Chapter 1388 : The Unwritten Rules of Immortals

Glazed Divine Lord [a title for a powerful immortal lord] gave a faint smile and shook his head. "If one with Celestial Immortal Aptitude [the potential to become a Celestial Immortal] were to be easily snuffed out by others, then do you think the two Grotto-Heaven [a superior type of blessed land, a pocket paradise] of Western Essence and Divine Abyss would have allowed the Lord of Western Abyss Dragon Palace [the ruler of the Dragon Palace in the Western Abyss] to survive until now?"

"That's true."

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen let out a sigh of relief.

Seeing his reaction, Glazed Divine Lord continued, "Those who are Celestial Immortal Great Power [a powerful being at the Celestial Immortal realm] hold themselves in high esteem; they generally cannot bring themselves to stoop so low as to attack juniors directly."

"Even if they cast aside their dignity to strike at a junior, they cannot act with absolute impunity."

"Otherwise, if they can kill the Celestial Immortal Seed [a prodigy with the potential to reach the Celestial Immortal realm] of the Human Race and the Divine Clan, then the Celestial Immortal [an immortal who has ascended to the celestial realm] of the Human Race and Divine Clan could likewise disregard face and ruthlessly exterminate the rising stars of the Demon Race."

"If things continued down that path—Celestial Immortal slaying Earth Immortal [an immortal bound to the earthly realm], Great Encompassing [the Great Encompassing or Da Luo realm, a supreme cultivation stage] butchering Celestial Immortal, and Path Ancestor [the founder of a cultivation path, a supreme existence] wiping out all the disciples of their rivals—wouldn't that throw everything into utter chaos?"

"Moreover, we Immortal [beings who have achieved immortality] possess Longevity [eternal life]. Over hundreds of thousands, even millions of years, relationships become intricately intertwined. Which promising individual with the potential for Celestial Immortal does not have some powerful patron backing them?"

"Killing one or two might be tolerated, but if one dared to act with reckless abandon, not only would the Immortal Court [the celestial court governing immortals] and the two Grotto-Heaven not permit it, even the Demon Race Heavenly Court [the demonic counterpart to the Heavenly Court] would intervene to stop them."

"Unless the Heavenly Court [the supreme celestial court], the Immortal Court, and the Divine Court [the court of the divine clans] were to engage in all-out war, the Sovereign [a supreme ruler, often at the Great Encompassing realm or above] of the Immortal Domain [a vast realm inhabited by immortals] would never allow such disorder."

The Glazed Divine Lord spoke with measured calm, then continued, "Thus, among us Immortal [beings who have transcended mortality through cultivation], it is primarily a contest between those of the same realm."

"This is one of the most fundamental rules within the Immortal Domain [the higher realm where immortals reside]."

"Then I can rest easier."

Eldrin Chen let out a sigh of relief, feeling the immense pressure in his heart suddenly lessen.

Seeing this, the Glazed Divine Lord glanced once more at Eldrin Chen, a thoughtful expression crossing his features as he said, "However, you must not let your guard down."

"While Celestial Immortal Great Power [powerful beings at the Celestial Immortal stage] would lose face by personally intervening, prodigies like you who have stepped into the Forbidden Domain [a legendary realm of power beyond normal limits] have always faced a high probability of meeting an untimely end."

"These Grotto-Heaven [powerful, secluded immortal paradises] may not deign to deal with you directly, but if you attempt to break through to the Celestial Immortal Realm, they will surely come to obstruct your path."

"Even if you manage to ascend during your Great Tribulation [a climactic heavenly trial], they will most likely scheme against you from the shadows."

"I understand."

Eldrin Chen nodded, his heart tightening with renewed vigilance.

With the precedents of the Lord of Western Abyss Dragon Palace and the Divine Lord of Ye Ruins serving as stark warnings, Eldrin Chen harbored a heightened sense of wariness towards the two Grotto-Heaven [a superior cultivation realm, a paradise-like world] of Western Essence and Divine Abyss.

Suppressing the thoughts in his mind, Eldrin Chen thought of Nyssa Qu and could not help but ask, "How fares my wife now?"

"She fares quite well."

The Glazed Divine Lord [a title for a powerful immortal] recounted smoothly, then said with a smile, "After the Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic event of immense scale] concluded, she broke through to the Earth Immortal Realm [the Earth Immortal stage of cultivation]. By my reckoning, it is about time she emerged from seclusion."

As she spoke, a woman draped in a Nyssa [a radiant, multi-colored garment] strode forward, her heart leaping with joy upon seeing Eldrin Chen.

The newcomer was indeed Nyssa Qu. The couple exchanged a glance, and then Nyssa Qu bowed gracefully to the Glazed Divine Lord and said, "I pay my respects to the Divine Lord."

The Glazed Divine Lord gave a slight nod and said, "Now that your cultivation base has been consolidated, my mind is at ease."

Only then did Eldrin Chen realize that Nyssa Qu had already stepped into the realm of an Earth Immortal. Moreover, judging by her aura, she had likely opened a Ninefold Heaven [a mythical, multi-layered paradise] Earth.

At this thought, a wave of delight washed over Eldrin Chen.

