Chapter 868 Lotus Ascension, Treasures Attained

Upon hearing this, Qing Ji gave a slight nod.

Among these 3 precious trees, the Bagua Divine Tree was a complete set of supreme treasures. Once refined into the Treasure Banner of the 8 Trigrams (Magic Treasure), its power would become peerless, offering the greatest enhancement to combat prowess among all treasures.

The Jade Lotus of Creation was intrinsically linked to Eldrin's (Person Name) life-bound spiritual treasure. Should it advance to the immortal rank in the future, it might become Eldrin's (Person Name) first life-bound immortal treasure.

Beyond that, the Enlightenment Tea Tree was also of paramount importance. Having reached the sixth rank, this tree now contained profound mysteries of the Great Dao. Consuming its leaves not only enhanced the comprehension of a Primordial Spirit Dao Lord but could also enable a cultivator to enter the state of Dao-Unity.

The so-called unity of Dao and Dharma signifies the fusion of a cultivator’s soul with the myriad laws of heaven and earth. In this state, an Eldrin (Person Name) possesses extraordinarily acute divine senses, capable of perceiving the subtle and elusive principles of the cosmos through profound intuition.

If a cultivator regularly consumes Grade-6 Enlightenment Tea, it can significantly accelerate their comprehension of laws and enhance the speed at which they grasp them.

Thus, the Enlightening Tea was of paramount importance. Even a Demigod Ancestor would treasure it immensely, making it naturally the most precious among all spiritual trees.

"The Heaven-Earth Spirit Peach Tree enhances cultivation, the 8 Trigrams Treasure Tree is a supreme treasure for combat, while the Creation Green Jade Lotus and the Enlightenment Tea Tree are even more crucial for achieving immortality."

Qing Ji murmured to herself, and after a long while, she nodded. "Since the Primordial Purple Qi is insufficient, we shall focus on nurturing these 4 precious trees."

"As for the other precious trees, they shall remain with the clan as part of our foundational heritage."

"Hmm, that settles it then."

Eldrin (Person Name) also offered a faint smile before setting off for the Cyan Lotus Province.

The Fateful Azure Lotus of Greenlily Isle was not far from advancing to the sixth rank, and Eldrin remained on the island awaiting the treasured lotus's maturation.

Just 3 years later, that Jade Lotus of Creation had advanced to the sixth rank, becoming a top-tier Heaven and Earth Spiritual Root (Spiritual Root) in the world.

After the Sublime Azure Lotus advanced, only a single seed remained to take root anew. From its shed form, 4 supreme sixth-rank Pure Yang treasures descended: the lotus throne, lotus root, lotus leaf, and lotus seeds.

Among the several treasures, the Lotus Throne was the evolved form of the Primordial Azure Lotus Throne—a supreme treasure Eldrin naturally kept for himself.

The lotus leaf then transformed into a cyan sword embryo, adorned with mystical patterns of creation and enveloped in an aura of merit. With minimal refinement, it would become a Pure Yang Immortal Sword capable of severing lives without incurring karmic consequences.

The lotus seeds were also profoundly mystical and extraordinary, numbering only 9 in total. Yet, they brimmed with the pure power of Yang.

If this object is refined by a Half-Step Primordial Spirit (Cultivation Realm) expert, their Nascent Soul will be enhanced by over 30 percent, increasing their chances of breaking through to the Primordial Spirit Realm by 10 percent.

Now, the lotus root is a treasure of utmost purity. Born from the mud yet remaining unstained, it can cleanse all kinds of demonic energy and bloodlust. It is an excellent material for crafting and enhancing puppets, and can also be used by Nascent Soul cultivators to reconstruct their physical bodies.

Eldrin retracted the lotus platform and handed the Verdant Duckweed Sword Embryo to Qingji. "Your Ningshui Green Lotus Platform was forged from the Eastern Sea's Bixin Lotus Platform, renowned for its defensive prowess. Its protective capabilities are no less formidable than those of a same-tier Pure Yang Spirit Treasure."

"If I can refine this Green Lotus Sword Embryo, my offensive capabilities will be greatly enhanced."

Without hesitation, Qing Ji accepted the Green Lotus Sword Embryo.

This Verdant Duckweed Immortal Sword was transformed from a lotus leaf, a supreme weapon of slaughter born of primordial essence. It resonated subtly with his Green Lotus Immortal Embryo, truly making it an exceptional immortal sword of destruction.

