Chapter 1231 Innate Wonder
"When the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea runs dry and transforms into the Great Desolate Mountain Range, only then shall this Abyssal Pearl take form."
Eldrin murmured inwardly, and in that moment, he finally gained a sliver of profound understanding regarding the origins of this Abyssal Chasm of Returning Ruin.
Whether it be the Abyssal Chasm of Returning Ruin or this blessed land of water veins, none were born into existence without reason.
Their very existence was solely due to this innate spiritual treasure, which coalesced boundless water elemental energy into form. Even what are called blessed lands merely arose from being touched by a fraction of its lingering grace.
Having cultivated to his current realm, Eldrin's knowledge had long become profound and boundless. His understanding of the myriad divine wonders between heaven and earth had grown ever more profound.
As far as he knew, the treasures between heaven and earth were categorized into these levels: Magic Treasure, Spirit Treasure, Pure Yang Spiritual Object, Acquired Spiritual Object, World-Creating Divine Object, Innate Treasure, Innate Spiritual Object, Innate Supreme Treasure, and Chaos Spirit Treasure.
Among these graded treasures, Magical Treasures refer to artifacts of the first to fourth tiers. Such treasures possess minimal spirituality, with embryonic awareness devoid of self-consciousness.
A spiritual treasure is a fifth-rank spiritual treasure used by a Nascent Soul True Lord. Within it, a trace of divinity can be nurtured, and it may even give birth to an artifact spirit comparable to a cultivator, possessing its own consciousness and divine sense.
The Pure Yang Spiritual Treasure had already undergone the ultimate yang reversal, belonging to the sixth-tier Pure Yang spiritual marvel. Within it resided a wisp of Pure Yang Qi (Spiritual Root), making it 1 of the most supreme wonders in the mortal realm.
A seventh-grade immortal treasure refers to a Xian-tier marvel. For instance, Eldrin's various spiritual artifacts, and even supreme-grade immortal treasures, all fall within the category of acquired spiritual objects.
Earth Immortal-grade eighth-tier treasures are known as World Creation Artifacts.
Treasures of this level possess the power to cleave heaven and earth, often born within newly formed realms, infused with the legendary Primordial Chaos Qi. They can be described as profoundly mystical beyond compare.
Above the Heaven-Opening Divine Artifacts lie the 9 ranks of immortal treasures.
The 9-Rank Immortal Treasure has transcended the primordial divine artifacts. Having endured the epoch of world creation and assimilated an even more astonishing strand of Primordial Qi, it is revered as an Innately Wondrous Marvel, also honored as a Primordial Treasure.
This treasure has transcended the mundane world, having existed since the dawn of creation. Infused with Primordial Qi and internally nurtured with the power of Dao Principles, its value is truly staggering.
The vast majority of Celestial Immortals possess merely 2 or 3 Ninth-Rank Innate Magic Treasures in their entire lifetimes.
And the Li Fire Pearl of the Returning Abyss before Eldrin’s eyes was an even higher existence—a Primordial Spiritual Treasure, surpassing ordinary Primordial Treasures.
This treasure contains an innate indestructible spiritual light, serving as a vessel of the Great Dao within the mortal realm. Its power has transcended the pinnacle of the ninth rank, reaching the realm of the tenth rank.
Eldrin knew little about this, but from what he understood, such a treasure was something countless Celestial Immortals—even Great Luo Golden Immortals—would covet beyond measure.
Throughout the entire Vast Azure Celestial Realm, treasures of this caliber could be counted on 1's fingers. Even those venerable Ancient Immortals who had weathered the Celestial Tribulations and transcended the pinnacle of Heavenly Immortals might not possess a single inferior-grade Primordial Spiritual Treasure.
Above the innate spiritual treasures, there existed even more profound artifacts known as innate supreme treasures and chaos spiritual treasures. However, Eldrin (Person Name) possessed no understanding of such divine objects.
As innate supreme treasures were far too rare—coveted even by the pinnacle Great Luo Golden Immortals—it was unlikely that even the Dao Ancestors and Immortal Sages of the human race, the Eternal God-Emperors of the divine race, or the Supreme Celestial Rulers of the demonic race possessed more than a handful of such artifacts.
Chaotic Spiritual Treasures were but legends, and Eldrin had only heard of the renowned Chaos Cauldron.
In the past, the Violet Immortal Lord was born embracing the Primordial Chaos Cauldron (Magic Treasure). He had cultivated for a mere 8,000,000 years, yet it was sufficient to challenge the realm of the Dao Ancestor and Celestial Sage. This alone demonstrates how peerlessly supreme such a treasure truly is.
"Be it a Primordial Chaos Treasure or a Chaos Spiritual Artifact, all are beyond reach."
"Now, this innate spiritual treasure is right before our very eyes."
Eldrin (Person Name) murmured inwardly, his heart filled with boundless emotion.
Before you now lies the Pearl of Returning Abyss, the very vessel through which the Dao of Returning Abyss manifests in the mortal realm. Born of cosmic providence, its emergence would make it a coveted Primordial Spiritual Treasure sought by hundreds of millions of immortals.
Alas, the might of such a supreme treasure was thousands of times greater than that of an innate magical treasure, yet the price for its manifestation was equally immense.
At present, it is still in gestation and must drain the waters of the Western Grace Divine Abyssal Sea to emerge into the world.
Only when the waters of the 3 1000 Seas have all flowed into the Returning Abyss, and the Divine Abyssal Sea of the Western Court has transformed into the "Boundless Barren Mountain Range," will this Primordial Spiritual Treasure fully emerge into the world.
