Chapter 1834 : The Path of the Limit-Breaking Physique

However, this breakthrough did not significantly enhance Eldrin Chen's combat prowess, as it was merely the advancement of the Verdant Wood Constitution within the Innate Primordial Indestructible Physique [a supreme foundational body cultivation method], not the complete breakthrough of the physique itself.

To achieve the full breakthrough of the Innate Primordial Indestructible Physique, he still needed to replenish the other four types of Primordial Source [the fundamental energies of Metal, Water, Fire, and Earth] before reaching the initial completion stage of the Half-Step Great Luo Physique [a physique approaching the legendary Great Luo realm].

According to Eldrin Chen's estimation, once that step was achieved, his Innate Primordial Indestructible Physique would shatter its limits, transforming into an Eleventh Limit Realm Limit-Breaking Constitution [a physique that transcends the conventional nine limits].

Within the boundless Three Thousand Immortal Domains, constitutions are categorized by limits. The Ninth Limit corresponds to the Half-Step Great Luo Physique, the Tenth Limit to the Supreme Constitution of All Heavens [a physique supreme across all realms], and the Eleventh Limit is also known as the Limit-Breaking Physique. As for the Twelfth Limit Physique, which suppresses all other paths with its singular Dao, it is called the Primordial Chaos Limitless Body [a body of boundless primordial chaos].

The Twelve-Limit Physique is but a Myth [a legendary, near-impossible achievement]; across the entire Three Thousand Immortal Domains, not one might appear in a hundred Calamity Tribulation cycles [cosmic cycles of catastrophe]. An Eleventh Limit physique alone is sufficient to be deemed worthy of the potential of a Primordial Chaos Imperial Lord [a sovereign ruler of primordial chaos].

Although this breakthrough increased Eldrin Chen's combat power by merely half a tenth, it shattered the bottleneck limiting his Innate Primordial Indestructible Physique. This gain alone outweighed all else.

"The first step is always the hardest. Now that it is taken, I need only follow the prescribed path to replenish the other four types of Primordial Source, and the Innate Primordial Indestructible Physique will naturally reach completion," murmured Eldrin Chen.

As he spoke, his gaze fell upon the Chaos Azure Dragon Nest [a nest born from primordial chaos, associated with the Azure Dragon], and he sank into deep contemplation.

Now that his Innate Primordial Indestructible Physique had broken through to become a Half-Step Great Luo Physique, Eldrin Chen was capable of continuing to refine and absorb this Chaos Azure Dragon Nest.

If he could completely refine this Chaos Azure Dragon Nest and its Primordial Source, the Sylvan Primordial Source [the Wood-element fundamental energy] within Eldrin Chen's body would surge dramatically, potentially allowing him to directly breach the Tenth Limit realm. Read, share, and discuss at http://www . audio-novel.com.

However, doing so would cause the Sylvan Primordial Source [the foundational spiritual essence of a being] of the Innate Primordial Indestructible Physique [a legendary body constitution of immense resilience] to become excessively potent, thereby further destabilizing the balance of its Five Elements Primordial Source [the foundational spiritual essence embodying the five elemental forces].

When that time comes, not even the Ten-Limit Dharmic Power [a profound cultivation stage representing the pinnacle of power within ten defined limits] would be manageable, and it might even lose its ability to sustain the conversion of Chaos Miasma [the corruptive and disordered energy of primordial chaos].

Even though the Primordial Chaos Limitless Dao Principle [a supreme Dao principle governing boundless primordial chaos] and the Ten-Limit Dharmic Power could still convert Chaos Qi [the raw, unformed energy of chaos], it would never be as convenient as direct conversion through the Physical Body [a cultivation art focused on refining the physical form].

Consequently, Eldrin Chen's combat prowess might not see significant improvement; instead, his effectiveness within the Primordial Chaos [the formless, primordial state of existence before creation] could actually diminish.

"It seems this Chaos Azure Dragon Nest Primordial Source cannot be refined now," he mused. "I must wait until the Five Elements Primordial Source is fully replenished before returning to refine this Sylvan Primordial Source to enhance my Deep-Seated Foundation [the profound and unshakable foundation of a cultivator's power]."

Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly, a slight frown creasing his brow.

The Primordial Source within this Chaos Azure Dragon Nest was immensely potent. His future cultivation of the Innate Primordial Indestructible Physique would also require this very Sylvan Primordial Source. To leave such a treasure behind would be a profound waste.

Yet, he could not take it with him, and abandoning it felt equally regrettable. A wave of reluctance washed over Eldrin Chen.

After pondering deeply, a thought struck Eldrin Chen, and a glimmer of light shone in his eyes. "There is a way," he declared.

With those words, Eldrin Chen once again channeled his surging Mana [the spiritual energy cultivated and wielded by practitioners], beginning the arduous process of refining the vast, heaven-challenging Primordial Source of the Chaos Azure Dragon Nest.

However, this time, he refined this Chaos Nest Origin not to enhance his Innate Primordial Indestructible Physique, but for a different purpose…

"BOOM—"

At that very moment, a violent, thunderous roar erupted.

Within Eldrin Chen's body, an intangible Divine Treasury [a profound internal reservoir of power] was blasted open. That Divine Treasury resembled a dazzling volcanic eruption, spewing forth radiant immortal light that illuminated the world.

Yet, in that instant, the Primordial Source [the foundational, primordial energy of creation] from the Chaos Azure Dragon Nest surged in like a torrent. An overwhelming, sky-rending surge of Primordial Essence Power [the concentrated power of primordial essence] poured down like a celestial Ronan river in reverse, flooding entirely into the newly opened Divine Treasury.

It turned out that this time, Eldrin Chen was utilizing the immense Primordial Essence Power of the Chaos Azure Dragon Nest to force open the Origin Divine Treasury, one of the Nine Great Divine Treasures [nine supreme internal treasures] belonging to the Self-Sacrifice Path.

The Origin Divine Treasury is the repository for Primordial Source, a crucial keystone in the cultivation of the Self-Sacrifice Path. Within it lies a Heavenly Layers [a layered, internal celestial space], making it the perfect vessel to contain the Primordial Source of the Chaos Azure Dragon Nest.

Most crucially, in the future, should the Five Elements Primordial Source [primordial essence of the five elements] required for his Innate Primordial Indestructible Physique become insufficient, Eldrin Chen could directly draw upon the Primordial Source stored within the Origin Divine Treasury to continue cultivating his physique.

Although the Nine Great Divine Treasures of the Self-Sacrifice Path are profoundly mystical, their utility had diminished for Eldrin Chen after he advanced his Immortal Path to its current lofty realm.

Yet now, by utilizing this Origin Divine Treasury to store the vast Primordial Essence Power of the Chaos Azure Dragon Nest, he had found a remarkably ingenious application for it.

"Congratulations, Fellow Daoist."

At that very moment, Horizon Sea Ancient Ancestor approached, offering his congratulations with a warm smile.

This time, witnessing Eldrin Chen shatter the shackles of his Physical Body and achieve the Half-Step Great Luo Physique [a physique one step away from the legendary Great Luo Immortal Body], both of them felt genuine and profound joy.

Eldrin Chen merely offered a faint smile and spoke calmly, "The cultivation of my Innate Primordial Indestructible Physique [an innate constitution of supreme resilience and primordial power] is arduous. I have merely taken half a step forward; the path to complete success remains long. There is little to boast about."

"This breakthrough was made possible only with the protection of you both."

Hearing this, Celestial Maiden smiled and said, "Your seclusion lasted twenty thousand years this time. Shall we venture forth into the Outer Chaos Sea once more?" Read, share, and discuss at audio-novel-dot-com.

Eldrin Chen rose to his feet and gave a slight nod. "Then let us depart."

With the gains from this breakthrough, the trio's spirits soared even higher as they resumed their journey through the Outer Chaos Sea.

They traveled through the Outer Chaos Sea, encountering numerous Chaos Beast Horde along the way. Adopting a strategy of engaging when possible and retreating when necessary, they managed to slay two Chaos Beast King during their travels.

