Chapter 1672 : The Innate Treasures' Distribution

Witnessing this, Eldrin Chen collected the remaining three Innate Treasure [a primordial treasure born from the essence of heaven and earth, possessing immense power].

Aside from the Chen Immortal Clan, the Merit Points [a metaphysical "currency" representing virtuous deeds and contributions] held by the others were insufficient to exchange for an Innate Treasure.

However, at present, the sixty-seven Dao Source [a condensed source of primordial Dao essence, invaluable for cultivation breakthroughs], along with the vast quantities of Taiyi Rare Treasure [a rare treasure of the Grand Unity, containing profound cosmic principles] and Heaven-Opening Marvel [a marvel born from the act of world-creation, holding immense creative power], were all exceedingly rare treasures. Everyone exchanged for many such items.

After depleting their Merit Points, nearly every Half-Step Celestial Immortal [a cultivator who has ascended to the peak of the Earth Immortal realm and taken the first step towards true immortality] present had acquired one or two additional Grand Unity Immortal Treasure [an immortal-grade treasure embodying the principle of Grand Unity], and each possessed two or three Eighth Rank Supreme Grade Dao Source [a supreme-grade source of Dao essence of the eighth rank, of unparalleled purity].

According to Eldrin Chen's estimation, once the gains from this venture were fully digested, it should result in the emergence of several more cultivators with a Triple Taiyi Foundation [a supremely stable and powerful cultivation foundation formed by harmonizing three Grand Unity principles], and the Immortal Alliance would also see a significant increase in the number of its Earth Immortal [immortals who have attained longevity and power by merging with the essence of the world].

After the distribution of treasures, the Separated Flame Deity could not help but ask, "Regarding the Violet Flame Divine Clan and the Nirvana Dragon Demon Race, should we press our advantage and subdue them in one fell swoop?"

"Let us not be hasty."

Eldrin Chen shook his head and then said, "A meal must be eaten bite by bite. We have just eradicated two major Grotto-Heaven [a blessed, independent pocket dimension of immense spiritual density] that had entered the tribulation with Deep-Seated Foundation [a profound and unshakable cultivation foundation]. If we act too swiftly again, we risk forcing the four major powers to set aside their grievances and unite against us."

"Our current harvest is substantial. Once digested, our strength will surely multiply. To act now would be unduly reckless."

Hearing his words, the others also nodded in agreement. Your portal to cultivation novels: www . audio-novel.com.

Seeing this, Lyra Jiang spoke directly, "Since that is the case, let us first return to the Abyssal Sea Region. We shall discuss everything after our cultivation breakthroughs."

Once their resolve was set, the group altered their course and began their journey back.

Upon arriving at the Abyssal Sea Region, Eldrin Chen instructed the others to enter seclusion for their breakthroughs. He then sought out Yvonne the Violet Consort, Lila, and Verdant Consort.

He presented the Dao Source [the condensed origin of a cultivator's Dao path] of the First Divine Son of Western Qi and the First Holy Son of the Divine Abyss to the two women and asked, "With your foundational strength, after refining these two Dao Source, do you have confidence in breaking through to the Triple Taiyi Foundation [a supreme foundational realm representing the unity of Heaven, Earth, and Man]?"

Yvonne the Violet Consort pondered briefly before stating frankly, "With the Innate Fire Origin Fruit [a primordial fruit containing the essence of fire] and the Innate Taiyi Pill [a supreme elixir for forging the Taiyi Foundation], I already possessed significant confidence in achieving the Triple Taiyi Foundation."

"Now, with this Eight Calamity Dao Source [a Dao Source refined through eight great tribulations], the breakthrough will come as naturally as water flowing downhill."

Lila also revealed a smile and said, "With the support of this treasure and the Innate Taiyi Pill, I have great confidence in a successful breakthrough without needing any other external aids."

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen gave a slight, approving nod.

He said no more on the matter, simply stating, "In the coming days, I will open the alchemical furnace to refine the Innate Taiyi Pill. Whoever is ready to break through first may come to me to receive the Cloud-Patterned Immortal Pill [an immortal-grade pill marked with cloud patterns] and the Enlightenment Meditation Mat [a mat that enhances meditation and enlightenment]."

After instructing the two women and sending them into seclusion, Eldrin Chen turned his gaze to Verdant Consort and asked, "Huai Xu, do you have confidence in your breakthrough?"

