Chapter 1098 Obtaining the Yin Yang Polar Beads

Even if Eldrin had taken it, he wouldn’t dare to openly use it. Entrusting it to an outsider cultivator like Zhen Yu Zi, who hailed from beyond the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea, was the most fitting choice.

Thus, even though these 2 immortal treasures possessed immense power, Eldrin had no intention of claiming them. He took hold of the 9-Layered Springtide in 1 hand, then turned his gaze toward the final 2 divine artifacts.

The air suddenly fell silent, and both of them sank into a wordless stillness.

There were a total of 3 supreme-grade immortal treasures. The Yin-Yang Polarization Pearl offered both offensive and defensive capabilities, while the Yin-Yang Polar Light Sword stood as a peerless weapon of slaughter, making their distribution momentarily contentious.

Generally speaking, among all immortal treasures, the immortal sword not only serves to vanquish foes and defend 1's path, but also stands as a supreme treasure for flight and preservation of life. Its value often surpasses that of other treasures of the same rank.

Each Yin-Yang Polarity Pearl alone would be considered ordinary, yet he possessed not just 1, but 2 of them—a matched set of immortal treasures. Combined, their value likely surpassed even that of the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss by a significant margin.

Eldrin (Person Name) desired the Yin-Yang Polarity Pearls in his heart, yet he understood all too well that the other party likely coveted them just as fiercely.

Zhen Yu Zi pondered for a long while, then finally took a deep breath and said, "The Yin-Yang Dual Polarity Pearl shall be yours."

"This?"

Eldrin (Person Name) froze for a moment, never expecting that Zhen Yu Zi could resist such immense temptation.

Zhen Yu Zi, however, shook his head and said with a faint smile, "Had you not seized the moment to slay the Yin-Yang Ancestor in this battle, I would most likely have been grievously wounded and fallen."

"Had you struck but a moment later, it would have been Yin-Yang Ancestor meeting his demise, with me left grievously wounded and clinging to life by a thread."

"In that case, had you harbored even a sliver of evil intent in your heart, I'm afraid we wouldn't be discussing the division of treasures now."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin (Person Name) felt a faint warmth in his heart.

He gave a slight nod and, with a smile, took the Yin-Yang Polarity Beads. "In that case," he said, "I shall owe you a favor."

Excellent!

Zhenyu Zi let out a hearty laugh, then turned to the Teng Snake and said, "How about this—the Teng Snake’s inner core goes to me, while the dragon bones and scales go to you?"

As an ancient primordial beast at the 9th Layer of Ascendant Immortal realm, the Tengshe was a treasure trove from head to tail. Its flesh and blood could nourish immortal embryos, its scales could be forged into protective immortal treasures, while its dragon bones could be refined into immortal arks and treasure ships.

Of these, the inner elixir held the greatest value. This elixir could be used in alchemy and was considered a supreme treasure even for immortals who had achieved the Great Perfection celestial form. Its worth accounted for nearly half of the 10 1000 Serpent’s total value.

Zhen Yu Zi had relinquished the Yin-Yang Dual Polarity Pearl, so Eldrin naturally would not contend for it further. With a light laugh, he yielded the inner elixir to Zhen Yu Zi.

Thus, the 2 concluded the division of their gains from this venture, and it could be said that both had reaped bountiful harvests.

After the treasures were distributed, Zhenyu Zi furrowed his brow slightly and said, "With the emergence of Yin-Yang Patriarch, the great battle could no longer conceal its own heavenly secrets."

"I'm afraid that 7 Calamities Immortal back then must have detected his aura."

"At this rate, this hidden residence will likely be exposed soon. We must not linger here any longer."

"Good."

Eldrin (Person Name) nodded and hastily followed Prison-Suppressing Master out of the cavern abode, soaring through the passageway until they emerged from the mountain retreat.

What they didn't know was that merely half a year after his departure, 2 figures emerged within this cave abode.

1 was an ethereal figure in white robes, whose aura was as unfathomable as the starry abyss of the heavens. The other was a maiden in cyan garments—had Eldrin (Person Name) been present, he would surely have recognized her.

For this person was none other than the Azure Firmament Divine Maiden who had once contended for the 4 Extremities Pillars within the Crimson Sun Blessed Land.

Her master was a Dao Calamity Earth Immortal, whose strength ranked among the top 10 supreme Earth Immortals within the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea.

At this moment, the Azure Firmament Goddess surveyed the chaotic battlefield, her gaze slightly furrowing as she murmured, "The aura of Yin-Yang Ancestor has actually vanished."

