Chapter 2147 : Forging the Chaos Treasures

As for the four Chaos Spiritual Artifact [a supreme class of enchanted artifacts born from primordial chaos], Extraordinary was indeed remarkable. Among them, the Nine Dragon Imperial Seal [a seal artifact empowered by the essence of nine dragons] was a Middle Grade Chaos Spiritual Treasure [a mid-tier artifact of primordial chaos].

The Myriad Path Disc [a disc artifact embodying countless paths], the Ancient Immortal Phoenix Sword [an ancient sword forged with the essence of an immortal phoenix], and the Tianke Ancient Staff [an ancient staff of profound mystery] were all exquisite examples among Low-Grade Chaos Spiritual Artifact [a lower-tier artifact of primordial chaos], each containing two strands of Primordial Chaos Great Path [the fundamental laws governing primordial chaos].

Moreover, judging by Eldrin Chen's discerning eye, because the three individuals had broken through to Path Union [the realm where one's cultivation path merges with the Great Dao], the bottlenecks preventing their three treasures from advancing to Middle Grade Chaos Spiritual Treasure had already been broken through by more than half.

Perhaps they only needed to be reforged once more, with the addition of some mid-grade Chaos Rare Treasure [rare materials born from chaos] and Chaos Genesis Energy [the primordial energy from which all creation springs], to assist them in shattering their bottlenecks and ascending to Middle Grade Chaos Spiritual Treasure.

Contemplating this, Eldrin Chen pondered for a moment before speaking. "The Nine Dragon Imperial Seal shall be used to set up the formation. As for the remaining three artifacts, I will reforge them in the future. Once they successfully ascend, they shall be placed within the Clan Treasury [the vault where a clan stores its most precious resources] for the time being."

Upon hearing this, everyone nodded in agreement, naturally having no objections to Eldrin Chen's decision.

Having arranged this matter, Eldrin Chen was just about to proceed with setting up the formation when he saw Exquisite Jiang speak up. "Within the Returning Abyss Hundred Domains [a vast region of one hundred interconnected realms], the Great Encompassing Golden Immortal [a supreme immortal realm cultivator] who cultivates the Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame [the celestial flame of the primordial sun] and the Source Earth of All Things [the foundational earth essence from which all things originate] has arrived."

"How shall we proceed with the arrangements?"

Eldrin Chen pondered briefly once more before replying, "Arrange for them to enter secluded cultivation within the Returning Abyss Grotto-Heaven [a celestial paradise within the Returning Abyss]. Once their Great Path [the supreme cultivation art] cultivation reaches a point where no further progress is possible, I will then come to retrieve the authority's power."

Exquisite Jiang gave a slight nod of her head, understanding Eldrin Chen's intention.

Eldrin Chen cultivated the Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame Great Path and the Source Earth of All Things Great Path precisely to obtain the Great Path Authority [the supreme power and control over a fundamental cosmic principle] of these two Limitless Great Path.

Those who cultivate these two Great Path must, once their own progress along the Great Path has stalled, surrender their Great Path Authority to Eldrin Chen.

In return, Eldrin Chen bestows upon them various opportunities and even grants them permission to cultivate within the Returning Abyss Grotto-Heaven, serving as a reward for their dedication to the Great Path.

Furthermore, Eldrin Chen has promised that once he fully masters these two Great Path, he will allow them to continue anchoring their existence upon the Great Path itself, eternally enjoying the status of a Great Encompassing [a supreme immortal state beyond the cycle of rebirth] without ever falling back into Reincarnation.

Although this arrangement prevents them from wielding Great Path Authority directly, making them significantly weaker than other Great Encompassing Golden Immortal of the same tier, they at least secure a permanent position within the cosmic framework of the Primordial Chaos Great Path, eliminating the danger of having their Great Path stripped away.

Within the current Returning Abyss Grotto-Heaven, there are not a few Great Encompassing Golden Immortal who comprehend these two Great Path, among them even existences at the level of Primordial One Imperial Lord and even Great Emperor.

However, even after gathering these authorities, Eldrin Chen still could not claim the foremost position in the Great Path Authority hierarchy, so he temporarily set the matter aside.

