Chapter 1144 5 Questions of Tianren, Zhenzu Supreme Treasure

"Let the old acquaintance stay. The rest of you may withdraw."

Eldrin nodded slightly and waved his hand once more, signaling for the crowd to withdraw.

The group of Chen Clan Dao Lords departed, leaving behind only a few old acquaintances of Eldrin (Person Name).

Eldrin scanned his surroundings, his gaze lingering on those who had chosen to remain. A profound sense of emotion welled up within him.

The remaining Dao Lords were all old acquaintances of Eldrin from back in the day. They took their seats in the great hall 1 by 1.

The closest person by his side was naturally Chen Changxuan, which went without saying.

And the first person on the right was Kael (Person Name). Even after 10 1000 years apart, Kael (Person Name) remained clad in black robes, his features extraordinarily handsome, with immortal light radiating from his entire being as if imbued with an extraordinary divinity.

"After all these years apart, Brother, you have already forged the foundation of a Great Luo."

Gazing at Kael, Eldrin could not help but exclaim in admiration.

Among the prodigies of the Violet Realm in those years, if Eldrin was peerless in talent and comprehension through the ages, and Lyra astonished all eras with her innate gifts, then Kael stood unparalleled in his unprecedented perseverance and indomitable resolve.

Now, after 10 1000 years apart, Kael had cultivated the fruits of the Buddhist, Daoist, and Demonic paths, forging an unorthodox path to the Great Perfection.

Kael nodded calmly and said, "The distinction between immortal and demon is but a single thought."

"I still remember, it was you who guided me back then."

Kael spoke with an understated tone, then offered a slight bow to Eldrin.

Eldrin nodded slightly. Had it not been his guidance, Kael might never have comprehended this path.

At this thought, Eldrin nodded and said, “Buddha is but a manifestation of the Dao, and immortals and demons share the same origin. It was only natural that this path would prove viable.”

With those words, his gaze swept over the assembly once more.

In the grand hall, seated in order were Elara, Chen Ethan, Chen Fusu, Lu Wenyuan, Gu Lanshan, Chen Zuxuan, and a dozen or so other old acquaintances.

"You have all reached the Late Stage of the Primordial Spirit (Cultivation Realm). Not bad at all."

Observing these old friends, Eldrin (Person Name) voiced his satisfaction with a word of praise.

Without delay, he spoke candidly, "My return to the clan stems chiefly from homesickness, though I've naturally brought some gifts for you all as well."

"May these wondrous objects lend you an ounce of aid upon your path to Dao attainment."

Eldrin spoke these words, then turned his gaze to Kael and continued, "Cousin, you have already laid the foundation of the Great Luo. Ascension to immortality is within your grasp, and the artifacts for breakthrough transcendence hold no use for you now."

"I have brought 3 immortal treasures from the lower realm, intended to serve as the foundation of our clan's legacy. Among them is 1 that can aid you in surviving the heavenly tribulation of ascension."

With that, Eldrin (Person Name) produced 3 immortal treasures: the Violet Lightning Severing Tribulation Sword (Magic Treasure), the Great Yin Calamity Crossing Robe (Magic Treasure), and the 5 Elements Ascension Pagoda (Magic Treasure).

Handing the 5 Elements Ascension Tower to Kael (Person Name), Eldrin (Person Name) then produced a piece of Immortal Gold and passed it over, saying, "Your Heavenly Tribulation will likely be difficult to overcome. Relying solely on a single immortal treasure may not be sufficient."

"This Mystic Azure Gold was obtained from the ruins of the Cangling Ancient Star, and may be used for the advancement of your Lifebound Immortal Sword."

"Take this, consider it my congratulatory gift for your ascension to immortality."

Concerning the treasures vital to his path to immortality, Kael did not hesitate. After retrieving the 2 sacred artifacts, he declared, "Once I have settled all mortal affairs, I shall undergo the heavenly tribulation and ascend to the immortal realm with you."

Eldrin (Person Name) gave a noncommittal nod and handed both the Lunar Calamity Evading Robe and the Violet Lightning Tribulation-Severing Sword to the elder clan chief, instructing solemnly.

"These 3 supreme treasures are the clan’s foundational pillars. From this day forth, they shall all be entrusted to Elder Uncle’s personal guardianship."

