Chapter 768 : The Blazing Immortal Jujube Tree

Solar Fire Path Master hesitated for a moment, but considering that Sea-Calmer Path Master had already broken through to the Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator] realm, he finally nodded and said, "Please, follow me."

He led the four of them into the Earth Vein [a subterranean channel of concentrated earth energy] within the Hinter Peaks, arriving shortly after at a Fifth Rank Mid-Grade Underground Fire Vein [a subterranean channel of concentrated fire energy].

Eldrin Chen stood within the Fire Vein, his brow slightly furrowed in contemplation as he gazed at the fiery red treasure tree before him, a look of astonishment appearing on his face.

It was a fiery red jujube tree. Every single leaf on its branches was covered in incredibly profound and mysterious Dao patterns, radiating an extremely dense power of fire origin.

Seeing this, the Solar Fire Path Master by his side spoke directly. "This tree is called the Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube Tree. Its grade is only Fifth Rank Mid-Grade, and it bears merely six Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube every thousand years."

"Do not be fooled by the scarcity of these Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube. They possess astonishing and marvelous properties. These jujubes contain the power of Heavenly Flame [a supreme-grade celestial fire] and Creation [the primordial force of genesis], and can aid an Infant Soul Cultivator [a cultivator at the Infant Soul stage] in breaking through the bottleneck to Infant Soul Late Stage."

Upon hearing this, everyone's expressions shifted slightly, revealing looks of shock and awe.

This Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube Tree was truly extraordinary. As its name implied, this immortal jujube tree could nurture the power of Blazing Third Fire.

Among the Five Elements [the five fundamental elements of Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth], Fire is divided into Bing Fire and Ding Fire. Among these, Stalwart Fire is the flame of a lamp, the fire that burns wood. The Blazing Third Fire, however, is a Yang Fire, the Primordial Solar Flame—the fire of the sun itself. It is also known as Heavenly Flame.

The Blazing Third Fire is fierce and violent. It scorns frost and humbles snow, fears not the restraint of water, and can refine Metallic Gold [the essence of the Metal element]. It possesses the merit of illuminating heaven and earth, shining upon the mountains, rivers, and all living things. It is the ultimate Yang within Yang. Enjoyed this chapter? Read more at audio-novel.com (official site).

Eldrin Chen's Primordial Solar Flame [a divine flame born from the essence of the sun], strictly speaking, also belongs to the category of Blazing Third Fire [a legendary, supreme-grade divine flame]. Exquisite Jiang's Samadhi Fire [a potent spiritual fire used in alchemy and cultivation], on the other hand, is of the Stalwart Fire [a powerful, enduring spiritual flame] lineage.

This Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube Tree [a mythical tree that bears fruit imbued with supreme fire essence] can draw upon the boundless Fire Vein [a subterranean ley line rich in fire-attribute spiritual energy] of heaven and earth, transforming it into the legendary source of Blazing Third Fire. The Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube [the fruit of the Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube Tree] it bears is the crystallized essence of Heavenly Flame [a rare and potent spiritual fire].

Such a Heavenly Flame divine object can replace the fabled Heavenly Path Pill [a legendary pill said to aid in breaking through major cultivation bottlenecks], assisting Infant Soul Mid Stage [the middle stage of the Infant Soul cultivation realm] cultivators in breaking through to the late stage, and even increasing their chances of success by twenty percent. Its value is simply immeasurable.

Indeed, this was precisely the case. Solar Fire Path Master [a title for a master of fire-attribute cultivation arts], who presided over this Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube Tree, could sell a batch of Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube every thousand years.

Because his Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube were sold cheaper than the Heavenly Path Pill—fetching only three hundred Heavenly Crystal [a high-grade, purified form of spirit stone] each—every time the jujubes ripened, they would be snapped up instantly by the fire-attribute Infant Soul True Lord [a title for a cultivator at the Infant Soul realm] of the Southern Ridge Cultivation World [a major region in the cultivation world].

