Chapter 1912 : The Third Innate Primordial Light

Seeing this, Seraphina Qu (Person Name) could not help but laugh and say, "If he doesn’t count, then it must be Lu Chong’a and Ye Yinghui (Person Name) who have earned it."

Eldrin also nodded in agreement. Throughout these tens of millions of years, Lu Chong'a and Ye Yinghui stood as the most dazzling 2 figures.

Among the 2, Lu Chong'a had achieved the Dao earlier. His foundation was rock-solid, built step by step, and he preferred to break through existing limits. He meticulously cultivated every technique imparted by Eldrin (Person Name) to perfection, even repeatedly shattering his own boundaries.

Ye Yinghui had attained the Dao 6 million years ago, yet she always favored unorthodox paths. She possessed her own profound comprehension of each realm of the Sacrificial Dao, merging immortal cultivation with its principles to pioneer countless novel Dao insights and techniques.

These novel Daos and methods, while fraught with immense risks during cultivation, often yield far greater combat prowess.

Between the 2, Lu Chong'a possessed a more solid foundation, yet Ye Yinghui was far more enigmatic and unpredictable. In the end, it was impossible to discern who would prove stronger.

From Eldrin's perspective, if these 2 were placed within the Celestial Realm of Vast Azure, they would be considered peerless geniuses unseen for several kalpas.

"Lu Chong'a possesses a will of iron, with perseverance and fortitude rarely seen in this world. His future potential is likely to be nothing short of extraordinary."

Ye Yinghui possessed extraordinary comprehension and the courage to venture boldly, yet this very nature destined his path to be more treacherous and unpredictable. While he held the potential to attain greater achievements in the future, it was equally likely he would cripple his foundational cultivation and meet an untimely demise midway through his journey.

Eldrin spoke calmly, assessing these 2 favored sons of the Sacrificial Path.

Speaking thus, Eldrin (Person Name) calculated the fates of these 2 individuals with a flick of his fingers, yet after a moment, he gently shook his head.

In his calculations, Lu Chong'a's early cultivation path was steady and solid, but later it became winding and unpredictable, seemingly growing more radical, making it impossible to discern the mysteries within.

Yet, Ye Yinghui seemed to have advanced by leaps and bounds in his cultivation path. However, after reaching a certain peak, he fell into an endless cycle of repeated cultivation and reincarnation.

"Interesting."

Eldrin suddenly murmured, a flicker of curiosity coloring his expression.

What was it that transformed the steadfast Lu Chong'a, making him seem radical and adept at risk-taking at a certain moment? And what led Ye Yinghui to step into the cycle of repetition and reincarnation?

The threads of fate are ever-changing, and the tides of fortune ebb and flow unpredictably. Even Eldrin's art of True Spirit Divination could not glimpse the entirety of a person's destiny.

Eldrin did not continue his deductions, but murmured with sudden enlightenment, "Circling and returning, an endless cycle—the name 'Enyo' seems to foreshadow her destiny?"

Seeing this, Lila (Person Name) grew curious and couldn't help but ask, "How are the destinies of these 2 individuals different from others?"

"The workings of Providence are ever-changing and unfathomable; they must not be lightly revealed."

Eldrin shook his head without another word, yet he faintly understood that the fates of these 2 individuals were likely intertwined with the Path of Self-Offering.

He withdrew his thoughts and continued to examine the Dao Tribulation battle.

"Boom—"

Just as the crowd was observing, the magnificent Chaos Southern Heaven Domain and the Returning Abyss Immortal Domain collided with 1 another.

A gateway to the celestial realm was opened, and countless immortals surged into it, igniting a full-scale war.

High above the heavens, the Celestial Immortals of the various cave paradises observed this battle with serene composure. At first, they merely wore expressions of slight solemnity, but before long, each and every 1 of them revealed looks of astonishment.

The power displayed by the Path of Sacrificial Dao was simply too astonishing. The combat prowess of these Celestial Realm cultivators could no longer be considered half-step Celestial Immortals.

With their inner worlds and formidable Great Primordial foundations, they could even contend against primordial chaos beasts without suffering defeat. Some of the most powerful top-tier 3 Realms experts could rely purely on their physical strength to forcibly tear primordial chaos beasts apart with their bare hands.

