Chapter 1425 : A Glimmer of Hope in the Abyss

Eldrin Chen also nodded, yet he did not speak immediately.

After a moment of contemplation, he spoke: "Leaving aside the Yang Plane Microcosm, just dealing with the Yin Plane Microcosm will be difficult enough."

"Our most urgent task is to make preparations first and secure the Yin Plane Microcosm."

"Very well."

Ancient Ruins Yin Lord nodded and looked at Eldrin Chen, saying, "The matter of the Formation Flags will still require your efforts."

After bidding farewell to Ancient Ruins Yin Lord and Sky Abyss Daoist, Eldrin Chen returned to Verdant Chariot Mountain and recounted the events of his journey to Lyra Jiang and the others.

After listening, Lyra Jiang frowned slightly and said, "We can still devise a plan for the Yin Plane Microcosm, but the Yang Plane Microcosm is far too vast and boundless."

"With our current strength, attempting to scheme for a Primordial Source Treasure [a treasure born from the primal chaos of the universe] would be far too perilous."

Eldrin Chen understood this point and spoke: "To even consider plotting for the Yang Plane Microcosm, we would need cultivation at least at the Middle Stage Earth Immortal level."

"Once my cultivation reaches the Middle Stage Earth Immortal realm, I will barely be able to wield the Primordial Thunder Abyss Myriad Tribulations Sword. By then, perhaps I will have the confidence to intervene in battles at the Half-Step Celestial Immortal level." Original English translation available at audio . novel . com.

Speaking to this point, Eldrin Chen's eyes flickered slightly as he said, "Moreover, we can coordinate from within and without with Divine Lord Glaze to jointly scheme for the treasure."

Upon hearing this, the several of them could not help but be momentarily taken aback.

If relying solely on their own strength to plot for a Primordial Source Treasure [a supreme treasure born from the primordial chaos of the universe] was a fool's dream, then adding Divine Lord Glaze into the equation truly offered a sliver of possibility.

As long as Divine Lord Glaze cooperated with them, and coupled with them setting up a grand formation within the Yin Plane Microcosm [a miniature world imbued with Yin energy] to delay pursuit, then there was a real chance they could ultimately escape with the treasure.

Thinking of this, Nyssa Qu could not help but nod and say, "Given the Divine Lord's cultivation level, if he coordinates with us, we might indeed have a thread of opportunity."

"Indeed," Verdant Consort also inclined her head, smiling as she spoke. "Taking a step back, even if we cannot obtain a cosmic Primordial Source Treasure, surely the Yang Plane Microcosm [a miniature world imbued with Yang energy] holds no shortage of precious items."

"By cooperating to seize some key treasures and bringing them out from the Yin Plane Microcosm, it would be far better than having those Grotto-Heaven [a superior realm of existence, a paradise for cultivators] take several layers of skin off us."

Seeing that everyone supported this idea, Eldrin Chen then spoke up, "Then the most pressing task is still to first secure the Yin Plane Microcosm, otherwise all our plans will be empty talk."

Lyra Jiang's eyes gleamed, and she said with a smile, "It so happens we are preparing to purchase World-Initiating Qi [a primal energy used in the creation or profound transformation of worlds]. Let's take this opportunity to also gather the materials needed for the formation array."

"By the way, if we are not purchasing the World-Initiating Qi in the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea, then where do we plan to acquire it?"

Eldrin Chen pondered for a moment before replying, "The Pure Yang Celestial Domain [one of the thirty-three celestial domains within the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain]!"...

The Pure Yang Celestial Domain, like the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea, is one of the thirty-three celestial domains of the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain and also one of the Six Western Celestial Domains.

Having Ascended to Immortality for many years and broken through to the Earth Immortal Realm, Eldrin Chen had gained considerable knowledge about the Six Western Celestial Domains.

From what Eldrin Chen knew, the Six Western Celestial Domains of the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain were: the Pure Yang Celestial Domain, the Western Pole Celestial Domain, the Nether Abyss Purgatory Sea [a sea of purgatory in the nether abyss], the Great Desert Celestial Sands Domain [a celestial domain of vast desert sands], the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea, and the Hundred Spirits Ancestral Domain [the ancestral domain of a hundred spirit races].

The strength of these Sixfold Heavens domains varied greatly.

Among them, the Western Pole Celestial Domain was the most unique. Located at the Western Pole Lands of the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain, it was guarded by a True Spirit [a primordial spiritual entity] protecting the Primordial Chaos membrane, making its power the most unfathomable. The Pure Yang Celestial Domain was one of the two supreme Sacred Lands of the Human Race within the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain. It was said a great power among the Ancient Immortals [immortals from ancient times] suppressed the Cosmos there, establishing the Pure Yang Grotto-Heaven [a grotto-heaven imbued with pure yang energy] that commanded awe throughout the Immortal Domain, making it one of the dominators of the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain.

The Nether Abyss Purgatory Sea needs little explanation. This lineage had seven Grotto-Heavens [separate paradisiacal realms] suppressing heaven and earth. Although individually their power might not match the Pure Yang Grotto-Heaven, their combined strength surpassed it.

The Great Desert Celestial Sands Domain was said to be the territory of the Buddhist Sect. It was the most impoverished land within the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain, with resources even scarcer than the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea.

As for the Hundred Spirits Ancestral Domain, it was said to be the domain of the Hundred Spirit Immortal Races [a collective term for numerous immortal spirit races].