Returning to the main narrative, after settling these affairs, Eldrin Chen proceeded directly into the Chaos [the primordial, formless void from which all creation emerges] to begin constructing a grand formation for the Returning Abyss Chaos Domain.

The current Returning Abyss Chaos Domain, in addition to its original Southern Abyss Ten Domains, now includes the Six Domains of the Northern Abyss, the thirty-two domains of the Blazing Central Chaos Domain, and the newly formed Primordial Domain known as the Pan huang-radiant Primordial Domain.

Thus, the entire Returning Abyss Chaos Domain now encompasses a total of forty-nine Primordial Domain.

Long ago, Eldrin Chen had already summoned the various Heavenly Emperor [a title for supreme rulers of celestial realms] to lay down the Chaos Grand Formation [a grand defensive array harnessing primordial chaos] for the Returning Abyss Chaos Domain, with these forty-nine Primordial Domain [the most ancient and foundational realms of existence] serving as its core.

Now, Eldrin Chen was re-establishing the formation. Using the former Tri-Pole Primordial Domain, now known as the Returning Abyss Primordial Domain, as the core, and employing the Nine Dragon Imperial Seal [a supreme artifact imbued with the power of nine dragons] as the Formation Artifact [the central artifact powering a grand formation], he laid down the Nine Dragons Chaos Grand Formation [a grand formation of chaos empowered by nine draconic spirits].

This formation possessed immense power. With Eldrin Chen's current cultivation presiding over it as the master of the array, even a joint assault by three to five ordinary top-tier Path Union Supreme [cultivators who have unified their cultivation path to its supreme peak] would find it difficult to breach.

Beyond offense and defense, this formation possessed three special effects: accelerated conversion, rank promotion, and the Creation [the act of bringing something into existence from nothingness] of a Grotto-Heaven [a blessed, self-contained pocket dimension of immense spiritual density].

The so-called accelerated conversion referred to multiplying the rate at which the various Primordial Domain absorbed and refined the Sea of Chaos Water [the primordial waters of chaos, a source of immense energy], thereby greatly accelerating the growth of their Chaos Origin [the foundational chaotic essence of a realm].

The rank promotion effect gathered the foundational essence from the various Primordial Domain to continuously elevate the essence of the Returning Abyss Primordial Domain, ultimately aiming to promote it into a Middle Grade Primordial Domain [a Primordial Domain of intermediate rank and power].

Once successful, the foundational essence of the Returning Abyss Primordial Domain would increase tenfold, and the formation's power would multiply several times over.

By that time, even if a Half-Step Limitless [a cultivator half a step away from the boundless Limitless Realm] were to arrive in person, Eldrin Chen should be able to hold them off for a time by relying on this formation.

The final effect, the Creation of a Grotto-Heaven, used the formation's power to supply the Returning Abyss Grotto-Heaven, vastly enhancing its efficacy and foundational essence.

The original Returning Abyss Grotto-Heaven could, at most, support the cultivation of one hundred and eight Sage Ascendant [cultivators who have ascended to the sage realm]. Even with the augmentation from the Primordial Chaos Secret Realm [a hidden realm suffused with primordial chaos energy], it was becoming somewhat insufficient for the needs of the Chen Clan.

However, the current Returning Abyss Grotto-Heaven [a pocket dimension realm], after being empowered by the grand formation, has seen its efficacy increase by more than tenfold.

Now, the Returning Abyss Grotto-Heaven can sustain the secluded cultivation of one hundred and eight Heavenly Emperor [a supreme title for cultivators of immense power]. If converted for Sage Ascendant [a high-level immortal cultivator], it could likely support over a thousand such cultivators practicing simultaneously.

From this perspective, many within the Returning Abyss Lineage [the sect founded by Eldrin Chen] and the Returning Abyss Chaos Domain [the vast territory under Eldrin Chen's control] who were previously unqualified to enter will now have the chance to step inside and enjoy the opportunity of a three hundredfold Space-Time [the flow of time and space] acceleration.

