Chapter 2017 : Clash of Primordial Titans

"The Daughters of the Great Wilderness [a legendary sisterhood of formidable female sovereigns from the primordial wilderness], are no weaker than men."

Eldrin Chen murmured softly to himself, a faint smile touching his lips.

He rode forth upon the Primordial Chaos Heaven Halberd, his laughter booming across the heavens. "Excellent! Then let us fight side by side!"

*Clang—!*

As the words fell, Eldrin Chen had already shattered the firmament, striding forth to kill his way out of the Great Desolate Ancient Realm.

The moment he emerged from the Great Desolate Ancient Realm, several figures of the Chaos Desolate Tribe [a primordial race of beings born from chaos and desolation] surged to meet him, all of them Desolate Tribe [members of the Desolate race] and Desolate People [the collective people of the Desolate lands] at the Great Luo Realm [the Great Luo stage of cultivation].

These Desolate Tribe were beings transformed from Chaotic Fiendgod [primordial gods of chaos] or Grand Luo Golden Immortal [the Golden Immortal realm within the Great Luo cultivation stage]. They struck immediately, unleashing Innate Spiritual Treasure [treasures born from the world's primordial essence] to suppress him.

Eldrin Chen fought with all his might, his supreme Primordial Unity Body [a legendary physique representing the unity of primordial chaos] clashing against them. In mere moments, the sky was torn asunder and several Chaotic Fiendgod were grievously wounded, yet a slight frown creased his brow.

"The physical bodies of these Chaos Desolate Tribe are unexpectedly formidable."

Eldrin Chen thought to himself. With his current power, even utilizing only twenty or thirty percent of his strength, he should have been able to crush a Grand Luo Golden Immortal with ease.

Yet these Chaos Desolate Tribe were merely grievously wounded, with none having perished and fallen. This clearly showed their physical bodies were far more formidable than those of ordinary Grand Luo Golden Immortal [the highest tier of immortal cultivators].

"After degenerating into the Desolate Tribe [a primordial, corrupted race], these Chaotic Fiendgod [ancient beings of chaos and malevolence] and Grand Luo Golden Immortal have suffered a significant decline in their mastery over the Great Dao [the fundamental laws of existence] and their Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator]," Eldrin Chen mused.

"However, their physical bodies have been tempered day and night by the Desolate Decay Power [a corrosive, primordial energy of decay], making them vastly more powerful than ordinary Grand Luo Golden Immortal or Chaotic Fiendgod."

As these thoughts flashed through his mind, Eldrin Chen had already deduced the cause and effect of the situation.

Understanding the reason, the killing intent within Eldrin Chen surged even higher. He brandished the Primordial Chaos Heaven Halberd [a divine weapon forged from the essence of primordial chaos] and charged into the Chaos [the formless, primordial void].

"Let us see which is harder: your Primordial Unity Dao Body [a physique perfected through the Dao of primordial unity], or the edge of my Primordial Chaos Heaven Halberd!"

As his words fell, Eldrin Chen struck again. He moved like a Primordial Immortal King [an ancient sovereign of immortals] cleaving through the Eight Desolations [the eight ultimate wastelands of existence], his blow carrying world-sundering force. In an instant, he tore one of the Chaos Desolate Tribe into shreds.

"Such formidable physical power!"

Amani exclaimed in astonishment from the side. Without hesitation, he maneuvered his war-spear in a crisscrossing descent. Amidst a fierce clash, he pierced through the throat of another Chaos Desolate Tribe.

Eldrin Chen cast a glance of mild surprise. Amani's innate talent was among the very best within the Descendants of the Great Desolate [the people of the primordial wasteland]. The physical body he had cultivated was nearly comparable to a True Spirit Physique [a legendary constitution of pure spiritual essence]. It seemed he indeed possessed considerable merit.

"Well done!"

Eldrin Chen exclaimed in admiration, his entire body erupting with a cataclysmic surge of Chaos lightning.

In that instant, the heavens were drowned by billions of Chaos Thunder [primordial thunder born from the formless chaos]. Wherever they passed, even the Desolate Decay Power [a corrosive power of decay and desolation] scattered and dissipated. Tens of thousands of Chaos Ancient Beast [ancient beasts born from primordial chaos] and even members of the Chaos Desolate Tribe [a demonic race of desolation originating from chaos] fell to their doom.

