Chapter 1257 : The Gathering of Immortal Titans

Her eyes flickered slightly before she spoke, "The Patriarch once said that within this Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic event of fate and calamity], a total of six Half-Step Celestial Immortal [cultivators on the very cusp of ascending to the Celestial Immortal realm] have been drawn into the tribulation. One side consists of those who initiated the Great Tribulation, namely the Celestial Prison Clan Patriarch and the Lord of Western Abyss Dragon Palace."

"Within the Divine Clan [a powerful clan of divine beings], two Half-Step Celestial Immortal have also entered the tribulation. They are the Profound Heart Divine Spirit and the Blazing Radiance Divine Spirit—both existences at the pinnacle level of Half-Step Celestial Immortal."

"Your Human Race also has two key figures drawn into this Great Tribulation. One is the Master of Flowing Fire Star Palace, and the second is the Lord of the Leaf Ruins Divine Sea."

"This Great Tribulation revolves around them."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly.

Within the Western Essence Divine Abyss Sea, aside from the two Grotto-Heaven [self-contained paradisiacal realms] of Western Essence and Divine Abyss, there are a total of thirty-four Half-Step Celestial Immortal Great Powers.

Each of these existences at the Half-Step Celestial Immortal level is a force that commands awe throughout the Western Essence Divine Abyss Sea. Across the entire Vast Azure Immortal Domain, they are considered top-tier powerhouses, second only to the supreme Celestial Immortal [true immortal beings who have ascended beyond mortality].

That only six Half-Step Celestial Immortal have been drawn into this Great Tribulation is still a matter of no small significance.

Regarding the strength of the six key figures in this Great Tribulation—the Celestial Prison Clan Patriarch and the Lord of Western Abyss Dragon Palace—Eldrin Chen had little understanding.

As for the two Half-Step Celestial Immortal Heavenly God [powerful divine beings] from the Divine Clan, Profound Heart and Vast Flame, Eldrin Chen was hearing of them for the first time and could be said to know nothing about them at all. Immerse yourself in the complete world at (audio-novel.com).

However, he had heard of the Master of Flowing Fire Star Palace. This was a Half-Step Celestial Immortal Great Power [a cultivator on the very cusp of ascending to the Celestial Immortal realm] who had survived four Path Tribulations [cosmic trials that test a cultivator's mastery of their chosen Great Path]. Rumors held that he had already comprehended the power of Path Principles [the fundamental laws that govern a specific Great Path] and had been officially enfeoffed by the Immortal Court [the supreme governing body of the immortal realms] as the Flowing Fire Star Lord, making him an exceptionally formidable figure.

The Divine Lord of Ye Ruins was even more formidable, having weathered five Path Tribulations. He was said to have slain two Half-Step Celestial Immortals and possessed the legendary Great Encompassing Potential [a constitution allowing simultaneous cultivation of multiple supreme paths]. He cultivated three supreme Great Paths concurrently—those of rules, Immortal Body [a physique refined to an immortal level], and Path Fruit [the condensed essence and achievement of one's cultivated Path]—with the weakest among them already perfected to the World-Opening [the realm signifying the ability to create and shape worlds] completion.

Currently, the Divine Lord of Ye Ruins had already forged his Celestial Immortal Path Fruit. He awaited only the cultivation of his World-Opening True Body [a physical form capable of withstanding the forces of world creation] and the full mastery of Path Principles to take that final, ultimate step.

In terms of both raw power and foundational strength, this Divine Lord [a title for a powerful immortal lord] ranked among the top three within the Western Essence Divine Abyss Sea. Even among all the Half-Step Celestial Immortals across the entire Vast Azure Immortal Domain, he stood as one of the absolute pinnacle existences.

Eldrin Chen pondered for a moment before murmuring, "Compared to the Divine Lord of Ye Ruins, the Master of Flowing Fire Star Palace seems to be at a slight disadvantage."

"Indeed. That is precisely my concern,"

Sun Consort nodded in agreement, then continued, "My Glazed Blessed Land maintains good relations with the Flowing Fire Star Palace. By convention, entering the tribulation should lead me there, where I could lend him my aid."

"However, the Master of Flowing Fire Star Palace was forced into this tribulation. Were it not for the Thousand Streams Path Master being ambushed and slain by the Celestial Prison Clan, he likely would not have entered the fray."

"Given this, it seems uncertain whether he can truly emerge victorious from this Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic era of conflict and destiny that reshapes the realms]."

"This..."

Eldrin Chen's expression was somber. The actions of the Celestial Prison Clan and the Western Abyss Dragon Palace in slaying the Thousand Streams Path Master clearly signaled their intent to use the Flowing Stream Hundred Seas as one of their primary points of assault to initiate this Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic era of conflict ordained by fate].

As the saying goes, no egg remains unbroken when the nest is overturned. If the Flowing Fire Star Palace could not withstand the combined forces of the Celestial Prison Clan and the Western Abyss Dragon Palace, then the Returning Abyss Sea Region, situated within the Flowing Stream Hundred Seas, would likely fare no better.

Seeing their concern, the Moon Consort spoke to reassure them. "You need not worry overmuch. The Master of Flowing Fire Star Palace, as a half-step Celestial Immortal Great Power [a being of immense power nearing the Celestial Immortal realm], is certainly no easy target."

