Chapter 1423 : Ascension of the Earth Immortal

And after more than forty thousand years, Ethan Chen fully supplemented his third foundational root, thereby stepping into the Nine Calamities Realm. With the power of Yin-Yang and Life and Death, he opened up the Ninefold Heavens and Earth.

Not long after Ethan Chen's breakthrough, Eldrin Chen felt the Mana [the magical energy used for cultivation] within his inner world had accumulated to perfection, reaching the brink of a breakthrough.

"The accumulation of World's Primordial Qi [the primordial energy that formed the foundation of the world] is now flawless and complete. It is time to break through to the second level of the Earth Immortal [an immortal whose power is anchored to the earth] realm."

Eldrin Chen sensed the World's Primordial Qi within the Abyssal Grand Realm and slowly opened his eyes.

He took a deep breath, and in that instant, boundless World's Primordial Qi surged through the cosmos. The endless vital energies of heaven and earth merged into the Primordial Source [the original, undifferentiated essence from which all things are born] of the Six Heavens and Seven Realms.

In a fleeting moment, the Six Heavens and Seven Realms began to expand, growing ever more vast, while the Five Extremities Celestial Pillars [the five great pillars that support the corners of the world] also became more towering and majestic.

After an immeasurable span of time, Eldrin Chen discovered that the immense Abyssal Grand Realm had expanded by approximately thirty percent, and its Heaven and Earth Power [the combined power of the celestial and terrestrial forces] had increased by a similar magnitude.

The Primordial Source and energy contained within that heaven and earth also surged by more than thirty percent, becoming increasingly magnificent and boundless.

"Excellent."

Sensing the Heaven and Earth Power within him, Eldrin Chen gave a slight, satisfied nod. This content originates from audio_novel.com. Please respect copyright.

This breakthrough to the Earth Immortal Second Layer [the second major stage of the Earth Immortal realm] was a natural progression, a culmination of effort. Eldrin Chen could clearly feel his Heaven and Earth Power [the power to command and manipulate the energies of heaven and earth] surge by more than thirty percent.

Such a significant increase in Heaven and Earth Power granted Eldrin Chen a substantial boost to his overall strength.

Eldrin Chen made a rough mental calculation. His current Mana [the refined spiritual energy used to power spells and techniques], while perhaps not yet matching that of a Seventh Level Earth Immortal [an Earth Immortal at the seventh and highest major stage], should be comparable to an Earth Immortal Sixth Layer [an Earth Immortal at the sixth major stage] who had opened their Seventh Heaven [the seventh and final major acupoint, a crucial milestone for power].

Furthermore, with the power of the Flood Water Azure Lotus [a legendary spiritual lotus that enhances a cultivator's energy reserves and purity], Eldrin Chen's Mana was likely on par with a Seventh Level Earth Immortal.

"If I can advance one more step and break through to the Third Level Earth Immortal [the third major stage of the Earth Immortal realm], my Mana will be virtually indistinguishable from that of a Seventh Level Earth Immortal," Eldrin Chen murmured to himself.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen emerged from his Seclusion Chamber [a specially prepared chamber for deep meditation and cultivation].

Leaving the Seclusion Chamber, Eldrin Chen proceeded directly to the Abyssal Abode of Bliss [his personal sanctum, a pocket dimension of immense spiritual density]. After a thorough inspection, he discovered that the Black Dragon World-Suppressing Cauldron [a supreme magical cauldron forged in the image of a black dragon] had already recovered to the Eighth Rank High Grade [the highest grade within the eighth rank of magical treasures] level.

Lyra Jiang was cultivating in seclusion there. Seeing Eldrin Chen arrive, she said, "It appears that in another two hundred thousand years, this treasure will fully restore itself to the level of a Heaven-Opening Supreme Treasure [a legendary treasure of the highest order, said to possess the power to cleave the heavens]. The Crimson Dragon World-Suppressing Cauldron [its counterpart, forged in the image of a crimson dragon] is progressing similarly."

Eldrin Chen nodded, his expression turning grave. "This matter must be kept absolutely secret. Otherwise, I fear the Lord of the Flowing Fire Star Palace [the ruler of a powerful celestial palace] might be driven to desperate measures."

"I understand," Lyra Jiang replied.

Lyra Jiang [the Immortal Maiden Lyra Jiang] gave a slight nod and said no more.

A moment later, as if remembering something, she spoke up, "By the way, the clan's reserves of World-Initiating Qi [the primordial energy used to create and nurture small worlds] are nearly depleted now.

"It is time to procure another batch of World-Initiating Qi." "Indeed."

Eldrin Chen [the Abyssal Emperor Eldrin Chen] nodded in agreement. With the Great Tribulation [the cataclysmic heavenly calamity] having passed for over one hundred thousand years, many Immortal [beings who have ascended to immortality] who gained insights during the calamity would be making breakthroughs one after another. Therefore, World-Initiating Qi should not be in short supply at this time.

Yet, a slight frown creased his brow as he pondered and said, "Last time at the Divine Abyss Immortal City [the Celestial City of the Divine Abyss], we already purchased a significant amount of World-Initiating Qi."

"If we continue buying more, we might draw the attention of those with ill intentions."

Hearing this, Lyra Jiang fell into brief contemplation before replying, "Then let us travel farther, beyond the borders of the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea [the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea]."

"A sound plan." Eldrin Chen nodded, a smile gracing his features. "It is customary across the various celestial domains of the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain [the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain] to organize a grand auction once every one hundred thousand years following a Great Tribulation."

"This is a perfect opportunity for us to witness what other marvels and Mysterious Profound [profound and mysterious divine abilities] exist within the other seas of the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain."

