Chapter 1798 : A Primordial Fortune Unveiled

Within this stratum lay Energy of Heaven and Earth [a primordial, condensed form of spiritual energy] valued at tens of trillions of Immortal Source [a high-grade spiritual currency]. Even for an Ancient Immortal Great Power, this represented a staggering fortune.

Unfortunately, Immortal Source could not purchase Innate Object [objects born from the primordial chaos], and Energy of Heaven and Earth was useless to any Immortal beyond the Mid Celestial Immortal Realm.

Thus, even at a slightly elevated price, Horizon Patriarch did not refuse when Eldrin Chen made his offer. After all, the priceless Innate Ancient Pill [a primordial elixir of immense power] had already fallen into his hands.

Witnessing this, the nearby Celestial Maiden smiled and added, "Our success in this endeavor hinges entirely on your Chaos Mist [a mist capable of dissolving primordial chaos]."

"I have already obtained the Past Life Flower [a mystical herb said to reveal glimpses of past incarnations]. I shall not intervene in this matter."

Eldrin Chen offered a faint smile in response. He summoned the Primordial Energy Vase of Heaven and Earth [a treasure vase capable of containing vast energies] and began drawing in the Energy of Heaven and Earth. In the blink of an eye, several thousand streams had been collected.

By the time every last wisp of Energy of Heaven and Earth was gathered, Eldrin Chen found himself in possession of over seventy thousand individual streams.

"If converted into Heaven-Earth Creation Water [a liquid essence that fosters growth and creation], this would yield approximately thirty-six thousand drops," he murmured, a wave of elation washing over him.

With this vast quantity of Heaven-Earth Creation Water, the various Immaculate Celestial Immortal [a high-level celestial immortal] members of the Chen Immortal Clan would likely lack for no cultivation resource—save for the elusive Innate Energy [the most fundamental energy of creation]—until they reached the threshold of the Great Perfection Celestial Immortal Realm.

A triumphant smile graced Eldrin Chen's lips as he contemplated the future prospects of his clan, now secured by this windfall. Your portal to cultivation novels: site: audio-novel.com.

Even for a breakthrough into the Ancient Immortal Realm [the realm of ancient, long-lived immortals], thirty-six thousand drops would be sufficient to nurture twelve individuals.

Thinking of this, Eldrin Chen could not help but turn his gaze towards Horizon Patriarch and Celestial Maiden [a title for a powerful female immortal], saying, "Having obtained such a vast income this time, I naturally will not treat the two of you unfairly."

"Before you two attempt your breakthrough into the Ancient Immortal [the state of an ancient immortal] realm, be sure to inform me. I can grant you each one Opportunity and Fortune [a chance or stroke of fate] to attempt that ascension."

"A Opportunity and Fortune [a chance or stroke of fate] to break through to Ancient Immortal [the state of an ancient immortal]?"

Upon hearing this, Horizon Patriarch trembled slightly and exchanged a glance with the Celestial Maiden [a title for a powerful female immortal].

How precious is a Opportunity and Fortune [a chance or stroke of fate] to ascend to Ancient Immortal [the state of an ancient immortal]? Generally speaking, only supreme-grade Innate Precious Pill [pills born of natural law, of immense value] like the Innate Primordial One Pill [a legendary pill said to contain the essence of primordial unity] could increase one's chances of success by ten or twenty percent.

Yet such treasures are comparable to Innate Ancient Treasure [artifacts of immense power, born alongside the world itself], their value almost beyond reckoning. Even many Ancient Immortal Great Power [ancient immortals of significant might] below the third tribulation might not possess one.

For Eldrin Chen to speak of gifting them such a treasure, how could the two of them not be utterly astonished?

They exchanged another look, and finally, Horizon Patriarch took a deep breath and said, "A divine object that can assist in breaking through the Ancient Immortal Realm [the realm of ancient, long-lived immortals]... I fear its worth likely surpasses the combined value of these seventy thousand plus portions of Energy of Heaven and Earth [the fundamental spiritual energy of the cosmos]."

"Such a divine object... we likely do not deserve to receive it."

Eldrin Chen offered a faint smile and spoke with calm assurance, "Setting aside our shared history in the lower realm, the battles we have fought side by side alone have forged a bond of trust between us."

"To be perfectly candid," he continued, "the reason I sought the Energy of Heaven and Earth [the primordial essence that constitutes the foundation of the cosmos] is that I possess a formula to refine it into Innate Heaven-Earth Creation Water [a supreme-grade spiritual liquid born of the world's genesis]."

"Heaven-Earth Creation Water?"

