Chapter 1915 : The Elixir of Ascendant Physique

Afterwards, the two conversed for a long while within the Returning Abyss Immortal Domain [the celestial realm governed by Eldrin Chen]. It was only after several days that Donghua Immortal Lord [a title for a high-ranking immortal] finally took his leave, vanishing into the depths of the Boundless Chaos [the primordial, formless expanse from which all realms are born].

Shortly after Donghua Immortal Lord departed, Eldrin Chen retrieved the Great Encompassing Immortal Pill [a supreme elixir for refining the physical body to its utmost limits] and examined it. A faint smile of satisfaction touched his lips.

The medicinal potency of the Great Encompassing Immortal Pill far surpassed that of the Ten Revolutions Immortal Pill [a high-grade body-refining pill]. Moreover, its energy could be perfectly absorbed by him. For an ordinary cultivator at the Great Encompassing Golden Immortal Early Stage [the initial phase of the Great Encompassing Golden Immortal realm], consuming a single Great Encompassing Immortal Pill would be sufficient to advance their physical cultivation to the second layer of the Great Encompassing Physique [a legendary body constitution of ultimate perfection].

However, Eldrin Chen's foundation was Extraordinary [profound and unparalleled]. A single Great Encompassing Immortal Pill was certainly not enough for him, yet its value was equivalent to one hundred thousand Ten Revolutions Immortal Pill.

With this one Great Encompassing Immortal Pill, Eldrin Chen's confidence in achieving the second layer of the Great Encompassing Physique before the arrival of the Kalpa Tribulation [a cataclysmic cosmic cycle marking the end of an era] increased somewhat.

Nevertheless, Eldrin Chen did not immediately consume the Great Encompassing Immortal Pill. In the years that followed, he ordered his clan to accelerate their gathering of Innate Energy [the primordial, unadulterated energy of creation]. He even sold several portions of Great Encompassing Rare Treasure [extremely rare materials used for supreme crafting] to acquire more Innate Energy.

Thus, after nearly thirty million years had passed, Eldrin Chen finally managed to gather another two hundred thousand Ten Revolutions Immortal Pill just before his own one hundred millionth birthday.

"…"

On this day, within his Seclusion Chamber [a specially prepared chamber for deep meditation and cultivation].

Eldrin Chen swallowed the final Ten Revolutions Immortal Pill and finally let out a long, slow exhalation. Continue your cultivation journey at audio-novel.com.

After consuming four hundred thousand Ten Revolutions Immortal Pill [a supreme-grade pill that refines the body through ten cycles of transformation] in succession, Eldrin Chen's physical body was finally nearing the limit of the first stage of the Great Encompassing Physique [a legendary physique capable of encompassing the vastness of the cosmos].

He took a deep breath and retrieved the Great Encompassing Immortal Pill [a mythical pill containing the primordial essence of the Great Encompassing realm] from his sleeve.

"One hundred million years of arduous cultivation... whether I can achieve the second stage of the Great Encompassing Physique rests upon this day."

As his words fell, Eldrin Chen immediately swallowed the Great Encompassing Immortal Pill. In that instant, a vast and mighty stream of Great Encompassing [the primordial, all-encompassing foundational energy of creation] essence flooded Eldrin Chen's body.

This essence was not only a thousand, nay, ten thousand times more potent than that of the Ten Revolutions Immortal Pill, but it also possessed an indescribable qualitative transformation.

The moment it was ingested, Eldrin Chen felt his Primordial Chaos Indestructibility Body [a foundational physique born from chaos, renowned for its durability] begin to boil, hungrily devouring this torrent of Great Encompassing essence.

"Boom!"

As this Great Encompassing essence was absorbed, Eldrin Chen felt the power of his flesh instantly shatter a certain limit, smoothly ascending to a higher realm as naturally as water finding its course.

"The second stage of the Great Encompassing Physique."

Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly, a faint smile finally gracing his features.

He slowly calmed the boiling Vitality [the life force and energy within a cultivator's body] within him, discovering that his Great Encompassing Physique [a legendary body cultivation method that seeks to encompass and perfect all aspects of the physical form] had once again shattered its Limit-Breaker [a state where a cultivator's power exceeds the conventional limits of their current realm]. It was now more than fifty percent stronger than before his breakthrough.

If, prior to this, Eldrin Chen's physical combat prowess had slightly surpassed the third level of a Great Encompassing Golden Immortal [a high realm of immortal cultivation focused on achieving a state of perfect, all-encompassing power], with one foot already stepping into the domain of the fourth level, then now his physical body was truly comparable to the combat strength of a fourth-level Great Encompassing Golden Immortal.

