daoist…"

Watching Xander Qian depart, a subtle light flickered in Eldrin Chen's eyes.

His gaze pierced the depths of the void, where he beheld several Immortal Phoenix pulling a war chariot that soared through the heavens.

Upon that chariot stood a figure of immense and imposing stature, none other than the mightiest immortal deity of the Crimson Dragon Sea, Crimson Dragon Scion.

"The moment Xander Qian saw Crimson Dragon Scion charging forth, he chose to depart. It seems he truly has no wish to provoke a formidable foe."

Witnessing this, Lyra Jiang could not help but shake her head. "He desires to leave a favor with us, yet is unwilling to stand against Crimson Dragon Scion. This Xander Qian has a most peculiar temperament."

"He schemes for his own tribulation's sake, yet wavers when facing a powerful enemy. This Xander Qian is far too cautious in his nature."

Void-Refining Immortal also shook his head, his expression tinged with regret. "With such a disposition, one will not incur truly mortal enemies."

"Yet when the Great Tribulation descends, what room is there for indecision? I fear this individual may not journey far upon his path." For uninterrupted reading, go to http://www . audio-novel.com.