Chapter 2120 : A Sanctuary Born of Chaos

Eldrin Chen completely concealed it and connected it with the Returning Abyss Grotto-Heaven, transforming it into a Chaos Grotto-Heaven [a primordial sanctuary born from chaos] that also possessed a three-hundredfold Space-Time flow acceleration, yet offered an even more superior cultivation environment.

After completing this, Eldrin Chen summoned his Dao companions, including Exquisite Jiang, and brought them into the Returning Abyss Grotto-Heaven. "What are your impressions of this Primordial Chaos Secret Realm [a hidden realm formed from the primordial energies of creation]?" he asked.

"The concentration of Chaos Primordial Energy [the foundational energy of creation from which all things are born] is astonishingly rich,"

Exquisite Jiang remarked, her voice filled with admiration. "I never imagined this journey would yield such a profound opportunity."

"This is a secret realm of the Heaven and Earth attribute, born from chaos," Eldrin Chen explained. "It nurtured a Heaven-Earth Immortal Apricot [a legendary spiritual tree whose fruit grants immense longevity], which in turn drew the Heaven and Earth Cauldron [a supreme cauldron artifact capable of refining heaven and earth] into its depths."

Eldrin Chen spoke slowly, then allowed a smile to grace his features. "Such a serendipitous encounter truly can be considered a twist of fate."

Verdant Consort also nodded gently before inquiring, "What are your plans for this secret realm?"

Eldrin Chen pondered for a moment before replying, "The Chaos Primordial Energy produced within the realm is finite. Without the acceleration of Space-Time flow, it could only sustain the cultivation of seven Heavenly Emperor [a supreme title for a cultivator who has reached the pinnacle of power] simultaneously."

"However, with the three-hundredfold temporal acceleration here, once the accumulated Chaos Primordial Energy is depleted, the remaining trickle would scarcely be sufficient for me alone," he continued. "Therefore, for now, it is best not to admit too many individuals."

Having said this, Eldrin Chen concluded, "Henceforth, only you few shall enter this place. However, the accumulated Primordial One Marvel [a miraculous substance condensed from the purest primordial essence] can be distributed for the use of our clansmen and disciples."

Exquisite Jiang [the Immortal Consort known for her peerless beauty and profound cultivation] nodded, then spoke, "With these resources, their chances of cultivating the tenth True Spirit Immortal Treasury [a supreme cultivation art focused on building an internal world of immense spiritual wealth] will increase by several more degrees."

Eldrin Chen [the protagonist, a formidable cultivator on the path of immortality] also smiled faintly. He then moved to the core of the secret realm and, after glancing at everyone present, declared, "I shall seize this opportunity to first repair the Heaven and Earth Creation Cauldron [a legendary cauldron of immense power, capable of refining creation itself]."

As his words fell, Eldrin Chen directly retrieved the Heaven and Earth Cauldron [one half of the legendary artifact] and the Creation Cauldron [the other half of the legendary artifact]. He then began the slow, meticulous process of refining and fusing the two sacred vessels.

Once the two cauldrons merged into one, Eldrin Chen discovered that the repaired Heaven and Earth Creation Cauldron had already regained its status as a Low-Grade Chaos Spiritual Artifact [a treasure of primordial chaos, the lowest rank within that supreme category].

"The Heaven and Earth Creation Cauldron was severely damaged," he mused. "It seems it still requires the refinement of some Chaos Genesis Energy [the primordial energy from which all creation springs] to fully restore its former majesty."

As Eldrin Chen spoke, he immediately took out Chaos Genesis Energy and began channeling it into the cauldron. After integrating two streams of this energy, he finally sensed a subtle transformation within the Heaven and Earth Creation Cauldron.

At this moment, the Heaven and Earth Creation Cauldron seemed to be merely a single step away from becoming a Mid-Grade Innate Spiritual Treasure [a treasure born from the world's inception, of middling rank]. Yet, it also appeared strangely frail, its power not yet fully consolidated.

Eldrin Chen understood. For the Heaven and Earth Creation Cauldron to achieve a complete recovery, it would need a period of gentle nurturing and tempering.

Thus, he placed the Heaven and Earth Creation Cauldron into the Chaos Pool [a pool brimming with primordial chaos energy] and declared, "With the three hundredfold acceleration of time and the profound mysteries of this Primordial Chaos Secret Realm [a hidden realm suffused with the energy of primordial chaos]..."

