Chapter 1884 : Clash of Primordial Titans

The Domain of Chaos Firmamental Extreme [a primordial realm of chaos and spatial extremes] is ruled by a Progenitor God who cultivates a supreme Path of Space [a cultivation art focused on mastering spatial laws] and is a peerless Chaos Heavenly Emperor [a title for a supreme ruler within the chaotic primordial realms].

Furthermore, Grand Firmament is a direct descendant of a Chaos Primordial God [a primordial deity born from chaos], an innate Chaos Saint Spirit [a holy spirit born from primordial chaos]. He cultivates the Spatial Attribute [an innate affinity for spatial laws] branch of the Grand Firmament Great Path [the supreme cultivation art of the Grand Firmament lineage] and is most adept in the power of Slaughter [a divine ability focused on annihilation and destruction].

Now, as Grand Firmament made his move, a peerless sword energy instantly surged, shaking the heavens as it cleaved towards Eldrin Chen, aiming to split him in two.

Faced with such a treacherous ambush, even a True Spirit Prodigy [a genius with the constitution of a true primordial spirit] like the Soaring Sky Imperial Scion could be grievously wounded on the spot if caught off guard.

Yet, Eldrin Chen showed not a trace of fear. With a stride that carried him skyward, he swept his sleeve and unleashed a palm strike that manifested an Chaos Ancient Bell [an ancient bell forged from primordial chaos] to suppress the attack, completely blocking that sword energy.

"A Chaos [the primordial state of undifferentiated existence] attribute Divine Ability [a supernatural power derived from cultivation]?"

Grand Firmament's pupils contracted slightly with a cold glint. With a flick of his wrist, the Immortal Sword [a sword of immortal grade] in his hand instantly multiplied into ten thousand manifestations, unleashing a storm of countless Void Cosmos Sword Energy [sword energies capable of sundering the void and cosmos] that converged upon his target.

Eldrin Chen remained utterly composed. In that instant, he activated the Chaos Weapon Forging Art [a divine art for forging weapons from primordial chaos], instantly manifesting nine divine weapons that shot through the void: an Ancient Bell, a treasure pagoda, a Great Cauldron [a massive cauldron used for alchemy or suppression], a divine furnace, a Heavenly Blade [a blade of heavenly might], an Immortal Sword, a divine spear, and a Heavenly Halberd [a halberd of celestial power].

Empowered by Eldrin Chen's True Spirit Primordial Spirit [his true spiritual core, the Primordial Spirit] and vast mana, these nine ancient treasures erupted with power nearly rivaling nine Great Encompassing Divine Weapon [divine weapons of immense, all-encompassing power], each possessing the divine might to suppress the Cosmos [the ordered universe].

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In that fleeting instant, a series of crisp shattering sounds erupted as the countless sword energies were utterly shattered and dispersed under the suppression of those nine divine weapons.

"My turn."

In that very moment, Eldrin Chen countered with a single hand while simultaneously commanding nine Chaos Ancient Arms to sweep across the battlefield, pressing down upon Grand Firmament in a relentless barrage.

Grand Firmament met the assault with all his might, yet under the bombardment of the Chaos Ancient Arms, he was forced into continuous retreat. Within mere exchanges, he was sent reeling, blood spraying from his mouth.

"*Cough*—"

After only a few moves, Grand Firmament had already suffered a heavy blow; even his spatial Divine Ability [a supreme supernatural power] had been shattered by the onslaught.

"Allow me to face you."

It was precisely at this moment that the Chaos [the primordial state before creation] trembled with a deafening roar.

Eldrin Chen looked up to see Limitless Nine Radiance Divine Lord [a title meaning 'Divine Lord of Boundless Ninefold Radiance'] take action instantly. With a mere flick of his sleeve, he commanded nine Innate Spiritual Treasure [a supreme class of treasures born from the primordial chaos] to materialize in the sky, bearing down upon Eldrin Chen with crushing force.

These nine treasures were all companion treasures born with the Limitless Nine Radiance Divine Lord, each having reached the pinnacle realm of Innate Spiritual Treasure. Now, they simultaneously unleashed their world-shaking divine might, transforming into a set of Formation Artifact [treasures designed to work together as a formation] that descended through the air to suppress their target.

