Chapter 1702 : Origin of the 10 Tribulations Dao

Among them, the greatest number of treasures came from Taicang Diyang, totaling 6 innate treasures: the Yin Yang Wuji Pendant (Magic Treasure), the Yin Yang Slaying Immortal Spear (Magic Treasure), and the 6 Yin Yang Wuji Immortal Armors (Magic Treasure).

These 6 Innate Treasures (Magic Treasure) were all part of a matched set. When paired together, their power rivaled that of a mid-grade Innate Treasure (Magic Treasure), effectively making them equivalent to 3 mid-grade Innate Treasures (Magic Treasure).

Furthermore, the Primordial Thunder Dragon possessed 2 innate treasures: the Mountain of 5 Calamities Primordial Magnetic Force and the Spear of Annihilating Silent Thunder Tribulation.

Moreover, from the hands of the Crimson Crow Saint, they had seized 2 innate treasures: the Primordial Crimson Crow Ancient Sword and the 9 Heavens Crimson Sun Pearl.

Moreover, the Eldrin Daoist from the ancient Eldrin Clan possessed profound foundations, safeguarded by an innate treasure known as the Eldrin Immortal Seal of Imperishability (Magic Treasure).

So many Primordial Treasures, each of immeasurable worth.

Eldrin (Person Name) directly retrieved the Yin-Yang Wuji Pendant, the Yin-Yang Immortal-Slaying Spear, and the Yin-Yang Wuji Immortal Armor—these 3 priceless treasures—before declaring, "These artifacts shall serve my purposes and will not be relinquished to the assembly."

Hearing this, no 1 present voiced any objections.

They understood in their hearts that although Eldrin and Emperor Taicang fought to the death in this battle, there was still a certain mutual admiration between them.

Among these treasures, the Yin-Yang Immortal-Slaying Spear was Tai Cang Di Yang's life-bound treasure. As long as Tai Cang Di Yang remained alive, it would most likely return to his possession.

Of course, perhaps the Taicang Imperial Clan might strike a deal with Eldrin (Person Name), but that was no longer within their jurisdiction.

With this thought in mind, the Pure Yang Saint smiled faintly. "In this battle, we merely played a supporting role. It is only fitting that you, fellow daoist, take the most crucial treasure."

The others all nodded in agreement, then began distributing the treasures.

Among the remaining treasures, aside from the innate treasures, there were also 20-2 Dao Origins of the 3 Taiyi Foundations—each 1 a priceless treasure beyond measure.

This time, the Chen Immortal Clan did not exchange any innate treasures.

The current Chen Immortal Clan (Organization) boasts a total of 11 3 Great Primordials foundations, yet possesses 14 Innate Treasures (Magic Treasure).

Apart from the 3 Treasures—the Yin-Yang Union Gourd, the Heaven-Earth Primordial Vial, and the Ancient Gourd of Howling Winds—in Eldrin's possession, the remaining 11 Innate Treasures were distributed 1 to each person.

They were the Primordial Chaos Pearl, the Coiled Dragon Ancient Pearl, the Scale-Reversal Ancient Sword, the Innate Purple Flame Sword, the Ancient Xunwind Gourd, the Ancient Vajra Bowl, the Celestial Music Exquisite Lamp, the Innate Taotie Sword, the Ancient Xunwind Sword, the Qianqing Star River Sword, and the Great Imperial Heaven-Sealing Mirror.

This did not even account for Eldrin’s 5 innate treasures, nor did it include Lyra’s innate lotus platform or Qing Ji’s other innate primordial artifacts.

For the Chen Immortal Clan (Organization), this many innate treasures were more than sufficient—any more would be utterly impossible to activate.

Thus, none of them chose an innate treasure, each instead taking away a 9 Calamities Dao Source. These Dao Sources could aid those with Triple Taiyi Foundations in breaking into the forbidden realm, making them exceptionally precious treasures for the Chen Clan.

Though the Dao Origins of the Crimson Crow Saint and the Primordial Thunder Dragon were of limited use to Eldrin (Person Name), such forbidden Dao Origins held immeasurable value—precisely what Seraphina Qu (Person Name), Qing Ji (Person Name), and others urgently needed. Without a second thought, Eldrin (Person Name) casually stored them away.

Pure Sun Saint Son, Feng Wuyi, and Longevity Sword Scion, all hailing from the Great Luo Ancient Sect, naturally lacked no Primordial Chaos Treasures. Thus, they exchanged them all for Supreme-Grade Dao Origins.

The Glazed Goddess, the Flame Divinity, the Abyssal Daoist, the Ancient Ruins Yin Sovereign, the Violet Mystery Daoist, along with the Millet Green Daoist and the Mystic Darkness Fairy—all lacking an innate treasure for protection—were eager to acquire 1 through exchange.