In that single moment, Eldrin Chen held nothing back, unleashing his full power and elevating his combat prowess to a level rivaling the Fourth Layer of the Primordial Unity Emperor Lord Fourth Layer realm.

Under the relentless onslaught of his Slaughter [a divine ability focused on pure, overwhelming destruction], the Chaos Desolate Tribe and even the Desolate People [the collective forces of desolation] began to fall one after another. Unnoticed at first, he had already slain over one hundred Great Luo Realm experts from the Desolate Tribe.

As for the Chaos Ancient Beast below the Grand Luo realm, their numbers were beyond count—tens of millions had perished.

"Magnificent... truly magnificent!"

Witnessing his divine valor from the rear, the Descendants of the Great Desolate [the defenders and inheritors of the Great Desolate Ancient Realm] could not contain their excitement, erupting in fervent cheers.

A group of Grand Luo Golden Immortal [immortals who have attained the Golden Immortal realm within the Grand Luo hierarchy] seized this opportunity. Leading countless Descendants of the Great Desolate, they surged forth from the Great Desolate Ancient Realm [an ancient and primordial realm] to launch a fierce counterattack against the Desolate Tribe.

Seeing this scene, Eldrin Chen could only offer a helpless, wry smile.

These Descendants of the Great Desolate [the warrior descendants of the ancient Desolate Tribe], were actually so fiercely warlike, launching a counterattack despite the disparity in numbers.

Fortunately, the Desolate Tribe [a primal, beast-like demonic race] possessed no true intellect, acting only on instinct. Seeing tens of thousands of Descendants of the Great Desolate charging forth, many of the Desolate Tribe instinctively began to scatter and flee.

The remaining forces fought in isolated pockets, each one often battling multiple opponents. Thus, the overall situation continued to develop favorably.

"Beware—!"

Just as Eldrin Chen's thoughts flickered, Amani suddenly cried out a warning. In that instant, Eldrin Chen sensed an overwhelmingly powerful aura surging toward him.

In the flash of a lightning strike, Eldrin Chen summoned the Primordial Chaos Heaven Halberd [a legendary polearm embodying the power of primordial chaos] to parry. A colossal Trident materialized from the void, crashing against the haft of the Heaven Halberd with earth-shattering force.

"Hmph—!"

"Such formidable strength."

Eldrin Chen grunted, forced back several paces before he could steady himself and turn his gaze upon his assailant.

The figure possessed a humanoid form, clad in tattered, ancient battle armor. Its eyes burned with a crimson light, deep and bloody as twin abysses.

"Corrupted by the desolation of the Primordial Chaos Emperor Monarch."

As this thought flickered through his mind, Eldrin Chen suddenly felt a wave of chilling intent surge from behind him.

In that instant, another flash of the World Creation [a divine ability capable of cleaving through the fabric of reality] streaked towards him. Eldrin Chen parried the Trident with all his might, then violently swung the Primordial Chaos Heaven Halberd behind him, meeting the newcomer's Eruption [a divine ability that unleashes a cataclysmic explosion of power] in a world-shaking collision.

"BOOM—"

In that fleeting moment, Eldrin Chen and the newcomer clashed in a peerless collision born of the Eruption. Seizing the momentum, he retreated several paces, narrowly evading yet another dazzling sword beam.

Only then did Eldrin Chen steady his form, his gaze turning wary as he assessed the few who had struck.

Within the Chaos [the primordial, formless state before creation], three figures had materialized as if from nothingness.

The first was naturally the Desolate People Emperor Lord [a supreme ruler among the Desolate People], gripping the Trident. His strength was roughly equivalent to the mid-stage of a Primordial Chaos Emperor Monarch.

The second possessed a pair of horns more massive than the Immortal Domain itself, with a physique as imposing as a Chaos Kui Bull [a primordial bovine demon beast of immense strength]. His cultivation was approximately on par with a Primordial Unity Emperor Lord Fourth Layer.

The third was a tall, slender man who commanded a Primordial Unity Sword Embryo [a nascent form of a supreme sword treasure], which appeared to be a Four Mark Innate Supreme Treasure Embryo [an embryonic innate treasure bearing four Dao Marks]. His power was the greatest among the three.

"Two Primordial Unity Emperor Lord Fourth Layer [the fourth layer of the Primordial Unity Emperor Lord realm], and one Primordial Unity Emperor Lord Fifth Layer [the fifth layer of the Primordial Unity Emperor Lord realm] sword cultivator from the Desolate People [a tribe of beings corrupted by the power of the Desolate Lands]."