"A magnificent divine weapon."

In the instant he witnessed the Limitless Nine Radiance Divine Lord make his move, Eldrin Chen could not help but reveal a look of admiration.

This LimitlessNine Radiance Divine Lord had not only cultivated both a Great Path and a Primordial Spirit dual True Spirit Foundation, but also possessed this set of accompanying Formation Artifact as a trump card. His strength was likely approaching that of a Three True Spirit Foundations cultivator.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen did not delay. With a flick of his sleeve, he summoned a dazzling bolt of thunderous light that instantly struck the set of Formation Artifact.

The Chaos Divine Thunder lived up to its reputation as the most potent True Spirit Divine Ability. Even though it had not yet fully matured, empowered by his True Spirit Primordial Spirit, it unleashed immense power. In a single clash, it managed to hold back that set of Formation Artifact.

"Now!"

In that very moment, Defying Heaven erupted in a blood-soaked frenzy.

With a furious roar, his physical form swelled and straightened, his battle armor igniting with towering flames of crimson energy [a manifestation of potent life force and combat intent].

"*Clang!*—"

Instantly, his aura surged severalfold. The black blade and white sword in his hands crossed and merged into a single, devastating strike aimed with overwhelming force at Eldrin Chen.

Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly. This Defying Heaven truly lived up to his title as the Child of Destiny from the Primordial Domain of Myriad Gods; his combat prowess was astonishingly formidable. Not only had he cultivated a True Spirit Physique, but he had also achieved the rare True Spirit Path Fruit.

The so-called Path Fruit is the fruit of one's Great Path—the culmination of a cultivator's entire cultivation journey. Generally, it enhances a cultivator's combat power in all aspects, though the boost it provides has its limits.

However, in a life-or-death struggle, a cultivator can sacrifice the foundational essence of their own Path Fruit as a price, temporarily multiplying their combat strength severalfold.

Of course, the Path Fruit is the very foundation of a cultivator. The price for sacrificing its essence is immense. For an Eight Tribulations Ancient Immortal, sacrificing their Path Fruit could result in anything from severe damage to their foundation, requiring several Kalpa Tribulation [a grand cosmic cycle spanning billions of years] to recover, to the complete shattering of the Path Fruit itself, rendering a lifetime of cultivation utterly void.

The current sacrifice by Defying Heaven was not a true life-or-death gamble. Having cultivated the True Spirit Path Fruit, his Path Fruit had achieved true Indestructibility. Furthermore, the cost of sacrificing it was reduced by ninety percent; at worst, it would only leave his Path Fruit severely weakened.

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In that instant, after sacrificing his Path Fruit, Defying Heaven's Vitality [the foundational life force and energy of a cultivator] erupted completely. His cultivation power surged, nearly reaching the absolute pinnacle of the Mortal Realm.

In his hands, the black saber and white sword wielded divine might capable of shaking the ages. Each strike caused the Chaos [the primordial, formless state before creation] to tremble violently, even making Eldrin Chen frown slightly.

"You said my strength was insufficient, did you not?"

"Try blocking this strike!"

Defying Heaven roared, his entire being's Vitality [the life force and vigor of a cultivator] shaking the Vast and Boundless Chaos [the primordial, formless state before creation], causing even Eldrin Chen to reveal a look of seriousness.

At this moment, he held nothing back, unleashing the most formidable combat prowess ever witnessed, a power that eclipsed all past and present.

In an instant, the Chaos Primordial Breath [the foundational energy of the primordial chaos] of his True Spirit Physique [a supreme physical constitution born of a True Spirit], the majestic power of his True Spirit Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a True Spirit cultivator], and the world-shaking force of the Chaos Limitless Great Path [a supreme technique of boundless chaos] erupted simultaneously. These three True Spirit [a supreme cultivation realm] powers intertwined with his blazing True Spirit Divine Ability [a divine ability unique to True Spirit cultivators], coalescing into a Chaos Giant Hand [a colossal hand formed from chaotic energy] capable of annihilating all things.

"Four True Spirit Foundation [the foundational cultivation arts of a True Spirit]!"

At this sight, Grand Firmament paled drastically, a flicker of terror crossing his face. He turned and fled without a moment's hesitation.

