Chapter 1268 : Dividing the Celestial Treasures

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

He then took the item.

After distributing the Dao Source [the primordial essence of the Great Dao], nine Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure [peerless artifacts of the Immortal Realm] remained, each one of staggering value.

After some discussion, Eldrin Chen was allotted the Heaven's Might Command [a token that commands celestial authority], the Sylvan Azure Dragon Banner [a banner imbued with the power of the verdant dragon], and the Heaven-Pure Mountain River Fan [a fan that can purify mountains and rivers].

Solara obtained the Celestial Dragon Shield [a shield forged from celestial dragon scales] and the Ancient Seal of the Desolate Ruins [a seal containing the power of ancient wastelands]. Stella was allotted the Golden Radiance Soul-Piercer [a weapon whose golden light can pierce the soul]. Lyra Jiang took the Azure Wave Lotus Immortal Sword [an immortal sword as graceful as a lotus upon azure waves], while Verdant Consort claimed the Heaven's Might Command and the Lazuli Celestial Soul Sword [a sword of celestial lazuli that resonates with the soul].

The Golden Radiance Soul-Piercer was also immensely powerful, but none among them had the spare capacity to refine and wield it at the moment.

After further deliberation, Eldrin Chen temporarily lent the Lazuli Celestial Soul Sword to the Void-Refining Immortal [an immortal title for one who refines the void], and the Golden Radiance Soul-Piercer was entrusted to Sky Feather Immortal for refinement.

Both were at the Late Stage Immortal Ascension Realm [the penultimate stage before full immortality] and could barely muster the power to activate these Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure, granting them a lethal trump card against ordinary cultivators at the Ninth Level of Ascension to Immortality [the ninth tier of the Immortal Ascension Realm].

Once the Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic heavenly trial] had passed, if the two accumulated sufficient Merit Points [a metaphysical currency representing virtuous deeds and contributions], they would have the opportunity to formally exchange for these two Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure.

With the distribution of the Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure complete, Eldrin Chen smiled and declared, "Now that our spoils are allotted, let us seize this moment to rest and consolidate our strength, enhancing our own power." For the best reading experience, visit *audio-novel.com*.

"Very well."

Solara [the Immortal Consort] nodded, then spoke: "Having obtained the Supreme Grade Dao Source [a supreme-grade source of the fundamental Dao principles] and with the empowerment of the Azure Lotus Seed [a legendary spiritual seed], Luna, the Consort [the Immortal Consort] should also enter seclusion to attempt her breakthrough to the Half-Step Earth Immortal [a quasi-immortal realm just below the true Earth Immortal stage]."

With matters settled thus, the assembled immortals dispersed one by one, each retreating into seclusion to digest the gains from this great battle. Only Eldrin Chen, Lyra Jiang, and Verdant Consort [the Verdant Consort] remained behind.

Lyra Jiang directly produced the Dao Source [the condensed source of Dao principles] of the Yi Wood Azure Dragon [the Azure Dragon of the Yi Wood element], while Verdant Consort also took out and offered the Dao Source that had belonged to Su Wei Ancient Ancestor.

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen furrowed his brow slightly and said, "My lady, this..."

"There is no need for refusal."

Lyra Jiang shook her head and spoke plainly: "Given our current level of strength, even if we were to comprehend these Supreme Grade Dao Source, our power would not see any significant increase in a short time."

"It is better to concentrate our resources, allowing you to master the Primordial Chaos Limitless Rule Power [a divine ability of limitless power born from Primordial Chaos]. Only then will we have a greater certainty of surviving the Great Tribulation [the cataclysmic heavenly trial]."

"I understand."

Seeing her resolve, Eldrin Chen offered no further protest.

He took the two Dao Source [the condensed essence of a Great Power's comprehension of a fundamental cosmic principle] into his hands, then handed the Golden Dragon Dao Source [a Dao Source embodying the rule of metal, left behind by a Golden Dragon] which also contained the rule of metal to Lyra Jiang and said, "This object's nature overlaps with the Dao Source from the White Tiger Ancient Ancestor, so I entrust it to you for refinement."

"Understood."

Lyra Jiang nodded and accepted the Dao Source left behind by Aurelius the Golden Dragon.

With that settled, Eldrin Chen said no more. Instead of entering seclusion immediately, he first made his way to the Immortal Fields within Back Mountain. There, he planted the Primordial Maple of Chaotic Ruins [a primordial tree born from the essence of a shattered world, its leaves holding traces of creation and destruction] within the Immortal Herb Garden.

He then used Primordial Essence [the purest form of foundational energy from the dawn of creation] to break its innate shackles, before finally returning to the Abyssal Abode of Bliss to prepare for seclusion and the refinement of the Dao Source.

This time, Eldrin Chen planned to refine three Dao Source simultaneously. Once the process was complete, he would simultaneously comprehend three distinct Rudimentary Rule [the foundational laws that govern aspects of reality, the first step towards wielding cosmic principles]. His cultivation realm would advance, and his power was certain to undergo a tremendous leap.

With this in mind, Eldrin Chen gave instructions before entering seclusion: "For this closed-door cultivation, I will consume Fortune Dao Gold [a mystical gold that accelerates the comprehension of cosmic principles] to refine the Dao Source. I will emerge within a millennium's time."

"Unless the Zhou Heavenly Stars Grand Formation [a grand defensive array that harnesses the power of the celestial constellations] is on the verge of collapse, or we face an enemy we cannot hope to withstand, do not disturb me for minor matters."

"I understand."

Lyra Jiang nodded, her expression exceptionally grave.

She understood clearly in her heart that after this seclusion succeeded, Eldrin Chen's strength would at the very least step into the realm of a Seven Tribulations Immortal [an immortal who has survived seven heavenly tribulations]. This was crucial for whether they could smoothly pass through the Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic, world-altering event of immense scale and danger], and thus she regarded it with utmost importance.

