Chapter 1143 : The Forging of a Divine Sovereign

"An existence born primarily from the Eastern Sovereign True Spirit [the highest spiritual essence of a cultivator], fused with the Path Principles Path Fruit [the condensed essence of one's cultivated path] of Senior Tomb Guardian, and nourished by the remnant soul of an Innate Divine Spirit [a being born from the essence of heaven and earth]."

Eldrin Chen murmured to himself, then sighed after a moment. "Then, we shall still call you the Eastern Sovereign."

"Agreed."

The Eastern Sovereign gave a slight nod, accepting Eldrin Chen's designation.

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen also nodded, feeling an inexplicable sense of kinship towards the Eastern Sovereign.

The Eastern Sovereign before him was truly Extraordinary. It had inherited the Indestructibility True Spirit [a spiritual core of unyielding nature] and the Eastern Sovereign Indestructibility Body [an imperishable physical form] of Energy Abyss Chen, and had also gained power from the remnant soul of an Innate Divine Spirit.

Furthermore, it used the Eastern Sovereign Bell as its Companion Supreme Treasure [a supreme magical artifact bound to its soul], Solar Divine Gold [a legendary metal imbued with solar essence] as nourishment, the Nine Heavens Celestial Immortal Formation [a grand formation of celestial power] as its crucible, and the Underground Fire Vein [a subterranean river of spiritual fire] within the Purple Seal Realm as its flame, ultimately nurturing a Divine Spirits [a being of divine spirit rank] born of heaven and earth.

Yes, the Eastern Sovereign before him was precisely such a being—a Divine Spirits nurtured by the cosmos itself.

Its Eastern Sovereign Indestructibility Body was impervious to myriad tribulations. It possessed the Indestructibility [the principle of unyielding permanence] from the remnant soul of the Innate Divine Spirit, and within the Eastern Sovereign Bell lay the lifetime's accumulation of Path Fruit Art [techniques derived from a perfected cultivation path] from Tomb Guardian.

Coupled with the Solar Divine Gold, the Nine Heavens Celestial Immortal Formation laid by Eldrin Chen, the endless nurturing of Fire Elemental Power [the fundamental energy of fire] within the Purple Seal Realm, and that single strand of Primordial Chaos Violet Aura [the primordial energy from the dawn of creation] from years past, all culminated in the Eastern Sovereign becoming a true Divine Spirits of heaven and earth. This novel is serialized on audio—novel.com. Visit for updates.

After ten thousand years of transformation, the Eastern Sovereign's Immortal Body [a cultivator's body refined to an immortal state] has evolved into the legendary Indestructibility Golden Body [a supreme physical form said to be unbreakable], and its Companion Supreme Treasure [a treasure born alongside a divine being], the Eastern Sovereign Bell, has further transformed into a resplendent, golden-hued Solar Golden Bell.

Furthermore, within its being, Solar Path Principles [the fundamental laws and truths of the Solar Path] have already begun to manifest, even coalescing into a nascent, illusory Path Fruit [the ultimate condensation of a cultivator's comprehension of a Path].

Once this Path Fruit fully matures, the Eastern Sovereign will be able to forge a supreme foundation. The gap between it and a true Innate Divine Spirit [a divine being born from the cosmos itself] would then be narrowed to a single, final barrier: the Innate Indestructibility Spirit Light [the innate divine radiance that marks a true Primordial Spirit].

"The Indestructibility Golden Body, the Companion Supreme Treasure Eastern Sovereign Bell, and now the power of Solar Path Principles Power,"

"Only the final step remains—the solidification of the Path Fruit—before it can emerge into the world."

Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly, his expression grave as he asked aloud, "Your emergence is imminent. Is there any assistance I can provide?"

The Eastern Sovereign pondered for a moment before finally speaking. "Through a confluence of Opportunity and Fortune [serendipity and destiny], my latent potential has already approached that of an Innate Divine Spirit."

"Though I may not rival those Divine Spirits [beings of divine nature] who are born with the power of a Celestial Immortal [a high-ranking immortal], I can still forge a Great Encompassing Foundation [a supreme and all-encompassing foundational state]. Upon my emergence, I shall attain immortality."