"Allocate thirty-six Heavenly Emperor slots within the Returning Abyss Grotto-Heaven for now, and temporarily assign them to Great Encompassing Golden Immortal [a foundational immortal realm] who cultivate the Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame [a supreme flame of the primordial sun] and the Source Earth of All Things [the fundamental earth element that gives birth to all things] for their cultivation,"

commanded Eldrin Chen immediately after the grand formation's completion.

With this decree, countless Great Encompassing Golden Immortal across the entire Returning Abyss Hundred Domains [the collective name for the hundred domains under Eldrin Chen's rule] were sent into a frenzy.

After all, a chance for three hundredfold Space-Time acceleration was a heaven-defying opportunity against the natural order. If those thirty-six Heavenly Emperor slots were given to Great Encompassing Golden Immortal for secluded cultivation, it could potentially nurture tens of thousands of them.

Thus, innumerable Great Encompassing Golden Immortal cultivating these two Great Path [supreme cultivation arts or laws] rushed to apply. Even many figures at the level of Primordial One Imperial Lord [an immortal lord realm] and Great Emperor [a powerful emperor-level immortal] began to simultaneously study the powers of these two Great Path.

Eldrin Chen welcomed this development. The Primordial Chaos Great Path [the supreme law of primordial chaos] was profound and difficult to comprehend. Even with his talent and cultivation base, mastering such a Limitless Great Path [a boundless and supreme law] was far from an overnight achievement.

Having the heroes of the Returning Abyss Hundred Domains comprehend the Great Path on his behalf would save Eldrin Chen a vast amount of time.

With the conclusion of the Myriad Tribulations Longevity Celebration and the Returning Abyss Hundred Domains temporarily free from external threats, Eldrin Chen devoted himself wholeheartedly to comprehending the Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame and the Great Path of Profound Darkness True Water.

Thus, the years flowed by like a river, and before he knew it, another ten thousand Kalpa Tribulation [immense cosmic cycles] had passed.

"It is almost time."

On this day, Eldrin Chen awoke from his secluded cultivation. He slowly opened his eyes, a faint smile gracing his features.

A single day in the Mortal Dust [the mundane world] was a year within the mountain.

While ten thousand Kalpa Tribulation had passed in the outside world, Eldrin Chen had cultivated in seclusion for a staggering three million Kalpa Tribulation.

After this vast expanse of time spent in deep contemplation and cultivation, Eldrin Chen's understanding of the Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame and the Source Earth of All Things Great Path had finally brought him to the very threshold of mastering these two Great Path [profound cultivation laws].

With this thought, Eldrin Chen did not hesitate. He proceeded directly into the Chaos Grotto-Heaven [a pocket dimension of primordial chaos].

Then, with a sweep of his sleeve, he summoned before him all the Immortal [cultivators who have ascended to immortality] who were cultivating the Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame and the Source Earth of All Things Great Path.

Gazing upon the assembled Great Encompassing Golden Immortal [a high rank of immortal cultivators] and Primordial One Imperial Lord [a supreme rank of immortal cultivators], Eldrin Chen gave a slight, approving nod.

Over these years, millions of Great Encompassing Golden Immortal [the highest tier of immortal cultivators] who also cultivated the Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame Great Path [the Great Path of the Primal Sun and Celestial Fire] reached their limits. The vast majority of them subsequently entrusted their Great Path Authority [the authority and control over a specific Great Path of cultivation] to Eldrin Chen.

Now, only three thousand cultivators remain within the Returning Abyss Grotto-Heaven [a blessed realm of cultivation]. Yet each one is a prodigiously talented powerhouse, and thus has received special nurturing from Eldrin Chen.

These three thousand individuals present have nearly all attained the Primordial One Imperial Lord Realm [the realm of a Primordial One Imperial Lord, a powerful stage of cultivation]. Among them, there are even close to one hundred who have cultivated the Primordial Solar Divine Form [a divine form embodying the power of the primal sun] and reached the level of Great Emperor [a Great Emperor, a sovereign-level cultivator].

The situation with the Source Earth of All Things Great Path [the Great Path of the Primordial Earth, Source of All Things] is similar. The number of powerhouses who also cultivate this Path is no less than those of the Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame Great Path.

