Chapter 504 : A Sovereign's Treasure Exchange

"I can consider the mission accomplished, not disgracing the trust placed in me."

Eldrin Chen spoke as he retrieved the cultivation legacy of Yunshu the Immortal Maiden and the Vast Sleeve Long Silk [a magical silk artifact known for its defensive and binding properties], handing them over to Celestia, Spirit Sovereign.

After completing this, he added with a wry smile, "However, this Vast Sleeve Long Silk has been infused with a great quantity of Demonic Fiend Qi [a malevolent and corrupting energy]. Purging it will likely be no easy task."

"It is of no consequence. I have my own methods for its purification."

Celestia, Spirit Sovereign smiled, accepting the items, and then deliberately invited the two to sit. "Your harvest from Kalo Demon Isle must have been exceedingly bountiful," she said.

"Perhaps we could exchange treasures amongst ourselves, to see if we might each acquire something we truly need."

"Agreed." Eldrin Chen nodded, then inquired with a smile, "Might I ask if Your Lordship possesses any Spiritual Treasure Material [rare materials used to forge spiritual treasures] of a Metal-Fire Dual Attribute [a rare elemental affinity combining metal and fire properties], or perhaps the Earth Origin Dao Vein Stone [a legendary stone said to contain the primordial essence of earth]?"

Among Lyra Jiang's several Lifebound Spiritual Treasure [treasures bound to a cultivator's life force and cultivation base], the External Incarnation Body [a profound technique to manifest an external avatar] and the Heaven's Ruin Immortal-Slaying Sword [a sword of legendary power] had already completed their advancements. The Flood Water Azure Lotus Platform [a defensive platform treasure resembling a lotus] required a Fifth Rank Treasure Lotus [a mythical lotus of the fifth rank] as its key component, yet such a lotus was exceedingly difficult to find.

Meanwhile, the Six Realms and Eight Desolations Cauldron [a mighty cauldron treasure] needed Fifth Rank Treasure Metal [a fifth-rank metal of exceptional purity] of a Metal-Fire Dual Attribute to ascend, and the Earth-Fortress Earth Origin Disk [a defensive disk treasure] required the incredibly precious Earth Origin Dao Vein Stone.

The two treasures Eldrin Chen sought were precisely for Lyra Jiang's preparation. Join our community of readers at audio-novel dot com.

Upon hearing this, Celestia, Spirit Sovereign [a powerful immortal maiden] blinked slightly, then said, "That Earth Origin Dao Vein Stone [a rare ore containing the essence of the earth's origin] is quite uncommon. It's likely only at a large-scale True Lord Barter Convention [a grand trading event for cultivators of the True Lord realm and above] that one would have a decent chance of encountering it."

"However, I happen to have a Blazing Fire Gold Crystal [a crystal imbued with the dual energies of fire and metal] in my possession. It is precisely a Fifth Rank Treasure [a treasure of the fifth rank, suitable for True Lords] of the Metal-Fire Dual Attribute [a cultivation constitution aligned with both metal and fire elements]."

"Is that truly so?"

Hearing this, both of them revealed looks of delight. Lyra Jiang took out several captured treasures and asked, "I wonder if the True Lord [a cultivator who has reached the True Lord realm, equivalent to the Golden Core stage] has seen anything she fancies? You may choose one for the trade."

The Celestia, Spirit Sovereign glanced at them, her eyes flickering slightly as she said, "The Bloodthirsty Sword [a demonic sword that thirsts for blood] and the Soul-Devouring Spear [a spear that consumes souls] are both Demonic Treasure [magical artifacts forged with demonic techniques]. We Righteous Path Cultivator [cultivators who follow the orthodox, righteous path] simply cannot use them. Even if we were to smelt them down for materials, their value would be greatly diminished."

"This Ancient Vast Sea Formation Plate [an ancient formation plate containing the power of the vast sea] and this Void-Refining Furnace [a furnace capable of refining materials from the void] are quite good, however. Why not sell them both to me? I will add a sum of Heavenly Crystal [a high-grade form of Spirit Stone, more potent and pure] to purchase them. What do you say?"

