Chapter 1025 : Serenity's Unseen Path

After bidding farewell to Lord of Dark Night Nether Lord, Eldrin Chen soon returned to Green Chariot Island.

Now that he possessed the immortal mountain Path-Field and had sent Imperial Sovereign Jiang into Reincarnation [the cycle of death and rebirth], the pressing matters could be considered settled for the time being.

In the days that followed, freed from the suffocating pressure of the mortal world's Demon God [a powerful, malevolent deity-like entity] and the urgency of Ascension and Attainment of the Path [the process of transcending mortality to become an immortal], he found a rare and precious peace.

Thus, Eldrin Chen finally had the time to quiet his mind and begin contemplating the path that lay ahead of him.

Since attaining immortality, Eldrin Chen had not yet devoted sufficient, clear thought to the intricacies of his cultivation journey.

Now, having settled into this Serene state, he immersed himself in secluded cultivation within the mountains. In his leisure, he would either play the zither by the island's inner lake or seek enlightenment by the vast sea's shore, seemingly rediscovering the mindset of his youth.

In his younger days, during his secluded cultivation on Spirit Lake Isle, he would often drift upon the lake in a boat, playing his zither. That sense of leisurely elegance had been absent for many years.

To Eldrin Chen's surprise, he discovered that by setting down the burdens of his spirit and cultivating in earnest, he had, as if by some unseen force, shattered a certain inner shackle, rendering his mind more pure.

This, in turn, unexpectedly accelerated his cultivation progress. Unconsciously, he advanced his Primordial One Immortal Scripture [a profound scripture for immortal cultivation] to the mid-stage of the Ascendant Immortal Realm [a specific tier within the immortal cultivation hierarchy].

"It seems that quiet, focused cultivation is actually more conducive to comprehending profound arts," he mused. For the best reading experience, visit audio novel.com.

Having deduced the Primordial One Immortal Scripture [a supreme foundational cultivation scripture] to its sixth layer, Eldrin Chen set down the scroll in his hands, a profound tranquility settling over his heart.

Before attaining immortality, Eldrin Chen had marched forward under immense pressure. Though he transformed that pressure into motivation, propelling his cultivation speed forward by leaps and bounds.

Yet after becoming an immortal, with the target of the Outer Realm Demon God [a powerful demonic entity from beyond this realm] no longer looming, his cultivation pace had instead slowed considerably.

Now, having settled into stability, he calmed his mind to organize his cultivation path, finally stepping back onto the proper track of advancement.

"Having deduced the Primordial One Immortal Scripture to this point, it is sufficient for cultivation for the time being."

"Next, it is time to make some plans for the cultivation that follows."

Eldrin Chen murmured to himself, putting away the Primordial One Immortal Scripture, only then noticing Exquisite Jiang approaching.

"My lady."

Eldrin Chen drew Exquisite Jiang close, noting her expression seemed caught between joy and worry, and could not help but ask, "What is the matter today, my lady?"

"Husband..."

Exquisite Jiang hesitated, her expression flickering with uncertainty.

At that moment, Verdant Consort stepped forward. She exchanged a glance with Exquisite Jiang, then said with a gentle smile, "We are with child."

Eldrin Chen was momentarily stunned, a complex mix of shock and joy washing over his features.

Yet, he recovered swiftly, his hands finding and clasping theirs with a firm, reassuring grip.

For beings of their exalted status as Immortal [transcendent cultivators who have ascended beyond mortality], conceiving offspring was no simple matter. To bring forth a child of their bloodline demanded a profound sacrifice.

An Immortal is no longer mortal. A child born of two Immortal is an Immortal Infant [a child born with the innate potential of an immortal], its foundational talent and destiny rivaling that of legendary beings like the True Dragon and Immortal Phoenix—the very pinnacle of Mythical Immortal Seed [a being of mythic origin with supreme cultivation potential].

Conceiving such an Immortal Infant is a feat of immense rarity. Furthermore, from conception to birth, the process spans no less than three thousand years.

During this time, the female immortal's combat prowess is greatly diminished by the influence of the fetus. For a millennium after the birth, she remains in a state of profound weakness.

Thus, Eldrin Chen found himself torn. Part of him yearned for children with Exquisite Jiang and Verdant Consort, yet another part feared the immense burden it would place upon them.

After all, they were newcomers to the Immortal Realm [the higher plane of existence where immortals reside]. In the Crimson Dragon Sea, formidable enemies lurked. Should word of their pregnancy spread, the lineage of the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle would surely not pass up such a golden opportunity to strike.

