Chapter 1029 Chiyang Sea

Chapter 1, The Path Grows Evergreen "Many thanks for your warning, Fellow Daoist. We understand."

Hearing Qian Xuande's words, Eldrin smiled faintly and cupped his hands in gratitude.

After Qian Xuande had departed, the 2 stood side by side watching his receding figure. The Void-Refining Immortal, however, shook his head slightly and remarked, "Though Qian Xuande is a First Tribulation Elder Immortal, he has lost the edge that once made him tower above his peers."

Secluded atop the celestial mountain, untouched by worldly affairs—though such detachment might spare 1 from minor tribulations, when the true cataclysm descends, evasion remains an impossibility.

Eldrin also gave a slight nod, showing a measure of approval.

Though mature and steady is good, and staying aloof from worldly affairs may seem carefree and unfettered,

Yet all immortals are peerless heroes who stand above the masses. Once they lose that indomitable pride that could command mountains and rivers, even ascension would likely reduce them to mediocrity.

To advance further and establish oneself as a patriarch among immortals, 1 must ultimately strive against the current, battling upstream along the eternal river.

Compared to those immortals in major sects who have lived for tens of millions of years under the protection of mighty beings' fortunes, these transcendents who have weathered tribulations are far more formidable.

They dared to face tribulations with their very beings, ultimately transcending myriad calamities to rise above the ordinary, alter their destined fates, and ascend to the realms of Earth Immortals and even Celestial Immortals.

"Each person walks a different path, and each path holds a different truth."

"For Elder Xuan De Qian, perhaps attaining a carefree and eternal life would be more than enough to satisfy him."

Finally, Eldrin (Person Name) spoke calmly, choosing not to pursue the matter further.

He glanced at the Crimson Sunset Immortal Market and said, "There are still 3 100 years until the Earth Immortal's legacy site emerges. Let us return and make some preparations first."

"Very well!"

Leaving the Crimson Sun Blessed Land behind, the 2 made their way toward the Scarlet Dragon Sea.

They returned to the Crimson Dragon Sea and went their separate ways, each returning to their own dojo.

"How is it?"

He had just returned to the summit of Verdant Chariot Mountain (Location) when Aoki-hime (Person Name) could no longer restrain herself from asking.

Eldrin shook his head and recounted what he had witnessed during this journey to the group.

After hearing this, the brows of the women furrowed slightly. Lyra (Person Name) voiced her concern, "An Earth Immortal's relic is likely fraught with peril. Perhaps we should go together."

No need!

Eldrin shook his head resolutely, his expression turning grave as he said, "You are with child. If you exert your full strength in combat, it will disturb the fetal energy. By then, regret would be utterly futile."

"But..."

Lyra wished to say more, but Eldrin waved his hand dismissively.

He took Lyra (Person Name) by the arm and comforted her with a gentle smile, "Do not worry. Though many immortals in this realm could wound me with my current cultivation, few could truly claim my life."

"As long as I focus solely on fleeing, even a Ninth-Level Ascension cultivator wouldn't be able to keep me here."

Hearing this, Lyra felt slightly reassured, knowing full well that Eldrin spoke the truth.

Because Eldrin not only possessed formidable strength, but also wielded the mighty Primordial Chaos Indestructible Body, his physical resilience nearly rivaled that of an immortal artifact, making his means of survival truly extraordinary.

At this thought, Lyra smoothed her robes and produced the Crimson Sky Divine Thunder Mirror (Magic Treasure), saying, "This journey is perilous. Take this immortal treasure with you—it may prove useful in a critical moment."

Seeing this, Qing Ji took out the Fire Feather Immortal Garment in her hand and said, "The Fire Feather Immortal Garment can activate autonomous protection. You should take it with you as well."

"No need, no need."

Seeing the 2 women’s concern, Eldrin shook his head with a bitter smile.

He pushed the 2 treasures back and declared with full confidence, "I possess the Heavenly Severance Twin Swords, the Primordial Golden Lotus Throne (Spiritual Object), the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root), and the Golden Cauldron—4 immortal treasures in total. Moreover, I have several divine abilities of the immortal path to safeguard myself."

"These 2 immortal treasures are merely low-grade artifacts, and their utility to me has greatly diminished."

