Chapter 1510 : Seeking the Human Sovereign's Alliance

As for the remaining six cultivators who have attained the Dual Primordial Unity Foundation [a supreme cultivation foundation representing the perfect fusion of Yin and Yang], they lack the backing of a Grotto-Heaven [a self-contained pocket dimension and cultivation paradise]. Although they possess the same Dual Primordial Unity Foundation, their hidden trump cards are likely somewhat weaker; it is uncertain if they possess ultimate weapons like a Primordial Unity Immortal Weapon [a supreme-grade immortal artifact forged at the peak of the Primordial Unity realm].

As long as they do not possess such a formidable trump card as a Primordial Unity Immortal Weapon, we would still have the strength to face them in battle.

Thinking this, Nyssa Qu offered words of comfort: "You need not worry overmuch. Such Imperial Scions and Divine Scions will naturally be dealt with by the likes of the Venus Celestial Maiden and the Primordial Solar Holy Son."

"For us, the most pressing task is to find a way to establish contact with the Human Sovereign [the supreme ruler of humanity] and the Three Emperors [the legendary trio of Heavenly, Earthly, and Human Sovereigns] within the Small Universe [a miniature, self-contained cosmos]."

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen inquired, "Have we already dispatched envoys to make contact with them?"

"Arrangements have been made."

Exquisite Jiang spoke softly, then continued, "We are awaiting their reply. If they respond with goodwill, we shall arrange a face-to-face meeting."

"Good."

Eldrin Chen gave a firm nod. "Time is running short. We must confirm a cooperative alliance with this Universe's Human Sovereign before the Small Universe is opened."

"If no word arrives before the Small Universe is unsealed, we will have missed the optimal window for cooperation."

With those words, Eldrin Chen let out a soft sigh and said no more.

After the others had dispersed, he took Exquisite Jiang aside and spoke. "On this journey, I saw Grandfather."

"Grandfather?"

Exquisite Jiang's heart trembled, and she couldn't help but ask.

Eldrin Chen nodded. "Yes. Unless I am mistaken, it was the reincarnated form of Grandfather Path Ruins Jiang."

"Judging by his current level of cultivation, his memories from his past life must have been fully restored."

"However, the timing was not right, so I did not reveal myself to him."

After listening, Exquisite Jiang pondered for a moment before speaking. "Given Grandfather's unique status now, for him to dare enter the Small Universe, his cultivation has likely already reached the Earth Immortal Great Perfection."

"His coming here to the Small Universe will likely allow us to aid each other."

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod of agreement.

Imperial Sovereign Jiang [the supreme ruler of the Jiang lineage] has already cultivated to the Twelve-Layered Heaven and Earth [a profound cultivation stage representing mastery over the fundamental forces of creation] realm. Furthermore, as the esteemed Void Holy Son [a title signifying a chosen heir of the Void lineage], supported by a top-tier Grotto-Heaven [a self-contained pocket dimension of immense spiritual power], his combat prowess is certainly comparable to a Half-Step Celestial Immortal [a cultivator on the very cusp of ascending to true immortality]. It is even highly likely he possesses a Primordial Unity Immortal Weapon [a legendary weapon forged at the dawn of creation, embodying the principle of primordial unity].

Once we step into the Small Universe [a miniature, self-contained cosmos], he could prove to be a formidable ally.

Contemplating this, Eldrin Chen mused thoughtfully, "Calculated thus, our hidden strength may increase by another measure."

"..."

Not long after Eldrin Chen returned to the Netherworld Small Universe [a miniature cosmos imbued with the essence of the underworld], Ethan Chen, who had ventured to the Yang World [the realm of the living], finally returned.

Seeing his return, Eldrin Chen could not help but ask, "How did the journey fare?"

"We have made contact with the Human Sovereign Palace [the seat of power for the ruler of humankind] within the Solar Realm Small Universe [a miniature cosmos bathed in solar essence]," Ethan Chen replied, his expression grave. He then looked at Eldrin Chen and continued, "The Human Sovereign [the sovereign ruler of humanity] conveyed that, with the Solar Realm Small Universe currently beset by ceaseless natural disasters and man-made calamities, he must preside over the greater situation. Therefore, he wishes to invite us for a discussion."

Upon hearing this, a flicker of contemplation passed through Eldrin Chen's eyes.

After a moment of silent deliberation, Eldrin Chen spoke, "To demonstrate our sincerity, on this occasion, Glazed Divine Lord [a title for a powerful deity associated with glazed artifacts] and I shall go."

Having said this, he looked at Violet Mystery Path Master and said, "I must ask Fellow Daoist Violet Mystery to take command of the grand formation. Should the situation turn dire, you can draw upon the formation's power to activate the Primordial Unity Thunder Abyss Myriad Tribulations Sword and retrieve us."

"Rest assured, leave this place to me."

Upon hearing this, Violet Mystery Path Master gave a slight nod.