It was not that he lacked courage to fight, but the gap between a single True Spirit Foundation and Four True Spirit Foundations was simply too vast. He could not even match Soaring Sky Imperial Scion, so how could he possibly face Eldrin Chen?

"BOOM!"

With a deafening roar, the Chaos [the primordial state of formless potential] giant hand tore through the Chaos, its sky-obscuring, earth-shaking power bearing down upon the black blade and white sword, suppressing them utterly.

"ARGH—!"

Defying Heaven resisted with all his might, unleashing a torrent of fury and desperation, pushing his Path Fruit [the condensed essence and achievement of a cultivator's chosen Dao or Path] to its absolute limit.

Yet even after sacrificing the True Spirit Path Fruit [the condensed essence of one's cultivation path, representing immense power and potential] and unleashing power severalfold greater, it ultimately could not compare to the combined might of the four True Spirit Foundation [a supreme cultivation art that forms the unshakable spiritual bedrock of a cultivator's power].

In that very instant, a violent sound of Chaos [the primordial, formless state from which all existence emerged] erupted. The sky-obscuring giant hand pierced straight through the Chaos, actually suppressing Defying Heaven [a cultivator whose name signifies rebellion against the heavens themselves], along with his divine weapon, forcing him to kneel within the Chaos.

"I refuse to submit!"

With a furious roar, Defying Heaven erupted with a torrent of his innate bloodline power, desperately trying to force open the Chaos Giant Hand [a divine ability manifesting as a colossal hand woven from the fabric of primordial chaos] and resume the battle.

Alas, the combined power of the four True Spirit Foundation was overwhelmingly potent. This Chaos Giant Hand was akin to the Buddha's palm that could suppress the Heavenly God [a deity residing in the heavenly realms]; how could it allow a mere 'monkey' to defy the heavens?

"*Cough*—"

Amidst the sound of violent coughing and blood-spitting, Defying Heaven ultimately failed to withstand the pressure and was sent flying backward, tumbling through the Chaos.

Eldrin Chen did not press his advantage, for in that very moment, a surging Chaos Undercurrent [a powerful, hidden current within the primordial chaos] erupted from where Defying Heaven had fallen, instantly sweeping him away into the Depths of Chaos [the profound and perilous heart of the primordial chaos].

"Truly worthy of a Child of Destiny [one whose fate is deeply intertwined with the grand workings of the cosmos, often protected by fortune itself]."

Watching Defying Heaven vanish, a subtle flicker passed through Eldrin Chen's eyes.

A Child of Heaven's Mandate [a person destined by cosmic fate to fulfill a great purpose], before their ordained mission is complete, is exceedingly difficult to slay, even for a Path Ancestor Immortal Sage.

For they are backed by a formidable force of Destiny [the predetermined course of events woven by the cosmos]. To slay such a one is to contend directly against the Tribulation Fortune Great Path [the grand cosmic law governing fortune and calamity], a feat that would likely exact a terrible price even if successful.

Contemplating this, Eldrin Chen shifted his gaze to the side.

There, not far away, Limitless Nine Radiance Divine Lord met his look and sighed with feeling. "Four True Spirit Foundation [a supreme cultivation foundation formed by fusing with a True Spirit's essence]... it seems you are the mightiest of our Southern Abyss Seven Domains."

"I am not your match, nor should I be. I can only hope that when we reach the end of this ancient path, we may stand shoulder to shoulder in battle."

With those words, Limitless Nine Radiance Divine Lord gave a slight wave of his hand and vanished into the Vast and Boundless Chaos.

Eldrin Chen made no move to pursue, allowing him to depart unhindered.

Witnessing this, Exquisite Jiang could not help but ask, "Why let him go?"

Eldrin Chen shook his head calmly. "Though he possesses only a dual True Spirit Foundation, he commands a set of Lifebound Formation Artifact [a powerful artifact array bound to its user's life force]. His combat prowess is not far inferior to one with a Three True Spirit Foundations."

"Had he truly pressed the attack just now, I could not have swiftly defeated Defying Heaven."

It turned out that just moments before, upon witnessing Eldrin Chen unleash his four True Spirit Foundations, the Limitless Nine Radiance Divine Lord had decisively ceased hostilities.

