Chapter 1268 : Treasure Allocation

"Very well."

Eldrin nodded, then reached out to take the object.

After distributing the Dao Origin, there remained 9 supreme-grade immortal treasures, each an object of staggering value.

After some discussion among the group, Eldrin was allotted the Heavenly Might Command, the Azurewood Dragon Banner, and the Qianqing Mountain-River Fan.

Ri Ji obtained the Celestial Dragon Shield and the Ancient Ruins Seal, while Xing Ji received the Golden Light Soul-Piercing Thorn. Lyra (Person Name) took the Emerald Wave Lotus Immortal Sword, and Qing Ji acquired the Heavenly Might Command.

The Blue Jade Heaven Soul Sword and the Golden Light God-Piercing Thorn were also formidable in power, yet the few of them no longer had the strength to refine them.

After some discussion, the Blue Jade Soul Sword of Eldrin was temporarily lent to the Void-Refining Immortal, while the Golden Radiance Soul-Piercer was given to the Skyfeather Immortal for ritual refinement.

Both were at the late Ascension stage, barely capable of activating these 2 supreme-grade immortal treasures. Against ordinary Ninth-Level Ascension cultivators, these would already be considered their trump cards.

When the great calamity has passed, if the 2 of them have accumulated sufficient merits, these 2 supreme-grade immortal treasures will be exchanged for them.

After distributing these supreme immortal treasures, Eldrin smiled and said, "Now that we have divided the spoils, let us take this opportunity to rest and consolidate our strength."

"Very well."

Riyue nodded slightly, then spoke, "Yueji has obtained a supreme-grade Dao Source, further enhanced by the Green Lotus Seed. It is time for her to enter seclusion and break through to the Half-Step Earth Immortal realm."

With matters settled thus, the immortals dispersed 1 by 1, retreating into seclusion to digest the gains from this battle. Only Eldrin, Lyra, and Qing Ji (Person Name) remained behind.

Lyra directly retrieved the Dao Origin of the Verdant Azure Dragon, while Qing Ji also took out Patriarch Su Wei's Dao Origin and handed it over.

Seeing this, Eldrin (Person Name) furrowed his brow slightly and said, "Madam, this..."

"Do not decline."

Lyra shook her head and spoke plainly, "Given our current cultivation level, even comprehending this supreme-grade Dao Origin won't allow significant improvement in a short time."

"Better to focus our efforts on helping you master the power of Primordial Chaos and Infinite Rules. Only then can we have greater confidence in transcending the Great Tribulation."

"I understand."

Seeing this, Eldrin (Person Name) no longer declined.

He retrieved 2 Dao Origins into his palm, then handed the golden dragon Dao Origin—also imbued with metallic elemental laws—to Lyra (Person Name) and said, "This shares the same attributes as the White Tiger Ancestor’s Dao Origin. I entrust it to you for refinement."

"Very well."

Lyra nodded and then sent over the Dao Origin left behind by the Golden Dragon Ancestor.

With that, Eldrin said no more. Instead of entering seclusion immediately, he detoured to the mountain’s rear immortal fields and planted the Primordial Maple of Chaotic Ruins within the sacred herb garden.

He then used the Primordial Violet Qi to shatter its shackles before returning to the Abyssal Sanctuary, ready to enter seclusion and refine the Origin of the Dao.

This time, Eldrin intended to refine 3 Dao Origins simultaneously. Once fully refined, he would gain insights into 3 nascent forms of cosmic rules, achieve a breakthrough in his cultivation realm, and undoubtedly witness a monumental surge in his power.

At this thought, Eldrin instructed before his seclusion, "During this retreat, I shall consume the Fortune Dao Gold to refine the Source of the Dao. I will emerge within a 1000 years."

"Unless the Cosmic Star Formation Grand Array(Formation) is on the verge of collapse, or we face an enemy beyond our power to resist, do not disturb me with trivial matters."

"I understand."

Lyra nodded, her expression unusually grave.

She knew full well that upon successfully completing this seclusion, Eldrin's power would at the very least advance to the 7 Calamities Immortal realm. This concerned their ability to safely transcend the great heavenly tribulation, hence she regarded the matter with utmost gravity.

To prevent Eldrin from setting his mind at ease and going into seclusion wholeheartedly, Lyra added, "Now that the demons of the Suwei Sea have been annihilated, the 1000 Dragon Lake is trapped within the Ancient Azure Stream Sect with no means of escape, and the Celestial Demon Sea is also locked in fierce combat."

"With the Cosmic Star Formation Grand Array protecting us, you can cultivate in peace. For the time being, no 1 should pose any threat to us."

"Hmm."

Eldrin gave a slight nod, a faint sense of relief settling in his heart.

Before entering seclusion, he attempted to divine the future through finger calculation. Yet, shrouded by the obscured heavenly secrets, he could perceive nothing but a chaotic haze, unable to discern what destiny held.

"Forget it, I should go into seclusion and cultivate first. As long as I can attain the combat power of a 7 Calamity Immortal, I’ll be able to suppress even an Earth Immortal Patriarch."

"By then, even if a Terrestrial Immortal were to attack, what would I have to fear?"

With this thought in mind, Eldrin immediately sealed the cultivation chamber and retrieved the 3 supreme Dao Origins: the Plain Might Ancestor, the Azurewood Green Dragon, and the Blue Jade Celestial Dragon.

