Chapter 1148 : A Venerable's Pledge and Divine Gifts

Eldrin Chen did not say much, simply retrieving three radiant treasures from his sleeve and handing them over.

Earth Mystery Path Venerable took the treasures and, upon seeing them, could not help but exclaim with joy, "From this day forth, I wish to follow by your side, Elder Brother."

The others glanced over and were astonished to discover that one of those radiant treasures was actually a Tribulation Transcending Immortal Talisman [a supreme talisman capable of shielding a cultivator from the final, most devastating strikes of the Immortal Ascension Heavenly Thunder Tribulation].

That Tribulation Transcending Immortal Talisman was an immortal talisman personally crafted by Eldrin Chen. Its material cost was not excessively high, yet it possessed the power to block the three most powerful final strikes of the Immortal Ascension Heavenly Thunder Tribulation [the cataclysmic heavenly trial a cultivator must endure to ascend to immortality].

The reason Earth Mystery Path Venerable had delayed his immortal ascension was precisely his lack of confidence in surviving the Immortal Ascension Heavenly Thunder Tribulation. With this immortal talisman in hand, his success in overcoming the tribulation was virtually assured.

Faced with such a Opportunity and Fortune [a pivotal chance to achieve one's ultimate cultivation goal] to attain the Dao laid before him, he naturally had no reason to refuse.

Witnessing Earth Mystery Path Venerable receive his treasure, the Master of Stellar Palace [the leader of the Stellar Palace, a celestial sect] clasped his hands and said, "The debt of gratitude I owe you from our time within the Demonic Abyss Cataclysm [a realm of chaotic demonic energy and cataclysmic events] is already difficult to repay."

"To be able to follow by your side brings me profound contentment."

Eldrin Chen offered a faint smile and, following the established precedent, bestowed a Tribulation Transcending Immortal Talisman upon him as well. "Think not of it as mere following," he said warmly. "Upon joining the Returning Abyss Alliance [a powerful coalition of immortal forces], you shall become an Elder within our alliance, one who wields authority within the Immortal Alliance [the overarching governing body of immortal cultivators]."

Speaking thus, Eldrin Chen retrieved another Tribulation Transcending Immortal Talisman and presented it to the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Divine Spirit [a divine being born from the essence of the heavenly thunder tribulation]. Find thousands of chapters at audio-novel.com.

This time, he did not press the matter, merely stating, "In the past, when I inherited the Ten Thousand Tribulations Thunder Scripture from Myriad Tribulation Thunder Mountain, I incurred a debt of gratitude to you, Fellow Daoist."

"Now, let this Tribulation Transcending Immortal Talisman [a talisman of immense power said to aid in surviving heavenly tribulations] serve as repayment for that past kindness."

The Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Divine Spirit remained impassive, replying calmly, "Within the Purple Seal Realm, who does not know the trustworthiness of Returning Abyss Path Master? As I happen to have nowhere else to go, I shall join the Chen Clan of the Immortal Domain as a guest Elder."

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen revealed a faint smile. "There is also a place for you among the Immortal Alliance Elder."

After bestowing the tribulation-surpassing treasures upon the three, Eldrin Chen turned his gaze to Heaven Abandoned Lin and the Kunpeng Demon Sage.

"Both of you seek to cultivate Dual Path Fruits [a profound cultivation state where a practitioner masters two distinct, complementary Dao paths]. One aims to forge an Immortal Body [a physical form refined to the pinnacle, nearly indestructible and brimming with immortal essence], while the other pursues the Path Fruit [the culmination and essence of one's cultivated Dao, a manifestation of profound understanding and power]. Both paths are exceptionally arduous, yet if successfully traversed, they hold the potential to establish a Celestial Immortal Foundation [a foundational state of being that marks the true beginning of celestial immortality]."

"I possess two treasures that may lend you their aid."

As he spoke, Eldrin Chen flicked his sleeve, releasing four beams of radiant treasure light that settled into the hands of the two cultivators.

Gazing at the two treasures now in his grasp, Heaven Abandoned Lin could not help but offer a wry smile. "With such gifts, how could I possibly refuse?"

For the treasures he held were none other than a quantity of Incense Offering Celestial Silver [a rare, sacred metal used in high-level forging and rituals] and a single Dragon-Phoenix Path-Forging Pill [an elixir of legendary potency, said to assist in solidifying one's Dao path by harmonizing opposing forces].

