Chapter 934 : Vermilion Bird's Fiery Awakening

With a series of crisp cracking sounds, the Fire Phoenix Egg covered in Phoenix Patterns slowly began to split open.

Then, before the gazes of the two, brilliant Law Divine Chains unfurled, converging into a stream of fiery red light that transformed into a divine bird resembling an Immortal Phoenix.

"A Vermilion Bird!"

Eldrin Chen murmured softly. He watched as the Vermilion Bird soared out, circled him several times, and then alighted upon his arm.

The Separated Flame Vermilion Bird nuzzled affectionately against Eldrin Chen before letting out a series of gentle, familiar chirps.

This divine bird was magnificent beyond compare. Every wisp of flame radiating from its form held the power to reduce a Nascent Soul Dao Lord to ashes.

Yet, in Eldrin Chen's eyes, this Separated Flame Vermilion Bird was more than that. It was as if it had been born from the Separated Flame Law itself—an Innate Divine Spirit and a living vessel for Law Power within the Mortal Dust, possessing supreme, innate might.

"With the Separated Flame Vermilion Bird by my side from now on, I can perhaps draw inspiration from the profound mysteries of its Separated Flame Law to begin comprehending the Law of Pure Yang Fire,"

Eldrin Chen teased the Separated Flame Vermilion Bird gently, a genuine smile gracing his features.

Thalion Chen nodded in agreement upon hearing this. Given Eldrin Chen's talent and insight, having reached his current realm, it was indeed time to begin preparations for grasping the power of Comprehending Laws. The complete novel can be found at audio-novel . com.

At that very moment, Thalion Chen shifted his gaze towards the Treasure Lotus [a mystical lotus of immense spiritual value].

As the Separated Flame Vermilion Bird [a mythical bird of pure yang fire] emerged into the world, the Treasure Lotus blossomed with dazzling radiance. Nine of its Lotus Seed [seeds of the mystical lotus] detached and fell, while the lotus itself transformed into a crimson Lotus Platform [a meditation platform formed from a lotus]. Furthermore, a single section of Lotus Root [the rootstalk of the mystical lotus] also broke away and descended.

"Magnificent treasures," he murmured.

Eldrin Chen received the three treasures, a flicker of profound insight passing through his eyes.

The companion Spiritual Treasure [an enchanted artifact born alongside a spiritual entity] of the Separated Flame Vermilion Bird was truly extraordinary. The three treasures it manifested were the Separated Flame Treasure Lotus Seeds, the Separated Flame Immortal Lotus Throne [a throne formed from the immortal lotus of separated flame], and that section of crimson Lotus Root.

Among the three treasures, the Separated Flame Immortal Lotus Throne held the greatest value. It was a Supreme [a classification denoting the highest grade] treasure of Near-Immortal Grade [a rank just below true immortality], containing incomplete Laws of the Dao [the fundamental principles of existence] and Dao Patterns [the visible manifestations of the Dao's laws].

This object was the innate supreme treasure of the Separated Flame Vermilion Bird. Once the Vermilion Bird broke through to the Ascension to Immortality Realm [the realm of transcending mortality], it could complete the evolution of the Laws of the Dao within, gradually elevating the throne to the level of Immortal Rank [the rank of true immortals].

Furthermore, the nine Lotus Seed were all Pure Yang Spiritual Object [spiritual materials imbued with pure yang energy] of Sixth Rank High Grade. They were the premier choice for refining high-grade Pure Yang Treasure Pill [elixirs that harness pure yang energy].

The final Lotus Root was also a Supreme medicinal treasure for Alchemy [the art of pill refining] and artifact forging. More importantly, it was the unparalleled ingredient for cultivating a Second Nascent Soul [a duplicate of one's core spiritual essence].

Eldrin Chen kept the Lotus Root and the Lotus Seed, handing the Lotus Platform over to the Separated Flame Vermilion Bird.

He saw the Separated Flame Vermilion Bird [a mythical firebird of immense power] gazing at him with eager anticipation. Shaking his head with a smile, he said, "This Lotus Root [a spiritual plant root with cleansing properties] and these Lotus Seeds [seeds of the spiritual lotus, prized for their purity] are both peerless spiritual treasures. I intend to save them for Alchemy [the art of refining spiritual pills and elixirs]. Once they are refined into pills, you will certainly receive your share."

"Chirp! Chirp!"

Only then did the Separated Flame Vermilion Bird nod, albeit somewhat reluctantly.

After storing the treasures, Eldrin Chen turned his gaze towards the depths of the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire [a vast subterranean ocean of magma] and its Earth Vein [a concentrated flow of terrestrial spiritual energy]. A trace of solemn contemplation appeared between his brows.

Noticing this, Thalion Chen at his side could not help but ask, "What is it?"

"Come with me."

Without answering, Eldrin Chen transformed into a streak of light and plunged into the boundless magma.

The two of them, one after the other, accompanied by the Separated Flame Vermilion Bird, journeyed deep into the heart of the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire. They flew for what felt like an eternity.

Thalion Chen felt the temperature around him rising precipitously. It was as if they were descending along a Mantle Plume [a superheated column of molten rock rising from the planet's mantle] towards the planet's very core. A look of deep unease and doubt surfaced on his face.