Eldrin Chen's gaze flickered, a sliver of icy coldness surfacing within his pupils.

Had he been at his peak, these three Primal Chaos Realm [the realm of Primal Chaos, a supreme cultivation stage] Desolate Tribe [beings corrupted by the Desolate Lands' power] might not have been a grave concern. But now, with only thirty to forty percent of his combat power remaining, a true battle would likely prove exceedingly troublesome.

At that very moment, Amani's expression shifted slightly, and he spoke immediately, "Beware. It is Trident Desolation Emperor, Savage Bull Desolation Emperor, and Sword Profound Desolation Emperor."

"These Desolation Emperors possess formidable strength. Remember, do not confront them head-on."

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly.

After these three Primordial Chaos Emperor Monarch [a supreme monarch within the Primal Chaos realm] fell into the Desolate Tribe, although their minds were eroded into a muddled state, they could still retain a sliver of sentience.

The intelligence of such a Desolate Tribe Emperor Lord [a title for a supreme ruler or monarch] was roughly comparable to that of beasts like savage wolves or vicious lions. They could even coordinate their attacks, making them exceptionally difficult to deal with.

The combined strike they had just launched was executed with remarkable coordination. Had it not been for Eldrin Chen's vast combat experience, an ordinary Primordial Chaos Emperor Monarch at the mid-stage would have already been severely wounded.

"Troublesome, yes, but not insurmountably so."

Eldrin Chen's thoughts flickered, then he turned his gaze toward Amani and declared, "All of you, fall back. Leave this place to me."

"But..."

Though Amani's heart was filled with worry, wishing to stay and lend a hand, one of the Descendants of the Great Desolate held him back.

The burly Descendants of the Great Desolate gripped Amani's arm, shaking his head as he said, "A battle at the Emperor Lord [a supreme title for a ruler among cultivators or powerful beings] level is far beyond our power to influence."

"It is better we return and beseech the Chief Priest Elder to join the fray."

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen could not help but let out a faint sigh of relief.

He raised his head, his gaze settling upon the three Desolate Tribe Emperor Lord before him, a glint of battle intent igniting within his eyes.

"Let this Emperor see for himself the true might of the Chaos Desolate Tribe!"

"BOOM—"

As his words fell, Eldrin Chen stomped down, shattering the Chaos [the primordial, formless state before creation] beneath his feet. In an instant, he catapulted forward, riding the momentum to bring the Primordial Chaos Heaven Halberd crashing down upon Trident Desolation Emperor.

In the span of a single instant, Eldrin Chen and the three Desolate Tribe Emperors had already erupted into a world-shaking confrontation.

After their successive clashes, Eldrin Chen had to concede that the physical bodies of these Desolate Tribe were truly and formidably powerful.

Throughout his journey, Eldrin Chen had relied on the might of his Chaos Indestructible Body [a legendary physique of unparalleled resilience and strength], finding himself virtually unmatched among peers of the same realm.

Yet, the three Desolate Emperors before him could trade blows with him directly, each possessing a physical form comparable to a peerless Emperor Lord who had achieved Sainthood through the Flesh [a pinnacle cultivation path focused on tempering the physical body to a divine state].

Among the three Desolate Emperors, Trident Desolation Emperor possessed supremely refined combat techniques, Savage Bull Desolation Emperor wielded the most overwhelming brute force, and Sword Profound Desolation Emperor delivered the most lethal attacks and excelled at long-range combat methods.

In the relentless, unceasing exchange of blows, Eldrin Chen once pushed his combat power to forty percent of its peak, only to find that even with his full arsenal, suppressing the three Desolate Emperors was a daunting task.

Were it not for the invincible defensive power of his Indestructible Battle Armor [an enchanted artifact of supreme protection], Eldrin Chen would likely have been forced to risk worsening his injuries and Eruption [a supreme technique to unleash one's full, unrestrained power] his complete combat strength.

Thus, after more than thirty thousand exchanges, a decisive victory remained elusive, and Eldrin Chen's patience finally began to wear thin.

"Since the Indestructible Battle Armor's defense is unassailable," he resolved, "then I shall forsake defense entirely for an all-out assault. I will slay one of these formidable foes first."

As this thought solidified, Eldrin Chen fixed his killing intent upon Sword Profound Desolation Emperor.

