Chapter 1112 : A Patriarch's Request and a Sacred Tree

Eldrin Chen's gaze flickered slightly, a trace of hesitation surfacing. "With your cultivation realm, Patriarch, surely you are more than capable of ensuring his safety?"

"Not exactly."

The Myriad Spirit Patriarch shook his head, a bitter smile touching his lips. "In the past, the Six Paths Bamboo was seized by a Netherworld Great Power from the Depths of the Netherworld to refine the Six Paths of Reincarnation Pool."

"Although I possess cultivation at the Half-Step Celestial Immortal Realm, I could only protect his bloodline essence."

"But now, as my Seventh Great Tribulation draws ever nearer, I require prolonged seclusion for cultivation. I fear I will lack the strength to watch over him."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen finally nodded in understanding.

Seeing his assent, the Myriad Spirit Patriarch smiled. "Then I must trouble you with this task."

With those words, the Patriarch summoned forth a small, luxuriant tree. Eldrin Chen focused his gaze and recognized it immediately as the very object of his journey—the Ancient Enlightenment Tea Tree.

The Myriad Spirit Patriarch's offering was indeed extraordinary. This Ancient Enlightenment Tea Tree possessed an exceptional foundation, revealing itself to be a rare specimen of High Grade Immortal Root.

Handing the Ancient Enlightenment Tea Tree to Eldrin Chen, the Myriad Spirit Patriarch spoke again. "This tree has not yet awakened sentience; it cannot compare to the Serene Child. Yet, it remains a rare and ancient treasure." This novel is serialized on (audio-novel.com). Visit for updates.

"This tree matures once every three thousand years, each time producing three thousand Enlightenment Tea Leaves. You may take three leaves each time to brew tea, which can greatly enhance one's comprehension [the ability to grasp profound truths]."

"With frequent consumption, it may even allow one to enter a state of sudden enlightenment [a profound, spontaneous breakthrough in understanding]."

"Moreover, with this tree, even without drinking the Enlightenment Tea, merely cultivating beneath its boughs can increase your speed of Path Principles Comprehension [the understanding of fundamental cosmic laws] by several times."

Speaking to this point, Myriad Spirit Patriarch shook his head again and said, "A pity its usefulness has diminished considerably for an old man like me."

"Many thanks for this precious gift, Senior."

Eldrin Chen accepted the Enlightenment Tea Tree, a look of genuine fondness appearing on his face.

For a being as powerful as Myriad Spirit Patriarch, whose Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator] had already begun to subtly resonate with the Heavenly Path [the fundamental laws of the cosmos], he existed in a state akin to perpetual enlightenment. Thus, the Upper Grade Immortal Rank Enlightenment Tea held little benefit for him.

But for Eldrin Chen, whose cultivation was still at a lower stage, this tea could propel his journey of comprehending the Path Principles [the fundamental truths of cultivation] forward by leaps and bounds.

Thinking this, Eldrin Chen promptly stored away the Enlightenment Tea. This journey had fulfilled his wishes.

Seeing this, Myriad Spirit Patriarch spoke, "Now that the formalities are complete, you may take your leave."

"..."

Due to the unique circumstances surrounding Serene Bamboo's identity and the formidable nature of his enemies—specifically a Netherworld Great Power at the Celestial Immortal Realm—the formal apprenticeship ceremony was conducted privately, witnessed only by the three individuals involved.

After officially accepting Serene Bamboo as his third disciple, Eldrin Chen bid farewell to the Myriad Spirit Patriarch and set his course for Green Chariot Mountain.

Nearly two centuries later, Eldrin Chen returned to the peaks of Green Chariot Mountain, bringing with him two Immortal Root plants.

Upon his return to Green Chariot Mountain, he immediately transplanted Serene Bamboo and the Ancient Enlightenment Tea Tree upon the mountain's summit. Only then did he turn to Exquisite Jiang and inquire, "During my absence, has there been any disturbance within the Crimson Dragon Sea?"

"Some years ago, the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle Emperor emerged from seclusion," Exquisite Jiang stated calmly. "I engaged him and inflicted grievous wounds."

As she spoke, Exquisite Jiang retrieved from her sleeve a treasure wheel that pulsed with a fierce, crimson light.

"The Blazing Fire Heaven-Destroying Wheel," she announced.

Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed, a flicker of surprise crossing his features.

Verdant Consort approached, a trace of wry amusement in her expression. "The Verdant Child proved rather... spirited," she explained. "He slew two pure-blooded Crimson Flame Divine Eagle fledglings. Their deaths naturally drew the ire of their progenitor, the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle Emperor."

"That Crimson Flame Divine Eagle Emperor, with his wounds still unhealed, dared to make a move against Verdant Child. We caught him completely off guard."

As the two recounted the tale, Eldrin Chen finally understood the changes that had transpired in recent years.

Back in the Crimson Sun Earth Immortal Realm, the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle Emperor had been grievously wounded by Eldrin Chen and even lost his Crimson Flame Divine Spear. His injuries had not fully recovered to this day.

