Chapter 1065 : A Gathering of Immortals

Having decided to journey to the Glazed Sea [the legendary Southern Sea domain of the Glazed Palace], Eldrin Chen wasted no time in setting out.

Early the very next morning, he departed with Nyssa Qu for the Glazed Sea. After a journey spanning the better part of a year, they finally arrived within its shimmering borders.

A full Millennium [a grand cycle of one thousand years] had passed since Eldrin Chen last set foot in the Glazed Sea. Yet, witnessing its splendor once more, his heart could not help but swell with admiration for its unparalleled prosperity.

Furthermore, unlike his previous visit, this time within the Glazed Sea, Eldrin Chen beheld a multitude of Immortal [powerful beings who have transcended mortality through cultivation] hailing from realms far beyond its waters.

This was precisely within Eldrin Chen's expectations, for the grand Hundred Seas Barter Convention of Flowing Streams [a legendary gathering for trade and discourse among cultivators] was to be convened here, in the heart of the Glazed Sea.

"Immortals gather, deities descend... such is the magnificent spectacle of the Flowing Stream Hundred Seas [a poetic name for the Glazed Sea region]," he murmured.

Sensing the countless powerful auras radiating around him, Eldrin Chen's expression shifted subtly, a flicker of awe crossing his features.

For many years, Eldrin Chen had dwelled in a relatively secluded corner of the world. He had encountered few Immortal and seldom witnessed such a grand congregation of celestial beings.

The Barter Convention held long ago at the Setting Sun Blessed Land [a fabled land of eternal dusk], where over two hundred Immortal had assembled, was considered a scene of immense prosperity. Yet, compared to the spectacle before his eyes now, it was but a pale reflection—a minor stream beside a vast ocean.

Here, within the Glazed Sea, the gathered Immortal numbered no fewer than three thousand. Among their ranks were peerless champions and venerable Ancient Ancestor [elders of immense age and power] who stood at the very threshold of the Half-Step Earth Immortal Realm [a supreme realm just below true Earth Immortality]. Find this and other novels at audio-novel.com (official site).

"Beyond every person lies another greater; beyond every mountain rises a higher peak."

"Although I have already Ascended to Immortality [achieved the state of an Immortal], within this Flowing Stream Hundred Seas [a vast and storied region of seas], I am still considered insignificant, let alone within the immense Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea [the Divine Abyss Sea of the Western Qi region] or the boundless Azure Firmament Immortal Domain [the Celestial Azure Firmament Immortal Realm]."

As a myriad of thoughts and emotions surged within Eldrin Chen, he saw a figure step through the void to greet him—Luna [the Moon Consort, a title for a powerful female immortal].

Clad in a gown of sheer gauze, Luna cast a calm, appraising glance at Eldrin Chen before speaking with a gentle smile. "Your timing is impeccable. The Ancient Ancestor [a venerable and ancient progenitor] has been awaiting your arrival."

"Please lead the way, Immortal Maiden."

Eldrin Chen nodded, his tone carrying utmost courtesy.

Following Luna, Eldrin Chen soon arrived deep within the Glazed Blessed Land [a paradisiacal realm of crystal and light].

Within a palace of shimmering Glazed Immortal Palace [a celestial palace constructed from mystical glazed materials], Eldrin Chen beheld the Divine Lord Glaze.

Clad in radiant Glaze [a title referring to her luminous nature], the Divine Lord Glaze saw Lyra Jiang and gave a slight nod. "The Barter Convention [a grand gathering for the exchange of rare cultivation resources] is about to commence, and my presence is required. I am, for the moment, unable to step away."

"We shall proceed with Nyssa's Bloodline Metamorphosis [a profound transformation and purification of one's innate lineage and spiritual heritage] after the Barter Convention concludes."

Though anxious, Eldrin Chen understood the gravity of the matter. He could only nod and say, "Then we shall follow your guidance, Senior."

Divine Lord Glaze [the revered title of the powerful cultivator Glaze Qu] gave a slight nod of assent, and thus the matter was settled for the time being.

Time flowed swiftly, and over a year passed in the blink of an eye. The day for the opening of the Barter Convention [a grand gathering where cultivators trade rare resources and treasures] had finally arrived.

Eldrin Chen emerged from his Cultivation Cave [a secluded chamber imbued with spiritual energy for focused meditation and training], preparing to attend the grand event.

But Nyssa Qu caught his sleeve. From within her sleeve, she produced a radiant, seven-hued piece of immortal jade and handed it to him.

Eldrin Chen's expression shifted subtly, a flicker of astonishment crossing his features. "This object... where did you obtain it?" he asked, his voice tinged with disbelief.

This was the Seven-Aperture Exquisite Jade [a legendary jade of supreme quality, said to possess seven spiritual apertures that harmonize with the cultivator's soul], a treasured heirloom cherished by Divine Lord Glaze. Its grade reached the lofty Earth Immortal Realm [a profound stage of cultivation where one begins to transcend mortal limits]. That it now rested in Nyssa Qu's hand was a development far beyond Eldrin Chen's expectations.

Nyssa Qu bit her lip lightly before speaking. "Neither Lyra Jiang nor Verdant Consort [a title for the powerful cultivator known as Qing Ji] yet possesses a suitable treasure for nurturing their unborn children. I... I requested this from Divine Lord Glaze."

