Chapter 1246 : The Dragon's Soul and the Ancient Cauldron

It was the Black Dragon True Soul [the genuine spiritual essence of a black dragon] that allowed Eldrin Chen to perceive a familiar aura.

Lyra Jiang sensed it as well and mused thoughtfully, "The aura of this dragon soul seems to share the same origin as that Dragon-Patterned Black Gold Cauldron [an immortal treasure forged from black gold and engraved with dragon patterns]."

"I share that feeling."

Eldrin Chen nodded, a flicker of deep contemplation passing through his gaze.

Years ago, during his first exploration of the Crimson Sun Earth Immortal Realm [a legendary realm associated with the Crimson Sun Earth Immortal], he had obtained a Dragon-Patterned Black Gold Cauldron.

That Dragon-Patterned Black Gold Cauldron was a Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure [a treasure of the highest rank within the immortal grade], yet it lacked a Treasure Spirit [the sentient spiritual core of a powerful magical artifact]. Left with no alternative, Eldrin Chen had been forced to use it as a Formation Tool [a treasure specifically used to anchor and power grand formations], deploying it as the core of the Mountain Guardian Grand Formation [a grand defensive formation] upon Purple Tenuity Immortal Island.

Now, after tens of thousands of years had passed, this Immortal Treasure [a treasure forged with immortal techniques and power] had remained as the heart of the Mountain Guardian Grand Formation, serving as one of the clan's ultimate Deep-Seated Foundation [a foundational asset of immense strategic importance].

He never imagined he would now encounter a Black Dragon True Soul that shared its origin.

"If my deduction is correct, this should be the Treasure Spirit of the Dragon-Patterned Black Gold Cauldron,"

Eldrin Chen stated calmly, a surge of quiet elation rising within him. Read, share, and discuss at audio-novel`com.

Merely the Treasure Spirit [the sentient consciousness of a magical artifact] and the cauldron's body alone were already of Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure [the highest classification of immortal artifacts] caliber. How astonishing would it be when the two were united as one?

Suppressing the excitement in his heart for now, he meticulously inspected the Black Dragon True Soul [the primordial spiritual essence of a black dragon] once more to ensure no anomalies remained. Only then did he speak: "Let us merge the Treasure Spirit with the treasure cauldron and witness for ourselves what manner of artifact it truly is."

With those words, Eldrin Chen delayed no further.

He retrieved the Dragon-Patterned Black Gold Cauldron [a cauldron forged from black gold and inscribed with dragon patterns], separating it from the Mountain Guardian Grand Formation [a grand defensive formation that protects a mountain]. Then, he began to channel his power, urging the Black Dragon True Soul to merge with the cauldron.

The Black Dragon True Soul, which had been lying dormant, sensed the presence of the Dragon-Patterned Black Gold Cauldron and immediately erupted with a dazzling, immortal radiance.

As a pair of draconic eyes snapped open, a heaven-shaking Dragon's Roar [a powerful sonic attack unleashed by a dragon] erupted. The Black Dragon True Soul let out a mighty roar and surged forward, flying directly into the heart of the Dragon-Patterned Black Gold Cauldron.

"Hmmmmmm—"

In that very instant, the Dragon-Patterned Black Gold Cauldron trembled faintly.

Upon the ancient, primordial surface of the black-gold cauldron, the dragon patterns began to tremble with vivid life, as if a Primordial True Dragon [a dragon from the dawn of creation, embodying immense power] were coiling and uncoiling within its depths.

An aura of profound antiquity and immense age emanated from it, as if an ancient cauldron that had existed since the very moment of World Creation [the primordial act that brought the cosmos into being] was now stirring from its long slumber.

In a fleeting moment of clarity, Eldrin Chen beheld beneath the great cauldron a reflection of a world-shaking scene from antiquity—demonic hordes lying slain and myriad immortals bleeding out upon the earth.

