Chapter 2068 : A Sage's Silent Farewell

Fortunately, with the assistance of Indestructible Elder [an ancient and venerable figure], these Sage Ascendant [cultivators who have ascended to the peak of the Sage realm] could no longer bar their path,

They fought their way through the encirclement, traversing the Vast Chaotic Void [the primordial, formless expanse between realms], and only halted once they were beyond the borders of the Three Poles Origin Domain [the primordial domain representing the three cosmic poles].

Having returned to the most formidable region of the Three Poles Origin Domain, Eldrin Chen turned to Indestructible Elder and expressed his gratitude, "For this journey, I offer my deepest thanks for your aid, Senior."

"There is no need for such formality."

Indestructible Elder replied with serene calm, offering no further words. He merely gave Eldrin Chen's shoulder a firm pat before rising and departing from the Three Poles Origin Domain.

Watching the receding figure of Indestructible Elder, Eldrin Chen felt words catch in his throat, but in the end, he could only release a soft sigh.

This time, Indestructible Elder had escorted him back, yet chose to stop at the very edge of the Three Poles Origin Domain. It was clear he wished to avoid drawing near to Grand Turbid Daoist [a powerful Daoist master associated with primordial turbidity].

As one who aspired to become a Chaos Celestial Emperor [a supreme ruler born of primordial chaos] but had been long stalled at the Sage Ascendant Realm, he dared not trust himself. In the presence of Kirin Ancient Ancestor [the primordial progenitor of the mythical Kirin], he might not be able to resist coveting the Chaos Primordial Qi [the fundamental energy of creation from the dawn of chaos].

Not meeting, not making contact—perhaps that was the wisest choice.

"Alas."

Eldrin Chen let out a soft sigh, yet could only suppress the thoughts swirling within him.

He ceased his ruminations and stepped into the Primordial Immortal Domain, arriving within the Kirin Ancient Domain.

Upon meeting Grand Turbid Daoist, Eldrin Chen handed him a Primordial Chaos Immortal Pill and spoke, "With this in hand, Fellow Daoist, your chances should increase by several more degrees."

"Indeed."

Grand Turbid Daoist accepted the Primordial Chaos Immortal Pill, his expression one of rapturous joy as he declared, "My deepest gratitude for this, Fellow Daoist. With this treasure, my hopes for this endeavor have truly grown severalfold."

Having obtained the Primordial Chaos Immortal Pill, Grand Turbid Daoist immediately entered seclusion to consolidate his cultivation base, making his final preparations to attempt a breakthrough to the Chaos Celestial Emperor realm.

As for Eldrin Chen, he did not linger. He proceeded to the Immortal Court and commenced a period of profound, secluded cultivation.

After an accumulation spanning two hundred Kalpa Tribulation [immense cosmic cycles], and now bolstered by the Chaotic Divine Liquid, the pace of Eldrin Chen's cultivation progress finally began to advance by leaps and bounds.

Roughly a dozen or so Kalpa Tribulation later, Eldrin Chen's Great Dao [the cultivation of one's fundamental path or law] cultivation was the first to break through, reaching the Eighth Layer of Primordial Unity Emperor Lord.

After another five Kalpa Tribulation had passed, his Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator] cultivation had also progressed a step further, stepping into the eighth layer of the Primordial Unity Primordial Spirit realm.

Of course, neither the Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator] foundation nor the Great Dao [the supreme path of cultivation] foundation of Eldrin Chen was as formidable as his physical body's foundation.

Even after breaking through to the Eighth Layer of Primordial Unity Emperor Lord, the combat power derived from these two foundations had merely reached the initial threshold of the Great Emperor Domain [the realm of power for a Great Emperor], offering no significant enhancement to Eldrin Chen's overall battle prowess.

It was the Path of Self-Sacrifice [a profound cultivation art based on selfless devotion] that had progressed further, having birthed the sixth True Spirit Divine Form [a divine manifestation of one's true spirit] during these years, and the seventh was now within sight.

Within the Seven Domains of the Southern Abyss now, the Path of Self-Sacrifice had begun to spread widely, and the pace of its refinement was accelerating ever faster.

