Chapter 1555 : The Fallen Immortal's Legacy

"A fallen Great Encompassing Golden Immortal [a supreme existence at the pinnacle of the immortal cultivation path, wielding power that can reshape the cosmos]."

Eldrin Chen murmured softly, a tremor of awe resonating within his heart.

This was a Great Encompassing Golden Immortal [a supreme existence at the pinnacle of the immortal cultivation path, wielding power that can reshape the cosmos]. Even one newly awakened and far from its peak state, its might was destined to shake the foundations of the Three Thousand Immortal Domains [the collective name for the myriad realms and worlds that constitute the known cosmos].

The Opportunity and Fortune [the profound karmic benefits and cosmic essence released upon the death of a supreme being] generated by the slaying of such an existence would be incalculably vast.

It was certain that countless powers would descend into a frenzy to seize this chance. Across the entire Vast Azure Immortal Domain [one of the major immortal realms within the cosmos], legions of Celestial Immortal Great Power [powerful immortals who have ascended beyond the mortal coil] would be driven to madness.

And not just within the Vast Azure Immortal Domain [one of the major immortal realms within the cosmos]. Even across the Three Thousand Immortal Domains [the collective name for the myriad realms and worlds that constitute the known cosmos], innumerable Ancient Immortal [immortals who have weathered countless ages, possessing profound power and wisdom] would covet this prize.

Contemplating this, Eldrin Chen could not help but sigh. "It seems the Kalpa Tribulation [a cataclysmic cosmic cycle of destruction and rebirth that occurs every immense span of time] ten million years hence will be perilous beyond measure."

"Perhaps a host of Ancient Immortal [immortals who have weathered countless ages, possessing profound power and wisdom] will gather, all vying for this singular treasure."

Glazed Divine Lord [a title for a powerful immortal lord] gave a slight nod. "Yet you need not worry overmuch. Whenever the Hundred Tribulations Rebirth [a legendary phenomenon marking the death and potential rebirth of a supreme being] occurs, the Heavenly Path [the fundamental cosmic laws and principles governing the immortal realms] of the Vast Azure Immortal Domain [one of the major immortal realms within the cosmos] will bar entry to Celestial Immortal [immortals who have ascended beyond the mortal coil] from outside."

"Whether they are Celestial Immortal [immortals who have ascended beyond the mortal coil] or Ancient Immortal [immortals who have weathered countless ages, possessing profound power and wisdom] from other Immortal Domain [a realm governed by immortal laws and beings], none will be able to enter the Vast Azure Immortal Domain [one of the major immortal realms within the cosmos] when the time comes."

"Any being who has already stepped into the Immortal Domain [the higher realm where true Immortals reside] will be expelled; all figures at the Celestial Immortal Realm [the realm of Celestial Immortals] and above will be driven out."

"Therefore, the Opportunity and Fortune [the destined chance for great advancement] tied to the Hundred Tribulations Rebirth [a legendary divine ability involving rebirth through a hundred calamities] is primarily contested by Celestial Immortal [Immortals of the Celestial Realm] who ascended within the native lands of the Vast Azure Immortal Domain. Whether it's the Three Great Heavenly Courts [the three supreme governing bodies of the heavens] or the sects of the Great Encompassing [the Great Encompassing Golden Immortal Realm], they can only lay plans in advance but cannot directly contend for it."

"So that's how it is."

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen grasped the general picture.

According to the words of the Glazed Divine Lord [a title for a powerful deity], neither the Great Encompassing Golden Immortal [the supreme Golden Immortals of the Great Encompassing Realm] from within the Chaos [the primordial, formless void], nor the Three Great Heavenly Courts, can directly seize the Opportunity and Fortune tied to the Hundred Tribulations Rebirth.

They have only two methods: either invest in native Celestial Immortal of the domain, aiding their clan's Immortal [an Immortal being] in striving for the Great Encompassing Opportunity and Fortune.

Or, they must have their sect's most gifted prodigies enter the Vast Azure Immortal Domain ahead of time, break through to the Celestial Immortal Realm within its borders, to thereby gain the right to contend for the Opportunity and Fortune.

An existence like the Heavenly Halberd Demon-Slaying True Lord [a title meaning 'True Lord who wields the Heavenly Halberd to slay demons'] most likely came to the Vast Azure Immortal Domain bearing a special mission.

If Eldrin Chen guessed correctly, the Heavenly Halberd Demon-Slaying True Lord's purpose in coming to the Vast Azure Immortal Domain was to act as a guardian for the Human Race's [the collective human civilization] true prodigies.

Beyond that, it was also to make early investments in those with the potential to contend for the Great Encompassing Opportunity and Fortune.

It is said that when the Western Abyss Dragon King broke through to the Celestial Immortal realm in the past, he also received three Fortune Path Gold funded by the Demon Court. This shows the Demon Race Heavenly Court likely has similar schemes in motion.

Unfortunately, that Western Abyss Dragon King was not particularly outstanding; his foundation was not dazzling enough to garner excessive attention from the Demon Race Heavenly Court. Otherwise, had the Demon Race placed a heavy bet on him, the Western Abyss Dragon King probably would not have had to sacrifice his own Universe.

Without the support of a Celestial Immortal Great Cosmos, the Western Abyss Dragon King could not advance to the Late Celestial Immortal Realm. He was thus destined to be ineligible to contend for the Great Encompassing Opportunity and Fortune. In the future, he would likely be nothing more than a pawn to be discarded at any moment.

Of course, an existence like the Western Abyss Dragon King, who had just broken through to Celestial Immortal, would not attract the Demon Court's attention even if he possessed a Celestial Immortal Great Cosmos.