"...barring any unforeseen events, after three hundred Kalpa Tribulation [cosmic cycles of immense duration, often involving great cataclysms] in the outside world, the Heaven and Earth Creation Cauldron should be fully restored."

Hearing this, the group grew visibly excited. Exquisite Jiang could not help but speak up, "It seems that after three hundred Kalpa Tribulation [immense cosmic cycles], Sister Nyssa may be able to switch her cultivation to the Sacrificial Self Path [a profound cultivation method focused on self-transcendence]."

Eldrin Chen offered a faint smile but said nothing more.

He then retrieved two more Rare Treasure [extremely valuable spiritual objects]. They were the Primordial Energy Vase of Heaven and Earth [a mystical vessel that contains the fundamental energies of creation] and the Primordial Chaos Heaven-Earth Stone [a legendary ore embodying the chaotic essence of the cosmos].

Witnessing this, a flicker of understanding passed through everyone's eyes. Violet Consort Yan could not resist asking, "Husband, are you planning to elevate the grade of this Primordial Energy Vase of Heaven and Earth?"

"Indeed."

Eldrin Chen nodded and explained, "The Primordial Energy Vase of Heaven and Earth possesses boundless and wondrous applications. If it can be advanced to a Mid-Grade or even an Upper Grade Chaos Spiritual Treasure [a supreme rank of enchanted artifact born from primordial chaos], it will be of immense benefit to our future cultivation."

With those words, Eldrin Chen entered seclusion. He began the meticulous process of refining and tempering the Primordial Energy Vase of Heaven and Earth, fusing the Primordial Chaos Heaven-Earth Stone into its very essence.

Using a Chaos Spiritual Treasure [a treasure born from primordial chaos] to elevate the Primordial Energy Vase of Heaven and Earth carried virtually no risk of failure.

Eldrin Chen continuously merged the Primordial Chaos Heaven-Earth Stone into the vase. Before long, the treasure successfully ascended, becoming a Low-Grade Chaos Spiritual Artifact [a basic-grade artifact forged from chaotic spiritual energy].

However, the Primordial Energy Vase of Heaven and Earth had limited inherent potential. Having reached this stage, conventional methods could no longer facilitate its further advancement.

With no other recourse, Eldrin Chen was forced to employ the Primordial Chaos Genesis Essence [a supreme substance embodying the creative power of primordial chaos]. Relying on this heaven-defying Creation [the fundamental act of bringing something into existence from nothingness] artifact, he forcibly pried open the bottleneck for it.

Thus, time flowed swiftly by. In the blink of an eye, nearly one hundred Kalpa Tribulation [immense cosmic cycles spanning billions of years] had passed.

It was only after Eldrin Chen exhausted the two strands of Primordial Chaos Genesis Essence he had accumulated over the last several hundred Kalpa Tribulation that he finally succeeded in elevating the Primordial Energy Vase of Heaven and Earth [a legendary vessel said to contain the primordial energies of creation] to the rank of a Middle Grade Chaos Spiritual Treasure [a treasure of immense power forged from the essence of primordial chaos].

"It is done."

Gazing upon the Primordial Energy Vase of Heaven and Earth, now ascended to a Middle Grade Chaos Spiritual Treasure, a rare flicker of joy stirred within Eldrin Chen's heart.

Within the entire Chaos [the primordial, formless state from which all existence emerged], the number of Chaos Supreme Treasure [the ultimate treasures born from the heart of primordial chaos] does not exceed ten. Each one is born carrying a fragment of Chaos Destiny [the inscrutable fate woven into the fabric of primordial chaos itself].

Beneath the Chaos Supreme Treasure, the Upper Grade Chaos Spiritual Treasure [treasures of the highest order below the supreme rank] represent the pinnacle of existence.

Any single Upper Grade Chaos Spiritual Treasure possesses Creation powers that can truly be described as defying the heavens. Even among beings at the Sovereign [a supreme realm of cultivation mastery] level, such treasures are exceedingly rare.

In ages past, the Nameless Path Ancestor [a legendary figure whose mastery approached the very act of creation], hailed as one of the mightiest Sovereign within the Third Chaos Realm [a specific domain within the vastness of primordial chaos], possessed only a handful of Upper Grade Chaos Spiritual Treasure.