Without employing any other means, relying solely on the power of his Great Encompassing Physique and augmented by the True Spirit Divine Runes [mystical symbols that channel and amplify the power of one's true spirit], he could now contend with and defeat beings at the fourth level of Great Encompassing Golden Immortal.

"The second layer of the Great Encompassing Physique grants combat power equivalent to the fourth level of a Great Encompassing Golden Immortal,"

"Even if I walked the Path of Fleshly Body Sanctification [the cultivation path dedicated solely to refining and empowering the physical body] alone, I would still be a peerless genius, unmatched throughout the ages."

Eldrin Chen spoke softly, a faint smile touching the corners of his eyes.

Yet, at that very moment, a slight frown creased Eldrin Chen's brow.

He realized that with his now more powerful physique, the resources required for future cultivation would increase dramatically. If he continued using Ten Revolutions Immortal Pill [a supreme-grade immortal pill refined through ten cycles of purification, vastly enhancing cultivation], he estimated it would require one million pills to cultivate his Great Encompassing Physique to the peak of its second layer.

The silver lining was that the first three layers of the Great Encompassing Physique presented no bottlenecks; reaching perfection in one layer would naturally and seamlessly lead to a breakthrough into the next.

At this rate, by the time he reached the third layer of the Great Encompassing Physique, the consumption of Ten Revolutions Immortal Pill would see another massive leap.

"The consumption of resources has doubled. From now on, unless we sell Great Encompassing Rare Treasure, it will likely take two or three Kalpa Tribulation to cultivate the Great Encompassing Physique to its third layer."

Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly at the center of his mind, but he reined in the thought a moment later.

Regardless, being able to achieve this breakthrough before the grand celebration of his one hundred millionth year of life was still a joyous occasion for Eldrin Chen.

After his physical body's breakthrough, Eldrin Chen sensed the state of his Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator]. Lacking Great Encompassing Soul Nourishing Wood, even with vast quantities of Innate Soul Nourishing Wood as cultivation resources, the progress of his Primordial Spirit was merely average.

At this rate, it would still take roughly ten to twenty million years to break through.

Of course, this cultivation speed was already considered exceptionally fast compared to ordinary early-stage Great Encompassing cultivators who often struggled to find sufficient resources, their cultivation feast or famine. Original publication: @udio-novel.com - The source of this chapter.

For a typical Great Encompassing Golden Immortal Early Stage cultivator without a powerful backer or master, pursuing the Primordial Spirit Path Attainment and the Path of Fleshly Body Sanctification was far too arduous and slow.

The Path of Path Mastery, which placed greater emphasis on enlightenment and insight, consumed far fewer resources and was considerably faster and simpler.

Returning to the main thread, after completing his physical breakthrough, Eldrin Chen emerged from his Seclusion Chamber.

By now, Exquisite Jiang and the others had already concluded their own secluded cultivation. The entire Returning Abyss Immortal Domain was adorned with lanterns and decorations, brimming with a festive and celebratory atmosphere.

The one billion-year [one billion-year equals one thousand million years] grand longevity celebration of Eldrin the Immortal Lord was considered a paramount event even within the Returning Abyss Immortal Domain, a matter second only to achieving the Great Encompassing Golden Immortal [the highest attainable state of enlightenment and power] realm.

After concluding his secluded cultivation, Eldrin Chen immediately summoned the members of his clan. With a gentle smile, he inquired, "A Kalpa Tribulation [a cosmic cycle marking immense spans of time] lifespan is a rare and joyous occasion. How do you plan to arrange the festivities?"

Lior Chen, who oversaw the clan's affairs, offered a slight smile and replied, "Arrangements within the Returning Abyss Immortal Domain are straightforward, as we are among our own. However, the Returning Abyss Path-Field [a sacred cultivation ground] within the Primordial Immortal Domain must host distinguished guests. This requires more careful consideration."

Eldrin Chen nodded in agreement, his smile unwavering. "The longevity banquet is merely a family feast; there is no need for extravagant pomp. This time, we shall only invite a few close friends. I will provide you with a list of honored guests. Have invitations delivered accordingly."

"Understood."

Lior Chen accepted the list with a nod. A quick glance revealed it contained few names, yet each was a Great Encompassing Golden Immortal [a supreme cultivator] with whom Eldrin Chen shared a genuine bond of friendship.

The remainder were lifelong companions from ages past.

"..."

