Chapter 1950 : The Forging of an Immortal Body

"Oh?"

Qiyuan Chen was somewhat puzzled, but still spoke: "Between you and me, you can speak your mind directly."

"Mm."

Eldrin Chen nodded, then stated his request: "I wish to comprehend the Ancestor's Gold and Silver Body-Forging Art, and it would be best if I could personally observe the Ancestor's cultivation process."

Upon hearing this, Qiyuan Chen immediately understood and grasped Eldrin Chen's intent.

As the creator of the Gold and Silver Body-Forging Art, Qiyuan Chen understood better than anyone the extraordinary nature of this divine ability.

The so-called Gold and Silver Body-Forging Art primarily involves absorbing the power of Adamantine [a legendary, supremely hard metal] and Mithril [a legendary, magic-resistant silver metal], integrating it into the physical body to enhance its potential and resilience.

However, both Adamantine and Mithril are among the most unique of metals. As the saying goes, Adamantine is Indestructible and Unbreakable, ranking first among all immortal metals in terms of physical resistance.

Mithril, in turn, is hailed as the bane of all sorcery, possessing an innate Mana Immunity property.

Generally speaking, possessing even one of these two properties is enough to roam the Chaos [the primordial, formless state before creation] with unmatched dominance. Yet, Qiyuan Chen managed to fuse both properties simultaneously—how utterly heaven-defying must that be?

It must be understood that Mithril and Adamantine are inherently incompatible; their Dao Patterns [the fundamental energy structures that define an object's nature] are fundamentally mutually repulsive and are naturally incapable of fusing together.

How did Qiyuan Chen manage to make these two metals fuse and ultimately maintain a balance within his own body?

"Since you wish to know, then observe and counsel."

Qiyuan Chen murmured softly, then began refining the Mithril, gradually integrating it into his physical form.

Eldrin Chen witnessed this process firsthand, and it was only at this moment that he fully comprehended the profound mystery of Qiyuan Chen's chosen path.

He realized that the Gold and Silver Body-Forging Art cultivated by Qiyuan Chen did not rely on brute force to overcome and fuse the two Dao Patterns. Instead, it ingeniously redirected the repulsive force *between* the patterns outward.

The repulsion between Adamantine and Mithril was, through subtle adjustments to the positioning of their Dao Patterns by Qiyuan Chen, skillfully channeled beyond the flesh. There, it formed a shield of repulsive force, a defense of near-Unbreakable and Indestructible resilience.

This repulsive force acted as an additional layer of protective aura. It could deflect magical energy assaults and significantly mitigate physical damage. Furthermore, as the repulsive force grew stronger, so too would its defensive power.

Beyond this, by fine-tuning the placement of the Dao Patterns, Qiyuan Chen also resolved the mutual repulsion between the Adamantine and Mithril.

Because the repulsion of the patterns was expelled outward, an equal and opposite attractive force was generated on the other side. This, astonishingly, caused the Dao Patterns of Adamantine and Mithril to fuse together even more tightly and inseparably.

Under such circumstances, to truly injure Qiyuan Chen, one must first pierce through the repulsive force field enveloping his body, and then directly confront the combined physical and magical resistance of the Adamantine [a legendary, supremely hard metal] and Mithril [a mythical, silvery metal known for its lightness and strength] Dao Patterns inscribed upon his flesh.

Whether it be a physical assault or a magical onslaught, after successively breaching these two formidable layers of defense, their potency is drastically diminished, rendering them largely incapable of inflicting serious harm upon Qiyuan Chen.

Most crucially, Qiyuan Chen is on the verge of mastering Mana Immunity. Once achieved, the simultaneous activation of the 'Mana Immunity' and 'Indestructible Golden Body' True Spirit Divine Runes [divine sigils born from the cultivator's true spirit essence] will elevate the resilience of his physical form to a realm almost beyond description.

Magical attacks and physical means of equivalent cultivation realm will find it nearly impossible to cause Qiyuan Chen any significant injury.

"Marvelous,"

"To subtly adjust the Dao Patterns of Adamantine and Mithril at the fundamental level of Dao and natural law, ultimately achieving their perfect fusion."

"Ancestor, this Gold and Silver Body-Forging Art could, in a sense, be hailed as one of the supreme Great Luo Formations [the highest tier of divine formations] within the Myriad Heavens."

After comprehending the profound mysteries within the Gold and Silver Body-Forging Art, Eldrin Chen could not help but voice his admiration.