After much deliberation, Eldrin Chen looked at Verdant Consort and Exquisite Jiang, his expression hesitant as he said, "Once you are with child, I fear it will have a significant impact on your own cultivation and well-being. I am concerned..."

"My husband."

Seeing his hesitation, Exquisite Jiang firmly grasped Eldrin Chen's hand.

She shook her head resolutely, her tone unwavering. "Husband, we have been together for thousands of years. It is time we had descendants of our own."

"I wish to be with you, to raise our children together."

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Eldrin Chen's face showed his inner conflict. On one hand, he worried that if Exquisite Jiang and Verdant Consort became pregnant, they might become targets for powerful enemies seeking to exploit their vulnerability.

On the other hand, he deeply desired this child.

Verdant Consort, witnessing his turmoil, also took his hand firmly. "Before we attained immortality, we feared the coming of the great calamity. We were focused solely on our ascension, so we never dared to conceive."

"But now that we have both become immortals, what reason is there left to hesitate?"

At the same moment, Violet Consort Yan and Lila approached. Violet Consort Yan firmly grasped his hand and said, "The higher one's cultivation [the practice of refining one's body and spirit to ascend towards immortality] becomes, the more difficult it is to conceive descendants."

"Right now, Exquisite and Verdant Consort can still conceive. But if we miss this chance, as their cultivation deepens with each passing day, it may be millions of years before they have another opportunity to bear a child."

Lila also nodded, her expression grave. "To exist between heaven and earth, even an Immortal [a being who has achieved immortality through cultivation] does not possess absolute freedom and ease."

"Great calamities, Path Tribulation [a trial or catastrophe related to one's cultivation path], Kalpa Tribulation [an immense cosmic cycle of destruction and renewal], and all manner of powerful foes... No matter how strong you become, as long as you seek to advance further on your path and claim the opportunities bestowed by heaven and earth, you will inevitably make enemies."

"If you refrain from having children out of fear of powerful enemies, you will never have descendants of your own bloodline."

Finally, Nyssa Qu looked over as well. Her beautiful eyes rested on Eldrin Chen as she gave a slight bow. "This humble one and my sisters also wish to bear you a descendant before we ascend to immortality."

Eldrin Chen remained silent for a long moment. He glanced at Nyssa Qu, then let his gaze sweep over Lila and the others. In the end, his resolve solidified.

He nodded, his decision made. "So be it. My wives, focus on nurturing the child within you. Leave all other matters to me."

"…"

With their resolve firm to leave behind descendants, the group immediately embarked upon their great undertaking of child-making.

Compared to the need for a stroke of Fortune [a favorable turn of events or opportunity] for an Immortal [a being who has achieved immortality through cultivation] to conceive a child with inherited bloodline potential, it is considerably easier for a Primordial Spirit Cultivator [a cultivator whose spiritual core has formed into a Primordial Spirit] to become pregnant.

Three hundred years passed in the blink of an eye. Lila, Violet Consort Yan, and Nyssa Qu had all conceived children.

Early one morning, Eldrin Chen emerged from his cultivation abode, bid farewell to his wives, and set off for Void-Refining Immortal Island.

Upon arriving at Void-Refining Immortal Island, Eldrin Chen sought out the Void-Refining Immortal.

Seeing him at her door, the Void-Refining Immortal showed no surprise, merely offering a slight smile. "Since you've arrived, we should depart," she said.

"Agreed."

Eldrin Chen gave a faint smile and followed the Void-Refining Immortal as they headed towards the Lingering Sun Sea Region.

The purpose of their journey was to attend the Barter Convention [a grand gathering where cultivators trade rare treasures and resources], held once every ten thousand years within the Lingering Sun Blessed Land.

As they flew, the Void-Refining Immortal began to explain. "The Barter Convention of the Lingering Sun Blessed Land is convened once every ten millennia."

"Each time the Barter Convention opens, it attracts over a hundred Immortal from the surrounding sea regions to participate."

"At the grand assembly, there will not only be transactions of Immortal Treasure [a supreme-grade magical treasure of immense power], but also legacies concerning immortal-grade talismans, artifact forging, and alchemy."

"You have just arrived in the Immortal Realm [a higher plane of existence where immortals reside], and your personal resources and foundation are still quite meager. If you can acquire some of these, it would greatly enhance your own foundation."

"I understand."

Eldrin Chen nodded upon hearing this. Although his skills in alchemy, artifact forging, and even his Formation [the art of creating and manipulating mystical arrays] techniques had already ascended to the immortal-grade realm, making any further progress from this point would be exceedingly difficult. For uninterrupted reading, go to audio - novel . com.