Chapter 470 : A Vast Cultivation World Unveiled

"Is that so?"

Eldrin Chen nodded, once again feeling profoundly awed by the sheer vastness of this world's Cultivation World [the realm where cultivators pursue immortality and power].

Merely the Three Veins Ancient Domain [an ancient and expansive region] already encompassed a hundred continents, and yet this Three Veins Ancient Domain was but a tiny corner of the Eastern Wastelands [the vast and untamed eastern wilderness].

Faced with such an immense ancient realm, even a Peerless True Lord [a supreme cultivator of immense power] capable of rending mountains for a thousand Li-length [one Li-length equals five hundred meters] with a single strike was nothing more than an ant before Heaven and Earth, not even enough to cause a slight itch.

Pushing these thoughts down, Eldrin Chen looked at Zixu the Daoist and asked, "Might I inquire when the next True Lord Barter Convention [a grand gathering where high-level cultivators trade rare treasures] on the Qingluan Continent [the Azure Simurgh Continent] is scheduled to convene?"

"Calculating based on the timing..."

Zixu the Daoist counted on his fingers for a moment before replying, "It should be in approximately thirty-some years. We can journey there together when the time comes."

"Excellent. I shall trouble you to guide us then," Eldrin Chen said with a light shake of his head and a smile.

At this point, Eldrin Chen recalled the matter of establishing a nation and proceeded to inform Zixu the Daoist about it.

After explaining the situation, he added with a smile, "Currently, we still possess two Fourth Rank Spirit Mountain [mountains imbued with powerful spiritual energy, suitable for high-level cultivation] that we wish to sell to Golden Core True Person [cultivators who have formed a Golden Core, a solidified mass of spiritual power] who are willing and in need of establishing their own Immortal Clan [a family or lineage dedicated to cultivation and seeking immortality]." For more chapters, visit audio–novel.com for the complete novel.

"Your Heavenly Lake Continent is a gathering place for Rogue Cultivator [cultivators not affiliated with any major clan or sect]. I wonder if there are any trustworthy candidates you can recommend?"

Zixu the Daoist's brow twitched slightly, and a smile appeared on his face. "I have two candidates in mind, Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for a fellow cultivator]. Please wait a moment."

As he spoke, he sent out several streaks of spiritual light. Not long after, three figures arrived at the pavilion.

The three were two men and one woman. Upon seeing Zixu the Daoist, they quickly cupped their hands in salute. Then, they nodded towards Eldrin Chen before turning their attention back to Zixu the Daoist and asking, "May we ask why the True Person [a title for a Golden Core realm cultivator] has summoned us?"

"Let's not rush to business. Allow me to make introductions first."

Zixu the Daoist began, pointing at Eldrin Chen. "This is the Ji Continent Sword Immortal, Eldrin Chen. I presume you have heard of him."

"The Ji Continent Sword Immortal?"

The three were visibly shaken. They rose to their feet, somewhat unsettled, and promptly bowed deeply. "So it is Fellow Daoist Chen in person. Our apologies for our earlier lack of respect."

"There is no need for such formalities." Eldrin Chen gestured with a raised hand, his tone calm and even.

A person's reputation is like the shadow of a great tree. Eldrin Chen had slain a Nascent Soul Demon Emperor [a demonic beast ruler at the Nascent Soul realm], and his prestige now even surpassed that of Zixu the Daoist. A figure of such stature would be treated as an equal even by a True Lord [a title for a Nascent Soul realm cultivator]. No wonder the three True Persons felt so uneasy in his presence.

Zixu the Daoist gestured for the group to be seated, then introduced them to Eldrin Chen, saying, "These are all Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for fellow cultivators] who have resided on Heavenly Lake Island for many years. Their character and virtue are also most reliable."

As Zixu the Daoist made the introductions, Eldrin Chen gained a general understanding of the three individuals' circumstances.

All three were Rogue Cultivator [cultivators not affiliated with any major clan or sect]. The one with the highest cultivation was a white-haired elder named 'Ryusen the True Person'. He was now over seven hundred years old, with a cultivation base at the Golden Core Seventh Layer.

At such an advanced age, Ryusen the True Person held almost no hope of breaking through to the Nascent Soul [the realm of spiritual essence formation]. However, he had amassed a considerable fortune over the years and, in his twilight years, wished to establish a new Golden Core [the realm of solidified spiritual core] sect.

The other two were a married couple. The man was named Sora Yu, and his cultivation was also at the Golden Core, Mid Stage.

His Dao Companion [a cultivator's lifelong partner] was a young and beautiful woman who went by the title Azure Dipper Immortal Maiden. Her cultivation was slightly weaker, but she had still reached the Golden Core, Early Stage.

Sora Yu and his wife had been Dao Companions for many years, supporting each other all the way to the Golden Core realm. Their journey, while not without its perils, had been relatively smooth. However, their lineage had now grown increasingly vast.

By this point, the annual cost of leasing a Spirit Vein [a natural conduit of spiritual energy] for their clan, accumulated over the years, had become a massive expenditure.

Seeing that continuing down this path was unsustainable, they too had begun to consider purchasing a Spirit Mountain [a mountain imbued with potent spiritual energy]. However, Fourth Rank Spirit Mountain [a high-grade spiritual mountain] within the Heavenly Lake Continent were exorbitantly expensive, often costing tens of millions of Spirit Stone [a mineral that stores and radiates spiritual energy]. They could not readily produce such a sum.

