Chapter 606 : A Tower Forged of Stars and Soul

This Star Observation Tower consumed seven Stellar Fragment [fragments of fallen stars imbued with stellar energy], one Void Gem [a rare crystal that resonates with spatial energies], and one stalk of Fifth Rank Soul Nourishing Wood [a spiritual wood of the fifth rank, prized for its ability to nourish and heal the soul]. The material cost alone was exorbitantly high.

He then fused it with the Stellar Enlightenment Platform [a platform that enhances comprehension under the stars] and the Icy Heart Demon-Subduing Mirror [a mirror that calms the heart and suppresses inner demons]. One could say this treasure was formed from the combination of eleven Spiritual Treasure [enchanted artifacts of significant power]. Their interwoven mystical patterns produced astonishing and marvelous synergistic effects.

The value of this complete set of supreme treasures surpassed that of many Superior Spiritual Treasure [high-grade enchanted artifacts], and its effects were far more unique and specialized.

Thinking of the immense resources consumed in its forging, Eldrin Chen said with a touch of heartache, "I hope you will not disappoint me."

So saying, he refined the Star Observation Tower and began to carefully sense the capabilities of this Spiritual Treasure. Not long after, he opened his eyes and exclaimed with delight, "My Lady, it seems we have struck gold this time."

"Oh?"

Exquisite Jiang's brow twitched slightly. She immediately began to probe the wondrous properties of this set of Spiritual Treasure, and soon her face also lit up with joyous surprise.

Upon its completion, the Star Observation Tower possessed several distinct empowering effects: Soul-Nourishing Aura, Enlightenment Platform, Icy Heart Mirror, and the Big Dipper Seven Stars Formation [a formation pattern based on the seven stars of the Big Dipper constellation].

Among these empowerments, the Soul-Nourishing Aura originated from the Soul Nourishing Wood, capable of restoring a cultivator's soul force and healing injuries to the soul.

The Enlightenment Platform could enhance Eldrin Chen's Celestial Mechanism [the art of divination and understanding celestial patterns] and accelerate his speed in comprehending the methods of Divine Ability [supernatural powers and techniques]. For the best reading experience, visit *audio-novel.com*.

The Ice Heart Mirror [a mystical artifact that calms the mind and reflects inner turmoil] can suppress Inner Demon [malevolent thoughts or entities born from a cultivator's own heart] and defend against attacks from Demonic Path Curse Technique [malignant spells that inflict harm through esoteric, often indirect means]. It is truly a first-rate defensive instrument.

The final Seven Stars Array [a defensive formation based on the seven stars of the Big Dipper] is even more remarkable. Not only can this formation manifest the Big Dipper [the seven stars of the Northern Dipper, a potent celestial constellation] for protection, warding off Demonic Path Curse Technique and spiritual assaults from foes, but it can also be used to deduce the mysteries of Celestial Mechanism [the hidden patterns and laws governing fate and the heavens].

According to Eldrin Chen's estimation, if he were to activate the Seven Stars' protective aura, bolstered further by the dual fortifications of his Great Perfection Realm [the pinnacle stage of a cultivation realm] Stellar Glazed Body [a divine physique tempered to be as resilient and luminous as glazed celestial jade]...

...it was likely that even a Primordial Spirit Demonic Cultivator [a demonic practitioner who has condensed their spiritual essence into a Primordial Spirit] would find it difficult to inflict serious harm upon him through covert Demonic Path [a school of cultivation that harnesses destructive, chaotic, or malevolent energies] curse techniques.

After perceiving the divine wonder of this treasure, Exquisite Jiang said with a smile, "With this treasure in hand, when the Demonic Abyss Cataclysm [a prophesied calamity involving the eruption of demonic forces from a great abyss] arrives, you and I need not fear any 'settling of accounts' by the Outer Realm Heavenly Demon [powerful demonic beings originating from realms beyond this one]. We can fight with our full strength, holding nothing back."

"It shall be so," Eldrin Chen agreed.