Alas, only 5 innate treasures remained, so the 5 could only determine ownership based on their merit rankings.

Primordial 5 Miasma Magnetic Mountain, Primordial Annihilation Lightning Tribulation Spear, Primordial Crimson Crow Ancient Sword, 9 Heavens Solar Blaze Pearl, Eternal Ruins Unbreakable Ancient Seal.

In the end, the Blaze Deity Li exchanged her highest merit for the 9 Heaven Crimson Sun Pearl, a supreme protective treasure. This treasure resonated perfectly with her magical power, and even if she were to break through to the mid-stage Celestial Immortal realm in the future, it would still be considered a formidable artifact.

The Glazed Goddess exchanged for the Ancient Seal of the Undying Cangxu to protect herself, the Nether Lord of the Old Abyss claimed the Primordial 5 Malice Magnetic Mountain, while Daoist Shuqing obtained the Primordial Crimson Crow Sword.

Tian Yuan Daoist ranked fifth in contribution points. However, the Annihilating Silent Thunder Tribulation Spear was incompatible with his elemental attributes. After negotiating with Zi Xuan Daoist, the latter compensated Tian Yuan Daoist with a bundle of resources in exchange for this peerless slaughter-grade treasure.

The Heavenly Abyss Daoist and the Profound Serenity Fairy did not exchange for the Primordial Supreme Treasures, yet they did not leave empty-handed. They acquired the remaining 2 Sources of the 9 Calamities Dao, whose worth was in no way inferior to that of the Primordial Treasures.

However, their potential was limited. Even with the aid of the 9 Tribulations Dao Source, their chances of breaking through the forbidden realm were less than half a percent. For them, acquiring an Innate Treasure would be far more practical.

Only in the hands of prodigies like Pure Yang Saint, Feng Wuyi, Chen Qiyuan, and Kael (Person Name)—those rare talents with potential to reach the forbidden realm—could the origin of these 9 Calamities unleash its ultimate efficacy.

Sure enough, after the 2 exchanged their Dao Origins, they immediately received voice transmissions from Feng Wuji (Person Name), Pure Sun Saint (Person Name), and Changgeng Sword Master (Person Name): "Might Fellow Daoists be willing to exchange your 9 Calamities Dao Origin for treasures?"

Eldrin paid little heed to the conversations unfolding around him.

At his current realm, refining the Source of the Dao alone could no longer elevate his cultivation. Having first achieved the Primordial Chaos Immortal Body, the difficulty of refining his own cultivation base into a Dao Fruit had increased tenfold.

Moreover, Eldrin had already charted his own path—he sought to cultivate a supreme Dao Fruit imbued with boundless merit and immeasurable destiny, 1 that required no enlightenment gleaned from the lifelong insights of others.

"This harvest has been bountiful, and my fortune is at its zenith. Perhaps it is time to make an attempt."

Eldrin murmured inwardly before turning to the assembly. "Honored companions," he declared, "since our harvest has been bountiful beyond measure, let us now retreat for secluded cultivation."

After emerging from seclusion, I shall then devise a strategy within the Celestial Realm of Vast Azure.

"Very well."

Hearing this, everyone nodded with faint smiles before departing from the Sea of Returning Abyss.

After they had departed, Eldrin gazed at the Chen Immortal Clan and the others before retrieving the Dao Origins of the Crimson Sun Saint and the Primordial Thunder Dragon.

He cast his gaze upon the crowd and declared, "These treasures hold no use for me, so I shall leave them to you all."

Upon hearing this, Lyra (Person Name) immediately responded, "With my foundation, reaching the 12 Tribulations Realm is merely a matter of course once I accumulate sufficient spiritual power. It would be better to leave this opportunity for Seraphina Qu (Person Name) and Lady Qingji."

Upon hearing this, Qing Ji immediately shook her head and said, “After refining the Primordial Creation Blue Lotus and cultivating the 3 Taiyi Foundations, my combat prowess has ascended into the forbidden realm. Moreover, these 2 treasures are incompatible with my innate attributes.”

"Rather than adding flowers to brocade, it would be better to leave this for others."

Upon hearing this, Seraphina Qu (Person Name) also intended to decline, but Qing Ji (Person Name) interjected, "Sister Seraphina Qu (Person Name) possesses the bloodline of the 9-Colored Immortal Clam, which inherently contains the power of thunder. You must not refuse the Dao Origin of the Primordial Thunder Dragon."

Seeing this, Seraphina Qu (Person Name) finally accepted the Dao Origin of the Primordial Thunder Dragon.

Seeing this, Eldrin turned his gaze toward Donghuang and Yan Zij. Among the remaining cultivators, Donghuang cultivated the Path of the Solar Star, while Yan Zij had comprehended the mysteries of 'Violet Flame Celestial Fire'—both were the most suitable candidates to refine the Dao Origin of the Crimson Crow Saint.

