Chapter 1501 : The Abyssal Pearl's Ascendant Path

Of course, what the others did not know was that Eldrin Chen possessed the Innate Companion Spiritual Treasure, the Abyssal Pearl. This treasure contained the Primordial Indestructible Spirit Light [a fundamental, unbreakable spiritual radiance], which could nourish and replenish Eldrin Chen's Innate Physique [a body state of supreme purity and potential present from birth].

Theoretically, as time passed, Eldrin Chen's Primordial Chaos Indestructible Body [a physique forged from the indestructible essence of primordial chaos], under the nurturing feedback of the Abyssal Pearl, could ultimately undergo Reverse to Innate [a process of reverting one's constitution back to its primordial, innate state] and become the 'Innate Primordial Indestructible Physique' [the ultimate innate form of the Primordial Chaos Indestructible Body].

Therefore, all things considered, as long as Eldrin Chen cultivated his Primordial Chaos Indestructible Body to the Taiyi Realm [the Great Unity Realm, a profound stage of cultivation], he would logically and seamlessly achieve the Innate Primordial Indestructible Physique.

"In the previous Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic heavenly trial], I first cultivated the Primordial Chaos Limitless Rule [the Law of Boundless Primordial Chaos]. Relying on its Rule Power [the authority and power inherent to a supreme cultivation law], I swept through all foes, which allowed me to finally cultivate the Primordial Chaos Indestructible Body, and then transcend the Great Tribulation to suppress all enemies."

"Now it seems my Primordial Chaos Indestructible Body might be able to step into the Innate Realm [the realm of innate constitution] much earlier."

"If that's the case, then before the Dao Tribulation [the Tribulation of the Dao, an even greater cosmic trial] commences, my first task is to seek out five Supreme Grade Earth Vein [earth-pulse spiritual veins of the highest possible grade], as well as three types of forbidden lands corresponding to the elements of wind, ice, and thunder."

"As long as, during the Dao Tribulation, no Grotto-Heaven [a transcendent, independent pocket realm or paradise] personally enters the tribulation fray..."

"...then by cultivating the Taiyi Primordial Indestructible Physique [the Great Unity stage of the Primordial Indestructible Physique], and even advancing to the Innate Primordial Indestructible Physique, I should be powerful enough to sweep aside all opposition, even without the empowerment of a Taiyi Dao Principle [a Great Unity Dao Principle title] or the Great Unity Dao Fruit [the Dao Fruit of Great Unity], correct?"

Eldrin Chen pondered these thoughts deeply, a trace of solemn gravity appearing between his brows.

For him to advance his Primordial Chaos Indestructible Body to the Taiyi Realm, the most difficult requirement—Innate Qi [the primordial, innate energy required for such an ascension]—was already resolved. The remaining challenges, therefore, were the five Peerless-grade Blessed Land [lands of profound spiritual fortune] and the three forbidden lands of wind, ice, and thunder. Visit audio-novel dot com to enjoy the complete series.

Of these two conditions, acquiring five Peerless-grade Blessed Land [a sacred land imbued with immense spiritual power] presents an immense challenge. Within the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea, there are only slightly over thirty such Peerless-grade Blessed Land, and nearly every single one is guarded by a Half-Step Celestial Immortal [a cultivator on the very cusp of ascending to true immortality].

Furthermore, when a Peerless-grade Blessed Land is fortified with grand defensive formations and personally overseen by a Half-Step Celestial Immortal, even a Heavenly Immortal Paragon [a supreme master among Heavenly Immortals] would have to pay a significant price to breach its defenses.

For Eldrin Chen to seize five Peerless-grade Blessed Land, and moreover, ones aligned with the Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, Earth [the five fundamental elements of creation] attributes, the sheer magnitude of the difficulty is staggering to contemplate.

Yet, this remains a challenge within the realm below the Heaven Immortal [a true immortal who has ascended to the celestial realm]. As Eldrin Chen's cultivation gradually advances and the strength of the Chen Immortal Clan grows ever greater, a sliver of hope for success ultimately remains.