To the east of the Primordial Immortal Domain, within the vastness of the Eastern Barrens Heavenly Domain, stood a Great Encompassing Path-Field [a supreme cultivation sanctuary] known as the Returning Abyss Ancestral Court.

On this day, the Returning Abyss Ancestral Court was unusually vibrant and bustling. A Great Encompassing [pertaining to the highest echelons of cultivation] longevity banquet was underway. Thousands upon thousands of Immortal [enlightened beings who have transcended mortality] ascended to the Ancestral Court, considering it a great honor to partake in the celebration.

Clad in robes as white as snow, Melancholy Inscription Lord sat in a corner, quietly drinking wine.

"I truly never imagined we would meet again,"

Beside Melancholy Inscription Lord, Freya Ji's eyes held a glimmer of pleasant surprise, a faint smile appearing within their depths.

Gazing at Melancholy Inscription Lord, she could not help but ask, "Senior Brother Long Song, where have you been all these years?"

"Wandering the Chaos [the primordial, formless void between worlds], making the four seas my home."

Melancholy Inscription Lord spoke softly, raising his cup and draining it in one gulp. "Long Song Chu is dead. I am Melancholy Inscription Lord."

Freya Ji's eyes dimmed slightly. In the end, she sighed. "After all these years, you still hold onto the bitterness of that past event."

Melancholy Inscription Lord gave a faint smile. He looked Freya Ji over once, then shook his head. "Back then, I truly held resentment in my heart. I was even willing to pay any price to grow stronger, just to prove our master made the wrong choice."

"But looking at it now, everything is governed by Karma [the cosmic law of cause and effect]. Had that event not occurred, I might never have reached where I stand today."

"Perhaps all of this was simply my destined fate."

Upon hearing this, Freya Ji's eyes dimmed slightly with a trace of melancholy.

Many millions of years ago, Melancholy Inscription Lord had chosen not to follow Eldrin Chen to the Returning Abyss Immortal Domain, opting instead to venture alone into the vastness of the Chaos [the primordial, formless void beyond ordered realms].

Now, after a mere few tens of millions of years, Melancholy Inscription Lord had pushed the Dreamwalking Path Attainment Art [a profound technique for cultivation and enlightenment within dreams] to an inconceivable realm. He could even achieve the feat of experiencing a thousand dream-years within a single day of the Mortal Dust [the mundane, mortal world].

In that short span of tens of millions of years, Melancholy Inscription Lord had undergone countless Kalpa Tribulation [cosmic cycles of destruction and rebirth] and Reincarnation [the cycle of death and rebirth of the soul] within his dreams. Astonishingly, his cultivation had advanced to the Seven Tribulations Ancient Immortal Realm [the seventh stage of the Ancient Immortal cultivation path, marked by surviving seven heavenly tribulations].

In comparison, whether it was Dorian Ji or Freya Ji, even with the support of the Chen Immortal Clan, they had only reached the Late Celestial Immortal Realm [the advanced stage of the Celestial Immortal cultivation path]. Furthermore, due to insufficient foundational strength, they found it difficult to advance any further.

"Senior Brother's innate talent is truly rare in this world," Freya Ji said with a sigh. "This junior sister falls far short."

Freya Ji could not help but sigh, her voice filled with a complex mix of admiration and regret.

Melancholy Inscription Lord smiled faintly and shook his head. "Talent is merely a beginning. What ultimately determines one's achievements is oneself."

"In this world, the true foundation for walking a longer path is whether one can comprehend one's own Dao [the fundamental truth, law, or path of the universe and cultivation]."

"Comprehend one's own path?"

At that moment, a figure with graying hair not far away murmured softly, a flash of enlightenment gleaming in his eyes.

That person looked towards Melancholy Inscription Lord and, cupping his hands in salute, asked, "How does one comprehend one's own Path?"

Melancholy Inscription Lord merely smiled, offering no further words.

Instead, it was the man beside him, Ethan Chen, who chuckled and spoke directly: "Clear Heart, the Path is the sword, and the sword is the Path. One does not necessarily need to 'comprehend' the Path. Sometimes, you simply cleave forward with your sword and carve your own road."

Clear Heart seemed to grasp something, and only after a long pause did he speak: "There are three thousand Great Path [the fundamental laws and principles of the cosmos]. Each road is different. The one most suited to oneself is the road that truly belongs to you."

From another side, Ancient Ruins Nether Lord laughed softly and added, "In this world, there are no roads at the beginning. A path is formed by walking it. Rather than searching for the Path in confusion, it is better to follow your innate heart and act with true nature."

