Chapter 1489 : The Genesis Treasure Gambit

"Mm."

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod, then spoke: "To seize the Universe Genesis Treasure, we must at least withstand the siege of multiple Half-Step Celestial Immortal [cultivators who have nearly ascended to the celestial realm], and hold them off for a period of time."

"The Nether Sea Pearl resonates with the Netherworld Small Universe [a pocket dimension within the underworld], thus it can serve as the most crucial core Formation Eye [the central nexus of a magical array]."

Speaking to this point, Eldrin Chen finally said thoughtfully: "Beyond that, I must also integrate the Polarity Void Mirror, along with the Primordial Unity Thunder Abyss Myriad Tribulations Sword, into the formation, making them each one of this grand array's Formation Eye."

"That is as it should be."

Upon hearing this, everyone nodded slightly. The Polarity Void Mirror was a treasure of spatial and magnetic power, supremely suited for drawing in all manner of rare and precious items.

If driven by the Formation [a structured magical array], its power would increase dozens of times over, perhaps becoming the key to seizing the Universe Genesis Treasure.

And the Primordial Unity Thunder Abyss Myriad Tribulations Sword was a supreme Slaughter [a divine art of pure destruction] treasure; once activated, even a Half-Step Celestial Immortal would tremble with fear.

Placing it within the Netherworld Small Universe as a second Formation Eye would allow this Immortal Sword [a sword forged by or for immortals] to unleash its full might, and Eldrin Chen would not have to worry about insufficient spiritual energy to wield it.

Seeing that no one had any objections, Eldrin Chen spoke: "Deploying such a vast, super-scale Formation is no simple task."

"Therefore, I wish to request your assistance in having the Imperial Lords and Divine Spirits under your command arrange the formation here."

Upon hearing this, Heaven Abyss Path Master nodded slightly and said, "With the aid of three thousand Divine Spirits and our personal involvement, the grand formation can be completed within one hundred thousand years."

"Then I shall trouble you with this task."

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod, then smiled and said, "I will also provide a sum of Immortal Source [a primordial energy source of immense purity used by high-level immortals] as remuneration for your efforts."

"..."

After dealing with the matters of the Netherworld Small Universe, Eldrin Chen did not linger.

He returned to the Returning Abyss Blessed Land, his complexion still bearing a trace of pallor.

Exquisite Jiang saw this and asked with concern, "How are you faring?"

"It is nothing serious, merely a severe depletion of my foundational essence [the core life force and energy that forms the basis of a cultivator's power and longevity]."

Eldrin Chen shook his head. Sensing the foundational energies within his Earth Immortal World [the inner world cultivated by an Earth Immortal], he then spoke, "Forcing the activation of the Primordial Unity Thunder Abyss Myriad Tribulations Sword this time has drained my foundational essence far too severely."

"If refining the Galaxy Star Sand Pill to restore one's foundational essence, it would likely require three hundred thousand years."

"The best method would still be to consume the 'Heaven Earth Profound Yellow' [a primordial essence condensed by a peak Earth Immortal, brimming with pure foundational power] to recover one's foundational essence."

Upon hearing this, the brows of the several individuals present furrowed slightly.

That Heaven Earth Profound Yellow is a foundational substance that can only be condensed by an Earth Immortal Great Perfection [a cultivator at the peak of the Earth Immortal realm], its interior filled with exceptionally pure and refined foundational power.

Given Eldrin Chen's current injuries, refining merely three Heaven Earth Profound Yellow would likely be sufficient for a complete recovery.

Of course, for an existence at the Earth Immortal Great Perfection level, the Heaven Earth Profound Yellow is tied to their own cosmic foundation and potential, and even more crucially, to their chances of breaking through to the Celestial Immortal Realm [the realm of Celestial Immortals].

For an Earth Immortal Great Perfection existence, extracting even a single Heaven Earth Profound Yellow would require at least three million years to re-condense.

Therefore, generally speaking, most cultivators at the Earth Immortal Great Perfection level are not inclined to part with them easily.

Only a very few Earth Immortal Great Perfection cultivators with limited further potential, or ancient Earth Immortal [Earth Immortal realm cultivators] who have lived for tens of millions of years, would take out their Heaven Earth Profound Yellow for sale.

Contemplating this, Exquisite Jiang mused thoughtfully, "The Heaven Earth Profound Yellow rarely appears at the Barter Convention [a grand gathering for the exchange of rare cultivation resources], and even when it does, it is often snapped up immediately."

"If you truly wish to acquire Heaven Earth Profound Yellow [a legendary spiritual material embodying the essence of heaven and earth], it would be better to seek out a cultivator who has reached the Earth Immortal Great Perfection [the pinnacle stage of the Earth Immortal realm]."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen nodded thoughtfully and asked, "Then whom should we seek?"

Verdant Consort's eyes flickered with consideration before she inquired, "Should we go to Violet Mystery Path Master, or perhaps Seven Mystery Path Master?"

"I fear that may not be possible."

Eldrin Chen shook his head. Throughout his cultivation journey to this day, the number of Earth Immortal Great Perfection experts he knew was few. Among them, Violet Mystery Path Master and Seven Mystery Path Master were indeed those with whom he had closer ties.