Upper Grade Chaos Spiritual Treasure are treasures one may encounter by fate, not by seeking. While Middle Grade Chaos Spiritual Treasure are somewhat more numerous, they too are artifacts of incalculable, heaven-defying value.

The Blazing Center Supreme [the supreme ruler of the Blazing Central Domains], who has dominated the Blazing Central Hundred Domains for many years, is rumored to possess only two Middle Grade Chaos Spiritual Treasure [a mid-tier treasure forged from primordial chaos essence].

Yet Eldrin Chen, having only just entered the Heavenly Emperor Realm [the realm of a Heavenly Emperor], already holds one Middle Grade Chaos Spiritual Treasure and is on the verge of possessing a second.

If the Blazing Center Supreme were to learn of this, it is highly likely he would be unable to resist taking action.

"Let us test the wondrous functions of the Primordial Energy Vase of Heaven and Earth [a vase capable of nurturing heaven and earth with primordial energy]," he said.

With those words, Eldrin Chen retrieved the Primordial Energy Vase of Heaven and Earth and began to nurture a stalk of Great Encompassing Golden Bamboo [a rare golden bamboo with vast potential].

He planted the Great Encompassing Golden Bamboo within Chaos Five Elements Soil [soil imbued with the chaotic essence of the five elements] and used the Primordial Energy Vase of Heaven and Earth to cultivate the golden bamboo.

As the Primordial Energy Vase of Heaven and Earth continuously poured forth Heaven-Earth Water [water containing the harmonized essence of heaven and earth], the Great Encompassing Golden Bamboo began to transform, advancing at a pace visible to the naked eye.

In mere moments, the Great Encompassing Golden Bamboo had already ascended to become Primordial One Gold Bamboo [a primordial-grade golden bamboo], and its advancement continued unabated.

Only when it reached the absolute limit of a Supreme Grade Innate Spiritual Root [the highest grade of innate spiritual plant], teetering on the brink of becoming an Innate Supreme Treasure Spiritual Root [a spiritual root of treasure-grade innate quality], did its rapid ascent finally slow.

"It requires a more potent Heaven-Earth Primordial Energy Water [water infused with the primordial energy of heaven and earth]," he concluded.

Eldrin Chen spoke thus, then retrieved Innate Primordial Breath [the most fundamental and purest form of energy, the source of all creation] and poured it into the Primordial Energy Vase of Heaven and Earth [a mystical vessel capable of refining and transforming primordial energies], beginning the gestation of Heaven-Earth Primordial Energy Water [a liquid spiritual essence refined from the fundamental energies of heaven and earth].

Only after nine portions of Innate Primordial Breath [the most fundamental and purest form of energy, the source of all creation] were consecutively infused did the Primordial Energy Vase of Heaven and Earth [a mystical vessel capable of refining and transforming primordial energies] finally gestate a single portion of Chaos Divine Liquid [a divine liquid born from the primordial chaos, possessing miraculous properties].

This divine liquid could be called a heaven-defying elixir for Heavenly God [a powerful divine being], containing a certain supreme power of cosmic Creation [the fundamental act of bringing something into existence from nothingness]. It seemed even more astonishing than the Chaos Divine Liquid [a divine liquid born from the primordial chaos, possessing miraculous properties].

Eldrin Chen dripped it onto the Primordial One Gold Bamboo [a legendary bamboo of supreme metallic and wood attributes], finally allowing the golden bamboo to once again shatter its Limit-Breaker [a state of breaking through inherent limitations to achieve a higher potential] and undergo Nirvana [a transformative rebirth through destruction] to metamorphose into a single Chaos Golden Bamboo Shoot [a nascent sprout of the legendary Chaos Golden Bamboo, born from primordial chaos].

"Chaos Golden Bamboo Shoot," he murmured.

Gazing at the Chaos Golden Bamboo Shoot [a nascent sprout of the legendary Chaos Golden Bamboo, born from primordial chaos] before him, Eldrin Chen carefully plucked it, an expression of deep satisfaction spreading across his face.

Witnessing this, Exquisite Jiang, who stood nearby, could not help but sigh in admiration. "The Heaven-Earth Primordial Energy Water [a liquid spiritual essence refined from the fundamental energies of heaven and earth] transformed from nine portions of Innate Primordial Breath [the most fundamental and purest form of energy, the source of all creation] can nurture a single Chaos Golden Bamboo [a legendary plant born from primordial chaos, possessing immense spiritual power]. This transaction is immensely profitable for us."

