Chapter 1581 : Supreme Treasures and Demonic Lands

According to Eldrin Chen's estimation, by that time, the Myriad Demons Bell would transform into a Three-Rune Primordial Supreme Treasure, and the three demonic swords would become three High Grade Heaven-Opening Treasure. As for the flesh of the Primordial Desolation Dragon, it was divided into five treasures: its flesh, Dragon Bone, Counter-Scale, Dragon Pearl, and dragon horns. Each was a supreme-grade rare treasure, their combined value at least equivalent to three Heaven-Opening Supreme Treasure.

The Primordial Chaos Gold Stone was a Supreme Grade Heaven-Opening Rare Treasure, while the Supreme Grade Gold Vein Blessed Land was the very core of the Heaven-Demon Star System. It was said to have been formed from the spine of an Innate Demon God [a primordial demon deity born from chaos] after its Dao-dissolution.

The reason this Demon Sovereign could refine the Three Heaven-Demon Slaying Swords and the Myriad Demons Bell, and the reason the Primordial Desolation Dragon could break through to the Taiyi Realm, was entirely due to the resources produced by this Supreme Grade Earth Vein [a supreme-grade spiritual energy ley line].

After understanding the value of these treasures, Xuan Yu the Immortal looked at Eldrin Chen and said, "In this battle, Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for a cultivator] slew the Primordial Desolation Dragon and delivered the fatal blow to the Demon Sovereign. You deserve the foremost credit. Please, make your choice first."

Eldrin Chen nodded upon hearing this. He immediately selected the Supreme Grade Gold Vein Blessed Land, then took the Dragon Pearl of the Primordial Desolation Dragon and the Primordial Chaos Gold Stone.

Seeing this, the Vajra Arhat [an enlightened Buddhist monk of great power] could not help but offer a reminder. "This Metal VeinBlessed Land [a land of spiritual abundance] was formed from the spinal marrow of a Heaven-Demon [a celestial-grade demon]. Cultivating here carries the risk of demonic possession."

"Thank you for the warning, Arhat. However, I have my own methods to deal with a mere wisp of Demonic Qi [demonic energy]." Eldrin Chen nodded, his tone calm and assured.

The Vajra Arhat smiled faintly. "My worries were unfounded. Fellow Daoist's Pure Yang Celestial Flame [a divine flame of pure yang energy] can indeed purify Demonic Qi."

What the Vajra Arhat did not know was that Eldrin Chen's true intention was to refine and assimilate this Supreme Grade Abode of Bliss [a supreme-grade paradise realm].

Had he known, he might have spoken out to stop him. Refining a Supreme Grade Abode of Bliss inherently carries a heavy Karmic Burden [the metaphysical weight of cause and effect]. Moreover, this particular Earth Vein [spiritual energy ley line] was saturated with the bone-deep power of a Heaven-Demon, making the attempt to refine it an exceedingly perilous endeavor. Discover more cultivation stories at audio-novel.com.

This was only possible because Eldrin Chen's Primordial Chaos Limitless Rule had reached its Great Completion stage, granting him the ability to neutralize nearly all forms of foreign energy. Otherwise, even a Heavenly Immortal Paragon would not rashly attempt to refine such a Blessed Land [a land imbued with immense spiritual fortune and natural laws].

Seeing Eldrin Chen select several treasures, the others did not hesitate either.

As the one who had proven himself by battling the Demon Sovereign [a title for a supreme ruler among demons], Xuan Yu the Immortal's contribution ranked second among the group. He immediately claimed the Myriad Demons Bell. This treasure was a Grand Unity Demonic Weapon [a weapon forged through the unification of countless demonic powers]. Although its potency would diminish after its Demonic Qi [demonic energy] was completely purified, its foundational materials were Valerius [peerless/exceptional], allowing it to retain the grade of a Three-Rune Primordial Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure inscribed with three primordial runes], making it the most valuable item.

