Chapter 1494 : The Gathering of Immortal Progenitors

After returning to the Abyssal Sea Region, he summoned the clan's Earth Immortal Progenitor [a cultivator who has attained the Earth Immortal realm and founded a lineage] together.

Seeing that his Primordial Chaos Indestructible Body [a legendary physique said to be unbreakable and born from the primordial chaos] had reached perfection, everyone present could not help but reveal looks of joy.

Verdant Consort examined him carefully for a moment before speaking, unable to hold back: "With your current combat prowess, and with our assistance, there is considerable hope of taking down the Flowing Fire Star Palace."

"The Flowing Fire Star Palace is not urgent. Let us wait until we have helped Zixuan the Daoist break through to the Taiyi Realm [the 'Grand Unity' realm, a profound stage of cultivation] before making plans." Eldrin Chen spoke calmly, then glanced at the group and gave a slight nod of satisfaction.

Since conquering the Yin Plane Microcosm [a small, self-contained world aligned with Yin energy], nearly eighty thousand years had passed unnoticed. Over these years, the clan had gradually sold some rare treasures and purchased a significant number of Galaxy Star-Sand Pills.

With an ample supply of Galaxy Star-Sand Pills [pills refined from the essence of celestial sand, used to accelerate cultivation], the cultivation progress of the clan members had been steady. Unbeknownst to them, everyone had now broken through to the fifth layer of the Earth Immortal realm.

In contrast, Eldrin Chen, having devoted immense effort to cultivating the World-Opening True Body [a divine ability said to grant the power to split open worlds], found his progress in Mana [the refined spiritual energy used by cultivators] cultivation to be slightly slower.

Thinking of this, Eldrin Chen could not help but smile. "It seems your cultivation bases will be able to reach the Earth Immortal Sixth Layer before the universe's destruction."

Upon hearing this, the others smiled faintly. Kael Chen spoke up: "We have only opened the Ninefold Heavens and Earth [a foundational cultivation stage involving the creation of nine internal spiritual worlds], so our progress is naturally a bit faster."

"However, I'm afraid we still won't be able to cultivate to the Late Stage Earth Immortal before the Minor Universe [a smaller, subsidiary cosmos within the greater universe] opens." Official source: audio–novel.com. Unauthorized reproduction is prohibited.

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod. To break through to the Seventh Level Earth Immortal [the seventh major stage of the Earth Immortal cultivation realm], there remained a crucial bottleneck to overcome. Without external aids, relying solely on his own accumulation, it would likely take at least a million years.

The Supreme Profound Alchemy Tome [a legendary text of alchemical secrets] in Eldrin Chen's possession recorded the Dragon-Phoenix Ascension Pill [a supreme elixir said to grant ascension], which could indeed assist a cultivator in breaking through the bottlenecks of both the Late Stage Earth Immortal [the penultimate stage of the Earth Immortal realm] and Earth Immortal Great Perfection [the final, perfected stage of the Earth Immortal realm].

However, refining this pill required consuming the Inner Core [the condensed spiritual essence core of a powerful beast] of a True Dragon [a supreme draconic being of pure lineage] and a Phoenix. Moreover, these had to be from a Dragon-Phoenix of the Eighth Rank High Grade [the eighth major rank and high-grade tier, indicating immense power]. Such treasures were exceedingly rare, and Eldrin Chen currently possessed no materials of this caliber.

"We must seek another method, or perhaps seize an opportunity within the Minor Universe [a smaller, self-contained pocket dimension or realm]," he mused.

After a moment of contemplation, Eldrin Chen finally spoke. "In eighteen thousand years, it will be time for Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for a fellow cultivator] Zixuan to attempt his breakthrough into the Taiyi Realm [the realm of Primordial Unity, a profound stage beyond Earth Immortal]."

"Previously, he aided us in safeguarding the Crimson Dragon Ancient Cauldron [an ancient and powerful cauldron artifact]. Such a debt of gratitude we must certainly repay."