Faced with the three major races of Human Race, Demon God [powerful demonic beings], and others, the Hundred Spirit Immortal Races had to unite. It was said four Hundred Races [the hundred races] Grotto-Heavens jointly occupied this celestial domain, making their power a force not to be underestimated.

"Among the six domains of the Western Heavens, the Pure Yang Celestial Domain is the most prosperous and also the most stable place."

"As the preferred trading ground for the Human Race, this Pure Yang Celestial Domain is the place of choice."

Eldrin Chen set foot within the Pure Yang Celestial Domain, sensing its bustling energy, and could not help but feel a slight stir between his brows.

For this journey, he had concealed his identity and come alone to the Pure Yang Celestial Domain. Before long, he arrived within the Pure Yang Immortal City [the central, fortified city of the Pure Yang Celestial Domain].

Seeing that the Barter Convention was still several hundred years away, Eldrin Chen proceeded directly to the Pure Yang Pavilion.

This Pure Yang Pavilion was an establishment run by the Pure Yang Grotto-Heaven [a major immortal sect and power within the Pure Yang Celestial Domain]. It was renowned throughout the entire Pure Yang sea region, and its treasures could be said to be all-encompassing. The complete novel can be found at audio~novel.com.

After Eldrin Chen ascended to the Pure Yang Pavilion, a steward at the Earth Immortal Realm [the Earth Immortal stage of cultivation] soon came forward to receive him.

This person was an Elder from the Pure Yang Abode of Bliss [a blessed land affiliated with the Pure Yang Grotto-Heaven]. Upon seeing Eldrin Chen, he smiled and said, "What does the Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for a fellow cultivator] seek to purchase today?"

Eldrin Chen did not delay and stated directly, "I have come to purchase some Pure Yang Fire Silkworm Silk."

"So it is that item."

The man nodded, showing no surprise at the request.

The Pure Yang Fire Silkworm Silk [a luminous, sun-imbued silk spun by special fire silkworms] is an exceedingly rare Pure Yang Exotic Treasure [a treasure infused with the pure, unadulterated essence of the sun], yet it is a specialty product of the Pure Yang Grotto-Heaven [a blessed realm suffused with pure solar energy].

This is because within the Pure Yang Grotto-Heaven, there grows a Ninth Rank [the pinnacle of the known cultivation realms] Primordial Ancient Trees [trees of immense age and power] known as the Pure Yang Fire Mulberry Tree [an ancient mulberry tree that radiates pure solar flame]. Sustained by this ancient tree, the Pure Yang Grotto-Heaven nurtures vast numbers of silkworms that feed on Pure Yang Flame [a divine flame of pure solar essence].

The grade of these fire silkworms is not low; among them are Seventh Rank [a high cultivation realm] and even Eighth Rank [a very high cultivation realm] ancient silkworms. There is even rumored to be a Ninth Rank Primordial Immortal Silkworm [a silkworm of mythical, immortal grade] dwelling within.

Thanks to these Pure Yang Flame silkworms, a significant quantity of Pure Yang Fire Silkworm Silk is produced annually. This Fire Silkworm Silk [silk produced by fire-attribute silkworms] is the premier material for weaving immortal robes and crafting treasure banners. Many Immortal [beings who have ascended to immortality] will travel great distances to purchase it.

Thinking of this, the shop manager smiled and said, "I still have some of this Pure Yang Fire Silkworm Silk in stock. How many portions do you require?"

Eldrin Chen's eyes lit up. He immediately spoke, "I require nine portions of Eighth Rank grade Pure Yang Fire Silkworm Silk. I wonder if Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for a fellow cultivator] has sufficient stock?" "Nine portions?"

The manager's eyes also brightened. He promptly replied, "The Eighth Rank grade Pure Yang Fire Silkworm Silk costs eighty-two thousand Immortal Source [a high-grade energy crystal used by immortals] per portion. Since Fellow Daoist is making such a substantial purchase, I can offer you a discount."

"Let's round off the total. I will charge you seven hundred and twenty thousand Immortal Source in total. What do you think?"

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly.

The price of a single Low Grade World Creation Treasure [a foundational treasure used to create or stabilize a small world] typically hovers around one hundred thousand Immortal Source [a highly concentrated form of spiritual energy used by high-level cultivators]. For the other party to demand eighty thousand Immortal Source for a single material component is, to put it mildly, not an insignificant sum.

After all, the forging of a Low Grade World Creation Treasure carries a non-negligible risk of failure. This is to say nothing of the additional labor costs involved in crafting a Heaven-Opening Supreme Treasure [a supreme-grade treasure of legendary power, said to be capable of cleaving the heavens].

Thus, within the Immortal Domain [a realm inhabited by powerful immortals], the price of various forging materials generally sits at about fifty percent of the value of a completed treasure of equivalent rank, with most not exceeding sixty percent.

Their asking price of eighty-two percent is, by any measure, exorbitantly high.

Upon deeper reflection, however, the Pure Yang Grotto-Heaven [a celestial paradise suffused with pure Yang energy] is home to numerous Great Powers. With the skill of an Eighth Rank High Grade Artificer [a master craftsman at the peak of the eighth rank] or even a Ninth RankArtificer [a supreme master of the crafting arts at the legendary ninth rank], the chance of failure when forging a mere Low Grade World Creation Treasure is likely negligible. Enjoyed this chapter? Read more at @udio-novel.com.