Zixuan the Daoist then took the Three Demons Immortal-Slaughtering Sword Formation. This sword formation possessed extraordinary might, though purging the swords of their Demonic Qi and demonic essence would preserve only a fraction of their original power.

However, three High Grade Heaven-Opening Immortal Sword [immortal swords of the highest grade, capable of 'opening the heavens'], combined with a formation diagram of World-Opening Treasure [a treasure capable of 'opening a world'] grade, should still unleash power comparable to a Two-Rune Heaven-Opening Supreme Treasure.

Adding further rare materials to enhance it could increase the formation's power significantly, though it would likely still fall far short of its original, untainted glory.

Of the remaining five treasures from the Primordial Desolation Dragon, Separated Flame Deity claimed the dragon horns and its physical body, seemingly intending to use them as medicinal ingredients to break through to the Supreme Unity Immortal Physique [an immortal physique representing the supreme state of unity].

The Dragon Bone fell into the hands of the Vajra Arhat [an Arhat embodying indestructible diamond-like resolve]. The remaining items, such as the Counter-Scale [the reverse scale, a dragon's most sensitive and precious scale] and dragon sinews, were exchanged by Yvonne the Violet Consort and Nyssa Qu among others.

With this distribution, everyone obtained one or two precious rare treasures. After dividing the spoils, all were satisfied. Xuan Yu the Immortal and the Vajra Arhat soon took their leave and departed.

Before his departure, Zixuan the Daoist took the Three Demons Immortal-Slaughtering Sword Formation and handed it to Eldrin Chen, saying, "This item, I believe, should be the most fitting treasure for that certain individual within the Chen Clan."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen's gaze flickered with a subtle shift of understanding.

He realized the person Zixuan the Daoist referred to was none other than Kael Chen.

Within the Chen Immortal Clan, Kael Chen cultivated the Dao Fruit [the pinnacle fruit of one's cultivation path] of the Buddhist, Daoist, and Demonic paths simultaneously, granting him the unique ability to unleash the full potential of this set of Demonic Treasure [an enchanted artifact forged with demonic energy].

One could say that in the hands of an ordinary cultivator, this sword formation would merely be a two-patterned Heaven-Opening Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure capable of cleaving the heavens]. Yet, if it fell into Kael Chen's grasp, its power would likely surpass even that of a single Taiyi Immortal Weapon [a primordial-grade immortal weapon].

Contemplating this, Eldrin Chen offered a faint smile. "You wish to exchange it for the Supreme Unity Thunder Abyss Myriad Tribulations Sword?" "Indeed."

Zixuan the Daoist gave a firm nod before continuing, "In another's possession, this item would only be worth a two-patterned Heaven-Opening Supreme Treasure. Trading it for the Supreme Unity Thunder Abyss Myriad Tribulations Sword would already be to my advantage."

"However, I am aware of your urgent need for Immortal Source [the condensed, purest essence of immortal energy]. Allow me to add a sum of Immortal Source to the bargain. What say you?"

As he spoke, Zixuan the Daoist produced a Jade Box and handed it to Eldrin Chen.

Eldrin Chen extended his divine sense [a cultivator's spiritual perception] for a mere instant, discovering within a staggering fifty million units of Immortal Source. A slight, approving nod was his response.

With this wealth of Immortal Source now in hand, he would have sufficient resources to nurture a batch of Supreme Unity Golden Bamboo Shoot [a legendary spiritual ingredient of supreme unity], thereby making preparations for the alchemy of the Primordial Unity Golden Body Pill [a legendary pill that forges a primordial golden physique].

Now, the members of the Chen Immortal Clan are not far from breaking through to the Earth Immortal Nine Layers. It is indeed time to prepare for the breakthrough to the Supreme Unity Immortal Physique. Coincidentally, Eldrin Chen currently possesses two Taiyi-grade Immortal Treasures [artifacts of immense power wielded by high-level immortals]—the Human Sovereign's Sword and the Grand Unity Refined Gold War Halberd—as well as the Gale God-Slaying Gourd and the Heavenly Separated Twin Swords Union. Thus, the Supreme Unity Thunder Abyss Myriad Tribulations Sword is no longer his sole trump card.

