Chapter 2069 : Chaos Divine Rune Unleashed

In that fleeting instant, eight True Spirit Divine Form soared into the sky, transforming into supreme divine manifestations that surged forth. As the Black Abyss Emperor's Spear pierced through the cosmos, it thrust towards the chest of Desolate Dragon Quasi-Emperor.

"No—!"

In a mere moment, the expression of Desolate Dragon Quasi-Emperor twisted with wild alarm.

He frantically channeled his battle spear to parry, yet the single blow still sent him reeling through the air, coughing blood. An uncountable number of his divine bones shattered within his body.

"*Cough*—"

After the momentary spray of blood, Desolate Dragon Quasi-Emperor planted his battle spear to steady himself. Turning back to look at Black Abyss Great Emperor, he could not help but reveal a look of profound shock and terror.

Beside Black Abyss Great Emperor, eight majestic True Spirit Divine Form hovered and undulated. Among these eight divine manifestations were a Primordial Thunder Crow, a Nine Heavens Thunder Spear, and a Primordial Chaos Dire Beast.

As these True Spirit Divine Form ebbed and flowed, each one emanated a wisp of ultimate aura, a power that seemed to have transcended a certain extreme limit.

"This... this is the power of a Half-Step Ultimate Divine Form! Have you... have you mastered the Chaos Divine Rune?"

"Impossible. This cannot be."

Desolate Dragon Quasi-Emperor let out a roar of utter despair, his face etched with disbelief.

The Ultimate Divine Rune [the pinnacle symbol of physical sanctification] represents the highest aspiration of the Path of Fleshly Body Sanctification [the cultivation path focused on perfecting the physical body]. For any being who has achieved Sainthood through the Flesh [a state of physical divinity], successfully cultivating a single Ultimate Divine Rune is a feat worthy of immense pride.

Once one uses this to forge their unique Chaos Divine Form [a supreme physical manifestation born of primordial chaos], they would possess the potential to dominate even among Chaos Celestial Emperor [the supreme rulers born of primordial chaos].

Since ancient times, among those who have attained Sainthood through the Flesh, the beings capable of stepping into the Second Chaos Realm [the second highest tier of power within the primordial chaos] have almost universally cultivated at least one Ultimate Divine Form [the ultimate physical manifestation ability].

It must be understood that within the Vast Chaotic Void [the boundless expanse of primordial chaos], the Third Chaos Realm [the third and highest tier of power within the primordial chaos] is virtually a legend.

Those who can tread into the domain of 'Primordial Chaos Limitless' [the boundless realm of the highest primordial chaos] are almost exclusively figures who have existed since the very Primordial Chaos Opening [the dawn of creation when the primordial chaos first parted].

For countless tens of millions of Kalpa Tribulation [cosmic cycles of immense duration] Since Primordial Times [since the beginning of time], not a single new Third Chaos Realm has emerged.

This means that for any newly ascended Chaos Celestial Emperor who emerged after the Primordial Chaos Opening, no matter how peerless their talent or heroic their destiny, their ultimate destination can only be the Second Chaos Realm.

This is the final horizon reachable by all beings within the Vast Chaotic Void, the absolute limit of power in this current Chaos [the primordial chaos] era.

Having already cultivated an Ultimate Divine Rune, Black Abyss Great Emperor theoretically possessed the qualification to touch this ultimate frontier of the Second Chaos Realm.

This single point alone grants him a potential that surpasses Desolate Dragon Quasi-Emperor by a thousandfold.

It must be understood that within the dozens of Chaos Domain centered around the Blazing Central Chaos Domain, there are at least several hundred Chaos Celestial Emperor. Yet, among them, only one has ever reached the Second Chaos Realm and attained the state of Dao-Union Supreme.

Having cultivated the Chaos Divine Rune, the potential of Black Abyss Great Emperor is now on a completely different plane, utterly incomparable to what it once was.

"Hah—"

Black Abyss Great Emperor let out a cold laugh, his expression calm as he spoke, "Today, I shall let you all witness the true power of the Chaos Divine Rune."