"Hmm."

The white-robed celestial nodded, his profound abyss-like gaze sweeping across the battlefield as he remarked with mild astonishment.

"To have escaped from my grasp with a wisp of remnant soul, Bo Taixu truly was a peerless genius in his day."

"To think that after 1 million years of nirvana, his efforts ultimately came to naught in the end."

"Let me see who, exactly, could have killed him?"

The white-robed celestial murmured softly, immediately forming hand seals to begin his divination.

Yet moments later, the white-robed celestial’s expression tightened slightly, a flicker of astonishment flashing in his gaze as he said:

7 Ghosts Soul-Tempering Crucible (Magic Treasure)

"What?"

The Azure Firmament Goddess’s expression shifted slightly. She couldn’t help but draw a sharp breath and said, “It is said that the 7 Phantoms Inferno Crucible is the standard-issued immortal treasure for the true disciples of the Infernal Cavern Heaven.”

"Only a true disciple of the Purgatory Grotto-Heaven could receive such a treasure as reward."

"Since he's a true disciple of Purgatory Grotto-Heaven, it's hardly surprising he managed to kill Yin-Yang Patriarch."

The white-robed celestial being gave a slight nod, then shook his head. "The 1 who slew Yin-Yang Patriarch was another. His cultivation realm appears even lower, yet his foundation seems far superior to that true disciple of Purgatory Grotto-Heaven."

"I can see its origins are likely extraordinary. To avoid bringing trouble upon our master, let us not pursue this matter further."

The Azure Firmament Goddess nodded slightly upon hearing this. Her senior brother was an Immortal who had survived 7 heavenly tribulations, with considerable hope of attaining Celestial Immortality in the future. If he commenced pursuit now, there remained a 30 percent chance of intercepting the 2 who had departed.

However, since the Refining Abyss Cave Heaven was, after all, a minor realm of its own, it was better to turn a blind eye to avoid unnecessary trouble.

Eldrin was unaware that thanks to Zhenyu Zi, he had narrowly avoided a predicament.

He and Zhen Yu Zi flew across the vast void, unknowingly arriving at the core of Ye Xu Shen Hai.

"This is the Ye Xu Sea."

Gazing at the expanse of sea before him, Zhenyu Zi could not help but sigh as he spoke.

Having traveled the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea for many years, Zhenyu Zi possessed a far deeper understanding of this oceanic realm than Eldrin (Person Name).

He gazed at Ye Xu Hai before him and spoke with considerable gravity, "The master of the Divine Sea of Ye Xu is the Divine Lord of Ye Xu."

This individual has weathered 5 Dao Tribulations, his cultivation has long transcended the Half-Step Celestial Immortal realm. He is reputed to be among the handful most likely to achieve Celestial Immortality within the Western Mist Divine Abyss Sea in 10 million years.

"Even within our Purgatory Grotto-Heaven, several Grand Elders hold him in high regard, believing his chances of breaking through to the Celestial Immortal realm are no less than 30%."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin (Person Name) felt a slight tremor in his heart.

Having weathered only 3 Dao Tribulations, Glazed Godlord was already considered a top-tier immortal in the Western Mist Divine Abyssal Sea. Yet, this Ye Xu Godlord had survived a staggering 5 Dao Tribulations—a testament to his truly awe-inspiring prowess.

5 Dao Tribulations! That was a full 5 million years of time. To cultivate for such an immense period, the depth of his foundation was likely beyond description.

A single speck of dust can fill the vast ocean.

A single blade of grass can sever the sun, moon, and stars.

Zhenyu Zi’s expression turned wistful as he murmured softly. Taking a deep breath, he said, “A Dao Tribulation Earth Immortal like this is truly capable of achieving it.”

"To leave this place, we must rely on the Void Gate. Mind your words and conduct, lest we offend that Divine Lord."

Eldrin nodded, his expression turning grave as he replied, "I am well aware."

The 2 stepped into the Sea of Ye Ruins, only to discover that the next opening of the Void Gate was merely 3 months away.

This took Eldrin by surprise, and he couldn't help but ask, "I heard the last time the Void Gate above Leaf Ruins Sea opened was 10 years ago. Why is it being opened again now?"

An Immortal from the Ye Xu Divine Sea chuckled with pride, "Only 50-some 1000 years remain until the next great tribulation. The various major Earth Immortal blessed realms of the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea are preparing to convene an early discussion, agreeing that the Earth Immortal Patriarchs shall not intervene. This is to prevent the great powers from tearing each other apart over the tribulations faced by their disciples."

