Chapter 1042 : Breath of Creation, Herbs of Ascension

Generally speaking, such ancient herbs that have lived for hundreds of thousands of years are exceedingly rare. Only in places like the Crimson Sun Blessed Land, untouched by human presence for hundreds of millennia, could they appear on such a large scale.

Having obtained so many ancient herbs, Eldrin Chen was naturally filled with profound joy.

He cultivated the Primordial Essence [the foundational, untainted energy of creation], which could unlock the shackles of the Heaven and Earth Spiritual Root [a supreme-grade spiritual root connecting one to the energies of heaven and earth]. This gave him considerable confidence in facilitating the advancement of these ancient herbs.

He gazed upon the ancient herbs, then opened his mouth and exhaled thirty-eight breaths of Primordial Essence, each breath merging into one of the thirty-eight ancient herbs.

Nourished by the Primordial Essence, it seemed as if some invisible shackles within the ancient herbs were shattered. Their vast, potent medicinal energies sublimated in the unseen depths, beginning a metamorphosis into the higher-grade aura of Immortal Essence [the purified energy characteristic of the Immortal Realm].

"It appears that within a Millennium [a period of one thousand years], these ancient herbs will successively ascend into the ranks of the Immortal Rank,"

Eldrin Chen remarked with evident delight as he observed the herbs.

The value of these thirty-plus ancient herbs was originally insignificant. Yet, once they ascended to the Immortal Rank, their worth would increase not by mere hundreds, but by thousands of times.

The chasm between the immortal and the mortal is a gulf that cannot be measured by mere distance.

But Eldrin Chen understood clearly: once these Immortal Herbs [herbs that have ascended to the Immortal Rank, containing immense immortal-grade potency] completed their metamorphosis, his fortune would skyrocket overnight. Even ancient immortals who had cultivated for a million years might not possess wealth comparable to his. Continue your cultivation journey at audi novel.com.

And this time, the expenditure was merely thirty-eight mouthfuls of Primordial Essence [a pure, foundational energy of creation].

Thinking of this, Eldrin Chen said with a smile, "Thirty-eight mouthfuls of Primordial Essence, in exchange for thirty-eight stalks of Immortal Herbs [herbs that have ascended to the Immortal Rank]."

Eldrin Chen could accumulate one mouthful of Primordial Essence every ten years. Thirty-eight mouthfuls would require only three hundred and eighty years—a transaction with virtually no cost for Eldrin Chen.

However, Eldrin Chen understood clearly that the reason for such minimal expenditure this time was because these ancient herbs were but a hair's breadth away from their final metamorphosis into the Immortal Rank [the rank of Immortals].

If they were ordinary Pure Yang Spiritual Herbs [herbs imbued with pure Yang spiritual energy], he feared it would require one strand of Acquired Primordial Violet Qi [a rare, acquired form of primordial violet energy] to elevate them into the ranks of the Immortal Rank.

And to accumulate a single strand of Acquired Primordial Violet Qi, he would need to labor for four hundred and ninety years.

Currently, Eldrin Chen possessed only two strands of Acquired Primordial Violet Qi remaining, and he would not expend them lightly.

"Next, we wait for these Immortal Herbs to mature."

Having planted all the ancient herbs, Eldrin Chen let out a slight sigh of relief.

Gazing at Lyra Jiang and Verdant Consort beside him, a warmth blossomed in his heart. "Now that the herbs are planted," he said, "I intend to delve into the arts of Alchemy [the art of refining elixirs and pills] before they reach maturity."

"LyraVerdant Consort If you are interested, you may join me in studying this."

Lyra Jiang nodded, smiling as she spoke: "Having obtained the Minyan's Alchemy Manual and the Profound Heart Notes this time, it is time for us to settle down and enter seclusion to study them thoroughly."

Having resolved to study the Alchemy Tome and the Earth Immortal [a powerful cultivator who has attained a profound connection with the earth's spiritual essence]'s notes, the group returned to their Cultivation Cave [a cave dwelling specially prepared for focused meditation and cultivation] to enter seclusion.

The three of them had not long broken through to the Ascension Immortal Realm [a high stage of cultivation where one begins the ascent towards true immortality], a period of rapid advancement. Now, encountering for the first time an Immortal Rank [a tier of cultivation arts and texts reserved for those on the path to immortality] Alchemy Tome and Earth Immortal [a powerful cultivator who has attained a profound connection with the earth's spiritual essence]'s notes, they naturally began studying the texts with a ravenous hunger.

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

On this day, Eldrin Chen finished reading the Minyan's Alchemy Manual, his expression one of considerable delight as he glanced at Lyra Jiang and said: "Over these three hundred years, I have committed the Alchemy Tome and the notes to memory, able to recite them backwards and forwards."

"Though I dare not claim to have fully mastered them, I have grasped seventy to eighty percent of their essential Alchemy [the art of refining spiritual herbs and materials into potent elixirs] principles. Further progress will not come from solitary study alone; it is time to attempt hands-on Alchemy [the art of refining spiritual herbs and materials into potent elixirs] practice."

Lyra Jiang nodded and spoke: "I shall lend you my aid."

Verdant Consort did not turn around. Holding the Profound Heart Notes, she said: "My talent in the path of Alchemy [the art of refining spiritual herbs and materials into potent elixirs] is ordinary. Only in the art of crafting Talismans [enchanted slips of paper or other materials inscribed with characters and symbols to channel spiritual power] do I possess some aptitude. I wish to study the path of talisman-making further."