However, locating those three types of forbidden lands—those of Wind, Ice, and Thunder—proves to be a far more daunting task.

Once Eldrin Chen's Primordial Chaos Indestructible Body [a legendary physique of unbreakable chaos] refines nine Peerless-grade Blessed Land and thus steps into the Taiyi Realm [the Realm of Supreme Unity], the only beings capable of posing a threat to him would be those at least at the Heaven Immortal level.

And the places that could meet such stringent conditions, while also being aligned with the Wind, Ice, and Thunder attributes, are limited to a mere handful of Supreme Grotto-Heaven [the highest grade of independent pocket realms] and a few terrifyingly perilous forbidden zones.

Within the vast expanse of the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain, there are only slightly over two hundred Grotto-Heaven [independent pocket realms of profound spiritual power]. Among these, those aligned with the Wind, Ice, and Thunder attributes number barely over a dozen in total, and they are scattered among the territories of Humans, Demons, Divine Beings, and the Hundred Races [a collective term for myriad non-human sentient races].

These Supreme Grotto-Heaven have no prior ties of friendship with Eldrin Chen. Why would they ever consider lending their precious Grotto-Heaven to him for cultivation?

Thus, considering all factors, Eldrin Chen's final choice would likely be forced upon those dreadfully perilous forbidden lands.

Within the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain [a vast and ancient realm of immortals], the places qualified to be called Forbidden Lands are exceedingly rare. Many are absolute death traps that even Heavenly Immortal Paragon [a supreme rank among celestial immortals] would fear to tread.

Most are similar to the Myriad Crows Forbidden Zone, their origins and true nature shrouded in profound mystery. Without strength at the Heaven Immortal Realm [the realm of celestial immortals], attempting to set foot within them would likely result in a nine-in-ten chance of death.

Eldrin Chen pondered deeply, then finally lowered his gaze. "The path of Fleshly Body Sanctification [a cultivation method focused on forging an indestructible physical form] is fraught with peril and uncertainty."

"Yet, once this path is fully traversed, one could dominate all opposition with an invincible physical form alone, and perhaps even step into the Dao Ancestor and Immortal Sage Realm [the legendary realm of the ultimate progenitors and sages of the Dao]."

"Regardless, we must proceed step by step, first by making thorough preparations."

Eldrin Chen contemplated silently within his heart, then finally turned his gaze to the Separated Flame Deity and said, "Since you acknowledge my strength, I presume you also accept my terms."

"If so, when shall we act?"

The Separated Flame Deity's eyes flickered slightly as he glanced towards the direction of the Flowing Fire Star Palace [a celestial palace associated with flowing fire and stars]. He then spoke, "In that case, there's no time like the present. Let us act today."

"Agreed."

Eldrin Chen gave a nod, his gaze involuntarily shifting to the nearby Zixuan the Daoist.

Zixuan the Daoist stroked his long beard and spoke, "Let us first position ourselves outside the Flowing Fire Star Palace to prevent them from realizing our intent and fleeing with their treasures."

"Agreed."

Eldrin Chen nodded, immediately ordering the clan's Immortal [cultivators who have ascended to the first major stage of immortality] to be assembled, and then they flew to the perimeter of the Flowing Fire Star Palace.

To ensure the complete annihilation of the Flowing Fire Star Palace, they had mustered all combat forces at the Ascendant Immortal [a high-level immortal realm] level and above. The first wave to arrive, naturally, consisted of the various Earth Immortal Progenitor [powerful immortals who have attained a profound connection with the earth and its energies].

Among these Earth Immortal [immortals of the earthly realm], there were a full four combatants at the Earth Immortal Great Perfection [the pinnacle stage of the Earth Immortal realm] level or higher, and all were top-tier experts of that realm.