"On the contrary, you should be cautious. After my departure, if the Divine Condor lineage of Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) comes seeking trouble, these 2 immortal treasures may prove quite useful."

The 2 women understood that Eldrin (Person Name) made a valid point, and only then did they withdraw their treasures.

Lyra nodded, taking his hand as she said, "Rest assured. With us here and the Mountain Guarding Formation bolstering our defenses, Green Abyss Island will not fall."

Time flew by, and in the blink of an eye, several 100 years had passed.

To avoid missing the opening of the Earth Immortal's blessed realm, Eldrin set out 3 years in advance and arrived at the Void-Refining Immortal Island.

Void-Refining Immortal had been waiting for quite some time. Seeing his arrival, the immortal said, "Let us depart."

"Shall we accompany Immortal Liu Chen?"

Before parting, Eldrin glanced at the Crimson Dragon Sea and inquired.

The 6 Stars Immortal had implied earlier that he would likely enter the Earthly Immortal Realm as well, which was why Eldrin was considering whether to accompany him.

The Refining Void Immortal, however, shook his head and replied with a bitter smile, "6 Cycles Immortal has attained immortality for hundreds of thousands of years. He has several close friends, all of whom are at the middle or late stages of Ascendant Immortal cultivation."

"If we join them, even if there are gains to be had, we'll only be left with scraps by the time it reaches us."

"Very well."

Hearing this, Eldrin had no choice but to relent.

After speaking, the Refined Void Immortal’s gaze turned solemn as he added, “I’ve received word that the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) Divine Eagle Emperor also intends to enter the Scarlet Sun Earthly Immortal Realm.”

"This creature holds grudges with a vengeance, so you must remain cautious once you enter."

"Truly?"

To everyone's surprise, Eldrin (Person Name) appeared not alarmed but delighted, saying with considerable pleasure, "Is he truly going to enter?"

Entering the Immortal Realm, Eldrin's greatest concern remained Green Abyss Island.

As Lyra (Person Name) and the others had been pregnant for several 100 years, though still far from their delivery date, their combat prowess had nevertheless been somewhat affected.

Once he departed, if the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) and the Divine Eagle Emperor were to launch an assault, it would likely culminate in a fierce battle. Thus, Eldrin (Person Name) harbored considerable apprehension.

Upon hearing that the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) Divine Eagle Emperor would also journey to the Earthly Immortal Realm, Eldrin (Person Name) breathed a sigh of relief and chuckled, "If the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) Divine Eagle Emperor wishes to trouble me, let him come."

"This..."

Seeing that Eldrin seemed unconcerned, the Void-Refining Immortal assumed he didn't grasp the gravity of the situation. With a solemn expression, he cautioned, "The Terran Immortal Realm is nothing like Green Abyss Island. Without protective formations, he will undoubtedly seize the opportunity to strike at you."

"Stay close behind me when the time comes. Working together, we might stand a chance against him."

"I understand."

Eldrin nodded, a flicker of warmth blooming in his heart.

Seeing that Eldrin (Person Name) had only recently ascended, the Void-Refining Immortal assumed he was no match for the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) Divine Eagle Sovereign. While this seemed like an underestimation, it actually stemmed from a profound desire to protect the younger generation.

Some things needed no explanation. Without a word, Eldrin followed the Transcendent Void Immortal toward the Crimson Sun Sea.

The Crimson Sun Sea lay to the west of the Setting Sun Blessed Land, separated from the Scarlet Dragon Sea by the vast expanse of the Setting Sun Sea.

The 2 of them flew onward without stopping, and it took a full 2 months before they finally arrived.

This was a sea region dotted with numerous islands, its waters quite shallow. The entire expanse of water took on the color of crimson clouds, faintly imbued with a brewing sense of Pure Yang Qi (Spiritual Root).

"Is this the Crimson Sun Sea?"

Gazing upon the Crimson Sun Sea before him, Eldrin’s brow furrowed slightly as he recalled the origins of this Crimson Sun Blessed Land.

Unlike the Crimson Sun Blessed Land, this Blazing Sun Blessed Land was not formed from the remains of an innate deity, but was a miraculous place born from the convergence of heaven and earth's creation—and it held some connection to that Crimson Sun Celestial Deity.