Nether Phoenix gave a slight nod of agreement and then spoke, "While we of the Southern Abyss Seven Domains contend amongst ourselves, the paramount foe in this conflict remains those from the Six Domains of the Northern Abyss."

"The Limitless Nine Radiance Divine Lord understands this as well, which is why he was unwilling to engage us in a fight to the death."

Eldrin Chen nodded in acknowledgment. It was undeniable that these two Divine Spirits from the Primordial Domain of Myriad Gods were truly formidable.

The Limitless Nine Radiance Divine Lord was one thing—possessing dual True Spirit Foundations along with a Lifebound Formation Artifact, his combat power firmly placed him at the level of a weaker practitioner with three such Foundations.

Defying Heaven's standard combat strength rested at dual True Spirit Foundations, yet by sacrificing a Path Fruit to unleash his ultimate power, he could reach the level of a stronger practitioner with three Foundations.

Even Eldrin Chen would need to mobilize all four of his True Spirit Foundations and exert his utmost might to forcibly subdue Defying Heaven.

With the two of them joining forces, Eldrin Chen would indeed have to expend considerable effort. Victory would likely only come after Defying Heaven's explosive power waned and he entered a weakened state.

In truth, if they realized they were outmatched, they would not stubbornly fight on until Defying Heaven's burst of power ended before attempting to flee.

Therefore, if they truly united, Eldrin Chen might not secure a decisive advantage. The more probable outcome would be a fierce battle concluding with him watching helplessly as they made their escape.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen could not help but smile faintly. "It seems the strength of this generation from the Southern Abyss Seven Domains is not weak. They should be able to share some of the pressure when facing that one from the Northern Abyss Foreign Realm."

Hearing this, Exquisite Jiang also nodded in agreement. As the saying goes, two fists are no match for four hands. Even though Eldrin Chen had cultivated the Four True Spirit Foundations and had illuminated his three major Primordial Spirit Apertures [the core spiritual gateways within a cultivator's soul], if he were besieged by multiple prodigies with two or even Three True Spirit Foundations, he might not gain a significant advantage.

Not to mention, within the Northern Abyss Foreign Realm, there was an even more formidable foe with at least Four True Spirit Foundations, or possibly even five True Spirit Foundation [a foundational cultivation stage focusing on purifying one's spiritual essence].

Returning to the matter at hand, Eldrin Chen quickly gathered his wandering thoughts. Gazing at the Chaos Lair before him, a trace of a smile flickered in the depths of his eyes.

This Chaos Immortal Vessel Nest was a ninth-grade lair Within the Chaos Lair [referring to the internal structure of the lair itself], a mid-tier Fourth Grade Chaos Lair corresponding to an existence at the Great Encompassing Golden Immortal Early Stage.

A Chaos Lair of this level, if found in the outside world, would have at least one Great Encompassing Golden Immortal Early Stage Chaos Fiend [a powerful demon born from primordial chaos] entrenched within it.

Fortunately, the Chaos Heaven Abyss was perilous and unpredictable. Beings above the Great Encompassing realm dared not venture too deep, and the Chaos Fiend dared not emerge. Therefore, there were no Chaos Fiend-level powerholders here.

Now, Eldrin Chen carefully examined the Chaos Lair. After a long while, he finally spoke. "This Chaos Immortal Vessel Nest possesses a natural Great Path [the supreme principle governing all existence] field. Its grade has reached the Great Encompassing Rank. Fortunately, without a Chaos Fiend to command it, breaking through should not be difficult."

Eldrin Chen murmured softly and immediately joined forces with the others to dismantle the formation.

With over a dozen people striking together, the pace of breaking the formation was naturally swift. Not long after, Eldrin Chen had torn open a corner of the field and stepped Within the Chaos Lair.

The moment he stepped into the Chaos Lair, Eldrin Chen heard a resonant deer's cry echo from within the depths of the lair.

Immediately after, a magnificent Nine-Colored Immortal Deer [a legendary creature of immense fortune and grace] came treading upon ethereal ripples, its gaze fixed upon Eldrin Chen with a mixture of innocent bewilderment and nascent fear.

