Chapter 514 : The Final Heavenly Tribulation

The eighth Heavenly Thunder Tribulation [a divine punishment of thunder and lightning from the heavens] struck with even greater force than before, yet it was still withstood by Eldrin Chen without major incident.

However, the ninth Heavenly Thunder Tribulation possessed extraordinary might and continued its relentless descent towards Eldrin Chen.

The power of this tribulation lightning was comparable to a full-force strike from a Infant Soul 6th Tier [the sixth level of the Infant Soul cultivation stage] expert. Such a terrifying Heavenly Thunder Tribulation would likely spell doom for even a newly-ascended Heavenly Path Infant Soul [an Infant Soul cultivator who has comprehended a trace of the Heavenly Path].

Fortunately, Eldrin Chen possessed exceptional means. He summoned his Lifebound Spiritual Treasure [a magical artifact bound to a cultivator's life and soul], the Polarity Void Mirror. In an instant, a beam of Two Polarities mirror light shot into the sky. With a resonant *clang*, it ground nearly half of the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation into nothingness.

A significant portion of its destructive energy remained, but Eldrin Chen was far from defenseless. He unleashed his Two Polarities Divine Thunder [a divine thunder technique embodying the duality of Yin and Yang]. With a world-shaking *boom*, the remaining Heavenly Thunder Tribulation in the sky was utterly annihilated.

"It is done."

Witnessing the ninth Heavenly Thunder Tribulation dissipate, the onlookers collectively released a breath they had been holding.

Yet, Eldrin Chen's expression grew solemn instead. He knew that having fused with the Primordial Chaos Violet Aura [the supreme primordial energy from the dawn of creation], a tenth Heavenly Thunder Tribulation was destined to descend from the unseen workings of fate. The power of this final tribulation was likely to surpass all imagination.

As expected, the Tribulation Cloud [the ominous cloud formation that heralds a heavenly tribulation] in the sky churned violently once more. A flash of lightning, shimmering with alternating hues of black and white, ignited within its depths.

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The pupils of the onlookers contracted sharply, revealing expressions of shock and awe.

It was common knowledge that the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation [a divine trial of lightning sent by the heavens to test cultivators] consisted of only nine strikes. This tenth bolt surpassed all imagination, clearly marking it as an anomaly beyond the ordinary.

However, Eldrin Chen had not attempted to conceal anything. The sheer magnitude of an Infant Soul Heavenly Thunder Tribulation [the lightning tribulation faced when advancing to the Infant Soul Realm] was too vast; once it began, it would inevitably stir the heavens and earth for tens of thousands of Li-lengths [one Li-length equals five hundred meters].

He understood perfectly well that secrecy was impossible. It was far better to face the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation openly than to invite suspicion through clumsy attempts at concealment.

After all, once he successfully broke through to the Infant Soul [a high cultivation realm where the cultivator's nascent soul is formed], his status would be transformed. While he might not yet rival the supreme dignity of a Primordial Solar Path Lord [a title for a supreme master of the Solar Path], he would stand among the pinnacle existences of this world. Many things would no longer require such cautious apprehension.

Dismissing these thoughts, Eldrin Chen gazed at the intertwining black and white lightning in the sky, his expression turning grave.

"Two Polarities Divine Thunder."

The divine thunder brewing within this Heavenly Thunder Tribulation was infused with the power of Supreme Lunar and Solar [the fundamental forces of Yin, the lunar principle, and Yang, the solar principle], transforming into a Polarity [the concept of opposing yet complementary forces, like Yin and Yang] where the Two Polarities Divine Thunder [Divine Thunder of the Two Polarities] intertwined as it descended. It was the very embodiment of Polarity forces merging and complementing each other.

Eldrin Chen's pupils trembled slightly, a flicker of profound realization crossing his features. Only now did he understand—this was the true form of the Two Polarities Divine Thunder.

