Chapter 2047 : The Emperor's Decisive Suppression

In this conflict as a whole, the Great Desolate Ancient Realm held an overwhelming advantage. Not only did it possess two Great Emperor-level combatants—Sword Abyss and Indestructible—but it also had the two Great Emperor-level warriors, Three Talents and Four Symbols.

Furthermore, Eldrin Chen had left behind five Great Emperor-level Soul Slave [a cultivator whose soul and will have been completely subjugated] to bolster their ranks.

Now, witnessing that two of the six Great Emperor had sensed the peril and employed astonishing methods to flee the Great Desolate Ancient Realm, the situation was clear.

The remaining four, whose escape capabilities were slightly inferior, found themselves temporarily trapped by the allied forces. They fought desperately, striving to break free and flee beyond the borders of the Great Desolate Ancient Realm.

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen acted with decisive finality. With a mere turn of his palm, he suppressed the remaining four Great Emperor one by one, bringing this protracted war to its conclusion.

With the four Great Emperor subdued, the several dozen remaining Primordial Chaos Emperor Monarch [a powerful cultivator realm below the Great Emperor level] posed little threat and were swiftly suppressed by the assembled forces.

Thus, the battle was finally and utterly concluded.

"Victory."

Witnessing the two Sage Ascendant [a cultivator realm surpassing the Great Emperor] retreat in defeat and the four Great Emperor fall into suppression, expressions of elation spread among the victors.

They swiftly surged out of the Great Desolate Ancient Realm and seized control of the Formation [a complex array or magical barrier] that the two Sage Ascendant had laid down.

Eldrin Chen had initially hoped to seize another Sage Ascendant [a cultivator who has ascended to the Sage realm] ancient vessel. Unfortunately, the Great Emperor Ancient Ship outside had already departed, following the retreat of the two Sage Ascendant experts.

Only after the situation was fully secured and the battlefield meticulously cleared did Eldrin Chen lead the group back to the Great Wilderness Sacred Hall.

Within the Great Wilderness Sacred Hall, Eldrin Chen cast his gaze over the assembled Emperor Lord [a supreme title for a ruler among cultivators] and spoke with a faint smile, "Esteemed lords, you have all fought valiantly for this victory."

"You honor us too much," came the reply. "This triumph rests entirely on the Realm Lord [the sovereign ruler of this realm] stabilizing the very heavens and earth."

A ripple of smiles passed through the gathering. The Dragon Turtle Emperor Lord was quick to chime in with flattery: "Your Majesty's divine might overshadows the world. With a mere flick of your finger, you subdued the Great Wilderness Emperor Sovereign, so capturing two mere Sage Ascendant was naturally effortless."

"Had those two old relics not fled so swiftly, they would surely be our prisoners by now."

"In my view, not even a Celestial Emperor [a supreme cultivator who has attained the Celestial Emperor realm] who dared to appear would..."

"Enough, enough,"

Eldrin Chen hastily interrupted the Dragon Turtle Emperor Lord, saying with a note of exasperation, "The majesty of the Sacred Realm [the realm of Sages] must not be disrespected. Even if they are merely Sage Ascendant, they are still Path-Holding Person [cultivators who have grasped and hold a fundamental Dao Path]. Were it not for borrowing the Authority of the Heavenly Dao [the power to command the fundamental laws of the world] within the Great Desolate Ancient Realm, I likely could not have suppressed them either."

Upon hearing this, Sword Abyss Sacred Lord could not help but exchange a glance with Immortal Great Emperor. A flicker of astonishment surfaced in the depths of both their gazes.

They had discerned the implication within Eldrin Chen's words. If he found it difficult to suppress two Sage Ascendant [a supreme cultivation realm just below the Progenitor level], did that not mean that even without the augmentation of the Authority of the Heavenly Dao [the supreme authority to wield the power of the Heavenly Dao], he possessed at least the capability to contend with a Sage Ascendant?

A trace of bewilderment flashed within their eyes, and their hearts were filled with profound shock.

"A Seventh Layer Primordial Unity Emperor Lord [an Emperor Lord who has reached the seventh layer of the Primordial Unity realm], yet capable of rivaling a Sage Ascendant..."