"A Nine-Colored Immortal Deer,"

At the sight of this creature, Nether Phoenix let out a soft gasp of surprise, her expression blooming with delight.

Eldrin Chen's eyes also flickered with a trace of astonishment.

The so-called Nine-Colored Immortal Deer, also known as the Nine-Colored Immortal Stag, is an exceedingly noble Chaos Saint Spirit [a primordial spirit born from the essence of chaos]. It is said to be born from the confluence of nine distinct Great Path [fundamental cosmic laws or principles], making it a rare and auspicious holy spirit within the Chaos [the primordial, formless state from which all existence emerged].

Such auspicious spirits are gentle by nature. If one gains its allegiance, it can stabilize and enhance the Fortune [the collective luck, destiny, and spiritual prosperity] of an entire ancient sect or lineage.

Most crucially, it is said that a Nine-Colored Immortal Deer of the Great Encompassing Golden Immortal [a supreme realm of immortal cultivation] level will shed a pair of its nine-colored antlers approximately once every Kalpa Tribulation [a cosmic cycle of immense duration, often marking epochs of destruction and renewal].

Those antlers, when used as a medicinal ingredient, can refine the Great Encompassing Immortal Pill [a supreme elixir of legendary potency]. This pill, infused with the power of nine Great Path, can assist an Immortal [a being who has achieved immortality through cultivation] in transforming their foundational essence, increasing their chances of establishing a single Indestructibility Foundation [an unshakable foundation for future ascension] by thirty percent.

Furthermore, the innate talent of a Nine-Colored Immortal Deer is astonishingly profound, comparable to that of the Nine-Colored Immortal Clam [a mythical clam of great spiritual power]. In theory, it possesses the potential to break through and become a Primordial One Imperial Lord [a sovereign ruler who has returned to and mastered the state of primordial unity].

With this thought, Eldrin Chen could not help but inquire, "I have heard that within the Three Thousand Immortal Domains [the collective name for the myriad realms of the Immortal World], there is also a senior of the Nine-Colored Immortal Deer lineage?"

"Indeed."

Nether Phoenix spoke, her gaze filled with astonishment. "That is the Progenitor of the Immortal Deer Clan. He is a senior at the level of a Primordial One Imperial Lord [the pinnacle realm for Imperial Lords, representing the unity of one's foundational Dao], and can even converse as an equal with the venerable Primordial Genesis Path Ancestor."

Eldrin Chen nodded, a flicker of surprise crossing his features. The Immortal Deer Clan possessed three Primordial One Imperial Lord. Their strength ranked eighth among the Hundred Immortal Spirit Races [a collective term for the hundred most powerful spirit beast and divine beast clans], their power and foundation surpassing the current Immortal Clam Clan by more than a hundredfold.

One must understand, those clans ranked within the top ten of the Hundred Immortal Spirit Races typically possessed figures who had reached the Great Perfection Primordial One Imperial Lord [the absolute peak of the Primordial One Imperial Lord realm].

Such individuals were but a single portion of Chaos Genesis Energy [the primordial energy from which all creation is born] away from attempting to breach the realm of a Path Ancestor Immortal Sage. Success would instantly elevate their clan to the status of a Sovereign-level power, akin to the Human, Demon, and Divine races.

The Chaos Saint Spirit [a spirit born from primordial chaos with immense potential] Nine-Colored Immortal Deer before them, in terms of innate aptitude, was theoretically very close to that of the Immortal Deer Clan Progenitor.

Of course, this was merely a similarity in potential. This was not the early Primordial Era when the Primordial Immortal Domain first opened. The cultivation environment and resources available to this Nine-Colored Immortal Deer could not compare to those of the Immortal Deer Clan Progenitor. Whether it could cultivate to that supreme realm remained shrouded in uncertainty.

With this in mind, Eldrin Chen gazed upon the Nine-Colored Immortal Deer and spoke with calm authority, "Are you willing to follow me?"

"I am willing."

The Nine-Colored Immortal Deer [a legendary creature of auspicious omen] opened its mouth, transforming into a breathtakingly beautiful maiden, and swore an oath of fealty upon her Dao Heart [the core of a cultivator's will and conviction].