He did not immediately refine the 3 Dao Origins. Instead, he took out that 1 Qian of Fortune Dao Gold and a large quantity of Faith Celestial Silver to refine.

As the Karma Dao Gold and Faith Heaven Silver were refined, in that instant, Eldrin felt boundless fortune envelop him, while endless blessings and wishes empowered his very being.

Empowered by these 2 forces, Eldrin felt his mind grow exceptionally clear, as boundless inspiration surged into his thoughts.

"Now."

Eldrin’s heart surged with delight. Without delay, he retrieved the supreme-grade Dao Origin and began refining its primal essence, contemplating the profound mysteries of the laws contained within.

Just as Eldrin was in secluded cultivation, millions of treasure ships had already gathered beyond the Crimson Sunset Blessed Land, far away in the Crimson Sunset Sea.

Among the millions of treasure ships, each vessel boasted a foundation of at least the fifth rank, with every ship carrying millions of cultivators.

So many treasure ships converged together, resembling a vast expanse of stars spanning the heavens, their imposing aura causing the boundless sea to tremble.

Amidst them, Dao Soldiers soared across the skies, while Immortals stood firm upon the 9 Heavens Above (Time & Distance). Their boundless aura blazed with magnificent radiance, dazzling as a sun without end.

Even an immortal would likely tremble in their heart at such a sight.

At the heart of the Setting Sun Blessed Realm, 2 figures stood side by side—none other than the Setting Sun Patriarch and the Slanting Sun Patriarch.

The Elder of Setting Sun gazed upon the Boundless Treasure Ship and gave a slight nod. "Master, the disciples have fully mobilized the troops and stand ready for battle. We may depart at any moment."

"Hmm."

The Setting Sun Patriarch gave a slight nod, yet did not set off immediately.

Seeing this, Patriarch Setting Sun couldn't help but ask, "Master, why haven't you made your move yet? Could it be that there are still anomalies within the Chasm of Returning to Nothingness (Mystical Realm)?"

"Not so."

Setting Sun Patriarch shook his head and said, "That Eldrin has only been an immortal for 60,000 years. No matter how much he defies the heavens, there are limits."

"Even with the aid of Glazed Paradise, having defeated the Suwei demon horde and the 5 half-step Earth Immortals from 1000 Dragon Lake, he must have suffered devastating losses by now."

"At present, they have won a pyrrhic victory and must still be recuperating. If we give them another few 1000 years to refine those 5 Supreme Grade Dao Origins and fully digest the gains from this battle, we might not be able to defeat them."

"But now they are in seclusion, and I won’t give them the chance to digest it."

The Setting Sun Patriarch spoke unhurriedly, his expression serene as he remarked, "However, that Eldrin of the Returning Abyss shares a close bond with Daoist Sky Breeze. Once we dispatch our forces to the Returning Abyss Sea, that Sky Breeze brat will certainly not stand by idly."

“With the Heaven-Splitting Treasure in his possession, if Patriarch Skywind aids the Abyssal Ascendant at the critical moment, it will undoubtedly bring trouble upon us both.”

"In order to prevent this variable, we must eliminate it in advance."

Chapter 1: The Awakening In the depths of the secluded mountains, a youth sat cross-legged upon a moss-covered boulder. His name was Lin Feng, a disciple of the Azure Cloud Sect who had been stuck at the third level of Qi Condensation for 3 years. "Another failed attempt," he sighed, wiping sweat from his brow. The morning mist coiled around him like silver serpents as the first rays of sunlight pierced through ancient pines. Suddenly, a brilliant flash erupted from the eastern sky. A meteor streaked across the heavens, crashing into the valley below with earth-shaking force. Lin Feng's eyes widened as he felt an inexplicable pull toward the impact site. Scrambling down the rocky path, he discovered a smoldering crater where the meteor had landed. At its center gleamed a peculiar black stone covered in mysterious runes that seemed to pulse with otherworldly energy. As his fingers brushed against the stone's surface, a flood of ancient knowledge surged through his meridians. Visions of celestial battles and forgotten cultivation techniques danced before his eyes - the 9 Revolutions Divine Art, the Heavenly Thunder Palm, secrets lost for millennia. "The legends were true," he whispered, his voice trembling. "The Heavenly Fall Star does contain the inheritance of the ancients." But his wonder was short-lived. From the forest shadows emerged 3 figures clad in crimson robes - disciples of the rival Blood Demon Sect. "Well, well," sneered their leader, a young man with a cruel smile. "What have we here? A little Azure Cloud ant has stumbled upon quite the treasure." Lin Feng's grip tightened around the black stone. "This doesn't concern you, Blood Demon scum." "Fool!" The lead disciple drew his crimson blade. "Do you really think a third-level Qi Condensation runt can stop us? Hand over the celestial stone, and we might let you keep your miserable life." The air crackled with tension as spiritual energy gathered around the Blood Demon disciples. Lin Feng knew he stood no chance against them in direct combat. But with the newly acquired knowledge flowing through him, perhaps... He closed his eyes, accessing the ancient memories. A single phrase echoed in his mind: "The Phoenix must burn to rise again." Taking a deep breath, Lin Feng made his decision. He would rather destroy the stone than let it fall into evil hands. Channeling all his spiritual energy into the meteor fragment, he began the self-destruction sequence described in the ancient texts. The Blood Demon disciples' eyes widened in horror as the black stone started to glow with unbearable brightness. "Madman! You'll kill us all!" The world dissolved into pure, blinding light.