"It seems our Sovereign's talent and aptitude far surpass even our wildest estimations."

As their thoughts silently communicated, the astonishment in their gazes only deepened.

At that very moment, Liora, the Emperor Lord presented a detailed inventory to Eldrin Chen and spoke with a slight smile, "These are the spoils of this battle, Emperor Lord [a title for a supreme ruler among cultivators]. Please review them."

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod, took the list, and scanned its contents. A sense of quiet reassurance settled within him.

In this conflict, they had subdued several dozen Primordial Chaos Emperor Monarch [powerful beings at the Emperor Monarch level within the Primordial Chaos], including four experts at the Great Emperor Realm [the realm of a Great Emperor]. The treasures seized were, naturally, of an utterly staggering magnitude.

Among them, there were over three hundred strands of Innate Primordial Qi [the most fundamental and pure energy born with the universe] alone. The number of Innate Supreme Treasure Embryo [the nascent form of a supreme innate treasure] and other divine materials that could be used for the Ascension [the process of elevating an item's grade] of Innate Supreme Treasure [a supreme-level treasure born from the innate laws of the cosmos] numbered in the hundreds.

These rare immortal metals and divine materials can all be used for the Ascension [the process of elevating a treasure's grade and power] of an Innate Supreme Treasure [a treasure born from primordial chaos, possessing immense innate power].

It is widely known that starting from a one-pattern Innate Supreme Treasure Embryo [the foundational, unrefined form of an Innate Supreme Treasure], the chance of success for each subsequent Ascension of the Innate Supreme Treasure Embryo is only between thirty and fifty percent.

Should it fail, the Innate Supreme Treasure Embryo would be damaged or destroyed. However, during the Ascension process, one can incorporate some rare divine substances.

Alternatively, by employing a supremely skilled Chaos Spiritual Treasure [a treasure forged from primordial chaos, often possessing unique refining properties], one can guarantee that the Innate Supreme Treasure Embryo will not be utterly ruined.

For instance, the 'Treasure-Refining Divine Liquid' [a mystical liquid that aids in refining and protecting treasures during their ascension] produced within the Blazing Central Primordial Domain can also ensure the Innate Supreme Treasure Embryo is not destroyed.

Another example is the Heaven and Earth Creation Cauldron [a legendary cauldron capable of creation and profound refinement] in its complete form. It can not only prevent a failed Ascension from destroying the Innate Supreme Treasure Embryo, but can even immediately repair an Innate Supreme Treasure Embryo that has failed its Ascension.

Compared to complete destruction, a damaged Innate Supreme Treasure Embryo holds the possibility of being repaired.

At that point, by refining some divine materials with compatible attributes and then nurturing it for several dozen or even a hundred Kalpa Tribulation [cosmic cycles of immense duration, often associated with tribulations and rebirth], the damaged Innate Supreme Treasure Embryo can be restored. Once repaired, it can continue its journey of Ascension.

Fundamentally, every Innate Supreme Treasure Embryo of seven patterns or above has undergone damage and repair at least several times.

In ancient times, when Black Abyss Great Emperor sought to Ascension his Lifebound Treasure [a treasure intimately linked to a cultivator's life force and cultivation base], the Black Abyss Emperor's Spear, he relied on vast quantities of Primordial Unity Divine Gold [a divine metal symbolizing primordial unity] and purchased no small amount of Treasure-Refining Divine Liquid. That spear was damaged and repaired nine times before its Ascension was finally, definitively achieved.

In truth, for the Black Abyss Emperor's Spear to achieve Ascension [the process of a treasure evolving to a higher grade] and become an Innate Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure born from the primordial chaos, possessing innate laws] after only nine instances of damage, the luck of Black Abyss Great Emperor was indeed not poor.