Qiyuan Chen shook his head, speaking with calm humility, "My cultivation of the Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core and highest essence of a cultivator] and the Great Dao is not exceptional. It is only in this Path of Fleshly Body Sanctification that I possess a modicum of talent."

"Such a transcendent path to the heavens, how could it be described with mere 'modicum of talent'?"

Eldrin Chen shook his head, unable to help but marvel once more at the profound mysteries of the Qiyuan Chen's Great Dao [the supreme, fundamental principle of cultivation and existence].

One must understand that altering the laws and rules of a Great Dao is no simple feat.

For the Gold and Silver Body-Forging Art at lower realms, the changes involved only laws, rules, and Dao Principles [the foundational tenets of a cultivation path]; with the comprehension of a top-tier Ancient Immortal, such modifications were still within the realm of possibility.

However, upon reaching the level of a Great Dao, its Dao Patterns [the intrinsic, cosmic inscriptions that define a Dao's essence] become increasingly perfected and complete. How could adjusting such Dao Patterns ever be an easy task?

In essence, this act is tantamount to completing a Great Dao itself—a feat only achievable by a Grand Luo Golden Immortal who walks the Path of Dao Dominion [the cultivation path focused on mastering and dominating a specific Great Dao].

That Qiyuan Chen, who does not cultivate the Path of Dao Dominion, could alter the Innate Dao Patterns [the natural, cosmic inscriptions born within spiritual materials] of Adamantine and Mithril clearly demonstrates that his aptitude for comprehending the Great Dao must be exceptionally outstanding.

The reason he did not pursue the Path of Dao Dominion was because he wished to devote all his energy to the Path of Fleshly Body Sanctification [the cultivation path focused on perfecting and sanctifying the physical body], concentrating solely on researching and perfecting this Gold and Silver Body-Forging Art.

Furthermore, there was another reason: the Solar Celestial Emperor already held dominion over the Great Dao of the Sun. Qiyuan Chen was unwilling to hand anyone a potential advantage over him.

With these thoughts in mind, Eldrin Chen could not help but smile and say, "Ancestor, your Gold and Silver Body-Forging Art has provided me with significant inspiration for my own cultivation. I offer my sincere thanks for your guidance this time."

"If I have been of some assistance to you, then I can find a measure of solace in that," Qiyuan Chen replied.

Qiyuan Chen smiled faintly, offering no further words.

In the years that followed, Qiyuan Chen continuously refined vast quantities of Mithril, causing the strength and latent potential of his physical body to grow ever greater.

As time flowed on, a sea of high-grade Mithril was refined, ultimately allowing Qiyuan, the Ancient Ancestor's True Spirit Physique [a supreme physical constitution born of primordial spiritual essence] to once more shatter a certain limit, drawing forth a deluge of True Spirit Imprint [primordial spiritual patterns that can be absorbed to empower one's foundation] for infusion.

Harnessing these True Spirit Imprint, Qiyuan, the Ancient Ancestor succeeded in cultivating a second True Spirit Divine Runes [primordial spiritual patterns that grant divine abilities] within his body—'Mana Immunity' [a divine ability granting immunity to most forms of magical energy]—and even seized the momentum to cultivate a third True Spirit Divine Runes, 'Solar Conflagration' [a divine ability of ultimate solar eruption].

This so-called 'Solar Conflagration' was also a standout among the True Spirit Divine Runes, a divine pattern exceptionally compatible with Qiyuan Chen.

It belonged to the category of offensive divine patterns, specifically the Eruption-type of Forbidden Divine Ability [divine abilities of immense power that carry severe consequences], its might ranking as supremely formidable.

This Solar Conflagration was a True Spirit Divine Runes derived from the Great Dao of the Sun [the supreme principle governing the solar essence]. Its key lay in continuously burning the True Spirit Physique, elevating one's power to its absolute zenith like a Grand Yang [the supreme, primal essence of the sun] Eruption.

Once this True Spirit Divine Runes was unleashed, Qiyuan Chen's strength, defense, speed, and all other aspects of his physical power would be elevated to their utmost limits. Furthermore, it would completely shatter the boundaries of what his flesh could endure, allowing him to touch upon an indescribable realm of ultimate extremity.

Thus, upon activating Solar Conflagration, Qiyuan Chen's combat prowess would be multiplied severalfold.

