Chapter 1401 : Reunion of the Verdant Leaf

He was merely a Foundation Establishment Cultivator [a practitioner who has solidified their foundational cultivation base], and naturally could not achieve such a feat.

Moreover, even if he could, he would not immediately restore those memories. The memories from the Purple Realm [a specific realm of existence] spanned only a little over a century. If the old scenes from a thousand lifetimes of Reincarnation [the cycle of death and rebirth] were to all surface at once, which lifetime's memories would then take the lead?

Under such circumstances, suddenly recovering a millennium's worth of memories could easily lead to a fractured personality, or even cause the Divine Soul [the immortal spiritual core of a high-level cultivator] to shatter under the strain, resulting in soul dispersion. For the present Changqing Chen, his consciousness was primarily governed by the memories from his previous life in the Purple Realm and his current incarnation; he naturally had no desire to be immediately overwhelmed by the echoes of countless other lives. Contemplating this, Changqing Chen looked at the Verdant Leaf Sword beside him and said with a smile, "Old friend, we meet again."

*Chime*

The Verdant Leaf Sword sang softly in the breeze, seeming to tremble with excitement at reuniting with its original master.

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen smiled and said, "Seventh Granduncle, the Old Patriarch is still within my Earth Immortal World [the inner world cultivated by an Earth Immortal]. I imagine you two old comrades have much to discuss."

Changqing Chen gave a gentle smile. "Your journey through this life must have been truly epic," he said. "The rise of our clan is surely a saga in itself. I shall go see the Fourth Elder and hear the tales of these hundred thousand years." With those words, Changqing Chen stepped into Eldrin Chen's Earth Immortal World.

Within that Earth Immortal World, the Old Patriarch looked up as Changqing Chen arrived, his expression one of profound astonishment.

He stared at Changqing Chen for a long, silent moment. Eventually, the two sat in quiet contemplation beneath an ancient tree. The Old Patriarch poured a cup of tea for Changqing Chen and sighed.

"A hundred thousand years have passed in the blink of an eye. Truly, time flows like an endless river." Continue reading this story at audio‑novel.com.

"Ah, Seventh Brother, do you know that all these years, whenever our clan experienced a significant change, this old man would go before your graves to tell you that the Chen Clan had soared to greatness."

"It is a pity I know you cannot hear. You have undergone Reincarnation [the cycle of death and rebirth] for a thousand lifetimes. I ventured deep into the Netherworld [the underworld realm of spirits and the dead] many times, yet I could never find a trace of you."

All these years, the person he had dreamed of meeting again, to whom he could pour out his heart, had finally appeared before him.

Thalion Chen felt as if he were in a dream. He held Changqing Chen and talked through the night, reminiscing about the Chen Immortal Clan's journey over one hundred thousand years, from its humble beginnings to its transformation into the Immortal Domain Abode of Bliss [a celestial paradise realm]. He proudly recounted their shared past.

Though Eldrin Chen was within Divine Abyss Immortal City, he could still hear the two of them narrating the events of these long years. A wave of emotion washed over his heart.

Over one hundred thousand years, the Chen Clan had evolved from a mere Foundation Establishment Immortal Clan [a clan whose power is based on cultivators at the Foundation Establishment realm], advancing step by step to become a Purple Mansion [a mid-level cultivation realm] clan, then a Golden Core [a high-level cultivation realm] clan, and further into a Nascent Soul [a peak-level cultivation realm] clan. Ultimately, they ascended to the Immortal Domain [the realm of immortals] and became the rulers of a Blessed Land [a region imbued with immense spiritual fortune].

They hacked their way through thorns and brambles, weathering demonic uprisings, surviving Demonic Tribulation [calamities caused by demonic forces], quelling monstrous rebellions, cleansing Demonic Tribulation, and cutting down every obstacle in their path to purify the world. In the end, they rose by overcoming myriad tribulations.

This was a magnificent and epic saga. Even when viewed across the vast expanse of the Myriad Heavens and Worlds, it could be considered a legend.

"This life of mine, even within the myriad heavens of the lower realms, could be considered a Myth [a tale of legendary deeds]."

Eldrin Chen spoke slowly, a touch of reflective emotion coloring his words. Hearing this, Lyra Jiang nodded slightly, but a brilliant light shone in her eyes as she couldn't help but add, "Your life's story is not yet finished."

"One day, you and I shall become the Myth [the foundational legends and archetypes of the cosmos] within the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain [a celestial realm of profound spiritual energy], becoming Great Luo Golden Immortals [supreme beings who have transcended the cycles of mortality and attained a state of perfect golden enlightenment] whose might shakes the Boundless Chaos [the primordial, formless expanse from which all realms are born], and perhaps even glimpse the Supreme [the ultimate, transcendent state of being] Dao Ancestor and Immortal Sage Realm [the legendary realm of those who have comprehended the fundamental principles of existence and achieved sagehood]."

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen felt his heart surge with emotion and could not help but nod slightly. "That day will come."

With those words, Eldrin Chen said no more.

He allowed Changqing Chen to cultivate within his Abyssal Grand Realm [a personal pocket dimension or spiritual world created by a powerful cultivator], and then settled within the Divine Abyss Immortal City [a majestic city for immortals, floating amidst spiritual mists], quietly awaiting the commencement of the Barter Convention [a grand gathering where cultivators trade rare treasures and resources]. Thus, time flowed by, and several hundred years passed in the blink of an eye.