Upon hearing this, Horizon Patriarch's expression shifted dramatically. "Legend speaks of the Innate Heaven-Earth Creation Water as a Supreme Grade Innate Spiritual Water [the highest class of spiritual liquid formed at the dawn of creation]," he said, unable to contain his astonishment. "It is said to contain the profound mysteries of cosmic Creation [the primordial act of bringing the universe into being]."

"Its properties are truly miraculous," the Patriarch elaborated. "A Great Perfection Celestial Immortal Realm [the pinnacle stage of a Celestial Immortal's cultivation] cultivator who consumes three thousand drops can increase their chances of breaking through to the Ancient Immortal Realm [a venerable and powerful immortal stage] by thirty percent."

He then added, a note of awe in his voice, "I never imagined you would possess the formula to concoct such a treasure."

"However, from what I know," Horizon Patriarch cautioned, "brewing the Innate Heaven-Earth Creation Water requires not only the Energy of Heaven and Earth, but also the infusion of Innate Energy [the pure, primordial energy present at the beginning of the world]. The cost is exorbitantly high."

Eldrin Chen paused for a moment, realizing Horizon Patriarch had misunderstood his method.

For an ordinary alchemist, concocting such a Supreme Grade Innate Spiritual Water would indeed consume a significant amount of precious Innate Energy and carry a substantial risk of failure.

But Eldrin possessed the Quasi-Innate Spiritual Treasure [a treasure of near-primordial quality] known as the Primordial Energy Vase of Heaven and Earth [a vessel capable of nurturing primordial essences]. It could give birth to Innate Spiritual Water [spiritual water of innate quality] without the need for external Innate Energy, and at a cost less than one-tenth of the conventional method, resulting in minimal loss.

Though he knew their guess was mistaken, Eldrin Chen offered no explanation.

The allure of a Quasi-Innate Spiritual Treasure [a treasure born of nature, possessing power just below that of true Innate Treasures] was simply too great; even powerful Ancient Immortal [immortals who have survived multiple heavenly tribulations] beyond the sixth tribulation would covet it. While both were individuals of noble character, to avoid unnecessary trouble, it was better to let the matter rest.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen finally spoke: "Senior, there is no need for concern. The quantity of Energy of Heaven and Earth [the primordial spiritual energy that constitutes the foundation of the cosmos] here is substantial. It is more than sufficient to refine two portions of Heaven-Earth Creation Water [a miraculous liquid born from the union of heaven and earth, capable of nurturing life and enhancing cultivation]."

"Once you both break through to the Ancient Immortal Realm [the realm of an immortal who has weathered heavenly tribulations], you may well be able to guide us into the Chaos [the primordial, formless void from which all realms were born] in the future."

Horizon Patriarch and the Celestial Maiden [a title for a powerful female immortal of great beauty and grace] were visibly moved by his words. The Celestial Maiden immediately pledged, "Once I achieve my breakthrough into the Ancient Immortal Realm, I shall venture into the Sea of Chaos Fringe [the turbulent border regions where the ordered world meets the primordial Chaos] to seek Creation [the primordial force of genesis and opportunity] and Opportunity and Fortune [serendipitous encounters and blessings of fate] on your behalf."

Horizon Patriarch also nodded, his gaze firm and resolute. "You treat us with such sincerity; we shall naturally not fail you in return." Join our community of readers at AUDIO-NOVEL.COM.

"With our foundational cultivation, aided further by the Heaven-Earth Creation Water, we should have a seventy percent certainty of breaking through to become Ancient Immortal within several million years. When that time comes, I shall accompany the Celestial Maiden on a journey into the Sea of Chaos [the vast, primordial expanse of Chaos] to make preparations for you to transcend your future Kalpa Tribulation [a cataclysmic heavenly trial that tests a cultivator's very existence]."

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen could not help but smile faintly.

Both Horizon Patriarch and the Celestial Maiden had once obtained heaven-defying Creation opportunities. Their foundations were that of Innate Heavenly God Foundation [a supreme innate constitution, granting them the potential of a primordial deity]. Once they broke through, they would immediately become Triple Tribulation Ancient Immortal [Ancient Immortals who have survived three heavenly tribulations upon ascension].

Ancient Immortal Great Power [a title for an Ancient Immortal of immense strength and influence] of such a realm, within the entire Vast Azure Immortal Domain [a vast and prosperous domain within the immortal realms], could only be confidently matched by the Eternal Verdancy Ancient Immortal.

With these two as his backing, Eldrin Chen should have little to fear of provoking powerful foes, at least until the Kalpa Tribulation [an immense cosmic cycle in Buddhist cosmology, often billions of years].