"However, the inherent rank and capacity of the Purple Seal Realm are limited. To nurture a Divine Spirits with a Great Encompassing Foundation here... the realm falls far short."

Eldrin Chen nodded in understanding, then inquired, "To facilitate your birth, by how much must the world's spiritual energy [the vital energy that permeates the world] be increased?"

Eastern Sovereign shook his head, a bitter smile gracing his lips. "Unless the Purple Seal Realm's Heaven and Earth Primordial Energy [the foundational spiritual energy of the Purple Seal Realm] increases severalfold, I cannot condense a Path Fruit [the ultimate crystallization of a cultivator's understanding of their chosen Dao]."

"I understand,"

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod and spoke, "Focus on nurturing yourself in peace. If a great transformation befalls the world in the coming days, you may seize the opportunity to emerge."

"..."

After bidding farewell to the Eastern Sovereign, Eldrin Chen returned to Green Chariot Mountain to find the clan's senior members had been waiting for him for some time.

Within the Great Hall of Green Chariot Mountain, the clan's Primordial Spirit Path Lord [cultivators who have reached the Primordial Spirit realm and begun forging their own Path] had gathered, numbering three hundred and seventeen in total.

Eldrin Chen surveyed the assembly. A few were familiar faces from bygone eras, but the majority were unfamiliar, clearly the rising stars born to the clan in his long absence.

Those capable of attaining the Primordial Spirit Path Lord realm all harbored a sliver of hope for future immortality. Upon hearing of the Patriarch's descent to the mortal realm, they had rushed here in rapturous joy to welcome him.

Most among these Primordial Spirit Path Lord had been born within the last ten thousand years and had never laid eyes on Eldrin Chen. Yet, they had grown up on tales of his legendary exploits.

Now, learning their idol had descended, they had all converged here, their hearts brimming with an excitement they could scarcely contain.

After the assembly had paid their respects, Eldrin Chen gave a satisfied nod. In the mere span of ten thousand years, the Chen Clan had already amassed such profound foundations. It seemed these descendants had strived admirably.

With this thought, he spoke, "This rare descent to the mortal realm finds me bearing some items of little use to myself."

"Though these treasures hold no value for me, for you they may yet prove worthy. Take them."

As his words fell, Eldrin Chen waved his sleeve, scattering nearly a thousand beams of Immortal Radiance [a condensed, tangible manifestation of immortal-grade power and blessing]. These radiant gifts descended into the hands of the assembly. Each of the three hundred Chen Clan Path Lord [a powerful cultivator who has mastered a fundamental cosmic principle or 'Path'] received three beams.

The gathered Path Lord took hold of the Immortal Radiance. A glance was enough to send a tremor through their hearts, and uncontrollable joy dawned upon their faces.

The three beams of Immortal Radiance in their hands were, astonishingly, a vial of elixirs [pills refined with immense spiritual power], a single Primordial Solar Supreme Treasure [a peerless artifact forged with the essence of the primordial sun], and a scroll containing a Primordial Solar [pertaining to the foundational power of the sun at the dawn of creation] cultivation manual. Original publication: audio_novel.com - The source of this chapter.

The elixirs were personally refined by Eldrin Chen. Most of the Primordial Solar Spiritual Treasure [powerful artifacts imbued with primordial solar essence] had been acquired by Eldrin Chen within the Immortal Realm [the higher plane of existence where immortals reside]. As for the Primordial Solar cultivation manuals, they were sourced directly from the depths of the Clan Treasury.

Within the Immortal Realm, such treasures were not considered exceedingly rare. The ambient spiritual energy [the vital energy that flows through all living things and the cosmos] there was a hundred times denser than in the mortal world, and traces of Immortal Spirit Essence [the purified, foundational energy that constitutes the immortal realm itself] drifted through the very air.

In such an environment, many treasures considered extinct in the mortal realm were not particularly uncommon in the Immortal Realm. Primordial Solar Spiritual Object [objects naturally infused with the essence of the primordial sun] and rare Spirit Herb [plants that absorb and store spiritual energy, used in alchemy] could be found in abundance.