Eldrin Chen chuckled, then settled into a meditative posture upon the Stellar Enlightenment Platform [a platform for cultivation that enhances comprehension under the stars]. He activated the Great Deduction Heavenly Art [a supreme art of calculation and foresight] to harness the power of the Big Dipper, using it to unravel the profound mysteries of heaven and earth.

As he worked, he mused aloud, "The Vast Sea [a great and expansive ocean region] is such a vast expanse of water, yet it currently harbors only a single Fifth Rank Fire Vein [a geographical ley line of potent fire-attribute spiritual energy, classified as of the fifth rank]. That is truly far too scarce."

"Let me see if I can deduce the location of any hidden opportunities within the Vast Sea."

"Hmm—"

As his words fell, he couldn't help but let out a soft sound of surprise, a look of astonishment flickering across his brow.

Merely moments later, Eldrin Chen continued his deductions while simultaneously urging the Star Observation Tower to fly out from Immortal Apricot Island. They journeyed for two full days before finally arriving at a desolate, remote island deep within the Vast Sea.

Strangely, this island not only lacked a Spiritual Vein [a subterranean channel that concentrates and emits spiritual energy], it was nothing more than a barren, lifeless stretch of rock and sand.

"This is the place,"

Eldrin Chen declared. The Celestial Abyss Twin Swords [a pair of legendary flying swords] at his brow flashed, instantly merging into a single, devastating beam of sword light that cleaved downward, tearing apart an invisible barrier shrouding the island.

With the barrier rent asunder, the two beheld what lay beyond: a world of breathtaking verdancy, lush and teeming with vibrant life essence.

Exquisite Jiang was also taken aback. Gazing at the scene within, she exclaimed with delight, "To think a Fifth Rank Wood Vein [a high-grade spiritual vein attuned to the Wood element] was concealed here! Had you not deduced its location using the Star Observation Tower, who knows when—or if—we would have ever stumbled upon this opportunity."

"Let's go in and take a closer look,"

Eldrin Chen said, stepping forward to cross the threshold.

Yet, the moment he set foot inside, a brilliant, razor-sharp arc of spiritual light came slashing toward him.

"Hmph—"

Facing this incoming spiritual light, Eldrin Chen let out a cold snort. The attacking radiance instantly flickered and died, and a verdant figure was violently shaken to death by his power, dissipating into wisps of green smoke.

"A Supple Wood Spirit [a low-tier nature spirit born from wood-element spiritual energy]."

Eldrin Chen's eyes flickered slightly, and he exchanged a glance with Exquisite Jiang.

Supple Wood Spirit were among the lowest tier of Innate Being [beings born directly from spiritual energy or natural phenomena]. Given that this Earth Vein [a subterranean channel of concentrated spiritual energy] was of Fifth Rank [a high grade of quality or power], it was highly likely that a Demon Spirit [a spirit entity with demonic or bestial nature] of the True Lord Realm [a powerful cultivation stage] resided here.

With this thought, Exquisite Jiang asked, "Should we summon our clansmen for assistance?" Dive deeper into the Dao at audio-novel dot com.

"Unnecessary," Eldrin Chen shook his head, a faint smile on his lips. "Let us investigate first. If we find ourselves outmatched, then we can call for reinforcements."

"Very well."

Exquisite Jiang nodded in agreement. The two of them were far from what they used to be. Even if a Supple Wood Spirit had reached the Infant Soul Late Stage [the advanced phase of the Infant Soul cultivation realm], its spiritual power would still pale in comparison to that of a Human Race cultivator of equivalent stage. It likely posed no real threat to them anymore.

With this in mind, they paid no heed to the swarms of low-tier Demon Spirit that filled the mountains and valleys. They proceeded directly into the depths of the Earth Vein. Before long, they arrived at the heart of this Fifth Rank Wood Vein [a Fifth Rank earth vein with a wood-element affinity].