However, both possessed Celestial Immortal Aptitude [the innate potential to ascend to the Celestial Immortal realm], making it highly unlikely they would part with their Heaven Earth Profound Yellow.

Nyssa Qu, having reached the same conclusion, pondered for a moment before suggesting, "Word recently came from the Glazed Blessed Land [a sacred realm of crystalline beauty and profound spiritual energy] that Glazed Divine Lord has emerged from seclusion. Perhaps we should pay a visit to the Glazed Blessed Land?"

"Agreed."

Eldrin Chen gave a firm nod, a smile touching his lips. "Glazed Divine Lord has walked the path for over twenty million years. Her foundation is immeasurably deep, her reserves vast. Even if she does not possess sufficient Heaven Earth Profound Yellow herself, she should certainly be able to point us toward a clear path forward."

With their course decided, Eldrin Chen immediately departed the Returning Abyss Sea Region [a vast and mysterious oceanic domain]. Taking Nyssa Qu with him, he set his course for the distant Glazed Blessed Land.

They arrived at the Glazed Blessed Land [a realm of cultivation blessed with abundant spiritual energy], and not long after, were received by the Glazed Divine Lord [a title for a powerful cultivator who has attained a high level of enlightenment].

The Glazed Divine Lord awaited them within the Great Hall, her aura far more stable and settled than it had been in years past.

Seeing her energy perfectly harmonized, Eldrin Chen understood that her injuries must have largely healed. A measure of relief settled within him, and he cupped his hands respectfully, saying,

"Congratulations, Divine Lord. With your wounds now fully mended, it seems the mantle of Lord of the Flowing Stream Hundred Seas [a vast and spiritually rich maritime domain] should rightfully fall to you."

The Glazed Divine Lord offered a faint smile. "Our Immortal Clam Clan [a clan of cultivators known for their purity and self-sufficiency] does not rely on external aids. We remain untainted by the Mortal Dust [the mundane world of ordinary human affairs] and its Karma [the spiritual law of cause and effect governing a cultivator's fate]. Most of the resources we require for our cultivation are nurtured by our own hands."

"Thus, we have no interest in the position of Lord of the Flowing Stream Hundred Seas."

As she spoke, her gaze turned to Eldrin Chen. "I see your injuries are severe, and the depletion of your foundational essence must be considerable. Your visit today, I presume, is a plea for aid."

"I cannot hide anything from your discerning eyes, Senior."

Eldrin Chen smiled wryly and quickly bowed again. "Indeed. I have come to humbly request Heaven Earth Profound Yellow [a legendary spiritual material of immense restorative power, said to contain the primordial essence of heaven and earth]."

"Oh?"

Glazed Divine Lord [a title for a powerful immortal lord] furrowed her brow slightly and rose slowly from the soft divan.

She studied Eldrin Chen carefully for a long moment before speaking. "The Heaven Earth Profound Yellow [a primordial spiritual essence of heaven and earth] is formed from the World's Origin [the foundational essence of creation]. The vast majority of Earth Immortal [immortals who have attained a foundational earthly realm] would never sell such a treasure, and I possess none of it myself."

"However, I know of one individual who undoubtedly has such a treasure in their possession."

Hearing this, a flicker of hope stirred within Eldrin Chen. "May I ask, Senior, who is this person you speak of?" he inquired.

"Myriad Spirit Patriarch," replied the Glazed Divine Lord [a title for a powerful immortal lord], uttering only that name.

Having spoken, she retrieved a healing elixir and handed it to Eldrin Chen. "The Myriad Spirit Patriarch is one of the most ancient seniors within the Vast Azure Immortal Domain [a vast realm of immortals]," she continued.

"Even some Celestial Immortal Great Power [powerful beings who have ascended to a celestial immortal realm] cannot compare to his longevity. He undoubtedly holds a significant amount of the Heaven Earth Profound Yellow [a primordial spiritual essence of heaven and earth]."

"You have interacted with him before. He holds you in favorable regard, so he will likely be willing to receive you."

Eldrin Chen accepted the Healing Immortal Pill [a pill with potent restorative properties for immortals]. Recognizing it as an Eighth Rank High-Grade [a high-quality item of the eighth rank] [a pill for solidifying one's cultivation foundation] Immortal Pill [a pill refined for immortals], he expressed his gratitude. "Thank you for your guidance, Divine Lord [a respectful title for a powerful immortal]."

After leaving the Glazed Divine Lord [a title for a powerful immortal lord]'s residence, Eldrin Chen did not return to the Vast Azure Immortal Domain [a vast realm of immortals] immediately. Instead, he found a secluded place to refine the Healing Immortal Pill [a pill with potent restorative properties for immortals] and recover from his injuries.

"Go," he said.

Glazed Divine Lord waved his hand dismissively, offering no further words.

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen also departed from the Glazed Blessed Land and set his course for the Myriad Spirit Sea Region.

Before journeying to the Myriad Spirit Sea Region, Eldrin Chen first returned to the Returning Abyss Sea Region to meet with his third disciple, Serene Bamboo.

Having followed Eldrin Chen for several hundred thousand years, Serene Bamboo had long since ascended from an Acquired Spiritual Root to the level of a World-Opening Spiritual Root, transforming into the legendary Serene Path Bamboo.