Chapter 783 : Guardians of the Demonic Abyss

Within the Purple Realm [a higher realm of existence], to guard against any mishap befalling the Cosmic Star Archipelago [a vast archipelago of mystical islands], a significant number of Nascent Soul Dao Lord [powerful cultivators who have formed their Nascent Soul] have consistently been dispatched to take turns garrisoning the Star Archipelago [the archipelago of stars].

The major Human Race [human] domains would also consult and arrange for personnel to be sent to reinforce the garrison.

Among them, the Eastern Sea Cultivation World [the cultivation world of the Eastern Sea] and the Eastern Barrens Cultivation World [the cultivation world of the Eastern Wastelands] bore greater responsibility, requiring them to dispatch more Nascent Soul Dao Lord [powerful cultivators who have formed their Nascent Soul] to stand guard there.

This was because these two regions were closest to the Demonic Abyss [a chasm of demonic energy and corruption]; should any disturbance arise, they would bear the brunt of it first, making their duty inescapable.

In the past, after Dorian, the Sage Lord [a sage lord] broke through to the Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator] realm, he went to the End of the Demonic Abyss [the edge of the Demonic Abyss] and held vigil for several centuries.

Now that the Three Veins Immortal Alliance [an alliance of three immortal lineages] had successively given birth to three Nascent Soul Dao Lord [powerful cultivators who have formed their Nascent Soul], Riverlord Chang [a true lord] thus wished to discuss with them, asking them to select one person to go and garrison the End of the Demonic Abyss [the edge of the Demonic Abyss] for a period of time.

After understanding his intent, Magnus the Virtuous [a true lord] spoke, "Since that is the case, then let me be the one to go and stand guard."

"Very well."

Hearing this, Jaxian Huan [a daoist] also nodded, a trace of relief coloring his expression as he said, "With a Dao Lord [a lord of the Dao] going to garrison the Demonic Abyss [a chasm of demonic energy and corruption], my senior brother can finally return to the Eastern Wastelands [the Eastern Wastelands]."

"My cultivation to this day was made possible entirely by the efforts of our seniors guarding the End of the Demonic Abyss [the edge of the Demonic Abyss]. Now that I have achieved some success in my cultivation, it is only right that I give something back." Discover more cultivation stories at audio-novel .c om.

Magnus the Virtuous [a cultivator renowned for his unwavering moral character] wore a serene expression as he spoke with calm detachment.

Eldrin Chen [the protagonist, a cultivator from the Chen Clan] gave a slight nod of understanding. The senior apprentice-brother of Jaxian Huan [a powerful cultivator] was none other than 'Haoyuan the Dao Lord' [a Dao Lord, a master of profound cultivation], the foremost disciple of the Long River [a major river and region] Daoist.

This individual was once hailed as the foremost Heaven's Chosen [a title for a prodigy blessed by heaven] of the Eastern Wastelands [a vast, desolate region]. Having attained the Dao [the path of cultivation] for over three thousand years, he had long been stationed at the End of the Demonic Abyss [the deepest, most perilous part of a demonic chasm] in his master's stead. His cultivation had already reached the formidable Third Layer of Nascent Soul [the third stage of the Nascent Soul realm, a high level of power].

Now, Haoyuan the Dao Lord needed to begin preparations to assail the Primordial Spirit, Mid Stage [the mid-stage of the Primordial Spirit realm, an even higher state of being]. It was indeed no longer suitable for him to remain guarding the End of the Demonic Abyss.

Seeing Magnus the Virtuous agree, Jaxian Huan continued with evident delight, "Since you, Senior, are willing to take up the watch at the End of the Demonic Abyss, we shall naturally ensure you are not slighted."

"If you guard the Demonic Abyss [the demonic chasm] until the next great calamity erupts, then as compensation, the Violet Immortal Alliance [a powerful alliance of immortal cultivators] will bear the cost of the Five Elements Essence [a refined spiritual essence containing the power of the five elements] required for the advancement of your Virtuous Heaven Sword [a legendary sword of immense power]."