"In the future, when a clan cultivator attains immortality, they may use this treasure to transcend their heavenly tribulation, but must first swear an oath not to take it with them upon ascension."

At this point, Eldrin declared with a piercing gaze, "Should anyone dare ascend to the immortal realm with these ancestral treasures, I shall personally cast them into the cycle of reincarnation."

Hearing this, everyone nodded with grave solemnity.

How precious the clan's immortal treasure was! Even many immortals would covet it endlessly, for it was the ultimate treasure the family relied upon to overcome tribulations and preserve their lives.

Should anyone attempt to take the treasure with them to ascend to the immortal realm, they would sever the path to immortality for all who follow—an act Eldrin would never tolerate.

At this thought, Chen Changxian nodded and said, "Rest assured. If there are any ungrateful individuals in the clan, this old man will not allow them to live until their ascension to immortality."

Kael, however, shook his head and spoke calmly, "With you here, we naturally feel secure. But what if 1 day you were no longer with us?"

Upon hearing this, everyone fell into a profound silence.

Finally, Eldrin took a deep breath and sighed, "I shall build a Heart-Reflection Platform atop Verdant Chariot Mountain."

To obtain the celestial treasure, junior clan members must first tread upon the Heart-Questioning Platform and endure the Threefold Inquiry of Heaven and Man before they may claim the artifact to transcend their heavenly tribulation.

Everyone was slightly taken aback by these words, then unconsciously nodded in agreement.

3 Heavenly Inquiries: the first inquires of the immortal path, the second of the Dao heart, the third of unwavering devotion.

Having passed the first trial, it signified his path to immortality had been forged, granting him the qualification to face the heavenly tribulation.

To pass the second trial signifies an unwavering Dao heart, untainted by demonic paths. As for those who clear the third trial, they would at the very least never betray the clan.

1 who has thus endured the 3 Heavenly Inquiries is naturally qualified to claim the immortal treasure.

Chen Ethan (Person Name) observed this and inquired further, "If a cultivator outside the family wishes to borrow immortal treasures, may they pass through the Heart-Questioning Platform?"

Eldrin (Person Name) pondered briefly, then after a moment of contemplation said, "Those outside the clan may also claim the immortal treasure to transcend tribulation, but they must undergo the trial of 5 Heavenly Inquiries."

Hearing this, everyone nodded in understanding. Unlike the 3 Questions of Heaven and Man, the 5 Questions of Heaven and Man added 2 additional inquiries atop the original 3.

The fourth inquiry tests 1's character, the fifth their vows. Those who pass the 5 Heavenly Inquiries are undoubtedly individuals of noble virtue. Such persons, having borrowed immortal treasures, would inevitably return them.

Seeing this, the others said nothing more.

After arranging the 3 Tribulation Transcendence treasures, Eldrin turned his gaze toward Chen Ethan.

At this moment, Chen Ethan (Person Name) had also reached the Half-Immortal realm. 2 illusory strands of life and death law power intertwined endlessly within him, as if only 1 final step remained for a breakthrough.

Eldrin shook his head instead, his face etched with a sigh as he asked, "Having cultivated for 17,000 years, do you know why you still cannot fully comprehend this Law of Life and Death?"

Chen Ethan (Person Name) froze momentarily, then instinctively bowed and inquired, "I beg Uncle to enlighten me."

"You've taken the wrong path."

Eldrin let out a soft sigh before speaking, "You once delved into the mysteries of life and death, possessing remarkable talent in this path. Now, only 1 final step remains for you to comprehend the Law of Life and Death."

"Yet your inability to breakthrough does not stem from insufficient comprehension of the Dao, but rather from your physical body lacking sufficient strength."

Chen Ethan (Person Name) furrowed his brow deeply, speaking as if enlightened, "Elder Uncle, what do you mean by that?"

"Hmm."

Eldrin nodded and declared, "To comprehend the power of life, 1 requires an immensely potent vitality, while the Law of Death is even more overwhelmingly domineering."

"To traverse either of these paths, your current physical body simply cannot withstand it."

"If you can cultivate an immortal body, your path of life and death laws will naturally fall into place."

Chen Ethan’s eyes lit up with sudden understanding, and a joyful expression spread across his face as he said, “Many thanks for your guidance, Uncle.”