Chapter 1616 : Whispers of the Primordial Trees

"Primordial Ancient Trees [the most ancient and revered trees, said to have existed since the dawn of creation]."

Eldrin Chen murmured softly, a trace of solemn contemplation flickering in his gaze.

He performed a brief divination with his fingers, swiftly uncovering the chain of cause and effect and comprehending the entirety of the matter's origin and conclusion.

The root of all causality, it turned out, lay with the few Primordial Ancient Trees that Eldrin Chen had planted.

The Five Elements Microcosm [a miniature universe governed by the five fundamental elements] drifts within the Primordial Chaos [the formless, primordial state before creation]. In theory, it is a relatively sealed space, shielded from the prying eyes of Heavenly Immortal Paragon [a supreme immortal realm cultivator] from the Immortal Domain.

Yet, in truth, this Boundless Chaos [the infinite, uncharted expanse of primordial chaos] has never been a place of safety.

Within this unformed Primordial Chaos, countless Chaos Ancient Beast [primordial beasts born of chaos] and Chaos Demon God [demonic deities birthed from chaos] are nurtured. There are even Heavenly Immortal Paragon and Great Luo Golden Immortal [a legendary immortal realm cultivator of the highest order] who wander the Primordial Chaos.

While Chaos Demon God are rare and Great Luo Immortal Lord [a title for a supreme immortal lord] are exceedingly scarce, making encounters within the vast sea of Boundless Chaos highly unlikely,

Heavenly Immortal Paragon who roam the Primordial Chaos, along with Chaos Ancient Beast, are comparatively more common.

For both Chaos Ancient Beast and Heavenly Immortal Paragon, a newly formed Minor Universe [a small, self-contained cosmos] represents a significant opportunity. Within it lie Universe Creation Treasures [rare artifacts formed during the birth of a universe], and there may even be traces of Innate Qi [the primordial, innate spiritual energy that predates all creation]. This novel is serialized on https://audio-novel.com. Visit for updates.

Yet this alone was insufficient to attract a great many Heavenly Immortal Paragon [a supreme cultivator who has ascended to the pinnacle of the Heavenly Immortal realm] and Chaos Ancient Beast [ancient, primordial beasts born from the chaos of creation, possessing immense power].

But this Five Elements Microcosm [a miniature, self-contained world governed by the principles of the five fundamental elements] was different. Within the current Five Elements Microcosm resided three Primordial Ancient Trees [trees of unimaginable antiquity, said to have taken root at the dawn of creation, their essence containing profound cosmic truths].

The value of such Primordial Ancient Trees was beyond words. Even a Heavenly Immortal Paragon would be stirred by desire for them, and might even be willing to take great risks to obtain them.

As for the Chaos Ancient Beast, if they could devour the fruit of a Primordial Ancient Trees, or even consume the tree itself, it could very well trigger a metamorphosis in their bloodline and power.

"Three Primordial Ancient Trees have already drawn the covetous gaze of the Chaos Ancient Beast,"

Eldrin Chen murmured slowly, his expression grave as he continued, "Perhaps one day, they may even attract the avarice of a Heavenly Immortal Paragon."

Lyra Jiang also nodded, then sighed. "While planting Primordial Ancient Trees within a Minor Universe [a small, self-contained pocket dimension or world] may not draw the attention of the great powers from the Immortal Domain [the primary realm of the immortals], without the protection of the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain [a specific, powerful immortal realm], trouble will inevitably find its way here in time."

"Indeed."

Eldrin Chen agreed, a deep furrow forming between his brows.

Those whose cultivation had ascended beyond the Heaven Immortal [the realm of a Heavenly Immortal, a powerful celestial being] realm often possessed extraordinarily keen spiritual senses. Particularly those adept at divining the Heavenly Secrets [the hidden workings and fate decreed by Heaven itself] could even deduce the location and time of maturation of an Innate Spiritual Treasure [a treasure born from the primordial chaos of creation, possessing innate, unparalleled power].

Although the Heavenly Secrets [the profound and often inscrutable laws of fate and destiny] within the Primordial Chaos [the formless, primordial state before the creation of the cosmos] are difficult to fathom, if the number of Innate Treasure [a supreme-grade magical artifact born from the primal forces of creation itself] within a Minor Universe [a self-contained, smaller cosmos or world] increases, it will inevitably attract the covetous gazes of others.

Considering this, Eldrin Chen spoke: "The spiritual aura of the Primordial Ancient Trees [trees of immense age and power that originated in the primordial era] is astonishing. Even within the Primordial Chaos, they shine like candles in a dense fog."

"The more candles there are within a Minor Universe, the more brightly it will blaze within the Primordial Chaos, and the more easily it will draw the attention of Chaos Ancient Beast [monstrous beings that dwell and hunt within the primordial chaos]."

"One or two Primordial Ancient Trees might not cause significant trouble, but once their numbers grow, I fear it will inevitably invite great calamity sooner or later."

Eldrin Chen murmured softly, then declared, "It seems we must cultivate with greater urgency and strive to transplant the Innate Spiritual Root [the foundational spiritual essence of a world or being, born of innate forces] into the Earth Immortal World [a higher cultivation realm associated with earthly immortals] as soon as possible."

At the same time, the Heavenly Dao Consciousness [the sentient will or awareness of the Heavenly Dao, the fundamental law of a world] of the Five Elements Microcosm [a miniature cosmos structured around the balance of the five fundamental elements] slowly stirred from its slumber.

Perceiving Eldrin Chen, it conveyed a message heavy with solemnity: "I sense that once the Dao Tribulation [a cataclysmic trial or calamity ordained by the Heavenly Dao, testing one's cultivation and path] erupts, we will likely find it impossible to evade."

