Chapter 1112 Return to Qingyuan Island

Eldrin's gaze flickered slightly, a hint of hesitation in his voice. "With the Patriarch's cultivation level, could it be that even he cannot ensure his complete safety?"

"Not at all."

The Venerable Myriad Spirits shook his head, then let out a bitter laugh. "Back in those days, the 6 Paths Bamboo was seized by a Nether Sovereign from the deepest reaches of the Netherworld, who refined it into the 6 Paths Reincarnation Pool."

"Although I have attained the half-step Celestial Immortal Realm, I can only protect his bloodline at most."

"Yet now, as my Seventh Great Tribulation draws ever nearer, I must enter prolonged seclusion and fear I shall lack the capacity to watch over him any longer."

Eldrin nodded upon hearing this.

Seeing this, the Myriad Spirits Ancestor couldn't help but say with a smile, "Then I'll have to trouble you."

With those words, Ancient Ancestor Wanling summoned a lush young tree. Eldrin (Person Name) fixed his gaze upon it and recognized it immediately as the very goal of his journey—the Ancient Tea Tree of Enlightenment (Magic Treasure).

The Soul-Sage of 10 1000 Spirits truly lived up to his reputation. This Ancient Tree of Enlightenment possessed extraordinary foundations—it was actually a rare, top-grade Immortal Root.

Handing the Enlightenment Ancient Tea Tree to Eldrin, the Myriad Spirits Ancestor finally spoke: "Though this Enlightenment Ancient Tea Tree has not awakened spiritual intelligence and cannot compare to Qingjing, it remains an exceptionally rare ancient tree."

"This tree matures once every 3 1000 years, yielding 3 1000 Leaves of Enlightenment each time. You may take 3 leaves to brew tea, which can greatly enhance 1's comprehension."

Regular consumption may even induce a state of sudden enlightenment.

"With this tree, even without drinking Enlightenment Tea, merely cultivating beneath its canopy will allow you to comprehend the laws at a pace several times faster than usual."

At this point, Ancient Spirit Venerable shook his head again and said, "Unfortunately, for this old man, the benefits of this tea have diminished considerably."

"My thanks to you, Senior, for bestowing this treasure."

Eldrin took the Enlightenment Tea Tree, an involuntary look of fondness crossing his features.

For a powerful being like the Ancestor of 10 1000 Spirits, his primordial spirit had already begun to faintly commune with the Heavenly Dao, perpetually existing in a state akin to sudden enlightenment. Thus, the Heaven-tier Enlightenment Tea held minimal effect for him.

Eldrin's current cultivation level is rather low, and this Enlightenment Tea is sufficient to propel his path of law cultivation forward by leaps and bounds.

At this thought, Eldrin hastily put away the Enlightenment Tea. This journey had truly fulfilled his deepest wishes.

Seeing this, the Ancestor of 10 1000 Spirits spoke, "Once you have completed the apprenticeship ceremony, you may take your leave."

Due to the unique identity of the Serene Bamboo and the formidable enemy behind it—a Netherworld powerhouse at the Celestial Immortal realm—this apprenticeship ceremony was conducted only among the 3 of them.

After accepting Serene Bamboo as his third disciple, Eldrin bid farewell to the Myriad Spirits Ancestor and set off toward Verdant Chariot Mountain.

Thereafter, for nearly 2 100 years, Eldrin returned to Verdant Chariot Mountain bearing the 2 immortal roots.

Upon returning to Verdant Chariot Mountain (Location), he transplanted the Serene Bamboo and Enlightenment Ancient Tea Tree atop the summit before turning to Lyra (Person Name) and asking, "During my years away, has any turmoil arisen within the Crimson Dragon Sea?"

"In recent years, the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) Divine Eagle Sovereign emerged from seclusion, only to be severely wounded by me."

With a serene expression, Lyra (Person Name) spoke as she withdrew from her sleeve a treasure wheel shimmering with crimson flames.

"Blazefire Annihilation Wheel."

Eldrin (Person Name) furrowed his brow, a flicker of astonishment crossing his features.

Qing Ji also approached, offering a wry smile as she explained, "My mischievous Qing'er has slain 2 pure-blooded Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) Divine Eagles, thereby alerting the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) Divine Eagle Sovereign."

"The Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) Divine Eagle Emperor, still recovering from his wounds, attempted to strike at Qing'er but was caught completely off guard by our counterattack."

As the 2 recounted the tale in detail, Eldrin finally understood the changes that had occurred in recent years.

Back in the Crimson Sun Earthly Realm, the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) Divine Eagle Emperor was severely wounded by Eldrin (Person Name), who even seized the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) Divine Spear. To this day, his injuries have yet to fully heal.

