Chapter 1619 : A Destiny Too Great to Bear

Eldrin Chen paused for a moment, then immediately inquired, "Master..."

"Do not speak recklessly."

The Annihilation Daoist's spirit form, with a grave expression, interrupted him. After scrutinizing Eldrin Chen several more times, he said, "I observe your aura of fortune; it is truly of such nobility it defies description, yet it is also burdened by immense karmic ties. I cannot presume to accept the title of Master."

After his expression shifted several more times, the Annihilation Daoist's spirit form could not help but let out a soft sigh.

For a Heaven's Chosen like Eldrin Chen, there is a high likelihood of one day stepping into the realm of a Great Luo Golden Immortal [a supreme immortal who has forged their own unique Great Dao path], and even a possibility of glimpsing the heights of a Dao Ancestor Immortal Sage [a mythical sage who has comprehended and embodies a fundamental principle of the cosmos].

Any being who reaches the Great Luo Realm does so by emulating heaven and earth, comprehending the Great Dao [the fundamental laws and principles underlying all existence], and forging their own unique Great Luo path.

The Great Luo path is one walked by the self; it can never be taught by another.

Even a Dao Ancestor Immortal Sage would not dare claim they could certainly nurture someone into a Great Luo Golden Immortal.

Thus, Annihilation Daoist naturally dared not rashly accept Eldrin Chen as a disciple, lest he bear the immense karmic consequences, potentially plunging his own True Spirit [the indestructible spiritual core of a supreme being] into an eternal silence of irrevocable ruin.

Ever since his True Body [the original, perfected physical form of a supreme cultivator] perished, this wisp of his Divine Soul [the elevated soul essence of a deity or immortal] had slumbered for Immeasurable Kalpa [an incalculable cosmic cycle of time], all for the purpose of finding a successor to his legacy. Original English translation available at (audio-novel.com).

Before his eyes, he had encountered the rare and peerless talent of Eldrin Chen, yet he could not take him as a disciple. He could only sigh, lamenting that their destined connection was insufficient.

After pondering deeply several times, Annihilation Daoist finally spoke: "In the brief span of just over two thousand years, you have comprehended five types of Divine Thunder. Your talent and insight are truly the most exceptional I have witnessed in my entire life."

"In terms of innate talent alone, even Fellow Daoist Qing Cang would likely be far inferior compared to you."

Annihilation Daoist spoke slowly, ultimately offering a bitter smile. "Enough. Since I cannot accept you as my disciple, I shall bestow upon you some rewards instead."

As his words fell, with a flick of his sleeve, he released three beams of wondrous light.

Eldrin Chen looked up and saw that the treasures released by Annihilation Daoist were respectively: an ancient and unadorned Jade Box, a command token, and a scroll of archaic scripture.

He took the treasures and examined them. Inside the Jade Box, he found five strands of Innate Qi [the primordial, uncreated spiritual energy that existed before the cosmos]. The token was a key to access the 'Innate Five Elements Thunder Pool' [a legendary pool of thunder infused with the primordial power of the five elements].

The ancient scripture was titled 'Ten Directions Annihilation Thunder Dao Scripture' [a supreme cultivation manual on the Dao of Annihilating Thunder from all directions]. It was an ancient tome that pointed directly to the Ancient Immortal Realm [a legendary, near-mythical stage of cultivation], holding significant reference value for Eldrin Chen.

"These three treasures—the five strands of Innate Qi—can aid you in cultivating the Five Elements Profound Grade Divine Thunder Divine Ability [a supreme thunder-based divine ability of the profound grade, harmonizing the five elements]."

"As for that Innate Five Elements Thunder Pool, it can assist your Taiyi True Body [a perfected physical body forged through supreme cultivation methods] in reaching its state of flawless completion."

The Annihilation Daoist spoke slowly, then sighed as he gazed upon the scroll of the Dao Scripture [a profound text containing esoteric cultivation methods and cosmic principles]. "My Great Dao [the supreme and ultimate path of cultivation] is exceedingly difficult to cultivate. I fear that relying solely on this legacy may not be enough to find a suitable successor."

"Your talent is Valerius [peerless, unmatched]. One day, you will undoubtedly become a Great Luo Immortal Lord [a supreme immortal sovereign of the highest heavens]. If you are willing, when the time comes and you encounter a suitable candidate, please pass on my Ten Directions Annihilation Thunder Dao Scripture [a supreme scripture of thunder-based annihilation techniques encompassing all directions] to them."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen's expression turned solemn. "Senior's grace in bestowing this treasure, this junior will surely remember it in my heart."

"If one day I can find a suitable candidate, I will definitely pass this legacy on to them."

"Mm. You may go now."

Watching him perform the ritual bow of a half-disciple, the Annihilation Daoist could not help but reveal a faint smile.

He said nothing more. With a mere flick of his sleeve, he sent Eldrin Chen out of the Grand Hall and then returned to his state of deep slumber.

Once outside the Grand Hall, Eldrin Chen took a deep, steadying breath.

The value of an Ancient Immortals's Dao Scripture needed no elaboration. Merely the five strands of Innate Qi [primordial spiritual energy of the highest purity, foundational to supreme cultivation] were treasure enough to stir covetousness in the hearts of mighty beings at the mid to late Heaven Immortal [a celestial immortal realm] stage.

Even a direct lineage disciple of a Great Luo Ancient Sect might not receive such a generous bounty of Innate Qi as a reward.

Although the Great Luo Ancient Sect could obtain more Innate Qi [a primordial, uncreated form of spiritual energy], it could scarcely keep up with the vast scale and immense needs of the ancient sect's operations.

