Chapter 1758 : Nurturing the Ancient Grove

With those words spoken, there was truly nothing more to say.

After exchanging a few more polite formalities with Chunxu Zi, Eldrin Chen hastily departed the Pure Yang Celestial Domain and made his way back to the Abyssal Grotto-Heaven.

Upon his return to the Abyssal Grotto-Heaven, Eldrin Chen immediately retrieved three hundred and sixty billion Immortal Source [a primordial source of immortal energy], which he converted into three million six hundred thousand drops of Innate Spiritual Water [a water of pure, primordial spiritual essence].

With this vast quantity of Innate Spiritual Water, Eldrin Chen promptly proceeded to advance the Twenty-Four Heavens Ancient Trees.

To mature each ancient tree to the peak of Low Grade Primordial Ancient Tree consumed roughly two thousand drops of Innate Spiritual Water, while advancing it to Ninth Rank Mid-Grade required over three thousand more. In total, each tree needed approximately five thousand drops.

Eldrin Chen advanced all twenty-four ancient trees to Mid-Grade Innate Ancient Tree, a process that consumed a little over one hundred thousand drops of Innate Spiritual Water in total.

Within the clan, apart from Eldrin Chen himself, the other members collectively possessed over two hundred Primordial Ancient Trees.

After a quick calculation, Eldrin Chen directly allocated one million two hundred thousand drops of Innate Spiritual Water to Lyra Jiang, instructing her to distribute them among the clansmen.

He then took out another three hundred thousand drops and had them sent directly to the Ethereal Void Grotto-Heaven for Jiang Daoxu.

As the Ethereal Void Grotto-Heaven Holy Son, Jiang Daoxu enjoyed the full support of an entire top-tier Grotto-Heaven [a blessed realm of concentrated spiritual energy], making his cultivation speed already exceptionally rapid. If he could advance a batch of trees to Mid-Grade Innate Ancient Tree, his cultivation progress would undoubtedly soar with unimaginable speed. Official source: audio-novel`com. Unauthorized reproduction is prohibited.

After such expenditures, Eldrin Chen was left with just over one million drops of Innate Spiritual Water [a primordial spiritual liquid of immense purity and power].

Yet, he paid it no mind. With the Supreme Unity Golden Bamboo [a legendary plant that produces Immortal Crystals] as a new source of wealth, the Chen Immortal Clan would likely never lack for Immortal Source [the foundational energy source for Immortals] again.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen arrived within the Abyssal Universe [his personal inner cosmos, a universe born from the Primordial Chaos].

Upon setting foot in the Abyssal Universe, Eldrin Chen immediately sensed the vast cosmos undergoing continuous transformation.

As the twenty-four Primordial Ancient Trees [cosmic trees that form the pillars of a universe] advanced in rank, each ancient tree took root within the Primordial Chaos [the formless, primordial state before creation], ceaselessly drawing in Chaos Qi [the raw, unformed energy of creation] and converting it into Cosmos Primordial Source [the foundational energy that constitutes and expands a universe].

During this process, the immense Earth Immortal Universe [the universe within an Earth Immortal's dantian] began to expand unceasingly, growing ever more vast.

"Rumble—"

An immeasurable time passed. With a final, thunderous roar, the vast Abyssal Universe swelled to a size of one hundred ninety million light-years.

Eldrin Chen clearly perceived that his own cultivation base had surged by twenty percent, breaking through to the realm of a Second Level Celestial Immortal.

"The Second Level of the Celestial Immortal realm," he murmured, a note of profound satisfaction in his voice.

Eldrin Chen murmured softly, a faint ripple of emotion shimmering in the depths of his gaze.

An ordinary Heavenly Immortal Paragon [the pinnacle realm of celestial immortals] might cultivate diligently for over ten million years without necessarily breaking through a single level. Yet, since his last breakthrough, Eldrin Chen had advanced to the Second Level Celestial Immortal [the second major stage within the Celestial Immortal realm] in a mere eight hundred thousand years—a pace that could only be described as astonishing.

"With the Primordial Ancient Trees [ancient, sentient trees of immense spiritual power] advancing to Mid-Grade, their rate of converting Chaos Qi [the primordial, formless energy that predates creation] has increased severalfold."

"It seems that, at most, I will only need another million years to cultivate to the Third Heaven Celestial Immortal [the third major stage within the Celestial Immortal realm]."

Eldrin Chen whispered inwardly, a surge of quiet joy welling up within his heart.

What he lacked most at present was Innate Qi [the primordial, uncreated spiritual energy that forms the foundation of all things]. Yet, within the Immortal Domain [the realm inhabited by immortals], it was already impossible to find unclaimed Innate Qi. To advance further in the future, he would ultimately have to venture deep into the Primordial Chaos [the boundless, formless expanse that exists before and between ordered realms].

The Primordial Chaos was an exceedingly perilous place. Without cultivation at the Late Heaven Immortal Realm [the later stages of the Heaven Immortal realm], the chance of perishing upon venturing deep into the Chaos exceeded fifty percent. Even Eldrin Chen treated this prospect with extreme caution.

For this reason, Eldrin Chen had long prepared himself. He planned to cultivate to the Third Heaven Celestial Immortal realm and then seek his fortune within the Primordial Chaos.

Returning to the main thread, having broken through to Second Level Celestial Immortal, Eldrin Chen was in excellent spirits.

He first cultivated a batch of Supreme Unity Golden Bamboo [a rare spiritual bamboo prized for its metallic properties and affinity with unity], forging them into thirty-six Taiyi Golden Bamboo Sword [swords forged from Supreme Unity Golden Bamboo]. Afterwards, he summoned his three disciples: Qingfeng, Alistair Lu, and Ysander.