In the course of their journey, they also came across several Supreme Grade Chaos Nest [places of immense chaotic energy, often holding great treasures or dangers].

Alas, these Chaos Lair were either far too formidable in power or were not the lairs of Five Elements Attribute creatures, thus offering no means for Eldrin Chen's Innate Primordial Indestructible Physique to advance a single step further.

After thirty thousand years, still no second suitable Chaos Lair had been found. Eldrin Chen could not help but frown slightly, saying, "The Outer Chaos Sea within ten thousand Dao-Path of the Three Thousand Immortal Domains is still too close to them."

"Perhaps we should venture deeper into the Outer Chaos Sea. We might yet find a suitable Earth Vein [a vein of concentrated earth-attribute spiritual energy within the earth]."

Celestial Maiden and Horizon Sea Ancient Ancestor pondered for a moment before both gave a slight nod of agreement.

By now, their confidence had grown somewhat, and they both nodded, saying, "Then let us make the journey."

Thereafter, the trio ceased their wandering along the fringes of the Outer Chaos Sea and began their journey into its profound depths.

This journey soon carried them over ten thousand Dao-Path. After traversing twenty thousand Dao-Path, they finally discovered a Supreme Grade Chaos Nest.

"A Primordial Chaos Heavenly Whale Nest."

It was indeed a Primordial Chaos Heavenly Whale Nest. The Primordial Chaos Heavenly Whale is a type of Chaos Colossal Terrors, its combat prowess peerless among beings of its rank, known to prey upon Chaos Ancient Beast.

This particular Primordial Chaos Profound Whale possessed cultivation at the Four Calamity Ancient Immortal Realm. Even with Eldrin Chen's current power, he held little certainty of being able to subdue and slay it.

Fortunately, the Chaos Colossal Terrors [primordial beasts of immense power and chaos] are solitary creatures. With no allies to aid it, the Primordial Chaos Heavenly Whale [a leviathan born from the primal chaos] fought alone, which was the only reason Eldrin Chen dared to engage it in battle.

The conflict raged for over ten thousand years. Aided by the Horizon Sea Ancient Ancestor and the Celestial Maiden, Eldrin Chen ultimately prevailed. It was only after the Horizon Sea Ancient Ancestor and the Celestial Maiden bought him precious time at great cost that Eldrin Chen could fully activate the Seven Treasures Gourd Grand Formation [a supreme formation harnessing the power of seven legendary treasures], finally suppressing and slaying the beast within the depths of the Primordial Chaos [the formless, primordial state before creation].

From the slain Primordial Chaos Heavenly Whale, Eldrin Chen obtained a portion of Supreme Grade Innate Marvel Dragon's Saliva Incense [a legendary incense of supreme quality, said to be condensed from dragon's breath], along with over one hundred strands of Innate Qi [the primordial energy that constitutes the foundation of all things]. The total value of this haul even surpassed that of four hundred strands of Innate Qi.

Yet, what truly stirred Eldrin Chen's heart was not these rare treasures, but rather the beast's lair itself—the Chaos Heavenly Whale Nest.

The Primordial Chaos Heavenly Whale was aligned with the Water element. Its nest was saturated with the Water Primordial Source [the fundamental, origin essence of an element or concept], which is one of the five Primordial Source essences required to cultivate the Innate Primordial Indestructible Physique [a legendary body refinement art that grants near-immortality].

Thus, Eldrin Chen remained within the Chaos Lair, beginning the arduous process of refining and absorbing this Chaos Nest Origin [the concentrated essence of the chaotic nest].

This time, Eldrin Chen was more adept. In merely twenty thousand years, he successfully broke through the Water Primordial Source aspect of his Innate Primordial Indestructible Physique. He then channeled the remaining Water Primordial Source essence entirely into his Origin Divine Treasury [a profound art for storing and refining foundational energies].

For this breakthrough, Eldrin Chen consumed another twenty-four strands of Innate Qi. His efforts finally bore fruit, pushing his Innate Primordial Indestructible Physique to new heights—it advanced into the realm of the Tenth Limit [the tenth and penultimate stage of physical perfection].

