Chapter 521 The Ancient Star Tome, Astonishing Gains

A flicker of delight shone in Eldrin's eyes. Over the past few days, they had finished taking inventory of the Qin Clan's treasures.

The Qin Clan's spirit stones were indeed scarce, just as Eldrin had anticipated—they had long been lent to the Hanchuan Taoist.

However, aside from spirit stones, Eldrin had seized quite a few other treasures. Just the various natural treasures below the fifth rank alone, Eldrin estimated, were already worth over 1 100 million spirit stones.

These were merely the smaller gains; the Qin Clan's most prized treasures were still those few fifth-rank supreme artifacts.

Among these treasures were 4 spirit treasures: the Sole Dominance Sword of the Second Ancestor of Qin, along with the Star-Moon Vase and the Primal Void Shield. The final piece was the formation artifact—the Gilded Heaven Seal of Flowing Gold.

The 4 treasures were all low-grade spirit treasures, each 1 representing the most valued foundation of the Qin Clan.

These treasures are all rare and invaluable, whether used as artifacts to transcend tribulations, exchanged for fifth-tier Void Gems (Spiritual Object), or employed as formation instruments for the spiritual mountain's grand array.

The Chen Clan's Spirit Isle Lake (Location), the 100-1000-Mile Great Barrens, and the spirit veins of the Coldstream Isle were all on the verge of advancing to the fifth rank 1 after another. With 4 spiritual treasures now in their possession, they could already set up 3 fifth-rank mountain-protecting grand formations and still have some to spare.

In addition to the 4 spiritual treasures, Eldrin also discovered a Tier 5 Tribulation Transcendence Flower, which served as the crucial catalyst for cultivating the 'Nirvana Tribulation Rebirth Art'.

The Azure Lotus Continent also had a Tribulation Transcendence Flower, but unfortunately, it would take nearly a 1000 years to mature.

It is said that although the ‘Nirvana Reincarnation Art’ does not enhance combat prowess, once mastered, it can be activated at the moment of death, allowing the practitioner to bypass the cycle of reincarnation, avoid the underworld, and be reborn with memories intact.

In her previous life, the Ethereal Void Fairy met her demise during the Cataclysm of the Demonic Abyss. Relying on the power of the Nirvana Rebirth Art, she transcended the heavenly tribulation and was reborn, cultivating once more until she reached the Nascent Soul Realm.

Moreover, after undergoing tribulation and rebirth, a cultivator's lifespan begins anew. For a True Lord, this is equivalent to gaining an additional 3,000 years of longevity. It can be said that this is a great supernatural power even Nascent Soul True Lords would dream of obtaining.

Eldrin handed the Tribulation Bloom to Lyra, saying with a hint of joy, "The Tribulation Bloom is exceptionally precious. It’s better for you to keep it."

Lyra shook her head, however. "Using the Tribulation Transcendence Blossom as a medicinal catalyst to cultivate the 'Nirvana Tribulation Rebirth Art' ensures that even if unforeseen calamity strikes during the Abyssal Cataclysm, 1 may undergo tribulation rebirth to live another lifetime."

Such a precious treasure often commands a value starting at over a 100 Heavenly Crystals (Spiritual Object). If a cultivator nearing the end of their lifespan were to hoard such an item, it could likely fetch an exorbitant premium at auction.

She couldn't bear to use this item, so she shook her head and added, "Your temperament is sharp and unyielding, even less tolerant of imperfections than I am, which makes you more prone to making enemies."

"You should cultivate the Nirvana Tribulation Transcendence Art first."

Hearing her words, Eldrin still stopped her with an undeniable tone, “I possess the Yin-Yang Void Mirror, and my survival skills far surpass yours. Let’s not discuss this further.”

"This..."

Seeing that Lyra was still somewhat reluctant, Eldrin said, "Do not worry. Once this matter is concluded, I will have the family prioritize the search for the Tribulation Transcendence Flower as our foremost objective."

"Very well."

Lyra collected the Tribulation Transcendence Flower, and the 2 began examining the remaining belongings of the Qin Clan.