"A World-Opening Treasure, the Black Dragon World-Suppressing Cauldron,"

Eldrin Chen murmured to himself. As the master of the Dragon-Patterned Black Gold Cauldron, he instantly comprehended the origins of this Black Dragon World-Suppressing Cauldron.

He sighed, his voice tinged with awe and astonishment. "The lineage of this cauldron stretches back to an immeasurably distant past. It is one of the Innate Treasure [a supreme treasure born from the primordial chaos of creation] 'Nine Dragons Ancient Cauldron' that once belonged to the Setting Sun Celestial God [a deity of the waning sun], now divided into separate vessels."

"Now, with its vessel and spirit reunited, it has awakened from its slumber. Though merely one of the nine ancient cauldrons, it has already reclaimed its status as a Heaven-Opening Ancient Cauldron [a primordial cauldron of immense power capable of shaping the heavens]."

"At its zenith, it was a supreme-grade Heaven-Opening Ancient Cauldron. Having only just revived, its current rank is merely that of a low-grade World-Opening Treasure [a treasure of foundational power capable of shaping worlds]. To restore its former glory, it requires a vast infusion of World's Primordial Qi [the primal, foundational energy that constitutes a world]."

Hearing this, the women present could not contain their profound excitement. Even a single low-grade World-Opening Treasure would be enough to become the foremost supreme treasure of the current Chen Clan.

Verdant Consort could not help but take a deep breath before inquiring, "How, then, can the power of this Black Dragon World-Suppressing Cauldron be restored?"

Eldrin Chen pondered for a moment before replying, "This cauldron is the ancient cauldron of the Black Dragon, also known as the Mystic Dragon Ancient Cauldron."

"'Mystic' denotes its affinity with the water element. If placed at the heart of the Immortal Spring [a spring of immortal, life-giving water] within the Abyssal Abode of Bliss, it can gradually recover the full majesty of its prime."

Speaking to this point, Eldrin Chen spoke again, saying: "However, at present, the Abyssal Abode of Bliss is still merely a low-grade Blessed Land [a place of immense spiritual concentration and natural harmony]."

"To rely on the Water Elemental Qi [the spiritual essence of the water element] of the Abyssal Abode of Bliss to restore it to its former peak power would likely require at least several hundred thousand years."

"That is of no consequence."

Lyra Jiang offered a slight smile and said: "What does several hundred thousand years matter? As long as we can obtain a supreme-grade World-Opening Treasure [a legendary artifact of immense power capable of shaping reality], we can afford to wait that long."

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen could not help but reveal a faint smile of his own.

A supreme-grade World-Opening Treasure—what an exceedingly rare treasure that was, coveted even by half-step Heavenly Immortal Paragon [cultivators on the very cusp of ascending to true immortality]. A mere wait of several hundred thousand years was truly insignificant in comparison. Discover more cultivation stories at audio novel.com.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen ceased his pondering and declared: "Then let us place it within the Abyssal Abode of Bliss to be nurtured by its energies, concealing it as a Clan-Suppressing Foundation [a foundational treasure of ultimate importance for a clan's survival and prosperity]."

"Unless a crisis of Life and Death [a moment of existential peril] befalls us, this cauldron shall not rashly see the light of day."

"Agreed."

The women, hearing this, all nodded in assent, thus settling the matter.

After settling this matter, Eldrin Chen did not linger. He left a [a physical projection or avatar created by a powerful cultivator] at Verdant Chariot Mountain, and then This Venerable One took the Black Dragon World-Suppressing Cauldron to the Abyss of the Abyssal End.

Upon returning to the Abyssal Abode of Bliss, Eldrin Chen immediately placed the Black Dragon World-Suppressing Cauldron within the Immortal Spring [a sacred spring imbued with potent spiritual energy] for nurturing. He then retrieved the Phoenix Blood Crimson Gold and began the ritual to refine the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss.

Having gained experience from refining the Heavenly River Flood Water Sword, the process of refining the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss this time was considerably easier.