With Violet Mystery Path Master's cultivation level and the power of the Primordial Unity Thunder Abyss Myriad Tribulations Sword, the combat prowess he could unleash should be comparable to that of an existence with a Dual Primordial Unity Foundation.

Furthermore, bolstered by the entire Formation of the Netherworld Small Universe, the force he could command might not rival a Celestial Immortal Great Power, but its Slaughter power would likely far exceed the limits of a mere Dual Primordial Unity Foundation.

With such power guarding their retreat and providing a lifeline, they would have a way out even in the most desperate of circumstances.

"Then my mind is at ease."

With Violet Mystery Path Master's assurance, Eldrin Chen felt a measure of calm settle within him.

He left Exquisite Jiang and the others behind to assist in managing the formation. Then, activating the Heaven-Deceiving Secret Art to conceal his aura and appearance, he stealthily infiltrated the Solar Realm Small Universe.

Yet, the moment he stepped into the Solar Realm Small Universe, Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly.

Seeing this, Glazed Divine Lord [a title for a powerful immortal] could not help but sigh softly. "This Small Universe [a self-contained cosmos smaller than a major universe] is on the brink of extinction and decay. Now, the Heavenly Path [the fundamental laws governing the cosmos] has grown considerably weaker. Without unforeseen intervention, it will completely Oblivion [cease to exist, dissolve into nothingness] within one hundred thousand years."

"Indeed."

Eldrin Chen nodded, offering no further words.

As he traversed the boundless void, he observed that within this vast Solar Realm Small Universe [a small universe named for its dominant solar essence], hundreds of great river-like galaxies drifted amidst the endless emptiness.

Yet, the spaces between these great galactic rivers were riddled with Spatial Rift [tears in the fabric of space], and billions upon billions of Stellar [pertaining to stars] bodies floated within the Boundless Starry Sky [the infinite expanse of space filled with stars].

Almost every moment, tens of thousands of stars were exploding. Countless waves of searing flame swept through the Small Universe, the force of Oblivion [annihilation, utter destruction] engulfing vast stretches of the starry expanse.

"Supernova explosions."

Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly. These cataclysmic stellar explosions, exceedingly rare in his previous life and occurring only at a star's final death throes, were now a common sight.

He understood the reason. This Universe [the cosmos, the totality of existence] was on the verge of Oblivion. The fundamental Rule Great Path [the Great Dao that governs natural order] of heaven and earth had fallen into imbalance, triggering this world-ending spectacle.

If this continued, these hundreds of great galactic rivers and their billions upon billions of stars would all steadily Oblivion over the next several tens of thousands of years.

Until one hundred thousand years later, when all stars would be utterly consumed by Oblivion [the state of complete annihilation and nothingness] and the Universe [the totality of all existence] returned to darkness, that would be the moment of the Universe's final, irrevocable shattering.

"A sight of world's end," he murmured.

Eldrin Chen sighed softly within his heart, his gaze turning to the distant starry expanse where a colossal star was erupting.

Beside that star, upon an Ancient Star [a primordial celestial body] spanning tens of thousands of Li-lengths [one Li-length equals five hundred meters], billions upon billions of the Human Race witnessed this spectacle, their faces etched with utter despair.

The annihilating radiance devoured everything, seeming intent on tearing the entire Stellar [a celestial body] into fragments.

"Alas—"

Just as this Ancient Star was about to meet its Oblivion, a sigh resonated through the void.

Then, a hand of such immensity it could veil the heavens descended, grasping the entire Ancient Star and snatching it away at the precipice of doom.

Only when the myriad beings upon the Ancient Star regained their senses did they realize they now resided within the unfamiliar starry skies of a different Universe.

And beneath that Boundless Starry Sky [the infinite celestial dome] stretched a vast, primordial earth of unimaginable breadth.

The one who acted was Eldrin Chen. He gathered all living beings upon the Ancient Star into his Earth Immortal World [his personal inner world cultivated by an Earth Immortal], then cast that world as a Stellar [a celestial body imbued with spiritual essence and life] into the Returning Abyss Great World, where it became the first Stellar within the Returning Abyss Realm's Depths of the Starry Sky [the vast, primordial void between galaxies].

Witnessing this, Glazed Qu sighed softly and said, "You can save one Stellar, but you cannot save everyone."

"Since I have encountered them, I will lend aid where I can,"

Eldrin Chen murmured in a low voice, then continued his journey deeper into the Depths of the Starry Sky.

This Small Universe [a self-contained cosmos, smaller than a major universe] was boundless and vast. As Eldrin Chen traveled towards the Depths of the Starry Sky, he rescued many Human Race Ancient Stars along the way. Unconsciously, he arrived at the edge of a galaxy.

"The Human Sovereign Nebula [a celestial nebula named for and blessed by the legendary Human Sovereign]," he uttered.

Gazing upon the expansive nebula before him, Eldrin Chen slowly let out a breath he hadn't realized he was holding.