According to Eldrin Chen's estimation, once he reclaims all these Great Path Authority, he should be able to secure the paramount position for these two Great Path [a fundamental and profound law or principle of cultivation] and initiate the Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core and highest essence of a cultivator] Great Path Contention [a cosmic struggle for dominance over a Great Path].

With this thought, Eldrin Chen spoke, "You are all exceptional talents. By aiding this sovereign in perfecting the Great Path, you shall receive generous rewards in the future."

"Now, bestow your Great Path Authority upon this sovereign."

Hearing this, the assembled Primordial One Imperial Lord [cultivators at the Primordial One Imperial Lord realm] did not hesitate in the slightest. They immediately transferred their Great Path Authority to Eldrin Chen.

In that instant, the Great Path Authority held by Eldrin Chen surged dramatically. He instantly became the individual with the highest authority over these two Great Path Authority.

Therefore, after a brief period of refinement, he decisively projected his Primordial Spirit into the Sea of the Great Path [the metaphysical ocean where all Great Paths converge and manifest] and began contending for the sovereign power of these two Great Path.

Between these two Great Path [a supreme cultivation art representing a fundamental cosmic principle], the Source Earth of All Things Great Path [the Great Path representing the foundational earth that gives birth to all things] was the most vulnerable. The two Half-Step Path Union [cultivators who have half-stepped into the realm of merging with a Great Path] who practiced it concurrently were not weak, but they had not cultivated the foundational depth of a Soul Path Heavenly Emperor [a Heavenly Emperor who has mastered the Path of the Soul].

Facing Eldrin Chen's challenge, they fell into a disadvantage after merely a few exchanges of blows and were ultimately forced to relinquish their Great Path Authority [the sovereign authority and control over a Great Path].

The Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame [the Great Path of the primordial sun's heavenly fire] was even more feeble. This Great Path was originally under the sole dominion of Blazing Center Supreme [the Supreme Sovereign of the Blazing Center]. Now, Blazing Center Supreme had fallen into a deep slumber and possessed no strength to contend with Eldrin Chen.

After only a brief moment, Eldrin Chen had seized all authority over the Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame Great Path.

While reclaiming the Primordial Solar Great Path Authority, Eldrin Chen discovered, to his surprise, that the authority of the Primordial Solar Great Path [the Great Path of the Primordial Sun] had already given birth to its twenty-seventh Great Path Divine Form [a divine manifestation of a Great Path's power].

Twenty-seven Great Path Divine Form represents a threshold. Once such an Innate Limitless Great Path [an innately boundless Great Path] transforms into a Primordial Chaos Great Path [a Great Path born from Primordial Chaos], it will directly possess three Chaos Divine Form [divine manifestations born from Chaos], which is the hallmark of the Half-Step Path Union Realm [the Half-Step Realm of Path Union].

"It seems the Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame Great Path can ascend directly to the Path Union Realm [the realm of complete union with a Path]," Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly.

With this thought, he began refining Chaos Genesis Energy [the primordial energy from which all chaos is born] in succession, commencing his assault on the realm of the Primordial Chaos Great Path.

After successive refinements, both the Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame Great Path and the Source Earth of All Things Great Path finally broke through the Realm of Chaos [the realm representing primordial chaos] and transformed into two brand new Limitless Great Path [Great Paths of limitless potential].

Among them, the Source Earth of All Things Great Path now possessed two Chaos Divine Form, while the Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame Great Path boasted three.

"I can attempt the breakthrough to the Path Union Realm now."

After completing his advancement, Eldrin Chen murmured softly to himself, falling into deep contemplation.

Within his Chaos Limitless Great Path, the Primordial Solar Great Path already possessed three Chaos Divine Form.

However, the four Great Path of Profound Darkness [the principle of profound shadow and cold], Source Earth [the foundational principle of earth and stability], Mixed Metal [the art of alloying and refining metals], and Life each only possessed two. To set foot into the Path Union Realm [the realm where multiple cultivation paths are unified], he was still one step short.

Eldrin Chen could indeed enter the Path Union Realm, and he had two methods to achieve this Path Union.

The first method was to directly use the Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame Great Path [the supreme path of the primordial sun and heavenly flames] to ascend to the Path Union Realm.

