Chapter 869 Ancient Clan Master

This time, Maris the Sea Steader (Person Name) swallowed his pride to seek out Eldrin (Person Name), intending to obtain a Soul Restoration Pill for his dao companion Ivy the Verdant Fairy (Person Name).

The Verdant Fairy Ivy was a Heavenly Dao Nascent Soul, having cultivated as Dao companions with Maris the Sea Steader for over 6 100 years.

Over the years, with the support of Maris the Sea Steader (Person Name), he had twice attempted to break through to the Nascent Soul realm. Though neither attempt succeeded, he had accumulated a considerable foundation. This time, the hope of success seemed far from small.

Seeing that a candidate had been selected, Qing Ji spoke up, "Since we plan to launch our counterattack to reclaim the Star Lake Ancient Domain a 100 years from now, we must prioritize cultivating the Nascent Soul of Eastern Wastelands (Location)."

"That makes sense."

Eldrin nodded, then promptly crossed out over half of the names on the candidate list.

After this round of selections, Eldrin (Person Name) found only 4 or 5 suitable candidates remained.

The group consisted of Daoist 9 Rivers, Lilith, Mistress of Desire (Person Name), Ji Xuanyin, the Lord of the Jade Balance Star, and the Master of the Heavenly Reed Sect.

Among these 5 individuals, 4 were old acquaintances of Eldrin.

The Riverine Sage was a longtime friend of Eldrin (Person Name). The master of the Heavenly Abode Sect also maintained close ties with Eldrin (Person Name), while Lilith, Mistress of Desire (Person Name) served as the dao companion of Kael (Person Name). Ji Xuan Yin (Person Name) had likewise fought side-by-side with them in past battles.

Only the Eldrin Star Lord was unfamiliar to him. After the previous Eldrin Star Lord had fallen during his failed attempt to breach the Divine Soul realm, this new Eldrin Star Lord had gradually risen to prominence. His current cultivation level had merely reached the Nascent Soul, 9th Tier (Cultivation Realm).

Looking over the list, Eldrin pondered deeply before saying, "Among these 5 individuals, Lilith, Mistress of Desire and Ji Xuan Yin have both achieved Heavenly Dao Nascent Souls, with cultivation realms reaching the Half-Step Primordial Spirit. They are the most suitable candidates."

"Though their financial resources are indeed inferior to the others', they possess greater certainty in breaking through to the Nascent Soul realm, which could alleviate some of the pressure on us."

Upon hearing this, Qing Ji also nodded, then took a deep breath and said, "The Lord of the Jade Balance Star has just broken through to the ninth level of the Primordial Spirit. Since he cannot utilize the Green Lotus Seed immediately, we need not take him into consideration."

"6 Desires is practically family, so we can let her owe the spirit materials for now and repay after she breaks through to the Nascent Soul realm."

"Ji Xuanyin could also be included, but he must first swear the Cycle of Reincarnation Great Oath."

Thus, the 3 Green Lotus Seeds were each assigned to their destined recipients.

Eldrin contemplated the 3 remaining lotus seeds, then glanced at the names Celestial Pavilion Fairy and 9-River Daoist on the list before shaking his head and remarking.

Even after consuming the Soul Elixir, the chances of Daoist 9 Rivers breaking through to the Nascent Soul realm were merely 20 percent. Yet, as our longtime friend, he had consistently extended care to our clan during our repeated absences from Ji Province.

Now his lifespan had nearly reached 5,000 years. If he missed this opportunity, he would have no choice but to undergo a forced reincarnation, forever losing any chance of breaking through to the Yuanshen stage.

At this point, Eldrin's expression darkened as he spoke, "To be fair, I cannot bear to see him pass away with eternal regret."

"My love..."

Lila grasped his hand, took a deep breath, and said, "As cultivators, we follow the path of the heart. You should act in accordance with your true nature."

True Heart?

Eldrin (Person Name) furrowed his brow slightly, a contemplative expression crossing his features.

Seeing this, Lyra (Person Name) nodded as well and said, "It's only natural to lend a helping hand to a longtime friend when 1 is capable of doing so."

Eldrin remained silent for a moment before speaking, "Among the True Monarchs of our clan, even Ethan—the 1 with the most rapid cultivation progress—would still require 6 100 years to have any hope of breaking through to the Nascent Soul stage."

"Let's give it a try right now—invest 1 or 2 lotus seeds from our foundation reserves and see if we can cultivate a Primordial Spirit."

After confirming the selection for Elder 9 Rivers, Eldrin browsed through the list of eliminated candidates once more and stumbled upon an unexpected surprise.