Everyone nodded in agreement. Lyra Jiang then spoke, "In that case, how many shall we send?" "We shall send seven," Eldrin Chen declared.

He continued, outlining the plan. "Myself, Lyra, Verdant Consort [a title for a powerful female cultivator], Nyssa, Clan Elder Brother Kael, Ethan, and Qiyuan the Ancient Ancestor will go. Lila and Violet Consort [another title for a powerful female cultivator] shall remain to guard the clan."

Upon hearing this arrangement, all present nodded slightly once more, their expressions grave.

With nine Earth Immortal Progenitor [a cultivator who has reached the Earth Immortal realm and founded a lineage] in the clan, dispatching seven was a gesture of nearly total commitment, a clear sign of their determination to honor the debt.

Contemplating this, Lyra Jiang spoke, "There is no rush. I shall first take the Black Dragon Ancient Cauldron [an ancient, powerful artifact shaped like a black dragon] to set up the formation. You should remain within the clan to enter secluded cultivation [a state of deep, uninterrupted meditation and training], and see if you can break through to the fifth layer of the Earth Immortal [the Earth Immortal realm, a stage of cultivation where one gains profound power over the earthly elements] before then."

"That is acceptable."

Eldrin Chen hesitated slightly for a moment before nodding in agreement.

His Mana [the refined spiritual energy cultivated by immortals] was now nearing completion. By refining just two more vials of the Galaxy Star-Sand Pill [a potent elixir refined from the essence of celestial sand and starlight], he should be able to cultivate his way to the fifth layer of the Earth Immortal realm.

Thinking of this, Eldrin Chen instructed, "The Black Dragon Ancient Cauldron can be entrusted to Zixuan the Daoist for the formation's setup. However, the core location he has prepared for myself to undergo secluded cultivation must not be approached by any of you under any circumstances."

"Furthermore, do not draw upon the Immortal Spirit Qi [the supreme-grade spiritual energy of an immortal's abode] from the Zixuan Abode of Bliss [the immortal paradise realm of Zixuan the Daoist]. Doing so risks depleting its reserves and causing his attempt to condense the Taiyi Dao Principle [the supreme Dao principle of Primordial Unity] to fail."

As Eldrin Chen continued his earnest admonitions, the others listened with grave expressions, nodding solemnly one after another.

Once all instructions were given, the others departed for the Violet Firmament Dao Palace [a grand palace dedicated to the Dao, named for the violet heavens]. Eldrin Chen, meanwhile, remained within the Abyssal Abode of Bliss [his personal immortal paradise realm, named 'Abyssal'] to refine the Galaxy Star-Sand Pill.

Refining a single vial of the Galaxy Star-Sand Pill required approximately eight Millennium [a unit of fate or destiny representing one thousand years]. Two vials would thus take around sixteen millennia. Now, having set aside all other matters to focus entirely on secluded cultivation, Eldrin's refinement speed increased by thirty percent. In this manner, merely twelve thousand and several hundred years later, he had completely refined the Galaxy Star-Sand Pill and smoothly broke through to the fifth layer of the Earth Immortal realm.

"It seems that before the destruction of this Minor Universe [a smaller, self-contained cosmos within the greater multiverse], I should be able to cultivate to the Earth Immortal Sixth Layer," Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly, allowing himself a slow, relieved exhalation.

After this breakthrough, his World's Primordial Qi [the primordial energy that gave birth to the world] and Primordial Source [the foundational life force of a cultivator] increased by another twenty percent. However, since his Heaven and Earth Origin [the core essence of one's cultivation realm] did not undergo a qualitative transformation, his combat power did not see a fundamental leap.

It merely granted him a few more degrees of endurance when channeling his Divine Ability [supernatural powers derived from profound cultivation] and Magical Treasure [enchanted artifacts used by cultivators] in battle.

The same principle applied to advancing to the Earth Immortal Sixth Layer. Upon reaching that stage, his Mana [the spiritual energy used to power spells and techniques] would become significantly more profound and vast. Yet, without a qualitative leap in his Mana, his combat prowess would not undergo a fundamental metamorphosis either.

