Chapter 1595 : The First Primordial Unity

Having successfully advanced two Innate Spiritual Root [a supreme-grade spiritual root born from the convergence of heaven and earth's essence] in succession, even with Eldrin Chen's profound mental fortitude, he could not suppress a look of wild joy from spreading across his face.

There were ten portions of the Innate Enlightenment Tea [a legendary tea that grants profound insights and enlightenment]. Eldrin Chen harvested them all and immediately consumed one portion, entering seclusion to contemplate the profound laws of the world.

A single portion was enough to plunge Eldrin Chen into a state of sudden enlightenment. Marvelous ideas and ingenious inspirations surged within his mind like an unending spring.

Swiftly, his comprehension of the Primordial One Limitless Rule [the foundational law of boundless potential and unity] made significant strides. By the time Eldrin Chen emerged from seclusion, his grasp of the Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame Rule [the cosmic law governing the essence of the primordial sun and celestial flames] had already reached the Primordial Unity Realm [the foundational stage of unifying one's cultivation with a fundamental cosmic principle].

"The first Primordial Unity Path Principle [a fundamental principle of cultivation representing a unified cosmic law]," Eldrin Chen murmured softly, a faint gleam of accomplishment shining in his eyes.

To simultaneously cultivate five different Primordial Unity Path Principle and thereby coalesce the legendary 'Primordial One Primordial Unity Path Principle' [the ultimate unified principle encompassing all foundational cosmic laws] was an endeavor of immense difficulty. Yet, Eldrin Chen had completed the crucial first step. From here, he needed only to follow the path diligently, steadily perfecting his understanding.

Having mastered the Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame Path Principle, Eldrin Chen did not immediately return to closed-door cultivation.

Emerging from his Seclusion Chamber [a specially prepared chamber for undisturbed meditation and cultivation], he discovered that Exquisite Jiang, Verdant Consort, and Nyssa Qu had all successfully forged their Primordial Unity Immortal Body [an immortal physique harmonized with a fundamental cosmic law] and broken through to the Half-Step Celestial Immortal Realm [a transitional state just below the realm of a true Celestial Immortal].

A wave of heartfelt joy washed over him. "My congratulations to my three esteemed wives," he said with a warm smile, "on your breakthrough to the Half-Step Celestial Immortal Realm."

Nyssa Qu offered a faint smile and began, "Both Violet Consort and Sister Lila have also taken the Primordial Unity Golden Body Pill [a legendary pill that reforges the body into a perfect vessel for cultivation]. They should be able to break through to the Half-Step Celestial Immortal [a transitional state just below the true Celestial Immortal realm] within ten thousand years."

"That is good news."

Eldrin Chen nodded, a genuine smile gracing his features.

Seeing this, Exquisite Jiang inquired, "Now that the Innate Enlightenment Tea [a legendary tea that grants profound insights into the Dao] has successfully matured, why do you not enter seclusion to contemplate the Path Principle [the fundamental laws and truths that govern a cultivator's chosen Dao]?"

"Comprehending the Path Principle is not a task for a single day. There is no need for haste just yet."

Eldrin Chen shook his head. His Primordial Unity Primordial One Limitless Path Principle [a supreme cultivation art aiming for the unity of all primal forces] required the comprehension of five supreme Primordial Unity Path Principle Power [the core powers derived from the unified Path Principles].

Yet these five Path Principle powers were mutually exclusive, and within the Vast Azure Immortal Domain [a vast and ancient realm of immortals], there were no existing references to guide him. To comprehend them, he would have to deduce and perfect the art through his own efforts.

Furthermore, the more Primordial Unity Path Principle powers he mastered, the exponentially greater the difficulty became in comprehending the next. Therefore, to fully cultivate all five Primordial Unity Path Principle powers, even with the aid of the Innate Enlightenment Tea, would require at least a million years.

Eldrin Chen understood in his heart that he would likely be unable to fully grasp the Primordial Unity Primordial One Limitless Path Principle before the Path Tribulation [a cataclysmic heavenly trial faced by those who walk the supreme Dao].

After a moment of contemplation, he spoke, "Before the Path Tribulation arrives, there are two matters I wish to settle."

"Oh?"

Exquisite Jiang surmised Eldrin Chen's intention and remarked, "You intend to venture into the Forbidden Land [a perilous region filled with ancient dangers and profound mysteries]."

"Indeed."

Eldrin Chen gave a firm nod and elaborated, "The first objective is to journey to the Bottomless Nether Abyss [an unfathomably deep chasm within the underworld] within the Depths of the Netherworld [the profound and shadowy lower realms] to seek Netherworld Turbid Energy [a dense, chaotic spiritual essence from the underworld] for refining the Pill of Polarity Enlightenment [an elixir that grants profound insight into the unity of opposing forces]."