Only those at the Great Perfection Celestial Immortal Realm or even the Ancient Immortal Realm are the true contenders in this grand struggle for the Great Encompassing Opportunity and Fortune.

All others, even Half-Step Celestial Immortal cultivators who have mastered three types of Primordial Unity Foundation, fall far, far short.

Even if such beings were to break through to the Celestial Immortal Realm, it would be exceedingly difficult for them to cultivate to the Great Perfection Celestial Immortal Realm within ten million years. They could only become supporting players in the coming Great Tribulation.

"So the Demon Court invested in the Western Abyss Dragon King merely to push him into the Celestial Immortal Realm, to serve as a usable pawn at a critical juncture?"

Eldrin Chen spoke calmly, a trace of gravity settling on his features.

The Glazed Divine Lord gave a slight nod and said plainly, "For existences like the Western Abyss Dragon King, the Demon Race Heavenly Court has likely invested in quite a few simultaneously."

"By casting a wide net, if even one seed of a Great Encompassing cultivator with a Triple Primordial Unity Foundation emerges, then all the investment will have been worth it."

"Even if they ultimately fail, this investment in Karma [the cosmic principle of cause and effect] can be used as a bargaining chip to compel the Western Abyss Dragon King to act as their vanguard, aiding the true seeds of the Demon Race [a powerful race of beings often in conflict with cultivators] in their struggle for the Opportunity and Fortune [a rare confluence of destiny and cosmic favor that grants immense power]."

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen largely understood the reason and sighed, saying, "Alas, even a Celestial Immortal Great Power [an immensely powerful immortal being] who commands awe across the Immortal Domain [the vast realm where immortals dwell] is merely a pawn in this game."

"In such a cataclysmic event, how are we to find our footing?"

Glazed Divine Lord gave a slight nod, her gaze serene as she spoke. "With your innate talent, as long as you survive this impending Path Tribulation [a great calamity that tests a cultivator's destiny and path], breaking through to the Celestial Immortal Realm is virtually assured."

"If my predictions are correct, as the Path Tribulation draws near, emissaries from the great sects will likely seek you out. They will offer to aid you in weathering the tribulation in exchange for your assistance in their own endeavors."

At this point, Glazed Divine Lord continued, her voice measured. "Their terms may seem enticing, but I advise against accepting."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly.

He understood her meaning. The Opportunity and Fortune tied to the Great Encompassing [the ultimate realm of cultivation, representing unity with the cosmos] was far too precious. Even the direct heirs of supreme sects, or even the sons of Great Encompassing Golden Immortals [the pinnacle beings within the Great Encompassing realm], could not be certain of obtaining it.

To seize the Opportunity and Fortune associated with the Hundred Tribulations Rebirth [a legendary divine ability born from surviving countless calamities], these factions would spare no expense, recruiting powerful local Celestial Immortal Great Powers to their cause.

Yet, the more alluring the conditions they offer, the more perilous the venture that surely lies behind them.

In the face of such Opportunity and Fortune, even a figure of Celestial Immortal Great Power [a cultivator who has ascended to the Celestial Immortal realm, possessing immense power] would likely be nothing more than cannon fodder without sufficient means to protect themselves.

Once one agrees to the terms of these great sects, when the Kalpa Tribulation [a cataclysmic cosmic cycle of destruction and renewal] finally arrives, they will inevitably be driven to be among the first to plunge into the calamity, and very likely become the first to meet their fate within it.

Understanding this, Eldrin Chen said with a grave expression, "Thank you for the guidance, Senior. I will keep this in mind."

Upon hearing this, Glazed Divine Lord nodded slightly, then smiled and said, "You now hold the esteemed title of Lord of the Hundred Seas of Returning Abyss, a figure whose name commands respect across the Western Essence Divine Abyss Sea. From now on, there is no need to address me as 'Senior'."

"This..."

Eldrin Chen hesitated for a moment before Glazed Divine Lord continued, "You may simply call me Fellow Daoist Glazed."

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen simply clasped his hands in a respectful salute without further comment.

With that matter settled, Eldrin Chen then proceeded to inform Glazed Divine Lord about the news of Seven Mystery Path Master attempting his breakthrough to the Half-Step Celestial Immortal [a transitional state just below the full Celestial Immortal realm] realm.

Twenty million Immortal Source [a highly concentrated and pure form of spiritual energy used by high-level immortals] was no small sum. Glazed Divine Lord did not refuse the request and promptly agreed to assist.

After agreeing, Eldrin Chen did not linger long within the Glazed Blessed Land. He immediately took Glazed Divine Lord and the others to the Seven Mysteries Blessed Land to relay the news to the Seven Mystery Path Master.

Upon seeing that Glazed Divine Lord, the Blazeflame Divine Spirit, and the Violet Mystery Path Master had all come to offer their aid, the Seven Mystery Path Master was overjoyed and warmly received the group.

After the cultivators swore a solemn Heavenly Path Oath, he promptly paid them sixty million units of Immortal Source [a highly concentrated and pure form of spiritual energy used by high-level immortals].

This sum of sixty million units of Immortal Source changed hands once more, as Eldrin Chen exchanged them for Galaxy Star Sand Pill. Consequently, the amount of Immortal Source in Eldrin Chen's possession suddenly exceeded one hundred and twenty million units.

With this vast quantity of Immortal Source secured, Eldrin Chen swiftly returned to the Returning Abyss Blessed Land. He poured the entire one hundred and twenty million units of Immortal Source into the Primordial Energy Vase of Heaven and Earth [a mystical vessel capable of refining and transforming spiritual substances], converting them all into Innate Spiritual Water [a primordial spiritual liquid of immense purity and potency].