(End of Chapter)

Chapter 1 The Azure Cloud Sect's recruitment ceremony had just concluded. On the vast testing square, a young man in blue robes stood silently, his fingers tracing the jade token in his palm—the symbol of an outer sect disciple. "Lin Ming (Person Name)," an elder's voice echoed, "Earth-grade spiritual roots, at the Foundation Establishment 3rd-layer. You qualify as a caretaker disciple." A few sneers came from the crowd. "A mere Earth-grade spiritual root, yet he dares to dream of joining the Inner Sect?" Lin Ming's gaze remained unshaken. Deep within his sleeves, he clutched a cracked bronze mirror—the ancestral treasure that had accompanied him through his transmigration. *Cultivation...* he mused, *in this world, it all boils down to the survival of the fittest.* Suddenly, a crisp chime rang from the mirror, its surface glowing with golden text: [Detected host’s unwavering determination. The Heavenly Path System is now activated.] A surge of spiritual energy erupted within him, his cultivation soaring straight to the Foundation Establishment 5th-layer! --- Chapter 2 3 months later, deep within the Misty Rain Forest. "Roar!" A Twin-Headed Flood Dragon (Monster Beast) burst forth from the lake, its gaping maw spewing icy shards. Lin Ming (Person Name) agilely evaded, the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss (Magic Treasure) in his hand blazing with crimson light. "Break!" he shouted. A sword aura, sharp enough to slice through waterfalls, struck the dragon’s scales. [ Ding! Host has slain a Foundation Establishment 6th-layer demon beast. Reward: 1,200 system points. ] Lin Ming wiped the blood from his sword. *The System’s tasks grow increasingly perilous,* he pondered, *but the rewards...* His eyes fell upon the system shop interface, where a 9 Revolutions Golden Elixir (Divine Pill) shimmered—its price a staggering 50,000 points. --- Chapter 3 "Junior Brother Lin (Person Name), the Secret Realm of the Fallen Stars will open in 7 days." A graceful female cultivator in snow-white robes approached, her presence as elegant as a lone lotus. "The sect master has ordered you to join the exploration team." Xuan Ji (Person Name), the number 1 beauty of the Inner Sect, a Golden Core 2nd-layer expert. Lin Ming nodded. "I will not disappoint the sect master’s expectations." A flicker of surprise passed through Xuan Ji’s phoenix-like eyes. This outer sect disciple, merely at Foundation Establishment 7th-layer, possessed a depth in his gaze that even Golden Core experts found unsettling. That night, beneath the moonlight— [ Urgent Mission: Seize the Stellar Core within the secret realm. Reward: 1 chance to draw from the lottery wheel. ] Lin Ming’s eyes sharpened. The Stellar Core, a legendary treasure capable of remolding 1’s spiritual roots! --- Chapter 4 Within the Secret Realm of the Fallen Stars, shattered monuments and floating islands drifted amidst a sea of clouds. "Be careful!" Xuan Ji (Person Name) shouted, her jade-like fingers weaving hand seals. A barrier of light instantly enveloped the group. *Boom!* A massive boulder slammed into the barrier, shattering upon impact. "Many thanks, Senior Sister Xuan." Several inner sect disciples bowed in gratitude. Lin Ming (Person Name), however, remained focused on the ancient stone stele ahead. Faint, golden divine patterns shimmered upon its surface—the very scripture the System had tasked him to comprehend. [ Detected Heavenly Tier cultivation method: "Starsoul Sutra" (Cultivation Method). Comprehending requires 3,000 system points. ] *Deduct the points,* Lin Ming commanded without hesitation. In that instant, starlight poured into his spiritual sea. The once obscure divine patterns now unfolded before him like a clear scroll. --- Chapter 5 "Hand over the Stellar Core, and I might spare your lives." A man in black robes emerged, a sinister aura radiating from his Blood Soul Banner (Magic Treasure). A Golden Core 5th-layer expert! Xuan Ji (Person Name) stepped forward, her Frostbound Sword (Magic Treasure) pointed at the foe. "A demonic cultivator dares to trespass upon my Azure Cloud Sect’s territory?" The black-robed man laughed darkly. "A little girl at Golden Core 2nd-layer—how presumptuous!" As the 2 powerful auras collided, Lin Ming (Person Name) quietly activated the Divine Concealment Talisman (Magic Tool). His figure vanished as he slipped toward the altar at the secret realm’s core. There, floating above the altar, was a crystal radiating the pure essence of the stars—the Stellar Core! Just as his fingers were about to touch it, a system alert flashed: [ Warning: A Nascent Soul stage guardian beast approaches. Estimated time of arrival: 10 seconds. ] Lin Ming’s pupils contracted. This was no longer a trial—it was a life-or-death race!