Eldrin Chen estimated that within the next three hundred Kalpa Tribulation [a cosmic cycle of immense duration], the number of Grand Luo Golden Immortal [a supreme immortal realm] practitioners of the Path of Self-Sacrifice would surpass three thousand. By then, the art would possess the Nine True Spirit Divine Forms.

After the Path of Self-Sacrifice had evolved to possess seven True Spirit Divine Form, and roughly another twenty-plus Kalpa Tribulation had passed, Eldrin Chen's accumulation for his Chaos Indestructible Body [a legendary physique of primordial chaos] was finally sufficient.

Through his prolonged cultivation, he had expended over six thousand drops of Chaotic Divine Liquid [a primordial liquid of immense power], combined with the remains of the Vermilion Bird Sage Ascendant [a supreme being of the Vermilion Bird lineage], finally allowing him to touch the very limits of the Eighth Layer of Primordial Unity Emperor Lord.

"My physical cultivation... it should be ready for a breakthrough," he murmured to himself.

Eldrin Chen whispered inwardly before sinking into deep contemplation.

Having reached this juncture, Eldrin Chen could attempt the breakthrough into the Great Emperor Realm at any moment, yet he found himself hesitating, caught in a web of uncertainty.

For if his physical body were to break through the Great Emperor Realm [the realm of a Great Emperor, a pinnacle of physical cultivation], the disparity between his Chaos Indestructible Body [a legendary physique of unparalleled resilience born from primordial chaos] and his other foundational pillars would become too vast. The difficulty of achieving Limit-Breaking [the legendary act of shattering the inherent constraints of a cultivation realm] would then increase dramatically.

After all, his Refine Self Through Self Dao [a supreme cultivation art focused on self-perfection and harmonizing one's own path] demanded an exceptionally high degree of balance among one's foundational roots. Should he complete the breakthrough prematurely, achieving that balance would likely prove exceedingly difficult.

"It would be better to first Ascension [elevate to a higher grade] the Abyssal Seal [Eldrin's signature magical seal, a treasure of immense power], and then attempt to break the limits of my physical body,"

Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly. He then retrieved the Abyssal Seal, and began to fuse the various divine materials into it.

Refining a Chaos Rare Treasure [a treasure of immense rarity and power, born from the primordial chaos] was an arduous task. Even with Eldrin Chen's current level of cultivation, completely refining such a treasure required a considerable span of time.

Fortunately, the Chaos Mud [a primordial, formless substance capable of merging with and containing all things] within the Abyssal Seal was all-encompassing. It provided immense assistance in refining Chaos Rare Treasure, allowing one to be refined in roughly several Kalpa Tribulation's [cosmic cycles of immense duration, often spanning billions of years] worth of time.

After spending several tens of Kalpa Tribulation in this manner, Eldrin Chen finally succeeded in refining all twelve divine materials.

"It is done."

Seeing the divine materials successfully refined and the substance of the Abyssal Seal greatly strengthened, Eldrin Chen did not hesitate for a moment.

He took out the Innate Primordial Qi [the purest, most fundamental spiritual energy from the dawn of creation] and poured it all into the Abyssal Seal. After consecutively fusing thirty-six streams of this energy, the Abyssal Seal finally reached its absolute limit.

"One hundred and eight Great Dao Divine Chain [cosmic chains embodying supreme principles of the Great Dao]."

Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly, immediately sensing the Abyssal Seal [a supreme magical seal artifact] begin to tremble violently. Within it, the Great Dao Divine Chain [cosmic chains embodying supreme principles of the Great Dao] continuously converged and transformed, striving to coalesce into twelve Grand Dao Divine Form [divine manifestations of the supreme Grand Dao principles].

"I cannot Ascension [undergo the final breakthrough to a higher state of being] here."

At this critical moment, Eldrin Chen did not hesitate in the slightest. He decisively utilized the Nameless Space [a mysterious, extradimensional space] within the Abyssal Pearl [a mystical pearl containing vast spatial power] and appeared within the Great Desolate Ancient Realm [a primordial and desolate ancient world].

Then, without a moment's delay, he urged the Abyssal Seal [a supreme magical seal artifact] to complete its final metamorphosis.