Eldrin opened the storage pouches of the 2 Qins' True Monarchs and discovered several ancient scrolls of immense value.

Among these ancient scrolls, aside from the Nascent Soul cultivation methods of the Qin Clan's 2 founding ancestors, there were also 2 volumes of exceptionally archaic texts.

1 volume was titled the Ancient Tome of Stellar Observation. Like the Great Deduction Ancient Tome, it was a Nascent Soul cultivation method(Technique) of the Heavenly Secrets Dao(Concept).

Its creator was Guanxingzi, an ancient human Eldrin (Person Name) from 10 1000 years ago, who excelled in celestial divination arts and could deduce heavenly secrets by harnessing the power of the 9 Heavens Stars.

However, their areas of expertise differed. The Great Deduction True Monarch was more adept at unraveling the profound mysteries of heaven and earth, deciphering the secrets underlying all things in the world.

The Great Deduction Ancient Scroll recorded a supreme divine art known as the 'Great Deduction Celestial Art'. When combined with the Astral Computator of the Great Deduction (Magic Treasure), this art could even deduce the locations of countless hidden fortunes concealed within the heavens and earth.

Guanxingzi excelled in the art of celestial protection. The Ancient Tome of Astral Observation recorded a great supernatural power—Stellar Glazed Body (Spiritual Root).

Once this divine ability is successfully cultivated, 1 can channel the radiance of the Polaris Star to safeguard both soul and flesh. Not only does it defend against all manner of curses and mystical arts, but it also conceals 1’s own celestial secrets and dao patterns. Even a Nascent Soul Dao Lord would find it nearly impossible to deduce them.

Moreover, the Ancient Star Observation Scroll recorded a unique spiritual treasure known as the 'Star Observation Tower.' This artifact could significantly amplify the power of celestial divination arts, rivaling even the Astral Computator of the Great Deduction (Magic Treasure).

Contemplating the profound mysteries within the Ancient Star Observation Tome, Eldrin smiled faintly and remarked, "Both this Great Deduction Ancient Tome and the Ancient Star Observation Tome contain unfathomable profundities—rare treasures even across the entire realm."

"If you can fully master it and refine 2 special spiritual treasures, you might possess a sliver of resistance even against the curse of a Demon God Dao Lord."

Lyra also nodded upon hearing this. The lineage of the Outer Realm Demonic Gods also cultivated the Path of Heavenly Secrets, though comparatively speaking, they practiced the art of curse techniques.

Just like the Entanglement Curse cultivated by Patriarch Black Fiend through his Demonic Fiend Qi (Spiritual Root), it too originated from the extraterrestrial demons beyond this realm.

It is said that the most formidable Eldritch Fiends from beyond the realms could not only retain their own consciousness, but also cultivated the most malevolent curse arts and supernatural abilities.

Deep within the Eastern Wastelands (Location) lies the Godfall Ridge, which millennia ago served as a sacred land for the Human Race's Dao Lords, guarded by 1 of their own. Yet now it has transformed into a forbidden zone.

The reason for this was that the human Dao Lord's essence blood and birth characters had fallen into the hands of a Devil God. Consequently, several Heavenly Devils who cultivated the Path of Celestial Secrets joined forces to cast a vicious curse upon him.

Although that Dao Lord had attained the Pure Yang Dao and possessed battle prowess so formidable he could slay primordial spirit demons, even he found himself powerless against such a venomous curse.

He persisted for a full 60-year cycle, until finally both his physical body and primordial spirit dissolved into black blood, corrupting a vast Daojun sacred land into a forbidden zone.

Had that Pure Yang Dao Lord cultivated the Heaven’s Secrets Arcane Art back then, even if he had only mastered 1 Grand Divine Ability, his profound cultivation would have allowed him to endure for several 100, if not a 1000, years. Perhaps within that span, he might have found a way to resolve the crisis.

Contemplating the significance of the Heaven's Secrets Art and the spiritual treasures, Lyra added, "Forging the Astral Computator of the Great Deduction requires consuming 9 Star Fragments, yet we only possess 3 in our hands."

