Chapter 265. Refining the Golden Core Formation Pill (Spiritual Object) Again

Even if he only broke through to the False Core Realm (Cultivation Realm), his strength would surge dramatically, making him equivalent to 3 Purple Palace, Late Stage (Cultivation Realm) cultivators.

With a significant boost in strength, the likelihood of making meritorious contributions during the next Beast Tide would increase, and the chances of obtaining Core Formation treasures would grow substantially.

After the crowd had dispersed, Eldrin turned to Lyra and couldn’t help but ask, “With such a decisive victory, should we attempt to assault the Earth Lion Ridge?”

"There is no chance."

Lyra shook her head. Since her surprise attack on Earthlion Ridge during the last beast tide, the Earthlion Demon King had soul-searched and devoted himself to studying formation arrays.

Yet this was still not enough. He paid a hefty price to enlist experts under the command of the Green Flood Dragon Demon Emperor (Demon Beast), deploying a fourth-rank formation across the Earth Lion Ridge using fourth-rank magical treasures.

That formation was, after all, guarded by the Earth Lion King—a Golden Core, Mid Stage (Cultivation Realm) powerhouse. Even with Lyra's (Person Name) extraordinary abilities, breaching it proved nearly impossible.

Eldrin was no stranger to that formation. Hearing Lyra declare it impenetrable, he understood it was likely far more troublesome than anticipated.

Changing the subject, Lyra (Person Name) said with a smile, "Accompany me in refining a few batches of pills."

"Very well."

Eldrin nodded slightly.

To refine a fourth-rank pill, it is best to have the aid of a fourth-rank subterranean fire vein.

The 2 entrusted Scorched Sun Mountain (Location) to Xavier (Person Name) to oversee, then rode their swords back to Green Sun Mountain (Location).

Lyra did not immediately refine the Golden Core Formation Pill (Spiritual Object), choosing instead to begin with crafting the Violet Mist Cloud-Veined Elixir. With Eldrin (Person Name)'s current alchemy prowess, he now possessed sufficient confidence to successfully refine this particular pill.

However, if he were to attempt the refinement himself, the success rate would likely be rather dismal. To avoid wasting the Purple Sun Jade, it would be better to let Lyra (Person Name) personally handle the alchemical process.

Over the years, Lyra's alchemy skills had advanced further, reaching the Mid-Fourth Tier. Crafting the Violet Mist Cloud-Patterned Pills was now effortless for her, and she actually produced as many as 7 pills in this batch.

After obtaining 7 Purple Aura Cloud Pattern Pills, Lyra reserved 1 for the Wang Family and gave the remaining 6 to Eldrin.

Eldrin understood these were intended for the old clan leader and himself, yet he handed 3 back. "A dozen or so should suffice. Your cultivation now demands substantial resources, and spirit stones will remain scarce for you in the days to come."

"You've learned to care for me as well."

Lyra (Person Name) smiled cheerfully, yet she declined the offer. "You should use them first," she replied with a light laugh. "Just bring back whatever spirit stones remain in the end."

Hearing her words, Eldrin then retrieved all 6 of them.

As they spoke, the 2 began refining the Golden Core Formation Pill (Spiritual Object). This was Lyra (Person Name)'s second time crafting the Golden Core Formation Pill (Spiritual Object).

The Green Sun Sect's herb garden had accumulated resources for over a 1000 years, housing 6 or 7 high-grade spiritual herbs. Among them grew a Celestial Heart Grass—the core ingredient for the Golden Core Formation Pill (Spiritual Object)—saving Lyra (Person Name) from spending spirit stones to acquire it.

50 years had passed, and her alchemy skills had improved significantly. Now, as she refined the Golden Core Formation Pill (Spiritual Object) once more, it felt almost effortless, like water flowing naturally into its course.

After working together for a full month, the 2 finally completed the refinement of this inner elixir, successfully producing 3 Golden Core Formation Pills (Spiritual Object).

3.