"BOOM—"

In that instant, the Vast Chaotic Void [the boundless, formless chaos before creation] was torn asunder. From within the infinite Eternal Void [the timeless, absolute emptiness], the Eternal True Spirit [the primordial and everlasting source of all spiritual essence] trembled faintly, showering down a countless multitude of True Spirit Imprint [fragments of pure spiritual essence and cosmic law].

The cascade of True Spirit Imprint [fragments of pure spiritual essence and cosmic law] that descended this time was of an unprecedented, colossal scale, roaring forth like a vast, boundless ocean.

Eldrin Chen channeled all his power into the Abyssal Seal [a supreme magical seal artifact] to absorb the deluge. Only when the Abyssal Seal [a supreme magical seal artifact] reached its absolute limit did he realize that nine-tenths of the essence had been fused into the seal itself.

The remaining fraction flowed into Eldrin Chen's own body, yet it still constituted a staggering and immense bounty.

"An Innate Supreme Treasure [a supreme artifact born from the primordial chaos]—the Abyssal Seal!"

Gazing upon the Abyssal Seal before him, Eldrin Chen could not help but feel a flicker of joy, a wave of profound satisfaction washing over him.

Yet, in the very next instant, that satisfaction was tinged with a surge of astonishment.

"No... this is not right. The Abyssal Seal now... it is a Primordial Innate Supreme Treasure [an Innate Supreme Treasure that has transcended its original state, a step closer to becoming a Chaos Spiritual Treasure]."

Eldrin Chen murmured softly to himself, his expression transforming into one of pure, unadulterated delight.

The Abyssal Seal, now housing twelve Grand Dao Divine Form [divine manifestations of supreme Daos], was no ordinary Innate Supreme Treasure. It had surpassed that rank, ascending to become a Primordial Innate Supreme Treasure.

Within the boundless Chaos, Innate Supreme Treasure were hailed as Primordial Chaos Spiritual Treasure Embryo [the embryonic form of a Chaos Spiritual Treasure]. Yet, the distance between them and a true Chaos Spiritual Treasure [an artifact born from the union of a Chaos Great Dao and Chaos Primordial Qi] remained vast and immeasurable.

A genuine Chaos Spiritual Treasure was conceived from the profound resonance between a Chaos Great Dao [a supreme principle of the primordial chaos] and Chaos Primordial Qi [the most fundamental and potent energy of chaos], possessing unparalleled, supreme might.

For a common Innate Supreme Treasure, even if it fused with Chaos Primordial Qi, the chance of successfully Ascension [advancing or evolving to a higher state] into a Chaos Spiritual Treasure was merely one in ten.

However, if one gathered nine Innate Supreme Treasure with perfectly aligned attributes, fused them into one entity, and used Chaos Primordial Qi to catalyze its metamorphosis, then Ascension into a Chaos Spiritual Treasure was guaranteed—a certainty of one hundred percent.

Eldrin Chen's Abyssal Seal [a powerful enchanted seal artifact], however, possesses twelve Grand Dao Divine Form [manifestations of supreme divine power]. Not only does this guarantee a tenfold certainty for a future Ascension [a major breakthrough to a higher realm of existence] into a Chaos Spiritual Treasure [a treasure forged from primordial chaos], but it also holds the potential for advancement even beyond that.

"It seems that when the Violet Firmament Immortal Sage [a sage of the violet heavens] procured the Nine Dragon Treasures [a set of nine treasures forged from dragon essence], his intention was to refine them into a single Chaos Spiritual Treasure?"

Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly, a wry smile touching his lips as he realized that the Violet Firmament Immortal Sage had likely secured a rather significant bargain.

Generally speaking, while Chaos Primordial Qi [the primordial energy of chaos] is precious, a Chaos Spiritual Treasure is far rarer and more valuable.

After all, those most urgently in need of Chaos Primordial Qi are typically powerhouses at the Sage Ascendant Realm [the realm of a sage who has ascended beyond mortality], and such Sage Ascendant [beings] often struggle to produce treasures that would tempt a Chaos Celestial Emperor [a sovereign emperor who rules over a domain of chaos].

