Chapter 1729 : A New Legend Begins

Until one day, when the calamitous aura of the Vast Azure Immortal Domain [the vast and ancient realm of immortals] finally dissipated completely, and one by one, the Supreme Grotto-Heavens [the highest-level paradises and sanctuaries for cultivation] began to re-emerge into the mortal world.

And on that very day, within the Hundred Seas of Returning Abyss [a legendary and perilous region of interconnected seas], a banquet of unprecedented scale commenced.

Outside the Returning Abyss Grotto-Heaven [the central paradise of the Returning Abyss alliance], countless Immortals [beings who have transcended mortality through cultivation] of the Returning Abyss Immortal Alliance [a powerful coalition of immortal forces] wore expressions of radiant pride as they prepared for the grand feast.

During this Path Tribulation [a cosmic trial that tests the foundations of a cultivator's path], the Returning Abyss Immortal Alliance had established the Nine Great Grotto-Heavens [nine supreme paradises], giving birth to a staggering twenty-eight Celestial Immortal Great Powers [powerful immortals who have ascended to a high celestial realm]. Such a feat was exceedingly rare even in the annals of the Vast Azure Immortal Domain.

The last time such a glorious spectacle was witnessed was three billion years ago, with the Ancient Primordial Solar Grotto-Heaven [an ancient paradise dedicated to the primordial sun].

Back then, the Ancient Primordial Solar Grotto-Heaven saw over a dozen cultivators ascend to become Immaculate Celestial Immortals [celestial immortals of flawless foundation] at once. They later rallied their entire sect to assault the Great Encompassing Realm [the ultimate realm of cosmic encompassment], a legend that endures to this day within the Vast Azure Immortal Domain.

Yet now, this very legend has been surpassed by the Returning Abyss Immortal Alliance.

The current Returning Abyss Immortal Alliance boasts, within the Chen Immortal Clan [the immortal clan of the Chen family] alone, twelve forbidden Imperial Scion Level Figures [prodigies whose talent rivals that of scions from imperial lineages]. This surpasses even the astonishing achievements of the ancient Ancient Primordial Solar Grotto-Heaven.

For a force of such resplendent glory to hold an ascension ceremony was naturally an event of unprecedented magnificence.

Invitations from the Returning Abyss Immortal Alliance and the Chen Clan had been dispatched to every major Grotto-Heaven across the Vast Azure Immortal Domain, commanding the attention of even those paradises harboring Ancient Immortals [immortals who have lived for countless eons]. Join our community of readers at *audio-novel.com*.

After all, the current Returning Abyss Immortal Alliance [a powerful coalition of immortal cultivators] possesses strength sufficient to rank within the top twenty of the Vast Azure Immortal Domain [a vast realm of immortal cultivation], a force truly not to be underestimated.

On this day, from within the Dragon-Leaping Pool [a mystical pool said to be where dragons ascend] of the Hundred Seas of Returning Abyss [a region of countless seas and abysses], a youthful figure soared into the sky and alighted upon the Ascendant Immortal Platform [a platform for newly ascended immortals].

The moment he ascended, he witnessed countless figures streaming from the distant reaches of the Heavenly Vault [the celestial dome of the heavens] and vanishing back into its fathomless depths.

This endless procession cleaved through the void. He saw some riding immortal chariots that parted the skies, others astride divine birds and mythical beasts, and still others surrounded by vast retinues of Path Soldiers and Divine Generals [elite celestial warriors and commanders].

Yet regardless of their mode of travel, each figure seemed to the youth as awe-inspiring and primordial as the Primordial Era Divine Demon [ancient and monstrous beings from the dawn of creation].

This sight filled the newly ascended youth with dread. A profound intuition told him he was but a mote of dust compared to them.

A mere wisp of their unleashed immortal majesty or divine power would be enough to utterly annihilate him, reducing him to ashes of the tribulation.