Among them, the Sword Profound Desolation Emperor possessed the highest cultivation base and wielded the Four Mark Innate Supreme Treasure Embryo. His Slaughter techniques ranked him as the foremost of the three Emperors, and he was the sole entity capable of wounding Eldrin Chen.

Yet, for reasons unknown, this Sword Profound Desolation Emperor kept his eyes perpetually closed, never opening them to unleash his full power in battle.

As long as this foe was slain, none of the others could penetrate his Indestructible Battle Armor to harm him. The remainder of the battle would then be a mere matter of attrition.

No sooner had the thought formed than Eldrin Chen acted. He activated the Primordial Chaos Soldier Derivation Art, manifesting ten Chaos Ancient Weapon to suppress the other two Desolation Emperors. Simultaneously, he transformed the Abyssal Seal into the Sky-Severing Twin Swords, their blades crossing as they cleaved towards the Sword Profound Desolation Emperor.

In the next breath, Eldrin Chen closed the distance, a tempest of unstoppable force sweeping forth as he launched an all-out, offense-only assault against the Sword Profound Desolation Emperor.

This Sword Profound Desolation Emperor had once been a peerless Emperor Lord whose name shook the Great Wilderness Primordial Domain, a figure of immense renown in that ancient realm.

Such a supreme expert, even after falling to the Desolate Tribe, retained a combat instinct of terrifying acuity.

Seeing Eldrin Chen's charge, he instantly transformed into ten thousand streaks of sword energy crisscrossing the void. Each streak pierced the heavens, tearing through the Chaos to manifest over ten thousand illusory clones, their forms shifting between reality and mirage.

These countless figures moved as one, channeling sword energy to coalesce billions of sword auras that rent the firmament as they surged forward.

"Superb evasion art," Eldrin Chen acknowledged.

Eldrin Chen let out a sigh of admiration, akin to the Ancient Immortal Sovereign cleaving through the Chaos [the primordial, formless state before creation] to depart. With a flick of his sleeve, he pressed down with a single finger.

"Samsara!"

With his true body, he harnessed the Samsara Great Dao [the supreme principle of the cycle of death and rebirth] of the Reincarnation Body [a profound avatar embodying the power of reincarnation].

In a single Ksana-time [an infinitesimal unit of time from Buddhist cosmology], the vast Chaos froze. Then, the torrents of Chaos reversed their flow. The boundless Sword Dao of Ronan surged upstream to cleave, shattering ten thousand phantasmal reflections into dust, leaving only a single true form in the world.

"Found you."

Eldrin Chen's eyes suddenly blazed with light. The Sky-Severing Twin Swords [a pair of legendary swords capable of cleaving the heavens] intertwined like Yin-Yang [the complementary cosmic forces of dark and light, passive and active] immortal radiance, transforming into a Chaos Sword Aura [a sword energy imbued with the power of primordial chaos] that slashed towards the Sword Profound Desolation Emperor.

Yet, facing such a strike, the Sword Profound Desolation Emperor instantly dissipated like an illusion, transforming into a sword aura that fled far beyond the void of the heavens.

"*Clang—*"

Before the Sword Profound Desolation Emperor could even steady his form, he formed a seal and summoned his life-bound sword embryo to soar skyward.

In that instant, a blindingly brilliant sword aura split the Chaos asunder. Wherever it passed, the Chaos disintegrated, the desolate seas parted, and its Imperishable [eternal, indestructible] sword intent nearly pierced through the River of Time and Space [the metaphysical flow that governs the passage of time and the fabric of space].

The might of this sword strike, bearing the awe-inspiring power of Slaughter, was already sufficient to threaten Eldrin Chen's severely wounded Primordial Unity Body [a legendary physique representing the primordial state of undivided unity].

"This Sword Profound Desolation Emperor, in ages past, must have been a peerless genius of the sword path."

Rather than relying on his Indestructible Battle Armor to receive the blow head-on, Eldrin Chen instantly summoned the True Aegis of Primordial Chaos [a supreme defensive technique manifesting a shield of primordial chaos] to protect himself, then transformed into the Five-Colored Aurora Escape [a divine movement ability resembling a five-colored aurora] to pierce through the Chaos [the formless, primordial state before creation].

By the time the Five-Colored Divine Light [a radiant light embodying the power of five elements] abruptly converged, he had already appeared behind the Sword Profound Emperor Lord [a supreme title for a ruler among cultivators].

"Perish!"