No wonder the Two Polarities Divine Thunder he had pioneered earlier had only half-stepped into the realm of a Great God Ability [a supreme-level divine ability]. The flaw had lain in his foundational concept, preventing the Divine Ability [a supernatural power or technique mastered through cultivation] from achieving perfection.

Otherwise, this Divine Ability should have started at the rank of a Great God Ability from the very beginning.

"After my breakthrough into the Infant Soul realm and the integration of my Innate Great God Ability, the Dao patterns of the Two Polarities Divine Thunder within me evolved on their own, advancing into the domain of a Great God Ability."

"Or rather, what I now possess should be called the Water-Fire Divine Thunder."

"So that's how it is."

In that fleeting moment, Eldrin Chen gained a profound understanding.

However, seeing the vast Heavenly Thunder Tribulation descending, he dared not show the slightest negligence.

This tenth bolt of Heavenly Thunder Tribulation was already comparable to a full-force strike from an Infant Soul 7th Tier cultivator. Although it was only equivalent to the power of a Mortal Path Infant Soul cultivator at the Infant Soul 7th Tier level, far inferior to a true Infant Soul 7th Tier practitioner, it was still enough to force Eldrin Chen to exert his utmost effort.

He raised his hand, and two streaks of sword light erupted with dazzling immortal radiance, unleashing his most powerful trump card.

"This is the Sky-Severance Sword Union!"

The expressions of the onlookers changed drastically. The Celestial Abyss Twin Swords merged as one, transforming in an instant into a single, resplendent beam of sword light that soared into the heavens.

The combined might of this single sword strike shook the heavens and the earth, a testament to its power as his ultimate trump card, potent enough to grievously wound or even slay a powerful True Lord at the Infant Soul Mid Stage.

Sword light crisscrossed the firmament, ultimately coalescing into a single, resplendent arc of immortal radiance that shot into the depths of the void. With a resonant *clang* that seemed to grind reality itself, it struck the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation [a cataclysmic heavenly trial of thunder and lightning], leaving behind a scar upon the void that spoke of utter annihilation.

Time lost meaning. Only when the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation finally began to dissipate did Eldrin Chen slowly draw in a deep, steadying breath.

The toll of merging the twin swords was immense. Though he had recently broken through to the Infant Soul [the stage where a cultivator's nascent soul forms] and possessed a Great Encompassing Infant Soul whose spiritual energy reserves far surpassed those of an ordinary True Lord, unleashing that single strike had left his internal energy reserves nearly depleted.

As the Tribulation Cloud [the ominous cloud formation heralding a heavenly trial] in the sky scattered, streams of seven-colored immortal liquid descended from the Heavenly Vault [the celestial dome of the sky], collecting into a large gourd's worth.

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Eldrin Chen consumed it, using its essence to nourish both his Infant Soul and his physical body. He felt his Infant Soul's energy reserves swell significantly, and the concentration of Infant Soul Essence [the purified spiritual core of the Infant Soul stage] within it increased substantially.

With this, the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation was successfully transcended.

The observing Golden Core Cultivators [cultivators at the Golden Core stage] promptly bowed in unison, their faces alight with joy as they offered their congratulations: "We rejoice in your breakthrough to the Infant Soul, True Lord! May your immortal blessings be eternal, and your path lead to Ethereal Ascension [the ultimate transcendence to immortality]!"

"Rise," he said.

Eldrin Chen smiled and, with a wave of his hand, scattered a few treasures as gifts for the attending Golden Core Cultivator [a cultivator who has formed a solid golden core of condensed spiritual power].

Several True Lord [a title for a powerful cultivator who has mastered their spiritual path] also smiled, each presenting a congratulatory gift. Ethereal Mistress Ling said with a laugh, "With your breakthrough to True Lord, the strength of our Ji Continent has grown yet again."

"I must thank you all,"

Eldrin Chen replied warmly. These True Lord friends had come to Verdant Lotus Isle, ostensibly to witness the ceremony, but in truth, they were also there to guard him during his perilous breakthrough.