This was the simplest path, as this Great Path was already a unified whole. He merely needed to consume a single Path Union Pill [a legendary pill that aids in unifying disparate cultivation paths], and the breakthrough would be virtually assured.

The second method was to take one Chaos Divine Form [a divine manifestation born from primordial chaos] from each of the Primordial Solar, Profound Darkness, Source Earth, Mixed Metal, and Life paths, and fuse them into a Path Union-level Chaos Limitless Great Path.

Should this path succeed, Eldrin Chen's cultivation in the Great Path would soar to the heavens in a single step. Bolstered solely by the immense power of his Chaos Limitless Great Path, his combat prowess would directly reach the pinnacle of the Path Union Realm.

However, the second method was far more domineering, and the difficulty of the breakthrough was correspondingly greater.

With his current cultivation at the Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator] realm, Eldrin Chen could, for now, only fuse a single strand of the Chaos Limitless Great Path [a supreme divine ability born from primordial chaos]. Furthermore, the chance of successful fusion did not exceed thirty percent.

Even with the aid of the Path Union Flower [a miraculous herb that aids in merging cultivation paths], the true probability of success likely still fell short of fifty percent.

"The potential of the Chaos Limitless Great Path is boundless, holding even the possibility of stepping beyond the Sovereign [the pinnacle realm of cultivation] realm. I will absolutely not abandon this path."

Eldrin Chen murmured these words within his heart, his resolve quickly solidifying.

Yet he did not immediately attempt his breakthrough. Instead, he strode across the Boundless Chaos [the formless, primordial expanse before creation] and arrived before the ruins of a Chaos [primordial, undifferentiated state of existence] era.

"The Chaos Forbidden Land, the Profound Heaven Ruins."

Gazing upon the Profound Heaven Ruins before him, a faint ripple stirred within Eldrin Chen's eyes.

Long ago, when he had ventured into these ruins, the Ruins Spirit [the sentient guardian spirit of an ancient site] had spoken of a Path Union [the realm where one's cultivation paths merge into one] level opportunity left here. It had instructed him to return and seek it before attempting his breakthrough into that very realm.

Now, on the cusp of his advancement, a profound intuition told Eldrin Chen that this fated opportunity might aid him in mastering the Chaos Limitless Great Path.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen took a single step through the void, crossing the threshold into the depths of the Profound Heaven Ruins.

Unbeknownst to all, the combat prowess of Eldrin Chen had already stepped into the ranks of the top-tier Path Union Realm [the realm where one's cultivated path merges with the fundamental laws of the world]. The once unfathomably deep Profound Heaven Ruins [a legendary and perilous ancient ruin] could no longer contain him.

After all, that Profound Heaven Supreme's cultivation base was merely at the peak of the Supreme Realm [a high-level cultivation stage], his strength likely not surpassing Eldrin Chen's current level by much.

At this moment, as Eldrin Chen cleaved through the firmament and arrived, he immediately stirred the spirit of the Profound Heaven Ruins.

The Ruins Spirit [the sentient guardian consciousness of the ancient ruins], upon seeing Eldrin Chen, could not help but exclaim in astonishment, "In merely two Kalpa Tribulation [cosmic cycles of immense duration, often billions of years], you have actually ascended to such a realm?"

"It is only due to the empowerment of the Space-Time Divine Form [a supreme divine ability granting mastery over space and time] that such marvels are possible,"

Eldrin Chen replied calmly, then strode forward to stand before the Ruins Spirit.

The Ruins Spirit regarded him for a long moment before finally retrieving a jade case and handing it to Eldrin Chen.

"This is a treasure left behind by my master. It should prove of considerable use in your cultivation of the Path Union Realm."

"A Limitless Immortal Pill [a legendary pill said to grant boundless potential]? No... this pill feels somewhat peculiar."

Upon opening the case, Eldrin Chen could not suppress a flicker of surprise.

Within the Glazed jade box rested a single Immortal Pill [a supreme elixir forged with immortal techniques], shimmering with a ten-colored immortal radiance.

"You recognize this pill?"