From the Gu Immortal Clan, 1 of the 9 great Nascent Soul families of Central Province, they were actually willing to offer a Soul Blossom in exchange for the lotus seed.

This Soul Flower can only be cultivated by Soul Formation clans and a select few top-tier Nascent Soul clans. Moreover, it requires a medicinal age of 10 1000 years to refine the Soul Elixir.

Typically, such treasures are regarded as prized collections, rarely offered for exchange. It is truly unexpected that they would be willing to trade it.

Yet upon careful reflection, it made perfect sense. With the current master of the Dao Palace now entering the grand formation, and the Cataclysm of the Demonic Abyss having claimed the lives of countless Dao Lords of Primordial Divinity,

Nowadays, the human race of the Violet Realm had only a handful of Primordial Spirit, Late Stage (Cultivation Realm) great powers remaining, and there was not even a single sixth-rank, superior-grade Alchemist (Profession) left.

With the loss of a sixth-rank, superior-grade alchemist, the average Primordial Spirit, Mid Stage (Cultivation Realm) cultivator’s success rate for refining Soul Consolidation Pills had drastically declined. It was estimated that only 3 or 4 pills could be produced per batch.

Compounding this, all 30-some newly ascended Primordial Spirits were in seclusion to heal their wounds, leaving the Gu Immortal Clan without a single sixth-tier, mid-grade Alchemist.

The ancient clan leader, having heard of Eldrin (Person Name)'s extraordinary skill in alchemy, reluctantly decided to entrust the Soul Elixir (Divine Pill) to Eldrin (Person Name).

As a condition, aside from obtaining a single Green Lotus Seed, he also demanded a precious elixir once the Ethereal Soul Pill was successfully refined.

"The Soul Flower is a rare and extraordinary treasure, so there is naturally nothing to complain about."

Eldrin (Person Name) declared without hesitation, "The roster is settled. Now summon the Patriarch of the Ancient Clan for an audience."

After Eldrin finalized the slots, he summoned the Patriarch of the Ancient Clan.

The Ancient Immortal Clan was 1 of the 9 great Nascent Soul immortal clans of Central Province. As recently as 1 100 years ago, they still possessed 3 Nascent Soul Dao Lords.

However, they suffered greatly during the Abyssal Cataclysm. Among the 3 Primordial Spirit Dao Lords of their lineage, 2 had their souls utterly vanquished.

Another person also fell in battle, and it would likely take a millennium of rebirth cultivation before they could rebuild their cultivation back to the Nascent Soul realm.

Now that the Gu Immortal Clan no longer had a Nascent Soul Dao Lord overseeing them, and the current clan leader was merely a Half-Step Primordial Spirit Nascent Soul cultivator, he was naturally gripped by overwhelming anxiety.

This time, as he sought the Eldrin Green Lotus Seed for his Primordial Spirit Flower, his heart still trembled with trepidation.

The Ancient Clan Master followed cautiously behind Ye Qingfeng, only speaking when they reached the entrance of a grand hall. Ye Qingfeng then declared, "The Master awaits within. Please enter, fellow Daoist."

"My thanks for your guidance, fellow Daoist."

The Ancient Clan Master spoke with utmost caution. Although the Ye Qingfeng before him was only at the Nascent Soul, 7th Tier (Cultivation Realm), his reputation was formidable beyond measure.

This Ye Qingfeng was not only a disciple of Eldrin, but also possessed a Pure Yang Dao Body. During his travels in the Eastern Sea, he had obtained a piece of Pure Yang Treasure Gold, which he refined into a Pure Yang Li Fire Sword.

Though Ye Qingfeng had only just stepped into the Nascent Soul, 8th Tier (Cultivation Realm), he was already hailed as the Little Sword Immortal of Pure Yang. His combat prowess was far beyond compare.

"You flatter me, Fellow Daoist. Please, come in."

Ye Qingfeng spoke calmly, forgoing any lengthy pleasantries.

The ancient clan leader stepped cautiously into the great hall, feeling his heart pound violently within his chest.

Upon the great hall sat a man robed in snow-white garments, his long hair flowing unrestrained like cascading ink. Yet the aura surrounding him was 1 of primordial unity, seamless and whole, as if a Primordial Chaos Immortal Lord had descended to meditate there.

"This junior...pays respects to the Ancestral Elder."

The heart of the Ancient Clan Lord was filled with immense tension, yet it also swelled with boundless reverence.

The person before him was hailed as the 1 with talent most likely to rival the Violet Immortal Lord in the entire history of the Violet Realm.

Such a resounding reputation filled the Ancient Clan Lord’s heart with immense excitement, making him feel as though he had been born in the most fortunate of eras.