Just moments before, she had witnessed the supreme combat prowess of Eldrin Chen's four True Spirit Foundation [foundational cultivation arts based on True Spirits]. Recognizing she was far from a match for Eldrin Chen, she chose submission without hesitation.

Watching the Nine-Colored Immortal Deer swear upon her Dao Heart, Eldrin Chen couldn't help but smile faintly. This was a genuine Nine-Colored Immortal Deer, a being with the potential to reach the Primordial One Imperial Lord [a supreme realm of cultivation]!

He conducted a brief inspection and was astonished to discover this nine-colored deer had already cultivated six Indestructibility Foundation [foundations of unbreakable durability]: her physical body, her Great Path [her core cultivation art], her Path Fruit [the fruit of her cultivation path], her spiritual energy reserves, her Primordial Spirit [her spiritual core], and her Divine Ability [a supreme supernatural power].

This discovery left Eldrin Chen quite surprised. After observing her for another moment, he inquired, "How did you manage to cultivate the Indestructibility Foundation while being here?"

The Nine-Colored Immortal Deer nodded eagerly and answered truthfully, "This Chaos Lair [a primordial nest formed from chaos] took shape three hundred billion years ago. I was conceived alongside it at that time and reached the point where I could emerge into the world thousands of billions of years ago."

"But because Heaven Abyss [a dangerous location] was far too perilous, I dared not attempt the breakthrough to Great Encompassing [a high cultivation realm]. So, I have been suppressing my cultivation, preventing the breakthrough."

Eldrin Chen nodded in understanding, realizing immediately that this Nine-Colored Immortal Deer had turned misfortune into a blessing.

Generally speaking, outside of the Chaos Heaven Abyss [the Primordial Chaos Heavenly Abyss], an Ancient Immortal Great Power [an immensely powerful ancient immortal] would be forced to undergo Kalpa Tribulation [a cataclysmic heavenly trial] if they lacked the protection of a Great Encompassing Golden Immortal [a supreme immortal of the Great Encompassing realm].

In truth, even with the protection of a Great Encompassing Golden Immortal, an Ancient Immortal could not avoid Tribulation [heavenly trials] forever—unless they were willing to abandon cultivation entirely and remain perpetually within the Immortal Domain [a realm created by an immortal] opened by that Great Encompassing Golden Immortal, never to leave.

Otherwise, if one cultivates using Chaos resources, they will inevitably accumulate a vast amount of Karmic Sin Light [a malevolent aura born from sinful karma], inviting calamity upon themselves sooner or later.

The Chaos Heaven Abyss is a unique place. Here, there is no Heavenly Path Will [the conscious will of the Heavenly Dao], and it exists in a state of perpetual chaos where the Great Path [the fundamental laws of the cosmos] are disintegrating. Consequently, Kalpa Tribulation [cosmic cycles of destruction and rebirth] and all manner of Tribulation [heaven-sent trials and calamities] do not occur here.

Furthermore, the Nine-Colored Immortal Deer is an auspicious holy spirit that remains unstained by karmic miasma. It can dissolve Karmic Sin Power [the corrupting power of sinful deeds] and accumulate Merit [positive spiritual credit from virtuous actions]. This is how it has been able to cultivate peacefully for hundreds of billions of years.

The current Nine-Colored Immortal Deer has already cultivated seven great Indestructibility Foundation [foundations of unyielding durability]. Its strength is now on par with, if not surpassing, that of a peerless prodigy who has forged a single True Spirit Foundation [a foundation of pure primordial spirit].

"Excellent," he said.

Having understood the Nine-Colored Immortal Deer's power, Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod, a smile gracing his features.

By his estimation, the moment the Nine-Colored Immortal Deer left the Chaos Heaven Abyss, its breakthrough to Great Encompassing Golden Immortal would be but an instant away.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen chuckled and said, "Let's see what treasures you have stored here."

Upon hearing this, the Nine-Colored Immortal Deer shot Eldrin Chen a pitiful, aggrieved look. Then, from within its Chaos Immortal Vessel Nest [a pocket dimension within its immortal form], it produced a mountain-like pile of Rare Spiritual Wonders [precious materials imbued with spiritual energy].

Eldrin Chen took one glance, his face first lighting up with delight, only for a trace of wry bitterness to quickly follow.