As he spoke, Eldrin Chen saw a dark, ancient talisman flying towards him. He caught it and glanced at its contents, his brow immediately furrowing slightly.

Seeing this, Lyra Jiang could not help but ask, "What is the matter?"

Eldrin Chen handed the Spirit Talisman to Lyra Jiang and spoke, "Back then, when I requested Ancient Ruins Yin Lord to aid us against the Patriarch of the Alligator Clan, he mentioned that once the matter was settled, he would have a request of his own."

"To the depths of the Netherworld [the underworld realm of ghosts and spirits]."

"Now the time is almost upon us. He bids me go to the deep places of the Netherworld." "Hmm." Upon hearing this, Lyra Jiang frowned slightly and said, "What matter could it be, that he is being so secretive about it?"

"I do not know either."

Eldrin Chen shook his head and said, "I shall first go to Ancient Ruins Ghost City [a city within the Netherworld] and meet with him to discuss it." Read the full novel exclusively on audio-novel`com.

With that, Eldrin Chen wasted no further time and immediately flew towards the boundless Netherworld Depths.

By the time he arrived at Ancient Ruins Ghost City, he discovered that Sky Abyss Daoist and Ancient Ruins Yin Lord had already been waiting for some time.

Seeing Eldrin Chen arrive, Ancient Ruins Yin Lord personally poured him a cup of tea and said, "Brother Eldrin, the Abyss, we were only waiting for you."

Eldrin Chen took the teacup, sipped from it, and spoke, "Fellow Daoist, you have invited me here today. Has the time come to act upon the matter you spoke of years ago?"

Upon hearing this, Ancient Ruins Yin Lord [a powerful Yin-aligned deity] did not answer immediately. He exchanged a glance with Sky Abyss Daoist [a Daoist master of the Celestial Abyss].

Seeing this, Sky Abyss Daoist spoke up: "Do you recall, Fellow Daoist, when we were in Divine Abyss Immortal City [a legendary city of immortals], I once mentioned to you the opportunity concerning a Minor Universe [a self-contained, smaller cosmos]?"

"Of course I remember," Eldrin Chen replied, his brow furrowing slightly. "I remember it well. However, wasn't it said that the destruction of that Minor Universe was still at least several hundred thousand years away?"

Ancient Ruins Yin Lord offered a faint smile and said, "Allow me to elaborate on the nature of a Minor Universe."

As Ancient Ruins Yin Lord began his explanation, Eldrin Chen gradually came to understand the profound value of a Minor Universe.

A single Minor Universe spans at least several million light-years. Over its endless epochs, it gives birth to billions upon billions of stars, a realm of unimaginable vastness.

Even the smallest Minor Universe is far grander than the Milky Way Galaxy of old. Within such an immense cosmos, infinite lifeforms are naturally nurtured—there are deities, members of the Demonic Tribe [a powerful race of demons], forbidden Starry Void Ancient Beasts [primordial beasts that dwell among the stars], and even the Heavenly Dao [the fundamental law of the cosmos] takes form within it.

Such a boundless Minor Universe naturally fosters countless precious treasures. Among them are World-Opening Treasure [artifacts capable of cleaving open new worlds] and even supreme-grade Immortal Herbs [plants imbued with immortal energy].

Yet the most precious of all are the Universe Creation Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure born from the genesis of a universe], and the Universe Annihilation Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure born from the cataclysm of a universe].

Speaking to this point, Ancient Ruins Yin Lord's expression turned exceptionally grave. "The Universe Creation Treasure is an artifact that appears only at the very moment a cosmos is born."

"The Universe Annihilation Supreme Treasure [a legendary artifact born from the cataclysmic end of a cosmos], moreover, is a treasure transformed from the Primordial Source [the fundamental, primordial essence from which all things originate] of a perishing Minor Universe [a self-contained, smaller cosmos within the greater multiverse]. Both are supreme treasures of unparalleled value, their grade being at least that of an Innate Marvels [a treasure born from the fundamental laws of the cosmos, possessing innate power]."

"Furthermore, such Primordial Source [the fundamental, primordial essence from which all things originate] objects often possess exceedingly unique and wondrous properties, making them far more precious than Innate Treasure [a treasure born from the fundamental laws of the cosmos, possessing innate power] of the same tier."

"Moreover, the potential of such treasures is boundless. It is said they possess the possibility of advancing into Innate Ancient Treasure [an ancient treasure born from the fundamental laws of the cosmos] or even Innate Spiritual Treasure [a spiritual treasure of the highest innate order]."

"Thus, the destruction of every Minor Universe [a self-contained, smaller cosmos within the greater multiverse] inevitably draws the covetous gaze of Heavenly Immortal Paragon [a supreme being among Celestial Immortals, a pinnacle existence]."

Ancient Ruins Yin Lord continued his exposition. Reaching this point, he smiled and added, "Fortunately, the power of a Heavenly Immortal Paragon [a supreme being among Celestial Immortals, a pinnacle existence] is far too immense. Should one step into a Minor Universe [a self-contained, smaller cosmos within the greater multiverse], they would inevitably face the full and furious resistance of that universe's Heavenly Dao [the cosmic law and will governing all existence]."

"Therefore, with each Minor Universe [a self-contained, smaller cosmos within the greater multiverse] that meets its end, the Heavenly Immortal Paragon [a supreme being among Celestial Immortals, a pinnacle existence] are barred from entering. It is instead cultivators like us, those at the Earth Immortal [an immortal whose power and domain are tied to the earth and mortal realms] and Half-Step Celestial Immortal [one who has transcended the Earth Immortal realm but has not fully ascended to Celestial Immortality] realms, who can tread within and contend for these fateful opportunities." Read the full novel exclusively on audio~novel.com.