Chapter 207 Lila (Person Name) Builds Foundation

The ingredients for the Marrow Essence Elixir were scarce, and Eldrin had only managed to refine 2 batches. Fortunately, these 2 batches yielded a total of 11 pills—an unexpected delight.

After refining these pills, he did not delay any further. Riding his sword, he flew directly back to Verdant Chariot Mountain (Location) and deposited these second-rank treasure pills into the clan treasury.

Upon hearing the news, the clan elders with sufficient contribution points immediately exchanged for the precious elixirs with great delight. As for elders like Nianzhen and Nianfeng who lacked enough contribution points, they hurriedly sought out other elders to borrow from 1 another.

The allure of these treasures was simply irresistible. For instance, the Marrow Essence Elixir would cost 2,000 spirit stones to acquire elsewhere, yet within the clan, 1 could exchange merit equivalents for merely 1,200 spirit stones' worth.

The Green Origin Pill was also available at the base cost of just 1,600 merit points. This was the greatest advantage for cultivators within high-ranking immortal clans—when valuable resources emerged, they were prioritized at discounted rates to nurture their own members. Only when no internal demand remained would such treasures be sold externally at premium prices.

Those rogue cultivators wishing to purchase such treasures would not only have to pay exorbitant prices but often found them utterly inaccessible. Back in the day, Eldrin had to traverse over a 100 1000 miles all the way to Scorched Sun Mountain in Yang Province just to acquire a single Azure Origin Pill.

Jade Marrow Elixir, Green Origin Elixir.

"This old man now has hope of breaking through to the Foundation Establishment, Late Stage (Cultivation Realm)."

Lior (Person Name) immediately exchanged for 1 Marrow Jade Elixir (Pill), then acquired 2 more Verdant Origin Pills (Pill), unable to contain his excitement as he exclaimed.

He had broken through to the 6th Layer of Foundation Establishment (Cultivation Realm) a few years prior, originally believing it would take 7 or 8 more years to even approach the threshold of Foundation Establishment, Late Stage (Cultivation Realm). Never did he expect such fortune to arrive so abruptly.

With this Marrow Jade Pill and 2 Green Origin Pills, he now had a 60 to 70 percent certainty of breaking through to Foundation Establishment, Late Stage.

At this thought, he excitedly grasped Eldrin’s hand and said gratefully, “You and the clan leader risked your lives fighting desperately against the demonic tribes on the front lines, while we reaped the rewards safely in the rear.”

"I am truly unworthy of such generosity."

"Uncle Lior, you flatter me too much." Eldrin helped him up, smiling gently as he spoke. "How could we march off to battle with peace of mind without you holding the rear?"

"If you wish to be of assistance to us, you'd be better off cultivating diligently. Should you break through to the Violet Mansion realm someday, you might actually prove somewhat useful."

Eldrin was acutely aware of his current circumstances. Born with a Triple Spiritual Root, his cultivation speed paled in comparison to prodigies like Lior and the former clan chief, who both possessed Dual Spiritual Roots.

A Foundation Establishment cultivator with a triple spiritual root, possessing only a single life-bound magical treasure and no external aids, would typically require 40 years to break through a single layer of cultivation.

However, after he successfully forged the River of Heaven Ren Water Sword, he now possessed a total of 4 natal magic treasures. This would significantly slow down his cultivation speed—what originally took 40 years to advance a single level would now require a full 60 years.

There was a third-level spirit peach that could increase 1's cultivation by 10 years upon consumption. Since it could only be refined once every 3 years, it would take him approximately 18 years to break through a single layer of cultivation.

The cultivation speed of a Dantian cultivator with dual spiritual roots is significantly faster. Generally speaking, for someone like the old clan leader—a dual spiritual root cultivator with only 1 Life-Bound Magical Treasure—it would take approximately 30 years to break through a minor realm without relying on external aids to accelerate cultivation.

With Eldrin's full support, the old clan leader cultivated using spirit peaches and other resources, likely needing only about 10 years to break through 1 layer of Purple Mansion cultivation.

As could be foreseen, the old clan leader would cultivate at a faster pace than Eldrin within the Purple Mansion Realm—and even Lior and the others might achieve the same.