As his words fell, Black Abyss Great Emperor unleashed his full power in an Eruption, his combat prowess soaring to a level that nearly transcended the limits of the Mortal Realm.

Alone, he faced seven Sage Ascendant, a group that included the formidable Primordial Limitless Sage Ascendant and the Desolate Dragon Quasi-Emperor. Yet, he utterly dominated the battle, brutally suppressing all seven opponents.

The might he displayed was truly awe-inspiring, enough to shake heaven and earth and move ghosts and gods to tears. Even Eldrin Chen watched in stunned admiration.

"His strength has already far surpassed my own,"

Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly, finally grasping the profound power of Black Abyss Great Emperor.

It must be understood that Eldrin Chen relying solely on his physical body's strength was only at the level of a top-tier Sage Ascendant. The reason he could possess the combat power of an Invincible Sage Ascendant was due to the empowerment of the Path of Self-Sacrifice and the Sevenfold True Spirit Foundation.

Yet, even with the combined support of his entire foundational cultivation, without employing the Abyssal Seal, Eldrin Chen's combat power could only be compared to a Primordial Limitless Sage Ascendant who commanded twelve Grand Dao Divine Form.

In contrast, Black Abyss Great Emperor, relying solely on his physical body's might, could rival a Primordial Limitless Sage Ascendant who commanded twenty-four Grand Dao Divine Form. The gap in their combat prowess was already profoundly vast.

The reason for this disparity lay in the fact that Black Abyss Great Emperor had cultivated the Nine True Spirit Divine Patterns, and his physical body's realm was also one full stage higher than Eldrin Chen's.

Most crucially, his eight True Spirit Divine Form were all amplified and empowered by the Chaos Divine Form, elevating them to the half-step Chaos Divine Form domain.

Whereas Eldrin Chen had only five of his True Spirit Divine Form receiving such empowerment. Naturally, the disparity between them was not insignificant.

According to Eldrin Chen's own estimation, once his physical body broke through to the Great Emperor Realm, his physical combat power would be comparable to a Primordial Limitless Sage Ascendant commanding twelve Grand Dao Divine Form.

If he then succeeded in cultivating the True Spirit Divine Runes, his physical combat power would advance yet further, rivaling a Sage Ascendant commanding eighteen Grand Dao Divine Form.

Only at that point, with the addition of the Path of Self-Sacrifice and his various True Spirit Foundation empowerments, would Eldrin Chen's strength surpass that of Black Abyss Great Emperor.

"The Invincible Sage Ascendant is also known as the Primordial Limitless Sage Ascendant."

"This realm possesses almost no limits; there are even Primordial Great Dao that encompass seventy-two Grand Dao Divine Form."

"If one were to master such a Boundless Great Dao, I fear that after merging with Chaos Primordial Qi, one could break through to the Half-Step Third Chaos Realm in the span of a single breath [the duration of one inhalation and exhalation]."

Eldrin Chen murmured softly, shaking his head slightly.

Such a Primordial Great Dao, which points directly to the Half-Step Third Realm, would be cultivated by at least several Dao-Union Supreme simultaneously, and not without the presence of genuine Third Chaos Realm beings. It could not possibly be held by a mere Sage Ascendant.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen withdrew his contemplation and turned his gaze once more to the war raging across the heavens.

He saw that Black Abyss Great Emperor, with his own power alone, was practically beating the seven Sage Ascendant like stray dogs, sending them fleeing in disarray.

Yet, at that very moment, Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly. Acting on reflex, he summoned the Abyssal Seal, manifesting a colossal Chaos Great Cauldron that descended to shield the Seclusion Chamber of Grand Turbid Daoist behind him.

"*Clang!*"

Almost simultaneously, several beams of Slaughter light slammed against the Great Cauldron, their force completely absorbed and held firm by the Great Cauldron's formidable defense.

Having parried this assault, Eldrin Chen flicked his sleeve, shattering the surrounding Void [emptiness, the fabric of space] and forcing the forms of several supremely powerful figures to materialize from the dissipating energy.

Gazing upon the formidable figures before him, Eldrin Chen furrowed his brow slightly.