"These Immortal [beings who have achieved immortality through cultivation]... their power is immense, indescribable..."

The youth was terrified, his face a mask of utter astonishment.

It was at that moment a voice reached him, saying, "Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for a fellow cultivator], are you startled?"

The youth's heart skipped a beat. He swiftly turned his gaze toward the figure beside him, only to see a blue-robed Immortal [a being who has transcended mortality through cultivation] smiling at him.

The blue-robed Immortal clasped his hands in a respectful salute and said with a laugh, "Ah, I have yet to offer my congratulations on your Ascension and Attainment of the Path [the momentous event of transcending the mortal realm and becoming an immortal], your Ascendant Immortal, Achieving Immortality [a celebratory phrase for attaining immortality]."

Only then did the youth snap out of his daze. After exchanging pleasantries with the blue-robed Immortal, he looked up at the Heavenly Vault [the celestial dome of the sky] where figures streaked past one after another and asked, "So many Immortal... each one's aura feels as profound and unfathomable as an abyss or an ocean."

"Could it be that within the Immortal Domain [the realm of the immortals], all Immortal are this formidable?"

"Hahaha!"

The blue-robed Immortal shook his head, stroking his beard with an amused smile. "Not at all, not at all."

"The weakest among these Immortal are mighty Earth Immortal Patriarch [a venerable immortal whose power is rooted in the earth, commanding great respect] who command awe across entire regions. In any domain, they would be revered as lords of their own Blessed Land Lord [a territory suffused with potent spiritual energy]."

"Yet here, within the Hundred Seas of Returning Abyss [the legendary expanse of one hundred seas where all things are said to ultimately return to nothingness], they are hardly remarkable."

Hearing this, the youth finally let out a sigh of relief.

He exhaled slowly, then inquired, "Could it be that this Hundred Seas of Returning Abyss is some special place within the Immortal Domain?"

"That is indeed the case."

The blue-robed Immortal nodded, his expression turning solemn and respectful as he said, "This Hundred Seas of Returning Abyss is the territory of the Returning Abyss Grotto-Heaven."

"And the Returning Abyss Grotto-Heaven is a supreme Grotto-Heaven [a blessed realm of profound spiritual energy and laws, often the seat of a major cultivation power]. Even within the entire Vast Azure Immortal Domain, it ranks among the most revered and prestigious orthodoxies."

"Currently, the Returning Abyss Grotto-Heaven is hosting a grand ceremony for a Celestial Immortal [an immortal who has ascended to a higher celestial realm]. Since you have ascended at this very moment, it can be considered an auspicious sign."

"Come with me to offer congratulations."

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The youth was named Acerion. He had cultivated for little more than ten thousand years and achieved his Dao through a dual Ascendant Immortal Foundation [a rare and exceptionally stable foundation for immortal cultivation]. Among Immortals, he could be considered a rare genius.

He followed the blue-robed Immortal towards the Returning Abyss Grotto-Heaven, not daring to breathe too loudly the entire way.

It was not that he was timid, but the aura within this Returning Abyss Grotto-Heaven was truly overwhelming. Seated within the banquet Great Hall, he realized that every single Immortal surrounding him possessed an aura a hundred times more powerful than his own.

Even those relegated to the corners, mere peripheral figures, naturally exuded an aura that filled him with trepidation.

He had a profound sense that any one of these Immortal [beings who have transcended mortality and ascended to a higher plane of existence] present could snuff out his life with a mere flick of a finger, utterly crushing him.

"The legendary Earth Immortal Patriarch [a supreme patriarch who has attained the Earth Immortal realm, a pinnacle of cultivation]," he whispered to himself.

Acerion was utterly horrified, his mind reeling with the ancient legends he had heard concerning the Earth Immortal Patriarch.

The Long Peak Realm [a renowned cultivation realm known for its towering spiritual mountains] from which he had ascended was not insignificant; it had produced several dozen Immortal over the ages. It was said that the very first Immortal to ascend from that realm, millions of years ago, had only ever reached the Half-Step Earth Immortal Realm [a quasi-legendary state just shy of becoming a true Earth Immortal].