Furthermore, given their cultivation levels, they would possess a measure of self-preservation strength within the Sea of Chaos Fringe, if not daring to venture deep into the Sea of Chaos itself.

If they truly managed to find some heaven-defying treasure for Eldrin Chen within that chaotic border, then perhaps he would indeed have a chance to contend for the Hundred Tribulations Rebirth Opportunity [a legendary opportunity for rebirth and ascension after enduring a hundred great tribulations].

Of course, these were matters for the distant future. For everyone present, the Incomplete Immortal Domain [a partially formed or damaged realm of immortals] held far greater immediate importance.

Considering this, Eldrin Chen spoke, "I hold your intentions in my heart, Seniors. However, this matter is still premature. Let us speak of it again after you both have broken through to the Ancient Immortal [an immortal who has survived for countless ages and weathered multiple heavenly tribulations] realm."

Upon hearing his words, the two nodded in agreement. They said nothing more, their gazes lifting instead towards the depths of the void.

There, within the Endless Chaos, a great battle had reached a fever pitch.

On the main battlefield, the fierce clash between the Chaos Beast King [a monarch among the primordial beasts born from chaos] and the Ancient Immortal Great Power [an ancient immortal of immense strength and profound cultivation] was escalating towards its zenith.

Several Immortal Domain [realms governed by immortals] had joined forces, with dozens of Ancient Immortal Great Power fighting together. Even though over a dozen Chaos Beast King possessed world-shaking combat power, they were gradually being pushed onto the defensive.

This was not due to any lack of strength from the Chaos Ancient Beast [ancient beasts born from primordial chaos], but rather because the Ancient Immortal Great Power who had joined the fray were exceptionally formidable.

Ancient Immortal Great Power [a cultivator who has transcended multiple heavenly tribulations and attained immense power] are suppressed only minimally within the Chaos [the primordial, formless state before creation], allowing them to unleash the vast majority of their combat prowess. When pushing themselves to the limit, they can even maintain their peak battle strength for a certain period of time.

This is especially true for the eight Four Tribulations Ancient Immortal [an ancient immortal who has survived four heavenly tribulations], such as Sunder Heaven the Demon Emperor, Nether Antiquity, and Cold Night. Each of them has shattered at least four Fivefold Heavenly Pass [a formidable barrier in cultivation representing five layers of heavenly tribulation]. Within this Chaos, they are capable of unleashing over eighty to ninety percent of their full power.

If they are willing to sacrifice their cultivation base and fight with all their might, they could even sustain their ultimate techniques for an extended duration within this shattered Immortal Domain [a realm governed by immortal laws].

Although the Chaos Ancient Beast [primordial beasts born from the Chaos] are formidable, they are outnumbered and outmatched in cultivation level. Inevitably, they are being pushed back, suffering defeat after defeat.

By this point in the great battle, Eldrin Chen had already witnessed three Chaos Ancient Beasts fall in combat.

"It seems this battle holds little suspense for its outcome,"

Horizon Patriarch murmured, his tone tinged with a hint of regret.

Once the Human Race Ancient Immortal achieve a complete victory, the Opportunity and Fortune [a confluence of chance and destined good luck, often leading to great advancement] within this Central Chaos Lair [the core lair within the primordial Chaos] would undoubtedly be beyond their grasp.

Yet, Eldrin Chen frowned slightly, his gaze turning profound as he spoke, "Why has that unfathomably deep presence at the Central Within the Chaos Lair not yet made a move?"

His words sent a subtle tremor through the hearts of all who heard them.

Celestial Maiden looked up, her expression turning somber as she said, "You're right. If we don't act now, it will be too late. Could it be waiting for something?"

"Boom—"

Just as everyone hesitated, the thirteen Chaos Beast King that had ascended to the Heavenly Vault were already beginning to fall back step by step.

Leading a horde of Chaos Ancient Beast, they surged toward the Central Heavenly Domain but were gradually encircled on the outskirts of the Chaos Lair by the various Ancient Immortal Great Power.

"They're not scattering to flee for their lives!"

Horizon Patriarch murmured inwardly, his gaze growing increasingly grave as he spoke.

Exquisite Jiang also took a deep breath before stating, "The Chaos Beast King possess considerable intelligence. Such behavior surely means they have something to rely upon."

Yet, Eldrin Chen felt only a sinking weight in his heart, a foreboding sense of impending doom.

At that moment, within the depths of his consciousness, the sub-pearl of the Returning Abyss Pearl shimmered faintly, awakening slowly from its slumber. A voice then spoke, "I sense an aura... one that is profoundly unusual."