"It is Heaven's Prison Sage Ascendant, Vorgath the Fallen Demon Monarch, Imperial Halberd Quasi-Emperor, and also Myriad Tribulations Divine Venerable."

The Primordial Spirit Emperor standing beside him immediately spoke out the revered titles of these four individuals.

In an instant, Eldrin Chen recalled the information on these four. Among these four great Sage Ascendant, the Heaven's Prison Sage Ascendant hailed from the Sacred Demon Primordial Domain and was an ancient ancestor of the lineage descended from Heaven's Derivation Great Emperor.

The Vorgath the Fallen Demon Monarch also originated from the Sacred Demon Primordial Domain; it was said he was the incarnation of a fallen Mandate Divine Emperor and was likewise a top-tier Demonic Dao Sage Ascendant.

The Imperial Halberd Quasi-Emperor came from the Grand Pot Primordial Domain. He was a reincarnated cultivator, originally a damaged Chaos Spiritual Treasure [a supreme treasure born from primordial chaos], and his cultivation had already reached the pinnacle of the Sage Ascendant Realm.

As for that Myriad Tribulations Divine Venerable, he was the leader of the Five Sage Ascendants from the Myriad Gods Primordial Domain and was also a top-tier Sage Ascendant.

These four supreme powerhouses, each only A Step Away from the realm of a Chaos Celestial Emperor, had clearly come for the Chaos Primordial Qi [the primordial energy of chaos, the source of all creation].

Thus, Eldrin Chen instantly understood the Karma [the cosmic principle of cause and effect] at play. A cold sneer touched his lips as he spoke, "Fellow Daoists, as peerless Sage Ascendant of your generation, why not face me in an open battle?"

"Such skulking in the shadows seems rather unbecoming, does it not?"

"Abyssal Dao Progenitor [the primordial source of the Abyssal Dao path]."

In an instant, those several Sage Ascendant revealed icy expressions.

The Imperial Halberd Quasi-Emperor spoke, his gaze cold and detached as he declared, "If you know what's good for you, step aside and clear the path."

"If we take the Chaos Primordial Qi [the primordial energy of chaos, the source of all creation], we will leave without harming a single hair. Why exhaust yourself fighting to the death for others?"

Vorgath the Fallen Demon Monarch also looked coldly at Eldrin Chen, his words laced with boundless killing intent: "Those who obstruct my Dao shall perish, body and soul extinguished."

"Either let me take the Chaos Primordial Qi, or I will kill you first and then take it."

Eldrin Chen smiled faintly and replied with calm composure, "There is only one strand of Chaos Primordial Qi, yet there are four of you. How do you intend to divide it?"

Myriad Tribulations Divine Venerable's eyes turned frosty, his face an impassive mask as he stated, "How we divide it is our affair. It requires no interference from you."

Eldrin Chen shook his head and spoke again, "Perhaps you should discuss it amongst yourselves first. There is no hurry to act until you have reached an agreement."

"I see you are stalling for time."

Heaven's Prison Sage Ascendant [a supreme cultivator who has attained the Sage Ascendant realm] roared in fury, instantly summoning his myriad divine weapons into the air to suppress Eldrin Chen.

Eldrin Chen furrowed his brow slightly and sighed, "Alas, you have discovered me."

As his words fell, Eldrin Chen instantly activated the grand formation. In that very moment, the Abyssal Seal [a supreme magical treasure] split apart, transforming into twelve Innate Supreme Treasure [treasures born from the primal chaos of heaven and earth].

These twelve Innate Supreme Treasure merged with the Kirin Ancient Domain [the primordial realm of the Kirin], coalescing into a single Twelve Celestial Stems Grand Formation [a supreme defensive formation based on the twelve heavenly stems]. This formation firmly enveloped and protected the Kirin Ancient Domain.

Not only that, but the overwhelming power of the Formation also trapped the four Sage Ascendant [cultivators who have ascended to the pinnacle realm below the Immortal Progenitors] within its confines.