He originally had only a forty to fifty percent chance of forging an Immortal Body [a perfect physical vessel for an immortal]. With the addition of these two items, his success was now virtually assured.

As for what Kunpeng Demon Sage held, one was a piece of Incense Offering Celestial Silver [a rare celestial metal used in sacred rituals], and the other was a 'Path-Condensing Immortal Pill' [an elixir that aids a cultivator in condensing their Path Fruit].

That Path-Condensing Immortal Pill could assist a cultivator in condensing their Path Fruit [the crystallized essence of a cultivator's comprehension of their chosen Dao], making it an exceedingly precious treasure. Eldrin Chen had brought only a single one down to the mortal realm this time, specifically procured for Kunpeng Demon Sage.

With such treasures laid before him, Kunpeng Demon Sage had no grounds for refusal. He could only say, "Once I have settled my affairs in the Mortal Dust Affairs [the mortal world and its worldly concerns], I shall ascend to the Immortal Realm [the higher plane of existence where immortals dwell] with you."

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod, then turned his gaze towards the Lord of the Path Palace.

This Lord of the Path Palace possessed Extraordinary talent and had already cultivated both Path Principles [the fundamental laws of a chosen Dao] and a Path Fruit. Within the Mortal Dust, there was little left that he could assist with.

After much deliberation, Eldrin Chen finally spoke, "Within the Immortal Realm, I possess a Stellar Glazed Boundary [a mystical formation that accelerates cultivation]. The speed of cultivation within it is more than threefold that of the outside world."

"If you were to enter the Immortal Realm, your future cultivation would undoubtedly proceed much more smoothly."

"A threefold cultivation speed... could it be a Minor Blessed Land [a pocket dimension rich in spiritual energy]?"

The Lord of the Path Palace was momentarily taken aback. The Path Palace lineage had produced Earth Immortal Patriarch [a patriarch who has attained the Earth Immortal realm] in the past, so he naturally understood what such a Stellar Glazed Boundary represented.

He took a deep breath and then spoke, "The homeland of the former Path Palace can no longer be found. This journey to the Immortal Domain [the higher realm where true immortals reside] offers no clear direction, and re-establishing a Path [a school of cultivation and its teachings] would require an immortal mountain with a Spiritual Vein [a geological formation that concentrates and emits spiritual energy]."

"Then let us accompany you into the Immortal Realm [the collective realms of immortals] and serve as Elders within the Returning Abyss Immortal Alliance [an alliance of immortals]," they replied.

Seeing that the Lord of the Path Palace also agreed, Eldrin Chen smiled and said, "Set your minds at ease. I possess no small number of Immortal Treasures [powerful artifacts forged by or for immortals]. When the time comes for your Heavenly Tribulation [a trial of lightning and calamity to test a cultivator's worthiness], I will have sufficient treasures to aid your Ascendant Immortal [the final breakthrough to true immortality]."

With those words, Eldrin Chen said no more.

He picked up the Enlightenment Tea [a spiritual tea that aids in meditation and comprehension] and took a shallow sip before inquiring, "I heard the seven of you have delayed your ascension, seeking a method to sustain the Golden Prosperous Age [an era of abundant spiritual energy and great fortune for cultivation]?"

"That is correct," they confirmed. For more chapters, visit audio-novel . com for the complete novel.

The Lord of the Path Palace nodded, yet wore a bitter smile. "Alas, our cultivation and understanding remain insufficient. We have yet to find a clue."

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod of his own and spoke, "I possess a method that might allow the Purple Seal Heaven and Earth [the name of their home world] to undergo a metamorphosis."

Upon hearing this, everyone's hearts trembled slightly, and they could not help but look towards him.

Seeing their reaction, Eldrin Chen continued, "Within the Immortal Domain, when an Earth Immortal [an immortal who opens their own inner world] performs the act of World-Opening [the creation of a miniature world within one's dantian], there exists the concept of the Three World-Opening Treasures [three legendary treasures said to stabilize a newly formed inner world]."

"Among them, the Three World-Opening Treasures are further divided into the Heaven-Supporting, Heaven-Stabilizing, and World-Stabilizing Treasures."

"The Heaven-Supporting Treasure is the Fourth-Level Celestial Pillar, the Heaven-Stabilizing Treasure possesses the wondrous ability to balance heaven and earth, while the World-Stabilizing Treasure can draw upon the energy of the void and transform it into Heaven and Earth Primordial Energy [the fundamental energy that nourishes all life]."

