Chapter 802 Goodbye Riverlord Chang (Person Name)

By then, he might even have a chance to challenge the Half-Immortal Realm, grasping a sliver of possibility to ascend as a true immortal.

At this thought, Riverlord Chang (Person Name) was naturally overjoyed.

At that moment, he glanced at Eldrin and said with a smile, "The reason I asked you to come this time is because there's something I wish to discuss with you."

"Oh." Eldrin was momentarily taken aback before hurriedly asking, "Please speak, Senior."

Riverlord Chang (Person Name) adopted a solemn expression before speaking, "Regarding this Abyssal Cataclysm, I intend to have your 3 branches of the Immortal Alliance remain stationed in Eastern Wastelands (Location) instead of participating in frontline battles."

"Huh?"

Eldrin was taken aback and couldn't help but ask, "What do you mean by that, Senior?"

Eldrin could not help but be stunned. The current 3 Veins Immortal Alliance boasted 3 Primordial Spirit Dao Lords: Lord Calmsea Daoist, Magnus the Virtuous Lord, and Lord Featherflight Daoist.

In addition, Eldrin and his 4 dao companions, all possessing the combat prowess of Pure Yang spiritual treasures, could truly be described as a formidable force with abundant strength.

With such formidable power, yet refusing to join the war against the Abyssal Cataclysm—this was truly perplexing.

Logically speaking, even if they were to guard the Eastern Wastelands (Location), they should have at least dispatched some of their forces.

Riverlord Chang (Person Name) observed the scene and remarked, "The newly ascended Dao Lords from your 3 branches of the Immortal Alliance have only just broken through to the Nascent Soul realm. Their strength remains insufficient to confront the Cataclysm of the Demonic Abyss."

"It would be better to stay and consolidate your cultivation base. Wait until you've grown stronger after a 1000 years, then join the battle—it won't be too late."

Eldrin shook his head and inquired, "The Yao Xi Fairy of Yao Xi Palace has barely broken through to the Nascent Soul stage for less than 2 100 years. I fear her foundation still cannot compare to that of Elder Hao Ran or Brother Ding Hai."

"What matter could possibly compel you, Senior, to seek to prevent our participation in this battle? We humbly request your guidance."

"Alas."

Seeing Eldrin pressing for details, Riverlord Chang let out a sigh before speaking. "Very well, there is no harm in telling you."

"Did you know that as early as 6 100 years ago, the Heaven-Gazing Mirror had already predicted this Abyssal Cataclysm would be a calamity unseen for 3 1000 years?"

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"This..."

Eldrin's face paled dramatically, a flicker of astonishment crossing his features.

It turned out that as early as 6 100 years ago, the Demigod Ancestor (Cultivation Realm) 'Heaven-Gazing Dao Lord' of the Central Ancestral Domain had perceived a glimpse of the future through the power of the Heaven-Gazing Mirror.

According to the words of the Heavenly Dao Sovereign, this tribulation was an unprecedented catastrophe—should the Violet Realm fail to withstand it, it faced the peril of complete annihilation.

Riverlord Chang feared that Eldrin (Person Name) might perish prematurely during this tribulation, and thus sought to keep Eldrin (Person Name) behind to preserve their strength until he could break through to the Nascent Soul stage and rejoin the battle.

"The opening of the ancient immortal's cave dwelling in the Far North Ice Plains is itself an omen that the great calamity approaches."

Riverlord Chang (Person Name) spoke with measured deliberation, a trace of unease coloring his words: "You are now a Soul Seed marked for death by the Outer Demons. Without combat prowess capable of slaying Soul-level entities, I fear even this old man cannot guarantee your protection."

"Fortunately, my cultivation has advanced significantly, and my standing within the Violet Realm has grown accordingly. This allows me to keep you stationed in the rear lines, temporarily shielding you from this calamity."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin (Person Name) felt a faint tremor in his heart.

Riverlord Chang was fully aware that this tribulation was destined to be perilous beyond measure, yet he still resolved to help them evade it—a testament to his profound and heartfelt devotion.

At this thought, he couldn't help but ask, "In this battle, am I truly not allowed to contribute in any way?"

"Lend a hand?" Riverlord Chang chuckled, then remarked, "If you could slay a single Nascent Soul Dao Lord, then perhaps you might possess some capability to protect yourself and slightly influence the battlefield."

"Only..."

At this point, Riverlord Chang (Person Name) shook his head with a wry smile and said, "Since time immemorial, I have never heard of anyone at the Nascent Soul stage single-handedly slaying a Pure Yang cultivator."