Generally speaking, even those who had stepped into the Forbidden Realm [a legendary cultivation stage beyond the Heavenly Immortal Paragon] might not necessarily receive the reward of a single strand of Innate Qi.

As for the Innate Five Elements Thunder Pool, it was a cultivation treasure land dreamt of by countless Thunder Path Heavenly Immortal Paragon [the pinnacle realm of the Heavenly Immortal stage].

"The Taiyi Primordial Indestructible Physique [the Primordial Indestructible Body of the Great Unity], it should reach completion now."

Eldrin Chen murmured softly, then, utilizing the token in his hand, proceeded towards the Innate Five Elements Thunder Pool.

Soon, he located the Innate Five Elements Thunder Pool. It was an immortal pool brimming with Primordial Thunderwater, its waters shimmering with the hue of Primordial Chaos [the formless, primordial state before creation]. Every strand of its lightning possessed the power to annihilate immortals and demons alike. Continue your cultivation journey at https://audio-novel.com.

Eldrin Chen had a feeling that even a Heavenly Immortal Paragon stepping into it would likely be reduced to ashes of calamity on the spot.

Facing such a terrifying Primordial Thunder Pool, Eldrin Chen stepped into it with utmost solemnity. Instantly, he felt a Thunder Force [a power born of supreme thunder] capable of rending heaven and earth assail him.

Even Eldrin Chen's Primordial Chaos Indestructible Body [a physique forged from and as resilient as Primordial Chaos] developed fine cracks under the assault of this dreadful Primordial Thunderwater.

Fortunately, Eldrin Chen's Primordial Chaos Indestructible Body possessed extremely high resistance to thunder, and the Chaos Miasma [a protective aura of chaotic energy] provided further defense. Thus, there was no immediate danger of being utterly annihilated.

Thus, in the time that followed, Eldrin Chen continuously channeled the Rule of Life to aid his physical body's recovery, while ceaselessly drawing upon the waters of the innate Thunder Pool.

Throughout this process, his flesh seemed to undergo a thousand temperings and a hundred refinements, visibly growing stronger with each passing moment.

More importantly, the Thunder Primordial Source within his Primordial Chaos Indestructible Body also grew increasingly potent.

As time flowed onward, a span of eight Millennium rushed by in the blink of an eye.

Finally, after those eight Millennium, Eldrin Chen sat serenely within the Thunder Pool, his Primordial Chaos Indestructible Body now flawless and unmarred by even a single wound.

"Hmm—"

Suddenly, Eldrin Chen's physical form gave a faint tremor.

He slowly closed his eyes, sensing that the Primordial Source of his Five Divine Spirits intertwined with the power of the Three Wonders within him. The Chaos Miasma [a primordial, formless energy of disorder] accumulated within his flesh had now swelled into a vast, boundless sea.

Compared to when his Primordial Chaos Indestructible Body had been cultivated to the level of the World-Opening True Body, the Chaos Miasma within Eldrin Chen had now increased by no less than a hundredfold.

"Since it is so, then... condense for me!"

With a sudden, sharp exhalation, Eldrin Chen summoned forth his power. In that instant, boundless Chaos Miasma [a formless, corrupting energy of primordial disorder] slowly converged, ultimately coalescing into a mass of liquid Primordial Chaos [the undifferentiated state of existence before the creation of the cosmos] substance.

"Hmmmm—"

A resonant hum echoed as Eldrin Chen slowly opened his eyes, his gaze now imbued with a profound tranquility.

He extended his hand. The Qi [the vital energy that flows through all living things] of the Boundless Chaos gathered, solidifying into a single Chaos Ancient Sword.

"Shiiing—!"

A clear sword cry rang out. With a single, mighty cleave, Eldrin Chen's strike tore through the very Void [the fundamental emptiness between dimensions], leaving a rend in reality that refused to heal.

Had any Heavenly Immortal Paragon [a supreme master who has ascended to the pinnacle of the immortal path] witnessed this, they would have surely drawn a sharp, astonished breath.

Within the Immortal Domain, the ability to rend space itself was the exclusive hallmark of those overlord-level figures who stood at the Heavenly Immortal Paragon level.

For Eldrin Chen to sunder the Void with Chaos Qi [the primordial energy of chaos] meant his offensive power now rivaled that of a true Heavenly Immortal Paragon.

Yet more terrifying was this: the true horror of Eldrin Chen's Primordial Chaos Indestructible Body [a legendary physique forged from and impervious to the energies of primordial chaos] lay not merely in its staggering strength, but in its peerless, nigh-impenetrable defense.

"The Chaos Miasma [a formless, corrupting energy from the primordial void] condensed into a liquid state."

"My Taiyi Primordial Indestructible Physique [a legendary, nigh-unbreakable body forged from the essence of creation] has reached perfection, and I have cultivated a single wisp of Chaos Primordial Energy [the most fundamental and potent form of energy from the dawn of existence]."

Eldrin Chen spoke slowly, a faint smile touching the corners of his eyes.

Compared to Chaos Miasma and Primordial Chaos Aura [a dense, gaseous form of primordial energy], this Chaos Primordial Energy represented a far more refined and potent grade of energy from the Primordial Chaos [the formless, churning state that existed before the cosmos was ordered].

As far as Eldrin Chen knew, within this expanse of Primordial Chaos bounded by the Three Thousand Immortal Domains [a collective term for the myriad realms and continents of the immortal world], the suppression of the grand formation encompassing the Three Thousand Immortal Domains kept the ambient Chaos Qi [the basic, gaseous form of primordial energy] relatively thin, manifesting only in a dispersed, gaseous form. This chapter is part of a larger work available at https://audio-novel.com.