A look of delight crossed Eldrin's face. The creative energy within a Golden Core, Early Stage demon king's inner core was limited—generally speaking, it could only refine 3 or 4 Golden Core Formation Pills at most.

Lyra's ability to refine 3 pills demonstrated her truly astonishing talent.

Observing the 3 Golden Core Formation Pills (Spiritual Object), Eldrin (Person Name) pondered briefly before finally inquiring, "Among these Golden Core Formation Pills (Spiritual Object), how many do you intend to sell?"

The Golden Core Formation Pill (Spiritual Object) has a preservation period of at least 1 100 years. Had Lyra (Person Name) kept it in her possession, even the old clan leader might have found use for it.

Lyra (Person Name) pondered for a moment before saying, "Our strength remains somewhat insufficient. Had we more Golden Core cultivators, we might have slain dozens of Golden Core beasts."

"Therefore, I intend to utilize these few Golden Core Formation Pills (Spiritual Object) as swiftly as possible."

Eldrin's eyes flickered slightly. There were a total of 3 Golden Core Formation Pills. Setting aside the 1 Elara would use, 2 would still be available for trade.

Moreover, her cultivation had now reached the Golden Core, Mid Stage, and she still needed to accumulate resources for her future advancement.

After all, whether it was the resources consumed by her cultivation, the "Chaos-Breaking Elixir of Returning to the Origin" required to break through to Golden Core, Mid Stage (Cultivation Realm), or the resources of the 5 Elements' essence needed after the breakthrough—all constituted a massive and exorbitant expenditure.

At this thought, Eldrin nodded and said, "Both the Xu and Fang families have been established for hundreds of years. If they are willing to expend their accumulated resources, they should each be able to acquire a Golden Core Formation Pill (Spiritual Object)."

"With these 2 sums of spirit stones, it's enough for you to purchase 2 Return to Origin Tribulation-Transcending Pills."

Having successfully refined the Golden Core Formation Pill (Spiritual Object), the 2 did not emerge from seclusion immediately.

Eldrin produced the quasi-fourth-grade inner elixir, his expression grave as he declared, "I intend to refine this into a Sub-Golden Pellet."

Sub-Golden Elixir is also a type of medicinal pill that assists in breaking through to the Golden Core stage.

Although this pill cannot compare to the Golden Core Formation Pill (Spiritual Object), it can store vast amounts of spiritual power, increasing a cultivator's chances of achieving Core Formation by 10 percent.

However, refining this elixir required the inner core of a False Core great demon, and a single core could only produce 1 Sub-Golden Elixir. Generally speaking, ordinary Zi Palace cultivators simply had no such opportunity.

Refining the External Elixir was not overly difficult, roughly equivalent to a top-grade Tier 3 pill. Thus, Eldrin believed he had significant confidence in succeeding and wished to request Lyra's assistance in concocting this elixir.

"This time, Uncle has gained no small opportunity by obtaining this pill."

Lyra gazed at the fourth-stage inner elixir, a flicker of amusement gleaming in her eyes.

She understood Eldrin's (Person Name) attachment to the Elder Uncle, and knew this fellow would likely spare no effort in helping him advance further.

Undeniably, Eldrin's profound appreciation for emotional bonds and his nature of repaying a drop of kindness with a flood of gratitude were also crucial factors that earned him her exceptional regard.

Eldrin was no rigid traditionalist, yet he held a genuine kindness toward those who had cared for him, always repaying their goodwill to the best of his ability.

"Let us begin."

Eldrin smiled faintly. Had the Elder Uncle not remained stagnant at the Purple Palace, Late Stage, he would have undoubtedly secured a Golden Core Formation Pill for the Patriarch.

Although the family's accumulated resources over the years couldn't compare to the Xu and Fang clans, the clan treasury still contained a considerable number of spirit stones. If they mortgaged part of their spirit vein and earth vein assets, with clan members each contributing their share, purchasing 1 Golden Core Formation Pill (Spiritual Object) wouldn't be an issue.

The refinement of the Sub-Golden Elixir proceeded smoothly, without encountering any significant turbulence.

