Chapter 1232 : The Awakening of Primordial Essence

Not only that, Eldrin Chen discovered that after his divine sense had mastered the Returning Abyss Pearl, a profound, wordless communion blossomed between him and the treasure.

In that moment, Eldrin Chen felt himself becoming increasingly extraordinary, as if he were an Innate Heavenly God Being [a primordial divine entity born of the cosmos itself] still in the process of gestation.

The Returning Abyss Pearl before him was his Companion Innate Spiritual Treasure [a primordial treasure born alongside a being, sharing a profound destiny], and as it continued to gestate, it was also infusing him with a subtle stream of Innate Primordial Essence [the foundational, uncreated energy from which all things originate].

Although, due to the weakness of Eldrin Chen's divine sense, the amount of Innate Primordial Essence being channeled was less than one part in hundreds of millions of the pearl's total, for Eldrin Chen it was still a monumental gain.

Eldrin Chen could even sense a faint, almost imperceptible strand of Innate Primordial Essence coalescing within his body. He believed that as this wisp of essence grew and strengthened, it would ultimately be sufficient to assist him in reversing his mortal form and achieving an Innate [primordial, heaven-born] body.

Given his current realm of cultivation, Eldrin Chen's understanding of Innate Primordial Essence was still limited.

However, from what he knew, Celestial Immortal Great Power [immortals who have ascended beyond the mortal world] were also called Innate Great Powers because they had reversed their Post-Heaven [acquired, mortal] nature, achieving either an Innate True Body [a primordial, flawless physical form], cultivating an Innate Path Principle [a fundamental law of existence grasped directly], or even forming an Innate Path Fruit [the condensed essence of one's comprehended heavenly law].

Each of these Celestial Immortal Great Power was an Innate existence that had transcended the Mortal Dust [the mundane, earthly realm]. Their foundation was identical to that of an Innate Divine Spirit [a spirit born directly from the forces of nature or heaven], which was precisely what granted them the power to project their influence across the Myriad Heavens [the countless realms and dimensions of existence].

For an Earth Immortal Patriarch [a patriarch anchored to and drawing power from a specific earthly domain] to break through to the Celestial Immortal Realm, the most critical step was to transcend their Post-Heaven physique and reverse it into an Innate form. Legend spoke of this step as being incomparably difficult to accomplish.

Now, having received this nourishment from the Returning Abyss Pearl, a thread of Innate Energy [primordial life-force] was sprouting within Eldrin Chen's body. Perhaps, when the time came for him to attempt his breakthrough to Celestial Immortal, one of the greatest obstacles would already be significantly diminished. Visit audio novel.com to enjoy the complete series.

"This Returning Abyss Pearl [a legendary pearl said to contain the power of a returning abyss], becoming my Companion Spiritual Treasure [a treasure that grows and evolves alongside its master], may be one of the greatest Opportunity and Fortune [a pivotal chance encounter or stroke of destiny] of my life."

"Once news of Its existence leaks, I fear countless Celestial Immortal Great Power [powerful beings who have ascended to the Celestial Immortal realm] would come to seize it. With my current strength, protecting it would be utterly impossible."

"It seems the fewer who know of Its existence, the better."

Eldrin Chen murmured to himself, deciding to bury the secret of the Returning Abyss Pearl deep within his heart, not even telling Exquisite Jiang or Verdant Consort for the time being.

Although Verdant Consort and the others were absolutely trustworthy, an Innate Spiritual Treasure [a treasure born of heaven and earth, containing profound natural laws] that embodies a Great Path [a fundamental principle or law of the cosmos] was simply too precious. Merely speaking of Its existence might allow certain supreme Celestial Immortal Great Power to deduce its location through their profound divinations.

Revealing Its secret to Exquisite Jiang and the others might instead bring calamity upon them.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen did not linger within that space any longer and returned to the world outside.

Back beside the Immortal Spring [a spring imbued with potent immortal spiritual energy], Eldrin Chen glanced at the spatial anomaly near the spring. He considered setting up additional protective formations but hesitated and ultimately abandoned the idea.

The area around this Immortal Spring was his personal cultivation Forbidden Land [a secluded and heavily protected area for cultivation], already guarded by an Immortal Rank Formation [a powerful defensive array of immortal grade]. Aside from Eldrin Chen and his wives, no outsider could approach the Immortal Spring.