This was the benefit of cultivating wide friendships. Had it not been for the presence of Violet Consort Yan and his other long-time friends standing guard over Verdant Lotus Isle, the Demon Emperor [a ruler among demonkind], Demon Monarch [a powerful demon lord], or even Frostriver Path Master would not have missed such a golden opportunity to strike during Eldrin Chen's moment of vulnerability.

He offered them a deliberate, respectful bow before continuing, "To avoid further complications, Exquisite will also enter seclusion to attempt her breakthrough into the True Lord Realm. I must trouble you all to remain for a few more days."

"It is no trouble at all," Freya Ji and Violet Consort Yan replied, their bright eyes sparkling with genuine delight. "Exquisite is our dear friend of many years. How could we not stand guard for her as she ascends to Infant Soul [the stage where a cultivator's nascent spiritual consciousness takes form]?"

"My deepest thanks to you all, then."

After expressing his gratitude, Eldrin Chen and Exquisite Jiang retreated into the Seclusion Chamber [a specially prepared chamber for undisturbed meditation and cultivation].

Once inside the Spirit Pool [a pool infused with concentrated spiritual energy], Eldrin Chen shared the news of his successful formation of the Great Encompassing Infant Soul [the highest, most perfect grade of nascent soul]. "The Infant Soul has its own hierarchy," he explained. "Since it is possible to achieve the Great Encompassing Infant Soul, we should not settle for anything less."

"Focus on your breakthrough. I shall assist you with this final step."

"Understood."

Exquisite Jiang gave a firm nod. Her foundation was no weaker than Eldrin Chen's, and she possessed the Supreme Lunar Immortal Body [a legendary physique attuned to the profound mysteries of the moon]. Her confidence in breaking through to the Infant Soul Realm [the stage where a cultivator's nascent spiritual essence condenses into a true infant-like soul] was virtually absolute.

The process unfolded without major incident. The only notable challenge was the Inner Demon Tribulation [a spiritual trial where one must confront and overcome the illusions conjured by their own inner demons].

Though the Inner Demon Tribulation is terrifyingly potent, cultivators with formidable spiritual soul power can easily see through the phantasms of the Inner Demon [the manifestation of one's deepest fears and flaws].

Moreover, the power of this Infant Soul Inner Demon Tribulation [the specific inner demon trial faced during the Infant Soul breakthrough] has its limits. It was simply insufficient to pose a real threat to a talent as dazzling as Exquisite Jiang.

With her immense spiritual soul strength, Exquisite Jiang pierced through the Inner Demon's illusions with ease, perceiving its true form and refining it into a wisp of azure smoke.

"The Infant Soul transformation is complete."

Seeing her success, Eldrin Chen promptly expelled three strands of Primordial Chaos Violet Aura [a supreme, primordial energy of creation, tinged with violet radiance].

The three strands of Primordial Chaos Violet Aura merged into her newly formed Infant Soul, causing it to erupt with the light of Primordial Chaos [the primeval state of undifferentiated existence before creation] and giving birth to a fourth innate Dao Mark [a fundamental pattern of power etched upon one's soul].

"Great Encompassing Infant Soul."

Having forged the Great Encompassing Infant Soul [the highest and most profound stage of the Infant Soul cultivation realm], Exquisite Jiang revealed a look of joyous surprise.

She integrated two strands of Innate Divine Ability [a supreme power born from one's very essence] into it, and only then did her spirit settle.

When she opened her eyes, she saw that Eldrin Chen possessed features as fine as a painting. His white robes, soaked by the Spirit Spring [a spring imbued with potent spiritual energy], clung to his tall and sturdy frame.

In that moment, she felt as if Eldrin Chen possessed an infinite, captivating charm. An inexplicable dryness filled her throat, and the words she had long held back spilled out unbidden.

"Husband..."

"Hmm?"

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