Chapter 589 : Forging the Yin-Yang Treasure Pill

In truth, any Pill Formula under heaven is nothing more than applying the Monarch, Minister, Assistant, and Envoy Principle [a foundational alchemical principle governing the roles and interactions of ingredients] to determine the precise combination and refining temperature of various Spirit Medicine.

Now, Eldrin Chen's Alchemy [the art of refining spiritual pills] had approached the level of a Fifth Rank High Grade [a master level in the alchemical arts]. Having reached this stage, even without a pre-existing formula in hand, he was already capable of creating his own.

Eldrin Chen could even, based on the medicinal properties of two precious herbs, continuously deduce and experiment until he found the correct proportions of various auxiliary ingredients, ultimately reverse-engineering the formula for the Yin-Yang Treasure Ginseng Pill.

In fact, this was precisely what Eldrin Chen did. He toiled for Three Years Later, finally successfully deducing the formula for the Yin-Yang Treasure Ginseng Pill.

Gazing at the formula before him, Eldrin Chen said with a smile, "This should be it. There might be minor variations in the auxiliary herbs, but the Pill [a refined spiritual elixir] produced should be largely the same."

"This..."

Lyra Jiang looked at the formula in her hand, unable to suppress a look of astonishment.

She remained silent for a long moment before finally speaking. "Cultivators who can create formulas based solely on Spirit Medicine are not unheard of. But to create a Fifth Rank Pill Formula in such a short time as you have... that could be considered unique throughout the ages."

"There is nothing to be proud of. In my view, it's no different from cooking—merely combining different Spirit Medicine together in one cauldron to produce a batch of Treasure Pill [an exceptionally rare and potent spiritual elixir]."

Eldrin Chen replied with a calm smile, adding, "Let us try. Let's see if we can successfully refine this batch of Treasure Pill." For more chapters, visit audio-novel.com for the complete novel.

Three days later, Eldrin Chen had gathered all the necessary Spirit Medicine [rare herbs imbued with spiritual energy] and commenced the refinement of the Yin-Yang Treasure Ginseng Pill [a supreme elixir crafted from a ginseng treasure, harmonizing yin and yang energies to aid cultivation].

Although he had simulated the process countless times, Eldrin Chen proceeded with exceptional caution during the actual attempt. He and his companion worked meticulously for a full seven years before finally succeeding in refining this single cauldron of .

Perhaps because it was a Pill of his own creation, the refinement proceeded with remarkable smoothness, yielding a total of seven Treasure Pill [a term for high-grade, potent elixirs].

This outcome left Eldrin Chen somewhat astonished. Refining seven Fifth Rank Treasure Pill from a single batch was no mean feat; such Alchemy [the art of refining spiritual pills and elixirs] skill was certainly respectable even among Fifth Rank High Grade Alchemist [master alchemists capable of refining fifth-rank, high-grade pills].

Gazing at the seven Treasure Pill before them, Lyra Jiang was both shocked and overjoyed. She couldn't help but speak up, "Should we find someone to test the pill's efficacy?"

"Let's not."

Eldrin Chen shook his head. A single was worth over a hundred Heavenly Crystal [a purified, high-density form of spiritual energy crystal], a price he could scarcely bear to waste on a mere trial.

Moreover, he was utterly confident that the was flawless. After all, it was a Pill he had personally conceived and crafted; no one understood its medicinal properties better than he did.

Even so, Eldrin Chen first employed the Great Derivation Heaven Art [a profound divination technique to deduce fate and outcomes] to perform a final divination. Only after confirming the posed no issues did he say, "I shall enter seclusion to consume the Pill. Please guard me, my lady."

"Understood."

Lyra Jiang nodded and immediately began safeguarding his cultivation session [protecting him from external interference while he focused on internal refinement].

After swallowing the Pill, Eldrin Chen felt an immense and potent medicinal energy surge forth from the Treasure Pill [a pill of exceptional quality and power], flooding his body and spirit with nourishing force.

His Nascent Soul [the spiritual infant formed within a cultivator's dantian, representing a higher state of being] drank deeply from this influx of energy, growing palpably more substantial and powerful with each passing moment.

An immeasurable span of time later, Eldrin Chen suddenly sensed that both his Nascent Soul and his Mana [the cultivated spiritual energy used to power techniques] had reached the absolute peak of the Nascent Soul Second Layer. He even brushed against the threshold leading to the Nascent Soul, 3rd Tier.

"Now," he whispered to himself.

As if guided by divine fortune, he instantly gathered his Mana and, with the ease of water finding its course, shattered the barrier to the Nascent Soul, 3rd Tier. He stepped firmly into the realm of the Nascent Soul, 3rd Tier.

His cultivation progress had never slowed in the fifty years since, and not long ago, he had also received the Primordial Yin [the pure, foundational feminine essence] of Lila, which had unknowingly caused a significant surge in his Mana reserves.

Now, consuming this Yin-Yang Treasure Ginseng Pill [a legendary pill harmonizing opposing cosmic forces to drastically boost cultivation] had added another half-layer to his cultivation base, propelling him directly into the Nascent Soul, 3rd Tier. Remarkably, less than eighty years had passed since his initial breakthrough to the Nascent Soul realm.

This speed was utterly astonishing. Eighty years was but a fleeting moment for Nascent Soul Cultivators; many would spend that time merely consolidating their foundation, requiring another two or three centuries before attempting the next breakthrough.