It turned out that not long before, Eldrin Chen had used the Abyssal Pearl [a core treasure of immense power] as the nexus, combined with the power of the Kirin Ancient Domain and a portion of the Authority of the Heavenly Dao [the authority to command the fundamental laws of the cosmos], to lay down a Chaos Grand Formation [a formation of primordial chaos].

The might of the Abyssal Seal was originally comparable to a Chaos Spiritual Treasure [a treasure forged from primal chaos]. Now, bolstered by the Formation, it was almost as if a Chaos Celestial Emperor [an emperor who rules over a realm of primordial chaos] was personally channeling its power.

For a time, even with the combined strength of the four Sage Ascendant, they found it difficult to breach the formation's seal.

"Disaster!"

Seeing that they could not break through the seal, the faces of the four Sage Ascendant paled dramatically.

While resisting the grand formation with all their might, they simultaneously roared into the Chaos [the primordial, formless void beyond ordered reality], "Fellow Daoists [a respectful term for cultivators of similar attainment], if you do not act now, when will you?"

Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly as he gazed into the Depths of Chaos [the innermost, most turbulent regions of the primordial void].

There, he discovered no fewer than twenty Sage Ascendant [a supreme realm of cultivation, one step below the legendary Earth Immortal] figures materializing, their eyes gleaming with varying degrees of avarice.

"So many seeking to fish in troubled waters. Just how many has the Demon Race [a powerful, often malevolent faction of non-human cultivators] allowed to slip through?"

Eldrin Chen's expression grew increasingly grave. Ever since Desolate Dragon Quasi-Emperor had fled, Eldrin Chen had anticipated that it would attract the covetous gazes of many Sage Ascendant.

Yet for over thirty of them to arrive at once was truly beyond excessive.

One must remember, this was within the Primordial Immortal Domain [an ancient, sacred realm of immense power and restricted access]. Outsiders, especially Sage Ascendant, could not simply waltz in as they pleased.

The fact that so many had gathered here likely meant the Demonic Celestial Court [the ruling demonic power, a counterpart to the orthodox Celestial Court] and perhaps even the Three Celestial Emperors [the supreme trio of demonic sovereigns] had exerted their influence to covertly usher them inside.

"The Demon Race is truly treacherous and venomous. One simply cannot work alongside them."

A cold glint flashed in Eldrin Chen's eyes. He could only focus his entire being on commanding the grand formation, its power enveloping the Kirin Ancient Domain [the sacred ancestral land of the mythical Kirin beast clan] to withstand the onslaught from these Sage Ascendant.

Simultaneously, the Sage Ascendant [a supreme cultivator who has ascended to the threshold of sagehood] figures in the heavens above were nearly driven to madness. With overwhelming battle intent, they surged forward, seeking to breach the grand formation and plunder the Chaos Primordial Qi [the most fundamental and potent form of energy from the dawn of creation].

Fortunately, the formation composed of twelve Innate Supreme Treasure [a treasure born from the primordial chaos, possessing supreme power] was truly far beyond the ordinary. Even under the assault of dozens of Sage Ascendant, it remained utterly unscathed.

An unknowable length of time passed. Suddenly, Eldrin Chen sensed an aura of supreme Chaos [the primordial, formless state before the cosmos was ordered] emanating from behind him.

Immediately after, the vast Sea of Dao [a metaphysical ocean representing the totality of all cosmic principles and paths] was torn asunder.

A supreme Great Dao [a fundamental cosmic principle or law of existence] soared up from within the cavern abode. It enveloped a strand of Chaos Primordial Qi, while nine Grand Dao Divine Form [a divine manifestation of a cultivator's comprehension of a Great Dao] bloomed open like a celestial lotus.

Thereupon, that strand of Chaos Primordial Qi began to be slowly absorbed, bit by bit merging into the refinement process, imbuing the Grand Dao Divine Form with a radiant Chaos Light [a primordial luminescence born from chaos].

Until a certain moment, the nine Grand Dao Divine Form gradually fused together, ultimately transforming into a single lotus seed brimming with Chaos Qi [the essential energy of primordial chaos].

"BOOM—"

In that instant, Grand Turbid Daoist soared into the air, merging as one with that Chaos Lotus Seed [a seed born from primordial chaos, containing immense potential for growth and transformation].

