Chapter 720 : The Path of Vein-Forging Art

Gazing upon these three ancient scrolls, Thalion Chen felt a flicker of hesitation stir within his heart.

Each of these three ancient scrolls represented a distinct Path to Immortal Ascension. Among them, the Immortal Ascension Dao-Forging Art was a method for forging a Dao Body [a supreme physical vessel for cultivation] in the mortal realm. Cultivated to its ultimate extreme, this art could allow one to achieve sagehood through the physical body alone.

However, this method was incomplete. To cultivate it further, one would need to deduce the techniques for the stages before the Primordial Spirit, Late Stage on their own—a difficulty that likely far surpassed that of the other two paths.

The Void-Refining Immortal Scripture was the most precious of the three ancient scrolls. This method led directly to the path of Immortal Ascension, and it was a fire-attribute Dao-establishing method. In principle, it should have been the most suitable for Thalion Chen.

Yet, this was, after all, an Immortal Ascension method based on the Dao of Laws. Without earth-shattering, heaven-defying comprehension, it would be exceedingly difficult to fully master its profound mysteries.

In contrast, the Immortal Ascension Vein-Forging Art left by Dao Lord Qing, while its path to Immortality was fraught with immense difficulty, placed far less demand on innate comprehension and talent. Relatively speaking, the possibility of breaking through to the Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator] realm was significantly greater.

With this thought crystallizing in his mind, Thalion Chen reached out and firmly grasped the scroll of the Immortal Ascension Vein-Forging Art. "This shall be the one I choose," he declared, his voice resolute.

"Old Granduncle, are you certain of your decision?"

Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly, and he could not help but voice his concern.

In his heart, he still believed that the Void-Refining Immortal Scripture was the Immortal Ascension method most suited to Thalion Chen. This chapter is provided by audio-novel dot com. Support the original.

Old Patriarch shook his head, however, and said with a bitter smile, "I know my own aptitude all too well. To dream of achieving immortality would be nothing but a fool's fantasy."

"Choosing this Immortal Ascension Vein-Forging Art is the wiser path. It may yet offer a sliver of hope for a breakthrough to the Primordial Spirit [the highest spiritual core of a cultivator] realm."

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod of agreement.

After a moment of contemplation, he suddenly smiled and said, "For you to cultivate this art, Old Granduncle, we do indeed have two suitable Earth Vein [a powerful, earth-aligned spiritual energy current] locations at hand."

Thalion Chen hesitated slightly, unable to resist asking, "You mean the Water Vein [a powerful, water-aligned spiritual energy current] beneath The Vast Sea, and the Underground Fire Vein [a powerful, fire-aligned spiritual energy current] within the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire?"

"Precisely," Eldrin Chen affirmed with a nod before continuing, "Once the Water Vein beneath The Vast Sea ascends to an Ancestral Vein [a supreme-grade spiritual energy current], it will inevitably contend with the Vast and Boundless Marsh for the Water Essence Power [the fundamental spiritual power of the water element] of the Eastern Wilderness. A confrontation with the Black Dragon Demon Progenitor would be unavoidable at that point."

"Moreover, the elemental nature of that Water Vein is incompatible with your own. In contrast, the Fire Vein within the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire would be of immense benefit to you."

Pausing briefly here, Eldrin Chen then added with a light laugh, "The Earth's Primordial Membrane [the foundational, world-forming barrier between realms] beneath the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire was pierced long ago. An endless tide of Demonic Fiend Qi [the corrupt, demonic energy of fiends] has seeped through, impossible to fully purge. For the Purple Realm, it remains a festering, blighted land."

"If you were to make a great vow, pledging your next life to eradicating that boundless Demonic Fiend Qi and taming the endless magma of the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire, allowing it to rest and restore the vitality it possessed several Millennium ago, you would surely earn the favor and grace of the Heaven and Earth Will [the collective consciousness and judgment of the world itself]."

"Then, when you lay the foundations for the Immortal Ascension Vein-Forging Art, you could, at the opportune moment, channel the boundless Earthfire Power [the primordial fire energy from the world's core] from beneath the Earth's Primordial Membrane. Perhaps you could catalyze the birth of the first Sixth Rank Fire Element Ancestral Vein [a supreme-grade fire-aligned spiritual energy current] for the entire Eastern Domain Great Wilderness Cultivation World."

Upon hearing this, Thalion Chen felt a sudden tremor in his heart. Within the entire Purple Realm, there were only three fire-attributed Sixth Rank Ancestral Vein [a spiritual energy source of the sixth rank, considered ancestral and extremely potent].

One was located in the Central Ancestral Domain, another in the Southern Ridge Cultivation World, and the final one resided within the Southern Sea Cultivation World.

If Eldrin Chen's plan succeeded, they could add another fire-element Ancestral Vein [a primary source of spiritual energy, often tied to a clan's prosperity] to the Purple Realm, a monumental achievement that would benefit generations to come.

Thinking of this, Thalion Chen furrowed his brow once more and spoke with hesitation, "However, our Chen Clan holds only a fifty percent share in the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire. To claim it exclusively, we would need to negotiate with the other major Immortal Clan [powerful clans with a long history of cultivation]."