Freya Ji watched their exchange, momentarily stunned. For a time, she felt she could not truly join their conversation.

Not far away, Immortal Maiden Six Desires took Freya Ji's hand and sighed, "They have each comprehended their own Path. This is the potential to aspire to the Great Encompassing [the ultimate realm of cultivation, signifying mastery over the boundless cosmos]. The gap between us and them grows ever wider."

"No wonder, despite cultivating for one hundred million years and lacking almost no resources, I remain stuck at the Seventh Layer of the Celestial Immortal Realm."

In the Central area of the Great Hall, Eldrin Chen observed this scene, a trace of a sigh escaping him.

After attaining the Great Encompassing realm, Eldrin Chen provided considerable support to many of his old acquaintances. Within the vast Returning Abyss Immortal Alliance, several of these former friends possessed great Fortune. However, upon reaching the Celestial Immortal Realm [the realm of celestial beings], the vast majority had already exhausted their potential.

In contrast, the once-unremarkable Clear Heart Path Master and Melancholy Inscription Lord now possessed the latent potential to prove their own path and reach the Great Encompassing realm.

One must remember, in the former Purple Seal Realm, Dorian Ji was hailed as the world's foremost sage, and Heaven Abandoned Lin was acclaimed as the premier master of the Sword Path. Yet now, both remain stagnant within the Celestial Immortal Realm, unable to advance a single step further.

While their failure to cultivate the Triple Ascendant Immortal Foundation [a supreme foundational cultivation method] may have played a part, the greater reason lies in their inability to forge a path uniquely their own.

"If one cannot comprehend and walk their own unique path, even mastering the art of Foundation Reforging [a divine ability to rebuild one's cultivation foundation] would scarcely allow them to set foot in the Great Encompassing Realm,"

Eldrin Chen sighed softly, finally withdrawing his wandering thoughts.

Lifting his gaze, he observed that beyond the Heavenly Vault [the celestial palace], several Great Encompassing Golden Immortal [immortals of the Great Encompassing Golden Immortal realm] had begun arriving to attend the banquet.

For this occasion, Eldrin Chen had extended invitations to only a select few—merely seven or eight Great Encompassing Golden Immortal with whom he shared close bonds, such as Donghua Immortal Lord, Nether Phoenix Immortal Lord, Seven-Colored Immortal Lord, and Hundred Blossoms Immortal Lord.

Among them, the Seven-Colored Immortal Lord of the Immortal Clam Clan had cultivated her power to the pinnacle of Great Encompassing Golden Immortal Great Perfection. Since the fall of the clan's progenitor, the Nine-Colored Immortal Clam [a mythical spiritual clam], she had guarded the Seven-Colored Immortal Domain for tens of thousands of Kalpa Tribulation [cosmic cycles of immense duration], never venturing forth.

To attend this banquet, the Seven-Colored Immortal Lord dispatched an avatar bearing an exceedingly precious congratulatory gift, a gesture that accorded Eldrin Chen the utmost respect and face.

Eldrin Chen graciously received the guests and was about to commence the banquet when he noticed an old acquaintance arriving uninvited.

The newcomer, clad in a flowing white gown with an aura of peerless elegance, was the current Imperial Princess of the White Lotus Ancient Sect. She presented a congratulatory gift with polite courtesy.

"It's her…"

Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly, yet he maintained his composure and instructed someone to escort her to a side hall.

After the banquet concluded, Eldrin Chen made his way to the side hall, where he met the Imperial Princess of the White Lotus Ancient Sect.

"Greetings, Uncle Eldrin."

The moment she saw Eldrin Chen, the White Lotus Imperial Princess immediately offered a respectful salute.

This woman turned out to be none other than Silas Chen, whom Eldrin Chen had sent into reincarnation many years ago.

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod, then inquired, "It has been a full Kalpa Tribulation [an immense cosmic cycle] since we last met. How have you been faring?"

Silas Chen's face paled slightly, her eyes tinged with red as she replied, "Clan Uncle, the White Lotus Immortal Lord intends to trade me for a Great Path Immortal Pill [a legendary pill said to grant profound insights into the Great Dao]."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen [the protagonist, a powerful cultivator] furrowed his brow slightly, sensing trouble immediately. He spoke without delay, "Speak slowly and tell me everything."

As Silas Chen [Eldrin's descendant, a reincarnated cultivator] recounted the tale, Eldrin Chen quickly grasped the chain of events.