"Foolish."

Eldrin Chen's countenance darkened, and he shook his head. "We already owe Divine Lord Glaze a debt of gratitude as vast as the heavens. How could we possibly seek further treasures from her?"

"I understand perfectly well."

Nyssa Qu gave a slight nod, then shook her head. "You've come to purchase Fetal Nurturing Divine Objects this time. But even if you acquire such items, how many could truly compare to this Seven-Aperture Exquisite Jade?"

"Consider this Seven-Aperture Exquisite Jade as something I have borrowed. I shall return it to her in the future."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen closed his eyes. He drew a deep breath before asking, "Did you promise her something in return?"

"Husband!"

Nyssa Qu's expression faltered, and she could not help but take a sharp, steadying breath. Experience the full epic at *audio-novel.com*.

The Seven-Aperture Exquisite Jade was an Immortal Treasures of the Earth Immortal grade [a realm of cultivation where one becomes an immortal bound to the earth]. Even with the wealth of the Glazed Blessed Land, such a priceless Immortal Treasures [a treasure of immense power used by immortals] could not be plentiful.

The willingness to gift it to Nyssa Qu before was because she was a fellow clan member and a Heaven's Chosen [a title for a prodigy favored by destiny]. For anyone else, it would not be given away so readily.

For Divine Lord Glaze to have agreed, Nyssa Qu must have expended no small effort.

Nyssa Qu had not wished to tell Eldrin Chen, but seeing the look in his eyes, she knew she could not hide it. She could only nod and confess, "I promised her that when the time comes for Moon Consort and Stella to face their heavenly tribulations, I would lend them my aid."

"This..."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen's expression shifted subtly.

For an Immortal [a being who has transcended mortality and attained a higher state of existence] to personally enter a tribulation is no trivial matter. If an Immortal's tribulation is successfully weathered, they may receive heavenly opportunities; failure, however, often means being reduced to ashes by the calamity.

Both Solara and Stella are Third Tribulation Immortal [Immortals who have survived three heavenly tribulations]. Should they manage to endure one more tribulation, they would have a solid chance of attaining the Half-Step Earth Immortal Realm [a transitional state approaching the profound Earth Immortal realm].

Yet, the fourth tribulation for an Immortal represents a monumental threshold.

Surviving this tribulation grants a sliver of hope to eventually achieve the Earth Immortal [an exalted realm of cultivation, representing a profound connection to the world's essence] realm. Naturally, countless Immortal who qualify seek to brave this fourth trial.

Those with the qualifications to face this fourth tribulation are, without exception, formidable individuals.

Not only are their combat prowess immense, but it is highly likely they have the backing of an Earth Immortal Progenitor [a venerable master who has attained the Earth Immortal realm].

Earth Immortal Progenitor hold exalted status. Generally, to avoid triggering life-and-death conflicts between Earth Immortal themselves, ordinary Earth Immortal Progenitor do not intervene lightly.

They typically bestow treasures upon their disciples. The one undergoing the tribulation will then invite close friends and allies to lend their strength; even if such aid cannot be secured in person, they will borrow powerful artifacts to face the ordeal.

Yet such tribulations are exceedingly perilous. A single misstep, and the one lending aid could be ensnared by the calamity, losing their life for naught and becoming a Tribulation-Bearer [one who bears the karmic backlash of another's heavenly trial].

Therefore, unless they are immediate kin, ordinary cultivators, lacking life-and-death bonds, are at most willing to lend out their own prized Magical Treasure [an enchanted artifact used by cultivators]. They are seldom willing to intervene personally.

This time, Divine Lord Glaze intended to use the Seven-Aperture Exquisite Jade [a legendary jade of profound spiritual properties] to enlist Nyssa Qu's aid for Moon Consort and Stella to overcome their fourth Great Tribulation [a catastrophic heavenly trial faced by powerful cultivators] sixty thousand years hence.

"That's not it."

"Her true target was never Nyssa."

Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly, a grave expression settling upon his features.

In a flash of insight, he grasped the true intent behind Divine Lord Glaze's scheme.

Nyssa Qu held the potential to forge a Nine-Colored Immortal Clam [a mythical clam demon of supreme grade], making her a future seed of Great Luo [the pinnacle realm of cultivation] for the Immortal Clam Race of the Glazed Sea. Even if she failed, her innate talent far surpassed that of Moon Consort and Stella.

Moreover, she could be considered Divine Lord Glaze's own protege. To risk her in another's tribulation to aid Moon Consort and Stella would be like trading jade for stone—a transaction of profound folly.

Thus, Divine Lord Glaze's true target was not her, but Eldrin Chen and the power of Green Chariot Island standing behind him.

For Eldrin Chen now possesses combat power at the Late Stage Immortal Ascension Realm. As long as he breaks through to the Mid Ascendant Immortal Realm within sixty thousand years, his strength is estimated to surpass even that of the Ninth Level of Ascension to Immortality, making him a formidable ally.

Thus, the purpose of Divine Lord Glaze's action was to compel Eldrin Chen and the Green Chariot Island behind him to risk entering the tribulation, aiding Stella and Moon Consort in weathering their fourth Great Tribulation.

"The fourth Great Tribulation,"

Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly, his gaze shifting once more to the Seven-Aperture Exquisite Jade cradled in his palm. Find this and other novels at https://audio-novel.com.