Chapter 1121 : A Celestial Invitation from Wind Mist Island

After reading the Invitation Letter, Eldrin Chen set it down with a thoughtful expression.

Noticing his change in demeanor, Lyra Jiang, who was beside him, inquired, "Whose Invitation Letter is it?"

"It was sent from Wind Mist Island,"

Eldrin Chen replied calmly, handing the letter to Lyra Jiang. The letter was indeed an Invitation Letter delivered from Wind Mist Island.

After reading it, a flicker of understanding passed through Lyra Jiang's eyes. "Back then, Skywind the Immortal obtained the Jade Marrow Golden Pill and immediately went into seclusion to attempt a breakthrough to the Ninth Level of Ascension to Immortality," she said.

"Now that his Great Perfection Immortal Physique has reached completion, his success was only to be expected."

"Indeed,"

Eldrin Chen nodded, a faint smile touching his lips. "My interactions with Skywind the Immortal have been few, yet he has always shown genuine sincerity. He even advised me against involving myself in the Earth Immortal Tribulation at the Setting Sun Blessed Land."

"From what I can see, his character is commendable. He seems a friend worth cultivating."

"Mmm," Lyra Jiang agreed with a slight nod. "In that case, you should prepare a suitable gift and journey to Wind Mist Island to attend his celebration banquet for this breakthrough." For the best reading experience, visit audio novel.com.

"I share that sentiment."

Eldrin Chen nodded calmly and then spoke, "In recent years, I have refined several vials of Cloud-Patterned Immortal Pill [a high-grade elixir that aids in cultivation and healing]. I shall send two of them as a gift this time."

If one gazes upon the boundless realms of the Immortal Domain [the vast realm where immortals reside], perhaps Immortals [beings who have transcended mortality through cultivation] are not uncommon.

Yet, in seas like the Crimson Dragon Sea or the Setting Sun Sea, Immortals are still beings of note, their numbers finite.

The entire Crimson Dragon Sea is home to barely thirty Immortals. The Setting Sun Sea, having been spared great calamities for nearly a million years, hosts more—yet still fewer than two hundred.

And among these Immortals, those who have reached the Ninth Level of Ascension to Immortality [the pinnacle stage of the Immortal Realm, just below the Demi-Immortal realm] are exceedingly rare.

The Crimson Dragon Sea now has only Crimson Dragon Scion at that level. The Setting Sun Sea has a few more, but aside from the Setting Sun Blessed Land [a sacred land of cultivation], the remaining pinnacle Immortals number merely two.

Thus, Skywind the Daoist's breakthrough to the Ninth Level of Ascension to Immortality has made him the third such peak Immortal outside the Setting Sun Blessed Land, placing him squarely in the limelight.

Not only did the Various Great Immortal Clans [powerful clans with Immortal ancestors] from the Setting Sun Blessed Land come to offer congratulations, but the Setting Sun Blessed Land itself dispatched an Elder to attend the banquet.

And now, upon Wind Mist Island, Skywind the Daoist greeted the assembled Immortals with a face wreathed in smiles.

The present is unlike the past. After his breakthrough to the Ninth Level of Ascension to Immortality, the strength of his Immortal Physique and his Mana have increased by at least fifty percent.

A Great Perfection Immortal Physique can be described as nearly indestructible and immortal. Even a Half-Step Earth Immortal would find it exceedingly difficult to destroy one. Two or three ordinary Late Stage Immortal Ascension Realm cultivators are no longer a match for him.

Those Fellow Daoist who once treated him as an equal now unconsciously feel a step inferior in his presence.

Yet, despite being the center of attention, a trace of solemnity lay hidden deep within the gaze of Skywind the Daoist, as if he harbored some unspoken concern or was waiting for something.

An unknowable amount of time passed before a streak of light flew across the horizon.

The arrival was a Crimson Feather Immortal Boat [an enchanted vessel adorned with crimson feathers]. It halted just before Immortal Island, and from it stepped a figure clad in White Robe as pure as snow.

"Fellow Daoist Eldrin."

Upon seeing the visitor, Skywind the Daoist revealed a smile and promptly rose to greet him.

As Skywind the Daoist approached, Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod and presented a Treasure Box. "Several Millennium have passed since we last met. To see you have achieved a perfected Immortal Physique is truly a cause for celebration."

"I have prepared a humble gift. I must insist you accept it, Fellow Daoist."

Skywind the Daoist accepted the Treasure Box. Without opening it, his divine sense instantly swept through the treasures within, and he could not help but be moved, saying, "Brother, your gift is far too precious."