Among the many Multiple Spiritual Roots [rare plants with potent spiritual properties] of the Chen Clan, only the Spiritual Peach Tree [a tree bearing spiritually potent peaches], the Immortal Apricot Tree [a tree bearing apricots that grant longevity], and the Eight Trigrams Treasure Tree [a mystical tree aligned with the Eight Trigrams] could compare to such a precious Worldly Spiritual Root [a top-tier spiritual plant]. The value of the others fell slightly short.

No wonder Solar Fire Path Master hesitated; even faced with the temptation of the Spirit Nurturing Grass [a rare herb that nourishes and strengthens the spirit], he was somewhat reluctant to part with the tree.

Sure enough, Solar Fire Path Master pondered for a moment before speaking. "The value of this object needs no further elaboration from me. Although your Mind-Concentrating Flower [a flower that aids in meditation and mental focus] is precious, it is still insufficient to trade for this Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube Tree."

"That is true,"

Eldrin Chen nodded. After a brief moment of contemplation, he said, "This object is indeed of immense value. I am willing to supplement the trade with an additional two thousand Heavenly Crystal. What do you think?"

That Mind-Concentrating Flower was worth over three thousand Heavenly Crystal [a high-grade spiritual mineral used as currency and for cultivation]. Adding these two thousand Heavenly Crystal to it, the combined value of the two items already amounted to half of a Primordial Spirit Pill [a legendary pill that aids in the breakthrough to the Primordial Spirit realm].

Although the Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube Tree was precious, it certainly could not compare to a single Primordial Spirit Pill. Furthermore, this tree was only at the Fifth Rank Mid-Grade [a specific tier of spiritual plant maturity], and it bore fruit only once every thousand years. This price was quite fair.

Solar Fire Path Master was in urgent need of Heavenly Crystal to purchase a Primordial Spirit Pill. Thus, he made his decision and said with a smile, "Judging by this price, Fellow Cultivator Eldrin has indeed been quite fair. It would be sheer ingratitude on my part to demand more."

"Hahaha, you flatter me, Fellow Daoist."

Eldrin Chen could not help but laugh heartily, a sense of satisfaction flashing in his heart. Both parties had obtained rare treasures from this transaction, making it a mutually beneficial and joyous occasion.

With this matter concluded, the group stayed at Solar Fire Path Master's Path-Field [a cultivator's personal domain for cultivation and seclusion] for three days before flying back to the Path Palace Sacred Land.

Traveling via the Teleportation Formation [a magical array for instantaneous long-distance travel] in the Eastern Region Great Wasteland, Eldrin Chen brought Sea-Calmer Path Master to the Gu Yuan Mountain Range.

Upon arriving before the Positive Water Immortal Pear Tree, Sea-Calmer Path Master looked at the ancient tree, which was clearly in the midst of an advancement, and exclaimed with wild joy, "It seems that after a century, my cultivation path will finally be secured."

Eldrin Chen also revealed a smile. After a long moment, he spoke, "This place lacks Water Essence Power [a profound power derived from the essence of water]. It is not yet the optimal Path-Field for your cultivation, Elder Brother. Please cultivate here for the time being."

"In the future, after I break through to Primordial Spirit [a high realm where one's spiritual core manifests as a primordial spirit], I will help you secure a superior Path-Field."

"Oh?"

Sea-Calmer Path Master [the revered master of the Sea-Calmer Path] furrowed his brow, his gaze turning towards the direction of the Eastern Barrens Ancestral River [the primordial river flowing through the desolate eastern lands]. After a long silence, he spoke in a low, measured tone, "There is no need for haste. That old crocodile is not to be underestimated. We must not act until we are absolutely certain of success."

"Understood," Eldrin Chen [the renowned cultivator Eldrin of the Chen clan] nodded in agreement. He then cupped his hands in a respectful farewell. "I must return to Myriad Ruins Province [the province of countless ancient ruins] for a time. I leave the defense of this place in your capable hands, Elder Brother."

"Set your mind at ease. With me stationed here, the Gu Yuan Mountain Range [the ancient and mist-shrouded Gu Yuan mountains] shall not be lost."

As he spoke, Sea-Calmer Path Master [the revered master of the Sea-Calmer Path] let his gaze drift thoughtfully towards the direction of the Central Ancestral Domain [the heartland of the ancestral human territories].