Conversely, an ordinary Chaos Celestial Emperor does not have an excessive demand for Chaos Primordial Qi.

As for high-tier Chaos Celestial Emperor who have reached the Dao Union Realm [the realm where one's being merges with the fundamental Dao] and beyond, their true craving is for Primordial Chaos Object [objects born directly from the primordial chaos], making Chaos Primordial Qi not their most pressing necessity.

In contrast, a single Chaos Spiritual Treasure can tangibly enhance the combat prowess of a Chaos Celestial Emperor, which is why its value typically exceeds that of Chaos Primordial Qi by roughly twofold.

"The loss is regrettable, yet I possess a Primordial Innate Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure innate to one's primordial being]. The Nine Dragon Treasures are of no further use to me."

Eldrin Chen whispered softly to himself. He then attempted to channel his power into the Abyssal Seal, and his expression immediately brightened with delight.

It turned out that after its Ascension [the process of a treasure evolving to a higher grade], the Abyssal Seal [a supreme seal treasure bound to Eldrin Chen] had undergone another immense leap in power, now possessing a might twelve times that of a standard Innate Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure born from the primordial chaos].

Such a supremely powerful Innate Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure born from the primordial chaos], if measured by raw destructive force alone, could rival—and perhaps even surpass—many Chaos Spiritual Treasure [a treasure forged from and embodying the power of primordial chaos].

Its sole flaw was that it had not undergone Ascension [the process of a treasure evolving to a higher grade] into a Chaos Spiritual Treasure [a treasure forged from and embodying the power of primordial chaos], thus lacking the empowerment of a Chaos Spiritual Treasure's inherent Chaos Great Dao [a supreme Dao path born from and governing primordial chaos].

Even so, the Abyssal Seal [a supreme seal treasure bound to Eldrin Chen] could already be considered the equivalent of a Sainthood through the Flesh [a cultivator who achieves supreme power through physical body refinement] among Chaos Spiritual Treasure [a treasure forged from and embodying the power of primordial chaos]; it possessed the qualification to contend with them.

"Excellent. With this treasure in hand, my strength has increased tremendously once more," Eldrin Chen murmured to himself.

He then stepped alone into the Primordial Chaos Desolate Sea [the vast, untamed sea of primordial chaos that exists between worlds], wielding the Primordial Chaos Heaven Halberd [a halberd weapon forged from primordial chaos]. With each swing, the unleashed power transcended a certain ultimate threshold.

Most crucially, as a Life-Bound Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure intrinsically linked to a cultivator's life force and cultivation base], this Chaos Spiritual Treasure [a treasure forged from and embodying the power of primordial chaos] resonated perfectly with his foundational cultivation, unleashing power far surpassing that of a mere Innate Supreme Treasure [a supreme treasure born from the primordial chaos].

"As I am now, though I dare not claim I could directly challenge a Chaos Celestial Emperor [a Celestial Emperor whose power is rooted in primordial chaos], I am but a single step away from being able to contend with a standard Celestial Emperor [the sovereign realm of a Celestial Emperor]," he assessed.

"All that remains is to break through to the Great Emperor Realm [the cultivation realm of a Great Emperor], fortify my physical body's weakness, and master the Nine True Spirit Divine Patterns [a supreme cultivation art involving nine divine patterns of the True Spirit]."

Having finished evaluating his strength, a deep satisfaction settled within Eldrin Chen as he turned his senses inward to contemplate the True Spirit Imprint [the divine imprint of one's True Spirit, the core of a high-level cultivator's being] residing within him.

This time, with the Abyssal Seal achieving Ascension [a qualitative breakthrough to a higher realm], the True Spirit Imprint [a condensed essence of a True Spirit's power and enlightenment] he obtained was exceedingly abundant. So much so that even after ninety percent was absorbed by the Abyssal Seal, what remained was sufficient to facilitate the Ascension of two True Spirit Divine Runes [divine patterns embodying the power of a True Spirit].

At this moment, gazing upon the vast and mighty True Spirit Divine Runes within his body, Eldrin Chen could not help but fall into hesitation.