The Starview Tower was an extraordinary spiritual treasure possessing both the properties of a pocket realm and celestial secrets. Not only did it require 7 Star Fragments (Spiritual Object) to manifest the Big Dipper constellation, but it also demanded fifth-grade spiritwood and a single fifth-grade Void Gem (Spiritual Object).

"The treasures required for this are far too precious, enough to forge 4 or 5 superior spirit treasures."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin (Person Name) also revealed a helpless expression. After all, superior-grade spirit treasures could be considered foundational treasures even among Nascent Soul clans.

Moreover, only a powerful immortal clan that had accumulated strength for thousands of years could possibly possess such precious foundational reserves.

However, the expenditure for the Star-Gazing Tower and the Astral Computator of the Great Deduction (Magic Treasure) was equivalent to the cost of 4 or 5 superior spirit treasures, placing it beyond the means of most Nascent Soul immortal families.

Chapter 1: The Reborn Eldrin The sky above the 9 Heavens Continent was torn asunder by a blinding pillar of light. Countless cultivators watched in awe as the legendary Eldrin (Person Name), having survived the 9 Tribulations Heavenly Retribution, vanished into the shimmering radiance. When he opened his eyes, he found himself in the body of a youth bearing the same name—a discarded disciple of the Azure Cloud Sect. Memories, both his own and those belonging to this vessel, flooded his mind like conflicting tides. "A mere Foundation Establishment cultivator... to think this body's previous owner died from such a trivial internal energy deviation," Eldrin murmured, a wry smile touching his lips. His new body was feeble, its meridians clogged with impurities. Just then, the wooden door to his humble abode was kicked open with a crash. "Eldrin! Stop pretending to be dead! It's time to pay your monthly tribute of 10 spirit stones!" A lanky disciple in blue robes stood arrogantly in the doorway, his expression full of contempt. Searching through the assimilated memories, Eldrin recalled this person—Disciple Liu, an outer sect steward who took particular pleasure in bullying the former Eldrin. "According to sect rules, injured disciples are granted a 1-month grace period for their tribute," Eldrin stated calmly, rising from his bed. Disciple Liu was taken aback by this uncharacteristic response. The usual Eldrin would be trembling and pleading by now. "Rules? I make the rules here!" Liu sneered, striding forward to grab Eldrin by the collar. "If you don't have spirit stones, I'll settle for breaking a couple of your bones!" A cold glint flashed in Eldrin's eyes. Though his cultivation had vanished, the combat intuition and insight of a supreme expert remained. Just as Liu's hand was about to reach him, Eldrin's fingers moved with impossible speed, striking precisely at an acupoint on Liu's wrist. "Ah!" Liu screamed in shock and pain, stumbling backward as he felt a surge of energy disrupt the flow of qi in his arm. "You... how did you...?" "Get out," Eldrin said, his voice soft yet carrying an undeniable authority that seemed to chill the very air. "And remember—the next time you disturb my cultivation, it won't just be your arm that suffers." The intensity in Eldrin's gaze struck terror into Liu's heart. Mumbling incoherently, the bully retreated hastily, nearly tripping over the doorstep in his panic. After the intruder had fled, Eldrin examined his feeble body and sighed. "To think I, who once commanded the winds and clouds across the 9 Heavens, have fallen to this state." He sat cross-legged on his bed, beginning to circulate what little spiritual energy this body possessed. The world's spiritual energy was thin here—far too thin for proper cultivation. "But the Heavenly Dao has granted me a second chance," he whispered, his gaze growing determined. "In this life, I shall rebuild my foundation, recultivate the supreme path, and surpass my previous heights!" Closing his eyes, Eldrin began guiding the faint spiritual energy through his meridians according to the Heaven-Swallowing Art (Cultivation Method)—a legendary technique lost to time, 1 that none in this world could possibly recognize. Though his current strength was negligible, the soul operating this body was that of a supreme expert who had truly touched the boundaries of the Great Dao. In the profound silence of meditation, Eldrin began his journey anew. Outside the window, the moon rose high, its silvery light illuminating the determined figure within the room. A new legend was quietly beginning in this remote corner of the Azure Cloud Sect.