"Greetings, Master."

Ye Qingfeng and the other two stepped into Eldrin Chen's Cultivation Cave [a secluded chamber for meditation and cultivation], their expressions immediately turning solemn as they bowed in gratitude.

Eldrin Chen examined them carefully for a moment, then nodded with satisfaction. "In little more than a hundred thousand years," he said, "the cycle of the Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic era of chaos and conflict ordained by fate] shall begin anew."

"Are you willing to enter the fray and quell the disorder?"

Upon hearing this, the three immediately prostrated themselves. Ye Qingfeng spoke with reverence, "I report to you, Master, that this disciple is willing to sweep through this coming Great Tribulation with nothing but my sword, to restore a clear and peaceful sky to the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain."

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen could not help but nod once more, a faint smile gracing his features. Experience the full epic at audio novel.com.

Without further words, he drew from his sleeve a dazzling ancient sword and tossed it to Ye Qingfeng.

"This is the Pure Yang Celestial Sword [a divine blade of pure solar essence]. It was born from an Innate Pure Yang Ancient Tree [a primordial tree embodying the purest yang energy], making it an Innate Demon-Subduing Supreme Treasure [a supreme artifact, naturally formed to vanquish demons]. Its nature aligns perfectly with your own. I bestow it upon you to subdue demons and vanquish evil."

"My deepest thanks, Master."

Hearing this, Ye Qingfeng could not conceal his delight.

The Pure Yang Celestial Sword bestowed by Eldrin Chen was nurtured within an Innate Pure Yang Ancient Tree [a primordial tree of pure yang essence], possessing immense power and being a rare Demon-Subduing Treasure [a magical artifact specifically potent against demons and evil spirits].

Most crucially, this treasure would ascend in rank alongside the Innate Pure Yang Ancient Tree, making it a growth-type artifact of nearly limitless potential, its value truly inestimable.

After bestowing the treasure upon Qingfeng, Eldrin Chen retrieved a set of Four Symbols Flag Formation [a formation array based on the four celestial symbols] and presented it to his second disciple, Alistair Lu.

These Formation Flags were born from an Innate Four Symbols Ancient Tree [a primordial tree embodying the four symbols], their nature perfectly aligned with Alistair Lu's own attributes, allowing him to unleash their maximum power.

Finally, for Yuanmie, he received a Bodyguard Supreme Treasure [a top-tier protective artifact] named the 'Five Treasures Glazed Armor' [an armor forged from five precious materials and glazed for resilience]. This was a spoil of war Eldrin Chen had claimed during a Dao Tribulation [a heavenly trial faced by cultivators]. As it was only a Low Grade Innate Treasure [the lowest rank of primordial treasures], he bestowed it upon this fourth disciple.

After distributing these treasures, Eldrin Chen waved his sleeve, scattering thirty-six Taiyi Golden Bamboo Sword [swords forged from golden bamboo of the Great Unity].

The sword lights danced through the air, settling before the three disciples, each receiving twelve of the Taiyi Golden Bamboo Sword.

Gazing at the swords, Eldrin Chen spoke, "Although these Taiyi Golden Bamboo Sword are merely the weakest Low-Grade Taiyi Immortal Treasure [the lowest grade of Great Unity immortal treasures], when combined into a sword formation, they possess formidable might."

"Each of you has received twelve. Return and devote yourselves to their refinement. In a critical moment, they may prove to be your lifeline."

Upon hearing this, the faces of the three disciples were alight with ecstatic joy.

The twelve Taiyi Golden Bamboo Sword [enchanted swords forged from a unique spiritual bamboo] forming a sword array could unleash power rivaling that of a Mid-Grade Innate Treasure [a powerful artifact born from nature, not crafted].

Most crucially, such treasures demanded minimal Mana [the spiritual energy used to power techniques and artifacts] consumption. They could be fully activated and wielded to their utmost potential.

Upon this realization, the three disciples prostrated themselves, saying, "We thank our Master for this generous gift to your disciples..."

Seeing their profound gratitude, Eldrin Chen raised them to their feet with a mere flick of his sleeve.

He waved his hand, his expression grave. "The path of immortality is treacherous, and the Great Dao [the supreme and ultimate principle of cultivation and existence] is a solitary journey."

"The Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic heavenly trial faced by cultivators] is fraught with peril beyond measure. Even as your master, my aid to you is limited."

"While these treasures can augment your combat prowess, they remain external aids. Use them sparingly, only when absolutely necessary."

"My hope is that after this Great Tribulation, our Abyssal Immortal Alliance [a powerful coalition of immortal cultivators] will welcome three more Flawless Celestial Immortal [a perfect, foundational stage of celestial immortality] into its ranks."

The three disciples listened solemnly and bowed once more. "Do not worry, Master. We will not fail in our mission."

"Good. Then my heart is at ease."

Eldrin Chen gave a nod, then finally waved his hand, dismissing the three individuals.

Not long after the trio departed, the members of the Chen Immortal Clan emerged from their secluded cultivation one after another.

Having obtained the Innate Spiritual Water, they had used it to elevate their Heaven and Earth Spiritual Root [the innate spiritual foundation of a cultivator]. Each had achieved a breakthrough in their cultivation, with nearly all of them touching the threshold of the Second Level Celestial Immortal [the second major stage of the Celestial Immortal realm] realm. Find this and other novels at site: audio-novel.com.