With these two True Spirit Imprint, he needed only to fuse one into his physical body to allow his Chaos Indestructible Body [a legendary physique of unparalleled resilience] to once again shatter its Limit-Breaking [a state of surpassing the conventional limits of a realm] and cultivate the Nine True Spirit Divine Patterns [the pinnacle manifestation of nine True Spirit Divine Runes].

However, after careful deliberation, Eldrin Chen ultimately abandoned this choice.

The primary reason for not proceeding was that Eldrin Chen's physical body was not far from achieving another Limit-Breaking; a breakthrough should be attainable within one hundred Kalpa Tribulation [a cosmic cycle of immense duration, often associated with great calamity and renewal].

Under such circumstances, it was unnecessary to squander a True Spirit Imprint.

Secondly, Eldrin Chen intended to preserve the True Spirit Imprint, saving it for the future to prepare for walking the path of Primordial Spirit Dao Attainment [the profound enlightenment and unification with the Dao through one's Primordial Spirit].

According to Eldrin Chen's plan, on the day he cultivated his seventh True Spirit Aperture [a spiritual opening or core related to the True Spirit], he would immediately fuse these two True Spirit Imprint.

Only in this manner would it be possible, before the Dao-Union Supreme [a supreme being who has achieved perfect union with the Dao] of the Blazing Central Primordial Domain could react, to soar directly into the heavens and break through to the realm of Soul Path Celestial Emperor [a Celestial Emperor who has mastered the path of the soul].

With this resolve settled in his heart, Eldrin Chen sealed away these two True Spirit Imprint. Then, through the Nameless Space, he returned to the Seven Domains of the Southern Abyss.

"The time is nearly upon us."

After returning to the Seven Domains of the Southern Abyss, Eldrin Chen performed a quick calculation with his fingers and found that the day for Grand Turbid Daoist to prove his Dao [to achieve a major breakthrough in his cultivation path] was not far off.

He ceased his seclusion and immediately left the Seclusion Chamber, arriving within the Kirin Ancient Domain.

Inside Grand Turbid Daoist's cave abode, Eldrin Chen once again met with Grand Turbid Daoist.

The two sat facing each other, and Eldrin Chen inquired, "How are your preparations, Fellow Daoist?"

"Barring unforeseen circumstances, the breakthrough should occur in the coming days."

Grand Turbid Daoist spoke, a trace of solemnity etching his brow. "I have heard that some are preparing to obstruct my Dao-proving."

"Fear not. They are but specters and goblins. We shall handle them for you."

Eldrin Chen spoke calmly, then added with a faint smile, "Not long ago, Black Abyss Great Emperor has already advanced another step."

Upon hearing this, Grand Turbid Daoist immediately revealed a look of pleasant surprise.

As those who had ventured together through the Chaos Secret Realm [a primordial and perilous dimension of untamed chaos], they understood perfectly the monumental scale of Black Abyss Great Emperor's recent breakthrough.

It must be known that Black Abyss Great Emperor, having obtained the Chaos Origin Pearl [a primordial treasure containing the essence of chaos], was destined for a qualitative metamorphosis in power once he used it to cultivate the Chaos Divine Rune [a supreme divine pattern embodying the fundamental laws of chaos].

Now that Black Abyss Great Emperor had completed his breakthrough, even if one dared not claim he could yet rival a Great Emperor [a supreme sovereign at the pinnacle of cultivation], the distance to that realm was likely negligible.

To draw a comparison: a practitioner of the Sainthood through the Flesh [a path of cultivation focused on forging an indestructible divine body] who has mastered the Nine True Spirit Divine Forms [nine supreme manifestations of primordial spirit] possesses combat prowess comparable to a Primordial Limitless Sage Ascendant [a supreme ascendant sage who has transcended mortal limits] who commands twelve Grand Dao Divine Forms [divine manifestations of the fundamental Daos].

A practitioner of the Sainthood through the Flesh who has fused his nine divine forms into one possesses the power to rival a Celestial Emperor [a sovereign emperor whose authority spans the heavens], a feat equivalent to a Primordial Limitless Sage Ascendant commanding thirty-six Grand Dao Divine Forms.

Thus, the current Black Abyss Great Emperor must at the very least be comparable to a Primordial Limitless Sage Ascendant who commands twenty-four Grand Dao Divine Forms.