Eldrin Chen pondered for a moment. Among the treasures captured this time, the most precious one, the Ethereal Void Cauldron [a cauldron that manipulates ethereal void energy], served as their sect's foundational treasure and naturally could not be sold.

The Starry Small Bell [a small bell that resonates with starlight] would be needed in the future to refine the Astral Computator of the Great Deduction [a magical device for performing complex astral calculations and deductions], so Eldrin Chen was naturally reluctant to part with it either. For them, the only items available for trade were these four treasures.

Thinking this, Eldrin Chen spoke, "The Demon-Subduing Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure specifically designed to subdue demons] holds exceptional value. If you, Senior, wish to purchase it, you must offer a fitting price."

"That can be arranged."

Celestia, Spirit Sovereign [a powerful immortal sovereign] nodded. A single Fifth Rank Heaven and Earth Treasure [a treasure of immense rarity and power] was worth at least sixty Heavenly Crystal [a highly purified and potent form of spiritual energy crystal], while an Inferior Grade Demon-Subduing Supreme Treasure [a powerful artifact specifically designed to suppress demons] was valued at around one hundred Heavenly Crystal.

After some calculation, she simply used the Blazing Fire Gold Crystal [a rare metallic crystal imbued with fiery energy] plus one hundred and forty Heavenly Crystal to purchase the two Spiritual Treasure [enchanted artifacts of significant power] from Eldrin Chen's hands.

With this transaction complete, Eldrin Chen now possessed a substantial sum of Origin Heaven Crystal [a primordial and potent type of heavenly crystal]. Should they encounter an Earth Origin Dao Vein Stone [a legendary stone containing the essence of the earth's primordial Dao] in the future, they would have sufficient wealth to purchase it, even at a premium price.

Thinking of this, both Eldrin Chen and Lyra Jiang felt a surge of joy. They exchanged a glance before asking, "Has there been a Barter Convention [a grand gathering for the exchange of rare cultivation resources] held in the Distant Sea Cultivation World [a vast and remote cultivation realm across the seas] in recent years?"

"There hasn't been one these past few years," Celestia, Spirit Sovereign shook her head. "However, in twenty years' time, there will be another Barter Convention in the waters of Great Roc Island [an island domain named for the legendary Great Roc]. You can go there and see if you can procure an Earth Origin Dao Vein Stone."

"In that case, our sincere thanks."

The group conversed for a while longer before the two took their leave and departed.

After leaving the Grand Hall, Eldrin Chen did not immediately depart from Heavenly Spirit Island [an island renowned for its spiritual energy].

He and Lyra Jiang returned to their Cultivation Cave [a secluded cavern used for meditation and cultivation]. After some deliberation, he said, "Our gains this time are significant. I intend to enter seclusion first to forge the Heavenly River Flood Water Sword [a legendary sword embodying the power of the celestial river's deluge]."

"As for the matter concerning Verdant Consort [a title for a powerful figure associated with nature], we shall investigate it once we emerge from our seclusion."

"Very well," Lyra Jiang [the Immortal Maiden Lyra Jiang] nodded slightly and added, "I shall also take this opportunity to refine the Six Realms and Eight Desolations Cauldron [a legendary cauldron capable of refining treasures from the six realms and eight desolations]."

Refining a Fifth Rank [the fifth major rank in the cultivation hierarchy] Lifebound Spiritual Treasure [a spiritual treasure bound to a cultivator's life force] required a truly immense quantity of Five Elements Essence [a refined spiritual essence containing the power of the five elements: metal, wood, water, fire, and earth]. Fortunately, Celestia, Spirit Sovereign [the Spirit Sovereign Celestia] had amassed a considerable stockpile of this essence.

They purchased the necessary amount of Five Elements Essence from Celestia, Spirit Sovereign at a premium of thirty percent above the market price and then commenced the forging of their Lifebound Spiritual Treasure.

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Thus, seven years flowed by like a river. On this day, Eldrin Chen [the cultivator Eldrin Chen] finally succeeded in refining the Heavenly River Flood Water Sword [a divine sword embodying the power of a celestial river's flood].

