Chapter 1015 : Dividing the Immortal Treasures

After determining the treasure to anchor the formation, Eldrin Chen sheathed the Netherweave Sword Embryo [an embryonic sword treasure forged from netherworld threads].

He then turned his gaze to the other three Immortal Treasure [a powerful enchanted artifact used by immortal cultivators] and said, "These treasures are also quite decent. Let's divide and refine them."

"Agreed."

Exquisite Jiang nodded, her eyes sweeping over the several Immortal Treasure.

Among these Immortal Treasure, the Immortal-Scorching Gold Cauldron [a golden cauldron capable of releasing flames that can scorch immortals] was the most precious. The Fire Feather Immortal Robe [a defensive robe woven from immortal fire feathers] ranked second as a protective treasure. The remaining Crimson Firmament Divine Thunder Mirror [a mirror artifact that channels crimson sky divine thunder], crafted from the polished skull of a Divine Spirits [a powerful spiritual entity], possessed equally Extraordinary might.

After a moment of contemplation, she spoke, "I am currently lacking an offensive treasure. I shall take this Crimson Firmament Divine Thunder Mirror."

Seeing this, Verdant Consort took the Fire Feather Immortal Robe and said, "With the Azure Dragon Stirring Sea Sword [a sword named for its power to stir the seas like an azure dragon] in hand and this Fire Feather Immortal Robe for defense, I can be considered well-equipped for both attack and protection."

After the two each claimed their treasures, only the Immortal-Scorching Gold Cauldron remained.

This Immortal-Scorching Gold Cauldron could unleash flames capable of incinerating immortals, making it the most powerful of the three Immortal Treasure. To say they were not tempted would be untrue.

For Eldrin Chen, possessing such a treasure would also augment his combat prowess by several degrees.

Having considered this, Eldrin Chen accepted the Immortal-Scorching Gold Cauldron and then began the work of setting up a Mountain Protection Formation [a defensive array that draws upon the power of a mountain or land to protect a specific area].

With the combined cultivation bases of the three of them, they soon established a grand immortal-grade formation upon Fire Mulberry Island.

This formation was named the 'Sword Fiend Demon-Slaying Formation' [a powerful offensive formation that conjures spectral sword fiends]. It could gather the vast Immortal Spirit Essence [the purified spiritual energy of the immortal realm] of the island to unleash Celestial Net Sword Fiend [a divine ability manifesting as a net of countless sword phantoms]. Its offensive power even surpassed the Immortal-Burning Grand Formation previously deployed by the Demon Race.

Seeing the formation successfully established, Exquisite Jiang could not help but smile with slight delight. "With the might of this formation," she said, "we should be able to hold our ground even against immortal or demonic beings of the Late Ascendant Immortal Realm."

"By securing this place, we have gained a measure of security for the future."

"Indeed."

Eldrin Chen nodded, then looked at the group of Mortal Path [cultivators following the path of mortality, often referring to Earth Immortals] cultivators. "While we have captured this island," he stated, "to establish a firm foothold here, we still need the recognition of the various Immortal clans."

"I intend to draft letters and send them to the three Human RaceImmortal Isles, inviting them to attend the grand ceremony for the establishment of our Path-Field [a territory or domain established by a cultivator or clan as their base of power and cultivation]."

Verdant Consort nodded in agreement. After a moment of contemplation, she added, "Xander Qian mentioned previously that if we were to establish a Path-Field, he would personally come to offer his congratulations. Should we notify him this time?"

Eldrin Chen's eyes flickered slightly, for he understood the unspoken intent behind Xander Qian's words.

Although they had successfully captured the Immortal Isles on this campaign, the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle lineage would certainly not swallow this humiliation in silence.

The Crimson Flame Divine Eagle lineage alone would be manageable—they possessed merely three Demon Immortal of the Ascendant Immortal Realm. However, this territory was, after all, where the Demon Race held overwhelming dominance.

If he wished to establish his clan here, the day he opened his Path-Field would likely necessitate another fierce confrontation.

Xander Qian's offer to personally deliver congratulations was, in essence, a declaration of his willingness to lend his support and presence.

"We have only just arrived in the Immortal Realm; our connections and foundations are virtually nonexistent,"

"Inviting Xander Qian for assistance will incur a debt of favor, yet forging ties with such a seasoned immortal is not without its merits."

Eldrin Chen elaborated thoughtfully. Having cultivated for several millennia, he had gained profound insight into the ways of navigating relationships and the world.

Whether for cultivators or for Immortal, advancing further on the path often requires forging bonds with fellow practitioners.

This not only allows for mutual discussion of the Dao of cultivation but also provides crucial support in times of need, enabling one to journey far further than a solitary rogue cultivator ever could.

Yet, by doing so, one would inevitably form Karma [the metaphysical bonds of cause and effect that tie cultivators to their actions and others] with others, which could very well become a source of calamity.

If a dear friend were to face a Tribulation [a heavenly trial or calamity] in the future, would you intervene or not? To stand aside would violate your Dao Heart [the cultivator's core principles and spiritual resolve], yet to become deeply involved would be to court disaster needlessly.

At this thought, Eldrin Chen furrowed his brow and said, "That Xander Qian lives a reclusive life, hardly seeming like a carefree Immortal [a being who has achieved immortality through cultivation] who would willingly entangle himself in Karma."

"Why then would he involve himself in this affair? Is he not afraid of making a formidable enemy of the Crimson Dragon Sea [a powerful faction or territory associated with crimson dragons]?"

Upon hearing this, the others fell into contemplative silence, unable to discern the reason for some time.