After storing the Green Duckweed Immortal Sword, her gaze fell upon the remaining Green Lotus Seeds and Lotus Root.

After a moment of contemplation, he still inquired, "How should we handle these lotus seeds and roots?"

"I have long since made up my mind."

Without hesitation, Eldrin (Person Name) spoke, "These lotus roots can purify blood-fiend turbid qi, specifically countering all manner of evil baleful energies and demonic curses."

"If I refine this treasure into a precious elixir and present it to the master of the Endless Sea Pavilion, it might lend him a helping hand."

After a moment of contemplation, Qing Ji nodded with a light smile. "Though this lotus root’s grade still falls somewhat short for countering the Violet Blood Soul-Crushing Curse within the master of the Endless Sky Pavilion."

"However, every art has its specialty. Though this lotus root may not fully heal the Master of the Endless Sea Pavilion, it will most likely safeguard his primordial spirit."

"I was thinking the same thing."

Eldrin nodded, then added, "However, the Purple Realm possesses no such pill formula. I must research and develop the prescription myself—I'm afraid this will require no small amount of time."

"Fortunately, Senior Tianya can still hold on for another 2 100 years, which should be sufficient for me to develop the pill formula."

At this point, Eldrin declared with considerable confidence.

Having reached the Nascent Soul level, his spiritual soul and comprehension had become truly astonishing, while the accumulation of several 1000 years had endowed him with profound depth.

Moreover, with his heaven-startling talent, he was now quite confident in his ability to create an entirely new Divine Soul Elixir Formula.

Suppressing that thought, Eldrin gazed once more at the 9 lotus seeds and remarked, "These seeds can assist cultivators in breaking through to the Nascent Soul realm, and may even be used in conjunction with Nascent Soul Pills. They are truly exceptionally rare treasures."

"However, within the clan, there likely won't be any suitable candidate for a dozen or so jiazi cycles."

"I wish to release it into the world, to nurture a few more Primordial Spirit Dao Lords for the Violet Realm."

Qing Ji’s brow twitched faintly upon hearing this, and she replied, “Indeed, the current Violet Realm is in need of newly ascended Primordial Spirit Dao Lords to uphold the balance.”

"Moreover, we purchased the 5 Elements Essence to upgrade our spiritual treasures and borrowed vast amounts of it from several sacred lands in the Eastern Wastelands. It's time we repay them."

"Hmm."

Eldrin gave a slight nod and said, "Set aside 3 lotus seeds as the family's foundation. The remaining 6 lotus seeds and those 3 Bing Fire Immortal Dates shall be sold."

Both the Binghuo Immortal Jujube and the sixth-rank lotus seeds could assist cultivators in breaking through to the Nascent Soul stage. Though they only increased the odds of a successful breakthrough by 10 percent, they could be used in conjunction with Nascent Soul Pills, making them exceptionally valuable.

Before long, Eldrin had spread the news, and immediately, representatives from the Dao Palace Holy Land, the Sands of Eternity Tranquil Temple, and the Horizon Pavilion arrived at the Myriad Ruins Continent.

They purchased 1 Fiery Sun Immortal Jujube and 1 Green Lotus Seed each, at a price of 10,000 Heavenly Crystals (Spiritual Object) per piece.

These 60,000 Heavenly Crystals (Spiritual Object), converted according to the essence of the 5 Elements, were all deposited into Eldrin's (Person Name) clan treasury.

After selling to the 3 families, Eldrin only had 6 Green Lotus Seeds left in his possession.

Yet the number of people urgently seeking the Azure Lotus Seed was far too great, leaving Eldrin somewhat torn in his decision.

That day, within the cave abode at Spirit Isle Lake (Location), Eldrin (Person Name) gazed at a register in his hand, while Lyra (Person Name), Qing Ji, and others sat opposite 1 another.

Eldrin handed the list to the 2 individuals and inquired, "Take a look. Who should be given this Green Lotus Seed?"

Lyra took the list and scanned it, discovering over a dozen names—each 1 a prodigy who had reached the Half-Step Primordial Spirit realm.

She cast but a simple glance before speaking, "Maris the Sea Steader is an old friend of ours for many years. I'm afraid these Azure Lotus Seeds cannot be without him."

"Good."

Eldrin nodded, then promptly circled Ivy the Verdant Fairy's name on the list.

