Chapter 854. Promotion to the Flaming Hellfire Sea Terrain

"Let me give it a try—perhaps this can help me advance my Fire Vein."

Eldrin did not delay any further, immediately handing over the Heart of the Primordial Flame Demon to the old clan leader.

Chen Changxuan took the Heart of the Primordial Flame Demon and, after a brief calculation, remarked, "By refining this through the Ascension Vein-Forging Grand Formation, we can catalyze the evolution of the Crimson Fire Immortal Jujube Tree and propel the advancement of the earth veins."

"However, with my current cultivation level, refining it would likely prove difficult."

Eldrin nodded and said, "With the aid of my Pure Yang Celestial Fire, it should take no more than 3 years to refine it completely."

"So be it."

Having made up their minds, the 2 began working to upgrade the Inferno Abyss Earth Vein.

With Eldrin's (Person Name) assistance, the Primordial Sun Celestial Flame was employed to refine this Ancient Infernal Demon's heart. After nearly 3 years of arduous work, they finally succeeded in completely refining the Ancient Infernal Demon's heart.

After being refined, this object was immediately employed by Chen Changxuan as the core of the subterranean fire vein array, channeling the boundless power of the earth's fiery currents.

From the heart of that Primordial Flame Demon immediately flowed an exceptionally pure stream of Pure Yang Fire Essence power.

This object contained the greater part of the essence of a peak Ninth-Level Nascent Soul supreme expert. Its fire elemental power was so pure and immense that it could cause a Nascent Soul cultivator to explode from overwhelming energy.

At this moment, guided by Chen Changxuan's formation, this immense power split into 3 streams, merging respectively into the Crimson Fire Immortal Jujube Tree, the Phoenix Egg, and the source of the fire vein.

"Swoosh—"

After absorbing the immense pure yang fire essence, the branches and leaves of the Fiery Sun Immortal Date Tree rustled loudly, while a subtle divine radiance bloomed upon its crimson foliage.

Eldrin clearly saw a dazzlingly brilliant Dao Pattern spreading from within the fire vein, each leaf now adorned with profoundly mysterious Dao Patterns.

Not only that, but 6 of the 9 Crimson Fire Immortal Dates had fallen from the tree, while the remaining 3 now radiated a fiery divine light, faintly emanating an increasingly mystical and potent pure yang energy.

Sixth-Level Bing Fire Immortal Jujube Tree.

Eldrin's eyes flickered slightly. As he had anticipated, the Heart of the Primordial Flame Demon had indeed saved the Li Fire Immortal Date Tree a 100 years of growth, allowing it to advance ahead of time to the sixth rank.

After the 6-tier Eldrin Fire Immortal Jujube Tree advanced, not only did its ability to regulate the earth veins greatly increase, but it also bore 3,000 6-tier 'Eldrin Fire Immortal Jujubes'.

After a brief calculation, he discovered that the advancement of the Fiery Sun Immortal Date to the sixth rank had brought about astonishing transformations in its mystical properties.

This sixth-tier, lower-grade Li Fire Immortal Jujube Tree would bear fruit every 1 1000 years from now on, producing 3 Li Fire Immortal Jujubes with each harvest.

This immortal date possesses boundless miraculous effects, containing infinite pure yang power that greatly aids cultivators in summoning their heavenly souls.

According to Eldrin's (Person Name) estimation, when a cultivator at the Half-Step Primordial Spirit (Cultivation Realm) attempts to break through to the Primordial Spirit stage, obtaining a single Bing Fire Immortal Jujube could increase their chances of success by approximately 10 percent.

Chen Changxuan soon grasped the wondrous effects of this Bing Fire Immortal Jujube Tree. Stroking his beard with a chuckle, he remarked, "With these Bing Fire Immortal Jujubes, our Chen Clan cultivators will have significantly greater odds of breaking through to the Nascent Soul realm in the future."

Hmph!

Eldrin also nodded, then turned his gaze toward the fiery vein source within the Flaming Prison's Sea of Fire.

But when the fiery vein source received the vast pure yang fire essence, it immediately burst forth with a dazzling divine light and began to circulate under the enhancement of the formation.

In that instant, the vast fiery energy of the molten lava beneath the earth's crust was drawn forth, surging upward against its natural flow into the Sea of Blazing Flames.

Seeing the vast fire elemental energy on the verge of erupting, Chen Changxuan’s expression shifted as he swiftly channeled the power of the formation to harmonize it.

Even this was not quite enough. Fortunately, the Fire Apricot Tree, now ascended to the sixth rank, proved truly extraordinary. It had deeply rooted itself into the boundless sea of magma, suppressing more than half of the chaotic fire elemental forces.

Moreover, with the Phoenix Egg suppressing it and absorbing over half of its chaotic fire elemental power, the situation in the Blazing Inferno—which had nearly erupted—was finally stabilized.

"Whew, that was close!"

Sensing the Flaming Prison's Sea of Fire gradually calming, Chen Changxuan couldn't help but let out a slight sigh of relief.

Advancing into the Blazing Inferno Abyss centuries ahead of schedule had drastically shortened the time required to upgrade the fire vein, yet it was indeed a rather audacious move.

Eldrin (Person Name) responded with a faint smile, "With the advancement of the Inferno Flame Sea, Elder Uncle, it is time for you to prepare for your breakthrough."