"To think he can tear apart primordial chaos beasts with his bare hands before even integrating the Primal Qi—is this the true might of our Sacrificial Path's physical cultivation?"

"This is merely the 3 Realms Realm, and beyond it lie the Cosmic Universe Realm and the Immortal Vault Realm. To think such a path to the heavens was actually created by an Immortal Lord?"

Countless immortals were astounded, and even ancient powerhouses like the Ancestral Elder of the Pure Sun Grotto-Heaven and the Void Sword Sovereign of the Grand Void Grotto-Heaven revealed looks of keen interest.

Since the Path of Self-Offering is so formidable, then perhaps by focusing solely on cultivating this path, they might even enhance their chances of attaining the Great Perfection of the Dao.

Not to mention them, even Lila and Yan Purple Princess (Person Name) revealed a trace of longing in their eyes.

Eldrin shook his head, then said to the 2, "The essence of the Path of Self-Sacrifice lies in discarding the old self to give birth to a new self with greater potential. Theoretically, even if 1 reaches the Great Luo Realm, it is possible to sacrifice everything and nurture a new self."

"Conversely, the more powerful the old self, the mightier the new self that emerges."

"However, this method remains incomplete at present. Executing the Sacrificial Art beyond the Ascendant Immortal realm is far too perilous. It would be wiser to postpone cultivation transition until I refine this technique further in the future."

Hearing this, the 2 finally nodded.

While many Celestial Immortals were contemplating re-cultivation, the Heavenly Tribulation intensified to a fever pitch.

The 3 Realms Realm immortals of the Path of Sacrificial Ascension demonstrated combat prowess capable of rivaling primordial chaos beasts. Even within the chaotic void, their power would scarcely be diminished.

In particular, Lu Chong'a and Ye Yinghui slew numerous primordial chaos beasts, ultimately using a mid-grade, ninth-order primordial chaos beast as cultivation resources to break through to the Cosmic Realm.

The 2 had just set foot in the Cosmic Realm, their bodies reborn into the Primordial State, and immediately displayed combat prowess rivaling a Seventh-Level Celestial Immortal, completely sweeping across the entire battlefield.

In the end, the 2 battled fiercely within the Chaotic Heavenly Realm for a full 10 1000 years, yet Ye Yinghui ultimately lost by half a move.

In this battle, Ye Yinghui's defeat did not stem from any lack of personal strength, but rather from a flaw in her foundational cultivation. Her combat prowess was in no way inferior to Lu Chong'a's; in fact, she even held a slight edge over him.

However, the Innate Realm attained through such perilous methods ultimately bore significant flaws.

Yet Lu Chong’a’s foundation remained unshakably solid. Even under Ye Yinghui’s relentless suppression, without a qualitative gap in their strength, he stood firmly in an invincible position.

After failing to subdue Lu Chong’a for an extended period, Ye Yinghui suffered a backlash from the very foundation of his cultivation, allowing Lu Chong’a to seize the opportunity for victory.

"If I weren't several million years your senior, I might not have prevailed in this battle."

After the duel concluded, Lu Chong’a gazed at Ye Yinghui with a hint of admiration and could not help but remark with emotion,

"Defeat is defeat. What need is there for excuses?"

Ye Yinghui gave a faint, indifferent smile, then calmly sheathed his sword and departed, vanishing into the horizon where heaven and earth converged.

At the same time, the calamity qi between heaven and earth dissipated. All the newly ascended Celestial Immortals and Cosmic Realm experts from this Dao Tribulation were instantly transported into the Return to Ruins Heaven.

Everyone snapped back to their senses, only to realize that a host of immortals stood not far away, with a towering figure clad in snow-white robes seated majestically high in the heavens.

As their thoughts stirred, they all seemed to comprehend something in that instant, immediately prostrating themselves and declaring, "We pay our respects to the Patriarch of the Way, and to all esteemed Seniors."

"This time's Dao Tribulation has brought forth a 100 newly ascended Celestial Immortals and Cosmic Realm cultivators in our Abyssal Return Immortal Domain. You have all performed commendably."

High above the heavens, the figure spoke with detached calmness. With a flick of his sleeve, he scattered streams of spiritual light that descended into the hands of the assembled crowd.

