Chapter 1950 : Secrets of the Adamantine Forge

"Oh?"

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

"Mm."

Eldrin Chen nodded, then said: "I wish to comprehend the Patriarch's Gold-Silver Body Forging Art [a supreme body-tempering technique that absorbs the properties of Adamantine and Mithril], and it would be best if I could personally observe the Patriarch's cultivation process."

Upon hearing this, Energy Abyss Chen immediately understood and grasped Eldrin Chen's meaning.

As the creator of the Gold-Silver Body Forging Art, Energy Abyss Chen understood better than anyone the extraordinary nature of this Divine Ability [a supernatural power or technique cultivated by immortals].

The so-called Gold-Silver Body Forging Art primarily involves absorbing the power of Adamantine [a legendary, indestructible metal] and Mithril [a silvery metal known for its magic-resistant properties], fusing them 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 Immortality [eternal and unchanging] and Impenetrable [utterly unbreakable]; its physical resistance ranks first among all Immortal Gold [metals imbued with immortal properties].

Mithril, in turn, is hailed as the bane of all magic, possessing an innate characteristic of Mana Immunity [resistance to magical energy].

Generally speaking, possessing even one of these two traits is enough to roam the Chaos [the primordial, formless state before creation] with unmatched dominance. Yet, Energy Abyss Chen managed to fuse both traits 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 of materials] are fundamentally mutually exclusive and naturally cannot be fused together.

How did Energy Abyss Chen manage to fuse these two metals and ultimately maintain their balance within his own body?

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

Energy Abyss Chen murmured softly, then began refining the Mithril, gradually merging it into his physical form.

Witnessing this scene firsthand, Eldrin Chen finally grasped the profound mystery of Energy Abyss Chen's chosen path.

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

The repulsion between Adamantine and Mithril was skillfully shifted outside the physical body by Energy Abyss Chen through subtle realignments of the Dao Patterns, forming a shield of repulsive force that was nearly Impenetrable and Immortality.

This repulsive force acted as an additional layer of protective aura, capable of deflecting magical assaults and significantly mitigating physical damage. Furthermore, as the repulsive force grew stronger, so too would its defensive power.

Beyond this, by fine-tuning the positions of the Dao Patterns, Energy Abyss Chen also resolved the mutual repulsion between the Adamantine Mithril.

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

Under such circumstances, to truly injure Energy Abyss Chen [the patriarch of the Chen Clan, a formidable cultivator], 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 Mithril [a legendary alloy known for its supreme hardness and magic resistance] Dao Patterns inscribed upon it.

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

Most crucially, Energy Abyss Chen is on the verge of mastering the Mana Immunity [a divine ability that grants near-total immunity to magical energies]. Once achieved, the simultaneous activation of the divine runes for both 'Mana Immunity' and 'Indestructibility Golden Body' [a divine ability that forges an unbreakable golden physique] will elevate the resilience of his fleshly body to a degree almost beyond description.

Magical attacks and physical means from cultivators of the same realm will find it exceedingly difficult to cause any significant injury to Energy Abyss Chen.

"Marvelous,"

"From the perspective of the Dao and Path Principles [the fundamental laws and truths that govern cultivation and reality], you have subtly adjusted the Dao Patterns of Adamantine [a mythical, supremely hard metal] and Mithril [a silvery, magic-resistant metal], ultimately achieving their perfect fusion."

"This Gold-Silver Body Forging Art [a supreme body-tempering technique], Patriarch, can in some respects be hailed as one of the mightiest Great Encompassing Formations [grand, all-encompassing defensive or empowering formations] within the Myriad Heavens [the collective term for the countless realms and dimensions of existence]."

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

Energy Abyss Chen shook his head and spoke calmly, "My cultivation in the ways of the Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core and highest essence of a cultivator] and the Great Path [the supreme, all-encompassing Dao] is not particularly outstanding. It is only in this Path of Fleshly Body Sanctification [the cultivation path focused on perfecting the physical body] that I possess a modicum of talent."

"How can such a Path to Heaven [a supreme cultivation art leading to celestial heights] be described with mere 'modicum of talent'?"

Eldrin Chen shook his head, unable to help but sigh once more at the profound mysteries contained within the Great Path [a supreme cultivation method representing a fundamental cosmic principle] pursued by Energy Abyss Chen.