Eldrin Chen also nodded, a faint smile touching his lips.

The Chaos Golden Bamboo Shoot [a nascent sprout of the legendary Chaos Golden Bamboo, born from primordial chaos] could be considered an immature seedling of an Ancient Chaos Tree [a mythical tree that existed at the dawn of creation], a slightly lower-valued Innate Supreme Treasure Spiritual Root [a spiritual root that is a natural-born treasure of the highest order]. However, its overall worth would definitely not fall below that of a single Innate Supreme Treasure [a treasure born from nature itself, possessing supreme power and rarity].

Trading nine portions of Innate Primordial Breath [the most fundamental and purest form of energy, the source of all creation] for one Innate Supreme Treasure [a treasure born from nature itself, possessing supreme power and rarity] was nothing short of an extraordinarily lucrative deal.

Understanding this, Eldrin Chen spoke, "How many portions of Innate Primordial Breath [the foundational, primordial energy of creation] remain within the clan treasury?"

"We have captured quite a number over these years, and clan members have continuously ventured into the Chaos Desolation Sea to search for more. Currently, the treasury should hold over three thousand portions of Innate Primordial Breath."

"And that does not include those held privately by the clan's Imperial Lord [a powerful cultivator who has established their own imperial domain] or by your disciples. If we count their personal reserves, that number could easily double or triple."

Exquisite Jiang explained with a gentle smile, "Furthermore, Grandfather likely possesses a significant amount of Innate Primordial Breath as well."

Eldrin Chen nodded, a faint smile touching his lips.

Most of his disciples and the members of the Chen Clan cultivated the Sacrificial Self Path [a profound cultivation method that refines the self through sacrifice]. This path, bolstered by the Inner Immortal Domain [an internal realm cultivated within the self], required almost no consumption of Innate Primordial Breath when breaking through to the Primordial One Imperial Lord [the foundational stage of the Imperial Lord realm].

Therefore, the Chen Clan Lineage had always consumed very little Innate Primordial Breath, which was precisely why they had been able to amass such a vast reserve.

Additionally, Imperial Sovereign Jiang cultivated the Scripture of Innate Primordial Breath. Every two Kalpa Tribulation [a cosmic cycle of immense duration], he could refine one portion of Innate Primordial Breath. Over the course of more than two thousand such cycles, he had accumulated a full one thousand portions.

With this clarity, Eldrin Chen stated, "It is good that our reserves of Innate Primordial Breath are plentiful."

As he spoke, Eldrin Chen planted another stalk of Great Encompassing Golden Bamboo [a legendary spiritual plant of immense vitality and power]. He then used the Primordial Energy Vase of Heaven and Earth [a mystical vessel capable of nurturing and elevating spiritual objects] to advance its grade.

Yet this time, after reaching the very limit of a Supreme Grade Innate Spiritual Root, the Great Encompassing Golden Bamboo ultimately failed at the final moment of metamorphosis, completely dissolving into the Dao [returning its essence to the cosmic principles] within the Primordial Chaos Secret Realm.

"This is..."

Exquisite Jiang was momentarily stunned, an expression of astonishment flickering across her face.

Eldrin Chen furrowed his brow slightly. After performing a brief divination with his fingers, he spoke with a hint of regret, "Given its current grade, the Primordial Energy Vase of Heaven and Earth only has about a twenty percent chance of successfully nurturing the Chaos Golden Bamboo Shoot."

"Even with the aid of the Chaos Five Elements Soil, the probability of a successful advancement only rises to roughly thirty percent."

"Our previous success was largely a matter of fortunate circumstance."

Hearing this, the others could not help but feel a pang of disappointment.

The gap between a thirty percent chance and a guaranteed success was immense. This represented a consumption of Innate Primordial Breath three or four times greater.

Of course, expending thirty strands of Innate Primordial Breath to cultivate a single Great Encompassing Golden Bamboo would still be a worthwhile trade.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen spoke, "It seems that in the future, if we accumulate sufficient Primordial Chaos Genesis Essence, we must prioritize advancing the Primordial Energy Vase of Heaven and Earth to the level of an Upper Grade Chaos Spiritual Treasure."