Eldrin Chen snorted coldly, unleashing the Yin-Yang Void Mirror [a magical treasure that manipulates the forces of yin and yang to lock space] to immobilize the Sword Profound Emperor Lord, then wielded the Primordial Chaos Heaven Halberd [a divine polearm forged from the essence of primordial chaos] to deliver a devastating cleaving strike.

Facing such an assault, the Sword Profound Desolation Emperor remained utterly unperturbed, his expression unchanging.

His gaze shifted subtly, and the pupils that had remained sealed until now opened. In the moment between their opening, a pair of Dual Pupils [a rare and powerful ocular constitution granting profound sight] suddenly blazed with light.

In that instant, the Chaos was sundered, the Void [the concept of emptiness or non-being] shattered, and a sword-light of world-shaking brilliance pierced through the vast heavens and earth, slashing toward Eldrin Chen.

The power of this strike was truly terrifying. In In the Blink of an Eye [an extremely brief moment], it pierced through the Primordial Chaos Qi [a divine ability manifesting the primordial chaotic energy], this True Spirit Divine Ability [a supreme ability born from one's true spiritual essence]. Its remaining force, undiminished, continued to press down, intent on annihilating Eldrin Chen.

"Not good—"

Eldrin Chen's heart lurched in alarm. The Abyssal Seal above his head, sensing its master's peril, activated of its own accord. In an instant, it transformed into the Wu Earth Sovereign Emperor Bell, enveloping his body and blocking that world-sundering, peerless strike of Slaughter.

Turning back, Eldrin Chen discovered that Sword Profound Desolation Emperor had once again dispersed, transforming into a streak of sword energy that fled far beyond the void of the heavens.

Eldrin Chen retracted the Wu Earth Sovereign Emperor Bell. He assessed the injuries within his body through the Indestructible Battle Armor and then cast his gaze into the distance.

There, amidst the boundless Primordial Chaos Desolate Sea, Sword Profound Desolation Emperor was wreathed in endless sword energy. An Imperishable sword intent radiated from his form, cleaving the very fabric of heaven and earth Void. Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly at the sight.

"To think he has cultivated a pair of Dual Pupils [a legendary ocular constitution granting profound perception] to such a profound realm."

"Moreover, he has concealed True Spirit Sword Intent within those Dual Pupils. This Sword Profound Emperor Lord has actually mastered the Sword Great Dao [the supreme principle of the Sword Path] at the True Spirit Realm."

Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly, growing ever more certain that this Sword Profound Emperor Lord must have been a peerless genius of the Great Wilderness Primordial Domain in ages past.

Such a figure, had it not been for the cataclysm that befell the Great Wilderness Primordial Domain, would surely have possessed the potential to become a supreme Great Emperor. His current fall into desolation was a truly lamentable tragedy.

"*Hummm—*"

Just as Eldrin Chen's thoughts flickered, Trident Desolation Emperor and Savage Bull Desolation Emperor had already pierced through the void to attack, bearing down upon Eldrin Chen with an overwhelming, unstoppable force.

Seizing the moment, Sword Profound Desolation Emperor made his move, unleashing a peerless sword intent that tore through the firmament towards its target.

"Troublesome..."

Eldrin Chen's pupils contracted slightly. Just as he was feeling hard-pressed, a violent, profound silence emanated from the Chaos [the primordial, formless state before creation].

In that instant, from within the Great Wilderness Primordial Domain, a radiance of supremely dazzling immortal light shot forth.

It was an ancient, unadorned scripture. It seemed to be the eternal Grand Yang [the supreme, ultimate positive principle of the cosmos], emanating boundless light of the Soul [the spiritual essence and core of a being].

"A Soul Supreme Treasure [a legendary artifact of the highest order that governs and purifies the spiritual essence]."

A slight tremor passed between Eldrin Chen's brows. He saw the ancient book radiating a Soul-light that made all living beings tremble with awe.

This Soul-light was condensed from countless golden ancient characters. Each character was supremely profound and arcane, emanating an indescribable, paramount power.

As the golden characters resonated and chanted, Trident Desolation Emperor and Savage Bull Desolation Emperor suddenly crashed to their knees. Clutching their heads, they let out agonized, soul-rending howls of utter torment.

Sword Profound Desolation Emperor also stumbled in his step, instantly transforming into a sword radiance that pierced through the Chaos and vanished into the depths of the vast desolate sea.