Among the Rare Spiritual Wonders [precious and rare spiritual materials] of the Nine-Colored Immortal Deer [a mythical deer of nine colors], the most abundant were actually the Nine-Colored Deer Antlers [antlers shed by the Nine-Colored Immortal Deer]. There were over three thousand pairs of these antlers, clearly shed by the deer over the years.

However, these antlers were indeed extraordinary; each pair was a Supreme Grade Primordial Unity Rare Treasure [a supreme-grade treasure of the Primordial Unity realm] of twenty-four Dao Patterns or more. If used as medicinal ingredients, they could refine Ninth Rank Supreme Grade [the supreme grade of the ninth rank] Primordial Unity Immortal Pill [an immortal pill of the Primordial Unity realm].

While such an Immortal Pill [a pill of immortal grade] lacked the divine wonder of a Great Encompassing [the Great Encompassing realm] Nine-Colored Immortal Deer, it was a superior cultivation resource for breaking through the Great Encompassing Heavenly Pass [a crucial bottleneck realm]. Most importantly, the quantity was staggering—enough for thousands of Ancient Immortal Great Power [powerful beings at the Ancient Immortal level] to use.

"An accumulation of three thousand Kalpa Tribulation [cosmic cycles of immense duration], truly an Extraordinary [remarkable] treasure,"

Eldrin Chen nodded. Under the pitiful gaze of the immortal deer maiden, he collected the three thousand pairs of antlers and then turned his attention to the other Rare Spiritual Wonders.

Compared to the antlers, the other Rare Spiritual Wonders were far fewer in number, totaling a mere sixteen items. However, the value of these Rare Spiritual Wonders was utterly astonishing.

Eldrin Chen glanced over them: ten items of Great Encompassing Rare Treasure [rare treasures of the Great Encompassing realm], three strands of Innate Indestructibility Spirit Light [an innate, indestructible spiritual radiance], the Lower Grade Innate Spiritual Treasure [a lower-grade innate spiritual artifact] Nine-Colored Immortal Vessel [a nine-colored immortal vessel], the Lower Grade Innate Spiritual Treasure 'Nine-Colored Nyssa' [a nine-colored immortal garment], and a lower-grade Innate Heavenly God Herb [an innate herb of heavenly god grade] 'Nine-Colored Immortal Fruit' [a nine-colored immortal fruit].

All seventeen of these treasures were of staggering value. The ten Great Encompassing Rare Treasure were one thing, but the seven Rare Spiritual Wonders at the Innate Spiritual Treasure [innate spiritual artifact] level were truly breathtaking.

The Innate Indestructibility Spirit Light needs no further explanation. The Nine-Colored Immortal Vessel was an object born alongside the Nine-Colored Immortal Deer.

The Nine-Colored Nyssa was a magnificent Innate [innate] Nyssa [an immortal garment]. This treasure was nurtured by the Nine-Colored Immortal Deer over three thousand Kalpa Tribulation, using the Innate Indestructibility Spirit Light as its foundation, absorbing nine-colored primordial essence and the essence of dawn's first light to bring it into being.

The Nine-Colored Immortal Fruit [a fruit of divine radiance containing nine distinct primordial energies] is a tenth-rank Innate Heavenly God Herb [a supreme herb born from the essence of heaven and earth]. It contains nine types of Great Path Origin [the foundational essence of the fundamental cosmic laws] and is exceptionally compatible with Nyssa Qu's cultivation foundation. If consumed by Nyssa Qu, it would undoubtedly elevate her foundational potential immensely.

"These treasures..."

Suppressing the excitement in his heart, Eldrin Chen could not resist taking three strands of Innate Indestructibility Spirit Light [a primordial, unbreakable spiritual radiance]. Then, he also claimed the Nine-Colored Immortal Fruit.

Although the Nine-Colored Immortal Deer [a divine deer whose coat shimmers with nine colors] had lived for thousands of Kalpa Tribulation [immense cosmic cycles spanning billions of years], she had spent her life sheltered within her lair, too fearful of the dangers outside to venture forth. Having never encountered other living beings, she was utterly unprepared for this scene and was on the verge of tears.

