Chapter 1191. 8 1000 Years of Change

At this thought, Eldrin still cautioned, "This method defies the natural order. Practicing it erodes 1's virtue and will inevitably bring immense karmic retribution upon oneself."

"The more powerful an immortal, the more terrifying the tribulations they attract when undergoing their heavenly trials after cultivating this method."

"You few have yet to attain immortality, so the heavenly tribulations you face might be somewhat more manageable. Still, surviving them will hardly be easy."

"Whether to cultivate this art shall be determined by your own decision."

Upon hearing this, the group exchanged uncertain glances, yet within moments, their resolve solidified.

Given their innate talent and foundation, even with Eldrin's dedicated cultivation, their chances of attaining the Dao Fruit of Ascension remained exceedingly slim.

Only by cultivating this method and attaining nirvana to manifest a new future body, 1 that transcends the foundations and Dao fruits of this present life, can there be hope to break through to the realm of ascendant immortality.

At this thought, they all nodded and declared, "With the Great Path of Ascending to Immortality before us, how could we ever abandon it?"

Dorian (Person Name) sighed deeply, then said with a gentle smile, "My Violet Radiance Thunder Dragon Avatar is the perfect vessel for the Next Life Body."

"This wisp of heavenly tribulation essence was obtained when I slew the Violet Radiance Divine Spirit. You may fuse it into your future incarnation to strengthen your foundational potential."

Eldrin nodded, then took out a wisp of Thunder Essence and handed it to Dorian.

Then, he produced another treasure pearl from his sleeve and handed it to Maris the Sea Steader (Person Name), saying, "This Divine Sea Pearl is a treasure I sought from the Glazed Paradise."

"Through rebirth with this artifact, you shall be born in your next life with a companion spiritual treasure, your foundation no weaker than the 9 Heavens Divinities."

"My thanks."

Maris the Sea Steader (Person Name) and Dorian (Person Name) both revealed faint smiles of delight at the sight.

Dorian was even more deeply moved in his heart; the care he had provided Eldrin in earlier years was now being repaid a thousandfold.

Eldrin paid this no mind, his gaze shifting to Elara. He retrieved a piece of Icy Soul Immortal Jade from his sleeve and said, "This Icy Soul Immortal Jade can also serve as the vessel for your next life incarnation."

"Many thanks, Grandmaster."

Elara (Person Name) could hardly contain her joy as she took the Icy Soul Immortal Jade (Magic Treasure), her features glowing with delight.

This Icy Soul Immortal Jade was formed from the condensation of hundreds of millions of ancient ice souls, a rarity even across the entire Western Xishen Abyssal Sea. It served as a precious treasure for housing a second primordial spirit.

In other words, Eldrin (Person Name) now possessed astonishing wealth that even ordinary late-stage Ascension cultivators could only dream of obtaining.

"Devote yourself to cultivation."

Eldrin gave a slight nod, offering no further words.

With those words, he turned his gaze to Su Qiongfang (Person Name) and couldn't help but release a faint sigh in his heart.

Among the 4, Dorian, Maris the Sea Steader, and Elara had all reached the Half-Immortal Realm under Eldrin's guidance.

Moreover, they had journeyed far along this path, standing just 1 step away from attaining immortality.

If they cultivated the Nirvana Method of the Returning Abyss, using their current pinnacle half-immortal cultivation as nourishment, their next incarnation would undoubtedly far surpass this lifetime, with at least a 70 to 80 percent chance of breaking through to immortality.

Yet Su Qiongfang had only reached the ninth level of the Nascent Soul, with foundations that were merely ordinary. Even if she devoted her entire lifetime’s cultivation to nourish her future incarnation, it was far from certain she could attain immortality.

At this thought, Eldrin still cautioned, "Xiao Qi, even with your foundation, cultivating this Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss may not guarantee you attain immortality."

"You must remember, only after attaining an immortal body can you cultivate the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss."

At this point, Eldrin took out a Glimmering Wood Core and handed it to Su Qiongfang.

This resplendent Wood Heart, known as the Cyan Jade Wood Heart, was also a rare celestial treasure that happened to align perfectly with Su Qiongfang's spiritual roots.