Verdant Consort [the title of a powerful female cultivator] gave a slight nod and spoke, "After refining this Dao Source [the primordial source of a fundamental cosmic principle], my Primordial Source [the foundational life force and spiritual essence of a cultivator] will be fully accumulated and perfected. Naturally, there will be no issue of an Deep-Seated Foundation [insufficient or unstable foundational cultivation base] when condensing the Triple Taiyi Foundation [a supreme and exceptionally stable foundational cultivation realm]."

"However, for my Yin-Yang Azure Lotus Dao Fruit [a Dao Fruit representing the union of Yin and Yang, shaped like an azure lotus] to reach its ultimate state of perfection, it would be best to fuse it with an Innate Creation Azure Lotus [a primordial lotus born of creation itself]."

Eldrin Chen nodded in agreement and said, "The very reason I sought you out this time was to prepare for the advancement of the Creation Azure Lotus [a spiritual lotus embodying the power of creation]."

As he spoke, Eldrin Chen led her into the Five Elements Microcosm [a pocket dimension or spiritual space governed by the five elemental forces] and retrieved a strand of Innate Qi [primordial, uncreated energy from the dawn of existence] to use in advancing the Creation Azure Lotus.

With the consumption of the Innate Qi and Innate Spiritual Water [primordial water imbued with spiritual essence], the Creation Azure Lotus swiftly completed its advancement, transforming into an Innate Creation Azure Lotus.

Behold, the Innate Creation Azure Lotus bloomed with an innate, wondrous light, subsequently shedding four Innate Marvels [objects of profound power born from primordial essence]. These were the Lotus Root [the root of a spiritual lotus], the Lotus Leaf [the leaf of a spiritual lotus], the Lotus Platform [a platform or seat formed from a lotus], and the Lotus Seed [the seed of a spiritual lotus]—four Heavy Treasures [magical treasures of immense weight and significance].

The Lotus Seed could aid the Verdant Consort's Green Lotus Immortal Constitution [an immortal-grade physical constitution aligned with the verdant lotus] in its metamorphosis. The Lotus Leaf was a key material for advancing the Azure Dragon Stirring the Sea Sword [a sword named for an azure dragon churning the seas] into an Ancient Innate Sword [a sword of ancient, innate origin]. The Lotus Platform was even more crucial, being the core item needed to advance the Flood Water Azure Lotus Platform [a magical treasure platform of azure lotus and flood waters].

Such Heavy Treasures held immense utility for the Verdant Consort, so Eldrin Chen did not hesitate. He gave the Lotus Platform, the Lotus Root, and the Lotus Leaf to her.

There were nine Lotus Seed in total. Eldrin Chen gave one of them to the Verdant Consort and kept the remaining eight.

The Lotus Seed from this Creation Azure Lotus Platform [the platform of the Creation Azure Lotus] also possessed extraordinary Mysterious Profound [profound and mysterious divine abilities]. It could assist a Half-Step Celestial Immortal [a cultivator on the very cusp of the Celestial Immortal realm] in impacting the Heaven Immortal Realm [the realm of Heaven Immortals]. Unfortunately, its aid in breaking through to the Triple Taiyi Foundation was not significant.

After handling these rare treasures, Eldrin Chen looked at the remaining Innate Qi [the primordial, uncreated energy that forms the basis of all things] in his hand and could not help but shake his head, saying.

"The Innate Qi [the primordial, uncreated energy that forms the basis of all things] is already somewhat insufficient."

Upon hearing this, Verdant Consort slightly furrowed her brow. Ever since they had promoted one Innate Taiyi Fruit [a supreme spiritual fruit born from the Great Unity principle] that year, Eldrin Chen had been left with only three strands of Innate Qi [the primordial, uncreated energy that forms the basis of all things].

Now, having used another strand, the remaining two were only enough to nurture two more Innate Taiyi Fruit [supreme spiritual fruits born from the Great Unity principle]. This was likely insufficient.

Thinking of this, Verdant Consort pondered for a moment and said, "Currently, the clan already has three individuals with a Triple Taiyi Foundation [a foundation built upon three layers of the Great Unity principle]. Once they accumulate their Primordial Source [the foundational life-force and spiritual essence of a cultivator] to perfection and break through to Heaven Immortal [the Immortal Realm of Heaven], we will no longer lack Innate Qi [the primordial, uncreated energy that forms the basis of all things]."

Eldrin Chen shook his head, however, and then spoke, "For those possessing a Triple Taiyi Foundation [a foundation built upon three layers of the Great Unity principle], how arduous is the path to perfecting their Mana [the refined spiritual energy used to power arts and techniques]?" For the best reading experience, visit audio-novel.com.