After listening, Eldrin Chen nodded and said, "I have now secured a Fifth Rank Spirit Vein [a supreme-grade spiritual energy source] and established a new cultivation nation."

"I have several Spirit Mountain [a mountain imbued with concentrated spiritual energy, ideal for cultivation] under my command that still lack cultivators to develop them. Would you be willing to take over a Fourth Rank Spirit Mountain [a high-grade spiritual mountain suitable for powerful cultivators or clans] from me?"

Upon hearing this, all of them showed expressions of keen interest. Sora Yu couldn't help but ask, "May I inquire, True Person, at what price are you willing to sell your Spirit Mountain?"

"For both the Spirit Mountain and its Earth Vein [a subterranean channel of concentrated earthly spiritual energy], I'll offer them at half price."

Eldrin Chen stated. This price was truly tempting, promising to save them hundreds of thousands, even millions, of Spirit Stone [a mineral that stores and radiates spiritual energy, used as currency and for cultivation].

As expected, Ryusen the True Person was swayed. Having lost hope of breaking through to the Nascent Soul [the realm where a cultivator forms an independent spiritual entity, a major milestone] realm, the wealth he had accumulated over the years was already quite substantial.

If he could purchase a Fourth Rank Spirit Mountain and its Earth Vein, he could recoup the cost within a few centuries of management. Moreover, it would allow him to bequeath a Deep-Seated Foundation [a profound and stable foundation for a clan or sect, ensuring long-term prosperity] to his disciples and lineage. This chapter is part of a larger work available at www . audio-novel.com.

Thinking this, Ryusen the True Person spoke up, "I am willing to make the purchase. However, my reserves of Spirit Stone are insufficient. May I use Magical Treasure [an enchanted artifact used by cultivators, often with powerful abilities] for payment?"

"That is acceptable."

Eldrin Chen nodded and produced a topographic map for Ryusen the True Person to make his selection.

After examining it, Ryusen the True Person pointed to the Heavenly Vessel Mountain Range [a mountain range renowned for its peaks that resemble celestial ships] and said with a smile, "I will take this Heavenly Vessel Mountain."

"You have a discerning eye indeed."

Eldrin Chen smiled. Though the Heavenly Boat Mountain was currently remote and desolate, it was an untapped Spirit Mountain [a mountain imbued with potent spiritual energy], a rare treasure of pristine natural beauty.

Moreover, within the Spirit Mountain lay a Fifth Rank [a high-level classification for spiritual resources] earth-attribute Earth Vein [a subterranean channel of concentrated earth-element spiritual energy]. One could say that once developed, this Heavenly Boat Mountain Range could become the very foundation for an enduring Sect [a formal organization of cultivators] legacy.

Ryusen the True Person said nothing more. He simply produced two Fourth Rank Magical Treasure [powerful enchanted artifacts] and a sum of Spirit Stone [a mineral that stores and radiates spiritual energy, used as currency and for cultivation], and proceeded to implant a Spirit Vein [a concentrated source of spiritual energy within the earth] into the Heavenly Boat Mountain.

He also wished to purchase the Earth Vein within the Heavenly Boat Mountain, but his reserves of Spirit Stone and surplus treasures were insufficient. With no other choice, he gritted his teeth and offered a highly valuable Supreme Grade Magical Treasure [a top-tier enchanted artifact] to buy this earth-attribute Earth Vein from Eldrin Chen.

Having acquired several treasures and a substantial amount of Spirit Stone, Eldrin Chen wore a look of satisfaction.

Together, a Fourth Rank Spirit Vein [a high-grade spiritual energy source] and an Earth Vein had fetched over ten million Spirit Stone, a considerable sum even for him.

While developing the Earth Vein himself would have been more profitable in the long run, it would have required several centuries to recoup the investment and a significant workforce.

Currently, the Chen Clan was short on manpower and already possessed several Fifth Rank Spirit Mountain. It was more practical to sell this one for Spirit Stone to purchase Five Elements Essence [a refined spiritual essence containing the power of the five elements] and other high-grade treasures.

After concluding the sale of the Heavenly Boat Mountain Range, Eldrin Chen turned his gaze to the couple, Sora Yu. "What about you two? Do you wish to acquire the remaining Spirit Vein?"

"Might the True Person allow us some time to consider?" Sora Yu said with a bitter smile.

"You may." Eldrin Chen nodded. Having sold a Spirit Vein [a natural conduit of spiritual energy within the earth], his mood had improved considerably. He continued, "I shall remain on Heavenly Lake Island until the conclusion of the Grand Dao Discourse Assembly. Should you wish to purchase a Spirit Mountain [a mountain imbued with potent spiritual energy], you may seek me out during this period."

"Our gratitude."

The couple, Sora Yu, offered a slight bow and then turned to withdraw.

Having settled these matters, Eldrin Chen also took his leave from Zixu the Daoist and returned to the Cultivation Cave [a secluded abode for meditation and cultivation] he had rented to continue his cultivation.

Time flowed swiftly onward, and the Grand Dao Discourse Assembly, held once every Sixty-Year Cycle [a complete cycle of sixty years], convened on Heavenly Lake Continent as scheduled.

This iteration of the Grand Dao Discourse Assembly held no great deviations from the norm, save for one distinction: the members of the Ji Continent Chen Clan shone with exceptional brilliance. Find this and other novels at http://www . audio-novel.com.