"The second," he continued, "is to traverse the Three Forbidden Lands [three legendary and extremely hazardous realms] to fully master the Supreme Unity Primordial One Indestructibility Physique [a legendary body cultivation art that grants near-absolute resilience]."

Upon hearing this, the others grasped the full scope of Eldrin Chen's plan.

Acquiring Netherworld Turbid Energy from the Bottomless Nether Abyss had always been part of their long-term strategy.

After all, without the aid of the Pill of Polarity Enlightenment, comprehending the Primordial Unity Path Principle [a profound cultivation art centered on the concept of primordial oneness] through sheer talent alone could consume even a top-tier genius who had opened a Ninefold Heaven [a supreme cultivation foundation] for hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of years.

As for journeying to the Three Forbidden Lands to cultivate the Primordial One Indestructibility Body [another name for the Supreme Unity Primordial One Indestructibility Physique], it was a logical and expected step.

For Eldrin Chen to fully succeed in mastering his Supreme Unity Primordial One Indestructibility Physique, even with the assistance of the three Forbidden Land realms corresponding to Wind Ice Thunder [the elemental forces of wind, ice, and thunder], would likely require the passage of at least several tens of thousands of years.

If one waits until the Path Tribulation [a cataclysmic event that tests a cultivator's mastery of their chosen Path] arrives before attempting to cultivate the Supreme Unity Primordial One Indestructibility Physique [a legendary, nigh-unbreakable body refinement art], it will be far too late.

Setting aside whether Eldrin Chen would even have the time to venture into the Three Forbidden Lands [three legendary and perilous realms] by then, even if he entered a Forbidden Land [a dangerous, restricted realm] and succeeded in forging the Supreme Unity Primordial One Indestructibility Physique, it would still be too late.

Within the Path Tribulation, a single session of secluded cultivation can span tens of thousands of years. By the time he emerged, the Returning Abyss Immortal Alliance [a powerful coalition of immortal sects] would likely have been reduced to dust, with the fate of all things long since settled.

Therefore, Eldrin Chen resolved that he must achieve the Supreme Unity Primordial One Indestructibility Physique before the Path Tribulation descends.

Should he succeed, Eldrin Chen would possess combat prowess rivaling that of a Triple Primordial Unity Foundation [a supreme cultivation foundation] through the Supreme Unity Primordial One Indestructibility Physique alone. At that point, even if a Celestial Immortal [an immortal who has ascended to the celestial realm] were to shamelessly intervene, he would have the power to stand his ground.

Only then would Eldrin Chen be qualified to Sovereign [to command or master] his own Destiny [the predetermined course of one's fate and cultivation journey], and perhaps even become a central figure in the coming Path Tribulation.

Understanding this, Nyssa Qu spoke, "The Bottomless Nether Abyss [an abyssal realm of profound darkness and danger] is exceedingly perilous. We are likely to encounter entities of utmost malevolence. If we wish to obtain the Netherworld Turbid Energy [a dense, chaotic energy from the nether realms], we should wait until Violet Consort and Lila have made their breakthroughs."

Verdant Consort also nodded gravely, adding, "Both Energy Abyss Patriarch and Ethan Chen are already in seclusion, striving to break through to the Half-Step Celestial Immortal [a transitional state just below full Celestial Immortality]. Kael is also on his way back. You should wait for them all to achieve their breakthroughs first."

Seeing their reasoning, Eldrin Chen nodded in agreement. "If that is the case, then we shall wait a while longer."

Once his decision was firm, Eldrin Chen immediately returned to his Seclusion Chamber [a specially prepared chamber for undisturbed cultivation].

For this session of secluded cultivation, he did not continue to contemplate the laws of the Dao. Instead, he retrieved a piece of Primordial One Goldstone [a legendary metal of unparalleled hardness and spiritual conductivity].

Next, Eldrin Chen prepared to journey to the Bottomless Nether Abyss [a fathomless chasm leading to the deepest layers of the underworld], and also to the Three Forbidden Lands [three legendary realms of extreme elemental fury], to cultivate his Primordial One Indestructibility Body [the supreme physical cultivation art of unbreakable resilience].

Both the Bottomless Nether Abyss and the Three Forbidden Lands, which brimmed with the three primal forces of Wind Ice Thunder [the fundamental energies of Gale, Frost, and Lightning], were places of immense and terrifying peril. Even a Celestial Immortal Great Power [a mighty immortal who has ascended to the Celestial Immortal realm] stepping into them would face a sliver of risk to their very existence.

Thus, protective measures were of paramount importance. Now that he had the time, Eldrin Chen intended to bolster his defensive capabilities.