Trading it for a Taiyi-grade sword formation, plus those fifty million Immortal Source [crystallized, high-purity spiritual energy used by immortals], seems a fair bargain indeed.

Having reached this conclusion, Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod. "Very well," he said. "Let it be settled thus."

With the Supreme Unity Thunder Abyss Myriad Tribulations Sword exchanged for the Three Demons Immortal-Slaughtering Sword Formation and fifty million Immortal Source, the matter of Demon-Slayer's descent to the mortal realm was concluded.

After seeing off Zixuan the Daoist and Separated Flame Deity, Eldrin Chen turned to Nyssa Qu, Verdant Consort, and the others. "My Primordial Chaos Indestructible Body [a legendary physique of immense resilience and power] has already absorbed and refined three Supreme Grade Abode of Bliss [paradisiacal realms of supreme spiritual quality]—those of Water, Fire, and Earth attributes," he announced.

"To cultivate this physique to its initial Taiyi stage, I must still refine a Metal-attribute and a Wood Attribute Blessed Land [a land imbued with potent natural spiritual energy]. Now that this Metal-attribute Supreme Grade Abode of Bliss lies within my grasp, I cannot possibly abandon it." Access the full story on audio-novel.com (official site).

"I intend to refine this Earth Vein [a concentrated ley line of terrestrial spiritual energy]. I ask that you stand guard for me." Hearing this, everyone present nodded in agreement.

Nyssa Qu's eyes gleamed as she spoke. "Do not worry, Husband. The four of us will guard you. Focus your mind entirely on refining the Earth Vein."

"I am in your debt."

With a firm nod, Eldrin Chen stepped into the heart of the Peerless [a grade denoting supreme, unparalleled quality] Metal-attribute Earth Vein and began the profound process of refining this Peerless Metal-attribute Blessed Land.

Before refining this Blessed Land, Eldrin Chen slowly opened his eyes, sensing the two violet divine halos shimmering behind his head.

For slaying the Demon Sovereign and the Primordial Desolation Dragon this time, Eldrin Chen accrued immense Merit Points, receiving a total of one thousand three hundred strands of Merit's Pure Radiance [a luminous manifestation of accumulated virtue and good karma]. This was more than sufficient to condense a single Merit Violet Light [a protective aura of profound destiny and virtue, visible as a violet halo].

Combined with the over eight hundred strands of Merit's Pure Radiance he had previously accumulated, Eldrin Chen had now condensed two full Merit Violet Light. Perhaps for an Heaven Immortal [an immortal who has ascended to the celestial realm], one or two Merit Violet Light are not considered extraordinary; many beings at the Heaven Immortal Realm possess several such protective auras.

Indeed, some at the Late Heaven Immortal Realm [the advanced stage of the Heaven Immortal realm], or even the Great Perfection Celestial Immortal Realm [the pinnacle stage of the Celestial Immortal realm], are shielded by dozens of Merit Violet Light.

However, within the Earth Immortal [an immortal whose power and domain are still tied to the mortal world] realm, those capable of condensing a Merit Violet Light for protection are as rare as phoenix feathers and unicorn horns.

From what Eldrin Chen knew, across the entire Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea, there were only three Half-Step Celestial Immortal [cultivators on the very threshold of the Celestial Immortal realm] protected by Merit Violet Light.

One of them was the Myriad Spirits Ancient Ancestor, whose might shakes the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain. It is said that Myriad Spirits Ancient Ancestor shelters countless living beings, accruing immense Merit Points for the world, and is protected by three Merit Violet Light.

Now, with two Merit Violet Light shielding him, Eldrin Chen ranked second only to the Myriad Spirits Ancient Ancestor among all Earth Immortal in the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea. This chapter is part of a larger work available at @udio-novel.com.