They continued flying for a long while more. By now, the heat of the magma had reached a terrifying intensity, so extreme that even a Nascent Soul Dao Lord [a cultivator whose soul has formed an independent infant-like entity, a lord of the Dao] like Thalion Chen was beginning to find it difficult to endure.

He could not help but turn his gaze toward Eldrin Chen, asking with a trace of astonishment, "What anomaly lies within these profound depths?"

"Patience, we are nearly there."

With a flick of his sleeve, Eldrin Chen enveloped Thalion Chen and continued their descent into the earth's heart. In the blink of an eye, they traversed countless Li-lengths of molten magma, finally arriving at their destination.

As Eldrin Chen halted his steps, he brought Thalion Chen into a vast subterranean cavern.

Thalion Chen raised his eyes. Within the boundless molten rock at the world's core, he saw the converging powers of innumerable Underground Fire Vein [subterranean channels of fiery spiritual energy].

The Fire Essence Power [the fundamental energy of fire] from the deepest recesses of the Purple Realm and the forces from Underground Fire Vein across the heavens and earth converged here once more. An endless vortex of Fire Essence Power swirled around a radiant sphere of violet light. Find this and other novels at audio-novel dot com.

"This is..."

Old Granduncle gasped in shock, unable to suppress his exclamation.

Eldrin Chen gave a faint nod, his expression profoundly grave. "This place is the heart of the Mantle Plume [a colossal upwelling of superheated material from the deep mantle]. It is the crucial nexus connecting the crust of the Purple Realm to the fiery meridians upon the surface."

"The crucial nexus connecting the Fire Essence Power of the heavens and the earth?"

Old Patriarch was initially struck with profound astonishment, but soon regained his composure. Taking a deep breath, he declared, "Such a critical node, linking the veins of heaven and earth's fire essence, is certain to nurture a world-shaking Heavy Treasures [a category of immensely powerful and significant enchanted artifacts]."

"Precisely so."

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod. A brilliant divine light shone from his pupils, allowing him to perceive the entity within the violet radiance.

Within that violet glow, a piece of Violet Flame Immortal Gold [a legendary metal imbued with the essence of celestial fire], threaded with countless Law Divine Chains [manifestations of fundamental cosmic laws], floated and sank, ceaselessly drawing upon the Fire Essence Power [the primordial energy of flame] flowing between heaven and earth.

"Violet Flame Immortal Gold."

Eldrin Chen murmured the name. He performed a brief divination with his fingers, and a complex expression crossed his features.

He sighed, his tone layered with mixed emotions. "This piece of Violet Flame Immortal Gold began as a massive chunk of 'Nine Heavens Profound Iron [a metal of supreme hardness and rarity, said to originate from beyond the heavens].' Its original grade was at the Sixth Rank High Grade [a pinnacle level of power and refinement for materials and beings alike]."

"In the earliest epochs of antiquity, this 'Nine Heavens Profound Iron' fell into the Purple Realm [one of the myriad realms of existence]. By a twist of fate, it plunged into the depths of an Underground Fire Vein [a subterranean channel of concentrated fire energy], following a fissure in the crust down into the very heart of the Purple Realm."

"Thereafter, nurtured for millions of years by the heart-fire of the Purple Realm, this treasure absorbed boundless flame energy, gradually giving birth to Flame Law [the fundamental principles governing fire] Dao Patterns [intricate, natural formations that embody cosmic truths]."

At this point, Eldrin Chen shook his head. "A pity. As this material is the most indestructible Nine Heavens Profound Iron, the process of nurturing Laws of the Dao [the supreme principles of existence] and Dao Patterns within it is exceedingly slow. Thus, even now, the Laws of the Dao within it are not yet fully formed."

"Calculating the time..."

Eldrin Chen paused, then continued with a complex expression, "It would take approximately four hundred seventy thousand years to gestate to perfection and advance to the Immortal Rank Realm [the realm of true Immortals]."

"Four hundred seventy thousand years."

Old Granduncle shook his head repeatedly. Four hundred seventy thousand years was far too long a span. Not only could the Demonic Abyss Cataclysm [the great calamity brought by the demonic abyss] not wait that long, but even if it did, Eldrin Chen's lifespan likely would not endure until then.

Thinking of this, Thalion Chen sighed and could not help but ask, "Could your Primordial Essence [the purest foundational energy of a cultivator] assist it in advancing to the Immortal Rank Realm ahead of time?"

"Perhaps it could, but it would not be easy."

Eldrin Chen pondered briefly, then sat cross-legged and performed divinations for a long while. Finally, he retrieved the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss.

The surface of the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss was now covered in fine cracks, each one saturated with an indestructible Sword Intent [the conceptual will and power imbued within a sword technique].

During the Demonic Abyss Cataclysm two Jiazi-time [a cycle of sixty years] ago, Eldrin Chen had spared no cost to withstand the Law Heaven-Slashing Blade unleashed by the Eight Demons Immortal Refining Formation [a powerful demonic formation].

In that battle, the Earth-Fortress Sovereign Bell was nearly half-destroyed, and the Heavenly Separated Twin Swords suffered unprecedented damage. Even after centuries of nurturing by Eldrin Chen, the two Immortal Sword [swords of immortal rank] had not fully recovered from their wounds.

Gazing at the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss [an enchanted artifact imbued with the power of Li Fire], Eldrin Chen pondered for a long while before speaking. "I have a method," he said, "one that we might attempt." This chapter is part of a larger work available at audio‑novel.com.