Eldrin Chen took out the Bulwark Earth Sovereign Bell [a mighty bell embodying the unyielding essence of the earth]. He fused the Primordial One Goldstone into the Ancient Bell, and after a period of meticulous refinement, elevated this treasure into the realm of a Three-Rune World-Opening Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure of the highest order, capable of supporting the creation of a world].

With this, among Eldrin Chen's Five Lifebound Immortal Treasures [the five core magical treasures bound to his life and cultivation], all except the Positive Water Verdant Lotus Throne [a throne of pure yang energy and verdant lotus essence] had now advanced to the level of World-Opening Supreme Treasure.

Having completed this step, Eldrin Chen departed from this Five Elements Small Universe [a miniature cosmos structured around the balance of the five fundamental elements].

Returning to the Returning Abyss Sea Region [the vast celestial sea under his dominion], Eldrin Chen traversed the Boundless Void [the infinite, starless expanse between realms] and arrived at the distant shore of the endless void, entering the Myriad Spirit Sea Region [a sea region renowned for its concentration of spiritual beings and ancient powers].

Upon reaching the Myriad Spirit Sea Region, he immediately bowed respectfully and announced, "This humble one, Eldrin Chen of the Returning Abyss, seeks an audience with the Myriad Spirit Patriarch [the ancient and venerable patriarch who rules this sea region]."

"Enter."

Soon, two Spirit Race attendants emerged and ushered Eldrin Chen into the Myriad Spirit Blessed Land.

Upon seeing Eldrin Chen, the Myriad Spirit Patriarch smiled faintly and inquired, "Young friend, what matter brings you to seek me out this time?"

Eldrin Chen let out a sigh before speaking. "It is somewhat embarrassing to admit. Previously, I obtained a Universe Polarity Primordial Magnetism Starlight Stone [a legendary stone containing the primordial forces of cosmic polarity and magnetism] and fused it into my Lifebound Magical Treasure [a cultivator's personally bound and nurtured enchanted artifact]. I believed it would be sufficient to support the treasure's advancement to the Primordial Unity Immortal Weapon [the realm of a weapon achieving initial immortal unity]."

"Thus, I gave that piece of Ancient Firmament Gold [a primordial metal of immense hardness and spiritual conductivity] to you, Senior."

"Unexpectedly, that Universe Polarity Primordial Magnetism Starlight Stone had a slight flaw and proved incapable of supporting my Polarity Void Mirror [a mirror artifact that manipulates the forces of polarity and void] in its ascension."

At this point, Eldrin Chen sighed again. "Therefore, my purpose in coming here today is to inquire, Senior, if that piece of Ancient Firmament Gold is still in your possession."

"Such a thing happened?"

The Myriad Spirit Patriarch was momentarily taken aback, his eyes narrowing almost imperceptibly. Within Eldrin's words, he discerned the faint echo of a truly astonishing piece of news.

Those capable of advancing a treasure to the Primordial Unity Immortal Weapon realm were invariably top-tier prodigies and heroes. Typically, this feat was only achieved by those with a Triple Primordial Unity Foundation [a foundation built upon three unified primordial principles] or, in extremely rare cases, a Dual Primordial Unity Foundation [a foundation built upon two unified primordial principles].

The last known individual to accomplish this was the Void Holy Son, who was not only the direct disciple of the Void Patriarch but also the Human Race's foremost prodigy of his generation, having opened the legendary Twelve-Layered Heaven [a foundation of twelve heavenly layers, representing peak potential].

With this thought in mind, he scrutinized Eldrin Chen carefully, his conviction growing that Eldrin Chen was indeed a disciple from an Ancient Sect [a sect with a lineage stretching back to antiquity].

Thus, with a faint smile, he produced a dazzling piece of Ancient Firmament Gold [a legendary metal said to have fallen from the primordial heavens] and said, "Take this."

"My thanks."

Eldrin Chen spoke with genuine delight, though his words only told half the story.

For in truth, his Polarity Void Mirror [a mystical mirror capable of manipulating spatial forces], after being fused with the Universe Polarity Primordial Magnetism Starlight Stone [a cosmic stone embodying the fundamental forces of attraction and repulsion], possessed material quality sufficient to advance to the level of a Primordial Unity Immortal Weapon [a weapon forged at the pinnacle of immortal craftsmanship].

However, material of this grade alone was still insufficient for it to ascend and become a true Innate Treasure [a treasure born of nature's laws, possessing innate divine abilities].

This time, Eldrin Chen aimed to achieve perfection in a single step, directly elevating it into a Spatial Attribute [possessing an affinity for manipulating space] Lifebound Treasure [a treasure cultivated within one's own body, sharing a profound spiritual bond with its master] of the Innate Treasure rank.