According to Eldrin Chen's estimation, the several hundred portions of materials obtained this time, while perhaps not guaranteeing the direct Ascension [the process of a treasure evolving to a higher grade] of an Innate Supreme Treasure Embryo [the nascent, unformed state of an Innate Supreme Treasure], should be more than sufficient to facilitate the Ascension [the process of a treasure evolving to a higher grade] of several Seven-Pattern Innate Supreme Treasure Embryo [an Innate Supreme Treasure Embryo marked with seven primordial patterns, indicating immense potential].

"These divine materials are excellent, they will save us a considerable amount of Primordial Chaos Source Qi [the primal, undifferentiated energy from which all creation emerged]."

"And this Innate Primordial Qi [the purest form of primordial energy, foundational for creating supreme treasures] can also make up for the deficiency of Innate Primordial Qi [the purest form of primordial energy, foundational for creating supreme treasures] in my possession."

Such thoughts drifted through Eldrin Chen's mind before his gaze settled upon the remaining treasures.

Compared to these Primordial Unity Level [the cultivation realm of a Primordial Unity Great Emperor] immortal metals and divine materials, what truly stirred Eldrin Chen's heart were the captured Innate Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure born from the primordial chaos, possessing innate laws].

From suppressing the four Great Emperor [a supreme cultivator who has comprehended a Great Dao and rules over a vast domain], Eldrin Chen had seized a full three Innate Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure born from the primordial chaos, possessing innate laws]. Adding the Great Wilderness Emperor Sword from Great Wilderness Emperor Sovereign, he had obtained a total of four such supreme treasures.

These four Innate Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure born from the primordial chaos, possessing innate laws] were: the Great Wilderness Emperor Sword, the Crimson Emperor's Battle Armor, the Heaven-Slaying War Blade, and the Heaven-Locking Golden Chain.

Among the four Innate Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure born from the primordial chaos, possessing innate laws], the Great Wilderness Emperor Sword, tempered over countless years by Great Wilderness Emperor Sovereign, possessed power that ranked first. It could be called the Innate Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure born from the primordial chaos, possessing innate laws] with the most potent Slaughter [a divine ability or law focused on absolute destruction] capabilities.

The Crimson Emperor's Battle Armor offered exceptional defense. Moreover, it could manifest the 'Crimson Flame Qi [the essence of crimson flame, a pure elemental force] Divine Form' and merge it with a powerhouse's body, greatly enhancing the ultimate combat prowess of a Great Emperor [a supreme cultivator who has comprehended a Great Dao and rules over a vast domain]. It originated from a top-tier Great Emperor [a supreme cultivator who has comprehended a Great Dao and rules over a vast domain] known as 'Refining Heaven Crimson Emperor'.

The Heaven-Slaying War Blade [a legendary weapon of immense destructive power] is peerless in its Slaughter [a divine ability focused on absolute annihilation], and the Heaven-Locking Golden Chain [an unbreakable chain capable of binding even celestial beings] is of unparalleled sturdiness, potent enough to pierce the flesh of a Great Emperor [a supreme sovereign among cultivators]. Once ensnared by it, even a Great Emperor would find it exceedingly difficult to break free.

"Four Innate Supreme Treasure [treasures born of heaven and earth, possessing supreme power], each an extraordinary object. A pity they are of little use to me."

Eldrin Chen shook his head. The Great Wilderness Emperor Sword [the sovereign blade of the primordial wilds] and the Heaven-Slaying War Blade were peerless in slaughter, yet he already possessed the Abyssal Seal [a mystical seal embodying the power of the primordial abyss].

The Abyssal Seal could manifest myriad divine weapons. Although its current might might not surpass these two supreme treasures, it was at least not inferior in the slightest, and more importantly, it was far more suited to Eldrin Chen himself.

As for the Crimson Emperor's Battle Armor [the legendary war-plate of the Crimson Emperor] and the Heaven-Locking Golden Chain, their aid to Eldrin Chen was also not particularly significant; at best, they could only be considered embellishments on an already magnificent tapestry.

With this in mind, Eldrin Chen decided to bestow these several Innate Supreme Treasure upon his comrades, thereby bolstering the combat strength of the Great Desolate Ancient Realm [the ancient and primordial domain of the Great Wilderness].

Having settled on his course, Eldrin Chen retrieved the four treasures separately and then, looking at the Immortal Great Emperor, said, "Immortal Great Emperor."