"It is of no consequence," Eldrin Chen shook his head and said with a smile. "Both of us are Alchemist [masters of the art of refining spiritual pills and elixirs]. You should know that refining one or two Low Grade Immortal Pill [pills of the lowest immortal grade, containing potent spiritual energy] is not difficult."

Skywind the Daoist nodded, then shook his head again. "Still, it is far too precious. I shall accept the gift. In the future, when Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for a fellow cultivator] has a joyous occasion, I shall certainly not be stingy with my resources."

Eldrin Chen chuckled, unable to resist teasing him. "Last time, Brother said you had a large family to support and squeezed my pockets dry of Immortal Source [a concentrated source of pure immortal energy]. Today, you have become quite generous."

Skywind the Immortal replied, "Business is business, and favors are favors. They are separate matters."

At this point, Skywind the Daoist paused and said, "I had just emerged from seclusion when I heard you had slain the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle Emperor and seized nearly half of the Celestial Sand Archipelago [a vast archipelago of islands in the celestial seas]." Discover more cultivation stories at audi0-n0vel.c0m.

"Your methods, dear brother, truly make me see you in a new light."

Skywind the Daoist spoke at length, exchanging pleasantries with Eldrin Chen for a short while before leading him into the heart of Wind Mist Island.

At this moment, Wind Mist Island was already gathered with more than twenty Immortal [beings who have transcended mortality and attained immortality]. Most were close friends of Skywind the Daoist or other Immortal from the Setting Sun Sea.

Eldrin Chen scanned his surroundings and spotted his good friend Xander Qian. Seizing the opportunity, he approached and greeted Xander Qian.

"How have you been lately, Brother Qian?"

Upon seeing Eldrin Chen, Xander Qian could not help but give him a deep, searching look.

He did not answer immediately, instead pulling Eldrin Chen aside into a secluded corner. Only then did he speak with a sigh, his expression heavy. "I saw it long ago—you were never meant to be confined to a pond."

"Yet I never imagined that in just a few Millennium, you would carve out your own domain within the Crimson Dragon Sea and even slay that Crimson Flame Divine Eagle Emperor."

At this point, Xander Qian's expression suddenly turned grave. "However, heed an old friend's counsel. As the saying goes, 'What is too rigid breaks easily.' There are times when you must learn to sheath your sharp edge."

"You must be cautious!"

Eldrin Chen's pupils contracted slightly, and he asked with a hint of hesitation, "To whom does the Fellow Daoist refer?"

Xander Qian did not answer directly, instead transmitting his voice secretly. "This Immortal Domain is vast and boundless, always home to extraordinary individuals. Yet, possessing talent does not guarantee great achievement."

"You must understand that the overlords who rule these seas may not tolerate the birth of a new Earth Immortal Blessed Land [a sacred land of immense spiritual power, suitable for Earth Immortals]."

Hearing this, a flicker of cold light passed through Eldrin Chen's eyes.

He had a vague suspicion that what Xander Qian referred to was the hegemon of the Setting Sun Sea, the Setting Sun Blessed Land.

At this thought, his expression grew solemn, and he could not help but send a covert mental message: "I would appreciate your guidance, Fellow Daoist."

"Guidance is too strong a word,"

Xander Qian shook his head, continuing the mental transmission: "It might be wise to temper your edge for now. The longer Crimson Dragon Scion can be persuaded to stay, the better."

"I understand,"

Eldrin Chen nodded, offering a respectful cupped-hand salute of thanks to Xander Qian.

With that, neither of them spoke further on the matter.

This grand immortal banquet lasted a full nine days, a joyous occasion where host and guests alike reveled in delight. It was only after those nine days that the assembly gradually dispersed.

Eldrin Chen also prepared to rise and take his leave, but was detained alone by Skywind the Daoist.

Only after the others had departed did Skywind the Daoist lead Eldrin Chen to a secluded Cultivation Cave.

Before Eldrin Chen could voice his confusion, Skywind the Daoist smiled and inquired, "I observed your rapport with Xander Qian is quite good. Having just met, he must have shared something with you."

Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly, yet he offered no verbal reply.

What Xander Qian had implied, alluding to the Setting Sun Blessed Land, was not something easily spoken aloud.

Seeing this, Skywind the Daoist smiled faintly and said, "Even if you do not speak, I can guess what Xander Qian told you."

"Did he advise you to sheath your brilliance, to conceal your true self and bide your time for the opportune moment?" Visit audi novel.com to enjoy the complete series.