Verdant Consort also nodded in agreement, understanding the truth in Eldrin Chen's words.

Before reaching Earth Immortal Nine Layers [the ninth layer of the Earth Immortal Realm], the difference in Mana [the refined spiritual energy used to power arts and techniques] between each layer was merely twenty to thirty percent. Only when advancing a minor realm did the gap reach fifty percent.

Yet, after attaining Earth Immortal Nine Layers [the ninth layer of the Earth Immortal Realm], with the cultivation of each additional Primordial Foundation [a foundational pillar of primordial energy within a cultivator's dantian], one's Mana [the refined spiritual energy used to power arts and techniques] would surge by more than double.

The Deep-Seated Foundation [the profound and unshakable spiritual foundation of a cultivator] of a Triple Taiyi Foundation [a foundation built upon three layers of the Great Unity principle] was incomparably vast and solid. Theoretically, its Mana [the refined spiritual energy used to power arts and techniques] was more than ten times that of a cultivator at the peak of Earth Immortal Nine Layers [the ninth layer of the Earth Immortal Realm].

Therefore, the disparity in Mana [the spiritual energy cultivated and wielded by practitioners] between the Dual Taiyi Foundation [a foundational cultivation stage of dual Taiyi] and the Triple Taiyi Foundation [a foundational cultivation stage of triple Taiyi] is vastly greater than that between the First Layer Earth Immortal [the initial stage of the Earth Immortal realm] and the Earth Immortal Nine Layers [the ninth and pinnacle layer of the Earth Immortal realm].

For an existence at the Triple Taiyi Foundation, to fully accumulate their Primordial Source [the fundamental, innate spiritual essence of a cultivator] and Mana to perfection would typically require tens of millions of years.

Even with the aid of a great quantity of Galaxy Star-Sand Pill [a high-grade elixir refined from cosmic star-sand], this duration could only be shortened to within a million years.

To reach a state of absolute perfection in a short span of time would require the assistance of a massive amount of Supreme Grade Dao Source [the purest essence of the Dao, a supreme-grade cultivation resource].

Yet, to use such vast quantities of Supreme Grade Dao Source merely to increase one's cultivation base would be a grievous waste of a celestial treasure, an act of profound extravagance and poor judgment.

After much contemplation, Eldrin Chen gazed upon the Ninth Rank Immortal Peach Tree [a mythical peach tree of the ninth rank, bearing fruit of immortality] within his Earth Immortal World [a minor world cultivated and governed by an Earth Immortal], a thoughtful silence descending upon him.

"I wonder," he mused inwardly, "if this ancient Flat Peach [the legendary flat peach of immortality] tree, upon advancing to become one of the Primordial Ancient Trees [trees of mythic origin from the dawn of creation], might possess the wondrous property of rapidly accelerating cultivation?"

Eldrin Chen pondered for a moment longer but ultimately set aside the notion of promoting the Flat Peach tree for the time being.

It was not that he was unwilling to elevate this treasure, but because breaking through to Heaven Immortal [the celestial immortal realm, a higher plane of existence] involved far more than just the accumulation of Mana.

Once an Earth Immortal World ascends to become a Celestial Immortal Universe [a minor universe within a Celestial Immortal's domain], it grants another opportunity for World Creation [the act of creating or shaping a new world, a profound Daoist art].

For a Flawless Celestial Immortal [a Heavenly Immortal who has achieved a perfect, flawless foundation] possessing the Triple Taiyi Foundation [a supreme, threefold foundational state], the number of Heavenly Layers [distinct, stratified realms within one's internal cosmos] they can ultimately manifest upon advancing to the Minor Universe [the initial, self-contained cosmos formed within a cultivator] directly determines how many strands of Innate Qi [the primordial, inborn vital energy that forms the basis of creation] they can condense.

Furthermore, when a Heavenly Immortal Paragon [a supreme master among Heavenly Immortals] breaks through to the Mid Celestial Immortal Realm and the Late Celestial Immortal Realm, they also have the opportunity to open one or two additional Heavenly Layers.

According to Eldrin Chen's knowledge, within the Celestial Immortal realm, the vast majority of flawless Heavenly Immortal Paragons can open one additional Heavenly Layer, thereby forging a Cosmos with Ten-Layered Heaven [a cosmos comprising ten distinct heavenly strata].

Consequently, most Flawless Celestial Immortals can obtain around ten strands of Innate Qi.

In this context, each additional Heavenly Layer opened represents not merely a gap in personal power, but the crucial difference of one entire strand of Innate Qi. This chapter is part of a larger work available at audio-novel.com (official site).