Chapter 877 : The Blossom of Enlightenment

Although Eldrin Chen's Mana [the foundational spiritual energy cultivated by practitioners] was exceptionally profound, consuming one of these pills could still advance his cultivation by roughly half a layer, sparing him a millennium of arduous work.

With these two Pure Yang Elixirs [supreme-grade pills that refine one's Yang energy and advance cultivation], he was confident he could break through to the second level of the Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator, representing a high stage of cultivation] realm within three centuries.

Such a precious item was not something he could refuse. He simply stated, "After these two batches of Pure Yang Elixirs are refined, I will leave three Treasure Pills [a general term for high-grade, valuable cultivation pills] for the Horizon Sea Pavilion."

"Very well,"

The Master of the Horizon Sea Pavilion nodded and said, "Then it is settled."

After obtaining the Heavenly Tribulation Jade Marrow [a rare spiritual material that aids in weathering heavenly tribulations] and the Pure Yang Elixirs, Eldrin Chen headed towards the Eastern Wastelands and soon returned to Spirit Isle Lake.

Shortly after his arrival at Spirit Isle Lake, Lyra Jiang and Verdant Consort sought him out. "You left for the Eastern Sea in such haste," they said, "there was news we hadn't yet shared."

"Now that you are back, you should hear this good news."

"Oh?" Eldrin Chen's eyes flickered with curiosity. "What matter brings you such delight?"

Verdant Consort exchanged a glance with Lyra Jiang and said with a smile, "During the years you were secluded refining pills, the clan's Enlightenment Blossom Tree [a mystical tree whose blossoms can grant profound insights] has fully recovered. Furthermore, the Purple Marrow Divine Fruit Tree [a divine tree bearing fruit that strengthens one's marrow and spirit] recently ascended to the Sixth Rank [a high tier of power for spiritual plants and artifacts]." The complete novel can be found at audio_novel.com.

"Truly?"

Eldrin Chen's face lit up with immense joy. Forgetting even the elation over the Heavenly Tribulation Jade Marrow, he immediately set off for the Hundred-Thousand-Mile Wilderness.

After over one thousand five hundred years of development, the Hundred-Thousand-Mile Wilderness was no longer a barren wasteland. Instead, it had transformed into a rare paradise within the Purple Realm.

This land was home to two Heaven and Earth Spiritual Root [a supreme spiritual plant that anchors the spiritual veins of heaven and earth]: the Purple Marrow Divine Fruit Tree and the Heaven and Earth Spirit Tea Tree. The former had already advanced to the Sixth Rank [a realm of immense power, equivalent to the Nascent Soul stage for cultivators], its majestic spiritual energy enveloping the entire Hundred-Thousand-Mile Wilderness.

Upon arriving at the Hundred-Thousand-Mile Wilderness, Eldrin Chen swept his divine sense across the hundred-thousand Li-length [one Li-length equals five hundred meters] expanse. Seeing the countless mortals and cultivators of the Chen Clan living in peace and prosperity, a faint smile touched his lips.

Within this hundred-thousand Li-length [one Li-length equals five hundred meters] realm, the Human Race no longer feared venomous insects or savage beasts, nor dreaded floods or fires, and were safe from the depredations of Demonic Cultivator [cultivators who use malevolent and corrupt methods] and Demonic Tribe [tribes of demonic beings]. They could quietly multiply and thrive—this alone was a profoundly comforting sight.

A single thought traversed mountains; Ronan, the Horizon [a legendary weapon capable of bridging vast distances], was but a step away.

Almost without realizing it, Eldrin Chen arrived before a great city.

After a few more strides, he stood before a towering divine tree that seemed to pierce the heavens.

Unlike the Spirit Peach Tree or the Ancient Enlightenment Tea Tree, this Purple Marrow Divine Fruit Tree was a true colossus, a divine tree of staggering height and presence.

It stood three thousand Zhang-length [one Zhang-length equals three point three three meters] tall, its entire form enveloped in a divine violet radiance and an aura of the Dao [the fundamental principle or path in Chinese philosophy]. Each of its leaves was densely inscribed with Dao Patterns [mystical patterns that embody the fundamental laws of the cosmos].

