Chapter 1079 : A Marriage of Immortals

Since both parties harbored mutual affection, Eldrin Chen saw no need for further words. After discussing the matter with Sky Feather Immortal, he formally arranged their marriage.

Thus, among Eldrin Chen's five children, both Second Son and Third Son could now be considered settled with families and established paths.

The remaining Xander Qing Chen and Caelus Chen were still young, requiring no such considerations for now. The eldest son, Xander Chen, showed no interest in women and currently had no desire to seek a Dao companion [a cultivation partner, often for life and mutual advancement].

Contemplating how the Chen Clan would grow stronger with their union, a flicker of joy warmed Eldrin Chen's heart. He raised his cup in a toast shared with all the assembled Immortals.

Thus, almost imperceptibly, the banquet drew to its close, and the Immortals began to take their leave one after another.

After the guests had mostly departed, Sylas Ye, the Immortal lingered. His gaze settled on Eldrin Chen, Lyra Jiang, and Verdant Consort as he spoke, "Fellow Immortals, might we converse in private?"

"Of course," came the reply.

Eldrin Chen offered a knowing smile. He had not invited Sylas Ye, the Immortal this time, yet the Immortal had come unbidden—a clear sign of a specific purpose. Now, it seemed his intuition was correct.

Indeed, events were unfolding just as Eldrin Chen had anticipated.

Ushering Sylas Ye, the Immortal into a secluded chamber, Eldrin Chen personally poured him a cup of tea before inquiring, "For what purpose, fellow Immortal, have you sought me out today?" This chapter is part of a larger work available at audio-novel .c om.

"Hahaha."

Sylas Ye, the Immortal let out a hearty laugh, then his expression abruptly turned solemn as he said, "My purpose in coming here is twofold."

"Oh?"

Eldrin Chen's gaze flickered slightly as he waited silently for Sylas Ye, the Immortal to continue.

That Sylas Ye, the Immortal nodded and extended a single finger. "The first matter," he began, "is to request that Fellow Daoist lend your aid when the next Great Tribulation descends, to emerge from seclusion and assist."

"To aid Setting Sun Ancient Ancestor in transcending his tribulation?"

Eldrin Chen's expression shifted slightly, a trace of astonishment coloring his voice.

Sylas Ye, the Immortal nodded again, his face etched with utmost seriousness. "Precisely so. We wish to ask you to emerge and assist the Ancient Ancestor in overcoming his heavenly trial."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen's gaze grew heavy with contemplation.

That Setting Sun Ancient Ancestor was the Five-Tribulation Immortal of the Setting Sun Blessed Land. In recent years, the Setting Sun Blessed Land had spared no effort, its actions frequent and significant, all to support his breakthrough into the Earth Immortal Realm.

First, they dispatched Duskfall Scion to infiltrate the Crimson Sun Earth Immortal Realm to steal the Fourth Grade Heaven's Pillar alongside Azure Firmament Goddess and others. Then, they contended for the Divine Mark Purple Gold within the Glazed Blessed Land.

Now, they are even inviting him to descend the mountain to assist them so early. This clearly shows their determination to help him achieve the Earth Immortal [a powerful immortal realm tied to the earth and its energies] this time.

Thinking of this, Eldrin Chen exchanged a glance with Lyra Jiang.

Understanding his meaning, Lyra Jiang immediately declined with grace, saying, "The Earth Immortal Tribulation [the cataclysmic heavenly trial to ascend to the Earth Immortal realm] is a terror beyond measure. My husband and I are but newly ascended Immortals [beings who have transcended mortality through cultivation]. What virtue or capability do we possess to intervene in such matters?"

"No, no, no. You Fellow Daoists [a respectful term for fellow cultivators] must not underestimate yourselves."

Sylas Ye, the Immortal shook his head repeatedly, a faint smile gracing his lips as he spoke. "Fellow Immortal Eldrin [a respectful title for Immortal Eldrin] managed to defeat the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle Emperor, proving his strength is not inferior to that of a Late Stage Immortal Ascension Realm [the final stage before becoming a full Immortal] cultivator."

"If within sixty thousand years, your prowess advances further, your combat power will likely rival that of an Ascendant Immortal Eighth or Ninth Layer [the eighth or ninth tier within the Ascendant Immortal realm]."

Sylas Ye, the Immortal elaborated, his gaze filled with admiration. "When the time comes, should you choose to act, you would undoubtedly become one of our strongest pillars of support."

"Rest assured," he continued, "if you are willing to descend the mountain and lend your aid, we guarantee you will break through to the Mid Ascendant Immortal Realm [the middle stage of the Ascendant Immortal realm] within fifty thousand years."

"And we promise that upon the successful completion of our endeavor, you will receive an exceedingly generous reward."

Upon hearing this, a glint of solemnity flashed within Eldrin Chen's eyes.

Although Sylas Ye, the Immortal's words were as sweet as honeyed dew, Eldrin was acutely aware of his own capabilities.

This Setting Sun Ancient Ancestor aimed not only to survive his sixth tribulation but to seize the moment to break through to the Earth Immortal Realm [the realm of an Earth Immortal, a powerful state of being anchored to the mortal world]. It was clear this calamity would inevitably escalate into a terrifying Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic event of cosmic scale and profound karmic consequence].

A mere Ninth Level of Ascension to Immortality [the pinnacle stage just below true Immortality] cultivator might have a role to play in such an event, but he would likely be little more than cannon fodder.