However, the price for wielding Solar Conflagration was equally immense. Once this Forbidden Divine Ability was set in motion, it became as irreversible as a supernova's Eruption, continuing relentlessly until it had consumed Qiyuan Chen's Blood Qi [the vital life-force energy within the blood] and his very foundational essence before finally ceasing.

For an ordinary Grand Luo Golden Immortal [the pinnacle realm of cultivation, representing an immortal of immense power and longevity], once they unleash this Forbidden Divine Ability [a supreme, world-shaking technique whose use carries catastrophic personal cost], even if they succeed in slaying their foe, they themselves would most likely perish as a result.

Fortunately, Qiyuan Chen had cultivated the True Spirit Physique [a legendary body constitution that forms the foundation of true, unyielding immortality]. Even if he burned through all his Blood Qi [the vital life force and essence contained within one's blood] and his flesh Decay [to wither and dissipate, losing its fundamental essence], this physique, rooted in utter Imperishable [the state of being indestructible and immune to true death], would allow him to slowly undergo Restoration [the process of recovery and reconstitution] within the long river of time.

Furthermore, as Qiyuan Chen had also cultivated Mana Immunity [resistance to magical and spiritual energy attacks] and an Unbreakable [indestructible] golden body, he could withstand the constant burning of this Solar Conflagration [a divine ability of immense, sun-like destructive power]. Therefore, he could maintain this forbidden combat prowess for an extended period, with the side effects greatly reduced.

According to Eldrin Chen's estimation, if Qiyuan Chen were to break through to the Grand Luo [the Grand Luo realm, a supreme stage of cultivation] and then unleash this divine ability, it would likely take ten Kalpa Tribulation [a cosmic cycle of immense duration, often spanning billions of years] for him to complete his Restoration.

If he were willing to spare no cost, consuming resources like the Fiend God Heartblood Pill [a supreme pill refined from the heart's blood of a Fiend God] and Great Luo Immortal Pill [a pill of immense potency for Grand Luo immortals] to accelerate the Restoration process, he could reduce the recovery time to within one Kalpa Tribulation.

Understanding this, Eldrin Chen could not help but smile and say, "With this breakthrough, Ancestor, you have now cultivated three major True Spirit Divine Runes [mystical runes that embody and empower the True Spirit Physique]. It seems attaining the Grand Luo Dao will be effortless for you."

Hearing this, Qiyuan Chen also allowed a faint smile to touch his lips.

It was undeniable—with the cultivation of the three major True Spirit Divine Runes, his current True Spirit Physique was truly formidable.

Although in terms of pure physical resilience, it might not yet surpass Eldrin Chen's body, which had once cultivated Five True Spirit Divine Runes [a divine ability granted by five True Spirit Divine Runes], his physical power was now peerless, with virtually no match within the entire Great Luo Realm [the realm of Grand Luo cultivators].

Now, within Qiyuan Chen's True Spirit Physique, there resided not only the three major True Spirit Divine Runes, but also the empowerment of six great Bloodline Divine Ability [innate supernatural powers passed down through one's bloodline].

These divine abilities and divine runes have amplified his power to its absolute zenith. Once he breaks through to the Realm of the Great Luo Golden Immortal [the pinnacle realm of immortal cultivation], he would be more than capable of contending with a Mid Great Luo Golden Immortal [an immortal at the mid-stage of the Great Luo Golden Immortal realm] in physical combat.

Given the unique properties of the two Truth Divine Runes—Indestructible Golden Body [a divine ability granting an unbreakable physical form] and Mana Immunity [a divine ability that grants immunity to most forms of magical energy]—Eldrin Chen suspected that even a Mid-Great Immortal Realm [an immortal at the mid-stage of the Great Immortal realm] practitioner of the Path of Dao Dominion [a supreme cultivation art focused on dominating the Dao] would likely be no match for Qiyuan Chen.

Contemplating this, Qiyuan Chen spoke, "My foundation is sufficiently solid. When do you believe I should attempt my breakthrough to Grand Luo Golden Immortal [the realm of the Grand Luo Golden Immortal]?"

"Wait for another two Kalpa Tribulation [cosmic cycles of immense duration, often involving great tribulations]," replied Eldrin Chen after a long pause.

He continued, "For now, our Chen Clan must prioritize discretion and maintain a low profile in all matters."

Upon hearing this, Qiyuan Chen offered no further comment.