Of them, Zixuan the Daoist possessed the greatest combat strength. His cultivation had reached the Taiyi Realm [a profound and advanced immortal realm], and his true combat power surpassed that of ordinary Taiyi Realm cultivators, being comparable to at least fifteen ordinary Earth Immortal Great Perfection experts. Discover more cultivation stories at audio-novel*com.

Next was the Separated Flame Deity. Wielding an Heaven-Opening Supreme Treasure [a treasure of the highest order, capable of wondrous feats] and having opened her own Ninefold Heavens [a personal, perfected inner world or domain], her true combat strength was equivalent to eight ordinary Earth Immortal Great Perfection cultivators.

Eldrin Chen's combat strength ranked third. His perfected cultivation foundation, combined with the power of the Crimson Dragon Ancient Cauldron, made him comparable to five or six Earth Immortal Great Perfection experts.

Lyra Jiang was the weakest among them. Having recently broken through to the fifth layer of Earth Immortal, her strength was akin to an Earth Immortal Great Perfection cultivator who had opened Sixfold Heavens. However, with the assistance of the Black Dragon Ancient Cauldron, she could now hold her own against three Earth Immortal Great Perfection experts.

Thus, the combined might of these four was roughly equivalent to over thirty Earth Immortal Earth Immortal Great Perfection experts—matching the combat power of three Lord of the Flowing Fire Star Palace who were each comparable to a Half-Step Celestial Immortal [a cultivator on the very threshold of true celestial immortality]. With the Flowing Fire Star Palace now lacking a Half-Step Celestial Immortal to defend it, this force was just barely sufficient to breach its defenses.

However, to be on the safe side, Eldrin Chen still summoned all the Earth Immortal [powerful cultivators who have transcended mortality and attained a profound connection with the earth] from within the Immortal Alliance. Among them, there were seven with Late Stage Earth Immortal combat strength, namely the seven Earth Immortal Progenitor [foundational ancestors at the Earth Immortal realm] of the Chen Immortal Clan.

There were even more at the Earth Immortal Early-Mid Stage, including multiple Earth Immortal Progenitor such as Six Stars, Sky Feather, Refining Void, Master of the Dao Palace, Lin Tianqi, Earth Spring, Skywind, and the Verdant Stream Ancient Progenitor.

Adding to this were numerous Ancient Vessel [powerful, ancient flying ships or fortresses] and thousands of Immortal [beings who have ascended to the first major stage of true immortality], they had, almost imperceptibly, surrounded the Flowing Fire Star Palace so tightly that not even a drop of water could leak through.

Seeing that the great army had fully assembled, Eldrin Chen exchanged a glance with Zixuan the Daoist and the others, then spoke: "Since everyone is here, let us begin the assault."

As Eldrin Chen's words fell, countless Ancient Vessel unleashed their power. A torrent of Divine Ability [profound supernatural techniques] and Deep-Seated Foundation [attacks born from immense, foundational cultivation power] crashed upon the Flowing Fire Star Palace. In that instant, the palace's Mountain Guardian Grand Formation [a grand defensive array formation] trembled violently.

"This formation will not hold for long."

Watching the Mountain Guardian Grand Formation of the Flowing Fire Star Palace shudder intensely, Eldrin Chen felt a slight sense of relief even as he summoned his Heavenly Separated Twin Swords to join the assault.

In the past, when the Celestial Prison Race besieged the Flowing Fire Star Palace, they mobilized dozens of Earth Immortal and even had the Patriarch of the Celestial Prison Clan, a Half-Step Celestial Immortal [a being on the very cusp of ascending to the Celestial Immortal realm], personally lead the attack. Yet, even after more than ten thousand years, they failed to breach its defenses.

However, the force Eldrin Chen had gathered to assault the Flowing Fire Star Palace today was twice as powerful as that of the Celestial Prison Race. The speed and ferocity of their assault felt markedly greater. For more chapters, visit audio–novel.com for the complete novel.