With Lyra (Person Name) standing guard nearby, even if an accident occurred, she would be capable of remedying the situation, preventing the destruction of this fourth-grade inner elixir. Thus, Eldrin (Person Name) handled the process flawlessly, free from any concerns.

Sub-Golden Core.

Gazing at the quasi-Golden Core before her, a faint smile graced Lyra's lips. "Your alchemy has advanced to high-tier Grade 3 with such remarkable speed. It seems you might catch up to me in just over 1 100 years."

"1 100 years from now, I'm afraid your alchemy skills will have reached the upper fourth tier."

Eldrin shook his head with a light laugh, "Lyra possesses extraordinary natural talent—she would never remain stagnant either."

When news spread that Lyra (Person Name) had successfully refined the Golden Core Formation Pill (Spiritual Object) and intended to sell 2 of them within the Celestial Ruins Alliance, the prominent families across Border Province were utterly ecstatic.

The Fang Immortal Clan (Organization) and the Xu Immortal Clan immediately took action, sparing no effort to gather spirit stones in hopes of purchasing this hard-won Golden Core Formation Pill (Spiritual Object).

Chapter 1: The Reborn Eldrin The air in the Nether Abyss trembled as a crimson streak tore across the ashen sky. Upon a jagged cliff stood a figure in azure robes, his sleeves billowing in the sulfurous wind. This was Eldrin, once the youngest Nascent Soul cultivator of the Azure Cloud Sect, now a lone survivor in this desolate realm. "9 Revolutions of the Heavenly Dao..." Eldrin murmured, his fingers tracing the ancient symbols carved into the obsidian tablet before him. The inscriptions glowed with ethereal light, pulsing like a celestial heartbeat. A thunderous roar echoed through the valley as spatial ripples distorted the atmosphere. From the swirling vortex emerged 3 figures clad in golden armor - the Heavenly Execution Squad of the Imperial Clan. "Eldrin! Your rebellion ends here!" The lead executioner brandished his blazing spear, its tip gathering destructive energy capable of shattering mountains. Eldrin's lips curved into a faint smile. "You seek my Core Formation cultivation? Come and claim it." His hands moved in esoteric patterns, summoning the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss. The legendary blade materialized in crimson flames, its edge humming with primordial power. [System Alert: Host's spiritual energy reserves at 32,000 units. Activating 9-Layered Heavenly Shield.] A translucent barrier enveloped Eldrin just as the executioners launched their assault. 3 golden beams converged upon him, each containing the force of 10 1000 lightning strikes. "The third layer of Nascent Soul cultivation?" The lead executioner's eyes widened. "Impossible! You were at Core Formation mere decades ago!" Eldrin's gaze turned distant, remembering his previous life as a modern physicist who had transmigrated into this world. The laws of quantum entanglement he'd studied now manifested as cultivation techniques. "Dao follows nature, yet transcends it," he whispered, channeling energy through his meridians. "What you see as magic, I see as multidimensional physics." He snapped his fingers. Space itself fractured around the executioners. Their golden armor cracked like eggshells under gravitational forces they couldn't comprehend. "How...?" The lead executioner choked, blood trickling from his lips. "Your sect seeks to control the Dao," Eldrin said calmly. "But the Dao cannot be controlled, only understood." With another gesture, he activated the complete 9 Revolutions technique. The obsidian tablet behind him erupted in brilliant light, projecting celestial runes that woven into a cosmic tapestry above. The executioners' bodies disintegrated into motes of light, their cultivation bases absorbed by the swirling symbols. [System: Cultivation base increased. Current stage - Fourth Layer Nascent Soul. Spirit stones acquired: 128,000.] Eldrin gazed toward the horizon where the Imperial Capital lay. Somewhere in that opulent palace, the Emperor who had destroyed his sect awaited. "1 100 years had passed since my rebirth," he murmured. "The debt of blood shall be repaid." He vanished in a swirl of cherry blossoms, leaving only the whispering wind and the fading glow of celestial patterns. Somewhere in the distance, a phoenix cried, heralding the storm to come.