"An unusual aura?"

Eldrin Chen's heart stirred faintly. This sub-pearl of the Returning Abyss Pearl contained the Path of Space and was an Innate Spiritual Treasure [a supreme treasure born from the primordial chaos of heaven and earth] of the Spatial Attribute.

Although Eldrin Chen's current cultivation level was insufficient to refine it, nor did he possess the spiritual power to activate it, it remained, in essence, a supreme treasure of the Great Encompassing Rank.

For the Returning Abyss Pearl to regard that aura with such importance indicated it must be an extraordinary object of unparalleled power.

"I saw it. It was a wisp of Innate Spiritual Radiance [a primordial, foundational light born from chaos]," the Returning Abyss Pearl spoke slowly, its tone ethereal and distant.

"It was blindingly brilliant, spanning the River of Space-Time, piercing through the Space-Time of past, present, and Future. Even within the Chaos [the formless, primordial state before creation], its radiance was undiminished."

"A pity, however. Its aura seemed flawed, as if it no longer possessed the full, majestic presence of an Innate Spiritual Treasure."

"An Innate Spiritual Treasure?"

Eldrin Chen's expression shifted slightly as he suppressed the wave of profound shock within him.

He took a deep breath before asking, "A damaged Innate Spiritual Treasure?"

"It seems so. Its internal Treasure Spirit [the sentient consciousness residing within a powerful magical artifact] appears to be in a state of semi-slumber."

The Returning Abyss Pearl [a sentient treasure with profound wisdom] spoke in a measured tone, then its voice tightened slightly. "Within the Within the Chaos Lair [the deepest, most chaotic part of this incomplete realm], there is an aura of immense power, likely that of a Six Tribulations Chaos Beast King [a primordial beast king that has survived six heavenly tribulations]."

"It is currently performing a blood sacrifice upon that Innate Spiritual Treasure [a treasure born from the primordial chaos of heaven and earth] and has already begun to refine it."

"It seems those Ancient Immortal [immortals who have lived for countless eons] from the various clans will likely suffer heavy casualties. Even the one hiding in the shadows may not escape unscathed."

"One hiding in the shadows?"

Eldrin Chen was momentarily stunned, a flicker of disbelief crossing his features before a chill crept down his spine.

Within this Incomplete Immortal Domain [a fractured and unstable pocket dimension of the immortal world], there was actually another supreme Ancient Immortal Great Power [a mighty figure among the ancient immortals] concealed in the darkness. And judging by the Returning Abyss Pearl's tone, this individual was likely even more formidable than the Six Tribulations Chaos Beast King.

The Returning Abyss Pearl nodded, its voice calm as it explained, "That is an old immortal who has broken through the Seventh Heavenly Pass [the seventh and most formidable barrier in the path of immortal cultivation]. He has likely lived for billions of years."

"This time, he has remained hidden in the shadows. Of the six supreme-grade Within the Chaos Lair that have been conquered, the majority of their top-tier treasures have fallen into his hands."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen felt the color drain from his face. He had never imagined that within this Incomplete Immortal Domain, there lurked an Ancient Immortal of such supreme power, one who had reached the Seven Tribulations [the state of having survived seven heavenly tribulations] realm.

A being of such strength would be considered a top-tier Ancient Immortal even within the vast Sea of Chaos [the primordial, formless expanse between realms]. Possessing the power to sweep through this Incomplete Immortal Domain, yet choosing to remain concealed in the shadows to claim the greatest spoils... it was utterly...

Eldrin Chen found himself at a loss for words, a strange mixture of amusement and exasperation washing over him.

"This senior is truly excessively cautious," he muttered to himself.

With a sigh of resignation, Eldrin Chen turned his inquiry towards the Returning Abyss Pearl. "Did that individual detect our presence?"

"Set your mind at ease. With my subtle veiling, a mere Seven Tribulations Ancient Immortal [an immortal who has survived seven heavenly tribulations] is utterly unworthy of perceiving us," the treasure replied, its tone carrying an ancient arrogance.

Here, the Returning Abyss Pearl's voice took on a note of regret. "A pity your cultivation is still insufficient to refine me fully, and your spiritual power cannot yet activate my true capabilities."

"Were you to attain the Ancient Immortal Realm [the realm of an ancient, venerable immortal], you could unleash a fraction of my might. Then, not only this paltry Incomplete Immortal Domain [a partially formed realm of immortals], but even a Seven Tribulations Ancient Immortal could be annihilated with a single thought. He would not have been allowed to claim the lion's share."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen fell into a contemplative silence.