He understood perfectly. Within the current Chen Immortal Clan, there were many Immortal [beings who have ascended to immortality] who exclusively cultivated the Path of Self-Sacrifice [a profound cultivation art that requires immense personal sacrifice to forge an unparalleled foundation]. These individuals would require roughly two more Kalpa Tribulation of accumulation to fully polish their foundations to perfection before attempting to charge the gates of the Realm of the Great Luo Golden Immortal.

Most crucially, the Chen Immortal Clan still lacked the confidence to dare have Grand Luo Golden Immortal emerge consecutively over the span of just a few Kalpa Tribulation.

Doing so would likely force their remaining adversaries to abandon all restraint and seek a final, decisive battle with Eldrin Chen.

Considering this, Qiyuan Chen suddenly spoke again, "In truth, you need not worry overmuch. The Path of Self-Sacrifice opens the path to an Inner Immortal Domain [a personal, internal realm of immortality]. If one were to achieve the Dao quietly, scattered across several different Origin Domain [primordial realms of existence], it might well escape the notice of others."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen could not help but have his eyes brighten slightly, a flicker of pleasant surprise coloring his expression.

Indeed, the Path of Self-Sacrifice [a supreme cultivation method that forges an inner world] opens up an Inner Immortal Domain [a self-contained, undetectable personal realm]. This meant that as long as they quietly underwent their Kalpa Tribulation [a cataclysmic heavenly trial to ascend to immortality] and achieved the Dao in some other Origin Domain [a primordial world or universe], then returned to the Three Thousand Immortal Domains [the collective name for the myriad immortal realms], it would be exceedingly difficult for others to detect them for a short time.

After all, an Inner Immortal Domain cannot be perceived by others. Unless one directly interacts with a Primordial Chaos Emperor Monarch [a supreme ruler born from the primordial chaos] or the Chaos Celestial Emperor himself, a Grand Luo Golden Immortal [a pinnacle immortal who has attained the Grand Luo realm] of the Path of Self-Sacrifice hiding within the Chaos [the formless, primordial state before creation] would be nearly impossible to trace or pinpoint.

Thinking of this, Eldrin Chen could not help but smile and say, "The Ancestor's reminder is well-taken. It seems this point had slipped my mind. In that case, Ancestor, you may choose for yourself whether and when to achieve the Dao."

"You were simply too close to the matter to see it clearly."

Qiyuan Chen chuckled, then continued, "While the Kalpa Tribulation has not yet descended, I shall consolidate my foundations a little further. Afterwards, before the tribulation arrives, I will venture into the Depths of Chaos [the most remote and perilous regions of the primordial void]. Finally, I shall transcend the Kalpa Tribulation and achieve the Dao outside the boundaries of the Three Thousand Immortal Domains."

"Agreed."

Eldrin Chen nodded. After a moment's thought, he also bestowed upon Qiyuan Chen three strands of Innate Indestructible Spiritual Light [a primordial, unbreakable essence of creation] to aid him in Ascension [the process of elevating an artifact's rank] his life-bound Spiritual Treasure [a cultivator's personally forged and soul-linked artifact], the 'Eastern Emperor Bell'.

Having settled this matter, Eldrin Chen departed from the Ancient Silver Dragon Nest and sought out Kael Chen, who was in secluded cultivation.

Upon meeting him, Eldrin Chen asked with a smile, "Tens of millions of years have passed since we last met. It seems the depth of your foundation, Clan Brother, has grown even more astonishing."

It must be admitted that Kael Chen's talent and audacity are rare across the ages.

For many years now, Kael Chen has spent most of his time wandering within the Chaos [the primordial, formless void from which all things originate], rarely returning to the confines of the Abyssal Immortal Domain.

The most crucial point is that an issue arose in Kael Chen's cultivation. He split his own Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator] into three, transforming into three Peerless Ancient Immortal [an Ancient Immortal of unmatched power] entities: a Dao Lord, a Demon Lord, and a Buddha.

These three Ancient Immortal [a cultivator who has transcended mortality and achieved immense longevity and power] have all been cultivated by Kael Chen to the Eight Calamities Ancient Immortal Realm [the realm of an Ancient Immortal who has survived eight great tribulations], and each possesses a supreme Indestructible Foundation [a foundation of cultivation that is unbreakable and eternal], making them world-shaking powers.

These three Peerless Ancient Immortal wander the Chaos not to slay Chaos Ancient Beast [primordial beasts born from the Chaos] for resources, but to comprehend different Daos [paths or fundamental principles] and methods.

