Chapter 1147 : Nirvana of the Primordial Silkworm

"Celestial Immortal Reincarnation [the rebirth of a being who has attained the highest state of celestial immortality]."

As he listened to the tale of the Primordial Era Ice Silkworm, Eldrin Chen felt a tremor deep within his heart.

As his cultivation grew ever more profound, he understood with increasing clarity the sheer terror embodied by a Celestial Immortal [a being who has transcended mortality and ascended to the celestial realms].

Such Immortal [ascended beings] were exceedingly rare; within the vast expanse of the Western Essence Divine Abyss Sea, those who had managed to break through to the Celestial Immortal realm could be counted on one hand.

That the Heavenly Mountain Goddess possessed such a heaven-defying origin naturally came as a profound shock to Eldrin Chen.

Contemplating this, Eldrin Chen drew a deep breath and spoke, "I sense the injuries within you have not fully healed; you seem to still be in the midst of Nirvana [a profound state of death and rebirth, akin to a phoenix's renewal]. Is there any way I can assist?"

The Primordial Era Ice Silkworm began to speak, its voice a gentle flow, "I cultivate the Nine Transformations of the Immortal Silkworm Art. To undergo Nirvana at the brink of death is the very essence of my path."

"Now, I have already crossed the most critical threshold. All that remains is to follow the natural course, and I shall achieve perfection and Ethereal Ascension [a sublime and flawless ascension to a higher state of being]."

Eldrin Chen nodded and said, "In the coming days, I will attempt to catalyze the advancement of the Purple Seal Realm. Should I succeed, the Heaven and Earth Primordial Energy [the primordial, foundational energy of heaven and earth] will undoubtedly increase manifold."

"If your Nirvana is sufficient, you may choose the opportune moment to face your Immortal Ascension Tribulation [the cataclysmic heavenly trial one must overcome to ascend to immortality]." This chapter is provided by audio-novel[dot]com. Support the original.

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After departing from the Supreme Cold Ice Pool, Eldrin Chen did not immediately return to his clan.

He first journeyed through places like the Western Pole Eternal Sands Domain and the Central Ancestral Domain, visiting some old friends from bygone days, before finally making his way back to his family.

He did not go to Green Chariot Mountain, but instead came to Spirit Lake Isle. There, seated before the Ten-Mile Peach Blossom Grove, he personally brewed a pot of Enlightenment Tea and waited in serene silence.

Time passed, unmeasured, until seven figures of transcendent, immortal grace arrived together.

The one at the forefront, clad in a Daoist robe, offered a bow with a gentle smile. "A Banished Immortal descends upon our world. We have failed to welcome you properly, Immortal Venerable. We beg your forgiveness."

Eldrin Chen's expression remained serene and elegant. He did not speak immediately.

Instead, he continued his unhurried ritual of preparing the tea. Only then did he speak, his tone calm and detached. "You have all cultivated the Immortal Path and stand but a single step away from transcending the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation [the ultimate trial of heavenly thunder that separates mortals from true immortals]. You are already counted among our peers."

"There is no need for such formal courtesies."

These seven individuals were, in fact, the seven cultivators from the Purple Seal Realm who had attained Path Fruit Attainment [the profound state of having solidified one's cultivation path into a 'fruit,' placing them on the very threshold of immortality]—beings who stood at the very brink of ascension.

These seven individuals were respectively the Lord of the Path Palace [the supreme leader of a major cultivation organization], Heaven Abandoned Lin, Earth Mystery Path Venerable [a title for a venerable master of the Earth Mystery cultivation path], Kunpeng Demon Sage [a sage-level figure of the mythical Kunpeng race], Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Divine Spirit [a divine spirit born from heavenly thunder tribulations], Master of Stellar Palace [the leader of the Stellar Palace organization], and lastly, Kael Chen.

The one who had just spoken was naturally the Lord of the Path Palace.

Hearing this, the Lord of the Path Palace nodded slightly and said, "Since that is the case, this old man shall respectfully comply rather than decline."

Eldrin Chen remained expressionless. He only finished pouring the tea, serving a cup to each person present. Then, he looked at the Lord of the Path Palace and said, "Many years have passed. In the end, you have achieved your long-cherished wish, Lord of the Path Palace."

The Lord of the Path Palace offered a faint smile, his tone tinged with a complex feeling of reflection and emotion. "This old man arduously cultivated for thirty-six thousand years before barely attaining Path Fruit Attainment [the state of having fully realized one's cultivation path fruit] and comprehending Path Principles [the fundamental laws governing a cultivation path]. My aptitude is truly rather dull."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen shook his head. "How exceedingly difficult it is to simultaneously cultivate both Path Fruit [the condensed essence and achievement of one's cultivation path] and Path Principles Power [the power derived from understanding the principles of a path]. Fellow Daoist, to have reached this step relying solely on your own arduous cultivation, your aptitude is already considered peerless even among Immortal [beings who have transcended mortality and attained immortality]."

Everyone present showed surprise at these words. The lifespan of a Primordial Spirit Path Lord [a cultivator at the Primordial Spirit realm who has begun to walk their own path] is roughly ten thousand years at most. Even with the Opportunity and Fortune [a chance encounter with great luck or destiny] to live three more lifetimes granted by the Nirvana Immortal Apricot [a legendary spiritual fruit that grants rebirth], that would only amount to forty thousand years of life.