They opened the treasure pouches and discovered that nearly every 1 of them had obtained several Innate Marvels, causing their hearts to swell with joy.

At that very moment, the voice from the heavens continued, "These few treasures shall serve as encouragement for your cultivation."

"Ye Yinghui and Lu Chong'a, stay. The rest of you may withdraw for now."

"My thanks to the Dao Ancestor for bestowing this treasure."

Upon hearing this, all the immortals kowtowed in ecstatic gratitude before filing out of the great hall 1 after another.

Meanwhile, after the immortals had departed, Eldrin looked at Ye Yinghui and Lu Chong'a, saying, "With your extraordinary talents, would you 2 be willing to enter my tutelage and become my personal disciples?"

Hearing this, both of them were overjoyed and immediately knelt down, saying, "Your disciples pay respects to our esteemed master."

Arise.

Eldrin gently raised the 2 disciples with a sweep of his sleeve, then remarked meaningfully, "Your paths are fraught with adversity, and a tribulation may await you in the future. Today, this master shall bestow upon you a cultivation method. When destiny aligns, it may aid you in shattering this trial."

With those words, he flicked his sleeve, and 2 scrolls landed in their hands.

Lu Chong’a took it and looked, only to find that the scripture he had obtained was titled — the Heart-Clarifying Dao Inquiry Art.

Yet, Ye Yinghui obtained a scroll of cultivation art in his hands, named—the Tome of the Abyssal Cycle.

These 2 volumes of techniques were both the Great Luo Mystic Arts created by Eldrin (Person Name) over the years. They were not cultivation methods themselves, but rather served as auxiliary Great Luo Mystic Arts.

Within these 2 scrolls of wondrous methods, the Heart-Illuminating Path-Seeking Art, if practiced consistently over time, can engrave a Seed of Illuminated Heart. This allows 1 to grasp their true nature at critical moments.

The Tome of the Abyssal Cycle was forged upon the foundation of the 100 Reincarnations Sutra, shielding the cultivator's primordial soul and divine consciousness to prevent 1 from plummeting into the wheel of rebirth.

Having received 2 volumes of auxiliary Great Luo secret techniques, both of them grew somewhat curious. In the end, they bowed and expressed their gratitude: "We thank the Master for these methods."

Eldrin smiled faintly, then retrieved several innate spiritual treasures and bestowed them upon the 2 disciples. With a wave of his hand, he said, "Henceforth, you shall cultivate under the guidance of your senior apprentice brother. Should you encounter any uncertainties in your practice, you may seek my counsel."

Just as they were speaking, Ye Qingfeng approached with his sword held respectfully. He first bowed to Eldrin, then looked at the 2 and said, "Sixth Junior Brother, Seventh Junior Sister, please follow me. I shall arrange your cultivation abodes."

"Much obliged."

The 2 of them straightened with solemn reverence, immediately following Ye Qingfeng as he departed.

Watching them depart, Eldrin gave a slight nod. As Eldrin’s eldest disciple, Ye Qingfeng had long ago reached the realm of an Ancient Immortal. With combat prowess now elevated to the level of a 7 Tribulations Ancient Immortal, guiding 2 disciples was more than sufficient.

Thus concluded the First Heavenly Tribulation of the Void-Realm. Lulu, who had been idly munching on melon seeds nearby, turned to leave when Eldrin (Person Name) called out to her.

Deer.

"Hmm?"

Lulu tilted her little head up and couldn't help but look curiously at Eldrin (Person Name).

Seeing this, Eldrin smiled faintly and said, "Didn't you demand the return of your Innate Indestructible Radiance? This seems like the perfect moment to repay you."

"Really?" Lulu was taken aback for a moment before exclaiming delightedly, "You're surprisingly kind!"

As she spoke, she rushed over eagerly, tugging at Eldrin’s sleeve and urging, “Hurry, give it to me now!”

"Follow me."

Eldrin led Lulu into the cavern abode. With a flick of his sleeve, he conjured the Primordial Primordial Chaos Light and said, "This shall suffice in exchange for your 3 strands of Primordial Indestructible Spirit Light, agreed?"

"What is this?"

The moment Lulu laid eyes on the Primordial Primordium Radiance, an indescribable yearning surged within her.