A Glaze [a name meaning 'glaze' or 'lustrous']-clear, azure sword radiance manifested, weaving through the air with a peerless edge capable of slaying immortals and slaughtering demons. It ascended to the realm of a Spiritual Treasure [a treasure imbued with profound spiritual power] amidst an endless Sea of Lightning [a tribulation realm manifesting as a vast ocean of lightning]. Original publication: audio~novel.com - The source of this chapter.

"The Heavenly River Flood Water Sword, it is complete!"

Gazing upon the Heavenly River Flood Water Sword before him, Eldrin Chen could not help but reveal a look of joyous surprise.

The successful advancement of the Heavenly River Flood Water Sword signified not only that he had gained another Spiritual Treasure-grade Immortal Sword [a sword of immortal quality], but, more crucially, that the Heavenly Separated Twin Swords [a pair of divine swords, one representing Heaven, the other Separation] could once again be merged into one.

Although the Heavenly Separated Twin Swords Union [the technique of merging the Heavenly Separated Twin Swords] consumed a tremendous amount of Mana [the spiritual energy used to power techniques and spells], it remained his true trump card—a move that, once unleashed, could decisively turn the tide of battle.

As the Heavenly River Flood Water Sword was successfully forged, Lyra Jiang smiled and said, "With this sword complete, you should at least possess the strength to contend against a cultivator of the Earthly Dao Nascent Soul [a Nascent Soul realm cultivator who has comprehended the Dao of Earth, possessing immense potential and power] from now on."

"The Mana [the spiritual energy cultivated and wielded by practitioners] of a True Lord [an honorific title for a powerful Nascent Soul realm cultivator] of the Earthly Dao Nascent Soul is profoundly deeper and far surpasses that of an ordinary Nascent Soul [the stage of cultivation where one forms a spiritual infant within the dantian]. I fear I still cannot match them."

Eldrin Chen shook his head. The potential of an Earthly Dao Nascent Soul was immense, far beyond what a Mortal Dao Nascent Soul [a Nascent Soul realm cultivator who has not comprehended a profound Dao, limiting their future potential] could ever hope to rival.

Such an existence even held a sliver of hope to break through to the Primordial Spirit [the stage of cultivation where one's spiritual essence merges with the primordial laws of heaven and earth]. Furthermore, they could fuse two Lifebound Grand Divine Ability [supreme mystical techniques that become intrinsically linked to a cultivator's life force and cultivation base]. Whether in terms of the Nascent Soul's power, Mana, or overall combat prowess, they completely outstripped a Mortal Dao Nascent Soul.

It could be said that even at the same cultivation level, a single Earthly Dao Nascent Soul could handle two Mortal Dao Nascent Soul without issue.

Hearing this, Lyra Jiang also nodded, then said, "My Six Realms and Eight Desolations Cauldron [a powerful cauldron-type magical treasure] is nearly complete as well. Once this cauldron is forged in a few more days, we should go investigate Mara Island."

"Agreed. I have been thinking the same!"

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Three Years Later, Lyra Jiang's Six Realms and Eight Desolations Cauldron was fully refined. The two of them then set off directly towards the direction of Mara Island.

That Mara Island was located within the Heavenly Demon Sea Region [a vast oceanic territory controlled by powerful demonic beings], which was the domain of the Extraterrestrial Heavenly Demon [a powerful and malevolent race of demons from beyond this world]. Not daring to venture recklessly into its heart, they stopped at a Spirit Island [an island rich in spiritual energy] belonging to the Human Race near the waters of Mara Island to gather information.

After three months of continuous investigation, Eldrin Chen discovered that the location of Mara Island was within the inner reaches of the Heavenly Demon Sea Region.

Most crucially, after pledging allegiance to the Demonic Monsters, the Patriarch Liu of that Mara Island had advanced his cultivation to the Nascent Soul, Mid Stage, making him far more formidable than in the past.

Contemplating the troublesome nature of that Patriarch Liu, Eldrin Chen furrowed his brow and said, "This Morgrim Liu is a Human Race cultivator who has turned to the Demonic Monsters. His mastery over the Formation on Spirit Island is far beyond what the Twin Kalo Demons could ever achieve."

"Moreover, his current level of power is not something we can contend with at present."

"Indeed," Lyra Jiang nodded in agreement, then stated, "Since we lack certainty, there is no need for us to take such a risk." Find this and other novels at audio—novel.com.