The Ruins Spirit [the sentient guardian spirit of the ancient ruins] showed surprise, then shook its head. "This is not the Limitless Immortal Pill [the legendary Chaos Sovereign-level elixir], but the Lesser Limitless Immortal Pill [a lesser, yet still immensely potent, variant of the legendary elixir]."

Then, the Ruins Spirit began to explain. "In ancient times, the Patriarch of the Immortal Path [the progenitor of the primary cultivation methodology], sensing the profound difficulty of the Limitless Great Path [the ultimate cultivation journey toward boundless power], collaborated with his disciple, the Alchemy Ancestor 'Furnace,' to create a supreme method for refining an Immortal Pill."

"That pill was named the Limitless Immortal Pill. It is a supreme Immortal Pill of the Chaos Sovereign [a realm of power bordering on the primordial and absolute] level."

"Legend states that a being at the half-step Limitless Realm [the threshold before achieving true boundlessness], upon consuming this Limitless pill, would gain a thirty percent chance of a breakthrough into the Limitless Sovereign Realm [the sovereign state of true boundlessness]."

"However, the Limitless Immortal Pill is exceedingly rare in this world. Its refinement requires gathering three hundred and sixty-five types of Chaos Spirit Herb [spiritual plants imbued with primordial chaos energy], plus one top-grade Chaos Spirit Herb—the Limitless Flower [the Chaos Spirit Herb 'Limitless Flower']—before the alchemical furnace can even be lit."

"Even the legendary Nameless Path Ancestor [the ancient, nameless progenitor of the Path] succeeded in refining only three batches in his time."

"Most crucially, each batch yields only a single pill. The cost, one might say, is beyond measure."

"The reason the venerable senior 'Furnace' from the Heavenly Furnace Grotto-Heaven [a secluded paradise realm centered around a celestial alchemical furnace] was able to attempt an assault on the Sovereign Realm was precisely because he participated in the refinement of the Limitless Immortal Pill and was rewarded with a genuine pill."

"Later, the Nameless Path Ancestor vanished, and the 'Furnace' of the Alchemy Ancestor also fell within the Chaos. The method for refining the Limitless Immortal Pill was subsequently lost."

The Ruins Spirit [the sentient consciousness of an ancient ruin] recounted the tale and finally spoke again: "With the Limitless Immortal Pill lost to time, later generations, using it as a reference, created the method for the 'Lesser Limitless Immortal Pill'."

"The medicinal potency of the Lesser Limitless Immortal Pill is less than one-tenth that of the true Limitless Immortal Pill, yet it still holds significant utility for attempting a breakthrough to the Half-Step Limitless Realm."

"In the past, my master, Profound Heaven Supreme, sought out the Lesser Limitless Immortal Pill. He intended to use it to step into the Half-Step Limitless Realm in one decisive move after first cultivating his Primordial Spirit to the Path Union Primordial Spirit stage. Alas..."

The Ruins Spirit let out a soft sigh, a trace of helplessness coloring its expression.

Eldrin Chen now understood the full story. The Profound Heaven Supreme of old was a figure of extraordinary power, formidable even among Pinnacle Supreme cultivators. He was a mere half-step away from entering the Half-Step Limitless Realm.

Regrettably, his Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator] was not sufficiently refined. Relying solely on the Lesser Limitless Immortal Pill, he lacked the confidence for a successful breakthrough. Therefore, he planned to first advance to Path Union Primordial Spirit before attempting to assail the Half-Step Limitless realm.

Had it not been for the Chaos Sovereign obstructing his path, Profound Heaven Supreme would likely have succeeded. He would have become a Half-Step Limitless Powerhouse, one of the mightiest beings beneath the true Sovereign realm, his name resonating throughout the Boundless Chaos.

"A pity. The fate of Senior Profound Heaven was ill-starred. Otherwise, he might already have set foot upon the Half-Step Limitless path."

Eldrin Chen also felt a pang of regret. He then cupped his hands in a formal salute and declared, "This pill will be of great use to me as well. In the future, should I ever attain the Sovereign Realm, I vow to assist in the return of my friend, Profound Heaven."

"There is no need for such formalities."