"This general is present!"

The Immortal Great Emperor answered with a cupped-fist salute. It was the first time he had referred to himself as a 'Divine General,' a clear sign that he had been utterly subdued by Eldrin Chen's invincible battle prowess and transcendent talent.

He had always been of a solitary and proud disposition, considering himself unmatched under heaven. Not even the Great Wilderness Emperor Sovereign [the supreme ruler of the Great Wilderness Ancient Realm] had been able to make him submit.

But now, having witnessed Eldrin Chen's [the protagonist's name] peerless combat prowess—defeating a Sage Ascendant [a supreme cultivation realm] while only at the Seventh Layer Primordial Unity Emperor Lord [a high emperor-level realm]—his heart was filled with genuine admiration.

"There is no need for such formalities."

Eldrin Chen smiled at this, then retrieved the Crimson Emperor's Battle Armor [a legendary suit of enchanted armor] and handed it over, saying, "Your talent is extraordinary, your physical combat power is rare across the ages, and under the effect of Ultimate Sublimation [a supreme self-enhancing technique], you can even battle an Invincible Great Emperor [a pinnacle-level emperor].

"Now, I bestow upon you this Crimson Emperor's Battle Armor, hoping it will add wings to a tiger, enabling you to sweep away all enemies for our Great Desolate Ancient Realm [the ancient world they inhabit]."

"This general accepts the command!"

Immortal Great Emperor [a title for a powerful emperor] spoke, his expression solemn as he received the Crimson Emperor's Battle Armor.

Witnessing this scene, the others could not help but feel a twinge of envy. Immortal Great Emperor's foundation was already immensely powerful; with the added empowerment of the Crimson Emperor's Battle Armor, his combat power would likely barely step into the domain of a top-tier Great Emperor [a high-level emperor].

Coupled with his Ultimate Sublimation, Immortal Great Emperor's peak Eruption [a state of explosive power release] would likely rank as formidable even within the Invincible Great Emperor realm.

Eldrin Chen smiled again, then took out the Heaven-Locking Golden Chain [a divine chain for binding enemies] and handed it to the leader of the Three Talents Emperor Lord [a trio of emperors], Heaven's Slaughter [a title/name], saying,

"This Heaven-Locking Golden Chain is a supreme treasure for entrapping foes. I entrust it to the joint custody of you, the Three Talents Emperor Lord. I hope you will not disappoint me."

The three Emperor Lord [a title for powerful cultivators who have reached the emperor-level realm] heard this and immediately revealed expressions of ecstatic joy.

The seven Emperor Lord known as Three Talents and Four Symbols [a collective name for a group of seven emperor lords] had long ago sworn an oath of brotherhood and sisterhood. Among them, Three Talents Emperor Lord had always been the eldest brother and possessed combat power a notch above the others.

However, ever since they began following Eldrin Chen, Four Symbols Emperor Lord had wielded the Innate Supreme Treasure [a treasure born from the primordial chaos, of the highest grade] known as the Azure Dragon Halberd for many years. His combat strength had long since risen to rival that of a powerful Great Emperor [a supreme cultivator who has mastered a Great Dao and rules over a vast domain], much to the envy of his three elder brothers.

Now that these three brothers also possessed the Heaven-Locking Golden Chain, their power was destined for a great leap forward, restoring a measure of their dignity as elder siblings.

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen spoke, "Your foundations, built over these many years, are not far from the Great Emperor Realm."

"In time, I shall open the alchemical furnace to refine a batch of supreme Treasure Pill [a pill of immense value that can greatly aid cultivation]."

"When that time comes, you may attempt your breakthrough into the Great Emperor Realm. I hope you will dedicate yourselves to diligent cultivation and begin preparing to set foot upon the path of a Great Emperor."

Upon hearing these words, the seven Emperor Lord of Three Talents and Four Symbols were once again overcome with wild elation.

They immediately bowed their heads in unison, offering their thanks: "We are deeply grateful for your guidance, Master. We pledge our lives to follow you."