"A perfect opportunity!"

Eldrin Chen seized the moment, commanding the Primordial Chaos Heaven Halberd to pierce through the skull of the Trident Desolation Emperor.

He further wielded the Sky-Severing Twin Swords in a crisscrossing dance, thrusting them through the eyes of the Savage Bull Desolation Emperor and deep into its mind, where they churned and shredded without cease.

An unknowable length of time passed before the two great Desolation Emperors let out mournful howls and collapsed to their knees, their forms utterly still and devoid of any further movement.

"Hah—"

With the fall of the two great Desolation Emperors, the remaining Desolate Tribe forces fled, leaving a field of corpses behind, and the battle finally drew to a close.

Eldrin Chen let out a sigh of relief. His gaze then turned to the ancient scripture that blazed like an eternal sun, and a ripple of awe stirred within the depths of his eyes.

"An immensely powerful Innate Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure born from the primordial chaos of creation], and it seems to be a Soul [the spiritual essence of a being]-attribute Soul Path Supreme Treasure?"

"Moreover, the power of this treasure appears to be exceptionally potent against the Chaos Desolate Tribe."

"What is the true origin of this ancient and unadorned scripture?"

Just as Eldrin Chen was pondering this, the scroll of ancient scripture shot forth and vanished into the heavens and earth.

Seeing the ancient book had already disappeared, Eldrin Chen abandoned the thought of investigating it further.

As he returned from the Primordial Chaos Desolate Sea, countless Descendants of the Great Desolate erupted in cheers of celebration.

"Victory! We are victorious!"

The Descendants of the Great Desolate cheered, and a group of Desolate Tribe warriors, looking at Eldrin Chen, roared with immense joy: "Valor! Valor! Valor!"

Countless Descendants of the Great Desolate cheered, lifting Eldrin Chen high into the air from the depths of their hearts, the exhilaration of survival after calamity flowing through every soul.

Eldrin Chen did not resist, joining in the celebration to follow local custom. When he was finally set down, he looked towards Amani and saw her lower her head, a faint blush coloring her cheeks.

"Alas—"

In that fleeting moment, Eldrin Chen seemed to grasp a profound understanding, and he could not help but sigh softly within his heart.

He did not say much more, instructing the others to gather the spoils of war while he retired alone to his cultivation chamber to await the inevitable.

As he had anticipated, it was not long before a visitor arrived from the Great Wilderness Sacred Hall, and it was precisely that Old Priest.

Meeting Eldrin Chen once more, the Old Priest's demeanor was markedly different.

He bowed deeply and solemnly, then spoke: "For this Desolate Tribulation, we owe a great debt to your honored guest for lending your aid."

"This old man has come to humbly request your honored guest's presence for a discussion within the Sacred Hall."

Eldrin Chen offered a faint smile and replied calmly, "There is no need for such formality, Elder. The debt I owe for your life-saving grace is beyond repayment; it was only right to offer assistance."

"With your power, even had we not intervened, you would have surely achieved Restoration and returned."

The Old Priest smiled in return, then led Eldrin Chen into the heart of the Great Wilderness Sacred Hall.

Upon arriving at the Great Wilderness Sacred Hall, Eldrin Chen discovered that within its halls, including the Old Priest and Single Primordial Qi, a total of nine elders clad in black robes were standing in solemn attendance.

Among these nine elders, eight possessed cultivation bases at the Great Luo Golden Immortal Great Perfection realm, while the most powerful one had stepped into the Early Stage Primordial Chaos Emperor Lord realm.

Unlike the Grand Luo Golden Immortal cultivators of the outside world, these Descendants of the Great Desolate did not seem to practice the Great Wilderness Body Tempering Art. Instead, they walked the orthodox path of the Grand Luo Golden Immortal [the pinnacle realm of cultivation, representing a perfected golden immortal state], each possessing a not-insignificant level of Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core and highest form of consciousness of a cultivator] cultivation.

However, the auras of these individuals now seemed exceedingly frail, their magical power and Primordial Spirit having dwindled to the brink of utter exhaustion.

"Honored guest, do you find our chosen path of cultivation somewhat surprising?"

Seeming to notice the expression on Eldrin Chen's face, the leading Chief Priest Elder spoke with a faint smile.

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod, then inquired, "I presume you all are the Grand Luo Golden Immortal who remained from the era of the Great Wilderness Primordial Domain [the primordial world of ancient times]."