Chapter 483 : The Perilous Outer Sea

"Outer Sea Territories?"

Upon hearing him mention the Outer Sea Territories, Hugo Lu's expression grew slightly grave.

He glanced at Eldrin Chen and took a deep breath before speaking. "To be perfectly honest, the situation in the outer seas' Cultivation World has deteriorated to an extreme degree."

"That region is now overrun with Demonic Monsters. Many sea territories that once belonged to the Human Race have been seized by these Demonic Monsters. Even a Nascent Soul True Lord would face considerable risk venturing rashly into the Demonic Monsters's domain."

"Furthermore, the Outer Sea Territories are separated from the inner seas by hundreds of millions of Li-lengths [one Li-length equals five hundred meters] of desolate, open ocean. There are almost no places to rest along the way. Not even the mana reserves of a Nascent Soul True Lord could sustain such an immense journey."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen furrowed his brow. Setting aside landmass, the Eastern Sea Cultivation World was vastly more expansive than the Eastern Wastelands.

Within this territory, the distance between two Fifth Rank Spirit Island could sometimes span tens of millions of Li-lengths [one Li-length equals five hundred meters] of ocean.

The desolate sea separating the outer and inner seas was particularly vast—large enough to contain several regions the size of the Three Rivers Ancient Domain. The spiritual energy [the vital energy that flows through all living things] in that expanse was exceedingly sparse.

Such an immense distance made direct crossing impossible, even for a Golden Core Cultivator, let alone a Nascent Soul True Lord.

In truth, even if one possessed sufficient mana to attempt the crossing, it would be perilous in the extreme. A cultivator's mana would be severely depleted, and there would be no suitable Spirit Mountain to serve as a resting point. This novel is serialized on audio-novel dot com. Visit for updates.

Moreover, once a cultivator's mana is depleted too greatly, they become highly vulnerable to being preyed upon by Demonic Monsters [powerful creatures born of demonic energy and bestial nature].

In truth, the Golden Core [the solidified essence of a cultivator's power, formed at the Golden Core Realm] of a high-ranking cultivator is a supreme tonic for Demonic Monsters. Many such monsters roam the domains of The Vast Sea [the immense and perilous outer seas], lying in wait to ambush and slay Human Race cultivators.

Under such circumstances, attempting to travel vast distances by sword flight would indeed invite grave peril.

After listening, Eldrin Chen furrowed his brow and asked, "Does the Eastern Sea Cultivation World [the cultivation societies bordering the Eastern Sea] truly lack Teleportation Formation [magical arrays that allow instantaneous travel across vast distances]?"

"Of course, Teleportation Formation do exist," Lucian Lu replied, then added with a bitter smile, "But the distance between the inner seas and the outer seas is simply too vast. Neither Fourth Rank nor even Fifth Rank Teleportation Formation can bridge such a gap."

"Only the legendary Sixth Rank Teleportation Formation [formations of immense power capable of spanning entire continents] could traverse such an immense distance."

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen also showed a look of helplessness. Crafting a Sixth Rank Teleportation Formation requires a Void Gem [a rare crystal attuned to spatial energies] of the sixth rank.

And a sixth-rank Void Gem is a treasure of the Pure Yang [a realm of cultivation representing the pinnacle of yang energy and purity] grade. Such a supreme treasure is of immeasurable value and is exceedingly rare even within the entire Purple Realm [the greater world encompassing the known cultivation continents].

Legends say that the Horizon Sea Pavilion [a powerful and ancient organization] possesses a Sixth Rank Teleportation Formation. However, that Formation is used to connect with the Eastern Wastelands [a vast, untamed wilderness region] and even the Dao Lord Sacred Land [sanctuaries of supreme cultivators] within the Central Ancestral Domain [the mythical heartland of cultivation]. Clearly, the inner sea Cultivation World lacks a corresponding Teleportation Formation to link with it.

As he spoke, Lucian Lu sighed. "Long before the Demonic Abyss Cataclysm [a great calamity where demonic forces erupted from the abyss], there were originally a few Spirit Vein [natural conduits of concentrated spiritual energy] of Fifth Rank High Grade. The distance was just barely sufficient to establish a Fifth Rank High Grade Teleportation Formation."

"However, those few Spirit Vein [a natural conduit of spiritual energy within the earth] were either shattered by the Extraterrestrial Heavenly Demon [a powerful demonic entity from beyond this world] or have fallen into the hands of the Demonic Tribe [a collective term for demonic beast factions]. They can no longer be used for Teleportation Formation [a magical array that allows instantaneous travel over vast distances]."

Eldrin Chen listened quietly. After a long moment, he could not help but ask, "If even a True Lord [a cultivator who has reached the Nascent Soul realm] would find it difficult to traverse such a distance, how do you maintain contact with the distant sea Cultivation World [a region where cultivators gather and practice their arts]?"

"We use Demon-Hunting Ship [specially crafted vessels designed for traversing demon-infested seas and hunting powerful beasts] and War Treasure Boat [massive, magically fortified ships used for warfare and long voyages]."