Su Qiongfang naturally understood Eldrin’s thoughts. After visiting the Cyan Jade Wood Heart, she said, “Master, rest assured. This disciple still has over a lifetime of longevity remaining.”

"Before my lifespan is exhausted, this disciple shall not cultivate this technique."

"Hmm..."

Eldrin nodded slightly before speaking, "You may take your leave."

After the few of them had departed, Eldrin's eyes flickered slightly before he spoke, "Come in."

It was then, as he was meeting with the group, that his youngest son Chen Xiannian had somehow arrived outside the cave abode without anyone noticing.

Chen Xiannian stood clad in azure robes, his demeanor bearing traces of Eldrin's refined elegance, yet edged with a hint of Lyra's sharp intensity.

At this moment, he stepped leisurely into the cave abode.

Upon seeing Eldrin (Person Name), he said, "Father."

"Xian Nian..."

Upon seeing him, Eldrin couldn't help but smile faintly.

His 5 children were each unique in their own way. The eldest, Xianzhu, possessed an unyielding and righteous character. The second, Xiandao, was as gentle and refined as polished jade. The third, Xianchang, though unrestrained in demeanor, stood out with extraordinary brilliance. The fourth, Xianqing, despite her mischievous nature, radiated a remarkable spiritual vitality.

Yet when it came to innate talent and brilliance, it was this youngest son who shone the most dazzlingly.

This child, born bearing the 8 Trigrams Origin, innately contained the power of 8 supreme laws—his natural talent was beyond question.

She even possessed a 7-aperture Lyra (Person Name) heart, born with extraordinary intelligence, her talent and comprehension bearing some resemblance to Eldrin (Person Name)'s demeanor.

"This child resembles me!"

Eldrin thought to himself, a faint smile forming in his heart as he asked, "I see your 8 Trigrams Unity Art has nearly reached perfection. Do you seek guidance from your father to resolve lingering doubts?"

"Indeed."

Chen Xiannian nodded, a trace of bewilderment on his face as he said, "In recent years, I have been cultivating in seclusion in the mountains, and my cultivation base has progressed as naturally as water flowing downhill."

Now that he had cultivated an immortal body and comprehended the power of 8 distinct laws, only the final step of condensing the Dao Fruit remained to achieve ascension and transcendence.

"But this final step has kept me stagnant for thousands of years without the slightest progress, which is why I've come to seek Father's guidance."

"So that's how it is."

Eldrin nodded with a gentle smile. "To comprehend 8 fundamental laws and coalesce them into the Bagua Primordial Chaos Art—such talent is scarcely seen across the ages, and your insight defies all mortal measure."

Yet you fail to realize that throughout history, all who achieved greatness inevitably underwent extraordinary trials and faced exceptional tribulations.

"All these years, you have devoted yourself to secluded cultivation, turning a deaf ear to worldly affairs. Though your foundation is now flawless, to attain the Wuji Dao Fruit, you must still venture into the mortal realm for a time."

Chen Xiannian’s eyes lit up with sudden understanding, and he promptly declared, “I see it now, Father.”

After receiving Eldrin's guidance, Chen Xiannian finally attained a moment of enlightenment. That very day, he bid farewell to Eldrin and descended the mountain.

Watching his retreating figure, Eldrin couldn't help but sigh faintly in his heart.

His children were all blessed with extraordinary talents, and their ambitions were equally grand. Each aspired to forge a Great Perfection Foundation, yet this very pursuit slowed their path to immortality considerably.

The eldest son, Chen Xianzhu, possessed an unyielding and righteous character. He carved a path of legendary renown by vanquishing demons and monsters, becoming the first to achieve ascension and transcendence. He forged the foundation of the Great Luo Golden Immortal.

Over the years, Erzi Chen Xiandao had trained Dao Soldiers and forged a formidable reputation in the Abyssal Sea. His accumulated merits had long been sufficient for him to ascend as an immortal.

Yet 8 1000 years ago, he was taken as a disciple by an unknown immortal, who imparted to him an immortal art. It was said that only by mastering this art could he break through and ascend to immortality.

Third Elder Chen Xianchang, who possessed 30-3 Oceanic Divine Pearls, progressed even faster. 5 1000 years ago, he unsealed 12 Sea-Calming Pearls and, wielding their power, ascended to immortality.