Immediately following, an indescribable, supreme aura Eruption [erupted forth]. Cloaked in boundless immortal radiance, Grand Turbid Daoist tore through the Sea of Dao and vanished into the endless Dao Origin [the primordial source from which all Daos and principles emanate].

An unknowable span of time passed. Amidst the endless interweaving of the Great Dao Divine Chain, a figure clad in violet robes, the Primordial Divine Emperor, strode forth from the depths of the Sea of Dao [the metaphysical ocean from which all principles and laws emanate].

He manifested as a handsome youth, his bearing and grace peerless in their generation. His tall, straight form was draped in the regal Divine Emperor's Violet Robe.

Merely by standing there, he seemed to become the very axis of the world, like a Primordial Divine Emperor from the epoch of the Primordial Chaos Opening [the mythical beginning of all creation] gazing down upon the Chaos [the primordial, formless state before existence].

"He has broken through."

Within the Vast Chaotic Void, countless supreme beings murmured, a flicker of cold intent gleaming in their eyes.

Beyond the Primordial Immortal Domain, the six Divine Emperor Celestial Emperor [the highest echelons of divine and celestial power] ceased their warfare. From the Seven Domains of the Southern Abyss, the gazes of the various Chaos Celestial Emperor turned, their expressions a mix of worry, joy, or serene indifference.

Even from the Six Domains of the Northern Abyss, and from the boundless, mist-shrouded Sea of Dao, one gaze after another was cast toward this event.

"We congratulate Fellow Daoist Grand Turbidity, for attaining the Chaos [the foundational principle of primordial reality]."

"Congratulations, Fellow Daoist Qilin [a mythical auspicious beast], on reaching the realm of Divine Emperor."

"With Fellow Daoist's step into the Chaos Realm [the ultimate state of unity with primordial chaos], our Seven Domains of the Southern Abyss gains another sovereign power."

"Fellow Daoist, you are actually of my Kirin Clan [a legendary clan of auspicious, divine beasts]. We should exchange insights more often in the future."

"Hahaha, the path of enlightenment is not a lonely one."

Following the Kirin Progenitor's breakthrough, congratulations arrived from one supreme powerhouse after another within the Chaos Realm [the primordial, formless state from which all existence originates].

Some of these well-wishers hailed from the Seven Domains of the Southern Abyss, while others came from within the vast expanse of the Chaos Sea of Dao [the boundless, churning ocean of primordial chaos and potential].

With the exception of a very few Chaos Celestial Emperors [primordial sovereigns who rule over aspects of chaos] who held grudges against the Grand Turbid Daoist, the overwhelming majority extended gestures of goodwill.

Most were merely observers, bearing no particular enmity toward the Grand Turbid Daoist.

After all, the Kirin Progenitor had already succeeded in his breakthrough; there was no longer any possibility of preventing his ascension. To antagonize him now would be to make a needless enemy.

Since there was no existing grievance, it was far wiser to seize the moment and forge a favorable connection.

They were all eternal existences, beings who would not fall into Samsara [the endless cycle of death and rebirth]. In the absence of conflict, forming friendships was a sensible course.

To all such individuals, the Grand Turbid Daoist offered his thanks for their congratulations. With a final cupped-fist salute, he returned to the front of the Kirin Ancient Domain.

Eldrin Chen regained his senses and found that the Sage Ascendant who had obstructed his path had all fled. Many had even resorted to using Chaos Void-Rending Talisman [a talisman of immense power capable of tearing through the fabric of the void to facilitate instantaneous escape].

Thus, he stored away the Abyssal Seal [a powerful seal artifact imbued with abyssal energies] and, cupping his hands in salute towards Grand Turbid Daoist, said, "Congratulations, Senior Grand Turbidity. With this breakthrough into the Chaos Realm [the primordial realm of chaos, the highest known state of cultivation], you now stand as a master overlooking the chessboard of the Chaos Sea [the boundless, primordial ocean of chaos from which all existence is said to have emerged]."

Grand Turbid Daoist hurriedly helped Eldrin Chen up, then spoke with great seriousness, "Given the friendship between us, such formalities are unnecessary."