Eldrin Chen offered a faint smile, saying no more, and turned his gaze to the remaining individuals.

But seeing Liora, the Emperor Lord gazing at him with eager anticipation, and Sword Profound Emperor Lord also staring intently at the Great Wilderness Emperor Sword with a flicker of desire in his eyes.

Therefore, Eldrin Chen offered a faint smile, bestowed the Great Wilderness Emperor Sword upon Sword Profound Emperor Lord, and then spoke: "You cultivate the Sword Great Dao [the supreme path of the sword], and your talent is no less than that of the Immortal Great Emperor, even harboring a sliver of potential to prove your way to the Celestial Emperor [the realm of a Heavenly Emperor]."

"Today, I bestow the Great Wilderness Emperor Sword upon you, hoping you will soon master the Sword Great Dao and add another supreme Chaos Sword Emperor to the ranks within the Vast Chaotic Void."

Sword Profound Emperor Lord assumed a solemn expression and pledged immediately: "If that day truly comes, I shall become the sword in my liege's hand, sweeping away all who dare defy you."

"I await that day."

Eldrin Chen chuckled softly, then finally turned his gaze to Liora, the Emperor Lord.

For one's own Dao Companion, there was naturally no need for ceremony. Eldrin Chen handed the Heaven-Slaying War Blade over to Liora, the Emperor Lord.

Thus, the combat strength under Eldrin Chen's command received another monumental boost.

With Liora and Sword Profound wielding Innate Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure born of primordial chaos], their combat power directly stepped into the domain of a Great Emperor. Three Talents Emperor Lord, now possessing an additional Innate Supreme Treasure, also saw his strength soar dramatically.

Among the remaining few at the Late Primordial Chaos Emperor Lord Realm, the three Seventh Layer Primordial Unity Emperor Lord—Dragon Turtle, Diurnal Extinction, and Distant Heaven—watched their comrades receive their Innate Supreme Treasure, and a look of intense longing surfaced in their eyes.

Alas, they also understood their own insufficient strength. With cultivation at the Seventh Layer Primordial Unity Emperor Lord level, even if they obtained an Innate Supreme Treasure [a treasure born from the primordial chaos, possessing supreme power], they would likely only be able to unleash half of its might.

Therefore, both the Diurnal Extinction Emperor Lord and the Distant Heaven Emperor Lord suppressed the thoughts in their hearts, not daring to entertain any further ideas.

Only Dragon Turtle Emperor Lord stared longingly at Eldrin Chen, his expression carrying a hint of ingratiation as he spoke.

"My Lord, perhaps you might consider bestowing something upon me as well?"

"You sly creature."

Eldrin Chen chuckled helplessly, then retrieved a single drop of Great Wilderness Sacred Lord's Vitality Essence Blood [the most potent and spiritually rich essence-blood of a supreme being]. He handed it to Dragon Turtle Emperor Lord and said, "Although the Great Wilderness Emperor Sovereign did not walk the path of Sainthood through the Flesh [a cultivation method focusing on tempering the physical body to god-like perfection], his physical form still surpassed the Great Emperor Realm."

"This drop of Vitality Essence Blood contains the profound truths of the Great Dao [the fundamental principle governing all existence]. If you can fully comprehend it, stepping into the Eighth Layer of Primordial Unity Emperor Lord in the future might well be within your grasp."

Upon hearing this, Dragon Turtle Emperor Lord immediately stored it away with utmost solemnity.

Compared to ordinary essence-blood, Vitality Essence Blood was exceedingly rare. Vitality Essence Blood at the Sage Ascendant level was of immeasurable value.

A Sage Ascendant possessed at most a mere dozen or so drops of Vitality Essence Blood. In ages past, the Azure Dragon Great Emperor was born from the Sage Ascendant Dragon Corpse, nurtured by precisely nine drops of Vitality Essence Blood.

The forelimb contained countless drops of refined blood, yet only a single drop of Vitality Essence Blood [a supremely potent blood essence containing the foundational life force of a primordial being] was present within them.