This was especially true since he was not a native of the Setting Sun Blessed Land. Should the situation deteriorate into chaos, or if sacrifices needed to be made, he would undoubtedly be the first one they would discard.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen shook his head resolutely, his gaze firm. "You jest, Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for a fellow cultivator]. I am but a newly ascended immortal, a fledgling who dares not meddle in such a Great Tribulation." Support the author by reading on AUDIO-NOVEL.COM.

"Let us speak of this no more. I will most certainly not involve myself in this calamity."

"This..."

Seeing Eldrin Chen's unwavering resolve, Sylas Ye, the Immortal, could not help but let his eyes flicker with a subtle shift.

In truth, he had anticipated Eldrin's reaction. His inquiry had merely been a probing gesture, a test of the waters.

Now, seeing that Eldrin Chen disagreed, he could not help but smile and say, "Since that is the case, I shall not press the matter further."

"Let us discuss another matter instead."

At this point, Sylas Ye, the Immortal paused briefly, his voice trailing off.

His expression turned extremely grave, and he then spoke, "Before we speak of this, I must ask the several Fellow Daoist to swear a Heavenly Dao Oath [a vow sworn upon the Heavenly Dao, the fundamental laws of the cosmos; breaking it invites the Dao's disfavor and calamity], pledging not to divulge any information concerning this matter."

"Oh?"

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen exchanged a glance with Verdant Consort and Lyra Jiang, understanding the gravity of the situation.

Their curiosity piqued, they thought that swearing an oath was a small price, requiring only that they themselves keep the secret. Nodding, they said, "We agree."

With that, the three of them swore the Heavenly Dao Oath.

An Immortal [a being who has achieved immortality through cultivation] possesses a resolute Dao Heart [the core of a cultivator's will and spiritual foundation] and has already attained the Dao and eternal life. They fear neither a Heart Demon Oath [a vow that summons inner demons if broken] nor an Oath of Reincarnation [a vow that binds one's future lives]; their sole dread is this oath to the Heavenly Dao.

This Heavenly Dao Oath is a pledge sworn to the Heavenly Dao itself. To violate it is to earn the Dao's disdain, and under a Great Tribulation [a catastrophic heavenly trial or calamity], survival becomes all but impossible.

Naturally, only an Immortal [a being who has transcended mortality and ascended to the immortal realm] possesses the qualification to swear an oath before the Heavenly Dao [the supreme, impersonal natural order and law of the cosmos]. To the Heavenly Dao, mortals are mere ants; regardless of whether it intervenes, they will inevitably face birth, aging, sickness, and death, utterly unworthy of its attention.

Witnessing Eldrin Chen swear the Heavenly Dao Oath [a binding vow made upon the Heavenly Dao, with severe karmic consequences for breaking it], Sylas Ye, the Immortal finally let out a sigh of relief and spoke.

"In truth, my purpose in coming here is also to invite you to join me in exploring the ruins of the Yin-Yang Immortal Sect [an ancient sect specializing in the profound dualities of yin and yang]."

As Sylas Ye, the Immortal narrated the tale, Eldrin Chen began to understand the true purpose of his visit.

It turned out that Sylas Ye, the Immortal had sought out Eldrin Chen this time specifically to explore the ruins of the Yin-Yang Immortal Sect.

The Yin-Yang Immortal Sect of the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea was an ancient Immortal Sect [a major organization of immortal cultivators] with a rather long and storied heritage, said to have risen to prominence some six million years ago.

Even a million years ago, this lineage was considered exceptionally prosperous. At its peak, it was said to have boasted over sixty Immortal and, more impressively, three Ancient Ancestor [venerable, supremely powerful founders of a lineage] who had reached the Half-Step Earth Immortal Realm [a quasi-legendary realm just below that of a true Earth Immortal].

Those three Half-Step Earth Immortal were all exceedingly powerful. The strongest among them, the Yin-Yang Ancient Ancestor [the Progenitor of the Yin-Yang Sect], was said to have been a Six Tribulations Immortal [an immortal who has survived six Heavenly Tribulations, a feat of immense power and fortune].

That Yin-Yang Ancient Ancestor possessed extraordinary talent. Breaking through to the Earth Immortal Realm [the realm of an Earth Immortal, a being deeply connected to the world's essence] would have been effortless for him. Yet, to forge an even more supreme Celestial Immortal Foundation [the foundational essence for ascending to the highest echelons of immortality], he sought to brave a seventh Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic trial of heavenly lightning and cosmic judgment].

The might of such a Seven Tribulations Immortal [an immortal who has survived seven Heavenly Tribulations, a nearly mythical achievement] is utterly terrifying. Within the vast expanse of the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea, beings of such caliber could be counted on one hand.

They possessed the strength to defeat an Earth Immortal Progenitor [a cultivator who has ascended to the level of an immortal tied to the mortal world], granting them at least a one in ten chance of one day breaking through to Heaven Immortal [a true immortal who has transcended the mortal realm]. This potential far surpassed that of ordinary Immortals [beings who have achieved immortality through cultivation] who cultivated both Laws of the Dao [the fundamental principles and rules that govern reality] and an Immortal Physique [a body refined and tempered to an immortal state].

Yet, the sheer terror of the Seventh Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic heavenly trial that tests a cultivator's destiny] was beyond measure, making its passage an ordeal of unimaginable difficulty.

Though Yin-Yang Ancient Ancestor [the Ancient Ancestor who mastered the dual forces of Yin and Yang] possessed exceptional talent and power nearly rivaling an Earth Immortal Progenitor, he ultimately failed. The entire Yin-Yang Immortal Sect [the Immortal Sect dedicated to the Way of Yin and Yang] was subsequently obliterated within that calamitous tribulation. Visit audio–novel.com to enjoy the complete series.