"From now on, let us interact as peers. Please do not humble this old man so."

Eldrin Chen offered a faint smile but said nothing more.

Seeing this, Grand Turbid Daoist turned to Primordial Spirit Emperor and Black Abyss Great Emperor and said, "You have rendered me such great assistance this time, yet this old man has little worthy of repaying you."

"Please accept these strands of Chaos Great Dao Origin [the primordial, foundational essence of a Great Dao, a treasure of unimaginable value] as a token of my gratitude to the three of you."

As he spoke, Grand Turbid Daoist took out three strands of Chaos Great Dao Origin and presented them to Black Abyss Great Emperor and Primordial Spirit Emperor.

Eldrin Chen's eyes flickered with understanding. The Chaos Great Dao Origin had been bestowed by the Sea of Dao [the metaphysical source and repository of all Daos and principles] as a reward when Grand Turbid Daoist achieved Ascension [a supreme breakthrough, often to a higher realm or state of being] into the Chaos Great Dao [the primordial, all-encompassing Dao of Chaos] and contributed to its perfection.

Such a treasure was a priceless, supreme-grade Chaos Rare Treasure [an artifact of chaos, exceedingly rare and powerful]. There were only nine strands in total. That he gave three of them to the two of them showed the considerable regard he held for them.

After bestowing rewards upon the two, Grand Turbid Daoist led Eldrin Chen into the cave abode. With a grave expression, he then handed a mass of source Qi [the primordial, foundational energy of creation] to Eldrin Chen.

"This is..."

The moment he saw this mass of source Qi, Eldrin Chen's expression shifted slightly as he spoke.

Grand Turbid Daoist nodded and said, "This is an Origin Great Dao Stone [a supreme treasure formed from the condensation of Dao Origin, capable of serving as the foundation for a Chaos Spiritual Treasure] nurtured within the Sea of Dao [the conceptual ocean where all Daos converge and originate]. I obtained it purely by a stroke of Opportunity [a fortunate chance or karmic encounter]."

"It is formed from the condensation of boundless Dao Origin [the fundamental source from which all Daos are born], possessing near-infinite profundity. Using this as a foundation, one can forge a supremely powerful Chaos Spiritual Treasure [a treasure of the highest order, born from Chaos and imbued with Great Dao principles]."

Eldrin Chen's heart sank slightly, and a pensive look crossed his features.

The so-called Origin Great Dao Stone is a supreme treasure condensed from Dao Origin, ranking among the most elite of Chaos Rare Treasure [rare treasures born from the primordial Chaos]. It is also a universal embryo.

With this Origin Great Dao Stone, Eldrin Chen could theoretically use it as an embryo, supplemented with Chaos Primordial Qi [the primordial, unformed energy of Chaos] and Great Dao Divine Patterns [divine inscriptions that embody the laws of the Great Dao], to forge a Chaos Spiritual Treasure of any attribute.

For example, if Eldrin Chen were to encounter a certain Opportunity, he could use this embryo to forge a Chaos Spiritual Treasure possessing an Ultimate Attribute [an attribute representing a supreme, fundamental law of existence].

A Chaos Spiritual Treasure with an Ultimate Attribute refers to one imbued with attributes such as Annihilation [the power of utter destruction], Space-Time [the laws governing space and time], Chaos [the primordial, undifferentiated state of existence], Destiny [the power of fate and predestination], Tribulation [the power of heavenly calamities and trials], or Karma [the law of cause and effect].

It must be understood that these Chaos Spiritual Treasure [supreme artifacts born from the primordial chaos] nurtured by the Supreme Primordial Chaos Great Dao [the supreme cultivation art of the primordial chaos] are exceedingly rare, each possessing an ineffable and immense value.

"To cultivate my four Ultimate Divine Form [ultimate divine forms], I still require four types of Chaos Spiritual Treasure [supreme artifacts born from the primordial chaos] corresponding to Space-Time [the laws of space and time], Annihilation [the principle of absolute destruction], Chaos [the primordial state of undifferentiated matter and energy], and Abyssal [the profound and unfathomable abyss]."

