Chapter 1188 : A Dragon Pearl's Forge and Alliance

Eldrin Chen nodded upon hearing this. A Dragon Pearl of the Supreme-Grade Immortal Artifact grade, if refined into an External Elixir [a supreme treasure that stores immense power], could store vast quantities of Immortal Essence [the purest form of spiritual energy used by high-level cultivators].

With this treasure, Heaven Wind Immortal would gain the equivalent of several times his normal spiritual power reserves. Combined with the might of the Ancient Starry Firmament Bell, his strength would likely be on par with a Half-Step Earth Immortal [a cultivator who has partially transcended mortality but not fully ascended to Earth Immortal status].

If not for Eldrin Chen possessing his Lifebound Immortal Treasure [a treasure forged with one's life essence, growing in power with the user], the Primordial Verdant Lotus Throne, even he would have coveted such a prize greatly.

After handing the Dragon Pearl to Heaven Wind Immortal, Eldrin Chen stored the other treasures, the Crimson Dragon Sky-Scorching Sword and the Crimson Flame Golden Scale Armor, away.

Of the two treasures, the Crimson Flame Golden Scale Armor was severely damaged; repairing it would be no easy task.

Seeing this, Heaven Wind Immortal spoke up, "With your current cultivation, Elder Brother, repairing this Crimson Flame Golden Scale Armor yourself would be difficult."

"Perhaps I could act as an intermediary and ask Heaven Flame Patriarch to restore this treasure for you?"

Eldrin Chen was momentarily taken aback. Previously, Heaven Flame Patriarch had repaired the Ancient Starry Firmament Bell for Heaven Wind Immortal, which showed their relationship was good.

Furthermore, Heaven Flame Patriarch had not coveted that Earth Immortal-grade treasure, indicating his character was trustworthy.

If Eldrin Chen were to seek out a powerful Earth Immortal like Heaven Flame Patriarch alone to repair a supreme treasure, he would certainly not dare. However, with Heaven Wind Immortal acting as a bridge, he felt a measure of confidence. This content originates from audio–novel.com. Please respect copyright.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen nodded and said, "Then I shall trouble you, Elder Brother."

"Not at all, not at all."

Seeing this, Heaven Wind Immortal revealed a smile and said, "From this great battle, this old man obtained a supreme-grade Dragon Pearl [a mystical pearl formed within a dragon, containing immense draconic essence]. Helping you with a small matter is nothing in comparison."

With that said, Eldrin Chen began to inventory the remaining treasures.

Among the remaining treasures were many precious Immortal Artifact [enchanted artifacts of immense power used by immortals]. Among them, there were seven or eight pieces of both Upper Grade Immortal Artifact [high-tier immortal artifacts] and Immortal Herb [plants imbued with immortal energy, used in alchemy].

Although Star Consort had already received a Supreme-Grade Immortal Artifact [the pinnacle tier of immortal artifacts] and a Stellar Fruit [a fruit that absorbs the essence of the stars], Eldrin Chen still selected an Upper Grade Immortal Artifact from the pile and gifted it to her.

There were still quite a few Immortal Artifact remaining. The more than twenty Immortal [beings who have ascended to immortality through cultivation] who participated in the battle each received one or two Immortal Artifact, and everyone's faces were lit with joyous smiles.

After the treasures were fully distributed, Heaven Wind Immortal and Star Consort took their leave one after the other.

Eldrin Chen looked at the remaining group and said, "We have taken Crimson Dragon Island, but within the Crimson Dragon Sea, there are still several Immortal Isles [islands suffused with immortal energy] belonging to Divine Clan [clans of divine beings] and the Demon Race [a race of powerful, often malevolent, supernatural beings] that we have not fully secured."

"We should seize this opportunity to completely take control of those few Immortal Isles."

"Very well," Eldrin Chen replied with a nod.

The assembled immortals gave their assent and then surged forward as one, launching their assault upon the remaining few Immortal Isles.

Unfortunately, it seemed the Divine Clan [a powerful clan of divine beings] had long been prepared for such an eventuality. The Divine Spirits [powerful spiritual entities] from several of their Immortal Isles had already fled well in advance.

Before their departure, they had thoroughly plundered the islands of all their precious Immortal Artifact [enchanted objects of immense power used by immortals], leaving behind only empty shells of Immortal Isles for Eldrin Chen to claim.

As Eldrin Chen proceeded to secure the Immortal Isles, he soon arrived at the final island in the chain. A flicker of surprise crossed his eyes.

Upon this particular Immortal Isle, he had assumed it, too, would be deserted. To his astonishment, he could sense the distinct aura of a Demon Immortal [an immortal who has cultivated demonic arts] emanating from within.

Contemplating this, Eldrin Chen could not help but inquire, "Which Immortal Isle is this?"

"This is the Wind-Thunder Immortal Island," Six Stars Immortal [an immortal known by the title 'Six Stars'] answered. "If my deduction is correct, the presence on the island should belong to the Wind-Fire-Thunder Divine Ape [a powerful divine ape beast attuned to wind, fire, and thunder]."

"Oh?" Eldrin Chen's interest was piqued.

Eldrin Chen paused briefly, then spoke. "I have heard that divine ape cultivated the innate Wind-Fire Heavenly Demon Body [a rare and powerful physical constitution granting mastery over wind and fire demonic energies], and even comprehended the Thunderclap Path Principles [the profound laws governing thunder and lightning]. It is said to be a rare Celestial Immortal Seed [one with the potential to ascend to the highest realms of celestial immortality]."

"Today, I shall have the chance to witness it for myself."

As his words fell, Eldrin Chen flicked his fingers, producing a soft hum. The Celestial Abyss Twin Swords merged and slashed down, cleaving through the grand formation protecting the Immortal Isles.