Yet Eldrin Chen's destiny was extraordinary. He had first received the Primordial Yin of peerless Heaven's Chosen [individuals blessed with supreme talent and fortune] like Lyra Jiang and Lila, and then succeeded in refining an entire cauldron of Yin-Yang Treasure Ginseng Pill.

That Yin-Yang Treasure Ginseng Pill [a rare elixir that harmonizes Yin and Yang energies to boost cultivation], if taken by an ordinary True Lord [a cultivator who has reached the Nascent Soul realm] possessing Two Spiritual Roots [a dual-element spiritual affinity], would be sufficient to increase their cultivation by one full stage.

However, a Nascent Soul True Lord [a cultivator who has reached the Nascent Soul realm] can only consume the Yin-Yang Treasure Ginseng Pill [a rare elixir that harmonizes Yin and Yang energies to boost cultivation] once; attempting to rapidly increase cultivation in such a manner thereafter would be nearly impossible.

Witnessing Eldrin Chen's breakthrough in cultivation, Lyra Jiang exclaimed with delight, "The effects of this Yin-Yang Treasure Ginseng Pill [a rare elixir that harmonizes Yin and Yang energies to boost cultivation] are so potent?"

After speaking, she took out a pill and consumed it. Once she had fully refined the Treasure Pill [a general term for a high-grade elixir], she found there was still a considerable gap before reaching the Nascent Soul, 3rd Tier [the third stage of the Nascent Soul realm], and she couldn't help but frown.

With a single glance at Eldrin Chen, she understood the reason and shot him a resentful glare.

Eldrin Chen offered an awkward smile, drawing her into an embrace as he said, "Do not fret, my lady. Once we cultivate together in dual cultivation, you will undoubtedly reach the Nascent Soul, 3rd Tier [the third stage of the Nascent Soul realm] swiftly." Continue reading this story at audio-novel.com (official site).

Emerging from the Seclusion Chamber [a specially prepared room for undisturbed meditation and cultivation], Eldrin Chen distributed the Yin-Yang Treasure Ginseng Pill [a rare elixir that harmonizes Yin and Yang energies to boost cultivation] among the several True Lord [cultivators who have reached the Nascent Soul realm] of the Chen Clan, only to find one pill remaining in his hand.

As Eldrin Chen pondered how to handle this extra pill, Lyra Jiang spoke up, "Violet Consort [a title for a high-ranking female cultivator] is like a sister to me. She has endured much hardship all these years, traveling alone. Let us give this last Yin-Yang Treasure Ginseng Pill [a rare elixir that harmonizes Yin and Yang energies to boost cultivation] to her."

"As my lady wishes."

Eldrin Chen nodded in agreement. By now, he fully understood the relationship between Yvonne the Violet Consort and Lyra Jiang.

The origins of their relationship trace back to Jiang the Sovereign Emperor. Before his ascension to immortality, Jiang the Sovereign Emperor left behind three direct-line disciples: one son and two students. These were Jiang the Demon-Slayer, Violet Cosmos Dao Lord, and Qingxu Dao Lord [a Dao Lord title meaning "Ethereal Void"].

Among these three, Jiang the Demon-Slayer is the father of Lyra Jiang. The direct lineage left by Violet Cosmos Dao Lord is Yvonne the Violet Consort. The direct descendant of Qingxu Dao Lord is also known as Verdant Consort.

Lyra Jiang, Verdant Consort, and Yvonne the Violet Consort grew up together, childhood friends from their earliest days, and their bond has always been exceptionally close. Among the three, Lyra Jiang possessed the greatest innate talent, Verdant Consort had the highest comprehension, while Yvonne the Violet Consort was more average among them, yet her gifts would still be considered extraordinary by the world's standards.

During the great cataclysm, each was sent to the Hundred-Thousand-Mile Wilderness. Lyra Jiang had the most comprehensive protection around her. Yvonne the Violet Consort was not the primary target of the Demonic Monsters. Instead, Verdant Consort was secretly marked by the Demonic Monsters and ultimately vanished without a trace.

Strictly speaking, Verdant Consort and Lyra Jiang operated in the open and in the shadows respectively. Verdant Consort took a calamity meant for Lyra Jiang upon herself. Thus, Lyra Jiang has always carried a deep sense of guilt in her heart.

Over the years, there has been no word of Verdant Consort—neither sight nor sign of her living or dead. Even her soul lamp [a magical lamp whose flame is linked to a person's life force] has long been extinguished. It is feared she perished many years ago, leaving Yvonne the Violet Consort as the only remaining friend from her girlhood.

Seeing Eldrin Chen agree, Lyra Jiang smiled, her beautiful eyes sparkling. "Yvonne the Violet Consort possesses a Heavenly Spiritual Root [the highest grade of spiritual root talent] and only has one Lifebound Spiritual Treasure [a magical treasure bound to one's life force and soul] to nurture. After consuming the Yin-Yang Treasure Ginseng [a spiritual ginseng containing the balanced essence of yin and yang], the effects will undoubtedly be far greater for her than for you or me."

"It's quite possible she might even reach the Nascent Soul, Mid Stage a step ahead of us."

"That would be excellent," Eldrin Chen nodded in agreement. "If she can attain the Nascent Soul, Mid Stage before the Demonic Abyss Cataclysm [a prophesied great calamity involving the demonic abyss], we will have a powerful ally to rely upon." Official source: audio~novel.com. Unauthorized reproduction is prohibited.