Chapter 854 : Refining the Primordial Flame Heart

"Let us attempt it, to see if this object can be used to advance the Fire Vein [a subterranean channel of concentrated fire elemental energy]."

Eldrin Chen did not delay further. He immediately handed the Heart of the Primordial Flame Demon [the crystallized core of a primordial demon born of fire] to the Old Patriarch.

Eternal Profound Chen took the Heart of the Primordial Flame Demon and, after a brief calculation, said, "Refining this object with the Ascendant Immortal Vein-Creation Grand Formation [a grand formation designed to elevate and create spiritual energy veins] will allow us to trigger the advancement of the Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube Tree [a legendary spiritual tree bearing fire-attribute fruit], and it can also propel the Earth Vein [a subterranean channel of concentrated earth elemental energy] to a higher grade."

"However, with my current cultivation level, refining it will likely be difficult."

Eldrin Chen nodded and spoke, "I will assist you with the Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame [a supreme flame of pure yang and solar origin]. Together, we should be able to refine it within three years."

"That seems to be the only way."

Once their resolve was firm, the two began the work of advancing the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire [a vast, churning sea of subterranean fire] and the Earth Vein.

With Eldrin Chen's aid, using the Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame to refine the Heart of the Primordial Flame Demon, they labored for roughly three years before finally purifying the demon heart completely.

Once refined, Eternal Profound Chen immediately used the object as the Formation Eye [the central, controlling node of a magical formation] for the Underground Fire Vein, beginning to channel the boundless power of the Underground Fire Vein.

From within the heart of the Primordial Flame Demon, an incredibly pure stream of Primordial Solar [a supreme state of pure yang energy] Fire Elemental Power [the fundamental energy of the fire element] began to flow forth. The complete novel can be found at audio novel.com.

This object contained the greater part of the essence of a supreme existence at the Primordial Spirit 9th Tier. The Fire Elemental Power within it was of such pure and immense potency that it could literally cause a Primordial Spirit Cultivator to burst apart from the overwhelming energy.

Now, guided by the Formation laid down by Eternal Profound Chen, this vast power was divided into three streams. They flowed separately into the Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube Tree, the Phoenix Egg, and the very source of the Fire Vein.

"Rustle, rustle—"

After absorbing the immense Primordial Solar Fire Elemental Power, the leaves of the Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube Tree rustled loudly. A faint divine radiance bloomed upon its fiery red foliage.

Eldrin Chen could clearly see a dazzlingly brilliant Dao Pattern [a manifestation of a fundamental law of the cosmos] spreading forth from within the Fire Vein. The patterns on each leaf became profoundly more mysterious and profound.

Not only that, but six of the nine immortal jujubes on this Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube Tree fell away. The remaining three blazed with a crimson divine light, faintly possessing an increasingly miraculous power of the Primordial Solar realm.

"A Sixth Rank Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube Tree."

Eldrin Chen's eyes flickered slightly. As he had anticipated, the Heart of the Primordial Flame Demon had indeed saved the Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube Tree a full century of growth, allowing it to advance prematurely to the Sixth Rank realm.

After its promotion to Sixth Rank, this Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube Tree not only greatly enhanced its efficacy in regulating the Earth Vein, but it also bore three new Sixth Rank 'Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube' fruits.

After a brief mental calculation, he realized that the wondrous properties of the Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube had undergone a startling transformation upon reaching the Sixth Rank.

This Sixth Rank Low-Grade Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube Tree [a mystical tree bearing fruit of immense power] will bear fruit once every thousand years henceforth, each time producing three Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube [fiery immortal dates].

These immortal dates possess wondrous and boundless utility, containing immense Primordial Solar [the purest form of solar energy] power, offering significant aid to cultivators in attracting their Heaven Soul [a celestial soul fragment, a key component for ascension].

According to Eldrin Chen's estimation, when a Half-Step Primordial Spirit [a cultivator on the verge of forming their Primordial Spirit] cultivator attempts their Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a high-level cultivator] breakthrough, obtaining one Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube could increase their chances of success by approximately ten percent.

Eternal Profound Chen quickly grasped the profound value of this Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube Tree and, unable to contain his delight, stroked his beard with a chuckle. "With these Blazing Third Fire Immortal Jujube, our Chen Clan cultivators will have a greater chance of success in their future Primordial Spirit breakthroughs."

"Indeed!"

Eldrin Chen nodded in agreement, then shifted his gaze toward the source of the Fire Vein [a subterranean channel of concentrated fire energy] within the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire [a vast sea of magical flames].

The Fire Vein source, now infused with the vast Primordial Solar Fire Elemental Power [the fundamental energy of the fire element], immediately erupted with a dazzling divine radiance. Empowered by the Formation [a magical array or formation], it began to operate.

In that instant, the immense molten fire energy deep within the earth's crust was drawn forth, surging upward into the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire.

As this torrent of Fire Elemental Power threatened to erupt violently, Eternal Profound Chen's expression changed. He swiftly channeled the power of the Formation to mediate and harmonize the energies.

This alone was nearly insufficient. Fortunately, the Blazing Third Fire Immortal Apricot Tree [a sister tree to the jujube, also of immense power], now ascended to the Sixth Rank [a high tier of power for spiritual plants], proved truly Extraordinary. Its roots plunged deep into the endless sea of magma, suppressing more than half of the chaotic Fire Elemental Power.

Furthermore, the Phoenix Egg [a mysterious egg containing the essence of a phoenix] acted as a stabilizer, siphoning away the majority of its violently surging Fire Elemental Power [the fundamental energy of the fire element]. This intervention was crucial in steadying the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire [a vast, perpetually burning sea of flames], which had teetered on the brink of a catastrophic eruption.