With the formation shattered, the Wind-Fire-Thunder Divine Ape who had been in secluded cultivation within was instantly enraged.

A divine ape figure leaped out, roaring, "Who dares disturb this Monkey Lord's peaceful cultivation? Come forth and meet your death!"

With that, it brandished its Wind-Thunder Immortal Iron Staff and struck at the Celestial Abyss Twin Swords, actually managing to knock aside the residual force of the twin swords.

Eldrin Chen's eyes lit up. Although the residual force of his Celestial Abyss Twin Swords was not at its peak, it was not something an ordinary Mid Ascendant Immortal Realm cultivator could withstand. Read, share, and discuss at audio—novel.com.

This Wind-Fire-Thunder Divine Ape before him was only at the Ascendant Immortal 6th Tier level, yet it could trade blows with the Celestial Abyss Twin Swords on equal footing. Its true strength was likely not inferior to a Late Ascendant Immortal Realm expert.

"What a fierce ape!"

Eldrin Chen praised, recalling the Celestial Abyss Twin Swords. Then, with a single palm strike, he cleaved downward.

Though the Wind-Fire-Thunder Divine Ape possessed extraordinary innate talent, it was no match for the perfected Primordial One Indestructibility Body. It was instantly sent flying, coughing blood, and pinned down on Wind-Fire-Thunder Divine Ape Island, utterly immobilized.

Only at this moment did the Wind-Fire-Thunder Divine Ape finally sense that something was amiss. It could not help but speak out, "Who exactly are you, and why have you come to assault my gates?"

Eldrin Chen offered a faint smile. With a single motion, he seized the Wind-Fire-Thunder Divine Ape, watching the divine ape struggle futilely in his grasp as he spoke.

"This venerable one is Returning Abyss Path Master [the Master of the Returning Abyss Path], the new master of this Crimson Dragon Sea. Today, I have come to settle accounts with the Immortal Isles [the celestial islands of this region]."

Upon hearing these words, the Wind-Fire-Thunder Divine Ape's expression changed drastically.

It could scarcely believe that in the mere tens of thousands of years it had spent in secluded cultivation, such a monumental change had swept through the Crimson Dragon Sea.

With a glance at its surroundings, the Wind-Fire-Thunder Divine Ape understood the tide had turned irrevocably. Escape seemed impossible. It immediately began to plead for mercy, "Your might is supreme, Honored One. Yet, this humble demon bears you no enmity. I beg you, let me depart in peace."

Eldrin Chen smiled again, then shook his head. "In settling the affairs of the Crimson Dragon Sea, this venerable one's original intent was to purge all Demon Immortal [demonic immortals] and Divine Spirits [divine spirits] within its bounds. It is true you have formed no grudge with me."

"However, by seizing your Immortal Isles, I have inevitably forged a Karma [a binding cause-and-effect link] with you. I cannot simply let you go."

"Thus, I propose this: recognizing the difficulty of your cultivation journey, I am reluctant to spill more blood."

"If you are willing to serve as the guardian True Spirit [a powerful, sentient elemental spirit] of my mountain sect, I shall spare your life."

Seeing this, the Wind-Fire-Thunder Divine Ape [a powerful simian demon beast capable of wielding wind, fire, and thunder] immediately knelt down with a bitter smile and said, "Many thanks for Your Excellency's grace. This humble ape is endlessly grateful."

"A promising pupil who can be taught."

Watching the Wind-Fire-Thunder Divine Ape submit, Eldrin Chen could not help but reveal a faint smile of satisfaction.

This Wind-Fire-Thunder Divine Ape possessed extraordinary innate talent. If properly nurtured, its chances of a future breakthrough to the Earth Immortal [a high-level immortal realm where one's power is deeply connected to the earth] were not small. Even if placed within an Earth Immortal Blessed Land [a sacred land of immense spiritual power suitable for Earth Immortals], it could be cultivated as a Mountain-Guarding Divine Beast [a powerful guardian beast tasked with protecting a sacred mountain or territory].

Returning to the main point, after securing Wind-Fire-Thunder Divine Ape Island, all sixteen Immortal Isles [islands imbued with immortal-level spiritual energy] of the Crimson Dragon Sea had now completely fallen under the control of the Human Race.

Coupled with the Supreme Subtlety Island cultivated by the Chen Clan over the past ten thousand years, the Crimson Dragon Sea now boasted a full seventeen Immortal Isles. It could be said that the entire Crimson Dragon Sea was now firmly within the grasp of the Human Race.

Regarding this, the Human Race immortals of the Crimson Dragon Sea were all immensely pleased.

Eldrin Chen was also deeply gratified in his heart. After returning to Green Chariot Mountain, he invited the Human Race immortals of the Crimson Dragon Sea to Green Chariot Mountain to discuss important matters.

On this day, within the Green Chariot Mountain Great Hall, more than twenty Immortal [beings who have ascended to immortality through cultivation] wore expressions of joy.

The Six Stars Immortal [an immortal associated with the six stars constellation] stroked his beard and smiled, unable to resist being the first to speak. "Esteemed colleagues, now that the Crimson Dragon Sea has changed hands, henceforth it should be renamed the Returning Abyss Sea."

"Hahaha, indeed, indeed!"

Heavenly Feather Immortal nodded, then looked at Eldrin Chen and said, "From now on, we shall rely on our esteemed in-law."

"Not at all, not at all. My ascension to rule the Returning Abyss Sea owes much to the contributions of all present."

Eldrin Chen offered a slight smile and seized the moment to propose, "Now that I preside over the Returning Abyss Sea, and you, my dear in-laws, are all part of our inner circle, would you consider joining the Returning Abyss Alliance?" Discover more cultivation stories at audio-novel.com.