Yet, even such a being was considered a mythical legend within the Long Peak Realm, hailed as the greatest immortal in all its history.

But here, among the seated Immortal, even the weakest one present was vastly more powerful than that revered Ancient Progenitor [a founding ancestor of immense power] from the Long Peak Realm.

And now, these beings who surpassed the greatest legend of the Long Peak Realm were all seated here with utmost formality and restraint. Each one was exceedingly cautious, not daring to speak above a whisper or cause any disturbance.

"Young friend."

Just as Acerion felt utterly out of place, his hands and feet unsure where to rest, an old Daoist [a master of the profound spiritual path] turned towards him with a gentle smile.

The youth's heart jolted with surprise. He hurriedly rose to his feet, about to speak, when he heard the voice of the Mortal Path [a profound cultivation method focused on enlightenment within the mortal world] master.

"There is no need for alarm."

The old Daoist, lacking the usual reserve of an Immortal, inquired politely, "This old man is Heaven Flame Path Master [a senior cultivator who has mastered the path of heavenly flames]. May I ask how you are addressed, young friend?"

Acerion dared not be negligent. He simply replied, "This humble one's surname is Lin, with the Daoist title Acerion. I pay my respects to you, Senior."

"Not from the Chen Clan? Could you be a disciple or descendant of the Returning Abyss Grotto-Heaven [a renowned immortal sanctuary]?"

Heaven Flame Path Master was inwardly surprised and could not help but ask.

Acerion felt a pang of anxiety but had no choice but to answer, "Not at all, Senior. This junior merely ascended to the immortal realm at an opportune time and was considered an auspicious sign by the Chen Clan. That is the only reason I was granted an exception to be here."

"I see."

Heaven Flame Patriarch [a venerable patriarch who has mastered heavenly flames] felt somewhat disappointed. Seeing this youth, who was merely at the Ascendant Immortal Realm [the foundational realm for newly ascended immortals], attending this banquet, he had assumed his status was Extraordinary and wished to forge a connection.

Having understood his true standing, Heaven Flame Patriarch felt a wave of disappointment. He merely retrieved a single Immortal Artifact [a powerful enchanted object used by immortals] from his sleeve and handed it to the youth.

"Since you are an auspicious sign, consider this a small token."

The youth took it and examined it, discovering to his delight that it was a superior-grade Immortal Gold [a rare and precious metal imbued with immortal energy]. His heart surged with joy, and he immediately bowed deeply in gratitude, not once but thrice.

"..."

Simultaneously, amidst the endless expanse of floating Immortal Isles [mystical islands suspended in the heavens], another majestic immortal palace rose and fell amidst the clouds.

Upon it stood a host of immortals, each one a Celestial Immortal Great Power [a being of immense power who has ascended to the celestial immortal realm]. They possessed an aura of transcendent majesty, one that seemed to reflect the glory of the Myriad Heavens [the countless celestial realms of existence].

Eldrin Chen wore a faint smile, greeting the assembled crowd with calm composure. His gaze then turned towards the depths of the void, where from the very ends of heaven and earth, the divine resonance of the Great Path [the fundamental laws and principles of cultivation and existence] echoed unceasingly.

"The Lord of Divine Abyss Grotto-Heaven [the ruler of a mystical realm known as the Divine Abyss], Abyss Halting Path Master has arrived."

"The Grand Elder of Western Essence Grotto-Heaven, Western Mystery Heavenly God has arrived."

"The Master of Void Grotto-Heaven, the Void Sword Master, and the Lord of Path Ruins Grotto have arrived!"

"The Primordial Solar Grotto-Heaven..."

As the announcements continued to resound, Eldrin Chen gave a slight, approving nod. Join our community of readers at AUDIO-NOVEL.COM.