One must understand that altering the Path Principles [the fundamental laws and doctrines that define a cultivation path] and the cosmic rules of a Great Path is no simple feat.

For the Gold-Silver Body Forging Art [a legendary art for tempering the physical body using the essences of gold and silver], modifications at lower cultivation realms were somewhat manageable, involving only adjustments to its Path Principles, foundational rules, and associated Path Principle [divine abilities derived from a cultivation path's core principles]. With the comprehension of a top-tier Ancient Immortal, such feats were still within the realm of possibility.

However, once a cultivation art reaches the level of a Great Path, its Dao Patterns [the intricate, cosmic inscriptions that manifest its power] become exceedingly refined and complete. To alter or adjust these patterns is far from a trivial undertaking.

In essence, this act is tantamount to *completing* a Great Path, a capability typically reserved for Great Encompassing Golden Immortal [a supreme immortal realm where one's cultivation encompasses and masters all paths] who have fully mastered the Path of Path Mastery [a cultivation path focused on the comprehension and mastery of all other paths].

Energy Abyss Chen does not cultivate the Path of Path Mastery, yet he can modify the Innate Path Patterns [the natural, cosmic inscriptions inherent to a material or being] of Adamantine [a mythical, unbreakable metal] and Mithril [a legendary, silvery metal with magical properties]. This clearly demonstrates that his innate talent for comprehending Great Path must be truly exceptional.

The reason he does not walk the Path of Path Mastery is because he wishes to devote his entire focus to the Path of Fleshly Body Sanctification [a cultivation path dedicated to perfecting and deifying the physical body], concentrating solely on researching and perfecting this Gold-Silver Body Forging Art.

Furthermore, there is another reason: the Solar Heavenly Emperor [the Celestial Sovereign who rules over the Solar Heavens] already holds dominion over the Solar Great Path [the supreme path of solar essence and power]. Energy Abyss Chen is unwilling to provide any potential leverage or excuse for conflict.

Contemplating this, Eldrin Chen could not help but smile. "Patriarch, your Gold-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 my insights can be of assistance to you, then I can find some small measure of satisfaction in that," Energy Abyss Chen replied.

Energy Abyss Chen smiled faintly, offering no further words on the matter.

In the years that followed, Energy Abyss Chen continuously refined vast quantities of Mithril [a legendary, incredibly durable and magically conductive silver-white metal], causing the strength and latent potential of his physical body to grow ever greater.

As time flowed on, an immense amount of high-grade Mithril was consumed. This process ultimately allowed Energy Abyss Patriarch's True Spirit Physique [a supreme physical constitution born from the power of a True Spirit] to shatter through another profound limit once more, attracting a deluge of True Spirit Imprint [the profound, law-like patterns and insights left behind by a True Spirit upon its death] to baptize his form.

Harnessing these True Spirit Imprint, Energy Abyss Patriarch succeeded in cultivating a second set of True Spirit Divine Runes [divine patterns of power inscribed upon the body, granting supernatural abilities] within his flesh: 'Mana Immunity' [a divine ability granting near-total resistance to external magical energies]. He even managed to cultivate a third set in one smooth motion: 'Solar Conflagration' [a divine ability that unleashes power akin to a sun's cataclysmic eruption].

The so-called 'Solar Conflagration' is also one of the foremost among True Spirit Divine Runes, a divine pattern exceptionally compatible with Energy Abyss Chen.

It belongs to the category of offensive divine runes and is a Burst-type Forbidden Divine Ability [a divine ability of immense power that carries severe, often self-destructive, consequences for its user]. Its destructive potential can be described as utterly formidable.

This Solar Conflagration is a True Spirit Divine Runes derived from the Solar Great Path [the supreme Dao of the Sun]. Its key lies in continuously burning the True Spirit Physique, pushing power to its absolute extreme like a Solar Sun [the primordial essence of the sun] undergoing a Burst.

Once this True Spirit Divine Runes is unleashed, Energy Abyss Chen's physical strength, defense, speed, and all other bodily powers would be elevated to their zenith. Furthermore, it would completely shatter the limits of what his physical form could endure, allowing him to touch upon an indescribable, ultimate realm.