"A magnificent treasure," he murmured.

Gazing upon the Purple Marrow Divine Fruit Tree, Eldrin Chen could not help but reveal a faint smile.

This Purple Marrow Divine Fruit Tree contained boundless Dao Patterns within it, each leaf and branch possessing astonishing profundity.

Plucking a single leaf and refining it slightly could transform it into a Magical Treasure Immortal Sword [an immortal-grade enchanted blade]. A small twig could be forged into a Pure Yang Spiritual Treasure [a spiritual treasure of the highest, purest Yang essence].

And the most crucial Purple Marrow Divine Fruit, they had acquired an even more divine and wondrous mystery.

Observing the three divine fruits upon the tree, Eldrin Chen performed a brief divination before saying with a smile, "This Purple Marrow Divine Fruit Tree blossoms once every Millennium [a period of one thousand years], bears fruit once every Millennium, and ripens once every Millennium."

"Once matured, the three fruits it produces contain the profound wonder of Creation [the primordial act of creation], capable of aiding cultivators in comprehending Pure Yang Divine Ability [divine abilities of the highest, purest Yang essence]."

"An ordinary Nascent Soul Dao Lord [a cultivator who has reached the Nascent Soul realm and is addressed as a Dao Lord] obtaining one would be sufficient to comprehend one Pure Yang Divine Ability, or to perfect the refinement method for a top-grade Innate Pure Yang Spiritual Treasure [a spiritual treasure born of pure Yang essence, not crafted by mortal hands]."

Pausing briefly here, he continued, "For those of us with transcendent comprehension like you and I, consuming one fruit might allow us to advance a Pure Yang Divine Ability to the Great Perfection Realm [the ultimate stage of mastery for a technique or ability]."

"This item is indeed precious."

Lila nodded, a glimmer of delight shining in her eyes.

The Purple Marrow Divine Fruit [a legendary fruit said to enhance divine comprehension] holds immeasurable value. If a great power at the Primordial Spirit, Late Stage [the advanced stage of spiritual core cultivation] consumes it, they can save a vast amount of time needed to comprehend Divine Ability [supernatural powers derived from profound laws] or to perfect their Lifebound Spiritual Treasure [a magical artifact bound to a cultivator's life force]. It could allow them to cultivate an additional Superior Grade Spiritual Treasure [a top-tier magical artifact] or Great Vehicle Divine Ability [a supreme-level supernatural power], significantly boosting their combat prowess.

Eldrin Chen plucked the Purple Marrow Divine Fruit, taking one for myself as he said, "This time, I obtained the Heavenly Tribulation Jade Marrow [a rare spiritual material born from heavenly tribulation lightning]. The most crucial treasure for cultivating the Grand Five Elements Pure Yang Divine Thunder [a supreme divine thunder technique of the five elements] is now assembled."

"This Purple Marrow Divine Fruit truly arrives at an opportune moment. It is time to commission someone to gather that Five Elements Tribulation Lightning Liquid [a liquid essence refined from the lightning of a five-element tribulation]."

Lyra Jiang also nodded, taking one Purple Marrow Divine Fruit before stating, "I shall take one. It should enable me to master the 'Five-Colored Divine Radiance' [a divine light technique of five colors]." Read the full novel exclusively on audio-novel . com.

"Very well."

Everyone nodded in agreement. That Five-Colored Divine Radiance was the most powerful Divine Radiance Divine Ability [a category of supernatural powers manifesting as radiant light] within the Purple Realm [a major realm in the cultivation world].

It was said that once mastered, a mere flick of the sleeve could subdue all things within its grasp. Anything still bound by the Five Elements [the fundamental forces of Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth] would be restrained by it; even a Nascent Soul Dao Lord [a supreme cultivator whose nascent soul has merged with the Dao] could be suppressed with a turn of the hand.

While Lyra Jiang's innate talent in the path of the Great Five Elements Divine Thunder [a powerful five-element thunder technique] did not match Eldrin Chen's, her comprehension of Divine Ability within the lineage of Divine Radiances was by no means lacking.