In just an instant, she comprehended the profound value of this Primordial Primordial Chaos Light—a treasure that undoubtedly far surpassed even the Indestructible Primordial Radiance.

Without the slightest hesitation, she nodded vigorously like pounding garlic and said, "I'll trade with you."

"Calculating opportunities is not bad."

Eldrin smiled faintly, and with a flick of his sleeve, channeled the Primordial Glow into Lulu's body.

How precious was the Primordial Primordial Light? Eldrin had to cultivate arduously for nearly 6,000,000 years just to condense a single wisp of it.

Having cultivated for over 20 million years, he had only managed to accumulate 3 strands of Primordial Undying Divine Light. The first was used to elevate the Heaven and Earth Primordial Vial, while the second fused with the 9 Primal Chaos Ancient Scripts, ultimately giving rise to the Chaos Azure Lotus Sutra. This alone demonstrated the immeasurable supremacy of such treasures.

This was Eldrin's third strand of innate Primordial Chaos Light, and its application on Lulu triggered a startling metamorphosis.

Lulu had always been a peerless genius with the foundation of 7 Indestructibilities, truly possessing the bearing of a Primordial Chaos Emperor. Now, as she merged with the Innate Primordial Light, an invisible shackle seemed to have been unlocked.

Eldrin could clearly see the Primordial Immortal Light merging with Lulu's innate 9-colored essence, ultimately transforming into a ray of Chaos Light.

Chaotic 9-Colored Deer?

Eldrin murmured under his breath, only to shake his head an instant later. "No, not yet the Chaos 9-Colored Deer—but the shackles restraining its evolution have already been shattered."

With sufficient cultivation resources, she would ultimately ascend to become the Chaos 9-Colored Deer.

As he spoke, Eldrin (Person Name) largely grasped the situation with Lulu.

If the original Lulu had already reached the pinnacle of a 9-Colored Immortal Deer, refining even more Dao Sources and innate treasures would have been utterly incapable of pushing her any further.

Now, Lulu had shattered yet another shackle. All she needed was to devour various resources to ascend and become the Chaos 9-Colored Deer.

For Lulu, even forming a True Spiritual Root (Spiritual Root) foundation held little significance. Once she fully restored her foundational essence and elevated her cultivation realm to the peak of the Primordial Chaos Emperor, a True Spiritual Root (Spiritual Root) foundation would naturally and imperceptibly take shape within her.

After all, the True Spiritual Root (Spiritual Root) Foundation is merely the threshold for stepping into the Chaos Realm. Anyone qualified to challenge the realm of the Chaos Heavenly Emperor must have cultivated at least 1 True Spiritual Root (Spiritual Root) Foundation.

Even if 1 fails to cultivate it within the Great Luo Realm, most beings who reach the Great Perfection stage of Primordial Chaos Imperial Monarchs will have established their True Spiritual Root (Spiritual Root) foundation at this level.

At this thought, Eldrin returned the shed 9-colored antlers to Lulu and said, "These antlers were shed by you, brimming with the primordial power of the 9 colors."

"If you refine them, you could likely cultivate at least 1 True Spiritual Root (Spiritual Root) foundation."

Upon hearing this, Lulu's eyes lit up with a brilliant glow.

Over the past 3 100 billion years, her cultivation had long remained stagnant. Thus, every 100 million years, she would shed her antlers by channeling the excess power into them.

While others could only absorb a minuscule fraction of these energies, she was capable of assimilating them flawlessly.

Now that Eldrin had returned these antlers, they were the most suitable cultivation treasures for her. Thinking of this, she couldn’t contain her delight and exclaimed, “You’re surprisingly kind—you really didn’t lie to Deer Deer.”

"Well, since you're being so sensible, I won't ravage those Chaos Realm herbs of yours anymore from now on."

"Silly girl."

Eldrin smiled faintly. He had long known this deer had been stealthily devouring the Chaos Realm Grass for years. Even before Yan Jinghan achieved human form, she would often wreak havoc in the fields. Fortunately, he never lacked Chaos Realm Grass and had always indulged her mischief.

Having settled this karmic debt, Eldrin was content knowing she wouldn't nag him about it anymore.

At this thought, Eldrin gently patted her head and said, “Go now. Focus on your cultivation. May you prove your Dao in the next kalpic tribulation.” (End of Chapter)