Chapter 1111 : The Primordial Light of Ascension

"I see," he said with a nod of understanding.

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod, then could not help but inquire, "And what, pray tell, is this Opportunity and Fortune for advancing one's Innate Spiritual Root [the foundational spiritual potential one is born with] that you speak of?"

"Naturally, it is the Innate Indestructibility Spirit Light [a primordial, unbreakable spiritual radiance]," came the reply.

Serene Bamboo spoke calmly, a thoughtful expression crossing his features. "Legend holds that when a Great Encompassing Golden Immortal [a supreme immortal who has attained the Great Encompassing Golden Immortal realm] carves out an immortal domain from the Chaos [the primordial, formless state before creation], Innate Indestructibility Spirit Light can be born."

"That Endless Chaos [the boundless, primordial void] is boundless and fathomless, with countless great worlds rising and falling within it. New Great Thousand Universe [a cosmos of immense scale] are born there from time to time, and within them, one may also find Innate Indestructibility Spirit Light."

Speaking to this point, Serene Bamboo's voice filled with longing. "I was born from the Post-Heaven [the ordered, manifested world after creation]. If I could obtain a single wisp of Innate Indestructibility Spirit Light, I could transform into the legendary Six Roots Serene Bamboo."

"And if I could fuse with seven times seven—that is, forty-nine—strands of Innate Indestructibility Spirit Light, I could even undergo a metamorphosis into the fabled 'Innate Bitter Bamboo [a supreme-grade innate spiritual root of legendary potency].'"

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen's pupils contracted slightly.

The Bitter Bamboo was not merely a Supreme Grade Innate Spiritual Root; it was counted among the ten great Innate Spiritual Root [the foundational spiritual potential of a cultivator]. Even within the vastness of the Three Thousand Immortal Domains [a collective term for the myriad immortal realms], it was considered a rare and peerless treasure, something even a Great Encompassing Golden Immortal might yearn for yet never obtain. Its preciousness was beyond doubt.

Mentioning this, however, Serene Bamboo sighed once more. "Of course, as a Worldly Spiritual Root [a spiritual root born in the manifested world], I am in a state of perpetual growth. It is for this reason alone that I can fuse with the Innate Indestructibility Spirit Light." The story continues at www . audio-novel.com.

"If we were to take human form first, attempting to metamorphose into an Innate Spiritual Root [a spiritual root of the highest, heaven-born quality] afterwards would become an immensely arduous task."

"To my knowledge, aside from the legendary Chaos Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure born from the primordial chaos] known as the 'Chaos Cauldron' [the Cauldron of Primordial Chaos], there exists no other treasure capable of reversing Innate [heaven-born or primordial] qualities."

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod of understanding. Now he comprehended why using Primordial Chaos Violet Aura [the supreme violet energy of the primordial chaos] to elevate a Spiritual Root [the foundational spiritual affinity of a cultivator], or nurturing nascent quasi-Immortal Herb [herbs of immortal grade] and quasi-immortal metals, had always proven so effective for him.

Yet, directly using it to elevate a Spiritual Treasure [a magical artifact] into an Immortal Treasure [an immortal-grade magical artifact] was far more troublesome. Even for promoting a Lifebound Immortal Treasure [an immortal treasure bound to one's life and soul], it could only shatter existing constraints; it could not substitute for the required immortal metals and Lifebound Formation Runes [the foundational runes that bind a treasure to its master's life force].

However, recalling the mention of the Chaos Cauldron, Eldrin Chen could not help but ask with astonishment, "Could it be that within the Three Thousand Immortal Domains [the collective name for the myriad realms of immortals], a Chaos Cauldron—such a Chaos Supreme Treasure—truly exists?"

"This..."

Serene Bamboo hesitated slightly. He had only heard elders speak of the wondrous uses of the Chaos Cauldron, and his own knowledge on the matter was actually quite limited.

Now, questioned by Eldrin Chen, he found himself momentarily at a loss for how to respond.

"Naturally, it exists."

Just at that moment, a gentle voice interjected from the side.

Eldrin Chen looked up to see an elder clad in a verdant robe approaching. The newcomer gazed at him silently for a moment before giving a slight nod of acknowledgment.

"Eight million years ago, Purple Seal Immortal Lord was born cradling the Chaos Cauldron [a legendary cauldron embodying the primordial chaos of creation]. In a mere few million years, he cultivated to the realm of a Great Encompassing Immortal Lord [a supreme rank among immortal lords], coming within a single step of the Path Ancestor Immortal Sage [a supreme state of being that merges the mastery of a cultivation path with the wisdom of an immortal sage]."

"Alas, the Chaos Cauldron was far too precious, and for it, he drew upon himself a boundless calamity that swept across the Three Thousand Immortal Domains."

Eldrin Chen's heart quaked with profound shock. He swiftly gathered his composure and bowed respectfully. "This junior pays his respects to the Myriad Spirit Patriarch."

"Hmm."

The Myriad Spirit Patriarch gave another nod, his gaze resting calmly on Eldrin Chen. "As mentioned in Glazed's letter, you are one who carries immense Fortune [a metaphysical concept representing destiny, luck, and accumulated positive karma]. Seeing you now, it is indeed true."

"While such supreme treasures are precious, bearing with them a fortune that borders on the boundless, without sufficient strength to anchor that Fortune, they may well become a path to one's own demise."

Eldrin Chen's spirit trembled, sensing a deeper meaning behind the Patriarch's words. He bowed once more. "Many thanks for your guidance, Senior."