Achieving the Ten-Limit Physical Body granted Eldrin Chen a modest increase in overall combat prowess. However, what excited him far more was the realization that myself was drawing ever closer to the true completion of his Physical Body refinement.

"Once the Five Elements Primordial Source [the complete set of primordial essences for Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth] is fully integrated," he mused, "I will forge the supreme Physical Body of the Eleventh Limit. At that point, the power of my physical form alone will rival that of a Six Tribulations Ancient Immortal [an ancient immortal who has survived six heavenly tribulations]."

Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly, his gaze blazing with an intense light.

Rising to his feet, he turned his eyes, brimming with renewed fighting spirit, towards the Deep Chaos Sea.

Witnessing this, the Horizon Sea Ancient Ancestor spoke up, "By my reckoning, the Chaos Tide [a periodic, cataclysmic surge of primal chaos energy] approaches. If we linger, its arrival will likely trigger numerous Chaos Undercurrents [violent, unpredictable torrents within the Sea of Chaos]."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen fell into deep contemplation.

The Chaos Undercurrents were exceedingly perilous, capable of sweeping one tens of thousands of Dao-Paths [a measure of immense distance in the cosmos] away from their intended course.

Even Four Calamities Ancient Immortals [Ancient Immortals who have survived four Heavenly Tribulations] paled at the mention of Chaos Undercurrents. Only Ancient Immortals [cultivators who have transcended mortality and achieved immortality] who had weathered five or six Heavenly Tribulations or more dared to venture into the Sea of Chaos [the primordial, formless expanse between ordered worlds] when the Chaos Tide raged.

Eldrin Chen himself harbored little fear of the Chaos Undercurrents, for his Innate Primordial Indestructible Physique [a legendary, nigh-unbreakable body born of primordial chaos] granted him exceptional resilience within the Sea of Chaos. However, the Celestial Maiden and the Horizon Sea Ancient Ancestor possessed no such advantage. Should they be caught in such a maelstrom, their Mana [the spiritual energy cultivated and wielded by practitioners] would likely be exhausted, leading to their demise.

Considering this, Eldrin Chen pondered briefly before declaring, "If that is the case, we shall return for now and venture forth another time."

The Celestial Maiden breathed a sigh of relief, yet her eyes turned to Eldrin Chen. "With your power, the Chaos Tide poses little threat. Perhaps you should remain here to continue your exploration?"

"Not for the time being," he replied.

Eldrin Chen shook his head and then spoke, "I intend to take advantage of this Barter Convention to return to the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain for a time."

Given Eldrin Chen's current level of power, there was no one left within the native lands of the Azure Firmament Immortal Domain who could pose a mortal threat to him.

Even within the Primordial Chaos [the formless, primordial state before creation], Eldrin Chen could no longer be considered weak. Some matters, therefore, naturally no longer needed to be concealed so heavily.

After a moment of contemplation, he finally spoke, "I plan to bring back several sections of Soul-Nourishing Wood [a rare spiritual wood that nourishes and strengthens the soul]. They should prove beneficial for your cultivation."

"Soul-Nourishing Wood?"

Upon hearing this, both of them were overcome with wild joy.

The value of Soul-Nourishing Wood at the level of a Supreme Grade Innate Ancient Tree was truly inestimable. Even a small section could fetch a staggering price of three hundred Innate Qi [the primordial, foundational energy of the universe], and in the current climate, it could even sell for four to five hundred pieces of Innate Qi.

That Eldrin Chen possessed such a miraculous treasure filled their hearts with rapturous delight.

The Celestial Maiden [a title for a powerful female immortal] pondered for a moment, then could not help but speak, "This Soul-Nourishing Wood is far too precious. We fear we are unworthy of accepting it."

"Not at all."

Eldrin Chen offered a faint smile and spoke, "I shall not take them without fair compensation. Let us value each piece of Soul-Nourishing Wood at three hundred strands of Innate Qi [the primordial life-force energy present at birth]."