Before he knew it, the day of the Barter Convention had arrived. This grand auction was to be held within the Divine Pavilion of the Immortal Multitude [the Divine Pavilion of the Immortal Multitude, a grand structure atop the immortal city] situated atop the immortal city. The Divine Pavilion of the Immortal Multitude stood at the city's pinnacle, composed of several thousand small, floating Immortal Islands [islands imbued with spiritual energy, often used as cultivation sites or residences].

These islands drifted upon the Void [the empty space between realms, often used for travel or meditation], shrouded in boundless immortal mists. They fully displayed the elegant demeanor of an immortal abode, yet without a hint of vulgarity.

Eldrin Chen, along with Lyra Jiang, Verdant Consort, and Violet Consort, ascended onto one of the floating islands. Sky Abyss Daoist, as well as Six Stars [a title meaning 'Six Stars'], Earth Spring, and others, each ascended onto their own respective islands as well.

After boarding the island, Eldrin Chen could not help but survey his surroundings, his brow furrowing slightly.

He discovered that across the surrounding Immortal Islands, there were a full three thousand six hundred islands. Upon almost every single one, an Earth Immortal Progenitor [a powerful cultivator who has attained the Earth Immortal realm and founded a lineage] sat in solemn meditation.

"More than three thousand Earth Immortals [cultivators who have transcended the mortal coil and attained a profound connection with the spiritual energies of the world]."

Witnessing this scene, Eldrin Chen felt a jolt of surprise in his heart, and an expression of astonishment could not help but color his features.

One must understand that the majority of the Earth Immortal Progenitor [powerful cultivators who have attained the Earth Immortal realm] seated here were of the Human Race, and of the nearly twenty thousand Earth Immortal Progenitor in the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea, the Human Race numbered only a little over seven thousand.

"Close to half have come,"

Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly, then turned to Nyssa Qu beside him and said, "Judging by the turnout, this Barter Convention [a grand gathering for the exchange of rare cultivation resources] should yield quite a few treasures."

Nyssa Qu nodded thoughtfully and replied, "The next Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic heavenly trial] will be the once-in-ten-million-years Dao Tribulation [a tribulation that tests one's fundamental Dao path]."

"The various major Blessed Land [regions of exceptionally dense spiritual energy] within the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea are all preparing to use this auction to amass resources, hoping to increase their chances of surviving the Dao Tribulation." Immerse yourself in the complete world at audio-novel-dot-com.

As they were speaking, from the core of the three thousand Immortal Island, a floating Lotus Platform [a platform shaped like a lotus flower, often used by high-ranking cultivators] descended slowly from the Firmament [the highest heavens].

A female immortal of breathtaking beauty stood upon it, holding a treasure in her hands as she waited in serene stillness.

"It's her,"

Eldrin Chen's eyes flickered with recognition as he discerned her identity.

This woman is named Dawnlight, the Saintess of the Divine Abyss Grotto-Heaven and the direct daughter of the Grand Elder of the Divine Abyss Abode of Bliss. It is said her cultivation has reached the Half-Step Heaven Immortal Realm [the realm just below that of a true Heavenly Immortal], placing her at the top of the Ten Great Female Immortals of the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea.

It is said that within the Western Qi Grotto-Heaven, the Nine Heavens Goddess of the Divine Race is only her equal, ranked jointly first. Their combat prowess, appearance, cultivation, and status are virtually indistinguishable.

"Esteemed Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for fellow cultivators]."

As the Lotus Platform [a floating platform shaped like a lotus flower] descended slowly, the Saintess of the Divine Abyss slowly opened her eyes and gazed upon the assembled crowd.

She swept her gaze across the hall and spoke with serene composure, "This Barter Convention [a grand gathering for cultivators to trade rare items] is divided into two stages. The first is an auction, and the second is the Barter Convention proper."

"I will preside over the auction, which features a total of thirteen thousand six hundred and seventy lots at the Heaven-Opening Marvel [a classification for treasures of immense power and rarity] grade."

"As for the Barter Convention, after the auction concludes, you may ascend the platform to conduct trades amongst yourselves."

With these words, Dawnlight the Immortal Maiden [a title for a powerful female cultivator] flicked her sleeve, causing an ancient diagram to unfurl before her. "The first treasure presented today," she announced, "is this."

"The Eightfold Celestial Dragon Diagram [a mystical diagram depicting eight celestial dragons, said to possess profound defensive and offensive powers]."

The moment the treasure was revealed, many in the audience brightened, their expressions alight with eager anticipation.

This Eightfold Celestial Dragon Diagram [a legendary enchanted scroll depicting eight celestial dragons] is a rare Heaven-Opening Supreme Treasure [a treasure of the highest order, said to possess the power to cleave open the heavens]. It is said this artifact was forged in ancient times by a great power from a Buddhist Sect, the Ancient Buddha [a supremely enlightened being from the Buddhist tradition]. To craft this treasure, that Buddhist Sect Ancient Buddha subdued eight Celestial Dragon [majestic, divine serpents of immense power] at the Late Stage Earth Immortal [an advanced stage of the Earth Immortal cultivation realm] and refined their very essences into the ancient diagram. Access the full story on AUDIO-NOVEL.COM.