It was Nyssa Qu who, after a long moment of thought, offered a gentle smile. "Perhaps we need not overthink it. Maybe Xander Qian truly only wished to establish a connection and had no desire to make an enemy of the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle [a lineage of powerful, flame-imbued eagle demon beasts] lineage." Dive deeper into the Dao at audio-novel*com.

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Meanwhile, after his crushing defeat, the Crimson Flame [a powerful flame-based divine ability] Demon Immortal [a demonic being who has attained immortality] immediately retreated to the ancestral stronghold of his lineage, the Crimson Flame Island.

No sooner had he set foot upon Crimson Flame Island than he hastened to a secluded cave abode, disturbing the two other Demon Immortal who were in deep seclusion on the island.

The Crimson Flame Divine Eagle is a breed of immortal avian with some renown within the Immortal Realm [the higher plane of existence where immortals reside]. Yet, within the boundless vastness of the Immortal Realm, they are considered relatively ordinary, paling in comparison to lineages like the Golden-Winged Great Roc [a legendary and immensely powerful species of roc demon beast].

Their bloodlines are extraordinary; upon reaching adulthood, they naturally possess cultivation at the Infant Soul Realm [the stage where the nascent soul is formed]. Their chances of advancing to the Primordial Spirit Realm [the stage where the primordial spirit is consolidated] are also considerable. However, ascending to the Ascendant Immortal Realm [the realm of true immortality] depends entirely on fate and their comprehension of Creation [the profound principle of creation and transformation].

The Crimson Flame Divine Eagle [a powerful avian demonic beast] Demon Race [the collective term for demonic beings] before them possesses roughly one hundred thousand pure-blooded descendants. Yet, among this vast number, likely only three have managed to cultivate to the Ascendant Immortal Realm [the realm of true immortality].

The one defeated by Eldrin Chen was the Grand Elder of the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle Clan. He had attained the Ascension and Attainment of the Path [the state of becoming an immortal] for over one hundred thousand years. However, having exhausted the potential of his bloodline, his cultivation was stalled at merely the fourth level of the Ascendant Immortal Realm [the realm of true immortality].

Besides this Grand Elder, the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle lineage boasts two other Demon Immortal [an immortal being of the demon race] at the Ascendant Immortal Realm [the realm of true immortality].

The weakest among them in cultivation possessed even poorer foundational potential. Having broken through to the Ascendant Immortal Realm [the realm of true immortality] more than two hundred thousand years ago, he remained trapped between the Ascendant Immortal 3rd Tier [the third tier of the Ascendant Immortal Realm], unable to advance a single step further.

The strongest in cultivation was the Clan Patriarch of this lineage, whose power had already reached the formidable seventh level of the Ascendant Immortal Realm [the realm of true immortality]. Among the more than twenty Immortal [beings who have attained immortality] within the Crimson Dragon Sea Region, his strength ranked within the top five.

Now, with all three Demon Immortal [immortal beings of the demon race] gathered, witnessing their Grand Elder suffer such a grievous wound, expressions of shock and disbelief could not be concealed.

The Divine Eagle Grand Elder wore a look of deep shame as he spoke with grave solemnity, "Clan Patriarch, Fire Mulberry Island is lost!"

The Divine Eagle Clan Patriarch furrowed his brow, drawing a sharp breath before asking, "Who was responsible for this?"

"Three Human Race Immortal [human cultivators who have attained immortality]. They did not appear to be immortals from the surrounding seas."

The Grand Elder recounted the events of their journey in detail, informing everyone of what had transpired.

Upon hearing this, the Second Elder's expression shifted repeatedly, his face finally settling into one of righteous fury. "They dare seize Fire Mulberry Island? We cannot allow them to succeed!" he declared, his voice trembling with anger.

"Patience."

The Divine Eagle Clan Patriarch raised a hand, stopping the elder who was ready to act. He shook his head slowly. "The one who could defeat our Grand Elder within the formation's defenses is not an opponent to be taken lightly."

"Let us wait a little longer. I shall first make a trip to Crimson Dragon Island. I suspect that one will also be unwilling to see the Human Race grow too powerful."

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The Crimson Dragon Sea Region was vast and boundless, its waters dotted with countless islands, though sixteen Immortal Isles stood as its primary pillars.

Within the eastern part of the Crimson Dragon Sea, bordering the Southern Sea domain, three of these Immortal Isles were held by the Human Race. These three isles were named 'Purple Feather', 'Void-Refining', and 'Six Stars'.

Among these three Immortal Isles, Purple Feather Immortal Island was home to two Immortal [beings who have transcended mortality and attained immortality through cultivation]. Their Daoist titles were Violet Flame Immortal Maiden and Heavenly Feather Path Master, and they were a pair of Immortal Dao-companions.

The remaining Six Stars Island and Void-Refining Island each hosted one Human Race Immortal, their Daoist titles being Void-Refining and Six Stars respectively.

Upon Six Stars Immortal Island [a mystical island named for its connection to celestial constellations], a white-haired elder sat cross-legged within his cave abode, drawing in and exhaling boundless streams of Immortal Spirit Essence [the purest form of spiritual energy found in immortal realms].

This figure was none other than Six Stars Immortal, whose cultivation had reached the profound heights of the Late Ascendant Immortal Realm [the advanced stage of the Ascendant Immortal cultivation level]. He ranked among the top three supreme Immortal [a being who has transcended mortality through cultivation] within the entire Crimson Dragon Sea Region [a vast and treacherous oceanic domain].

Slowly, Six Stars Immortal concluded his cultivation cycle. As if sensing a presence, he opened his eyes and spoke, his voice echoing with ancient power, "What matter brings you here?" Access the full story on audio‑novel.com.