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

However, the price for wielding Solar Conflagration is equally immense. Once this Forbidden Divine Ability is set in motion, it becomes as irreversible as a supernova's Burst, continuing relentlessly until it has completely consumed Energy Abyss Chen's Vitality [the foundational life force and essence of a being] and his very origin before finally ceasing.

For an ordinary Great Encompassing Golden Immortal [the pinnacle realm of immortal cultivation], once this Forbidden Divine Ability [a supreme technique with devastating consequences] is unleashed, even if the enemy is slain, the user would most likely perish as well.

Fortunately, Energy Abyss Chen had cultivated the True Spirit Physique [a foundational constitution granting true immortality and indestructibility], the very root of absolute Indestructibility [the state of being unbreakable and eternal]. Even if he burned through all his Vitality [the life force and essence of a being], and his flesh Decay [disintegrated, scattering its fundamental source], he could still slowly Recovery [regenerate and heal] within the Long River [the metaphorical river of time].

Furthermore, Energy Abyss Chen had mastered both Mana Immunity [resistance to magical energy attacks] and the Impenetrable Golden Body [an inviolable golden physique], allowing him to withstand the constant burning of this Solar Conflagration [a divine ability of solar immolation]. Thus, he could maintain this forbidden combat prowess for an extended period, with the side effects greatly reduced.

According to Eldrin Chen's estimation, if Energy Abyss Chen were to break through to the Great Encompassing [the Great Encompassing Realm] and then unleash this Divine Ability [a supreme supernatural technique], it would likely take ten Kalpa Tribulation [cosmic cycles of immense duration] for him to fully Recovery [recover].

If he were willing to spare no cost, consuming resources like the Demon God Heartblood Pill [a pill refined from a demon god's heartblood] and Great Encompassing Immortal Pill [a supreme pill of the Great Encompassing Realm] to accelerate his Recovery [recovery], the Recovery [recovery] time could be reduced to within one Kalpa Tribulation [a single cosmic cycle].

Understanding this, Eldrin Chen could not help but smile and say, "With this breakthrough, Patriarch [a venerable clan leader or senior] has cultivated three major True Spirit Divine Runes [divine runes of the True Spirit Physique]. It seems attaining the Great Encompassing [Great Encompassing Realm] will be effortless."

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

It was undeniable that with the cultivation of the three major True Spirit Divine Runes [divine runes of the True Spirit Physique], his current True Spirit Physique [True Spirit Physique] was truly formidable.

Although in terms of pure physical resilience, it might not yet compare to Eldrin Chen who had once cultivated five True Spirit Divine Runes [divine runes of the True Spirit Physique], his bodily strength now reigned virtually unchallenged within the Great Encompassing Realm [the Great Encompassing Realm].

Now, within Energy Abyss Chen's True Spirit Physique [True Spirit Physique] resided not only three major True Spirit Divine Runes [divine runes of the True Spirit Physique], but also the empowerment of six Bloodline Divine Ability [innate divine abilities passed down through bloodlines].

These Divine Ability and divine patterns had elevated his power to its absolute zenith. Once he broke through to the Great Encompassing Golden Immortal realm, he would be capable of contending with a Great Encompassing Golden Immortal Mid Stage cultivator without issue.

With the unique properties of the two Truth Divine Patterns—Indestructibility Golden Body and Mana Immunity—Eldrin Chen suspected that even a mid-stage Great Encompassing cultivator who had mastered the Path of Path Mastery would likely be no match for Energy Abyss Chen.

Contemplating this, Energy Abyss Chen spoke, "My foundation is sufficiently solid. When do you think I should attempt the breakthrough to Great Encompassing Golden Immortal?"

"Wait for two more Kalpa Tribulation [immense cosmic cycles spanning billions of years].

Eldrin Chen replied after a long pause, "For our Chen Clan now, maintaining a low profile remains paramount in all matters."

Hearing this, Energy Abyss Chen offered no further comment.

He understood well. Within the Chen Immortal Clan were many Immortal [beings who have transcended mortality through cultivation] who exclusively cultivated the Sacrificial Self Path. These individuals would likely need another two Kalpa Tribulation of accumulation to fully polish their foundations to perfection and attempt to charge the Great Encompassing Golden Immortal realm.