Only at this moment did they finally stir the Sovereign [the highest echelon of cultivators] residing within the ruins. Two Demon Spirit [malevolent spiritual entities born from concentrated demonic energy] with cultivation bases reaching the Infant Soul Realm [the realm where one's nascent soul is formed and nurtured] pounced forth to attack.

"It is Supple Wood True Lord and First Wood True Lord,"

Eldrin Chen remarked, a flicker of recognition in his eyes, his expression remaining composed.

Similar to the former Crimson Flame True Lord, both Supple Wood True Lord and First Wood True Lord possessed cultivation levels that were merely at the pseudo-Infant Soul Realm [a flawed or incomplete version of the Infant Soul Realm], falling even short of a true Infant Soul 1st Tier cultivator.

Since their opponents were so weak, there was naturally little need for discussion. The two of them acted in unison, and within a mere dozen or so exchanges, they had slain these two pseudo-Infant Soul entities.

During the clash, numerous Golden Core Spirit [demonic beasts that have condensed a Golden Core] attempted to intervene, but Eldrin Chen naturally would not permit such insolence. He dispatched them with ease, cleansing the area.

After slaying the two Infant Soul True Lord, Eldrin Chen collected the Five Elements Essence [a refined spiritual essence containing the power of the five elements] left behind by the fallen Pseudo-True Lord. He then shook his head slightly. "This Earth Vein [a subterranean conduit of concentrated earthly spiritual energy] contains no Fifth Rank Spiritual Tree [a tree that absorbs and radiates spiritual energy]. It seems it was not formed within the last thousand or so years."

"That should be the case,"

Exquisite Jiang nodded in agreement, a faint smile gracing her lips. "This was within expectations. The Five Elements Power [the fundamental energies of Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth that constitute all things] within heaven and earth naturally coalesce and shift with the changing courses of mountains and rivers, forming along the ever-transforming network of major Earth Vein."

"Over a thousand years ago, the Vast Sea Chen Clan was destroyed, and several Fifth Rank Earth Vein [Earth Veins of the fifth grade, denoting immense power] were shattered in an instant. Now, after a millennium, it is only natural that new Earth Vein would form unseen within the profound workings of the world."

As they conversed, the two gathered all the spoils from the battlefield and then strode towards the heart of the Earth Vein [a subterranean current of concentrated earth-attributed spiritual energy].

Not long after, at the source of the Earth Vein, they discovered a wisp of Earth Mother Energy [the pure, nurturing essence of the earth] and a piece of Wood Vein Precious Jade [a jade formed where wood and earth spiritual energies converge].

Eldrin Chen stored them away and said with a smile, "With these two finds, our journey here has already been more than worthwhile."

"Indeed."

Exquisite Jiang nodded, a gentle smile gracing her lips. "Once the demonic taint is purged from the Crimson Phoenix Furnace [an alchemical furnace of legendary power], we should refine a batch of Earthly Path Pill [a pill that aids in grounding one's cultivation and strengthening the foundation]. This Earth Mother Energy has arrived at the perfect moment."

Their successful harvest left both in high spirits. Eldrin Chen continued, "This Earth Vein may not have many high-grade Spirit Wood [trees infused with spiritual energy], but there is an abundance of low-grade Spirit Wood suitable for crafting a Fifth Rank Treasure Ship [a flying vessel of significant power]. It seems the Crimson Dragon Treasure Ship [a specific, powerful treasure ship design] can finally be forged."

As he spoke, Eldrin Chen reached the mountain peak and discovered a peculiar treasure tree standing proudly at the summit.

The tree was only about one Zhang-length [one Zhang-length equals three point three three meters] in height, yet it boasted eight perfectly symmetrical branches. Each branch was shrouded in a different type of Arcane Power [mystical energy shaped by profound cultivation laws] and bore a single, enigmatic fruit.

"That is..."

After a moment of stunned silence, Eldrin Chen exclaimed in recognition.

"The Eight Trigrams Treasure Tree!" This chapter appears courtesy of *audio-novel.com*.