"Very well."

Chen Changxuan nodded, his expression turning grave.

He had long cultivated the Ascendant Immortal Vein-Forging Art, intertwining his fate with the Netherfire Abyss. Now that the Netherfire Abyss had advanced to the sixth rank, he could ride the momentum of this sixth-rank earth vein's ascension to break through to the Nascent Soul Realm in 1 decisive surge.

"Even so, he still voiced his concern, 'Within 3 years, I can break through. My only worry is the external tribulation.'"

"Leave the protection to me. There is no need for concern."

Eldrin shook his head and said, "The extraplanetary demons are currently regrouping, and the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor will most likely not take action."

The Elder Uncle nodded in agreement, for this indeed seemed to be an opportune moment to break through to the Nascent Soul stage.

Because the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor had also been severely wounded in that battle and had not yet fully recovered from his injuries, while he was not completely incapable of taking action, it was highly unlikely he would abandon his recovery for the sake of Chen Changxuan.

After all, Chen Changxuan was merely an unknown figure in the eyes of the Black Dragon. Had it been Eldrin (Person Name) attempting a breakthrough, there might have been some possibility of intervention.

However, in Eldrin's view, the likelihood of the Black Dragon taking action against him was probably quite low. After all, the Black Dragon still wished to reap the spoils of war—attacking him would be equivalent to tearing apart all pretense of civility with the human race.

Understanding this, the Elder Uncle took a deep breath and declared, "Then I shall begin my secluded cultivation, striving to break through to the Nascent Soul realm as soon as possible."

"Very well, Uncle. You may focus on your secluded cultivation with peace of mind. I shall serve as your Dharma Protector." Eldrin said with a gentle smile.

As soon as Chen Changxuan began his secluded cultivation to break through his realm, Eldrin commenced the deployment of the mountain-protecting formation.

Now that the Infernal Prison Blazing Sea's fire vein had advanced to the sixth rank and the spiritual vein grade had also been elevated, it required the protection of a sixth-rank formation.

To deploy a sixth-tier mountain protection array, aside from requiring a sixth-tier array master, the most crucial element is a sixth-tier Pure Yang Spiritual Treasure.

Within the Flaming Prison and Sea of Fire, it is best to utilize a sixth-grade fire-attribute spiritual treasure.

Eldrin originally possessed only a few Pure Yang spirit treasures. However, during the recent Demonic Abyss calamity, he slew several dozen Nascent Soul demonic cultivators and plundered numerous Pure Yin demonic artifacts from them.

Most of these demonic treasures were sinister artifacts, destroyed by Eldrin (Person Name) with the pure Yang heavenly flames.

However, a few were forged from rather precious sixth-order spiritual materials. After he purified their demonic energy with the Pure Yang Heavenly Flame, they became usable.

Among them, several pieces had been used by Eldrin to exchange for the Heart of the Primordial Flame Demon. Now that they had fallen into Eldrin's hands, only 3 remained.

These 3 treasures were respectively named the 'Demonic Dragon's Reverse Conquest Halberd (Magic Treasure)', the 'Dragon-Veined Obsidian Gold Shield (Magic Treasure)', and the 'Profound Heaven Crimson Flame Qi (Spiritual Root) Wheel (Magic Treasure).'

Among these 3 supreme treasures, the Demon Dragon's World-Reversing Halberd possessed the highest grade. After Eldrin had refined its demonic energy, it had become a mid-level Pure Yang Spiritual Treasure.

"As long as you break through to the Nascent Soul realm and anchor your soul within the Blazing Abyss of Flames, you shall become nearly indestructible—so long as the Blazing Abyss of Flames remains unconsumed."

Chapter 1: The Prodigy's Return The mountain peaks pierced the heavens like emerald swords, veiled in swirling mists where spiritual energy coalesced into visible streams. Upon the highest cliff stood a young man in azure robes, his eyes holding the weight of millennia despite his youthful appearance. "Yun Che, your 3 years of exile end today," an ancient voice echoed from behind him. Turning slowly, Yun Che bowed to the white-bearded elder. "Master, these 90-1000 nights of meditation have opened my eyes. The Ninth Cycle of the Heavenly Dao Art is finally within my grasp." The elder's staff glowed with faint runes. "The Grand Celestial Sect has fallen into decay during your absence. Our once-glorious institution now counts fewer than 5,000 disciples, and our spirit stone reserves have dwindled to a mere 120,000." Yun Che's gaze sharpened. "What of the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss?" "Lost," the elder sighed, "during the great battle with the Dark Moon Sect. But enough of this sorrowful accounting. Your cultivation has reached the Foundation Establishment stage - a dozen or so years ahead of schedule. This is our hope." A cold smile touched Yun Che's lips. "Then let us begin the reclamation. Summon the remaining elders. We have countless scores to settle." Suddenly, the air crackled with energy as 7 figures descended on glowing swords, their auras pressing down like mountains. "Yun Che!" roared their leader, a man with crimson eyes. "Did you truly believe we'd allow your return?" The young cultivator didn't flinch. "Eldrin," he said calmly, "I've been waiting for you." Golden light erupted from Yun Che's body, forming intricate patterns in the air. The very fabric of space seemed to warp around him as he raised a single hand. "Let me show you what true cultivation means."