Most crucially, the Chen Immortal Clan still lacked the confidence to dare have Great Encompassing Golden Immortal cultivators emerge consecutively over several Kalpa Tribulation.

Doing so would likely push their adversaries to the brink, forcing them to no longer sit idle and instead seek a decisive, life-or-death confrontation with Eldrin Chen.

Considering this, Energy Abyss Chen suddenly spoke again, "In truth, you need not worry overmuch. The Sacrificial Self Path opens an Inner Immortal Domain [a personal, internal realm cultivated within oneself]. If one were to quietly achieve the Dao [reach the pinnacle of cultivation] scattered across several other Primordial Domain, it might not draw undue attention from others."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen's eyes lit up, a flicker of pleasant surprise coloring his expression.

Indeed, the Sacrificial Self Path [a unique cultivation method focused on internal refinement and sacrifice] opens an Inner Immortal Domain [a personal, hidden realm within a cultivator]. This means that as long as they discreetly undergo their tribulation and achieve the Great Encompassing Golden Immortal [the pinnacle of the Golden Immortal realm] in some other Primordial Domain [ancient, foundational realm of existence] before returning to the Three Thousand Immortal Domains [the collective name for the myriad immortal worlds], it would be exceedingly difficult for others to detect them, at least in the short term.

After all, an Inner Immortal Domain remains undetectable to others. Unless one directly interacts with a Primordial One Imperial Lord [a supreme ruler who has unified their path with the primordial source] or a Chaos Heavenly Emperor [a Heavenly Emperor who rules over a portion of the primordial chaos], a Great Encompassing Golden Immortal of the Sacrificial Self Path hiding within the Chaos [the primordial, formless state from which all things emerge] would be nearly impossible to trace or pinpoint through divination.

Considering this, Eldrin Chen could not help but smile. "Your reminder is well-taken, Patriarch. It seems I overlooked this point. In that case, you may choose for yourself whether and when to undertake your ascension."

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

Energy Abyss Chen replied with a light chuckle before continuing, "While the Kalpa Tribulation [the great cosmic cycle of destruction and renewal] has not yet arrived, I shall take this time to further consolidate my foundations. Afterwards, before the tribulation descends, I intend to venture into the Depths of Chaos [the most profound and dangerous regions of the primordial void] for final tempering. I will then undergo my tribulation and achieve the Great Encompassing Golden Immortal realm outside the boundaries of the Three Thousand Immortal Domains."

"Agreed."

Eldrin Chen nodded. After a moment's thought, he also gifted Energy Abyss Chen with three strands of Innate Indestructibility Spirit Light [a primordial spiritual energy that grants near-absolute durability], to aid in the advancement of his Lifebound Spiritual Treasure [a magical artifact intimately connected to a cultivator's life force], the 'Eastern Sovereign Bell'.

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

Upon seeing Kael, Eldrin Chen smiled and inquired, "Tens of millions of years have passed since we last met, Elder Brother. I see the profundity of your foundation has grown even more astonishing."

One must admit, the talent and audacity of Kael Chen are truly unparalleled through the ages.

For many years now, Kael Chen has spent most of his time wandering the Chaos, rarely returning to the confines of the Returning Abyss Immortal Domain.

The most crucial point is that an issue arose in Kael Chen's cultivation. He split his Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator] into three, transforming into three peerless Ancient Immortal [an immortal who has transcended multiple heavenly tribulations] incarnations: a Path Lord, a Demon Monarch, and a Buddha.

Each of these three Ancient Immortal has been cultivated by Kael Chen to the Eighth Tribulation Ancient Immortal Realm, and all possess the peerless power of a Supreme Indestructibility Foundation [the highest and most unshakable foundation for cultivation].

These three peerless Ancient Immortal wander the Chaos not to slay Chaos Ancient Beasts for resources, but to comprehend different paths and laws.

In truth, the Path Lord incarnation of Kael Chen has spent these years searching for authentic Daoist techniques within the remnant fragments of the Immortal Cosmos Primordial Domain [the primordial domain from which the Immortal Cosmos originated]. The Buddha incarnation roams the countless Myriad Heavens within the Three Thousand Immortal Domains, delivering all sentient beings. The form that remains now is the true body of the Demon Monarch.