Dragon Turtle Emperor Lord had trodden the path of the Seventh Layer Primordial Unity Emperor Lord [the seventh stage of the Primordial Unity Emperor Lord realm] for many years. However, due to insufficient foundational potential, he had only managed to cultivate a single True Spirit Foundation [the core spiritual foundation required for advancement], thus remaining unable to progress further.

If he could refine and absorb this drop of Vitality Essence Blood, his latent potential would surely undergo a breakthrough, and stepping into the Eighth Layer of Primordial Unity Emperor Lord [the eighth stage of the Primordial Unity Emperor Lord realm] would be well within his grasp.

Having obtained the Vitality Essence Blood, Dragon Turtle Emperor Lord gleefully stored it away.

Diurnal Extinction and Distant Heaven Emperor Lord watched with eyes wide, unable to suppress a curse muttered under their breath. "That fellow is a Primordial Chaos Emperor Monarch [a sovereign ruler born from the primordial chaos], how can he have so little regard for his dignity?"

"Should we also ask our Lord for a reward?"

"I fear not. His skill in flattery is at least at the Great Emperor [the Great Emperor cultivation realm] level. You and I are likely far from matching it."

As his subordinates exchanged whispers, Eldrin Chen finished distributing the most valuable treasures.

He cast a glance over the assembled figures and spoke. "Immortal Great Emperor shall remain. The rest of you may withdraw."

"As you command."

Hearing this, the crowd dispersed one after another.

Not long after everyone had departed, Eldrin Chen turned to Immortal Desolation Emperor and said, "With the capture of four Great Emperor [the supreme sovereigns of the cultivation world] this time, your True Spirit Divine Form [a divine manifestation of one's spiritual essence] may be able to advance further."

Upon hearing this, Immortal Great Emperor gave a slight, thoughtful nod.

The four Great Emperor subdued this time were Refining Heaven Crimson Emperor, Heaven-Slaying War Emperor, Heaven-Locking Great Emperor, and Golden Eagle Great Emperor.

Among these four Great Emperor, Refining Heaven Crimson Emperor possessed the strongest overall combat prowess, a top-tier Great Emperor comparable to Primordial Thunder Crow Great Emperor, and was also the most powerful Great Emperor within the Imperial Extreme Primordial Domain [a primordial realm of immense power and ancient heritage].

Unfortunately, his means of escape were insufficient, and coupled with being the primary focus of the group's attention, he failed to break out of the Great Desolate Ancient Realm [an ancient and desolate expanse of primordial lands].

Of the remaining three Great Emperor, Heaven-Slaying War Emperor excelled in Slaughter [a divine ability focused on pure destruction], while Heaven-Locking Great Emperor specialized in trapping enemies; both were captured because they lacked proficiency in fleeing.

As for Golden Eagle Great Emperor, he was the fastest Great Emperor in the Imperial Extreme Primordial Domain, and in theory, one of the most likely to have escaped the Great Desolate Ancient Realm.

However, his luck was poor, as he was countered by 'Aurora Great Emperor', one of the five Soul Slave [a cultivator whose soul and will have been completely subjugated] under Eldrin Chen's command.

Though Golden Eagle Great Emperor possessed extreme speed, his frontal combat strength was not formidable. Lacking an Innate Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure born from the primordial chaos, possessing unparalleled power] to enhance his offensive or defensive capabilities, he was unable to shake off the pursuit of Aurora Great Emperor.

Ultimately, he was trapped by the combined efforts of Four Symbols Great Emperor and Aurora Great Emperor, dragged out until Eldrin Chen intervened to suppress him.

"Among the four Great Emperor [the supreme rulers of the cultivation world] remains, which two do you wish to refine?"

Gazing at the Immortal Great Emperor before him, Eldrin Chen inquired.

Immortal Great Emperor pondered briefly before replying, "Do you not intend to cultivate the True Spirit Divine Form [a supreme divine body cultivation art]?"

"They are not compatible with my own path."

Eldrin Chen shook his head. Although both cultivated the True Spirit Divine Form, the treasures required for Eldrin Chen's cultivation of this art demanded far higher standards.

