Chapter 1553 : Recommended Guardian

After seizing control of the large Immortal Origin Mine, the 7 Mysteries Daoist had been secretly extracting resources for millions of years. Though initially cautious to avoid drawing attention, he had likely mined at least 100 million Immortal Origin stones by now.

This wealth far surpassed that of the vast majority of Quasi-Celestial Immortals.

After realizing this, Eldrin couldn’t help but remark with deep admiration, “Fellow Daoist, with such wealth, you’ve already earned my boundless envy.” The 7 Mysteries Daoist nodded slightly, then shook his head with a bitter smile. “Alas, though immortal resources are precious, they also make 1 a target for covetous eyes.”

"Ever since the news that I possess a large Immortal Origin Vein spread some 3 to 4 100 1000 years ago, I've been targeted by countless individuals." "Now I rely entirely on the Eightfold Heavenly Dragon Formation for protection. To guard against potential assaults, I dare not even venture beyond my blessed sanctuary."

At this point, Daoist Qixuan sighed and said, "Many from the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea have ventured into the minor universe this time. Once they fully digest their gains, I fear some will come for me."

"If I don't make a breakthrough soon, I'm afraid this Immortal Origin Vein will become my path to certain death." Eldrin nodded slightly as he listened to the 7 Mysteries Taoist's earnest explanation.

Given the value of a large Immortal Source Vein, once exposed, 1 would need at least Half-Step Celestial Immortal strength to have any hope of defending it. In truth, even if Patriarch Qixuan had broken through to the Half-Step Celestial Immortal realm, he could only temporarily secure this large Immortal Source Vein.

When the Heavenly Tribulation arrives, due to the existence of this large immortal source vein, the 7 Mystics Daoist would be among the first targets of reckoning. In the Xī Qì Shén Yuān Hǎi (Mystical Realm), there are only a dozen or so large immortal source veins, and the vast majority of Half-Step Heavenly Immortals do not wield such staggering wealth.

At this thought, Eldrin couldn't help but remark, "Fellow Daoist, you overestimate me. Treasures capable of aiding a breakthrough to the Great Unity Realm are exceedingly rare—how could I possibly possess a third 1 in my possession?"

Elder Qixuan nodded upon hearing this. After a moment of contemplation, he spoke, "Since the treasure has been obtained, in 30 1000 years, I shall break through to the Great Unity Realm."

"However, due to this large immortal spirit vein, I fear at least 3 Half-Step Celestial Immortals will obstruct my path when I attempt to break through to the Taiyi Realm. I wish to request your assistance in safeguarding my cultivation breakthrough."

At this point, the 7 Mysteries Elder spoke up, "I offer 30 million Immortal Origins. What do you think?" Hearing this, Eldrin (Person Name) fell into a contemplative silence.

With his current level of strength, he possessed near certainty in safeguarding Patriarch 7 Mysteries through his tribulation.

However, the incident of the Minor Universe had just transpired, and Eldrin dared not reveal his true strength, lest he draw the attention of the various blessed realms. After all, in the past, he had crossed blades with many direct disciples of those sanctums.

Moreover, the current Eldrin was not short on resources, and had no need to risk himself for these 30,000,000 Immortal Origin Stones.

At this thought, Eldrin spoke: "Fellow Daoist, your heavenly tribulation involves intervention from at least 3 Half-Step Celestial Immortals attempting to obstruct your path. Such power is truly formidable."

"I am only at the middle stage of Earth Immortal cultivation, with combat prowess barely reaching the level of a Great Perfection Earth Immortal. Even with a Primordial Chaos Treasure in hand, intervening in a battle of this caliber is far too perilous."

At this point, Eldrin shook his head repeatedly, politely declining the 7 Mysteries Taoist's request.

Seeing this, the 7 Mysteries Daoist couldn't help but show a helpless expression. He smiled bitterly and said, "With my current strength, it's simply impossible to overcome the Tribulation of Hindered Path without sufficiently powerful fellow Daoists to safeguard my journey."

"Could it be that I truly must abandon this immortal spirit vein and flee the mine alone to survive?"