Even so, the Demon Monarch true body grows ever more transcendent. While surrounded by a torrent of supreme Yin and utterly sinister Demonic Fiendish Energy [the corrupt and malevolent energy cultivated by demons], its aura possesses a unique, saintly flawlessness.

"Returning to the origin to nurture the true self, transcending the mundane to achieve the sublime."

Eldrin Chen praised, then inquired, "I observe that your mastery of the Dao has reached heavenly heights recently, Elder Brother. This Demon Monarch true body must be on the verge of directly pointing toward the Great Encompassing [the ultimate realm of cultivation that encompasses all laws]."

"One step remains."

Kael Chen shook his head slowly, then spoke, "This Demon Monarch's true form has reached its absolute limit, with no further room for advancement. Yet, the final step remains elusive. Once the Kalpa Tribulation [the great cosmic cycle of destruction and renewal] 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, "Elder Brother, may I ask, what is a demon?"

Upon hearing this, Kael Chen immediately sought to answer, yet in that instant, he paused, slightly taken aback. For a moment, he found himself at a loss for words.

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen posed another question, "What is the Path [the fundamental principle and way of cultivation and existence], and what, then, is Buddha [the enlightened state and its teachings]?"

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

Kael Chen murmured to himself, momentarily feeling a profound sense of confusion.

Eldrin Chen smiled faintly and continued, "Buddha is originally of the Path, and the Path can also descend into demonhood. Conversely, a demon can experience a sudden awakening and comprehend the Great Vehicle Buddhist Dharma [the supreme teachings leading to universal enlightenment]."

"Therefore, I believe that Buddha, the Path, and the demon—they are all you."

"All... are me?"

Kael Chen spoke slowly, his voice measured, until a moment of supreme clarity dawned upon him. "So that is the truth," he uttered with final understanding. "It was my own karmic obstruction all along."

In that moment, Kael Chen seemed to comprehend something profound. His Demon Monarch [a title for a supreme ruler among demons] form began to undergo a continuous sublimation. As if guided by an unseen force, a certain bottleneck was shattered, allowing him to plant one foot firmly into the True Spirit Realm [a legendary cultivation realm where one's spirit becomes one with the fundamental truths of existence].

It turned out that over all these years, in his quest to cultivate the three supreme True Spirit Foundation [the foundational cultivation arts for the Buddhist, Daoist, and Demonic paths leading to the True Spirit Realm] of Buddhism, Daoism, and Demonic Arts, Kael Chen had not hesitated to split his own Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core and highest essence of a cultivator's being] into three distinct parts.

He had sent the Buddha aspect to save all living beings, accumulating boundless Merit [a metaphysical "currency" representing good karma or virtuous deeds], all to cultivate a single venerable True Spirit [a being who has attained the True Spirit Realm] Ancient Buddha.

He had the Path Lord [a title for a master who has comprehended a fundamental Path or Dao] aspect contemplate the natural laws of the Dao, seeking to understand the principles and truths of predecessors, also aiming to cultivate a single True SpiritPath Lord.

Furthermore, he had the Demon Monarch aspect experience demonic nature, the demonic heart, and even the Demonic Path [the cultivation path and philosophy centered on demonic power and principles], still for the purpose of cultivating a True SpiritDemon Monarch.

Yet, in the end, he had always found it difficult to take that final step. The root cause was that he had become trapped within his own karmic obstructions, forgetting his original intent.

The Buddha performed good deeds to become stronger; the Path Lord contemplated principles to become stronger; the Demon Monarch sought to comprehend the demonic path to become stronger.

But he failed to realize that the Buddha's Great Path [the ultimate truth or principle of Buddhism] was already clear to him, the natural laws of the Dao were already felt within him, and the way of the Demon Monarch had long resided in his heart.

He did not need to perform good deeds solely to comprehend Buddhism, nor did he need to delve into the ancient principles of the predecessors within the Immortal Cosmos Primordial Domain [a primordial realm of immense age and power] just to understand the Dao. He also no longer needed to venture into the Northern Abyss Foreign Realm [a mysterious and dangerous foreign realm] to seek comprehension of another's Demonic Path.