"I have already considered this matter," Eldrin Chen nodded, weighing his words carefully. "Of the remaining fifty percent share, the Tianlu Sect holds thirty percent, while Yvonne the Violet Consort and Lingxu the Ethereal Immortal [a title for a powerful ethereal cultivator] each hold ten percent."

"Given Violet Consort's relationship with us, her ten percent share should not pose a significant problem. Lingxu the Ethereal Immortal's share is also minor; we can likely settle it by compensating him appropriately for his interests."

"It is only the Tianlu Sect that requires my personal intervention."

Seeing that Eldrin had a plan in mind, a wave of relief washed over Thalion Chen.

He took a deep breath and said with a sense of release, "In that case, I can proceed with my reincarnation [a process where a cultivator sheds their mortal form to be reborn and continue their cultivation] with peace of mind."

As he spoke, Thalion Chen ceased his strenuous efforts to maintain his form. With a serene smile, he dispersed his Mana [the cultivated spiritual energy within a practitioner]. A wisp of soul-light soared from him, swirling and dancing within the void.

Eldrin Chen drew a deep breath and, opening his mouth, expelled Three Strands of Primordial Violet Qi [a supreme spiritual essence vital for soul cultivation and rebirth].

The Primordial Essence [the purest form of spiritual energy] circled his soul thrice. In the end, only one strand was drawn into his soul essence. The remaining two hovered for a few more cycles before flying back to him.

"It seems one strand is sufficient."

With a thought, Eldrin Chen perceived Old Granduncle's soul essence now sheathed in a faint, noble violet radiance. Nodding to him, it then flew towards the Nirvana Pool [a sacred pool that facilitates soul rebirth and recovery], trailing starlight in its wake.

This allowed Eldrin Chen to release a slight sigh of relief. A Nascent Soul True Lord [a cultivator whose soul has formed an independent infant form, a major realm of power] undergoing rebirth within the Nirvana Pool would require only three hundred years to fully restore their former peak strength.

Having assisted Old Granduncle in his final Dao-transformation, Eldrin Chen departed his Cultivation Cave directly. After informing Lyra Jiang and the others of the situation, he stated, "I intend to visit the Tianlu Sect. I must trouble you, my lady, to make the journey to Violet Consort Mountain and Ethereal Void Lake on my behalf." Discover more cultivation stories at audio-novel`com.

"Violet Consort and Lingxu should be straightforward to deal with," Lyra Jiang nodded in agreement before adding, "However, the Tianlu Sect Master has not yet returned from his soul rebirth. Visiting them now, they may lack the authority to make a definitive decision."

"I understand," Eldrin Chen acknowledged with a slight bow of his head. "This visit is primarily to sound them out and establish communication. The Tianlu Sect Master shares a long-standing friendship with us. I believe, given sufficient mutual benefit, they will not refuse."

Leaving Verdant Chariot Mountain, Eldrin Chen soon soared towards the Tianlu Sect. Not long after, he arrived at the foot of their Spirit Mountain [a mountain rich in spiritual energy, often serving as a sect's headquarters].

After presenting his visiting card, those who came out to receive him included not only Longbeard the Daoist, but also a woman of extraordinary grace and beauty—Tianxuan the Immortal Maiden [the Celestial Althea Immortal Maiden], who had fallen in battle at the Desolate Demon Ridge [a treacherous mountain range infested with demons] many years prior.

When Tianxuan the Immortal Maiden saw Eldrin Chen, she smiled faintly and said, "It was but a single cycle of secluded cultivation and tribulation for this humble one, yet I find Fellow Daoist Eldrin has already shaken the heavens with his might. Your speed of cultivation is truly awe-inspiring."

"You flatter me," Eldrin Chen replied with a slight smile, then cupped his hands respectfully. "The true fortune for the Tianlu Sect is your successful navigation of the tribulation, Immortal Maiden."

After exchanging a few more pleasantries, Tianxuan the Immortal Maiden invited Eldrin Chen to be seated within the Guest-Welcoming Peak pavilion.

She personally poured a cup of tea for Eldrin Chen, then, with a subtle furrow of her brow, inquired, "Might I ask what brings Fellow Daoist to our Heavenly Hut Mountain?"

"It concerns the matter of the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire,"

Eldrin Chen stated plainly, revealing the purpose of his visit to the pair. He then added, "Rest assured, Fellow Daoist, we do not seek to take without fair exchange. Should you be willing, I am prepared to offer a commensurate price."

Upon hearing this, both cultivators felt a stir within their hearts. Longbeard the Daoist could not help but speak out, "That Flaming Prison Sea of Fire is one of the top ten supreme Earth Vein [a powerful natural convergence of earth-attribute spiritual energy] within the Three Veins Ancient Domain. Does Fellow Daoist truly intend to claim it exclusively?"

Eldrin Chen's brow creased slightly. "This Flaming Prison Sea of Fire Earth Vein is, in truth, of paramount importance to our Chen Clan," he stated firmly. For uninterrupted reading, go to audio~novel.com.