It turned out that after Silas Chen reincarnated, she was reborn into a Nameless [a world without a known designation] world. Relying on the power of the Innate Primordial Simplicity Scripture [a supreme cultivation method embodying the essence of primordial simplicity], her cultivation progressed smoothly and naturally until she ascended to the Ascendant Immortal Realm [the foundational realm for ascended immortals].

The Immortal Domain [a vast realm governed by immortals] she ascended to was precisely the one ruled by the White Lotus Immortal Lord [an immortal lord known as the White Lotus].

After her ascension, wishing to find Eldrin Chen as swiftly as possible, Silas Chen sought to join a major sect under a Great Encompassing [a supreme cultivation realm, the Great Encompassing] master to facilitate her growth.

Seeing that the White Lotus Immortal Lord was a female immortal of the Great Encompassing realm, she simply joined the White Lotus Ancient Sect [the ancient sect founded by the White Lotus Immortal Lord]. Thereafter, she cultivated within the confines of the White Lotus Ancient Sect.

Initially, she did not receive much attention, and her cultivation speed was not particularly fast. It took her a full ten million years to cultivate to the Celestial Immortal Realm [the realm of Celestial Immortals, a significant step above Ascendant Immortals].

However, after breaking through to Celestial Immortal, Silas Chen's exceptional talent caught the attention of the White Lotus Immortal Lord. The Immortal Lord then took her on as a personal disciple. Freed from resource constraints, her cultivation began to advance by leaps and bounds.

At first, the White Lotus Immortal Lord treated Silas Chen exceedingly well. But as Silas Chen cultivated to the Ancient Immortal Realm [the realm of Ancient Immortals, beings who have weathered countless tribulations] and fully mastered the Primordial Simplicity Great Path [the supreme path of Primordial Simplicity], her aura and bearing grew increasingly astonishing, finally drawing the notice of others.

Not long ago, the Crimson Mastiff Immortal Lord [an immortal lord of the demon race known as the Crimson Mastiff] from the Demon Race [a powerful faction of demonic cultivators and beings] took a fancy to Silas Chen and desired to take her as a concubine. He went so far as to offer a lavish betrothal gift—a single Great Path Immortal Pill [a legendary pill that can greatly aid in comprehending a Great Path].

The so-called Great Path Immortal Pill [a legendary pill that aids in breaking through to the mid-stage of the Great Encompassing Golden Immortal realm] is a Precious Pill [a pill of the highest rarity and efficacy] used for a breakthrough to the Great Encompassing Golden Immortal Mid Stage. Since White Lotus Immortal Lord's cultivation was merely at the Great Encompassing Golden Immortal Early Stage, he was extremely tempted and thus decided to trade Silas Chen for that Great Path Immortal Pill.

Upon learning of this, Silas Chen dared not show open resistance. Instead, using the pretext of attempting to prove her own path during the upcoming Kalpa Tribulation [a cosmic cycle of immense upheaval and opportunity], she promised that if she successfully attained the Great Encompassing Golden Immortal realm, she would repay the Innate Indestructibility Spirit Light [a primordial spiritual radiance embodying unyielding durability] several times over. This temporarily stayed the matter.

After all, Silas Chen had demonstrated the potential for the Great Encompassing realm and stood a high chance of attaining it during this Kalpa Tribulation. Therefore, even White Lotus Immortal Lord felt some hesitation. Several strands of Innate Indestructibility Spirit Light might not be inferior in value to that single Great Path Immortal Pill.

Seizing this opportunity, Silas Chen learned that Eldrin Chen was about to hold a longevity celebration banquet. She specifically used this chance to come and seek out Eldrin Chen.

"Trading a personal disciple for a single Great Path Immortal Pill... that White Lotus Immortal Lord certainly knows how to scheme," Eldrin Chen remarked with a cold laugh after understanding the cause and effect. He then asked, "All these years, why did you not come to find me?"

Silas Chen lowered her head, remaining silent, offering no words.

It was not that she was unwilling to seek Eldrin Chen. Rather, after learning he had attained the Great Encompassing realm, she did not know what identity to assume when meeting him again.

Thus, she suppressed her longing, deciding to wait until she herself had proven her path to the Great Encompassing realm. Only then, with the status of a Great Encompassing Immortal Lord, would she meet him again. She hoped to outshine the grace of Lila, Violet Consort Yan, Nyssa Qu, and others, perhaps earning a different kind of regard from Eldrin Chen.

"Enough," Eldrin Chen said, letting the matter drop.

Seeing Silas Chen remain silent, Eldrin Chen let out a sigh.

After drawing a deep breath, he spoke, "Take me to see your master." This chapter appears courtesy of audio - novel . com.