Simultaneously, Exquisite Jiang, Nyssa Qu, and Nether Phoenix all gazed at Nine-Colored Nyssa's beautiful garments, their faces alight with unmistakable longing.

"Wuuu—"

Watching Eldrin Chen take four treasures, and seeing the others still coveting her lovely attire,

the Nine-Colored Immortal Deer could hold back no longer. She snatched the remaining treasures into her embrace and burst into loud, heart-wrenching sobs.

"These are Gentle Deer's! All of these are Gentle Deer's! Waaah…"

"Ah, don't cry, don't cry!"

Eldrin Chen felt a wave of awkwardness. After a good deal of coaxing, he looked at the others and said, "What kind of looks are those? We're all on the same side now. How could you think of snatching Little Gentle Deer's treasures?"

As he spoke, Eldrin Chen patted the head of the Nine-Colored Immortal Deer and said, "Don't be afraid, don't be afraid. I'm just borrowing these things for a little while. I promise I'll give them back to you later."

"Really?"

The Nine-Colored Immortal Deer nodded, its innocent eyes lighting up.

Eldrin Chen nodded firmly. "I promise I won't lie to you. I'll pay you back double in the future."

"Double?"

Gentle Deer's eyes sparkled, its tears instantly replaced by a smile. "You're actually pretty nice."

"Just trying my best," Eldrin Chen replied, feeling a bit sheepish. He then added, "About that Nine-Colored Immortal Water in your vial... could I borrow a little of that too? I'll pay you back double for that as well."

"You promise?"

"You have my word."

Gentle Deer said with a pleading look, still giving him three portions of Nine-Colored Immortal Water [a miraculous water imbued with the essence of nine celestial colors, said to possess potent healing and restorative properties].

After taking the Nine-Colored Immortal Water, Eldrin Chen proceeded to divide the ten portions of Great Encompassing Rare Treasure [an exceedingly rare and precious material found only in the primordial chaos, used for crafting supreme artifacts]. Gentle Deer was somewhat reluctant, but remembering Eldrin Chen's promise to repay her twofold, she could only watch with longing eyes as the treasures were distributed among the others.

Once the treasures were divided, Eldrin Chen handed the Nine-Colored Immortal Fruit [a legendary fruit that ripens once every cosmic cycle, its nine hues representing the harmony of all creation] to Nyssa Qu. He then rose to his feet and declared, "Let us depart. We must make for the Depths of Chaos [the primordial, formless expanse from which all realms were born, a place of both immense danger and profound mystery]."

The Nine-Colored Immortal Deer [a sacred beast of auspicious omen, its coat shimmering with the light of nine colors] seemed momentarily stunned, blinking in confusion. "Go where?" she asked, her voice tinged with innocence. "What about my home? Am I to abandon it?"

"Abandon it for now," Eldrin Chen replied. "I shall take you beyond these confines so you may achieve your breakthrough into the Great Encompassing [the legendary realm of cultivation where one's spirit merges with the boundless cosmos, transcending all limitations]."

Eldrin Chen could not help but feel a pang of exasperation at the sacred spirit's almost frightening naivety. "Once your cultivation has reached greater heights," he explained patiently, "you may return and bring your home with you."

Even with this reassurance, the Nine-Colored Immortal Deer was filled with reluctance. For three thousand Kalpa Tribulation [immense cosmic cycles spanning billions of years, marking the rise and fall of worlds], she had dwelled here, never once venturing beyond its borders.

Yet, having never glimpsed the world outside, a powerful curiosity stirred within her. The prospect of breaking through to the Great Encompassing Realm, coupled with this newfound yearning for the unknown, finally tipped the scales. She resolved to embark on the journey.

Some time later, after meticulously packing away nearly all the important treasures from her Chaos Immortal Vessel Nest [a sanctuary crafted within a fragment of primordial chaos, serving as both home and repository for a sacred spirit] and reinforcing its protective Formation [a complex array of energy channels and symbols used to create defensive barriers, trap enemies, or gather spiritual power] multiple times over, she finally followed Eldrin Chen away. With every few steps, she cast a longing glance back over her shoulder, her heart still tethered to the only home she had ever known. Immerse yourself in the complete world at audio-novel-dot-com.