The Lord of the Path Palace had spent thirty-six thousand years to attain Path Fruit Attainment and comprehend Path Principles. His aptitude did seem somewhat Extraordinary, but to be called peerless even among Immortal?

Seeing the expressions on their faces, Eldrin Chen proceeded to explain. "Within the Immortal Realm [the realm where immortals reside], there may indeed be those who can attain Path Fruit Attainment and comprehend Path Principles in a shorter time."

"However, they often rely on the power of various Immortal Artifact [powerful artifacts used by immortals]. Those who can complete this step without relying on external aids are undoubtedly exceedingly rare."

Speaking of this, Eldrin Chen could not help but think of Violet Consort Yan and Lila.

Although his two Dao companions also possessed the potential to become Immortals [ascend to the ranks of celestial beings], without the aid of treasures like the Heart of Heaven Jade and the Ancient Mine Frost Soul, it would have been impossible for them to cultivate both an Immortal Body [a body refined to an immortal state] and Path Principles [the fundamental laws of a cultivation path], achieving the realm of Dual Path Fruits [simultaneous mastery of two cultivation paths].

From this perspective, the innate talent of the Lord of the Path Palace likely far surpassed that of those two.

However, the path of cultivation is not solely dependent on talent and comprehension; Opportunity and Fortune [serendipity and destiny] are also of paramount importance. As the Dao companions of Eldrin Chen, Lila and Violet Consort Yan enjoyed immense Opportunity and Fortune from the very beginning.

Therefore, it is truly difficult to predict whose Future [ultimate] achievements would be greater among them.

If Eldrin Chen were to achieve the realm of a Great Encompassing Immortal Lord [a supreme immortal sovereign] in the Future, and was willing to spare no effort in guiding them, the likelihood of Lila and Violet Consort Yan breaking through to Celestial Immortal [the celestial immortal realm] would probably far exceed that of the Lord of the Path Palace. Support the author by reading on audio-novel dot com.

With these thoughts, Eldrin Chen turned his gaze to the remaining individuals.

Among the remaining five, the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Divine Spirit, the Earth Mystery Path Venerable, and the Master of Stellar Palace had all cultivated a single Path Fruit [the culmination of one cultivation path]. Knowing their own talents were insufficient, they harbored no intention of pursuing the dual mastery of Dual Path Fruits.

Heaven Abandoned Lin and the Kunpeng Demon Sage possessed greater talent. The former had cultivated Sword Path Path Principles [the fundamental laws of the Sword Path] and was delving deeper into the power of the Immortal Body, standing just one step away from mastery.

The latter was a Mythical Immortal Seed [a being of legendary potential]. Not only had it cultivated the Kunpeng Immortal Body [the immortal physique of the mythical Kunpeng], but it had also comprehended the Path Principles Power [the power of fundamental cultivation laws], seemingly also on the cusp of that final breakthrough.

With but a single glance, Eldrin Chen had already reached a decision in his heart.

After a moment of thoughtful silence, he spoke: "To be perfectly frank, my descent to this lower realm is not merely to visit my homeland, but also to offer a hand to you, my old acquaintances."

"You are not far from the threshold of Immortality [the state of becoming an immortal being]. I can assist you in taking that final step. However, I hope that after your ascension, you will join the Returning Abyss Immortal Alliance within the Immortal Domain [the higher realm where immortals reside]."

His words gave everyone pause. Heaven Abandoned Lin could not help but ask, "Might I inquire, what kind of organization is this Returning Abyss Alliance?"

Eldrin Chen offered a faint smile and began to explain. "In the ten thousand years since my own ascension, I have carved out a territory within the Immortal Domain. It currently comprises three Immortal Isles [floating islands of immense spiritual power] and vast stretches of land, and I am in need of capable hands to assist in its management."

The group fell into deep thought once more. Lord of the Path Palace pondered aloud, "After I step into the Immortal Domain, I would need to re-establish the orthodoxy of the Path Palace there, to guide the future Immortal [immortal beings] who ascend from our lineage."

"If we were to join the Returning Abyss Alliance, would there be any restrictions?"

"There would not be many restrictions at all."

Sensing their concerns, Eldrin Chen elaborated, "I founded the Returning Abyss Alliance for two primary reasons. First, to develop the territory we have secured. Second, to unite the Immortal who hail from the Purple Seal Realm [our home realm], so we may stand together against powerful adversaries."

"Upon joining the Returning Abyss Alliance, you would be free to establish your own orthodoxies, or you could join the Chen Clan as honored guests and advisors."

"However, if you establish your own sects, they must be subordinate forces of the Returning Abyss Alliance and must obey the commands of the Returning Abasis Alliance."

At this point, Eldrin Chen added, "Of course, as a condition of this exchange, by joining the Returning Abyss Alliance, you will also be eligible for the position of Elder within the alliance."

Hearing this, the group began to grasp Eldrin Chen's intentions.

Once they joined the Returning Abyss Alliance, re-establishing their sects in the Immortal Realm would make them subordinate forces of the alliance. They would retain a degree of autonomy, but overall, they would have to heed Eldrin Chen.

Contemplating this, everyone present felt a wave of hesitation.

After a moment, it was the Earth Mystery Path Venerable who spoke again. "If we join the Returning Abyss Alliance, may I ask how you, Fellow Daoist, would assist me in overcoming the Immortal Ascension Heavenly Thunder Tribulation?" Find thousands of chapters at audio-novel*com.