Chapter 1 The biting cold wind swept across the mountain peaks, carrying with it the scent of frost 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. "Just a little further," he muttered to himself, his breath forming plumes of white in the frigid air. "The Hidden Scripture Pavilion must be nearby." He had spent the last 3 years in secluded cultivation, striving to break through to the next stage of the Qi Refining realm. Now, he was perilously close, but his resources were exhausted. The few dozen spirit stones he had painstakingly saved were gone, consumed in his efforts. He needed guidance, a new technique, something—anything—that could help him overcome the bottleneck. Finally, the pavilion came into view, an ancient structure perched precariously on the cliff's edge, its wooden beams weathered by countless storms. Pushing open the heavy doors, Li Ming stepped inside. The interior was dimly lit, filled with the dusty scent of old parchment and sandalwood. Rows upon rows of wooden shelves stretched into the shadows, each holding countless jade slips and leather-bound manuals. An elderly attendant, his face a roadmap of wrinkles, sat dozing behind a central desk. Li Ming approached quietly, not wishing to disturb the old man's rest. He began browsing the shelves, his fingers trailing over the spines of the manuals. His eyes scanned the titles, searching for something that resonated with his affinities. *Searing Sun Art... No, too yang-aligned for my current state.* *Gentle Breeze Method... Too weak. I need power, not subtlety.* Just as despair began to creep into his heart, his gaze fell upon a plain, unadorned jade slip tucked away in a forgotten corner. It was covered in a thick layer of dust, as if it hadn't been touched in centuries. Curiosity piqued, he reached for it. As his fingers brushed against the cool, smooth surface of the jade, a strange sensation coursed through him—a faint hum of energy, ancient and profound. He wiped away the grime, revealing the title inscribed upon it. **Chaos Genesis Sutra (Cultivation Method)** His heart skipped a beat. The name alone felt immense, weighty with untold potential. He knew that cultivation methods were graded, from the common Human rank to the legendary Heaven rank. This 1... he had never heard of it. It wasn't listed in any of the public registers. With trembling hands, he took the jade slip to the attendant. The old man cracked open a single eye, glanced at the slip, then at Li Ming's eager face. "This 1?" the attendant rasped, his voice like grinding stones. "It's been here for over a 1000 years. No 1 has ever managed to cultivate it past the first layer. They say it's... incomplete. A dead end. Costs 10 contribution points." Li Ming's hope wavered. 10 contribution points was nearly all he had. To spend them on a faulty, incomplete method was a tremendous risk. But that hum of energy... it called to him. "I'll take it," Li Ming said, his voice firm despite the uncertainty gnawing at him. The attendant shrugged, processed the transaction, and handed the jade slip back. "Your funeral, kid." Clutching the jade slip as if it were the most precious treasure in the world, Li Ming hurried back to his simple cave dwelling. He sealed the entrance with a basic warding talisman and sat cross-legged on his stone bed. Taking a deep breath, he pressed the jade slip to his forehead and channeled a wisp of his spiritual sense into it. A torrent of information flooded his mind—complex esoteric diagrams, abstruse mantras, and circulation pathways he had never seen before. It was far more profound than the basic Qi Gathering Art he had been practicing. The **Chaos Genesis Sutra** spoke of drawing upon the primordial chaos before heaven and earth, of refining all forms of energy into 1's own primal life force. It was dangerous. It was unorthodox. It was magnificent. Forgetting all else, Li Ming sank deep into meditation, following the sutra's guidance. He felt the ambient spiritual energy of the world, normally calm and orderly, twist and churn around him as if thrown into a vortex. It was raw, violent, and incredibly dense. He guided this chaotic energy into his meridians, gritting his teeth against the searing pain. It felt like his veins were being scoured clean with molten sand. Hours turned into days. Sweat poured from his body, and traces of black impurity were forced from his pores. The pain was excruciating, a constant fire raging inside him. Just as he felt he could bear no more, a faint, ethereal chime echoed from within his dantian. *Crack!* An invisible barrier shattered. A wave of pure, potent spiritual power erupted from his core, washing through his entire being. The pain vanished, replaced by a feeling of incredible lightness and strength. His senses sharpened; he could hear the faint scurrying of insects outside his cave and feel the subtle vibrations of the earth. He had broken through! He was no longer at the third layer of Qi Refining. He had directly ascended to the fifth! Li Ming opened his eyes, a brilliant light shining within them. He looked at his grimy, rejuvenated body and let out a long, steady breath. "The **Chaos Genesis Sutra**..." he whispered, a slow smile spreading across his face. "It seems my fate has changed." He knew the path ahead would be fraught with peril. An incomplete, unknown technique was a double-edged sword. But for the first time in years, he felt true hope. He had taken the first step on a path few had ever walked.