Seeing this, the Glazed Divine Lord said, "You have been parted for so long. Stay and rest within the Glazed Blessed Land [a paradise-like realm of cultivation] for a time."

"From now on, whether Nyssa returns to your Returning Abyss Blessed Land or remains here in the Glazed Blessed Land, the decision is yours to make."

"My gratitude, Divine Lord."

Eldrin Chen offered a slight bow of acknowledgment. He understood the reasons behind the Glazed Divine Lord's willingness to let Nyssa Qu depart with him. First, since her breakthrough to the Earth Immortal realm, Nyssa Qu had gained a significant measure of self-preservation capability.

Secondly, it was precisely because Eldrin Chen possessed extraordinary strength, strength that truly qualified him to protect Nyssa Qu.

In the following days, Eldrin Chen spent some time within the Glazed Blessed Land accompanying Nyssa Qu.

Recalling the Nine Tribulations Thunder Fruit he carried, he inquired of Nyssa Qu, "Nyssa, in your judgment, is the Glazed Divine Lord a person of absolute reliability?"

Without a moment's hesitation, Nyssa Qu replied, "The Divine Lord holds the grace of rebirth towards me, and we are of the same clan. If even she cannot be trusted, then there are likely few in this world who can be."

"I understand."

Eldrin Chen gave a nod and proceeded to inform Nyssa Qu about the matter of the Nine Tribulations Thunder Fruit.

After listening, Nyssa Qu said with delight, "With the Divine Lord's innate talent, aided by the Nine Tribulations Thunder Fruit, her chances of successfully cultivating the Primordial Unity Foundation are exceedingly high."

"If you use this to trade with her, she will certainly not treat you unfairly."

With Nyssa Qu's assurance, Eldrin Chen set aside the last trace of worry in his heart.

That very day, Nyssa Qu took him to find Glazed Divine Lord and informed her of the news regarding the Nine Tribulations Thunder Fruit.

"This item... you truly intend to give this to me?"

Glazed Divine Lord gazed at the Nine Tribulations Thunder Fruit before her, a subtle shimmer of light swirling within her beautiful eyes.

Eldrin Chen nodded and stated plainly, "Given the life-redeeming grace you, Divine Lord, have bestowed upon Nyssa, offering this Nine Tribulations Thunder Fruit is only fitting."

Glazed Divine Lord offered a faint smile and replied, "Nyssa is not only your wife but also the hope of our Immortal Clam Clan. We cannot calculate it that way."

As she spoke, Glazed Divine Lord looked at Eldrin Chen and said, "A supreme-grade World-Opening Immortal Herb like this possesses a value that is fundamentally immeasurable."

"Even with the wealth of my Glazed Blessed Land, I possess only a single treasure that can rival it."

At this point, Glazed Divine Lord paused in contemplation for a moment before continuing, "Very well. After I successfully cultivate the Primordial Unity True Body, I will be able to nurture a Seven-Colored Divine Pearl of World-Opening Supreme Treasure grade."

"This pearl possesses extraordinary and wondrous uses. It can be used to refine World-Opening Supreme Treasure and External Elixir. If used in alchemy, a single one can increase the chance of successfully cultivating the Primordial Unity True Body by one-tenth. Its value is nearly equivalent to that medicine."

"At that time, I shall give this item to you. What do you think?"

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen felt a slight stirring in his heart.

The Seven-Colored Divine Pearl indeed had marvelous and versatile applications. Furthermore, it could be used to refine External Elixir. Strictly speaking, its utility was broader than that of the Nine Tribulations Thunder Fruit, making it even rarer and more precious.

Therefore, Eldrin Chen did not hesitate. He spoke immediately, "As you wish, Divine Lord."

At this point, Eldrin Chen paused thoughtfully for a moment before continuing, "I also wish to establish a long-term trade agreement with the Glazed Blessed Land."

"Oh?"

Glazed Divine Lord's eyes flickered slightly. She looked at Eldrin Chen with a faint smile. "I heard from Sun Consort and the others that your Primordial One Limitless Rule Power can refine External Elixir capable of storing several times the usual amount of spiritual power."

"The trade you wish to make on this visit is undoubtedly related to these External Elixir."

"Precisely." Eldrin Chen nodded in agreement and then stated, "The Vast Sea Divine Pearl from the Glazed Blessed Land is the optimal material for refining External Elixir."

"Understood," Glazed Divine Lord [a title for a powerful immortal lord] nodded slightly, then spoke with measured deliberation. "Currently, more than half of the Vast Sea Divine Pearl [a rare and powerful spiritual pearl] produced within our Blessed Land [a region of concentrated spiritual energy and natural blessings] have been traded to the Divine Abyss Grotto-Heaven [a powerful immortal sect or realm]."

"However, I can promise you this: from now on, fifty percent of all Vast Sea Divine Pearl [a rare and powerful spiritual pearl] of Seventh Rank [the seventh level of quality or power] or higher will be allocated to you."

At this point, Glazed Divine Lord [a title for a powerful immortal lord] paused thoughtfully for a moment before continuing. "Yet, for the External Elixir [a type of powerful cultivation pill] refined from them, I hope you will also prioritize supplying my Glazed Blessed Land [a specific blessed land ruled by the Glazed Divine Lord]."

"Of course, I will offer you a fair price in return."