"When that time comes, this Cosmos [the ordered universe, the totality of existence] will likely face a Great Tribulation [a world-shaking calamity or epoch-defining trial] of its own."

Eldrin Chen's expression turned profoundly grave. "Set your mind at ease," he said firmly. "Since I gave you my word, I will safeguard the security of this Minor Universe."

Having said that, Eldrin Chen inquired further: "What is the current situation beyond the borders of this Minor Universe?"

"For the moment, it remains secure."

The will of the Minor Universe [a self-contained cosmos smaller than a major universe] spoke slowly, then added in a faint tone, "Of the seven Ninth Rank [the pinnacle rank of demonic beasts, equivalent to peak Heaven Immortal power] Chaos Ancient Beast [primordial beasts born from the primal chaos, possessing immense power], four were slain by your combined efforts."

"The remaining three Ninth Rank Ancient Beast [beasts of immense age and power, often from ancient epochs], along with that innate Chaos Ancient Beast, could not breach the Universe Membrane [the protective boundary separating a universe from the outer chaos], and have now temporarily withdrawn."

"However, if my estimation is correct, the day will come when they rally and return."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen's expression grew solemn.

Lyra Jiang pondered for a moment before speaking. "The most pressing task now is for you to complete your cultivation of the Taiyi Primordial Indestructible Physique [the Primordial Indestructible Physique of the Great Unity, a legendary body-refining art] and achieve a breakthrough into the Heaven Immortal Realm [the realm of Heaven Immortals, a major milestone in the celestial path] as soon as possible." For more chapters, visit audio-novel .c om for the complete novel.

"Once you break through to the Heaven Immortal Realm, safeguarding a Minor Universe that harbors a few Primordial Ancient Trees [trees of unimaginable antiquity, their roots tapping into the primal energies of creation] should not pose a significant challenge."

"Indeed."

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod of agreement, for he understood this truth in his heart.

Thus, without further delay, he bid farewell to Lyra Jiang and the others, returned to the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain [the Vast Azure Immortal Domain, a major realm within the cosmos], and then made his way towards the heart of the Eastern Pole Celestial Domain [the Celestial Domain of the Eastern Pole, a region of profound celestial energy].

The Eastern Boundless Sea is one of the seven seas of the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain. Situated in the Eastern Pole region of the domain, it is an exceedingly fertile and bountiful expanse of ocean.

This time, the Forbidden Land known as the Ten Directions Annihilation Sea that Eldrin Chen was heading for lay within the heart of this Eastern Boundless Sea.

Eldrin Chen traversed the void using the Mirror of Yin, Yang, and Void. Upon arriving at the periphery of the Ten Directions Annihilation Sea, his brow furrowed slightly, a sense of gravity settling upon him.

"Truly a formidable Forbidden Land," he murmured.

Gazing upon the Ten Directions Annihilation Sea before him, Eldrin Chen's expression grew profoundly solemn.

The Ten Directions Annihilation Sea stretched before him—a vast, seemingly endless oceanic realm. Its expanse spanned countless immortal journeys, a hundred times more vast than the entire Eldrin's Hundred Seas, occupying a full tenth of the Eastern Boundless Sea.

Within this sea, boundless Thunder Force [a violent, destructive energy manifesting as lightning and thunder] roiled across heaven and earth. An ancient, undying killing intent, aeons old, saturated the very air. Destructive Thunder Force churned in all directions, and terrifying Thunder Creatures [beasts born of or adapted to the chaotic thunder energies] prowled its depths.

Recalling the origins whispered of this Forbidden Land, Eldrin Chen fell into deep contemplation.

Some said the Ten Directions Annihilation Sea was formed from the remnants of a shattered Innate Spiritual Treasure [a treasure born from the primordial chaos of heaven and earth, possessing immense innate power]. Others claimed it was the final resting place of a fallen Chaos Demon God [a primordial demon deity born from the formless chaos], its unyielding death-throes of malice fusing with the Thunder Primordial Source [the primordial essence and origin of thunder] to ultimately shape this accursed place.

Sensing that very same undying malice permeating the air, Eldrin Chen now felt the latter tale held more than a grain of truth.

"Whatever lies within, this time I shall enter and see for myself."

Eldrin Chen murmured softly, his expression serene as he stepped forward.

The moment he first set foot within the Ten Directions Annihilation Sea, Eldrin Chen felt a cataclysmic surge of Thunder Force [a form of destructive energy manifesting as lightning] converging upon him.

With a placid countenance, Eldrin Chen strode onward, allowing the boundless Thunder Force to hammer against his physical form, his face remaining utterly composed from beginning to end.

By now, Eldrin Chen's physical body was nearly flawless and complete, as indestructible as a piece of pure Supreme Immortal Gold [a legendary, nearly unbreakable divine metal].

The thunderbolts, potent enough to slay an Earth Immortal [a cultivator who has ascended to the Earth Immortal realm] with ease, could no longer harm him, offering only a minor tempering effect.

Thus did Eldrin Chen advance deeper into the heart of the Ten Directions Annihilation Sea, all the while enduring the endless baptism of Thunder Force, which refined and honed the power of his flesh.

He journeyed for an immeasurable span of time before finally stepping into the inner reaches of the Ten Directions Annihilation Sea.

Upon entering this inner region, he discovered the sea was teeming with Thunder Beings [living entities born from boundless killing intent and the essence of primordial thunder]. These beings possessed cultivation bases at least equivalent to that of an Earth Immortal Progenitor [a powerful Earth Immortal cultivator].

Most critically, these Thunder Beings numbered in the hundreds, among them were entities that had reached the Earth Immortal Great Perfection [the pinnacle stage of the Earth Immortal realm]. Find thousands of chapters at audio-novel.com (official site).