In truth, Kael Chen's Dao Lord aspect has spent these years searching for true Daoist techniques within the remnant fragments of the Immortal Cosmos Origin Domain [the primordial source realm of the Immortal Cosmos]. His Buddha aspect roams the myriad Myriad Heavens [countless celestial realms] within the Three Thousand Immortal Domains, delivering all beings from suffering. The one that remains now is his true Demon Lord form.

Even so, this Demon Lord true form has grown increasingly transcendent. While his body is suffused with a heaven-scorching aura of the most Yin [the passive, dark, feminine principle] and most sinister Demonic Fiend Qi [demonic and fiendish energy], his bearing possesses a strangely alternative kind of sacred purity.

"Returning to the origin through nourishment, transcending the mundane to enter the sacred."

Eldrin Chen praised, then inquired, "I observe that your Dao arts have recently pierced the heavens, Clan Brother. This Demon Lord true form likely points directly toward the Grand Luo [the supreme realm of cultivation, representing ultimate unity and transcendence]."

"One step remains."

Kael Chen shook his head and spoke, "This demon monarch's true form has reached its absolute limit, yet the final step remains elusive. After the Kalpa Tribulation [the great cosmic cataclysm that marks the end of an age] commences, I intend to journey to the Six Domains of the Northern Abyss. I shall return after one full Kalpa Tribulation has passed."

Eldrin Chen nodded, personally pouring a cup of tea for Kael Chen before speaking, "Clan Brother, I dare ask, what is a demon?"

Upon hearing this, Kael Chen immediately wanted to answer, but in that instant, he paused slightly, finding himself momentarily at a loss for words.

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen asked further, "What is the Dao [the fundamental principle or path in Chinese philosophy and cultivation], and what, then, is Buddha?"

"What is Buddha? What is the Dao? And what, then, is a demon?"

Kael Chen murmured to himself, feeling a profound sense of confusion wash over him.

Eldrin Chen smiled faintly and continued, "Buddha is originally of the Dao. The Dao can also descend into demonhood. And a demon can, in a moment of clarity, awaken and comprehend the Great Vehicle of Buddhist Dharma."

"Thus, I believe that Buddha, the Dao, and the demon—they are all you."

"All... are me?"

Kael Chen spoke slowly, and finally, a great enlightenment dawned upon him. "So it is. I have been blinded by my own karmic obstructions."

In that moment, Kael Chen seemed to comprehend something profound. His demon lord's body began to undergo a continuous sublimation, and as if guided by fate, a certain bottleneck was shattered. He had actually taken a single step into the True Spirit Realm [the realm where one's spiritual essence achieves its truest, most fundamental form].

The truth was revealed: over these years, in his pursuit to cultivate the three great True Spirit Foundation [the foundational stage of the True Spirit Realm] paths of Buddha, Dao, and Demon, Kael Chen had not hesitated to split his own Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator] into three separate entities.

He had sent the Buddha aspect to save all living beings, accumulating boundless great merit, all to cultivate an ancient Buddha of True Spirit [a being whose spiritual essence has achieved its ultimate, purified state].

He had the Dao Lord aspect contemplate the Dao's natural law, comprehending the ways and principles of predecessors, also to cultivate a Dao Lord of True Spirit.

And he had the Demon Lord aspect experience demonic nature, the demonic heart, and even the Demonic Path [the cultivation arts and philosophies associated with demonic forces], still for the purpose of cultivating a Demon Lord of True Spirit.

Yet, in the end, he had always found it difficult to cross that final threshold. The reason for everything was that he had become trapped within his own karmic obstructions, forgetting his original intent.

The Buddha performed good deeds to become stronger; the Dao Lord contemplated principles to become stronger; the Demon Lord fathomed the demonic way to become stronger.

What he did not realize was that the great path of the Buddha was already clear to him, the natural law of the Dao was already felt within him, and the way of the Demon Lord had long resided in his heart.

He need not perform virtuous deeds solely to comprehend Buddhism; he need not delve into the principles of predecessors within the Immortal Cosmos Origin Domain [a primordial realm of cosmic origin] just to understand the Dao; nor must he venture into the Northern Abyss Foreign Domain [a desolate and foreign northern abyssal realm] to contemplate another's Demonic Path.

Power knows no distinction. The so-called Immortal and Demon, the so-called Buddha and Dao—they were originally but a single step of Eldrin apart.

