Chapter 1080 : A Secret Forged in Sun and Sea

That the Polarity Immortal Sect sank into the Bottomless Abyssal Sea and vanished without a trace, who would have thought that Verdant Sparse Immortal would now uncover a lead to its whereabouts.

After listening, Verdant Consort said with a profound gaze, "The ruins of the Polarity Immortal Sect are of immense value, and the Lingering Sun Blessed Land is teeming with powerful experts. Why, sir, do you invite us to explore it together?"

"With the strength of my Lingering Sun Blessed Land, we could certainly secure it alone."

Verdant Sparse Immortal paused, his smile fading as he continued, "However, though the Lingering Sun Blessed Land is vast, it contains far too many formidable individuals within its ranks."

"This is my Opportunity and Fortune. If I were to inform the denizens of the Blessed Land, what treasures of the Polarity Immortal Sect would ever fall to my share?"

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen finally understood Verdant Sparse Immortal's true intention.

Although the Lingering Sun Blessed Land was powerful, it housed over seventy Immortal [powerful beings who have transcended mortality through cultivation]. Among them, more than twenty had reached the Late Ascendant Immortal Realm [a high stage of immortal cultivation], and above them stood the Half-Step Earth Immortal Setting Sun Patriarch and the Earth Immortal Lingering Sun Patriarch.

Under such circumstances, if this matter were reported to the Lingering Sun Blessed Land, the portion that would end up in Verdant Sparse Immortal's hands would likely be meager.

Indeed, it unfolded just as Eldrin Chen had surmised. Verdant Sparse Immortal said with a deep, meaningful look, "To speak plainly, if we were to involve the Lingering Sun Immortal Sect..."

"Then, by established custom, the Patriarch would claim half, and the Setting Sun Patriarch would also take three-tenths." Immerse yourself in the complete world at http://www . audio-novel.com.

"Of the remaining twenty percent, ten percent goes to the Immortal [a being who has ascended to immortality through cultivation] who took action. What ends up in my hands is merely a single ten percent share."

"I see."

Eldrin Chen nodded upon hearing this. Although he was quite intrigued by the ruins of the Polarity Immortal Sect, he also grew more cautious.

He paused briefly, his gaze turning profound as he said, "That may be so, but the ties between you and I... are not deep."

Verdant Sparse Immortal smiled faintly in response, calmly lifting his teacup. "There are three reasons for inviting you."

"First, Fellow Cultivator Eldrin's strength is considerable. You can be of great assistance, yet you cannot surpass my own power."

"Second, the three of you have ascended to the Immortal Realm [the higher plane of existence where immortals reside] not long ago. You have not joined any major sects nor entered the service of the Immortal Court [the celestial bureaucracy governing immortals], so your backgrounds are not overly complex."

"Third, you are not from the Lingering Sun Blessed Land. I need not worry that through you, news might inadvertently leak and alert the two Patriarch [a venerable and powerful leader of a sect or clan] of my sect."

Eldrin Chen nodded again, acknowledging that the Verdant Sparse Immortal had calculated this with great precision.

This Verdant Sparse Immortal possessed cultivation at the Ascendant Immortal 8th Tier [the eighth level of the Ascendant Immortal realm]. Unwilling to let matters slip from his control, he was thus disinclined to invite any Immortal whose power exceeded his own.

Therefore, the individuals he invited all possessed strength at the Late Ascendant Immortal Realm [the advanced stage of the Ascendant Immortal cultivation realm] level, yet were slightly weaker than himself, and furthermore, could not be from the Lingering Sun Blessed Land.

With such criteria, the number of suitable candidates was inherently limited.

In Verdant Sparse Immortal's estimation, Eldrin Chen and his two companions had ascended to the Immortal Realm [the higher plane of existence for immortals] not long ago; their combined strength likely amounted to roughly the level of an Ascendant Immortal 8th Tier [the eighth tier within the Ascendant Immortal realm].

Even if they harbored intentions to scheme against Verdant Sparse Immortal, they would likely struggle to find many trustworthy allies. Thus, they counted as one of the most suitable choices.

Contemplating this, Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod. "Your strength reaches the Ascendant Immortal 8th Tier, yet you cannot secure the Polarity Immortal Sect [an ancient sect specializing in the dual forces of yin and yang] ruins. The dangers within must be exceedingly grave."

"I must ask you to share the full details of the situation. Otherwise, I dare not make a rash decision."

Upon hearing this, Verdant Sparse Immortal's expression shifted subtly. He seemed to recall something, drawing a deep breath before speaking. "Within the Polarity Immortal Sect ruins, an ancient ferocious beast, the Soaring Serpent [a primordial winged serpent of immense power], has made its lair."

"A Soaring Serpent!"

Eldrin Chen's countenance tightened with shock. The Soaring Serpent was an exceptionally powerful beast from the primordial age.

Such Primordial Era [the mythic age at the dawn of creation] ferocious beasts possessed intellect akin to a child's, yet their temperaments were overwhelmingly domineering, and their strength was invariably among the very pinnacle.

According to Eldrin Chen's understanding, the physical strength of a Soaring Serpent [a primordial winged serpent] is likely no weaker than that of a Ascendant Immortal 9th Tier [the ninth and highest tier of the Ascendant Immortal realm]. Those with slightly purer bloodlines are probably comparable to a Half-Step Earth Immortal [a cultivator who has taken half a step into the Earth Immortal realm].

