Chapter 1282 : The Final Celestial Pillar

"Oh?"

A flicker of delight stirred within Eldrin Chen's heart. For his Four Extremities Heaven Pillars [four divine pillars representing the cardinal directions], he had already secured three of the required sacred trees: the Southern Fire Phoenix Parasol Tree [a legendary parasol tree where the fire phoenix roosts], the Western Primordial Chaos Ancient Maple, and the Eastern Longevity Ancient Tree.

Only the final Northern Extremity Celestial Pillar [the celestial pillar representing the northern extremity] remained, and this North Sea Great Toon [a mythical toon tree of immense age and power from the North Sea] was one of the optimal choices for it.

"It seems I must devise a plan for this North Sea Great Toon," he mused inwardly.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen nodded and declared, "If you can procure the North Sea Great Toon, I shall naturally assist you in entering Nirvana [a state of profound enlightenment and rebirth]."

Having said his piece, Eldrin Chen spoke no more on the matter.

He employed his Life [a divine ability governing vitality] and Rule Power [the power to impose cosmic laws] to stabilize the injuries of the gathered immortals, then began to tally the spoils of this battle.

After accounting for the gains, the immortals gathered in the Grand Hall, and expressions of joy graced their faces.

In this conflict, the core forces of the Setting Sun Blessed Land had been utterly decimated. The harvest for the Abyssal Immortal Alliance was unprecedented.

Among the myriad treasures were hundreds of Immortal Treasure [powerful artifacts forged by or for immortals], including nine Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure [the pinnacle grade of immortal treasures] and three World-Initiating Immortal Treasure [legendary treasures said to possess the power to initiate or shape worlds]. Read, share, and discuss at *audio-novel.com*.

In addition, there were vast quantities of Dao Source [the primordial essence from which all things originate], Formation [a structured arrangement of energy or objects for a specific purpose], Treasure Ship [a flying vessel imbued with magical properties], Pill [a refined medicinal pellet for cultivation], Immortal Treasures [objects of immense spiritual power used by cultivators], and other rare and wondrous items.

For Eldrin Chen and his companions, the most precious items were undoubtedly the Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure [treasures of the highest quality and power] and the World-Opening Treasure [artifacts capable of creating or stabilizing pocket dimensions].

Among the various Immortal Treasure, the most valuable were the eighth-tier World Creation [the act or power of forming a new world or dimension] artifacts belonging to Duskfall Ancient Ancestor: his Dao Source, the Duskfall Celestial Wheel, the Duskfall Heaven-Suppressing Pagoda, and the Crimson Dragon World-Suppressing Cauldron.

Gazing upon these treasures, Solara felt a surge of desire, yet she refrained from immediately claiming any.

She glanced at Eldrin Chen and spoke, "Fellow Daoist Eldrin [a respectful title for a cultivator of similar attainment] faced Duskfall Ancient Ancestor alone, severely wounded him, and ultimately slew him. It is clear that you contributed nearly half the Merit Points [a metaphysical measure of virtuous contribution or achievement] for this victory."

"Therefore, the distribution of these treasures should be left to Fellow Daoist Eldrin."

"In that case, I shall not stand on ceremony,"

Eldrin Chen did not refuse. He took Duskfall Ancient Ancestor's Dao Source and also claimed the Crimson Dragon World-Suppressing Cauldron.

After securing these two treasures, Eldrin Chen declared, "You may divide the remaining treasures amongst yourselves."

"This..."

Gazing at the remaining treasures, Solara was momentarily stunned, an expression of surprise coloring her features. In her estimation, among all the treasures, the most precious should have been the Duskfall Celestial Wheel, with the Dao Source [the condensed origin of a cultivator's Dao path] coming second.

And given the Merit Points earned by Eldrin Chen in this battle, combined with the contributions of Lyra Jiang and Verdant Consort, it would have been sufficient to claim both of these most valuable treasures simultaneously.

That Eldrin Chen had left the Duskfall Celestial Wheel for her was truly far beyond her expectations.

After all, the Duskfall Celestial Wheel was the sole Mid-Grade Heaven-Opening Treasure [a treasure capable of cleaving open a minor heaven or realm], its value exceeding that of two or three Low-Grade World-Opening Treasure [treasures capable of cleaving open a world] combined.

The Dao Source was also extraordinary. As the Dao Source of an Earth Immortal Progenitor [a foundational immortal who has opened their own grotto-heaven], Duskfall Ancient Ancestor, it was far beyond what any ordinary Immortal could hope to compare with.

This particular Dao Source had transcended the Supreme Grade Dao Source level, reaching the rank of an Earth-Grade Low-Rank Dao Source.

Not only did its depths contain Rule Power [the power of a fundamental cosmic law], but a strand of World-Initiating Qi [the primordial energy from which worlds are born] was also fused within it. Once refined, it was potent enough to cause a qualitative transformation in an Immortal's Deep-Seated Foundation [the fundamental, unshakable bedrock of a cultivator's power].

That Eldrin Chen had taken these two treasures without the slightest hesitation had greatly surprised her. Yet, from Eldrin Chen's perspective, it was the most advantageous choice.

Eldrin Chen had taken the Earth-Grade Dao Source to comprehend the Five Elements' 'Primordial Chaos Limitless Rule' [the cosmic law of boundless chaos from the dawn of creation] and use it to charge towards the Ninth Tribulation Immortal realm.

As for the Crimson Dragon World-Suppressing Cauldron, although it was currently only a Low-Grade World-Opening Treasure, it possessed the potential to continuously restore itself to the level of a Peerless World-Opening Treasure. Its value was dozens of times higher than even that of the Duskfall Celestial Wheel.

Taking these two treasures, for Eldrin Chen, already constituted claiming eight or nine-tenths of the harvest from this battle.