"Phew, that was close!"

Sensing the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire gradually calming, Eternal Profound Chen could not help but let out a slight sigh of relief.

Advancing the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire by several centuries had indeed saved a tremendous amount of time in elevating the Fire Vein [a subterranean channel of concentrated fire energy], but it had also been a decidedly risky endeavor.

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen offered a faint smile. "With the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire now ascended, Old Granduncle, it is time for you to prepare for your own breakthrough."

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Eternal Profound Chen gave a solemn nod, his expression turning grave.

He cultivated the Ascendant Immortal Vein-Forging Art [a profound technique for forging and refining spiritual energy channels], a method that had long bound his life and cultivation fate to the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire. Now that the sea had ascended to the Sixth Rank [a high tier of power and spiritual density], he could ride the immense momentum of this Sixth RankEarth Vein [a powerful subterranean channel of earth energy] advancement to break through into the Primordial Spirit Realm [the realm of the spiritual core, a major milestone].

Even so, a trace of worry lingered in his voice. "Within three years, I can attempt the breakthrough. My only concern is the External Tribulation [heavenly trials and calamities that test a cultivator during major advancements]."

"I will stand guard. You need not worry."

Eldrin Chen shook his head and then spoke, "Currently, the Outer Realm Fiend Race is regrouping and consolidating its forces. It is highly unlikely that the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor [a powerful ancient dragon demon] will take action."

Hearing this, Old Granduncle also nodded in agreement. Indeed, the present moment seemed to be an opportune time to attempt a breakthrough into the Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core realm of a cultivator].

This was because the Black Dragon Demon Ancestor had also suffered significant injuries in the recent conflict. Its wounds had not yet fully healed. While it was not so incapacitated as to be unable to act, it was highly improbable that it would abandon its recovery to intervene for the sake of Eternal Profound Chen.

After all, in the eyes of the Black Dragon, Eternal Profound Chen was merely a Nameless [an insignificant figure]. If it were Eldrin Chen attempting a breakthrough, there might have been a slightly greater chance of it intervening.

However, in Eldrin Chen's own estimation, the likelihood of the Black Dragon targeting him was also not very high. The Black Dragon still wished to sit back and let others fight, reaping the benefits later. Attacking him would be tantamount to openly declaring war against the Human Race.

Having reasoned this through, Old Granduncle took a deep breath and declared, "Then I shall enter secluded cultivation and strive to advance into the Primordial Spirit Realm as soon as possible."

"Very well. Please focus on your cultivation with peace of mind, Uncle. I will stand guard for you," Eldrin Chen said with a gentle smile.

Once Eternal Profound Chen entered seclusion to attempt his breakthrough, Eldrin Chen immediately set about deploying a new Mountain Protection Formation [a defensive array that shields a mountain or sect].

Now that the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire's Fire Vein [a subterranean channel of concentrated fire energy] had ascended to the Sixth Rank [a high level of power and purity], and the Spiritual Vein [a natural conduit of spiritual energy] had also been upgraded, it was imperative to have a Sixth Rank Formation [a structured arrangement of energy for defense or other purposes] for protection.

To deploy a Sixth Rank Mountain Protection Formation, aside from requiring a Sixth Rank Formation Master, the most crucial component was a Sixth Rank Primordial Solar Spiritual Treasure [a powerful artifact imbued with the essence of the primordial sun].

Within the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire [a legendary sea of eternal, scorching flames], it is best to use a Sixth Rank [a specific, high level of power] fire-attribute Spiritual Treasure [an enchanted artifact used by cultivators].

Eldrin Chen originally did not possess many Primordial Solar Spiritual Treasure [artifacts imbued with the pure, yang energy of the primordial sun]. However, during this Demonic Abyss Cataclysm [a great calamity originating from a demonic abyss], he slew several Primordial Spirit Demonic Cultivator [powerful demonic cultivators who have reached the Primordial Spirit realm] and seized a number of Demonic Cultivator [practitioners of dark, demonic arts]' Pure Lunar Demonic Treasure [demonic artifacts forged with the essence of the pure, yin moon].

Most of these Demonic Treasure [artifacts tainted by demonic energy] were vile objects, which Eldrin Chen incinerated with his Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame [a divine flame born from the essence of the primordial sun].

Yet, a few were crafted from quite precious Sixth Rank Spiritual Object [rare materials of the sixth rank, suitable for crafting powerful treasures]. After he purified their demonic taint with the Primordial Solar Heavenly Flame, they became usable.

Among them, several were traded by Eldrin Chen for Heart of the Primordial Flame Demon [the core essence of a primordial flame demon, a powerful alchemical ingredient]. Now that they were in Eldrin Chen's hands, only three treasures remained.

These three treasures were named the 'Demonic Dragon Defying World Halberd' [a halberd capable of defying the very world, wielded by a demonic dragon], the 'Dragon-Patterned Black Gold Shield' [a shield forged from black gold etched with dragon patterns], and the 'Primordial Heaven Crimson Flame Wheel' [a wheel of crimson flame that channels primordial heavenly power].

Among these three supreme treasures, the Demonic Dragon Defying World Halberd possessed the highest grade. After Eldrin Chen purified its demonic energy, it became a Middle Grade Primordial Solar Spiritual Treasure [a mid-tier artifact of the Primordial Solar grade].

"Once you break through to the Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core realm of a cultivator] and anchor your divine soul within the Flaming Prison Sea of Fire, as long as that sea of fire remains unquenched, you will be exceedingly difficult to utterly destroy." The story continues at audio-novel`com.