However, the old patriarch’s foundation could not compare to Eldrin (Person Name), and his chances of breaking through to the Golden Core realm were merely 10 percent. Even with the aid of Core Formation treasures, his odds would likely only rise to 30 percent—still far too low a probability.

Eldrin now had at least a 30 percent chance of breaking through to the Golden Core realm. With several of his life-bound magical treasures further refining his mana, their feedback had made his spiritual energy even more purified.

Moreover, the ability of the Nephrite Water Lotus Throne to store spiritual power increased his chances of success by an additional 20 percent. Even without relying on external aids, his certainty of breaking through to the Golden Core Realm was now at least 60 percent.

Although the Old Patriarch's cultivation speed was somewhat faster, once a breakthrough to the Golden Core failed, he would require 30 years of recuperation.

If 1’s luck was poor, or if their willpower, foundation, or purity of spiritual power fell even slightly short, they would end up like Elder Mo of the False Core Realm—exhausting centuries of accumulated effort through multiple attempts at a breakthrough, only to fall short at the final, critical step.

Thus, by comparison, Eldrin's future appeared far more promising.

For Lior, it was now a life free of burdens. He cultivated with utmost diligence, possessed a dual spiritual root talent, and was now backed by the affluent Purple Mansion Immortal Clan.

At such a cultivation pace, perhaps in just 30-some years, when he reached his 100 and 20-some years of age, he could begin impacting the Purple Mansion realm. This would make him over a dozen years younger than when the old clan leader first attempted his breakthrough into the Purple Mansion.

To return to our story, after Eldrin had distributed the treasures, he rode his sword and flew back to Spirit Isle Lake.

Returning to Spirit Isle Lake (Location), he immediately witnessed a vortex of spiritual energy swirling violently as an aura grew steadily more powerful.

"Who is undergoing Foundation Establishment?"

Eldrin's eyes flickered, his pupils contracting slightly before he descended on his sword, alighting upon the heart of the lake island.

Silas (Person Name), who had been guarding outside the spirit pool, glanced at him and hurried forward to greet him.

"Uncle."

Eldrin nodded, a trace of concern in his voice as he asked, "Is it Lila?"

"Hmm." Chen Silas nodded, tugging at his sleeve as he said, "Uncle, rest assured. Lila has already passed the most critical stage. Her foundation establishment is now complete."

"This girl."

Eldrin felt a sliver of relief, yet a lingering dread gripped his heart.

Although the clan had quite a few Foundation Establishment cultivators, none dared claim they could steadily advance to the Violet Mansion stage.

The Variant Spirit Root not only significantly increased the likelihood of breaking through to the Violet Mansion realm, but also boosted the chances of future Golden Core formation by 20 percent. This was almost equivalent to consuming a Golden Core Formation Pill (Spiritual Object), making 1 worthy of being called a golden core candidate.

Across the 3 prefectures under the entire Qingyang Sect's jurisdiction, including the sect itself, there were only 5 or 6 individuals with mutated spiritual roots, demonstrating how exceedingly rare such prodigies were.

If Lila (Person Name) were to perish at the threshold of Foundation Establishment, it would not only be the premature demise of a prodigious talent, but also an immense loss for the entire Border Province.

Moreover, having spent so many years with Lila, he had practically raised the girl with his own hands. If she were to perish just like that, he would grieve for a long time.

As the spiritual energy vortex gradually dissipated, Eldrin (Person Name) finally breathed a sigh of relief—he had successfully established his foundation at last.

Learning that Eldrin had returned, Lila emerged from her secluded cultivation immediately after her breakthrough. Overjoyed, she rushed forward and spoke affectionately.

"Uncle, I achieved Foundation Establishment on my own! Don't you think I'm remarkable?"

"Silly girl."

Eldrin gently ruffled her hair, his face lighting up with heartfelt relief. Having achieved Foundation Establishment on her own despite her unique spiritual root, Lila’s future was bound to shine brilliantly.

As a reward, Eldrin gifted Lila several superior-grade magic treasures, and even spent 2 months crafting 3 precious third-order spirit talismans using the harvested hide of the Purple Palace Demon Python for her protection.