Only by stepping into the realm of a Seventh Level Earth Immortal, where the Heaven and Earth Origin undergoes another profound transformation, would a monumental elevation occur.

Once he broke through to the Seventh Level Earth Immortal realm, his Heaven-Opening Rule [a supreme cultivation art], Great Vehicle [a divine ability of immense power], and Lifebound Supreme Treasure [a cultivator's most intimately connected and powerful magical treasure] would all ascend to the domain of Heaven-Opening Supreme Treasure [a treasure of world-shattering power].

Furthermore, his three Mysterious Profound-grade Lifebound Divine Ability [divine abilities intrinsically linked to a cultivator's life and cultivation] would be cultivated to the Great Perfection Realm. The combined effect of all these advancements would bring about an unprecedented, qualitative transformation. This chapter is provided by audio-novel dot com. Support the original.

"Breaking through to the Late Stage Earth Immortal should mark the beginning of a qualitative leap," he mused.

"Only by setting foot in that domain can I possess combat power rivaling a Half-Step Celestial Immortal. When the Dao Tribulation [a cataclysmic heavenly trial] erupts, I might then have a chance to shed my identity as a mere pawn and seize the opportunity to rise above the Great Tribulation [a period of immense cosmic calamity]."

Eldrin Chen pondered silently for a moment before slowly opening his eyes.

Without further delay, he departed from the Abyssal Abode of Bliss and immediately headed for the Violet Firmament Dao Palace. Traversing the Endless Void, Eldrin Chen soon arrived outside the Violet Firmament Dao Palace. Upon ascending to the palace grounds, he discovered it was already a scene of bustling activity. In addition to the six Earth Immortal [powerful immortal cultivators] from the Chen Immortal Clan, there were over a dozen unfamiliar Earth Immortal Progenitor [venerable ancestors who have attained the Earth Immortal realm].

These Earth Immortal Progenitor [a cultivator who has ascended to the Earth Immortal realm and established their own lineage] all possessed cultivation bases at the very least at the Late Stage Earth Immortal [the advanced phase of the Earth Immortal realm], and among them were three powerhouses who had reached Earth Immortal Great Perfection [the pinnacle stage of the Earth Immortal realm, just before a major breakthrough]. It was clear they were all close friends of Zixuan the Daoist.

Eldrin Chen recognized one among them—it was Broken Cauldron True Lord [a Daoist title meaning 'Lord of the Shattered Cauldron'], with whom he had once fought side by side. "Fellow Daoist Eldrin [a respectful term for a cultivator of similar standing]," the True Lord greeted.

Upon seeing Eldrin Chen, the Broken Cauldron True Lord promptly and courteously returned the greeting. He then proceeded to introduce Eldrin Chen to the identities of all the cultivators who had come to lend their aid today.

Swiftly, Eldrin Chen gained a basic understanding of the assembled group and comprehended their origins.

Among the various Earth Immortal [a high realm of cultivation, representing a profound connection to the world's spiritual laws] who had come to offer support, the vast majority of these Earth Immortal Progenitor were long-time friends of Zixuan the Daoist, many sharing deeply intertwined bonds.

Of the three who had attained Earth Immortal Great Perfection, aside from Broken Cauldron True Lord, the other two were named Kun Tian the Daoist and Xuan Li the True Lord. Between these two, Xuan Li the True Lord had opened a Sixfold Heavens [an internal spiritual world with six layers, representing significant foundational strength], placing his strength among the Earth Immortal Great Perfection as merely ordinary.

However, Kun Tian the Daoist was extraordinary. This individual had opened an Eight-Layered Heaven and Earth [an exceptionally vast and stable internal spiritual world with eight layers, denoting supreme foundational potential] and held the position of Grand Elder within the Supreme Void Dao Palace [a prestigious sect or institution focused on the Dao of the Supreme Void]. Original publication: https://audio-novel.com - The source of this chapter.