"..."

As cultivation resources were not lacking for the time being, Eldrin Chen did not continue cultivating the Chaos Golden Bamboo Shoot.

He spent the following period waiting for the Heaven and Earth Creation Cauldron while simultaneously refining the Chaos Golden Bamboo Shoot into a furnace of Chaos Golden Core.

With his current level of cultivation, refining the Chaos Golden Core was a natural and effortless process for Eldrin Chen. In the end, he successfully produced a single Chaos Golden Core.

"Not bad at all."

Gazing at the Golden Core before him, a glimmer of satisfaction flickered across Eldrin Chen's features.

A single furnace of Chaos Golden Core could yield only one pill, yet it contained the entire foundational essence of the Chaos Golden Bamboo Shoot, possessing astonishing medicinal potency.

Eldrin Chen immediately retrieved the Chaos Golden Core and began to refine and absorb it. A vast, majestic medicinal energy surged into his body, allowing his Primordial Chaos Indestructibility Body—which had been progressing slowly—to take another small step forward.

"My foundational essence has increased by one percent."

Eldrin Chen murmured to himself, a sense of quiet reassurance settling in his heart.

Do not underestimate this mere one percent. One must understand that he simultaneously cultivates the Five Great Chaos Divine Forms [five supreme physical cultivation arts of primordial chaos], and the foundation of his physical body far surpasses that of an ordinary Heavenly Emperor [a supreme title for a ruler of a heavenly domain]. In terms of the sheer quantity of his divine forms, he even exceeds some Path Union Supreme [a supreme cultivator who has unified multiple cultivation paths].

It is only because the foundational essence of his physical body is still too thin and weak that he cannot unleash the full power of the Five Great Chaos Divine Forms.

Otherwise, Eldrin Chen, possessing the Five Great Chaos Divine Forms, could have easily pinned down Panji Heavenly Emperor with one hand and pummeled him, never giving him the chance to retreat unscathed.

Precisely because the foundation of his physical body is so immensely powerful, the resources Eldrin Chen consumes to replenish his body's foundational essence far exceed those needed by an ordinary Chaos Heavenly Emperor [a Heavenly Emperor who rules over a domain of primordial chaos]. An improvement of one percent is already a heaven-defying achievement.

According to Eldrin Chen's estimation, and considering that progress becomes exponentially more difficult in the later stages...

...for his physical body's foundational essence to be completely filled to the limit of the First Realm of Chaos [the foundational stage of cultivation within the primordial chaos], he would need to refine at least several thousand Chaos Golden Core [pills condensed from the essence of primordial chaos] or an equivalent amount of resources.

"The resources required are indeed vast, but once my foundational essence is fully replenished, perhaps relying on my physical strength alone, I might barely be able to contend with a Path Union Supreme."

These thoughts drifted through Eldrin Chen's mind. He then began to tally the various resources in his possession, ultimately realizing that the Innate Primordial Breath [the pure, foundational energy present at the dawn of creation] stored within the Clan Treasury would likely fall far short of what he needed for his cultivation.

Moreover, the Innate Primordial Breath had uses beyond this. Once the Heaven and Earth Creation Cauldron [a legendary cauldron capable of forging heaven and earth] was fully formed, Eldrin Chen would also need to use it to fuse with Chaos Genesis Energy [the energy of creation from the primordial chaos].

Considering this, Eldrin Chen spoke after careful deliberation: "From now on, we must greatly increase our collection of Innate Primordial Breath. Certain resources within the clan should all be used to trade for Innate Primordial Breath."

Beside him, Exquisite Jiang [the wife of Eldrin Chen] nodded upon hearing this. She understood that what Eldrin [the protagonist, also known as Chen Nianzhi] referred to as 'appropriately selling some treasures' meant the Chaos Golden Core [a supreme-grade pill forged from primordial chaos essence] and the Primordial One [the foundational state of ultimate unity] Immortal Fruits borne by some Chaos Spiritual Root [spiritual plants of chaos origin].

Each of these treasures was peerlessly precious. Fortunately, given Eldrin Chen's current status and position, there was no need to fear covetous eyes from others.

Thinking of this, Exquisite Jiang said, "This matter is not difficult. Leave it to our clan and the Immortal Court [the supreme governing body of the immortal realm] to handle."

