Chapter 730 : Forging the World-Anchoring Stele

Of course, Heavenly Silver [a legendary precious metal] possesses inherently staggering value, and Dao Gold [a mythical metal embodying cosmic principles] is a treasure even Immortal [beings who have ascended to immortality] regard with utmost reverence, making it naturally exceedingly scarce.

The Purple Realm [a specific cultivation realm or domain] did not know the methods to refine Heavenly Silver and Dao Gold, thus squandering vast quantities of these precious resources.

Regardless, once Eldrin Chen erects the Continent-Stele [a monumental stele used to anchor a continent's fate], as the founder of the great continent, they would be blessed by the collective destiny and the power of worship from the entire continent's Human Race [the collective human populace].

At that time, their cultivation speed, as well as their fortune and opportunities, would increase significantly, and their hidden chances of achieving a breakthrough would also be bolstered twofold.

Contemplating this, Eldrin Chen spoke, "Since this is the final Continent-Stele needed for the ascension, I shall personally undertake its forging."

To establish the great continent and anchor its Human Race destiny, preventing its dissipation, they had prepared to forge hundreds of artifacts to stabilize this fateful energy.

Now, the Ji Continent [a major continent in this world] boasts many high-level Artificer [masters of artifact creation], so the crafting of ordinary fate-anchoring treasures did not require Eldrin Chen's attention. However, only a Fifth Rank High Grade [a specific high tier of power] Continent-Stele remained, a task beyond the confidence of all others.

The others had long since prepared the materials. With Eldrin Chen personally taking charge, the forging of the Continent-Stele did not consume an excessive amount of time or effort.

Merely half a year later, the World-Anchoring Stele [the final, supreme Continent-Stele] was successfully completed.

On this day, within the Azure Lotus Continent [the newly formed continent], Eldrin Chen and the other Ji Continent Dao Lord [masters of the Dao, supreme cultivators] gathered together, each wearing expressions of profound satisfaction and joy. Original publication: *audio-novel.com* - The source of this chapter.

Now, on the verge of the continent's ascension, Eldrin Chen and his allies had widely invited friends and comrades to lend their aid in the coming struggle.

Regrettably, many were daunted by the formidable reputation of the Green Flood Dragon Demon Emperor. In the end, only fifteen True Lords arrived, among them were close confidants like Zixu the Daoist.

However, to Eldrin Chen's surprise, two mighty figures of exceptional power answered the call this time.

Of these two, one was Nine Rivers Daoist, and the other was none other than Lilith, Mistress of Desire.

Nine Rivers Daoist had been personally invited by Eldrin Chen. Eighty years prior, his cultivation had advanced another step, reaching the lofty Nascent Soul Great Perfection realm. He stood as a pillar of strength among the gathered allies.

It was Lilith, Mistress of Desire's arrival that was truly unexpected. She had not come at Eldrin Chen's behest, but rather in response to a personal plea from Kael Chen.

This left the assembly astonished. Lilith, Mistress of Desire's own cultivation had already soared to Nascent Soul Great Perfection. With her foundation as a Heavenly Dao Nascent Soul, she was widely regarded as one destined to attempt the breakthrough to Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core and highest essence of a cultivator] in the future.

For a cultivator at such a critical juncture, confronting the Green Flood Dragon Demon Emperor now meant needlessly inviting calamity upon oneself, diminishing the odds of a future successful ascent to Primordial Spirit.

As it turned out, Kael Chen had, during his youthful travels across the land many years ago, forged a deep friendship with Lilith, Mistress of Desire. She had become his cherished confidante, a bond of crimson threads and shared understanding.

Had Kael Chen not been abducted by Thanatos the God-Slayer all those years ago, their story might have unfolded along a vastly different path.

Now, as the ascension of the new continent was imminent, Kael Chen took the opportunity to send a letter to Lilith, Mistress of Desire. To his surprise, she actually came.

Upon reflection, however, this was quite reasonable. Heavenly Dao Nascent Soul [a supreme Nascent Soul realm achieved by comprehending a Heavenly Dao] cultivators in the world were exceedingly rare. Such peerless immortal maidens often held themselves in high esteem and looked down upon ordinary cultivators of the same rank.

Furthermore, most male cultivators who reached the Heavenly Dao Nascent Soul realm had more than one concubine. Someone like Kael Chen, who had remained solitary until now, was actually quite rare. No wonder Lilith, Mistress of Desire viewed him differently.

Regardless, with the assistance of two Nascent Soul Great Perfection [the pinnacle stage of the Nascent Soul realm] powerhouses—Nine Rivers Daoist and Lilith, Mistress of Desire—everyone felt their confidence in successfully elevating the continent had greatly increased.

Thinking this, Eldrin Chen clasped his hands and said, "With your esteemed assistance this time, we are certain to succeed in forging the new continent. I offer my sincere thanks to you all once more."

"There is no need for such formalities."

The others also wore smiles. Nine Rivers Daoist stroked his beard and said, "Your Excellency managed to slay even the Golden-Winged Great Peng Demon Emperor. What fear should we have of a mere Green Flood Dragon Demon Emperor, who is also at the Half-Step Primordial Spirit [a transitional state between Nascent Soul and Primordial Spirit] realm?"