Not long ago, the Crimson Flame Roc Emperor had witnessed Eldrin’s departure after the murder of his direct bloodline descendant, and resolved to exact vengeance. Little did he expect the Chen Clan to have grown so formidable.

The Chen Family now had as many as 5 Elders remaining at home: Lyra (Person Name), Qing Ji, Li Huang, the Black Tortoise Patriarch, and the Palace Mistress of Drifting Snow.

Among the 5, Li Huang (Person Name), Palace Master Piaoxue (Person Name), and Patriarch Xuanwu (Person Name) had only recently attained immortality, yet they still represented a force not to be underestimated.

Qingji and Lyra (Person Name) had already broken through to the middle stage of Ascension. Lyra (Person Name) alone possessed power at the late stage of Ascension. Though Qingji could not match the late stage, she was capable of suppressing 2 mid-stage Ascension cultivators simultaneously.

The Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) Sovereign believed that aside from Eldrin (Person Name), no 1 in Verdant Chariot Mountain (Location) could rival him. Yet the moment they crossed blows, he suffered a devastating setback.

In that single battle, not only was their Grand Elder slain, but even their guardian treasure, the Blaze Annihilation Wheel, was seized by Lyra (Person Name) using the 5-Colored Divine Light.

It could be said that after this battle, the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) Divine Condor Clan suffered near-catastrophic losses. Only 2 immortals survived with grievous injuries, and for the next tens of thousands of years, they would likely pose no significant threat to Verdant Chariot Mountain (Location).

"You truly are a master of your craft, Madam."

Eldrin took the Blaze Annihilation Wheel and examined it, a pleased expression spreading across his face. "Years ago, I seized your Crimson Flame Qi divine spear," he remarked with satisfaction. "And now you've lost this Blaze Annihilation Wheel as well."

"That Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) Divine Eagle Emperor is now like a tiger with its fangs pulled, posing no great threat to our Chen Family."

Qing Ji nodded, a faint smile gracing her lips as she said, "The current Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) Divine Eagle Emperor—I daresay even I could handle him now."

Eldrin nodded slightly and returned the Blazing Heaven-Scorching Wheel to Lyra, smiling as he said, "Now that I think about it, over the years we've acquired quite a few treasures from the lineage of the Crimson Flame Qi Divine Eagle."

"The Crimson Firmament Thunder Mirror, the Fire Feather Immortal Raiment, the Immolation Gold Cauldron, the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) Divine Spear, and now this Blazing Heaven Incineration Wheel—the Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) Divine Roc lineage truly lives up to its name as the treasure-bestowing envoys."

"Giggle, giggle, giggle."

Qing Ji let out a silvery laugh at his words, yet her expression swiftly turned solemn. "To prevent that vile creature from being driven to desperate measures, we must dispatch watchers to keep eyes on it over the coming years."

"So it shall be."

Eldrin nodded, yet added, "But there's no need for concern. Now that I have returned, you need not worry about the children's safety."

After discussing trivial matters, Eldrin did not delay any further.

He gathered 3,000 fresh leaves from the Enlightenment Tea Tree and personally delivered them to the secluded retreat of Yan Ziji and Lila (Person Name).

Seeing him approach, both of them jolted awake from their secluded cultivation. Upon noticing the Enlightenment Tea he brought, they exclaimed in delight, "Is this... celestial-grade Enlightenment Tea?"

"Hmm."

Eldrin nodded, a smile gracing his lips. "With the aid of the Celestial Grade Enlightenment Tea, when do you expect to comprehend the laws of dao?"

"5 100 years at the earliest, or perhaps a millennium—that should be sufficient to achieve success."

Lila (Person Name) pondered briefly before speaking. With the Frostlight Sword and her Frostlight Immortal Physique as references, she had gained a glimpse into the embryonic form of a law after years of secluded cultivation.

Previously, with the assistance of the Heavenly Heart Jade, they had become confident in comprehending the laws within 10 1000 years.

Now, with the aid of the Enlightenment Tea, she was confident she could comprehend the laws within a 1000 years.

Yan Ziji lagged slightly behind. After a brief contemplation, a subtle gleam flickered in her eyes as she responded, "With the Heaven's Heart Jade, success could be achieved in as little as 1 1000 years, or at most 2 1000."

Eldrin nodded slightly and said, "In that case, we shall let Lila use the Heavenly Heart Jade first. You may have it after she achieves immortality."

"Agreed."

Yan Zi nodded. With her current ample lifespan, a mere 1 1000 years was nothing more than a blink of an eye—she could afford to wait.