At this point, Eldrin Chen spoke again, "Over these years, has the clan found any news of the Human Soul Fruit Tree [a legendary tree bearing fruits that nourish the human soul]?"

"Not yet."

Exquisite Jiang shook her head, speaking with a hint of regret, "Within the Blazing Central Hundred Domains [a vast region of one hundred celestial domains], there is no news whatsoever regarding the Human Soul Fruit Tree."

"It seems the Human Soul Fruit Tree has suffered some kind of curse, utterly erased from the Chaos [the primordial state before creation] by an indescribable force."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly.

In the past, after Nameless [a mysterious ancient figure] pioneered the imperial method of the Soul Path [a cultivation art focused on soul refinement], he once found a Chaos Three Souls Fruit Tree [a chaos spiritual root bearing fruits for the three souls].

At that time, Nameless believed the Three Souls Fruit Tree possessed boundless potential. With sufficient opportunity, it might even ascend to become an Upper Grade Chaos Spiritual Root [the highest grade of chaos-origin spiritual plant].

This is because the Three Souls Fruit Tree [a legendary tree bearing fruits that nourish the soul] can ignore the Heavenly Rules [the fundamental laws governing the cosmos] and directly draw upon Chaos Origin [the primordial, undifferentiated essence from which all things are born] to continuously nurture Chaos Three Souls Fruit [a supreme fruit born of chaos, capable of strengthening the three souls].

Regrettably, Nameless carried only half of the Primordial Chaos Scripture [an ancient scripture detailing the mysteries of primordial chaos], obtaining merely thirty-six of its ancient characters. Lacking the method to refine Primordial Chaos Violet Aura [a supreme violet energy born from the dawn of chaos], it was thus unable to ascend to become a Three Souls Ancient Trees [an ancient, sentient tree of immense spiritual power].

Reflecting on it now, the destruction of the Chaos Three Souls Tree was likely orchestrated by Nameless's formidable enemies. After he was grievously wounded and fell into slumber, they sought to strangle the Soul Path [a profound cultivation art focused on the soul] and deliver it to Oblivion [the state of utter annihilation and non-existence].

"It seems the Human Soul Fruit Tree [a rare tree whose fruit can mend and empower the human soul] must be sought in lands far more distant in the future,"

Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly. The Sea of Chaos [the boundless, turbulent expanse of primordial chaos] is vast and endless. Within it, there exist special forbidden lands and secret realms that can operate beyond the influence of even a Chaos Sovereign [a supreme being who commands a portion of primordial chaos].

In such places, one might yet find the existence of the Human Soul Fruit Tree.

With this thought settled, Eldrin Chen ceased his pondering. He continued his secluded cultivation while patiently awaiting the emergence of the treasure.

An immeasurable span of time passed. Then, on this day, a violent radiance erupted from within the Primordial Chaos Secret Realm [a hidden dimension within the Sea of Chaos]. Following it, the Heaven and Earth Creation Cauldron [a legendary cauldron said to have participated in the creation of heaven and earth] soared into the air, manifesting before Eldrin Chen.

"My gratitude, former master."

The Heaven and Earth Creation Cauldron spoke slowly. In the very moment its rank was fully restored, it had recognized the true origin of Eldrin Chen.

Comprehending all the Karma [the cosmic principle of cause and effect that binds all actions and their consequences], he finally understood that his creator in ages past was, in fact, half of Eldrin Chen's Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core and highest essence of a cultivator's being].

"Your recovery is proceeding well."

Eldrin Chen smiled faintly, then turned his gaze towards the Heaven and Earth Creation Cauldron [a legendary cauldron capable of forging creation itself] and asked, "How do you feel now?"

"Thanks to the aid of my old master, I have regained my full power and majesty."

The Heaven and Earth Creation Cauldron spoke, recounting everything in detail. Having now restored its original rank and dignity, all the profound functions of the Heaven and Earth Creation Cauldron had been recovered.

The current Heaven and Earth Creation Cauldron possessed three supremely important and profound mysteries.

These three great mysteries were respectively: 'Cosmic Creation [the primordial act of bringing something into existence from nothingness]', 'Foundation Reforging [a divine art to reshape and strengthen one's cultivation foundation]', and 'Reversion to Chaos [the primordial, undifferentiated state before creation]'.