By his reckoning, a full decade had passed since the slaying of Mystery Heir Fang [the enigmatic heir of the Fang clan]. Though the Central Continent Fang Clan [the powerful Fang clan from the central continent] resided at an almost unimaginable distance, they should have begun to stir by now. This chapter is part of a larger work available at site: audio-novel.com.

Eldrin Chen [the renowned cultivator Eldrin of the Chen clan] also narrowed his eyes, a flicker of concern passing through them. "Before my departure, I arranged for messengers to inform the major Immortal Clan [powerful clans with deep cultivation legacies] of our intention to establish an Immortal Alliance [a grand coalition of immortal forces]," he stated.

"By now, the word has likely spread far and wide. Since we have returned, let us set the founding of the Immortal Alliance [a grand coalition of immortal forces] for one year from now."

"Very well,"

Sea-Calmer Path Master [the revered master of the Sea-Calmer Path] gave a firm nod. Once the Three Veins Ancient Domain Immortal Alliance [the Immortal Alliance of the Three Veins Ancient Domain] was formally established, he would be able to procure Five Elements Essence [a refined spiritual essence containing the harmonized power of Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth] at vastly reduced prices. Such a resource would be of immense benefit to his cultivation journey.

"..."

After bidding farewell to the Three Veins Ancient Domain, Eldrin Chen returned to the Myriad Ruins Province without delay.

Upon arriving at Green Chariot Mountain via the Teleportation Formation, he found that the Old Patriarch had already emerged from seclusion. Lila, who had been waiting, informed him, "The Patriarch has gone to the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire and is currently working to regulate the Earth Vein [a major spiritual energy channel within the earth]."

"Understood."

Eldrin Chen gave a nod and immediately set off for the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire.

The environment of the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire had improved considerably after years of careful management by the Chen Clan.

Within the entire Flaming Prison Sea of Fire, the Crimson Flame Spirit [fiery elemental beasts] had been nearly exterminated by the Chen Clan, and the surroundings had grown somewhat more tranquil.

In the past, only Violet Sanctum Cultivator [cultivators of the Violet Sanctum Realm] dared to enter the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire. Now, even Foundation Establishment Cultivator [cultivators of the Foundation Establishment Realm] could survive within its inner regions.

Furthermore, the Spirit Mountain [a mountain rich in spiritual energy] located beyond the Underground Fire Vein [a subterranean channel of fire energy] within the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire had been enveloped by a Formation [a mystical energy array] set up by the Chen Clan. It had become a place where even Vital Essence Refinement [Qi Refining Realm] cultivators could practice and reside.

Of course, this was only relative. The entire Flaming Prison Sea of Fire was still a landscape dominated by lava and flames, and the Heavenly Vault [the sky] above remained perpetually shrouded by clouds of Fire Fiend [malevolent fire energy entities].

Even a Foundation Establishment Cultivator [a cultivator who has built their spiritual foundation] would likely be unable to fly far within the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire [a vast, treacherous sea of perpetual magical flames] before their spiritual power was utterly depleted.

Returning to the main thread, Eldrin Chen encountered Eternal Profound Chen deep within the fiery expanse of the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire.

Three centuries had passed since their last meeting. Not only had the Old Granduncle successfully reforge [a profound process of spiritual and physical reconstruction] his physical body and Infant Soul [the nascent spiritual core of a high-level cultivator], but his cultivation had also been restored to the Infant Soul 4th Tier [the fourth stage of the Infant Soul realm].

However, he had squandered an entire lifetime's worth of longevity and three hundred years of time. His current progress now lagged far behind both Kael Chen and Lila. Even Silas Chen had recently broken through to the Infant Soul 4th Tier, catching up to his level.

Yet, the Old Granduncle's demeanor was one of serene acceptance. Upon seeing Eldrin Chen, he smiled warmly and said, "I never imagined, in the three centuries I spent in secluded cultivation, you would advance so tremendously. It seems entrusting the clan to your care was indeed the correct decision." Find thousands of chapters at site: audio-novel.com.