"Our presence here is merely adding splendor to an already splendid tapestry."

After the True Lord [an honorific title for high-level cultivators, often at the Nascent Soul realm or above] exchanged pleasantries, Zixu the Daoist asked with a smile, "Might I inquire as to the name chosen for the new continent?"

"We have already deliberated and decided," came the reply. "It shall be called the Myriad Ruins Continent."

Gazing at the map before him, Eldrin Chen could not help but smile.

Upon the map, the Myriad Ruins Continent encompassed the Chen Nation, the Yvonne Nation, the Ling Nation, as well as the Golden Wing Nation where Golden Wing Peak was located, and the Golden Roc Nation where Divine Bird Peak was situated, among other lands.

At its widest point, its territory spanned a staggering twenty-three million Li-length [one Li-length equals five hundred meters], while its narrowest point still measured fourteen million Li-length [one Li-length equals five hundred meters]. It was a full three times the size of the Ji Continent, qualifying it as an exceptionally rare and vast continent.

A supreme continent of this caliber, compared to minor continents like the Heavenly Lake Continent where Zixu the Daoist resided, possessed a territory over a dozen times larger.

Once fully developed, it would likely be sufficient to nurture over a dozen Fifth Rank Spirit Mountain [mountains imbued with potent spiritual energy], support the proliferation of countless mortals, and provide resources ample enough to sustain the cultivation of seventy to eighty True Lord [a high-ranking cultivator].

A single continent producing seventy to eighty True Lord [a high-ranking cultivator]—aside from those few Dao Lord Sacred Land [sanctified lands ruled by a Dao Lord], such a pinnacle continent could likely rank within the top three across the entire Eastern Wastelands. Access the full story on audio-novel dot com.

This was not like the The Vast Sea. Although that The Vast Sea stretched eight million Li-length [one Li-length equals five hundred meters] across, the majority of it was water. This imposed a ceiling on both its mortal population base and the number of cultivators it could support.

Consequently, the resources yielded by the The Vast Sea, such as Five Elements Essence [a refined spiritual essence containing the power of the five elements], had an inherent limit. Ultimately, they would fail to keep pace with the progression of Eldrin Chen's cultivation.

Furthermore, according to Eldrin Chen's estimation, within the territory of the Heaven's Ruin Continent, there should be hidden at least one or two large Spirit Stone Mine [a vein of mineral that stores spiritual energy]. If these could be developed, the results might prove even more astonishing.

Suppressing the excitement in his heart, Eldrin Chen clasped his hands towards the assembled group and declared, "We shall prepare to elevate this land to a Great Continent one month from now."

"All of you, go and rest. It seems a fierce battle is imminent."

After the meeting concluded, Eldrin Chen did not linger. He quietly made his way to Virtuous Peak and met with Magnus the Virtuous.

Now, after more than two hundred years, Magnus the Virtuous's injuries had fully healed. Seeing Eldrin Chen arrive, he inquired, "How do you assess the situation?"

"With our current strength alone, we are already confident in confronting the Green Flood Dragon Demon Emperor."

Magnus the Virtuous nodded upon hearing this, then glanced at the map and said, "If you intend to seize the territory of the Golden-Winged Roc, then the northern part of the Myriad Ruins Continent will border the lands of the Primordial Savage Bull."

"The strength of that Primordial Savage Bull lineage is not to be underestimated. Will you be able to hold them off?"

Hearing this, Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly. There were several Demon Emperor domains in the north of the Myriad Ruins Continent. The others were ruled by Demon Emperors at the Nascent Soul Early to Mid Stage level and posed little threat.

Only the Primordial Savage Bull lineage was a formidable adversary not to be taken lightly. That clan possessed five Nascent Soul Demon Emperors, with the strongest among them having attained the Nascent Soul, 8th Tier realm.

Considering this, Eldrin Chen spoke, "This time, Nine Rivers Daoist has also come. He can be tasked with holding off the Primordial Savage Bull clan. The other, weaker Demon Emperor domains are of little concern."

"With his nine Heavenly River Immortal Swords and the great surge in Mana [the spiritual energy used to power spells and techniques] after his breakthrough to Nascent Soul Great Perfection, he truly has no fear of facing multiple opponents."

Magnus the Virtuous gave a nod, a faint smile gracing his lips as he spoke, "Then I shall not intervene. I will seize this opportunity to enter seclusion and attempt my breakthrough into the Half-Step Nascent Soul Realm [a transitional state between the Golden Core and Nascent Soul realms]."

It turned out that not long before, Eldrin Chen had already discussed and settled upon this plan with Magnus the Virtuous.

If Eldrin Chen and the others lacked the confidence to withstand an assault from the Green Flood Dragon Demon Emperor, he would emerge from seclusion to aid them in establishing the continent.

However, if the forces of the Myriad Ruins Continent were confident in their defense, then Magnus the Virtuous would take advantage of the moment when all eyes were drawn to the events on Ji Continent, using the cover to complete his Earth Soul Guidance [a profound cultivation technique for guiding and stabilizing one's Earth Soul] and achieve its proper alignment. Experience the full epic at AUDIO-NOVEL.COM.