"Moreover, the Human Race possesses many formidable experts. In this tribulation, numerous powerful figures will surely be drawn into the fray. It is not certain that no one can restrain the Celestial Prison Clan Patriarch and the Lord of Western Abyss Dragon Palace."

"That is true."

Eldrin Chen let out a slight sigh of relief before continuing. "The Flowing Fire Star Palace is the epicenter of this Great Tribulation. With our current strength, intervening directly would be perilous; a single misstep could see us consumed by the calamity."

"It would be wiser to retreat to my Returning Abyss Sea. We can rely on its protective Formation [a powerful defensive array or barrier] to hold our ground."

"Once your cultivation has advanced further, we can reconsider our strategy."

Upon hearing this, the Sun Consort chuckled. "You should consider this carefully. I am on the verge of facing my own Earth Immortal Great Tribulation [the heavenly trial to advance to the Earth Immortal realm]. This personal tribulation, erupting concurrently with the wider Great Tribulation, will inevitably attract a far greater and more dangerous Tribulation [heavenly retribution or trial]."

"Your Returning Abyss Sea may not find itself in a more peaceful state because of our presence."

"It is of no consequence."

Eldrin Chen shook his head, yet said, "Though the Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic cosmic event] is perilous, it also holds Opportunity and Fortune. If we unite our strength and rely on the grand formation, it is far better than facing the Great Tribulation without any sanctuary."

Hearing his words, Sun Consort was somewhat moved.

After all, the Returning Abyss Sea was far from the core of the Great Tribulation, making it unlikely to attract beings at the Late Stage Earth Immortal [a high level of cultivation] realm or above. At least during the initial stages of the Great Tribulation, it should be sufficiently safe.

Thinking this, she could not help but glance at Moon Consort and Star Consort. Seeing them both nod in agreement, she said, "If that is the case, then we shall trouble you."

"Not at all. Having the three of you join the Returning Abyss Sea will greatly bolster our strength. I could not be more pleased." Continue your cultivation journey at audio-novel dot com.

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen offered a faint smile.

Thus, the matter was settled. Eldrin Chen led the three, piloting the immortal skiff back towards the Returning Abyss Blessed Land.

Midway through the journey, Eldrin Chen, gauging the trio's capabilities, could not resist asking, "Since we will be fighting side by side, I must ask for some clarity. What, pray tell, is the true extent of your strength?"

The three women exchanged a glance. Finally, Sun Consort spoke, "The Divine Lord [a title for a powerful deity] bestowed upon us certain treasures. When we join forces, we are capable of contending with a single Earth Immortal Patriarch."

"That is good."

Having roughly gauged the strength of the three individuals, Eldrin Chen felt a slight sense of relief in his heart, gaining a measure of confidence in weathering this tribulation.

Without further words, Eldrin Chen escorted them back to the Returning Abyss Sea Region, arranged for their proper reception, and then proceeded towards the Returning Abyss Blessed Land.

However, the moment he arrived at the Returning Abyss Blessed Land, he discovered Heaven Wind Path Master was inhaling and exhaling Immortal Spirit Essence [the purest form of spiritual energy used by Immortals], seemingly continuously consolidating his own cultivation base.

"My congratulations, Fellow Daoist! My felicitations!"

"Having now cultivated the World-Opening True Body [a legendary physical form said to possess the power to cleave open worlds], it seems the path to Earth Immortal [a foundational Immortal realm] is within sight."

Eldrin Chen felt a stir in his heart and promptly rose to offer his congratulations.

Heaven Wind Path Master raised his brow, gave a slight nod, and then said with a smile, "Thanks to your fortune, Fellow Daoist, I had the chance to refine that single Verdant Lotus Seed and finally broke through the bottleneck to cultivate the World-Opening True Body."

As he spoke, the joy on Heaven Wind Immortal's face grew increasingly irrepressible.

After cultivating the World-Opening True Body, his physical body now possessed World-Opening Power [the inherent strength of the World-Opening True Body], making him barely capable of contending with an Earth Immortal Patriarch through sheer force—a testament to its formidable might.

Moreover, this was not all. After cultivating his Gale Wind Immortal Body to the World-Opening True Body stage, his physical form had grown immensely more resilient and Immortality. His internal Elixir Field [the core energy reservoir within a cultivator's body] and meridian channels had expanded dramatically, now capable of containing twice the amount of True Essence [the refined, potent energy cultivated by immortals] as before.

From this perspective alone, once Heaven Wind Path Master consolidated his newfound cultivation base, wielding the World-Opening Treasure Ancient Starry Firmament Bell would no longer be such a strenuous ordeal. His combat prowess had undergone a qualitative breakthrough.

Thinking of this, Heaven Wind Path Master repeatedly expressed his gratitude, saying, "This breakthrough truly leaves me indebted to you with a favor as vast as the heavens. Repaying it will likely be no easy task."

"Between you and me, there is no need for such formalities,"

Eldrin Chen shook his head, then inquired further, "For this impending Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic, era-defining calamity ordained by fate], do you intend to enter the fray, Fellow Daoist?" Your portal to cultivation novels: audi0-n0vel.c0m.