Unaware of this, Solara felt quite grateful towards Eldrin Chen and said, "I must thank Fellow Daoist for yielding the Duskfall Celestial Wheel to me."

As she spoke, Solara claimed the Duskfall Celestial Wheel.

Thus, among the several Heaven-Opening Supreme Treasure, only the Duskfall Heaven-Suppressing Pagoda remained.

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen turned to Skywind the Daoist and said, "Your contribution to this battle was significant, Fellow Daoist. This item should be yours."

Skywind the Daoist shook his head repeatedly and spoke at once, "You have avenged the destruction of my clan, Fellow Daoist. My heart is already filled with boundless gratitude. How could I possibly accept your treasure?" Read the full novel exclusively on audio-novel .c om.

"There is no need for such modesty."

Eldrin Chen offered a faint smile and continued, "Without your Ancient Bell of the Starry Cosmos, the Cosmic Star Archipelago would likely have been breached long ago, and I would not have had the chance to turn the tide of battle."

"If you do not take a single treasure, I fear my conscience will remain troubled." Seeing this, Skywind the Daoist hesitated slightly.

After a moment's pause, he spoke, "I already possess the Ancient Bell of the Starry Cosmos. To also acquire this Duskfall Heaven-Suppressing Pagoda would be to invite calamity by holding a treasure others covet."

"Might it be possible to exchange this Duskfall Heaven-Suppressing Pagoda for Duskfall Ancient Ancestor's Fourth Grade Heaven's Pillar?"

"Oh?"

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen's eyes flickered slightly, and he gave a thoughtful nod.

This Skywind the Daoist saw things clearly, understanding that no amount of treasures could compare in importance to one's own cultivation foundation.

If he failed to break through to the Earth Immortal Realm, possessing two Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure would only invite calamity.

Considering this, Eldrin Chen spoke, "I can agree to your terms. However, this Ancient Bell of the Starry Cosmos is of great use to my Zhou Heavenly Stars Grand Formation."

"I wonder if we might use the Duskfall Heaven-Suppressing Pagoda as the item of exchange." "Agreed."

Skywind the Daoist agreed to the suggestion without the slightest hesitation.

After all, the Ancient Bell of the Starry Cosmos was not his Lifebound Immortal Treasure [an immortal treasure bound to one's life and soul]; to him, it was ultimately just an external object.

The Duskfall Heaven-Suppressing Pagoda was comparable in power, both being World-Opening Treasure [a supreme-grade treasure capable of both offense and defense]. Exchanging one for the other was no loss for him.

Since that was the case, Skywind the Daoist naturally and readily sold Eldrin Chen this favor. "Very well, it is settled then."

Having exchanged the Duskfall Heaven-Suppressing Pagoda for the Ancient Bell of the Starry Cosmos, a look of deep satisfaction settled upon Eldrin Chen's face.

He informed Skywind the Daoist that once the treasures from the Ruins of Heaven Realm were retrieved, he would dismantle the Four Extremities Heaven Pillars and give them to him. Then, his gaze turned to the remaining Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure.

The Setting Sun Blessed Land held no small number of Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure—a full nine of them. These were the Myriad Miles Duskfall Pearl, the Setting Sun Celestial Wheel, the Crimson Dragon Heaven-Piercing Halberd, the Crimson Dragon Immortal-Slaying Sword, and other such Immortal Treasure.

Among these Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure, six were obtained from Duskfall Scion and the Setting Sun Daoist. The remaining three were all Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure forged and refined by the Duskfall Ancient Ancestor.

Eldrin Chen carefully examined the selection and chose three from among them: the Dragon Turtle Ancient Shield [an ancient shield forged in the likeness of a dragon-turtle, renowned for its immense defensive power], the Setting Sun Celestial Wheel, and the Great Geng Supreme Profound Sword [a supreme profound sword of the Great Geng metal element, famed for its sharpness and ability to sever all things].

He also took the Myriad Miles Duskfall Pearl into his hand before speaking. "These treasures are quite suitable. I intend to use them to reconfigure the Four Symbols Immortal-Trapping Formation. You may divide the rest among yourselves."

The group proceeded to distribute the remaining Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure. Solara took the Dao Source [the condensed essence of a cultivator's comprehension of the Dao, the foundation of their power] belonging to the Setting Sun Daoist and said, "His Dao Source resonates subtly with my own Great Sun Dao [the Great Sun Path, a cultivation art harnessing the power of the primordial sun]."

"I plan to refine and assimilate it to cultivate the World-Opening True Body [a legendary divine physique said to possess the power to cleave apart chaos and establish a world], thereby condensing a second World-Opening Dao Fruit [the ultimate fruit of enlightenment representing mastery over the World-Opening principle]."

"Once this endeavor succeeds, I shall attempt my breakthrough into the Earth Immortal Realm [the Earth Immortal Realm, a profound stage of cultivation where one becomes an immortal anchored to the mortal world]. When that time comes, I shall rely on all of you to safeguard my meditation."

Eldrin Chen handed the Dao Source [the primordial origin of the Dao, a fragment of cosmic truth] of Duskfall Scion to Lyra Jiang. Hearing her words, he gave a slight nod. "Setting aside the fact that your breakthrough to the Earth Immortal [a realm where one becomes an immortal bound to the earth, possessing immense power and longevity] realm has greatly increased our hopes of surviving the Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic heavenly trial that tests the fate of all cultivators]," he said.

"The mere opportunity to witness an Earth Immortal World Creation [the act of an Earth Immortal forging their own miniature world, a profound manifestation of their power and comprehension] is benefit enough for us. Guarding your ascension is only fitting." Join our community of readers at audio-novel[dot]com.