"Then I shall accept with gratitude," he replied.

Magnus the Virtuous gave a firm nod. For him, this was a most favorable arrangement.

The Five Elements Essence was something he urgently needed. Furthermore, the Sixth Rank Spiritual Vein [a high-grade source of spiritual energy] within the Star Archipelago [an archipelago of islands] could provide the abundant spiritual energy [the vital energy that flows through all living things and the world] required to consolidate his cultivation base.

Jaxian Huan was also quite pleased, his mission now accomplished. As this thought settled, another matter came to his mind, and he spoke once more.

"There is actually another matter for which I have come, hoping to ask Eldrin, the Abyssal Junior for a favor."

"Oh?" Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly as he pondered and asked, "Might I inquire as to what matter?"

That Jaxian Huan took a deep breath, his expression a mixture of worry and anticipation, and said, "My Master is preparing to open the alchemical furnace to refine a batch of Nascent Soul Pills [legendary pills that aid in the breakthrough to the Nascent Soul realm]."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen's pupils involuntarily contracted a fraction.

Within the Eastern Wastelands, all three of the Human Race's major Sacred Lands cultivate the Nascent Soul Flower [a rare spiritual herb essential for refining the Nascent Soul Pill]. Even top-tier Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator, a realm beyond the Golden Core] Sacred Lands like the Feathered Pavilion grow these flowers as part of their Deep-Seated Foundation [the profound and enduring foundational resources of a major power].

After the Chen Clan overthrew the Fang Clan, they acquired the Deep-Seated Foundation that the Fang Clan had accumulated over several millennia. Now, within the Spirit Medicine Garden of Gu Yuan Mountain, they also cultivate two stalks of Nascent Soul Flower.

These three stalks of Nascent Soul Flower have medicinal ages of three thousand years and eight thousand years, respectively.

It is precisely for this reason that within the Eastern Wastelands, approximately every millennium, one or two precious batches of Nascent Soul Pills are refined.

Among the Human Race of the Eastern Wastelands, the most skilled master of Alchemy [the art of refining spiritual pills and elixirs] is the Daoist of Long River. His Alchemy has reached the mid-grade of the Sixth Rank [a high level of mastery in alchemical arts]. For several millennia, almost all these Nascent Soul Pills have been refined by the Daoist of Long River.

Calculating the time, the last refinement of Nascent Soul Pills was eight hundred years ago. This new opening of the furnace to refine them again is, therefore, within expectations.

With this thought in mind, Eldrin Chen spoke, "Senior Long River wishes to refine the Nascent Soul Pill [a legendary elixir that aids in the breakthrough to the Nascent Soul realm]. Is there something you require my assistance with?"

"Indeed," Jaxian Huan nodded and then explained, "Refining the Nascent Soul Pill requires thirty-six types of Fifth Rank Spirit Medicine [exceptionally rare spiritual herbs of the highest grade]. We have been unable to gather all these treasures in a short time."

"We are currently lacking seven specific Spirit Medicine [spiritual herbs]. As the Alliance Leader of the Three Veins Ancient Domain, I thought to seek your aid, Eldrin, the Abyssal Junior."

"Senior Long River refining the Nascent Soul Pill is a momentous event for the entire Eastern Wastelands. Naturally, this junior must offer his support."

After reviewing the pill formula, Eldrin Chen nodded and agreed to the matter without hesitation.

The Three Veins Ancient Domain was vast and rich in resources, home to several hundred Nascent Soul Immortal Clan [powerful clans with Nascent Soul cultivators]. While gathering all thirty-six types of Fifth Rank Spirit Medicine at once was a significant challenge, procuring seven of them was more than manageable. This chapter is part of a larger work available at audio . novel . com.

In truth, the Long River Sacred Land was not entirely incapable of gathering the required Spirit Medicine. The issue was that some herbs had not yet reached their optimal maturity. Waiting for them would waste one or two centuries, which might not be a worthwhile trade.