Eldrin Chen spent two Millennium [a period of one thousand years] of effort, ultimately fusing the Phoenix Blood Crimson Gold into the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss. This elevated it to the level of a Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure, a process that took a full Millennium less than the advancement of the Heavenly River Flood Water Sword.

"It is done."

After the successful advancement of the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss, a look of profound satisfaction settled upon Eldrin Chen's face.

With the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss now ascended, his offensive power had received a monumental boost. For assault, he possessed the Heavenly Separated Twin Swords; for defense, he had the Yin-Yang Dual Pole Pearl.

Augmented further by the protection of his three Lifebound Divine Ability [innate supernatural powers tied to a cultivator's life force], he estimated that even against an Ancient Ancestor at the Early Stage Earth Immortal [the initial tier of the Earth Immortal cultivation realm] realm, he would no longer be at a disadvantage.

"The sole remaining concern is the insufficiency of my Mana [the reservoir of spiritual energy or power within a cultivator]."

Eldrin Chen murmured this thought inwardly, giving a slight, acknowledging nod.

His Flood Water Azure Lotus Platform [a lifebound magical treasure resembling a lotus platform] had been nurtured for many years. Calculating the time, it was now nearing its moment of maturation. He estimated that in another three Millennia [periods of one thousand years], it would advance to become a Supreme Grade Immortal Root [the highest grade of spiritual foundation for a cultivator].

With these thoughts in mind, Eldrin Chen emerged from his Seclusion Chamber [a specially prepared room for undisturbed cultivation].

He glanced towards Lyra Jiang's Seclusion Chamber and saw that she had not yet ended her seclusion. Understanding she was still in the midst of her closed-door cultivation to elevate her Six Realms and Eight Desolations Cauldron [a powerful cauldron-type magical treasure], he decided not to disturb her.

With nothing pressing at hand, he simply went to the bank of the Immortal Spring [a spring imbued with potent spiritual energy] and retrieved the Supreme Grade Immortal Scripture [a supreme-grade cultivation manual] and the Ancient Scroll of World-Opening [an ancient scroll detailing profound techniques] obtained from the Crimson Sun Blessed Land [a sacred land bathed in crimson sunlight]. There, he began his contemplation and study.

This time, as he perused the Immortal Scripture, Eldrin Chen focused his comprehension on the Celestial Brilliance Ancient Scroll [an ancient scroll of celestial techniques] and several volumes of Immortal Scripture related to artifact forging and Formation [mystical arrays and formations].

His purpose was to elevate his own mastery in artifact crafting and Formation arts, making preparations for the forging of a Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure [a treasure of the highest immortal grade].

The reason for this was that Eldrin Chen planned to complete the forging of three Supreme Grade Immortal Treasures within the final eight Millennia before the eruption of the Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic era of trials and calamities].

These three Supreme Grade Immortal Treasures were, respectively, the Flood Water Azure Lotus Platform, the Yin-Yang Void Realm [a treasure embodying the principles of yin and yang and void], and the Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure promised to Six Stars Immortal.

Among these three treasures, the one promised to Six Stars Immortal needs little further explanation.

The Flood Water Azure Lotus Platform, being a Lifebound Immortal Treasure [a treasure intrinsically linked to a cultivator's life force] designed to store vast reserves of Mana [spiritual energy or cultivation power], was naturally of absolutely vital importance.

The Yin-Yang Void Realm [a mystical spatial treasure] is the treasure of the Void [a profound cultivation art]. On this journey, Eldrin Chen obtained a piece of Great Void Condensed Jade [a rare jade crystallized from the essence of the primordial void], a spatial-attribute wonder used for World Creation [the act of forging or stabilizing a pocket dimension].

Once the Great Void Condensed Jade is fused into the Mirror of Yin, Yang, and Void [a magical mirror embodying the principles of yin, yang, and void], this Yin-Yang Void Realm will ascend to the ranks of Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure [the highest classification of immortal artifacts]. Your portal to cultivation novels: @udio-novel.com.