To allow Eldrin Chen to set his mind at ease and devote himself wholeheartedly to seclusion, Lyra Jiang added, "Now that the demon hordes of the Su Wei Sea have been annihilated, Thousand Dragons Lake is mired in conflict with the Verdant Stream Ancient Sect and cannot extricate itself, and the Celestial Demon Sea is also locked in fierce battle."

"Furthermore, we are protected by the Zhou Heavenly Stars Grand Formation [a grand defensive formation that harnesses the power of the celestial stars]. So, you can cultivate in peace. For the foreseeable future, no one should be able to threaten us."

"Mm."

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod, a measure of relief settling within him.

Before entering seclusion, he had wished to perform a divination, but with the Heavenly Secrets [the cosmic laws governing fate and destiny] obscured, it was difficult to discern fortune or misfortune. All he saw was a chaotic blur, offering no glimpse of what was to come. Discover more cultivation stories at audio—novel.com.

"Enough," he thought. "For now, I must focus on cultivation. If I can attain the combat prowess of a Seven Tribulations Immortal, I could even suppress an Earth Immortal Progenitor [a foundational immortal whose power is deeply rooted in the earth itself]."

"By that time, even if an Earth Immortal [an immortal whose power and longevity are tied to the terrestrial realm] were to attack, what would I have to fear?"

With this resolve firm in his heart, Eldrin Chen immediately sealed the Seclusion Chamber. He then took out the three Supreme Grade Dao Source [objects containing the pure, foundational essence of a cultivator's path] left behind by Su Wei Ancient Ancestor, the Yi Wood Azure Dragon, and the Blue Jade Celestial Dragon.

He did not immediately refine these three Dao Source. Instead, he first retrieved that one Qian-weight [five grams] of Fortune Dao Gold [a mystical metal said to attract good fortune and smooth one's cultivation path] and a large quantity of Incense Fire Celestial Silver [a silvery metal refined with spiritual incense, used in high-level artifact forging] to refine.

As the Fortune Dao Gold and Incense Fire Celestial Silver were refined, Eldrin Chen instantly felt boundless fortune enveloping him, augmented by an endless tide of power from the prayers and well-wishes of countless devotees.

Empowered by these two forces, Eldrin Chen felt his mind become preternaturally clear, as an infinite wellspring of inspiration surged into his consciousness.

"Now is the moment," he whispered to himself.

Heart alight with anticipation, Eldrin Chen swiftly retrieved the Supreme Grade Dao Source and began refining the Primordial Source [the foundational, primordial energy of creation] within it, seeking to comprehend the profound mysteries of the laws it contained.

While Eldrin Chen was in secluded cultivation, far away in the Setting Sun Sea, millions upon millions of Treasure Ship [enchanted vessels used for travel and warfare by cultivators] had converged outside the Setting Sun Blessed Land.

Each of these millions of Treasure Ship was at least of the Fifth Rank Realm, and each carried hundreds of thousands of cultivators.

Gathered together, this vast armada resembled a sprawling constellation adrift in the heavens, its collective aura so immense it caused the boundless sea to tremble.

Among them, legions of Dao Soldiers [elite cultivators trained for war] stood ready, and Immortal [beings who have transcended mortality] stood resolute upon the Nine Heavens Above. Their combined, majestic presence blazed with a radiance rivaling the Supreme Yang [the ultimate, purifying power of the sun].

Even a single Immortal, witnessing such a spectacle, would likely feel a tremor of awe in their heart.

At the very heart of the Setting Sun Blessed Land, two figures stood side by side, gazing upon the gathering storm. They were none other than the Duskfall Ancient Ancestor and the Setting Sun Ancient Ancestor.

The Setting Sun Ancient Ancestor gazed upon the boundless Treasure Ship and gave a slight nod. "Master, the disciples have marshaled their forces and stand ready to depart at any moment."

"Hmm."

The Duskfall Ancient Ancestor inclined his head slightly in acknowledgment, yet he did not give the order to move out immediately.

Seeing this, the Setting Sun Ancient Ancestor could not help but inquire, "Master, why do we not act? Could it be there is still something amiss within the Abyssal Sea Region?"

"Not so."

The Duskfall Ancient Ancestor shook his head and then spoke. "That Eldrin, the Junior has only been Ascending to Immortality [reaching the Earth Immortal realm] for a mere sixty thousand years. No matter how heaven-defying his talents, his power is inherently limited."

"Even with the aid of the Glazed Blessed Land [a mystical realm of profound spiritual energy], if he managed to defeat the Su Wei demon horde and the five Half-Step Earth Immortal [cultivators on the verge of the Earth Immortal realm] from Thousand Dragons Lake and others, his losses must have been grievous by now."

"At this moment, they are licking their wounds from a pyrrhic victory, undoubtedly still recuperating. If we grant them a few more Millennium [periods of one thousand years] to refine those five Supreme Grade Dao Source [objects containing the purest essence of the Dao, the fundamental principle of existence] and digest the spoils of this war, then perhaps we might not be able to subdue them."

"But now, while they are in seclusion, this old man will not grant them the chance to digest anything."

The Duskfall Ancient Ancestor spoke methodically, his expression calm. "However, that Eldrin, the Junior shares a close bond with Skywind the Daoist. Once we dispatch our troops to the Abyssal Sea Region, that whelp Skywind will certainly not stand idly by."

"With the World-Opening Treasure in his grasp, Skywind the Daoist poses a variable. Should he lend his aid to the Abyssal Daoist at a critical juncture, he would surely bring us no small measure of trouble."

"To eliminate this variable, we must prune this branch before it can bear fruit." This content originates from audio-novel.com (official site). Please respect copyright.