Furthermore, the spring itself was already concealed by the Void Path Principle [a profound ability that manipulates the principles of void and space]. Even an Earth Immortal Patriarch [a patriarch who has attained the Earth Immortal realm] who commanded Rule Power [the power to influence and command natural laws] would need to scrutinize the area meticulously to detect any trace of it.

If a warding formation were to be set up, it would instead be more easily detected, sparking curiosity in those who noticed it and compelling them to investigate its secrets.

"It is best to act as if nothing is amiss and focus on comprehending the Rule Power in peace."

Eldrin Chen murmured to himself. He then settled by the side of the Immortal Spring [a spring imbued with potent immortal energy] and began to draw upon the power of the Heavenly River Positive Water Sword [a divine sword technique channeling the pure, yang-aligned essence of the celestial river], attempting to gain insight into the Profound Darkness True Water Rule [the fundamental law governing the essence of deep, mysterious water].

Thus, another three centuries passed in this manner. Before Eldrin Chen could fully comprehend the rule, Verdant Consort arrived from the Abyss of the Returning Abyss.

She found Eldrin Chen and presented him with a piece of immortal marrow that shimmered with resplendent golden light.

Eldrin Chen's eyes lit up, and he immediately spoke: "The Golden Source Immortal Marrow [a legendary marrow that is the source of golden, primordial immortal energy]."

"Indeed. Over these years, the clan has traded for quite a few Immortal Artifact [powerful artifacts forged by or for immortals], and we have finally managed to acquire this item for you."

Verdant Consort offered a slight smile before continuing, "Furthermore, the Five-Colored Aurora [a spiritual essence manifesting as a radiant, five-colored dawn light] required by Exquisite, as well as the Five Elements Thunder Source [the primordial source of thunder imbued with the power of the five fundamental elements], have also been gathered."

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod of acknowledgment.

After securing the Water Vein Blessed Land [a blessed land centered on a powerful spiritual water vein], the foundational resources of the Chen Immortal Clan increased not by mere folds, but by more than tenfold in a single night. Their holdings of various Immortal Artifact had grown substantially.

With this batch of Immortal Artifact [a supreme grade of enchanted artifact], the clan was able to exchange for a considerable number of rare Spiritual Object [objects imbued with spiritual power or unique properties]. Among them, the Five-Colored Aurora [a radiant spiritual essence manifesting in five hues], Five Elements Thunder Source [a primal source of thunder energy containing the power of the five elements], and Five Veins Immortal Marrow [a marrow-like substance vital for refining supreme-grade immortal artifacts] were particularly prized treasures that the clan focused on acquiring.

"With these rare treasures, my 'Primordial One Energy [the foundational, unified energy from which all things are said to originate]' can be perfected," Exquisite mused. "And Exquisite's Great Five Elements Pure Lunar Divine Thunder [a supreme divine thunder technique harmonizing the five elements with lunar purity] and Five-Colored Aurora will also reach completion."

"It seems the clan's strength and foundation are approaching the level of an Earth Immortal Blessed Land [a realm or territory anchored and empowered by an Earth Immortal cultivator]," he concluded.

Eldrin Chen murmured to himself, a flicker of joy stirring in his heart.

He had a premonition that once he perfected the Primordial One Energy, his power would ascend once more, reaching a level comparable to a Six Tribulations Half-Step Earth Immortal [a cultivator who has survived six heavenly tribulations while on the cusp of becoming a full Earth Immortal].

It must be understood that the combat prowess of a Six Tribulations Half-Step Earth Immortal was nearly indistinguishable from that of a First Layer Earth Immortal [an Earth Immortal who has consolidated their first layer of power]. The sole difference lay in the lack of an Earth Immortal World [a personal miniature world or realm created by an Earth Immortal, serving as their power source], resulting in a far less profound and vast reservoir of magic power compared to a true Earth Immortal Patriarch [a venerable master who has achieved the Earth Immortal realm]. Read the full novel exclusively on AUDIO-NOVEL.COM.

Once Eldrin Chen perfected the Primordial One Energy, he would gain two additional Great Vehicle Divine Ability [supreme-level divine techniques]: the 'Primordial One Energy Grasping Hand [a divine hand technique formed from Primordial One Energy]' and the 'Primordial One Energy Aegis [a defensive shield conjured from Primordial One Energy]'.