Eldrin Chen elaborated in detail, explaining the marvelous functions of the Three World-Opening Treasures to the assembled group.

Mentioning the World-Stabilizing Treasure, Eldrin Chen paused briefly before continuing, "If we were to emulate the Earth Immortal [a cultivator who has opened their own inner world] in their World-Opening [the act of creating an inner world] and forge a World-Stabilizing Treasure of our own..."

"...one that draws upon the boundless energy of the void and converts it into the primordial energy between heaven and earth, perhaps it could catalyze a world-altering transformation on the scale of the Purple Seal Realm."

"A World-Stabilizing Treasure that draws upon the void's energy?"

Upon hearing this, Kael Chen fell into deep contemplation.

It was known that the Purple Seal Realm possessed Immortal Root [a spiritual foundation of immortal grade]. Both the Purple Seal Divine Fruit Tree and the Ancient Enlightenment Tea Tree were Acquired Celestial Immortal Root [spiritual roots that attained immortal grade after creation], and in theory, they should be capable of coalescing into an Immortal Vein [a vein of immortal-grade spiritual energy].

Once an Immortal Vein was formed, the Purple Seal Realm would transcend the category of a Great Thousand World [a major world] and become an Immortal-Grade Great Thousand World.

However, the Purple Seal Realm's Heaven and Earth Primordial Energy and its foundational essence were insufficient. Without ample Heaven and Earth Primordial Energy, the concentration of spiritual energy within the Purple Seal Realm remained perpetually inadequate, unable to provide enough spiritual energy to facilitate the transformation into Immortal Spirit Essence [the purified energy of an immortal].

Without Primordial Essence [the foundational energy that constitutes the origin of a world or being], it is even more impossible for an Acquired Celestial Immortal Root [a spiritual root that allows a cultivator to ascend to the Celestial Immortal realm through acquired means] to transform into Immortal Spirit Essence [the pure spiritual energy that constitutes an Immortal's core being].

Thinking of this, Kael Chen inquired, "An Immortal Treasure [a powerful enchanted artifact used by Immortals] capable of drawing upon the power of the void to sustain an entire Great Thousand World [a vast and complete world within the cosmos] must be at least a High-Grade Immortal Treasure [a top-tier Immortal artifact]. We do not possess a treasure of that caliber."

"Moreover, the Purple Seal Realm [a specific realm or world within the cosmos] lacks sufficient Primordial Essence. I fear it cannot facilitate a world's ascension."

"I have one."

Eldrin Chen spoke, then retrieved a piece of Stellar Immortal Gold [a divine metal forged from the essence of stars, used to craft supreme artifacts] from his sleeve.

This piece of Immortal Gold, obtained from his journey to the Verdant Spirit Ancient Star [an ancient celestial body], was of the most superior grade of Stellar Immortal Gold, sufficient to forge a High-Grade Immortal Treasure.

Seeing this, the Lord of the Path Palace [a title for a high-ranking master of a cultivation palace or sect] could not help but add, "This material could perhaps be used to forge a World-Stabilizing Treasure [a powerful artifact designed to anchor and stabilize the foundations of a world], but how will we replenish the Primordial Essence?"

"This venerable one also possesses a portion."

With a flick of his sleeve, Eldrin Chen produced a measure of Stellar Primordial Essence [the most fundamental, star-forged origin energy, a treasure of immense value].

The expressions of those present shifted slightly with awe. This Stellar Primordial Essence was a Supreme-Grade Immortal Artifact [an artifact at the pinnacle of Immortal-grade treasures]. They had not imagined Eldrin Chen would be willing to part with something so precious.

Even the Earth Mystery Path Venerable [a venerable master of the Earth Mystery cultivation path] changed their expressions slightly, unable to help but advise, "This object is far too precious. Would it not be better to keep it for refining an Immortal Treasure [a supreme-grade enchanted artifact of immortal rank]?"

"It is of no consequence."

Eldrin Chen shook his head, then spoke, "The Purple Seal Heaven and Earth [the world known as Purple Seal Heaven and Earth] nurtured me into immortality. It is only fitting that I aid in its transformation."

"Moreover, should we succeed, I shall be bestowed with boundless Merit [a metaphysical currency representing good karma and virtuous deeds]. It may not be a losing venture after all." Original publication: *audio-novel.com* - The source of this chapter.