"Very well."

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod. If Verdant Consort could refine the Ascending to Immortality Talisman [a powerful talisman that aids in the final breakthrough to immortality], it would indeed be a significant boon for them.

After bidding farewell to Verdant Consort, Eldrin Chen immediately emerged from his Seclusion Chamber and made his way to the Alchemy Chamber.

As this was his first attempt at refining a Cloud-Patterned Immortal Pill [a high-grade immortal pill marked with cloud-like patterns], and he lacked an Immortal Rank Alchemy Furnace, Eldrin Chen simply retrieved the Dragon's Might Black Gold Cauldron.

Although a cauldron is more suited for artifact forging than for Alchemy, this was, after all, a Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure. Used as an Alchemy Furnace, it would likely surpass even ordinary immortal-grade alchemy furnaces.

With the alchemy cauldron prepared, Eldrin Chen wasted no time. He took out the Pure Yang Fruit and said, "Among these seven types of Cloud-Patterned Immortal Pill, I currently lack the confidence to refine the four Pills of Middle Grade Immortal Rank or higher."

"As for the three low-grade Cloud-Patterned Immortal Pills, the Enlightenment and Law Comprehension Pill requires the Enlightenment Flower [a rare herb that aids in comprehending the laws of the Dao], which we do not possess." Access the full story on audio-novel .c om.

"Both the Dragon-Phoenix Dao-Forging Pill and the Pure Yang Immortal Augmentation Pill can be refined. However, the Pure Yang Immortal Augmentation Pill is simpler. We can attempt to refine it first."

"Agreed."

Lyra Jiang nodded and immediately began assisting Eldrin Chen in refining the Cloud-Patterned Immortal Pill.

The difficulty of refining the Pure Yang Immortal Augmentation Pill was not excessively high. Both of them possessed a Deep-Seated Foundation [an exceptionally profound and stable cultivation base] that was astonishing, and their comprehension talent ranked among the top-tier even among Immortals. Thus, the process proceeded with remarkable ease and familiarity.

Though a lack of experience led to minor missteps, causing several Pill to be wasted midway, under the guardianship of Eldrin Chen, this batch of Cloud-Patterned Immortal Pill [a legendary elixir marked with swirling cloud patterns, said to grant profound insights] was ultimately successfully refined.

"Whoosh—"

The moment the Cloud-Patterned Immortal Pill was completed, a startling phenomenon manifested in the world.

Boundless Immortal Qi [the purest form of spiritual energy, the breath of the heavens] converged from between heaven and earth, pouring entirely into the great cauldron. From within, two dazzlingly brilliant Cloud-Patterned Immortal Pill finally flew forth.

"Two Cloud-Patterned Immortal Pill."

Eldrin Chen swiftly collected the Cloud-Patterned Immortal Pill, yet a trace of regret colored his words. "A pity our experience is lacking. Otherwise, this single batch could have yielded at least three or four pills."

Witnessing this, Lyra Jiang could not help but chuckle softly. "To produce two pills on the very first attempt at refining the Cloud-Patterned Immortal Pill is an achievement that would shame many an immortal."

In truth, Lyra Jiang understood that Eldrin Chen's words were no empty boast.

For Eldrin Chen possessed a talent of the highest order. Even before his Ascending to Immortality [the final ascension to become a true immortal], he had displayed a brilliance and comprehension that eclipsed both ancient and modern times.

Now, as Eldrin Chen's cultivation base advanced and his Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator, the seat of consciousness and power] grew ever more formidable, his insight and genius had, almost imperceptibly, ascended to truly terrifying heights.

Even Lyra Jiang would feel inferior in comparison. An ordinary Immortal [a being who has ascended to the first major stage of immortality] placed beside him would be like a flickering firefly attempting to rival the radiant moon—utterly incomparable.

Furthermore, his Immortal Essence Power [the refined energy of an immortal] was several degrees more potent than that of a cultivator at the Sixth Level of Immortal Ascension Realm [the sixth stage of the Immortal Ascension Realm]. With Lyra Jiang assisting him, refining this Cloud-Patterned Immortal Pill [an immortal-grade pill marked with cloud-like patterns] naturally proceeded with effortless mastery.

"Let us try again."

After storing the two Cloud-Patterned Immortal Pill, Eldrin Chen pressed on with renewed vigor, continuing his work of pill refinement.

With the experience gained from the previous attempt, Eldrin Chen found the process of refining the Cloud-Patterned Immortal Pill increasingly fluid and intuitive. The second cauldron yielded three pills, and not long after, he successfully completed a third batch.

This time, he produced a full four Cloud-Patterned Immortal Pill, and felt that his Alchemy [the art of refining medicinal pills and elixirs] had broken through a significant barrier.

"My Alchemy should have reached the Middle Grade Immortal Rank [the middle tier of immortal-grade proficiency]."

Eldrin Chen murmured to himself, sensing that he could now attempt to refine a middle-grade Cloud-Patterned Immortal Pill.

Yet he did not make the attempt immediately. Instead, he stored away all the Pure Yang Immortal Augmentation Pill [an immortal pill that augments one's Pure Yang energy] and began preparing to refine the Dragon-Phoenix Dao-Forging Pill [a legendary pill said to forge one's Dao foundation with the essence of dragon and phoenix]. Discover more cultivation stories at audio-novel`com.