Since the Chen Immortal Clan had taken control of the Celestial Sand Sea Region, they had even discovered several mineral veins. Every few years, these veins yielded enough Primordial Solar spiritual ore to forge a significant number of Primordial Solar Spiritual Treasure.

In the present day, the Spiritual Object [a rare object imbued with spiritual energy] held by Eldrin Chen surpasses those possessed by over ninety-nine percent of Immortal [powerful beings who have transcended mortality].

Therefore, for this descent to the mortal realm, Eldrin Chen prepared numerous Primordial Solar Spiritual Object [spiritual treasures imbued with the essence of the primordial sun], intended as gifts for the junior cultivators of the Purple Seal Realm.

Releasing a thousand radiant treasures at once appears utterly staggering, yet to him, it is of little consequence.

Given the vastness of Eldrin Chen's wealth, these treasures, while not merely a drop in the ocean, are not considered excessively precious either.

For the chasm between the immortal and mortal realms is as vast as that between clouds and mud; the combined value of these treasures is roughly equivalent to one or two Immortal Treasure [artifacts of immense power used by true immortals].

Yet, the assembled Path Lord [cultivators who have mastered a fundamental cosmic principle] of the Chen Clan were utterly astounded, for Eldrin Chen's display was far too overwhelming.

After tens of thousands of years of warfare, the Purple Seal Realm had long since exhausted its foundational reserves. However, the number of Primordial Spirit Path Lord [Path Lords who have cultivated their Primordial Spirit] had swelled from less than two hundred to three thousand, and the realm's resources were no longer sufficient.

This was especially true for Primordial Solar [a high cultivation stage] grade Primordial Solar rare treasures. Although more were being nurtured as the Purple Seal Realm recovered, they could not keep pace with the overwhelming demand from the many cultivators.

By now, the majority of the Primordial Spirit Path Lord in the Purple Seal Realm had cultivated to the Primordial Spirit Realm [the realm of the spiritual core], yet most did not possess a single Primordial Solar Spiritual Treasure [a powerful magical treasure of the Primordial Solar grade].

Among the Chen Clan's three hundred-plus Primordial Spirit Path Lord, most had relied on the support of their clan seniors, borrowing Primordial Solar Spiritual Treasure to survive their Primordial Spirit Heavenly Thunder Tribulation [the heavenly thunder tribulation faced when advancing the Primordial Spirit].

More than half among them lacked a Primordial Solar Spiritual Treasure [a spiritual treasure forged from the essence of the primordial sun]. Witnessing Eldrin Chen produce over a thousand precious items of Primordial Solar [the Primordial Solar Realm] grade in one go left them utterly stunned.

Though they were peerless Path Lord [a master who has comprehended a profound Dao Path] figures who commanded awe across the land, maintaining their composure at this moment proved difficult. They fell to their knees in ecstatic reverence, kowtowing and giving thanks.

"We thank the Patriarch [a venerable founding ancestor or supreme leader] for bestowing these treasures!"

"There is no need for such formalities."

Eldrin Chen accepted their gesture of respect with a slight nod before sweeping his sleeve, a gentle force lifting them all to their feet. He then spoke, "One Sixty-Year Cycle [a complete cycle of sixty years] from now, I shall deliver a discourse on the Dao at Green Chariot Mountain."

"When that time comes, all beings of the Purple Seal [the Purple Seal Realm] shall be welcome to attend and listen. Ensure you proclaim this news far and wide."

Upon hearing this, the assembled Primordial Spirit Path Lord [Path Lords who have cultivated their Primordial Spirit to a profound level] were once again overcome with rapturous joy.

For an Immortal [a being who has transcended mortality and ascended to immortality] to descend and preach the Dao was a supreme Opportunity and Fortune [a rare chance bestowed by fate itself], an event of unparalleled grace. And for it to be an Immortal of Eldrin Chen's peerless caliber made it all the more extraordinary.

They prostrated themselves once more, their voices filled with solemn reverence. "We understand!" Read, share, and discuss at audio-novel dot com.