The Ruins Spirit [the sentient guardian spirit of an ancient ruin] swiftly stepped aside. With the prior example of the Mysterious Heaven Mirror [a powerful enchanted artifact] shattering, he dared not accept such a grand gesture from Eldrin Chen.

He helped Eldrin Chen to his feet and then spoke, "I believe in your innate talent. Reaching the Sovereign Realm [the pinnacle realm of cultivation, representing supreme mastery] will be as natural as water flowing downhill."

"In the future, we may yet rely on your favor. There is truly no need for such ceremony."

Eldrin Chen nodded, understanding that this Ruins Spirit had likely discerned something profound about him. Otherwise, he would not have gifted such a priceless treasure as the Lesser Limitless Immortal Pill [a legendary elixir that aids in breaking through cultivation bottlenecks].

Thus, without further words, after bidding farewell to Eldrin Chen, he returned to the depths of the Returning Abyss Primordial Domain [a primordial and ancient realm of profound mysteries].

Upon arriving at the Returning Abyss Grotto-Heaven [a secluded paradise within the Returning Abyss Primordial Domain], Eldrin Chen emerged from his Seclusion Chamber [a specially prepared chamber for deep meditation and cultivation] and retrieved three extraordinary items: the Lesser Limitless Immortal Pill, the Path Union Pill [an elixir designed to facilitate the union of one's cultivation paths], and the Path Union Flower [a rare spiritual herb with similar path-unifying properties].

All three treasures possessed the effect of aiding a breakthrough to the Path Union [a critical cultivation stage where one's disparate cultivation paths merge into a unified whole]. However, the Path Union Flower and the Path Union Pill conflicted with each other; only one could be consumed for the breakthrough attempt.

Considering that the Path Union Pill was more effective, and that the Path Union Flower was also a key ingredient for refining the Lesser Limitless Immortal Pill, Eldrin Chen carefully stored the Path Union Flower away.

The remaining Lesser Limitless Immortal Pill and Path Union Pill both retained their power to assist in breaking through to the Path Union.

Among them, the medicinal potency of the Lesser Limitless Immortal Pill [a supreme-grade pill that aids in breaking through to the Half-Step Limitless Realm] is astonishingly powerful. It is typically used as a Supreme Precious Pill [a pill of the highest grade] to assist in breaking through the Half-Step Limitless [a transitional state just below the true Limitless Realm]. Using it to break through to the Path Union Supreme [the supreme realm where one's cultivated Paths fully merge] would be an egregious waste of a celestial treasure.

However, Eldrin Chen's Chaos Limitless Great Path [his supreme cultivation art born from Primordial Chaos] is far too formidable. Relying solely on a Path Union Pill [a pill designed to aid in Path fusion] might provide insufficient medicinal force. Using this Lesser Limitless Immortal Pill would likely be just right.

"I shall use the Lesser Limitless Immortal Pill first. If it proves sufficient, I will save one Path Union Pill."

Thus, without hesitation, Eldrin Chen retrieved the Lesser Limitless Immortal Pill and began refining the pill to initiate his breakthrough.

"Boom—"

The moment he swallowed the Lesser Limitless Immortal Pill, Eldrin Chen felt a surge of staggering medicinal power assail him. The five Great Path [supreme cultivation laws] within his body were stirred into mutual resonance, beginning to slowly converge as if yearning to fuse into one.

Seizing the opportunity, Eldrin Chen channeled the power of his Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a high-level cultivator] to its absolute limit, exerting full control over the Returning Abyss Furnace [his core magical treasure, a furnace of profound mystery] to merge the five supreme Primordial Chaos Great Path [Paths born from the Primordial Chaos].

An immeasurable length of time seemed to pass. Then, with a world-shaking roar, the five supreme Great Path finally merged completely, transforming into a single, majestic, and boundless Chaos Supreme Great Path [the ultimate Path born from the fusion of Primordial Chaos laws].

"Primordial Chaos Limitless, Path Union Supreme."

"Within the Primordial Chaos Secret Realm [a hidden realm of ancient, untamed chaos], through bitter cultivation spanning countless Kalpa Tribulation [cosmic cycles of immense duration], I have finally attained this realm."