Within the Vast Chaotic Void [the boundless, primordial expanse of chaos], those who have unified nine divine forms are exceedingly rare, and a Primordial Limitless Sage Ascendant is a figure almost unheard of since time immemorial.

Given that Chaos Celestial Emperor cannot set foot within the Seven Domains of the Southern Abyss [a forbidden region of the southern chaos], Black Abyss Great Emperor's current strength could be described as peerless within the Sage Ascendant Realm [the realm of ascendant sages], capable of sweeping all before him.

Contemplating this, Grand Turbid Daoist could not help but sigh, "For him to have cultivated the Chaos Divine Rune, it seems his future potential is truly limitless. He may even have a direct path to the Second Chaos Realm [the second profound realm within the chaos cultivation system]."

Eldrin Chen also nodded with a faint smile. An existence that had cultivated an Ultimate Divine Rune [the pinnacle form of a divine rune], if it were to further cultivate an Ultimate Divine Form [the ultimate manifestation of divinity] or even a Chaos Divine Form [a divine form born of chaos], would see its future potential increase exponentially.

With such a foundation, his future potential is indeed not to be underestimated.

Having this thought, Eldrin Chen spoke, "With Senior Black Abyss willing to lend a hand, Fellow Daoist, you need only focus on your breakthrough."

"Then I offer my sincere thanks."

Grand Turbid Daoist gave a faint smile, unable to suppress a slow sigh of relief.

Not long after, Grand Turbid Daoist began seclusion to accumulate his spiritual power, making the final preparations for his breakthrough to the Chaos Celestial Emperor realm.

Simultaneously, over a hundred Primordial Chaos Emperor Monarch from the Hundred Immortal Spirit Races, along with the majority of the core forces from the Human Race Immortal Court, all gathered within the Kirin Ancient Domain to guard Grand Turbid Daoist during his tribulation.

Even beings at the Sage Ascendant Realm level were present to protect his Dao, including three supreme powerhouses: the Abyssal Dao Progenitor, the Primordial Spirit Emperor, and even the Black Abyss Great Emperor.

It could be said that at this moment, the Kirin Ancient Domain was the focal point of the entire Primordial Immortal Domain, and indeed of the Three Poles Origin Domain.

Countless powerful beings cast their gazes upon it—some curious, some anxious, some friendly, and others veiling hidden killing intent.

As time flowed on in this manner, after an unknowable duration, the vast Kirin Ancient Domain shuddered violently, and then the entire Primordial Immortal Domain began to tremble unceasingly.

An endless tide of immortal spiritual Qi [the vital energy that flows through all living things] and the Origin of heaven and earth surged forth, converging and pouring entirely into the Kirin Ancient Domain.

"The breakthrough has begun."

Eldrin Chen's thoughts flickered, a trace of solemnity coloring his expression.

Simultaneously, the vast Void trembled, a series of shudders rippling through its expanse.

Three supremely powerful auras assaulted the domain. They were the Three Celestial Emperors of the Demon Race, clearly unwilling to witness their foe ascend to the realm of a Chaos Celestial Emperor.

"Fellow Daoists, why such haste?"

At that moment, radiant light erupted from the depths of the Immortal Domain. The Sage-King of the Grand Abyss, the Primordial Beginning Divine Emperor, and the Purple Tenuity Divine Emperor—the Three Divine Emperor Immortal Sages—made their move, intercepting the Three Great Celestial Emperors of the Demon Race.

Just as the six Chaos Celestial Emperor were on the verge of an Eruption-level battle, the Heavenly Dao's Will [the conscious will of the cosmic order] of the Primordial Immortal Domain manifested boundless repulsive force, forcibly expelling all six Chaos Celestial Emperor from within the Primordial Immortal Domain.

Clearly, the Heavenly Dao's Will of the Primordial Immortal Domain would not permit their cataclysmic clash to disturb the Grand Turbid Daoist's critical breakthrough.

"Heavenly Dao [the fundamental cosmic law and order] itself offers protection... is this the destiny inherent to one who bears the Mandate of a Mandate Divine Emperor?"

Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly, grasping the underlying reason for this turn of events.