Even so, a Primordial Spirit Treasure still in its embryonic stage was an immense stroke of fortune for Eldrin.
If Eldrin could witness the formation of an innate spiritual treasure with his own eyes, it would bring immense benefits to his future cultivation.
The power of the Great Dao principles contained within the Abyssal Pearl would greatly assist Eldrin in comprehending the Dao's laws in the future, reversing his innate constitution to break through to the Celestial Immortal realm.
"So that's how it is."
At this moment, Eldrin also understood why within the Water Vein Blessed Land, a single piece of Void-Converging Jade (Spiritual Jade) had taken form.
Within the Void Pearl lay the power of spatial laws, and the mere diffusion of its residual aura naturally gave rise to a world-creating-grade spatial treasure.
At this thought, Eldrin’s expression grew solemn. "An innate spiritual treasure still in its nascent stage—can I attempt to refine it?"
Eldrin murmured inwardly, a flicker of desire crossing his features.
If it were a fully-formed Innate Spiritual Treasure, 1 would require cultivation at the late Celestial Immortal stage at the very least to even attempt refining it.
Yet this Abyssal Pearl before him was still in gestation, having not yet developed a consciousness of its own. Perhaps he could attempt it.
"Worth a try."
Eldrin murmured to himself, then without further hesitation, severed a wisp of soul force, attempting to merge it into the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss.
As if sensing the intrusion of an external divine sense, the Abyssal Pearl emitted a hazy glow. Strands of rule power enveloped the void, unexpectedly blocking Eldrin's divine sense.
"No."
Unable to refine this innate spiritual treasure, Eldrin felt an overwhelming sense of regret.
But an instant later, as if recalling something, he immediately exhaled a wisp of Primordial Purple Mist, allowing it to intertwine continuously with his divine sense. It coalesced into a strand of divine sense shimmering with profound purple energy, which he then directed to fly toward the Abyssal Pearl.
Sure enough, the Abyssal Pearl sensed the presence of the Primordial Purple Qi and, as if obtaining a priceless treasure, drew it into the depths of the pearl.
Eldrin's divine sense, refined by the Primordial Purple Qi, was thus invited inside, taking residence at the very core of the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss.
"It is done!"
In that fleeting moment, Eldrin was utterly ecstatic.
He could clearly sense that his divine sense had already merged as 1 with the Pearl of the Returning Abyss.
Though he had only seized a sliver of authority over the Abyssal Pearl and could not yet activate even 1 100-millionth of its power, he had still become the core of the treasure.
The Abyssal Pearl was continuously nourishing this wisp of divine sense. Over time, Eldrin's divine consciousness would grow stronger, ultimately refining the Abyssal Pearl completely.
Chapter 1 The mountain peak pierced the clouds like a verdant sword, where ethereal mist coiled around a young man in blue robes. Lin Feng's eyes snapped open, 2 bolts of lightning flashing within their depths. "After 10 years of arduous cultivation, I've finally reached the peak of Foundation Establishment realm!" He rose, joints popping like bursting beans. Gazing at the swirling spiritual mist around him, Lin Feng couldn't help but recall his transmigration to this cultivation world a decade ago. In this land where the strong reigned supreme, he had started as a humble outer sect disciple. Suddenly, spatial ripples emerged nearby. A jade slip tore through the air, hovering before him. Lin Feng caught it, his spiritual sense sweeping through its contents. "All disciples are to assemble at the Grand Hall immediately!" A trace of solemnity crossed his face. The sect hadn't issued a jade summons in 3 years. Something major must have happened. His figure flickered, transforming into a streak of light streaking across the sky. Within moments, the magnificent Grand Hall came into view, its carved beams and painted rafters emanating an ancient aura. Thousands of disciples already stood within the hall, their murmurs creating a low hum. Lin Feng quietly took his place among the crowd. The sect master, white-haired yet radiating vigor, spoke with a voice that resonated like a great bell: "The Abyssal Demon Realm's seal has weakened. This sect shall dispatch 1,200 elite disciples to reinforce the border!" A wave of shock swept through the crowd. The Abyssal Demon Realm—a place where demonic beasts ran rampant and dangers lurked everywhere. Yet it also contained countless opportunities and treasures. "Those willing to participate, step forward now!" After a brief hesitation, Lin Feng's eyes hardened with determination. In cultivation, 1 must contend with heaven and earth. Remaining sheltered in the sect would never lead to greatness. "I volunteer!" His clear voice cut through the murmurs. All eyes turned to him, some admiring, some skeptical. The sect master nodded slightly, flicking his sleeve. A glowing token flew toward Lin Feng. "This is a protective talisman that can withstand a full-force strike from a Golden Core expert. Use it well." Lin Feng accepted it with both hands: "Many thanks, Sect Master!" That night, Lin Feng packed his belongings in his residence. After some thought, he took out a pitch-black ring—an inheritance relic from his deceased parents. Just as he was about to inject spiritual power into it, the ring suddenly grew scorching hot. A beam of light shot straight between his eyebrows! Countless cryptic symbols flooded his mind, finally coalescing into 3 ancient characters—Heavenly Dao Scripture! "This... this is a supreme cultivation technique from the primordial era?!" Before he could fully process this, urgent knocking echoed at his door. "Senior Brother Lin! The assembly team is departing immediately!" Lin Feng took a deep breath, his gaze turning resolute. He knew his path of cultivation was about to undergo earth-shaking changes. The night was deep, but for cultivators, a new journey was just beginning.