"Between Immortal and Demon lies but a single thought; Buddha and Dao [the fundamental principle or path in Chinese philosophy] ultimately converge into one."

"No matter which Great Dao [the supreme path of cultivation and enlightenment] I walk, I should always remain myself."

Kael Chen spoke slowly, finally offering a respectful bow to Eldrin Chen and saying, "My gratitude. Without your guidance, who knows when I might have returned to my true self."

Eldrin Chen smiled faintly, took a sip of his tea, and continued, "To grow stronger, we may comprehend different Daos and cultivate different arts."

"Yet we must always understand that all arts and Daos are merely the paths and means by which we gain strength."

"We are the masters who wield these powers, not the slaves they command."

Departing from Kael Chen's Daoist Abode [a cultivator's personal sanctuary for meditation and cultivation], Eldrin Chen returned to Abyssal Heaven.

He entered his secluded cultivation chamber. Recalling Qiyuan Chen's Gold and Silver Body-Forging Art, he began to systematically review and organize his own path of cultivation.

This time, as Eldrin Chen delved into introspection and re-examined the myriad foundations of his being, he once again uncovered numerous flaws and imbalances.

As the saying goes, a Great Dao stands alone in its supremacy. Any path leading to the heavens possesses a unique, domineering pride and arrogance.

Whether it was Eldrin Chen's Chaos Limitless Great Dao, his Primordial Chaos Indestructible Body, or even his Primordial Spirit Dao Attainment [the state of enlightenment achieved through Primordial Spirit cultivation], each represented a supreme foundational path of immense power.

These three great paths possessed an exceptionally potent mutual exclusivity; under normal circumstances, it was nearly impossible for them to coexist within a single being.

The primary reasons Eldrin Chen had managed this feat boiled down to two key factors.

The first was that his Five True Spirit Divine Runes [divine symbols born from the power of the True Spirit] were derived from his own cultivation of the Chaos Limitless Great Dao.

This origin meant the inherent conflict between his Chaos Limitless Great Dao and his physical body was minimal, drastically reducing the difficulty of harmonizing his three great foundations.

The second reason was the sheer might of Eldrin Chen's Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator]. Relying on the overwhelming power of his True Spirit Primordial Spirit [a Primordial Spirit refined to the level of a True Spirit], he could exert complete mastery over his own flesh and his Great Dao, forcibly suppressing the exclusivity between the three foundations.

Yet even so, the underlying conflict between these three pillars of power remained, a latent tension that could not be wholly erased.

While manageable for now, this issue was destined to become a significant tribulation in time.

Due to the existence of the shadowy hand behind the demise of the Three Souls Emperor Lord, Eldrin Chen's True Spirit Primordial Spirit could, at most, cultivate six True Spirit Aperture [spiritual nodes within a True Spirit Primordial Spirit]. His physical body and Great Dao, however, could continue their relentless advancement. This divergence would inevitably lead to an imbalance among his three great foundations.

Should his Chaos Indestructible Body achieve a breakthrough first, attaining the Chaos Celestial Emperor realm through the path of Sainthood through the Flesh [ascending to supreme power via physical body refinement], it would likely suppress Eldrin Chen's Primordial Spirit. This suppression could permanently stall any further progress in his spiritual cultivation.

This ultimately prevented him from achieving Primordial Spirit Dao Attainment [the highest stage of spiritual cultivation where one's soul merges with the fundamental Dao], forcing him to walk a solitary, unyielding path on the Path of Fleshly Body Sanctification [a cultivation method focused on tempering the physical body to an indestructible state].

"The three foundational pillars [referring to the core cultivation bases of spirit, body, and energy] generate and yet repel each other, locked in a ceaseless cycle of internal conflict,"

Eldrin Chen murmured slowly, a shadow of solemnity darkening his eyes.

He drew a deep breath, and recalling Qiyuan Chen's Gold and Silver Body-Forging Art [a body-tempering technique that utilizes the opposing forces of gold and silver metals], he pondered aloud: "By altering the placement of the Dao patterns [mystical inscriptions of power] within the body, the repulsive force between Adamantine [an ultra-hard, divine metal] and Mithril [a silvery, magical metal known for its lightness and strength] can be redirected outside the physical form."

"Could I not adapt this principle and transfer the mutual repulsion of my three foundational pillars to another place?"

Eldrin Chen turned his gaze inward, scrutinizing his own being, yet his brow furrowed in contemplation mere moments later.