In truth, Eldrin also felt that the risks of guarding this spirit vein were far too great, and the 7 Mystics Elder’s escape was undoubtedly the wisest course of action.

However, seeing that the 7 Mysteries Taoist was still hesitating, Eldrin (Person Name) pondered for a moment and said, "If you truly insist on this path, I can recommend 3 candidates to serve as your guardians."

Who?

Hearing this, the 7 Mysteries Daoist immediately grabbed Eldrin’s hand in pleasant surprise and said, "I beseech you, fellow Daoist, to enlighten me."

Eldrin (Person Name) withdrew his hand without any change in expression and said, "Daoist Zi Xuan of the Violet Sky Sea is my closest confidant. His methods are swift and decisive—a man wholly worthy of trust."

"The Eldrin Goddess Li Yan, though of divine lineage, was a rogue cultivator, and was the foremost expert in the Western Vastsea Divine Abyss a million years ago. Then there is the Glazed Goddess..."

"She is also 1 of the 10 Great Immortal Maidens of the Western Mist Divine Abyss Sea. Surely you must have heard of her."

Upon hearing this, Daoist Qixuan could not help but hesitate slightly.

Securing the protection of 3 Half-Step Celestial Immortals comes at no small price.

Seeing this, Eldrin said, "With 3 people safeguarding the path together, the dangers they face will be lesser. The price should be somewhat lower, but not too low."

"Very well, if you are willing to offer 60,000,000 units of Immortal Origin, I can plead your case."

Upon hearing this, Daoist Qixuan breathed a sigh of relief, though a trace of concern remained in his voice. "The price is acceptable, but these 3 individuals... I'm not entirely..." He left his sentence unfinished, yet Eldrin grasped his meaning—Daoist Qixuan feared unforeseen complications.

Seeing this, Eldrin spoke up, "Among these 3 individuals, both Patriarch Zixuan and Liuli Shenjun have reigned supreme over the Western Qi Divine Abyss Sea for tens of millions of years. Once they pledge to guard your path, they will never betray their word."

"And that Eldrin, she is undoubtedly a future Celestial Immortal in the making. If she coveted the Primordial Vein, she wouldn’t bother with schemes—she’d simply come to disrupt your Dao Ascension outright."

Hearing this, the 7 Mysteries Daoist gave a slight nod.

He understood well enough that the Flame-Severing Deity would likely break through to the Celestial Immortal realm in the future. It wasn’t as though missing this 1 Immortal Origin Vein would hinder further progress—such a figure would hardly stoop to scheming against him over a single large Immortal Origin Vein.

If the Blaze Deity truly wanted the Immortal Origin Vein, it would have been far simpler for it to come and seize the mineral deposit directly.

In contrast, those Half-Step Celestial Immortals who had opened 6 or 7 layers of heavens, with little hope of breaking through to the Celestial Immortal realm themselves, would stop at nothing—even sacrificing their integrity—to scheme for his Immortal Origin Vein in a desperate bid to increase their chances of ascension.

At this thought, Patriarch Qixuan spoke up, "In that case, I shall trouble you to make this trip on my behalf, Fellow Daoist." "I owed you a favor from the past—this is only right."

Eldrin smiled faintly and spoke in a light tone.

With matters having reached this point, Eldrin departed from the 7 Mysteries Blessed Land and subsequently visited the Violet Heaven Dao Palace, where he discussed the matter with Daoist Master Zixuan.

The 3 of them joined forces to safeguard another's path to enlightenment, and upon success, they would equally split 60,000,000 units of Immortal Origin.

Although this sum was no longer significant to the current Elder Zi Xuan, it still represented a substantial income that required neither excessive time nor posed considerable danger.

Thus, Daoist Zixuan agreed to the matter, promising that upon success, he would exchange this Immortal Origin with Eldrin (Person Name) for the Galaxy Star-Sand Elixir. Having settled this affair, Eldrin (Person Name) returned to the Flowing Fire Blessed Land, where he met the Li Flame Deity who was secluded in cultivation there.

He informed the Flame-Severing Deity of the situation, and the Flame-Severing Deity likewise agreed to the matter.