The Origin Domain [the primordial source realm from which all things emanate] could spontaneously generate its own Great Dao [the supreme cosmic principles]. The Heaven-Mandated Chaos Divine Emperor [a supreme being ordained by Heaven to embody Chaos] residing within it was, in essence, born from the Great Dao nurtured by the Primordial Immortal Domain [the original, foundational realm of immortals].

From the perspective of the Heavenly Dao [the Way of Heaven, the cosmic order and will] of the Primordial Immortal Domain, the nine Mandate Divine Emperor [Divine Emperors who hold a Heavenly Mandate] were its own cherished sons and daughters. How could it possibly be willing to let them slaughter one another?

Most crucially, Grand Turbid Daoist's breakthrough into the Chaos Realm involved transforming his own Primordial Great Dao [Primordial Supreme Dao] into a Chaos Great Dao [Chaos Supreme Dao]. This act itself served to complete and perfect the cosmic rules governing the Origin Domain.

As more Chaos Celestial Emperor [Celestial Emperors who embody Chaos] came to wield Chaos Great Dao, the Origin [the primordial source essence] and the foundational rank of the Primordial Immortal Domain would grow increasingly powerful, ultimately holding the potential to evolve into a Second Chaos Realm.

Even if complete Ascension [transcendence to a higher realm of existence] were not achieved, an Origin Domain with a greater number of Chaos Celestial Emperor would possess correspondingly greater Origin and Power of Heavenly Dao Authority [the authority and power granted by the Heavenly Dao].

By obstructing Grand Turbid Daoist's path to enlightenment, Solar Celestial Emperor [the Celestial Emperor of the Sun] and his allies were, in essence, hindering the Ascension of the Origin Domain itself. Naturally, this would incur the disdain and rejection of the Origin Domain.

Were it not for the fact that the Chaos Great Dao wielded by the Three Celestial Emperors also provided immense support to the Origin Domain, an ordinary individual would have long been struck down by boundless karmic retribution from the domain itself.

Returning to the main narrative, not long after the six Celestial Emperor were expelled from the Origin Domain, numerous powerful figures began to emerge across the heavens and the earth.

Among these formidable beings, Eldrin Chen recognized quite a few familiar faces.

Among them were three Sage Ascendant [a supreme cultivation realm just below the Progenitor level]: the Vermilion Bird Sage Ascendant, the Kunpeng Sage Ascendant, and the Azure Crow Sage Ascendant. Additionally, there were four other Sage Ascendant: the Desolate Dragon Quasi-Emperor, the Myriad Stars Ancient Ancestor, the Azure Crane Sage Ascendant, and the Blazing Soul Sacred Venerable.

It was clear that, aside from the three Demon Race Sage Ascendant, the other four Great Dao Adversary [a destined nemesis on the path of cultivation] had taken action to utterly wash away their previous humiliation.

"Quite a few have come,"

Eldrin Chen remarked, his expression as calm as still water. He then turned to the Black Abyss Great Emperor beside him and said, "I shall trouble you, Great Emperor [a supreme cultivation realm], to deal with these individuals."

The Black Abyss Great Emperor gave a slight nod, his voice tranquil as he spoke. "These wretches can be slaughtered like dogs."

As his words faded, the Black Abyss Great Emperor instantly stepped forward, surging into the heavens with peerless divine might.

Watching the Black Abyss Great Emperor charge forth alone, the Desolate Dragon Quasi-Emperor sneered coldly. "You dare come forward to meet your death all by yourself?"

With those words, the Desolate Dragon Quasi-Emperor was the first to tear through the firmament. He descended with a divine power capable of suppressing the Chaos [the primordial, formless state before creation], intent on crushing the Black Abyss Great Emperor.

From their previous clash, the Desolate Dragon Quasi-Emperor had already gauged the strength of the Black Abyss Great Emperor and knew he was no match for him. Therefore, he harbored no fear.

Now, he struck with his full force, aiming to utterly annihilate the Black Abyss Great Emperor.

Yet in that very instant, Black Abyss Great Emperor let out a cold sneer. The Thunder Emperor Battle Armor enveloping his form erupted with a searing, immortal radiance.