Not long ago, after his direct bloodline descendant was slain, the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle Emperor, seeing Eldrin Chen depart, resolved to seek revenge. He never imagined the Chen Clan had grown so formidable.

Currently, the Chen Clan garrison boasted no fewer than five Immortal [beings who have transcended mortality through cultivation]: Exquisite Jiang, Verdant Consort, Blazing Phoenix, Black Tortoise Patriarch, and the Mistress of Drifting Snow Palace.

Among the five, Blazing Phoenix, the Mistress of Drifting Snow Palace, and Black Tortoise Patriarch had only recently attained immortality, yet they still represented a force not to be underestimated. This chapter is part of a larger work available at audio-novel`com.

Both Verdant Consort and Exquisite Jiang had already broken through to the Mid Ascendant Immortal Realm [the middle stage of the Ascendant Immortal cultivation realm]. Exquisite Jiang alone possessed power rivaling the Late Ascendant Immortal Realm [the late stage of the Ascendant Immortal realm]. While Verdant Consort could not match that late-stage power, she was capable of suppressing two opponents at the mid-stage level.

The Crimson Flame Divine Eagle Emperor, believing that aside from Eldrin Chen, no one at Green Chariot Mountain could stand against him, suffered a rude awakening the moment the battle commenced.

In that single clash, not only was his clan's Grand Elder slain, but even his prized magical treasure [an enchanted artifact used by cultivators], the Blazing Flame Heaven-Destroying Wheel, was seized by Exquisite Jiang using her Five-Colored Divine Light [a divine ability manifesting as a five-colored radiant light].

It could be said that after this battle, the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle Clan suffered near-crippling losses. Only two Immortal survived, grievously wounded and clinging to life. For tens of thousands of years to come, they would likely pose little significant threat to Green Chariot Mountain.

"Truly, my lady, your methods are most impressive."

Eldrin Chen took the Blazing Flame Heaven-Destroying Wheel and examined it, a pleased expression blooming on his face. "Years ago, I seized his Crimson Flame Divine Spear. Now, he has lost this Blazing Flame Heaven-Destroying Wheel as well."

"That Crimson Flame Divine Eagle Emperor is now like a tiger with its fangs pulled. He poses little threat to our Chen Clan."

Verdant Consort nodded, a faint smile gracing her lips. "As he is now, even I could likely handle the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle Emperor."

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod of agreement. He handed the Blazing Flame Heaven-Destroying Wheel back to Exquisite Jiang and said with a chuckle, "If we tally it up, we've acquired quite a few treasures from the lineage of the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle over the years."

"The Crimson Firmament Divine Thunder Mirror, the Fire Feather Immortal Robe, the Immortal-Scorching Gold Cauldron, the Crimson Flame Divine Spear, and now this Blazing Flame Sky-Scorching Wheel. One could almost call the Crimson Flame Divine Eagle lineage our personal treasure-delivery service."

"Hehehe."

Verdant Consort let out a light, silvery laugh at his words, but her expression soon turned serious. "Still, we must keep an eye on that wretch in the coming years, lest he grow desperate and lash out."

"A prudent course,"

Eldrin Chen agreed with a nod. "Yet there is no need for undue worry. Now that I have returned, the safety of our children is assured."

After concluding the mundane matters, Eldrin Chen did not delay further.

He plucked three thousand fresh leaves from the Enlightenment Tea Tree and personally delivered them to the secluded cultivation chambers of Violet Consort Yan and Lila.

His arrival stirred them from their deep meditation. Seeing the Enlightenment Tea he brought, they could not help but exclaim with delight, "Is this... Immortal-grade Enlightenment Tea [a legendary tea that greatly enhances one's comprehension of the Dao]?"

"Indeed."

Eldrin Chen nodded with a smile. "With the aid of Immortal-grade Enlightenment Tea, when do you estimate you will be able to comprehend your Path Principles [the fundamental laws and truths that form a cultivator's unique Dao]?"

"At best, five hundred years. At worst, a millennium should suffice,"

Lila replied after a moment of contemplation. Having the Frost Soul Coldlight Sword and her own Frost Soul Immortal Body [a constitution aligned with the profound cold] as references, her years of secluded cultivation had already allowed her to grasp a faint wisp of a Path Principles Embryo [the nascent, unformed seed of one's future Path Principles].

Previously, with the assistance of the Heart of Heaven Jade [a jade that harmonizes the mind with the heavens, aiding profound comprehension], they had been confident of comprehending their Path Principles within ten thousand years.

Now, bolstered by the Enlightenment Tea, Lila was certain she could achieve this breakthrough within a single millennium.

Violet Consort Yan lagged slightly behind. After a thoughtful pause, a glimmer of determination lit her eyes. "If I also had a Heart of Heaven Jade, I could succeed in as little as a thousand years, or at most two thousand."

Eldrin Chen gave a nod and spoke, "Since that is the case, let us first give the Heart of Heaven Jade to Lila for her use. Once she ascends to immortality, it will be your turn."

"Agreed."

Violet Consort Yan nodded in agreement. Her lifespan was currently abundant, and a mere thousand years was a wait she could easily afford. Immerse yourself in the complete world at *audio-novel.com*.