Lucian Lu explained. He informed Eldrin Chen that since ancient times, the Eastern Sea Cultivation World [the cultivation societies bordering the Eastern Sea] had a tradition of using the bones of High-Rank Demonic Beast [powerful, sentient demonic creatures] as keels to forge their Demon-Hunting Ship.

A Fifth Rank [equivalent to the Nascent Soul realm] Demon-Hunting Ship is crafted using the skeleton of a Demon Emperor [a ruler among demonic beasts, possessing immense power] as its keel. It employs a Formation [a structured arrangement of magical symbols and energy channels] to draw upon the boundless Water Essence Power [the fundamental spiritual energy inherent to water] of the ocean as its fuel, enabling it to cross hundreds of millions of Li-lengths [one Li-length equals five hundred meters] of sea to reach distant shores.

Furthermore, these Demon-Hunting Ship are equipped with demon-hunting ballistae and demon-slaying cannons, making them unparalleled tools for hunting High-Rank Demonic Beast.

Although the Teleportation Formation are now gone, cultivators from the Eastern Sea Cultivation World can still reach the distant sea Cultivation World by relying on these treasure ships.

After this explanation, Lucian Lu added, "From time to time, treasure ships depart from the near seas for the distant seas. When the time comes, you can board one. It would greatly increase your safety."

"I see," Eldrin Chen nodded. He cupped his hands in a respectful salute. "My thanks for your guidance, Fellow Daoist [a respectful term used between cultivators]."

"You are too kind, Fellow Daoist," Lucian Lu replied with a smile. He stood up and returned the salute. "I have pressing matters to attend to and cannot linger. I hope you will make your decision soon."

"Fellow Daoist [a respectful term used among cultivators] Rest assured, I will exercise due discretion."

Eldrin Chen cupped his hands in a respectful farewell, seeing off Lucian Lu.

After his departure, Lyra Jiang spoke calmly, "Survival is not easy for the Human Race in the Eastern Sea Cultivation World [the vast and perilous world of cultivation east of the mainland]. We can lend a hand with the troubles of Nine Rivers Island."

"I was thinking the same."

Eldrin Chen nodded in agreement, then said, "However, we are newcomers to this place, unfamiliar with the land and its people. To avoid being deceived, a measure of caution is warranted."

"Let me observe the situation for a time. We can make our decision then." This novel is serialized on audio novel.com. Visit for updates.

"Very well."

Lyra Jiang offered a faint smile. Eldrin Chen possessed a righteous and sharp character, yet he was neither rigid nor naive. This was one of the qualities she admired in him.

Early the next morning, Eldrin Chen left his Cultivation Cave [a secluded dwelling used for meditation and cultivation] and decided to learn more about the circumstances on Nine Rivers Island.

After some investigation, the two of them ascertained the basic situation of Nine Rivers Island, and the information largely matched what Hugo Lu had described.

The ruling power of Nine Rivers Island is named the Nine Rivers Sect. The island's lord, Nine Rivers True Lord, has lived for over two thousand years and is an elder True Lord of the Nascent Soul, 3rd Tier realm.

This lord, naming his sect after his own Daoist title, founded the Nine Rivers Sect and also joined the Eastern Sea Immortal Alliance, becoming one of its elders.

He deliberately observed the low-level cultivators and found that the reputation of Nine Rivers True Lord among the island's low-level cultivators was quite favorable, with no particularly ill repute left behind.

"It seems this Nine Rivers True Lord should be trustworthy."

Eldrin Chen walked upon the Spirit Island, speaking calmly to Lyra Jiang.

Lyra Jiang also nodded. With their combat prowess and cultivation level, aside from a few perilous locations, they could venture to most places under heaven without excessive caution.

As they conversed, Eldrin Chen suddenly frowned, his gaze shifting into the distance before he strode forward.

"Grandfather, grandfather."

In a corner of the Nine Rivers Market, before a dilapidated courtyard, a gaunt, elderly man lay on the ground, his face deathly pale.

A young boy clung to the old man, weeping and shaking him.

"Is he dead yet?"

Three cultivators sneered, kicking the young child aside before turning their gaze to the old man lying on the ground.

After a quick search, they retrieved a Storage Bag from the old man's body and handed it to their burly leader.

"Boss, there are so many Spirit Stone [a mineral that stores and radiates spiritual energy]!"

The cultivator exclaimed excitedly, his face breaking into a wide grin. "I heard Old Man Ye earned a hefty reward in Spirit Stone [a mineral that stores and radiates spiritual energy] for guiding a distinguished guest. It seems the rumor was true."

"Little brat, your grandfather's lifespan was exhausted. We're just taking care of his body. Taking a few of his belongings as payment isn't too much to ask, is it?"

As he spoke, his gaze, filled with cold mockery, settled on the child.

But the child's eyes blazed with fury, his voice trembling with hatred. "My grandfather didn't die of old age! You killed him! You killed Grandfather!"

"You villains! Give me back Grandfather's Spirit Stone [a mineral that stores and radiates spiritual energy]!" Read the full novel exclusively on audio-novel . com.