"Merely words spoken from the heart. Do not take them too seriously."

The Myriad Spirit Patriarch shook his head slightly. With a casual sweep of his sleeve, mountains and rivers seemed to shift. A myriad of spiritual lights enveloped the vast sea region, isolating the few of them from the outside world.

After completing this step, Myriad Spirit Patriarch [a powerful ancient patriarch] noticed Eldrin Chen's tension and spoke with a smile, "Although this old man and the girl Glazed are not the closest of friends, we have shared an acquaintance for tens of millions of years. You need not worry overly much."

"I understand,"

Eldrin Chen nodded. As he observed Myriad Spirit Patriarch, he felt an inexplicable pressure weighing upon his heart.

In recent years, Eldrin Chen had refined the Polarity Dual Poles Pearl [a powerful magical orb], and was confident that even when facing a Half-Step Earth Immortal [a cultivator on the verge of the Earth Immortal realm], he would possess sufficient power to protect himself.

Yet, standing before Myriad Spirit Patriarch now, Eldrin Chen felt as insignificant as an ant.

The Myriad Spirit Patriarch before him merely stood there, yet the vast and profound spiritual power within his body was like a boundless sea of stars. Should it erupt, it would likely be enough to annihilate an entire Starry River [a vast cosmic river of stars]. This content originates from (audio-novel.com). Please respect copyright.

"A single strand of his hair could cleave a Great Thousand World [a major world within the cosmos],"

Eldrin Chen murmured, unable to suppress a look of astonishment.

This Myriad Spirit Patriarch had taken human form for over sixty million years. He was ranked among the top thirty Earth Immortal Patriarch [powerful patriarchs of the Earth Immortal realm] within the Vast Azure Immortal Domain [a vast realm of immortals], and behind him stood the backing of a Kalpa Tribulation Ancient Immortal [an ancient immortal who has survived cosmic kalpa tribulations].

Such a supremely powerful existence, once he broke through to the Celestial Immortal Realm [the realm of Celestial Immortals], would likely rank as a formidable power even among Celestial Immortal [immortals who have ascended to the celestial realm].

"That Divine Lord of Ye Ruins has transcended five Path Tribulation [cosmic trials that test a cultivator's mastery of their chosen Path], and is already considered one of the most likely figures within the Western Essence Divine Abyss Sea to achieve the realm of a Celestial Immortal [an immortal who has ascended to the celestial heavens]."

"But now, looking at this, it seems the Myriad Spirit Patriarch is the one who truly possesses the bearing of a Great Power."

Eldrin Chen could scarcely conceal his astonishment. He quickly cupped his hands in salute and said, "This junior has come seeking the Enlightenment Tea Tree [a legendary spiritual tree whose leaves can induce profound states of enlightenment]."

"This old man understands."

The Myriad Spirit Patriarch nodded, his expression calm. "I can give you the Enlightenment Tea Tree, but you must agree to one condition."

"A condition?"

Eldrin Chen's eyes narrowed slightly. He hesitated before asking, "May I inquire, Senior, what this condition entails? What would you have this junior do?"

"Serene Child."

The Myriad Spirit Patriarch did not answer immediately. Instead, he called out to the Serene Bamboo [a sentient spiritual bamboo plant] beside him.

The Serene Bamboo trembled slightly, releasing a shimmering spiritual light that coalesced into the form of a small child. "This Serene pays respects to the Patriarch."

The Myriad Spirit Patriarch [a powerful ancient patriarch] nodded slightly, looking at Eldrin Chen as he said, "This Serene Bamboo [a sentient bamboo spirit] shares a fate with you. Would you be willing to accept him as your disciple?"

Eldrin Chen's expression shifted slightly, a flicker of surprise crossing his features. Taking on a disciple entailed a profound burden of Karma [the cosmic law of cause and effect, where actions create consequences that bind cultivators].

Moreover, within the Immortal Realm [the higher realm where immortals reside], such bonds could entangle one in Great Tribulation [cataclysmic heavenly trials of immense scale and danger]. Generally, unless absolutely necessary, most Immortal [beings who have ascended to immortality] would not lightly accept disciples.

Eldrin Chen was of the same mind; in accepting disciples, he had always believed it was better to have none than to accept one of poor quality.

Throughout his cultivation journey to this day, he had only two true personal disciples: Alistair Ye and Literature Abyss Lu.

Beyond that, it was only during the salvation of the Cosmos Void Realm [a specific realm within the cosmos], witnessing it on the brink of utter annihilation with over ninety-nine percent of its cultivation lineages lost, that his heart was moved by compassion.

It was then he took in seven nominal disciples in one breath, imparting portions of his own path and legacy to them.

Now, Eldrin Chen no longer accepted disciples lightly. For the Myriad Spirit Patriarch to bring this up now, suggesting that Serene Bamboo become his disciple, came as a great surprise.

Seeing Eldrin Chen's puzzlement, the Myriad Spirit Patriarch let out a sigh and explained, "This Serene Bamboo has an extraordinary origin. He is the descendant of my old friend's 'Six Paths Bamboo' [a legendary bamboo connected to the cycles of reincarnation]."

"Back then, my old friend met his end in a Great Tribulation, and only this single immortal bamboo scion survived. Yet, the mark of that Tribulation [a heavenly calamity or trial] still lingers upon him."

Speaking to this point, Myriad Spirit Patriarch [a powerful ancient patriarch] spoke with a tone of serene detachment, "I perceive that you carry a profound destiny [a great fortune or fate], one capable of veiling you from the divinations of mighty powers and safeguarding his security."

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