Bolstered by the insights of the Primordial One Limitless Path Principles [the fundamental laws governing the boundless Primordial One Energy], Eldrin Chen's strength would increase dramatically. At that point, he would not be at a disadvantage against a weaker first-layer Earth Immortal [a cultivator who has transcended mortality and anchored their power to the earth], or at the very least, he would have nothing to fear until his magic power was exhausted.

Once he reached that stage, Eldrin Chen's power would temporarily reach its zenith. Any further progress, even a breakthrough to the Ascendant Immortal 8th Tier [the eighth tier of the Ascendant Immortal realm], would not bring about a significant qualitative change.

For since ancient times, a Seven Tribulations Half-Step Earth Immortal [a peerless genius who has weathered seven heavenly tribulations while still a Half-Step Earth Immortal] represented an unparalleled prodigy. Such an existence possessed world-shaking battle strength, with the recorded capability to defeat, and even slay, an Early-stage Earth Immortal [an Earth Immortal in the initial stages of their power].

Even if Eldrin Chen were to comprehend the principles of Profound Darkness [the profound and obscure laws of shadow and void], it would likely be difficult to achieve such a vast leap in power.

Unless his cultivation reached the Ascendant Immortal 9th Tier [the ninth and final stage of the Ascendant Immortal realm], where his spiritual power would nearly double in depth and potency, and both Celestial Abyss Twin Swords [his paired divine swords named Celestial and Abyss] were elevated to Supreme-Grade Immortal Treasure [the pinnacle grade of immortal artifacts], only then might he possess strength comparable to a Seven Tribulations Half-Step Earth Immortal [a cultivator who has survived seven heavenly tribulations and stands halfway to becoming a true Earth Immortal].

Beyond that, mastering the World-Opening True Body [a divine physique capable of splitting primordial chaos], condensing the Primordial One Leakless Path Fruit [a flawless Dao Fruit representing the unity of one's cultivation path], or having his Primordial One Limitless Path Principles [the foundational, boundless laws of his chosen Dao] break through to the realm of World-Opening Rule [the domain of laws that can cleave open worlds].

A breakthrough on any one of these three paths would be sufficient to grant him the power of a Seven Tribulations Half-Step Earth Immortal.

Currently, Eldrin Chen's Primordial One Indestructibility Body [his Primordial Indestructible Physique] was not yet perfected, the Primordial One Limitless Rule remained a distant prospect, and the Path of Path Fruits [the cultivation method focused on nurturing Dao Fruits] required achieving a Path Principles Immortal [an immortal whose body and spirit are perfectly sealed without leakage] before it could reach completion.

It could be said all three paths stretched long before him. Advancing to Ascendant Immortal 9th Tier and promoting the Solar Fire Returning Abyss Sword [his divine sword, Solar Fire Returning Abyss] seemed the more practical course for now.

"The immediate priority is still to cultivate Divine Ability [supernatural powers and techniques]," he concluded.

Having clarified his thoughts, Eldrin Chen immediately took the Gold Vein Immortal Marrow [a precious spiritual substance that enhances one's foundation]. With a smile, he said to Verdant Consort, "With no pressing matters for the clan, you may stay within the Abyss of the Returning Abyss [a mystical realm conducive to cultivation] and first cultivate your Immortal Body [an immortal-grade physical constitution] to Great Perfection."

"That was my thought as well,"

Verdant Consort nodded slightly. With the Abyss of the Returning Abyss serving as a treasured land for cultivating the Immortal Body, their progress on this path far outstripped other avenues. Naturally, perfecting the Immortal Body first was of paramount importance.

After Verdant Consort departed to cultivate her Immortal Body within the Abyss of the Returning Abyss, Eldrin Chen immediately retrieved five pieces of Five Veins Immortal Marrow and began refining the Primordial Essence Energy [the foundational, chaotic energy from which all things are born] contained within them.

Through years of dedicated cultivation, Eldrin Chen had long since perfected his Innate Divine Ability known as 'Primordial One Energy' [the unified, primordial energy that precedes the division into Yin and Yang]. Refining this Primordial Essence Energy now was a natural and effortless progression, like water flowing downhill.

It was not long before he had completely refined the Five Veins Immortal Marrow, seamlessly merging its essence into his Primordial One Energy. Read the full novel exclusively on audio-novel . com.