At this thought, Eldrin Chen's expression shifted slightly as he stood up and said, "The Soaring Serpent is a great menace from the Primordial Era [the earliest epoch of creation]. Even a Sky-Touching Realm [a realm where cultivators begin to touch the laws of heaven] Immortal [an immortal being who has transcended mortality] would face mortal peril confronting it."

"This journey is far too perilous. I must beg your pardon, but we dare not accompany you."

"I understand perfectly."

Verdant Sparse Immortal [an immortal known as Verdant Sparse] seemed to have anticipated this. He grasped Eldrin Chen's arm and said, "Set your mind at ease. Besides you, I have invited four other powerful Immortal for this venture."

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Eldrin Chen was momentarily taken aback. Verdant Sparse Immortal continued, "Four Late Ascendant Immortal Realm [immortals at the late stage of the Ascendant Immortal realm], all like you—outsiders without deep local ties."

Here, fearing Eldrin Chen might still refuse, Verdant Sparse Immortal added,

"I ventured into the ruins of the Polarity Immortal Sect [an ancient sect focused on the duality of forces] once before. I had only traversed a small portion of the path when I discovered three stalks of Acquired Celestial Immortal Root [a rare spiritual herb that can elevate an immortal's foundation]."

"Three stalks of Acquired Celestial Immortal Root?"

Eldrin Chen's expression shifted subtly, a flicker of genuine interest finally stirring within him.

He settled back into his seat, his countenance calm as he inquired, "If that is the case, how shall we divide the spoils?"

Seeing Eldrin Chen agree, Verdant Sparse Immortal could not help but smile slightly. "I discovered the ruins, so I claim three-tenths of the treasures within. The remaining seven-tenths are for you two to decide. Is that acceptable?"

"Agreed."

Eldrin Chen nodded and stated, "My wives' cultivation is insufficient; facing the Soaring Serpent would be far too perilous for them. I alone shall accompany you on this venture."

A smile spread across Verdant Sparse Immortal's face. Securing Eldrin Chen's aid had been his primary objective all along. He nodded in agreement. "With your assistance, Daoist Friend, it will be more than sufficient."

"Mm." Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod of his head. "When do we depart?"

"In three hundred years."

Verdant Sparse Immortal offered a faint smile, then his expression grew solemn. "To deal with that Soaring Serpent, I must first prepare a specific treasure."

"Very well."

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod, then began discussing the finer details with Verdant Sparse Immortal.

The two agreed on a time and place to depart three hundred years hence. Only then did Verdant Sparse Immortal leave, seemingly satisfied.

Eldrin Chen watched Verdant Sparse Immortal depart, his deep eyes as calm and unreadable as still water.

Only after Verdant Sparse Immortal vanished beyond the horizon's edge did Exquisite Jiang speak, her expression grave. "That man was raised within the Lingering Sun Blessed Land [a sacred realm of cultivation], yet for the sake of Opportunity and Fortune [a chance at great advancement or destiny], he would cast it aside. This reveals a greedy and opportunistic nature."

"You must still be cautious. Do not let yourself fall victim to his schemes."

"There is no need for concern."

Eldrin Chen nodded again. Sensing the presence of the Celestial Abyss Twin Swords [a pair of powerful immortal-grade swords] within him, a sharp glint flashed in his eyes. "If he honors our agreement, all will be well. Should he not... I am not afraid of him."

"Mm."

Exquisite Jiang nodded in agreement. That man could scarcely imagine that Eldrin Chen, having ascended for merely a few millennia, had already broken through to the Mid Ascendant Immortal Realm [the middle stage of the Ascendant Immortal cultivation level] and forged a pair of Upper-Grade Immortal Swords [high-quality weapons at the immortal level].

With this pair of Celestial Abyss Twin Swords, Eldrin Chen's strength was on par with an Ascendant Immortal 9th Tier [the peak of the Ascendant Immortal realm]. Even if the other party truly turned hostile, he would have more than enough power to ensure his own safety.

Verdant Consort [the Verdant Consort, a powerful immortal] was filled with concern. She took Eldrin Chen's hand and said, "Should we go to support you?"

"There is no need."

Eldrin Chen shook his head, squeezing Verdant Consort's hand. "You have just given birth and have only recovered eighty to ninety percent of your strength. Facing a battle between cultivators of the Late Ascendant Immortal Realm [the Late stage of the Ascendant Immortal cultivation realm] would be far too perilous."

"It would be better to rest and recuperate for a few more years, striving to break through to the Mid Ascendant Immortal Realm [the Mid stage of the Ascendant Immortal cultivation realm] soon. Then you might truly be able to assist me."

Hearing this, Verdant Consort bit her lip. Combat between Immortal [powerful beings who have transcended mortality] was no child's play. For a cultivator at the Early Ascendant Immortal Realm [the Early stage of the Ascendant Immortal cultivation realm] to face one at the Late Ascendant Immortal Realm, a single misstep could lead to severe injury, or even death at the opponent's hands.

With her current cultivation at the Ascendant Immortal 2nd Tier [the second tier of the Ascendant Immortal realm] and her formidable Great Encompassing Foundation [a supreme and perfect foundation for cultivation], she might be able to contend with a Mid Ascendant Immortal Realm Immortal. But she would be utterly incapable of handling a peak-level Late Ascendant Immortal Realm Immortal.

With this thought, she took a deep breath and said, "My husband, remember this above all: your safety is paramount." This chapter is part of a larger work available at audio - novel . com.