"This item, therefore, is an absolute necessity for me."

Eldrin Chen murmured softly, his expression hardening with resolve.

Among these four types of Chaos Spiritual Treasure [supreme artifacts born from the primordial chaos], those of the Chaos [the primordial state of undifferentiated matter and energy] attribute are considered the most common.

Since all Chaos Spiritual Treasure [supreme artifacts born from the primordial chaos] possess some degree of Chaos [the primordial state of undifferentiated matter and energy] attribute, they can be substituted with ordinary Chaos Spiritual Treasure [supreme artifacts born from the primordial chaos], provided the Chaos [the primordial state of undifferentiated matter and energy] attribute within them reaches a sufficient level of purity.

As for Chaos Spiritual Treasure [supreme artifacts born from the primordial chaos] of the Abyssal [the profound and unfathomable abyss] attribute, Eldrin Chen could potentially refine them using the power of the Abyssal Pearl, though it would require both Chaos Primordial Qi [the primordial energy of chaos] and the opportune moment within the Origin Domain to grasp the Annihilation [the principle of absolute destruction] principle.

However, Chaos Spiritual Treasure [supreme artifacts born from the primordial chaos] possessing the Space-Time [the laws of space and time] and Annihilation [the principle of absolute destruction] attributes are truly far too rare.

Even a Chaos Spiritual Treasure [supreme artifact born from the primordial chaos] with merely a spatial attribute is an exceptionally uncommon treasure. How much more heaven-defying, then, would a Chaos Spiritual Treasure [supreme artifact born from the primordial chaos] that simultaneously possesses the dual attributes of Space-Time [the laws of space and time] be?

As for a Chaos Spiritual Treasure [supreme artifact born from the primordial chaos] of the Annihilation [the principle of absolute destruction] attribute, Eldrin Chen only had a faint idea and a thread of a clue, but held not the slightest shred of certainty.

Now, with this Origin Great Dao Stone in hand, a thread of inspiration began to weave itself within Eldrin Chen's mind.

"If this Origin Great Dao Stone were to absorb sufficient Space-Time Trace [the residual imprints of time and space], and be further tempered with Chaos Primordial Qi [the primordial energy of chaos], could it be forged into a Chaos Supreme Treasure [a supreme artifact born of chaos] imbued with the attribute of Space-Time [the power to manipulate time and space]?"

"Or perhaps, if the Origin Great Dao Stone were to absorb enough power of Annihilation [the power of absolute destruction], or even directly imprint a Destruction Great Dao Trace [a fragment of the Great Dao of Destruction], could it be refined into a supreme treasure of the Annihilation attribute?"

Eldrin Chen murmured softly to himself, a glimmer of understanding dawning in his eyes.

In a fleeting moment of clarity, certain enigmatic glimpses from his past seemed to unveil a sliver of their hidden truth.

Events within the Weilai [the Future] Space-Time have not yet occurred; logically, if one foresees them, they should be alterable.

Yet, over these many years, as Eldrin Chen drifted upon the upper reaches of the River of Time and Space [the cosmic flow of time and space], observing the entirety of his own personal timeline,

he was struck with astonishment. The vision he once witnessed—that act of a moth flying into the flame—seemed to persist unchanged within the Weilai, not a single detail ever shifting.

Eldrin Chen knew with certainty: having seen it, he should no longer march to his doom.

What force, then, would compel him—knowing full well it was a moth's flight into the flame—to still choose to face that Annihilation Blade with resolute, fatal determination?

"To knowingly attempt the impossible — is it done with sufficient confidence, or is it a desperate grasp at that elusive, gossamer-thin thread of Vitality [a divine ability to restore life force and heal grievous wounds]?"

"Or perhaps, the Weilai version of myself faces unimaginable pressure, leaving no choice but to risk everything in a single, desperate gambit?"

Eldrin Chen murmured softly to himself, before finally reining in his wandering thoughts.

He dared not speculate further. Delving into matters concerning that ineffable, nameless existence could very well invite unforeseen and calamitous variables upon his Weilai self, or even his present self.