"3 months from now, our family's Ancestor will journey to the Celestial Mirage Divine Sea and incidentally open the Void Gate."

(End of Chapter)

Chapter 1 The biting northern wind swept across the mountain ridge like countless blades of ice. Lin Xuan tightened his worn deerskin coat, his gaze fixed intently on the cliffside dozens of feet away. There, bathed in the faint moonlight, grew a stalk of 7 Profound Grass glowing with a faint blue hue—the final ingredient needed to treat his sister's stubborn illness. He had been waiting here for 3 days and 3 nights. The 7 Profound Grass would fully mature at midnight tonight, its medicinal potency reaching its peak. By then, the Silver Moon Wolf guarding it would surely leave its den to devour the herb. That would be his only chance. The moonlight grew increasingly brighter. Lin Xuan's palm unconsciously tightened around the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss (Magic Treasure) in his hand. This low-grade magic treasure was the only inheritance left by his late father. To save his sister, he had to succeed. Suddenly, a silver shadow flashed. A massive wolf with fur like flowing mercury leaped out from the cave, its crimson eyes fixed greedily on the 7 Profound Grass. Just as it was about to bite the herb, Lin Xuan abruptly rose, channeling all his spiritual power into the sword. A crimson sword aura shot straight toward the Silver Moon Wolf's head. The wolf roared furiously, its body radiating a silvery glow that actually deflected the sword aura. Lin Xuan's heart tightened—this demonic beast was far more powerful than he had anticipated. But thinking of his sister lying ill in bed, a surge of determination rose within him. He bit his fingertip, dripping fresh blood onto the sword, and the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss instantly blazed with dazzling red light. "Go to hell!" he shouted through gritted teeth. The crimson sword light tore through the night sky like a blazing meteor. The Silver Moon Wolf let out a final mournful howl before collapsing to the ground. Lin Xuan panted heavily, his face pale. That final strike had consumed nearly all of his spiritual power. He carefully plucked the 7 Profound Grass and stored it in a jade box. Just as he was about to leave, a flash of silver light from the wolf's corpse caught his eye. He approached and discovered a palm-sized silver token engraved with mysterious patterns and 3 ancient characters: Heavenly Mystery Order. "What is this?" Lin Xuan murmured to himself, frowning. But before he could examine it closely, a sharp pain shot through his chest. He looked down to see a bloodstained sword tip protruding from his chest. "Thank you for your hard work, Junior Brother Lin." A familiar voice rang out from behind. "Now, please hand over the 7 Profound Grass and the Heavenly Mystery Order." Lin Xuan turned his head with great difficulty, his eyes widening in disbelief. "Senior Brother Zhao... why...?" Zhao Shan sneered as he pulled out his long sword, watching Lin Xuan collapse to the ground. "You fool, did you really think I'd help you save that good-for-nothing sister? The Heavenly Mystery Order is the key to entering the Ancient Immortal Ruins. Did you think someone like you is worthy of possessing it?" Blood gushed from Lin Xuan's mouth. His vision gradually darkened, but his grip on the jade box and silver token grew even tighter. At this moment, the silver token suddenly emitted a dazzling light, enveloping his entire body. "What's going on?!" Zhao Shan exclaimed in shock, stepping back abruptly. Lin Xuan felt his consciousness rapidly fading, his final thought filled with unwillingness and regret. If given another chance, he would definitely make all those who betrayed him pay the price! When he opened his eyes again, he found himself in an ancient stone chamber. The walls were covered with mysterious murals, and in the center floated a ball of golden light. A majestic voice echoed in his mind: "The successor of the Heavenly Mystery Order, you have awakened the legacy of the Ancient Immortal. From today onward, you shall inherit my mantle and revive the glory of the Heavenly Mystery Sect." Countless fragments of information flooded into his mind—cultivation techniques, alchemy methods, weapon refinement... Lin Xuan suddenly realized that the severely injured youth lying beside him in the stone chamber was none other than a disciple of the nearby Profound Spirit Sect who had also just suffered a betrayal. A cold gleam flashed in his eyes. It seemed that the heavens had truly given him a chance to start over. He reached out and pressed his palm against the youth's forehead, beginning to inherit this whole new identity and memory. From this moment on, he would live as "Lin Xuan" in both name and reality, embarking on a brand-new path of cultivation.