"Even Emperor Jiang failed to accomplish this, nor could the ancient immortals of bygone eras. You needn't trouble yourself with such thoughts either."

"Slaying a Pure Yang cultivator with only a Nascent Soul form?"

Eldrin's gaze steadied, yet in the end, he remained silent and withdrew into stillness.

Seeing this, Riverlord Chang (Person Name) nodded and said, "There's no need for you to worry too much. If the heavens fall, there's still this old man and those Demigod Ancestor (Cultivation Realm) to hold them up."

"While we can still hold out for a time, you must devote yourself to cultivation. If you can eventually ascend to immortality, you shall slay the extraterrestrial demons."

"To pave the way for future generations to reconnect with the immortal path—that would be enough for me."

"I understand, Senior."

Eldrin nodded, then recalled the matter concerning Seraphina Qu and proceeded to relay the entire sequence of events to Riverlord Chang.

Riverlord Chang (Person Name) remained perfectly composed. After listening, he remarked, "The Spirit Shell Clan possesses a tranquil disposition, making them truly the most suitable candidates for alliance."

"Since you have already made the Cycle Oath with her, it stands to reason that you trust her."

"Very well, I shall notify our human comrades in the Eastern Wastelands (Location). However, should they intercept the external calamity for the 7-colored Immortal Clam, you would owe them a personal favor."

"I understand, Senior."

Eldrin nodded slightly. Repaying this favor would be no simple matter—should any of the major sacred lands witness a cultivator breaking through to the Primordial Spirit realm, he would be obliged to intercept their heavenly tribulation.

Moreover, should any of the sacred lands fall into decline in the future, they would need to offer their support in due course.

In truth, the reason the Ji Clan could reclaim its status as a Dao Lord Sacred Land was because numerous sacred lands across the Violet Realm owed favors to the clan’s ancestors.

After handling these matters, Eldrin thought of Kael again and asked, "Might I inquire, Senior, about the current condition of my clansman?"

Baptized by the waters of the long river, the demonic nature within him had now been mostly cleansed.

"Yet while the demonic nature can be cleansed, the demonic heart remains indestructible. His demonic heart has already become 1 with his true essence."

Riverlord Chang (Person Name)娓娓道来，而后说道：“好在东荒祖河止水取之不尽，无穷水元之力日夜冲刷之下，任他魔心不灭，终究还会被一点点洗涤殆尽。”

"Once the Demonic Abyss Cataclysm concludes, his demonic heart will likely be completely eradicated."

After listening, Eldrin nodded but then sighed and said, "Our clan brother possesses an indomitable spirit—truly a natural-born seed for demonic cultivation."

"If not for the fear that he might fall under the control of the Outer Demons, perhaps this path would have been the most suitable for him."

Riverlord Chang (Person Name) also nodded and sighed, "Such is fate and destiny. After cleansing his demonic heart, how far he ultimately progresses shall depend entirely on his opportunities and fortune."

With that said, the 2 of them fell silent.

Before parting, that Riverlord Chang (Person Name) instructed: "I shall commence alchemy to refine the Primordial Spirit Elixir and the Pure Yang Elixir. The process will require 60 years to complete. Return then to claim the pills."

After bidding farewell to Riverlord Chang (Person Name), Eldrin (Person Name) immediately returned to the Myriad Ruins Continent (Location) via the teleportation array.

He found Lyra (Person Name), Seiki (Person Name), and the others, informing them of the details of this journey.

After listening, Lyra (Person Name) said with a solemn expression, "It seems this calamity is no trivial matter. We must begin our preparations as well."

"Hmm, I should first help Seraphina Qu (Person Name) achieve her Soul Projection breakthrough, then focus on diligent cultivation to swiftly guide her Earthly Soul."

"Very well," Eldrin said, then instructed his clan to begin gathering breakthrough resources for Seraphina Qu.

Seraphina Qu's foundational reserves were no less formidable than those of a pure-blooded True Dragon. With her exceptionally noble bloodline, her chances of breaking through to the Nascent Soul realm were inherently immense.

The primary challenges were the External Tribulation and the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation. Her bloodline ability, the 7-Colored Immortal Light, was a grand supernatural power at the Pure Yang level, while the 7-Glory Immortal Shell Armor could also withstand the thunder tribulation. In theory, her chances of surviving the thunder calamity exceeded 50 percent.

However, just to be safe, Eldrin lent her the Void-Suppressing Vial for refinement, ensuring she could successfully weather the lightning tribulation.