Chapter 1 The biting cold wind swept across the mountain peaks, carrying with it the scent of snow and decay. Li Ming, a young man barely 20 years of age, shivered as he trudged up the icy path. His robes, thin and worn, offered little protection against the elements. Yet, his eyes burned with a fierce determination, a fire that refused to be extinguished by the harsh environment. "For thousands of years, my family has guarded this forgotten shrine," he muttered to himself, his breath forming plumes of mist in the frigid air. "And for what? A legacy of dust and silence." He reached into his pouch, his fingers brushing against the few spirit stones he possessed. A dozen or so low-grade spirit stones—this was his entire worldly wealth. It was a pittance, barely enough to purchase a single decent medicinal pill. Countless others from more prosperous clans would have sneered at such meager possessions. Suddenly, a brilliant flash of light tore through the grey sky, followed by a deafening roar that shook the very mountains. A formidable pressure descended, so immense it felt like the heavens themselves were collapsing. "Divine Tribulation!" Li Ming gasped, his body instinctively crouching low. He had only read about such phenomena in ancient texts. This was the heavenly trial that supreme cultivators had to face to ascend to a higher realm. To witness it here, in this remote and desolate place, was unprecedented. The tempest of energy raged for what felt like an eternity, yet was merely a few moments. As the light and sound faded, a profound silence returned. Curiosity overpowering caution, Li Ming scrambled towards the epicenter of the cataclysm. There, in a smoldering crater, lay a man. His robes were tattered, his body scarred and bleeding, yet an aura of immense power still clung to him, faint but unmistakable. Beside his outstretched hand rested a sword, its blade dark as obsidian yet shimmering with an inner crimson light. It was the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss (Magic Treasure). The man's eyes fluttered open, their depths holding the weight of countless years. He saw Li Ming, and a faint, wry smile touched his lips. "Young 1," he rasped, his voice like grinding stones. "Come closer." Li Ming approached hesitantly, his heart pounding against his ribs. This was no ordinary man; this was an Eldrin (Person Name), a being of legend. "The heavens... have failed to claim me," the Eldrin (Person Name) coughed, a trickle of golden blood staining his chin. "But my time... is short. This vessel... cannot contain my soul any longer." His gaze fell upon the Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss (Magic Treasure). "This blade has tasted the blood of immortals and demons alike. It seeks a new master." He looked directly at Li Ming, his piercing gaze seeming to see into the very core of the young man's being. "You possess a spark, a tenacity I have not seen in millennia. A destiny intertwined with the ancient threads of fate." With a final, shuddering breath, the Eldrin (Person Name) pressed his palm against Li Ming's forehead. A torrent of knowledge, of techniques and memories spanning nearly a 1000 years, flooded into Li Ming's mind. It was the Primordial Chaos Cultivation Method (Cultivation Art). "Take the sword. Continue the path I could not finish. Beware the... Shadowed Eclipse Sect (Organization)..." The light in the Eldrin (Person Name)'s eyes faded. His body began to dissolve into motes of golden light, which then swirled around Li Ming before sinking into his body. 1 100 years had passed. Li Ming stood atop the same mountain peak, but the shivering youth was long gone. In his place stood a cultivator whose aura was as deep and unreadable as an ancient abyss. The Li Fire Sword of the Returning Abyss (Magic Treasure) was sheathed on his back, humming softly with contained power. He had spent over a century in seclusion, comprehending the profound mysteries within the Primordial Chaos Cultivation Method (Cultivation Art). He had broken through bottlenecks that would have stymied others for lifetimes, reaching the fabled Nascent Soul stage. He recalled the final warning of the Eldrin (Person Name). The Shadowed Eclipse Sect (Organization) was a monstrous entity that stretched its influence across countless realms. They were the ones who had manipulated the Divine Tribulation, ensuring the Eldrin (Person Name)'s downfall. A cold gleam entered Li Ming's eyes. "You took my benefactor's life," he whispered to the wind, his voice calm yet carrying the weight of absolute resolve. "Now, I will claim everything you hold dear." He glanced down at the humble pouch at his waist. Though it now contained over a 100 1000 high-grade spirit stones, plundered from the sect's hidden treasuries, it was merely a tool. True power resided in the knowledge imprinted on his soul and the legendary sword on his back. His journey of vengeance—and ascension—was just beginning.