Power itself holds no distinction. The so-called divisions between immortal and demon, between Buddha and Dao, were originally nothing more than a single Eldrin [a metaphorical term for a subtle, almost imperceptible difference] of separation.

"Between Immortal and Demon lies but a single thought; Buddha and Dao ultimately converge into one."

"Regardless of which Great Path 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 [the fundamental principles of existence] and cultivate different arts."

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

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

"..."

Departing from Kael Chen's Path-Field, Eldrin Chen returned to the Returning Abyss Heaven.

He entered his Seclusion Chamber and, recalling Energy Abyss Chen's Gold-Silver Body Forging Art, began to organize and reflect upon his own cultivation path.

This time, as Eldrin Chen introspected and re-examined the various foundations of his cultivation, he once again discovered numerous issues.

As the saying goes, a Great Path [a supreme and unique cultivation methodology] stands alone and supreme. Any single Path to Heaven [a cultivation path leading to the heavens] inherently possesses a unique, domineering arrogance.

Whether it is Eldrin Chen's Chaos Limitless Great Path [the Great Path of Boundless Chaos], his Primordial One Indestructibility Body [the Indestructible Body of Primordial Unity], or even his Primordial Spirit Path Attainment [the Path Attainment of the Primordial Spirit], all are supreme foundational Great Path.

Such three Great Path possess an extremely powerful mutual exclusivity. Generally speaking, it is nearly impossible for them to coexist within a single being.

The primary reason Eldrin Chen has managed to achieve this feat boils down to two key factors.

The first is that his five True Spirit Divine Runes [Divine Runes of the True Spirit] were derived from his own cultivated Chaos Limitless Great Path.

This origin meant the mutual exclusivity between his Chaos Limitless Great Path and his physical body was drastically reduced, significantly lowering the difficulty for Eldrin Chen to control his Three Great Foundations [the three supreme pillars of his cultivation].

The second reason is the sheer power of Eldrin Chen's Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator]. Relying on the overwhelming might of his True Spirit Primordial Spirit [Primordial Spirit of the True Spirit], he was able to exert complete mastery over his physical form and his Great Path, forcibly suppressing the inherent exclusivity of his Three Great Foundations.

Even so, the underlying exclusivity of the Three Great Foundations remained, a latent force never fully extinguished.

This issue was manageable for now, but it harbored a significant trouble that would inevitably surface.

Due to the existence of the shadowy hand that had orchestrated the demise of Three Souls Imperial Lord, Eldrin Chen's True Spirit Primordial Spirit could, at most, cultivate six True Spirit Aperture [spiritual apertures of the True Spirit]. His physical body and Great Path, however, could continue their relentless advancement. This divergence would, in time, inevitably lead to an imbalance within Eldrin Chen's Three Great Foundations.

Once the Primordial Chaos Indestructibility Body [a legendary physique said to be unbreakable by the forces of chaos] breaks through, achieving the Chaos Heavenly Emperor [a supreme title signifying mastery over primordial chaos] status first through Fleshly Body Sanctification [the art of refining one's physical form to a divine level], it would likely suppress Eldrin Chen's Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core and highest essence of a cultivator], making it perpetually difficult for his spiritual cultivation to advance even a single step.

This would ultimately prevent him from achieving Primordial Spirit Path Attainment [the ultimate enlightenment and mastery of the spiritual path], forcing him to walk a solitary, unyielding road solely on the Path of Fleshly Body Sanctification [the cultivation path focused entirely on physical refinement].

"The Three Great Foundations [the three core cultivation systems: body, energy, and spirit] mutually generate yet also repel each other. In the end, they are locked in a constant state of internal conflict and consumption,"

Eldrin Chen murmured softly, a trace of solemn gravity flickering deep within his eyes.

He took a deep breath. Recalling Energy Abyss Chen's Gold-Silver Body Forging Art [an art for tempering the body using the properties of gold and silver], he pondered carefully and said, "By altering the arrangement of the Dao patterns [the fundamental energy inscriptions] within the body, the repulsive force of the Adamantine Mithril [a mythical, incredibly hard and heavy metal] can be redirected outside the physical form."

"Can I also borrow from this method and transfer the mutual repulsion of the Three Great Foundations to another place?"

Eldrin Chen continuously introspected, searching within himself, but after a moment, his brow furrowed in deep contemplation.