Horizon Sea Ancient Ancestor felt a surge of joy in his heart and could not help but laugh. "With this Peerless grade Soul-Nourishing Wood [a legendary wood that nourishes and strengthens the soul], it seems the two of us have hope of achieving the Nascent Soul Celestial Passage [the realm of forming one's Nascent Soul, a crucial step towards immortality] before our Calamity Tribulation [a heavenly trial or catastrophe that cultivators must face] arrives."

Speaking of this, both men were filled with considerable excitement. They immediately turned back with Eldrin Chen.

They journeyed through the Primordial Chaos [the formless, primordial state before creation], yet had flown for only a few hundred years when they suddenly halted.

It was then that Eldrin Chen, using Chaos Miasma [a dense, obscuring fog native to the Primordial Chaos] to conceal them both, gazed with a grave expression toward the Depths of Chaos ahead.

"Boom—"

A violent, thunderous roar erupted. Fierce, divine energy pierced the Primordial Chaos, and endless chains of Great Dao [the fundamental laws and principles of the cosmos] power drowned everything in sight.

At the far reaches of the Primordial Chaos, a group of peak powerhouses clashed in furious combat.

On one side were three Peerless Immortal Consort, and opposing them were three golden-robed cultivators, all radiating immensely powerful auras.

"It's them?"

Eldrin Chen murmured, a slight frown creasing his brow.

The three Immortal Maiden were none other than the three Ancient Immortals from the Flower Goddess Palace, with Astraea Luo leading them.

Yet at this moment, the trio was not faring well. The three Black-Robed Cultivator opposing them were exceptionally powerful. That two of them possessed the cultivation of Four Calamities Ancient Immortal was troublesome enough.

But the leader's aura blazed like a divine sun of the Nine Heavens, his every gesture displaying the divine power to cleave open the cosmos.

"They are from the Golden Crow Clan lineage of the Demon Court. The leader's cultivation has already reached the Six Tribulations Ancient Immortal realm,"

Horizon Sea Ancient Ancestor whispered, his voice tinged with gravity.

Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed deeper. The Golden Crow Clan had always been renowned for their formidable bloodline, and the Six Tribulations Ancient Immortal before them possessed truly staggering combat prowess. Even though Astraea Luo was hailed as a Great Luo Direct Successor, deeply favored by the Great Luo Immortal Lord, she could barely manage to hold her ground.

At this rate, Astraea Luo would likely be defeated before long.

Even if Astraea Luo possessed some hidden trump card from a Great Luo Golden Immortal, whether she could escape with her life from the hands of the Golden Crow Clan Ancient Immortals remained uncertain.

It was then that the Celestial Maiden could not help but ask, "Should we intervene?"

Eldrin Chen pondered for a brief moment, then declared decisively, "This Astraea Luo has shown us favor several times. Though the assistance was not great, the intent was genuine."

"Since we have the capability, we should lend a hand."

As his words fell, Eldrin Chen struck without hesitation. The Chaos Heaven Halberd in his hand pierced through the Primordial Chaos, sweeping across the cosmos with world-shaking divine might as it cleaved towards the Golden Crow Clan Ancient Immortals.

Caught off guard by the sudden assault, the Golden Crow Clan Ancient Immortals's expression changed drastically. He immediately grasped a divine spear and suppressing forth, clashing directly with the Chaos Heaven Halberd.

Yet after that instant of collision, the Golden Crow Clan Ancient Immortals's face shifted again, his pupils turning cold as he glared at Eldrin Chen. "Who are you, to dare interfere in the affairs of my Golden Crow Lineage?"

"Golden Crow Lineage?"

Eldrin Chen remained utterly calm. The Chaos Heaven Halberd in his hand swept across the heavens, carrying the power to shatter the cosmos as it suppressing down once more.

The Golden Crow Clan claimed descent from the Celestial Emperor, possessing the noblest bloodline within the Three Thousand Immortal Domains. Their combat prowess rivaled that of True Dragon and Immortal Phoenix of the same realm.

Yet Eldrin Chen paid it no mind, stating with icy serenity, "You are but a Six Tribulations Ancient Immortal. Are you worthy of representing the Golden Crow Clan?"

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