Not long after, Eldrin Chen utilized the channels of the Three Veins Immortal Alliance to gather the seven required Spirit Medicine. He presented them to Jaxian Huan with a smile, saying:

"I offer my sincere wishes here and now, Brother Jaxian, for your successful communion with the Heavenly Soul [the celestial aspect of one's spirit, a crucial step in the Nascent Soul breakthrough], and your triumphant ascension to the realm of a Nascent Soul Dao Lord [a master of the Dao who has achieved the Nascent Soul realm]."

"Hahaha! I shall gratefully accept your auspicious words!"

Jaxian Huan let out a hearty laugh, a flicker of excitement gleaming in the depths of his brow.

This time, for Riverlord Chang's refinement of the Nascent Soul Pill [a legendary elixir that aids in the breakthrough to the Nascent Soul realm], regardless of how many were successfully forged, it was foreseeable that one would ultimately fall into his hands.

At present, Jaxian Huan was over four thousand eight hundred years old, and his cultivation had already reached the Half-Step Primordial Spirit [a state of being on the very cusp of the Primordial Spirit realm] for more than eight hundred years.

Having consumed three Longevity Pill [elixirs that extend a cultivator's lifespan], he was now at the absolute peak of his vital energy and blood, the most opportune moment for him to attempt his breakthrough into the Primordial Spirit [the realm of the primordial soul, a major milestone in cultivation].

If he missed this chance, once he passed the age of five thousand, breaking through to Primordial Spirit would likely become far more difficult.

The next time the Eastern Wilderness would refine Nascent Soul Pill, it might take nearly a Millennium [a span of one thousand years]. By that time, Jaxian Huan's vital energy and blood would be nearing exhaustion, drastically reducing his chances of success.

His situation would then become exceedingly awkward: either gamble everything on one final attempt using his last chance to extend his life, or be forced to undergo Reincarnation Tribulation [a perilous process of discarding one's physical form to be reborn, preserving one's cultivation base but losing the innate vital energy of one's original body].

Yet, if he chose reincarnation, lacking the nurturing warmth of that innate vital energy, his odds of a successful breakthrough would grow even more slender.

If he did not reincarnate and instead used a Life-Extending Spiritual Object [a rare treasure that grants additional lifespan], it would only add a Millennium of life; failure then would mean utter, irrevocable ruin.

Therefore, if he failed to break through this time, Jaxian Huan's future hopes of reaching the Primordial Spirit would, in truth, be greatly diminished.

Just as the Celestial Profound Sect Master of old, who in his twilight years attempted to break through to the Primordial Spirit Realm [the spiritual core realm beyond the Nascent Soul] seven or eight times in succession, he utterly exhausted the Deep-Seated Foundation [the accumulated spiritual resources and legacy of a force] of the Heaven's Profound Sect yet never succeeded, indirectly leading to the sect's downfall.

After all, judging by the Deep-Seated Foundation the Heaven's Profound Sect possessed in those years, it should have been entirely possible to nurture another Half-Step Primordial Spirit [a cultivator who has touched the threshold of the Primordial Spirit Realm but not fully ascended].

Returning to the matter at hand, having obtained these various Spiritual Object [objects imbued with spiritual energy], Jaxian Huan would have sufficient materials to open his alchemical furnace and refine the Nascent Soul Pill [a legendary pill that aids in forming a Nascent Soul] upon his return. Overjoyed, he said:

"I heard you have been seeking Wood Source Divine Jade [a divine jade containing the pure essence of the Wood element] these past years. I specifically brought one for you. Consider it as payment for these Spirit Medicine [herbs infused with spiritual energy]."

Eldrin Chen's eyes lit up upon hearing this. Taking the Wood Source Divine Jade, he said, "You are most thoughtful, Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for a fellow cultivator]."

After seeing Jaxian Huan off, Eldrin Chen immediately returned to the Spirit Isle Lake, and his days resumed their former tranquility. For the best reading experience, visit audio_novel.com.