Given the profound foundation of his cultivation, a breakthrough into the Ancient Immortal Realm would elevate him to heights unimaginable in his current state. Yet, achieving such a breakthrough was far from a simple matter.

It was at this moment that the Returning Abyss Pearl offered a timely reminder. "The final confrontation approaches. A Six Tribulations Chaos Beast King [a king among primordial chaotic beasts that has weathered six tribulations] wielding an Incomplete Innate Spiritual Treasure [a partially formed treasure born from the primordial chaos] will unleash cataclysmic power capable of shaking heaven and earth. Do you intend to depart or remain?"

Eldrin Chen did not answer directly, instead posing a question of his own. "Are you confident you can extract us from the ensuing chaos?"

The Returning Abyss Pearl [a legendary treasure capable of traversing the void] shimmered faintly, its voice calm. "As long as a Great Encompassing Immortal Lord [a supreme being who has transcended the Immortal Lord realm] does not personally intervene, or a Spatial Attribute [a rare innate constitution granting mastery over space] Innate Spiritual Treasure [a treasure born from heaven and earth, not crafted by mortal hands] is not used to suppress me, no one under heaven can keep me here."

"However, forcing an emergency activation would likely deplete my foundational essence even more severely."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen spoke decisively, "Then let us wait a while longer."

"…"

Just as Eldrin Chen was conversing with the Returning Abyss Pearl, the eyes of the Ancient Immortal [immortals who have weathered countless tribulations] gathered atop the Heavenly Vault [a celestial platform] snapped open, blazing with intense light.

Sunder Heaven the Demon Emperor strode forward through the air, gripping his Sunder Heaven Long Spear [a spear said to be capable of cleaving the heavens] as he gazed into the depths of the Chaos Lair [the nest of a primordial Chaos Beast King]. "Esteemed allies," he declared, "since we have fought our way to this Central Outside the Chaos Lair, we should settle this conflict with one final, decisive battle."

Upon hearing his words, everyone nodded slightly in agreement. Even Nether Antiquity and Cold Night, the two Ancient Immortal, offered no objection.

Having fought this long, the two had originally intended to fish in troubled waters, seizing the opportunity to pilfer the treasures from within the Chaos Beast King [a primordial beast of immense power] nests.

To their dismay, after investigating several Chaos Lair, they discovered that the most precious treasures within each nest had already been thoroughly looted.

As five-tribulation Ancient Immortal Great Power [Ancient Immortals of immense power who have survived five heavenly tribulations], they could not believe anyone could have stolen so many rare treasures right under their noses. Therefore, they both assumed these treasures must have been transferred long ago to this Central Within the Chaos Lair.

"This Chaos Beast King possesses such high intelligence. Knowing it cannot prevail, yet it stubbornly refuses to retreat."

"I presume all those treasures are within the Central Chaos Lair?"

Nether Antiquity Patriarch murmured slowly, his expression tinged with excitement. "Seven Supreme Grade Chaos Lairs. The number of Supreme Grade Innate Rare Treasures inside must be at least twenty or thirty."

"As a Five Tribulations Ancient Immortal, I shall claim five upon our success."

Cold Night Patriarch sneered and spoke immediately. "To start dividing the spoils before the battle has even begun is the height of foolishness."

"In my view, let each rely on their own means."

As his words fell, Cold Night Patriarch was the first to charge into the fray. With power that shook heaven and earth, he unleashed a divine might capable of moving the cosmos with a single palm strike.

In the initial clash, he sent a Chaos Beast King reeling, blood spraying from its wounds.

The others, seeing this, also joined the assault, pouring into the lair with overwhelming divine power.

Under the fierce onslaught from the various clans' Ancient Immortals, the Chaos Beast Kings were outmatched and forced into a steady retreat. Nether Antiquity Patriarch, wild with joy, seized his chance and flew into the Chaos Lair.

"Hymn—" [a sharp, resonant sound like a drawn sword]

Yet, in that very instant, a clear, resonant hum of a sword rang out. The vast expanse of the Chaos [the primordial, formless state before creation] suddenly grew still.

All things fell silent; heaven and earth lost their color.

Even the surging Chaos Torrent [a torrent of primordial, chaotic energy] ceased its flow at this moment.

Amidst this profound silence, the Chaos Lair [a lair or nest within the primordial chaos] erupted with a radiance of ten thousand dawns. A sword light, unprecedented in its majesty, seemed to cleave through the River of Space-Time [the flowing continuum of time and space] and sunder the Vast and Boundless Chaos [the infinite, primordial void]. It descended, cleaving towards the heart of the battlefield Central. Visit (audio-novel.com) to enjoy the complete series.