Now, she had abandoned cultivating the Great Five Elements Divine Thunder and focused her efforts entirely on comprehending the Five Elements Divine Radiance. Her aim was to master this Divine Ability [a supreme supernatural power cultivated by immortals], hoping to lend Eldrin Chen a powerful hand in the future.

In truth, her choice was sound. A cultivator's energy is finite, and before achieving immortality, one is bound by the limits of a lifespan. Naturally, it is impossible to master every single one of the Hundred Arts of Cultivation [a metaphorical term for the myriad paths and techniques of cultivation].

The path of cultivation involves both gain and sacrifice. Her innate comprehension could not match that of Eldrin Chen, so she dared not seek perfection in all things.

For her, mastering this 'Five-Colored Divine Radiance' would be enough—a single, supremely potent technique to overcome myriad challenges. If she could cultivate it to the Great Perfection Realm [the pinnacle stage of mastery for any technique or art], it would rival an 'Immortal Divine Ability' [a divine ability wielded by true immortals], allowing her to dominate the Primordial Spirit Realm [the Nascent Soul stage of cultivation] with near invincibility.

Seeing that only one of the three Purple Marrow Divine Fruit [a divine fruit that purifies and strengthens one's marrow and foundation] remained, Verdant Consort and Lila exchanged a glance.

Verdant Consort looked at Lila and yielded graciously, "You have inherited an Immortal's Dao Heritage [the legacy and teachings left by an immortal]. This last Purple Marrow Divine Fruit should go to you."

"There is no need," Lila quickly shook her head, declining the offer. "Whether in terms of Mana [the depth and potency of one's cultivated spiritual power] or innate talent and Creation [one's destined fortune and potential], I cannot compare to you, sister."

"This treasure is better suited for you. With your level of Mana, if you obtain it, you would even be able to contend with cultivators at the Primordial Spirit, Late Stage."

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen understood that Lila's reasoning was sound.

He took a deep breath and made the decision. "Since we are preparing to move against the Extraterrestrial Heavenly Demon [demonic beings from beyond this world], our priority must be to enhance our combat strength."

"If Verdant Consort refines the Pure Yang Elixir, she could break through to the second layer of the Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator], and her Mana [the spiritual energy used to cast spells and techniques] would be sufficient to rival a Primordial Spirit, Mid Stage cultivator."

"By then, after cultivating a Great Vehicle Divine Ability [a supreme-level mystical technique], she would pose a significant threat even to those at the Primordial Spirit, Late Stage."

Upon hearing this, the others understood the logic in Eldrin Chen's words, and thus the matter was settled.

With the three Purple Marrow Divine Fruit allocated, Eldrin Chen felt a measure of relief settle within him. He then spoke, "There is no need to rush into seclusion just yet. Let us first go and see the Enlightenment Blossom [a legendary flower said to grant profound insights]."

"Very well."

Lyra Jiang nodded in agreement, a flicker of excitement lighting within her heart.

The group flew towards The Vast Sea, soon arriving within the Water Vein [a concentrated, flowing channel of potent water-element spiritual energy] of Celestial Vault Isle.

Inside Celestial Vault Isle, Eldrin Chen saw Nyssa Qu. Upon seeing the figure in White Robe arrive, Nyssa Qu's heart swelled with joy. Yet, upon noticing the three immortal maidens by his side, a strange, inexplicable pang of sourness twisted within her.

She offered a slight bow, turning her head aside as she said, "Greetings, Young Master. Greetings to you all, Fellow Daoist [a respectful term used among cultivators]."

"There is no need for such formality, Fellow Daoist Qu."

As the Enlightenment Blossom [a rare spiritual herb that aids in achieving enlightenment] ripened, Lyra Jiang's heart swelled with joy, and she failed to notice the subtle shift in Nyssa Qu's expression.

It was Verdant Consort whose gaze sharpened, her eyes appraising Nyssa Qu with a keen, measured look before she gave a calm, almost imperceptible nod. Dive deeper into the Dao at *audio-novel.com*.