By now, Eldrin Chen understood that refining Great Emperor remains aligned with his own Dao, alongside Innate Supreme Treasure [a treasure born of heaven and earth with supreme properties], to cultivate the True Spirit Divine Form would yield far greater future ascension.

Even having achieved the Grand Dao Divine Form [a divine form embodying a Grand Dao], had Eldrin Chen not refined the White Tiger Emperor Sword [a sword embodying the White Tiger's essence] which suited him, he would not possess that ultimate, razor-sharp force.

Had he not refined the Black Tortoise Armor [armor imbued with the Black Tortoise's defensive essence] and the Ancient Pearl of Life [a pearl containing primordial life force], they would not have conferred their additional elemental attributes.

Consider this: the Immortal Shield and Crimson Peak Spear of Immortal Great Emperor merely augmented raw strength and defense, lacking any additional sharpness or specialized power enhancements.

Moreover, Eldrin Chen felt that once he gathered the five Innate Supreme Treasure [treasures of supreme quality born from the world's primal essence] corresponding to the Azure Dragon, White Tiger, Vermilion Bird, Black Tortoise, and Qilin...

...and cultivated the five corresponding True Spirit Divine Form [divine transformations based on the archetypal spirits of creation], they would likely possess unique synergistic effects.

Furthermore, Eldrin Chen's five True Spirit Divine Form were originally cultivated through the five Five Elements Great Dao [profound cultivation arts aligned with the fundamental elements], making them even more compatible with the power of the five True Spirit [primordial spiritual archetypes].

Therefore, Eldrin Chen did not hold these four Great Emperor [a supreme cultivation realm, the pinnacle of mortal ascension] remains in particularly high regard.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen spoke, "Choose two for yourself and swiftly cultivate your True Spirit Divine Form."

"Very well."

Immortal Great Emperor nodded, taking the complete remains of the Refining Heaven Crimson Emperor and the Golden Eagle Great Emperor.

Watching this, Eldrin Chen gave an approving nod. "The Refining Heaven Crimson Emperor excelled in the Dao of Eruption [a divine ability focused on explosive, overwhelming force]. His remains are suited for Ascension [the process of breaking through to a higher cultivation realm] through Ultimate Sublimation [a divine ability that refines one's essence to its absolute peak]."

"Although the Golden Eagle Great Emperor's combat prowess was lesser, his speed was truly peerless, making his essence ideal for your Extreme Speed [a divine ability granting unparalleled velocity] divine patterns."

Without further comment, Immortal Great Emperor allowed Eldrin Chen to observe as he immediately began refining the two complete Great Emperor remains.

Refining the remains of a Great Emperor [the supreme sovereign realm of cultivation] is no simple feat. At its core, it is an act of plundering a Great Emperor's Grand Dao Divine Form [the ultimate divine manifestation of one's cultivated Great Dao]—a process that involves seizing it from their complete physical form, their Dao Authority [the authority and dominion over a specific Dao or cosmic principle], and their Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core and true essence of a cultivator's being].

Immortal Great Emperor first refined the skeleton of the Golden-Winged Roc [a legendary avian demon beast with immense speed and power]. Through earth-shaking, supreme might and the profound mysteries of the Flesh Ascendant lineage [a cultivation path focused on transcending through the perfection and transformation of the physical body], he forcefully and gradually assimilated the complete corporeal form of the Golden-Winged Roc into his own.

After a long while, the skeleton of the Golden-Winged Roc was utterly fused within Immortal Great Emperor's body, causing the divine patterns of his Extreme Speed [a divine ability granting unparalleled velocity] to undergo a transformation.

In that instant, the divine patterns morphed into an ethereal divine form. At times, it manifested as a streak of auroral light; at others, it took the shape of the divine ruler from A Footstep is a World Away [a divine ability allowing one to traverse vast distances with a single step], or transformed into a talisman capable of shattering the Void [the empty space between realms or dimensions].

Finally, it coalesced once more, molting and evolving into a pair of golden wings.

"True Spirit Divine Form—Light-Chasing Golden Wings,"

Immortal Great Emperor murmured softly, a glimmer of pleasant surprise shining within his gaze.