Chapter 1: The Reborn Youth Mount Canglan, Outer Sect. A dilapidated wooden house stood silently in the mountain breeze. Inside, a pale youth of about 15 or 16 suddenly sat up on his bed, his eyes wide open, filled with shock and disbelief. "I've... been reborn?" He was Ye Chen, once the youngest Saint Realm expert of the Divine Continent, hailed as the War Saint of the East. A 100 years ago, he had entered the Forbidden Land of Gods and Demons in search of the legendary Immortal Realm, only to be ambushed by 9 supreme experts and perished at the peak of Mount Buzhou. Unexpectedly, a 100 years had passed, and he had been reborn in the body of a youth with the same name and surname. "This body is truly weak," Ye Chen shook his head with a bitter smile. The original owner had died from severe internal injuries inflicted by a fellow disciple. In this world where the strong preyed on the weak, without sufficient strength, 1 could only be trampled underfoot. "Since I've been reborn, I shall reach the pinnacle of the martial path in this lifetime and uncover the secrets of immortality!" Just as Ye Chen was lost in thought, the dilapidated wooden door was kicked open with a loud crash. 3 figures swaggered in. The leader, a pockmarked-faced youth, glanced disdainfully at Ye Chen on the bed and sneered, "You trash, you're not dead yet? Hand over this month's allocation of 3 spirit stones, and I, your daddy, might just let you live a little longer!" The 2 lackeys behind him burst into raucous laughter. Ye Chen's eyes turned cold. These 3 were the very ones who had beaten the original owner to death. In his past life, as the War Saint of the East, when had he ever been insulted by such lowly ants? "Scram!" he said coldly. The pockmarked-faced youth was momentarily stunned, then flew into a rage. "You trash, you actually dare to talk back? It seems the beating wasn't enough last time!" As he spoke, he stepped forward and threw a punch at Ye Chen's face. This punch carried the force of a 100 jin; if it landed, an ordinary person would be severely injured. But to Ye Chen, it was full of openings. He simply raised his hand and gently caught the pockmarked-faced youth's fist. "How is this possible?" The pockmarked-faced youth's expression changed dramatically. He tried to pull back, but Ye Chen's hand was like an iron vise, immovable. "Since you seek death, I shall grant your wish." A cold gleam flashed in Ye Chen's eyes. With a slight exertion of his wrist, a crisp cracking sound was heard. "Ah—!" The pockmarked-faced youth let out a blood-curdling scream, his entire arm bent at a bizarre angle. The 2 lackeys behind him were dumbfounded. Ye Chen paid them no mind. With a sweep of his leg, he sent the pockmarked-faced youth flying out of the wooden house. "You... just you wait!" The 2 lackeys, terrified, helped the pockmarked-faced youth up and fled in panic. Ye Chen did not pursue them. With his current physical condition, dealing with these 3 was already his limit. He needed to recover his strength as soon as possible. Sitting cross-legged on the bed, he began to operate the Heaven Swallowing Art. This was an ancient technique he had obtained by chance in his previous life, rumored to have the power to devour the heavens and the earth. It was precisely because of this technique that he had been hunted down by the 9 supreme experts. As the technique circulated, the surrounding spiritual energy surged toward him like a tidal wave. The originally weak body began to undergo a tremendous transformation under the nourishment of the spiritual energy. Time passed slowly, and when Ye Chen opened his eyes again, it was already dusk. A sharp light flashed in his eyes. "The first level of the Body Refining Realm." Although it was only the first level of the most basic Body Refining Realm, to Ye Chen, it was enough. In this outer sect, those at the first level of Body Refining were already considered experts. He took out the 3 spirit stones from his chest. These were his entire fortune. "With these 3 spirit stones, I should be able to break through to the second level of Body Refining." Just as Ye Chen was about to continue his cultivation, the door was kicked open again. "Ye Chen, you bastard, how dare you hurt my little brother? Come out and die!" A furious roar echoed at the door. Ye Chen frowned slightly. It seemed the trouble had come knocking already. But so what? In this life, he would follow his own heart and crush all who stood in his way!