Among these three mysteries, Cosmic Creation referred to the refining of the energies of Heaven and Earth, the dual breaths of Creation, supplemented by Innate Primordial Breath [the most fundamental and pure energy that existed at the dawn of creation], to forge the 'Heaven-Earth Creation Primordial Energy [a supreme spiritual essence born from the primal forces of creation]'.

This Heaven-Earth Creation Primordial Energy possessed boundless and miraculous uses. It could assist an Ancient Immortal [an immortal who has existed since ancient times] or a Primordial One Imperial Lord [a supreme cultivator who has unified their being with the primordial origin] in directly cultivating a single True Spirit Foundation [the ultimate, unshakable foundation for one's spiritual cultivation path]. It could be said to be a supreme mystery that plundered the very Creation of Heaven and Earth itself.

As for Foundation Reforging, it referred to the ability, under the perfect convergence of favorable celestial timing, geographical advantages, and human harmony, to consume Heaven-Earth Creation Primordial Energy along with other heaven-defying Rare Treasure [precious spiritual materials of extreme rarity and power] and divine objects, to reshape and forge a stronger cultivation foundation for another.

This method possesses the ability to plunder the Creation [the fundamental creative force of the cosmos] of Heaven and Earth, therefore, the Heaven and Earth Creation Cauldron [a legendary cauldron capable of refining creation itself] cannot be used recklessly. Furthermore, it has certain limitations based on the cultivation strength of the person undergoing the Foundation Reforging [a profound process of reforging one's cultivation foundation].

Performing Foundation Reforging for an Ancient Immortal [an immortal who has existed since ancient times] or a Great Encompassing Golden Immortal [a supreme immortal realm] is manageable. However, performing it for a Great Emperor [a sovereign ruler among cultivators] or a Sage Ascendant [a sage on the verge of ascension] often requires a recovery period spanning hundreds or even thousands of Kalpa Tribulation [immense cosmic cycles of destruction and renewal].

As for the final function, the reversal into Chaos [the primordial, undifferentiated state before creation], that is the most heaven-defying effect of the Heaven and Earth Creation Cauldron.

This method inherits the profound mysteries of the Chaos Cauldron [the primordial cauldron of chaos], enabling it to refine Innate Primordial Breath [the purest, most fundamental energy born with the universe], causing it to reverse and transform into Chaos Genesis Energy [the primordial energy from which all things are born].

However, given the inherent grade of the Heaven and Earth Creation Cauldron, the success rate of reversing energy into Chaos Genesis Energy is not high—in fact, it is pitifully low.

Generally speaking, only eighty-one strands of Innate Primordial Breath are needed to attempt one reversal into Chaos.

Yet, the former Immortal Firmament Path Ancestor [a legendary ancestor who mastered the Path of the Immortal Firmament] once expended over a thousand strands of Innate Primordial Breath in succession, and in the end, not a single portion of Chaos Genesis Energy was successfully reversed.

"This treasure's rank is ultimately insufficient; its wondrous uses do not even reach one percent of the Chaos Cauldron's capabilities."

As these thoughts drifted through Eldrin Chen's mind, he could not help but feel a renewed sense of nostalgia for the Chaos Cauldron, strengthening his resolve to retrieve it as soon as possible.

However, ever since the Chaos Cauldron suffered that strike from the Blade of Oblivion [a weapon capable of erasing existence] and was utterly lost within the turbulent currents of the River of Space-Time [the conceptual flow of time and space], his current level of cultivation was still insufficient to summon it back.

With this thought in mind, Eldrin Chen temporarily set aside the idea of attempting to fuse the Chaos Genesis Energy [the primordial energy from which all creation is born].

He immediately began to use the Heaven and Earth Creation Cauldron [a legendary cauldron capable of refining heaven and earth] as the foundation, relying on the Returning Abyss Grotto-Heaven and the Primordial Chaos Secret Realm to lay down a Super Domain Formation [an immensely powerful spatial and defensive array].

This formation was comparable to the Immortal Furnace Grand Formation of the Heavenly Furnace Grotto-Heaven, and in terms of sheer profundity, it was even several degrees more powerful.

After completing the formation, Eldrin Chen turned to the Nyssa Qu beside him and inquired, "How are your preparations, my lady?"

"They are nearly complete."

Nyssa Qu spoke slowly, a trace of solemnity flickering in the depths of her gaze.