Immortality Starts With Investment

Chapter 628: Dao Cauldron

The introduction of the Dao Cauldron followed. Ye Chen hadnʼt held high hopes for an immortal artifact, viewing it mainly as a reserve weapon for the future. But this Dao Cauldron made his eyes light up…

”Dao Cauldron: War God Clan immortal artifact, forged by their ancestor to address the clanʼs weakness of slow comprehension of the Great Dao after reaching the Mahayana Realm. The Dao Cauldron automatically gathers the Great Dao of heaven and earth, doubling cultivation efficiency within…”

Reading this, Ye Chenʼs eyes widened, his hand pausing. Yi Qingwu, thinking he was concerned for her, shook her head, signaling she wasnʼt in pain…

Ye Chenʼs lips twitched. Heʼd heard of the War God Clan. A race born for battle among the myriad clans, their combat prowess was astonishing. Their prodigies easily dominated peers in the same realm. With the same Qi and techniques, their attacks were far more powerful. One of the top races held a high status. But they had a flaw: a weak affinity with the Great Dao.

After reaching the Mahayana Realm, their cultivation slowed, fading into the background. The War God Clanʼs ancestor, a figure of astounding power, forged the Dao Cauldron to counter this. Its immortal runes automatically condensed the Great Dao. Cultivating within it was insanely fast.

For 130,000 years, the War God Clan shone, producing seven True Immortals, proving the cauldronʼs might. Then came the Heavenly Emperorʼs era. The War God Clan provoked him, hunting him down, nearly killing him. The story that followed was predictable. The clan was nearly wiped out, their vitality shattered.

In their final battle, the Heavenly Emperor destroyed the Dao Cauldron, leaving countless cultivators lamenting. And now, it was in Ye Chenʼs hands. He decided to keep the Dao Cauldron hidden, lest others think the Heavenly Emperor had secretly stashed it. Though not the Heavenly Emperorʼs heir, Ye Chen had inherited much of his legacy. Best not to tarnish that reputation!

The Dao Cauldronʼs acquisition was an unexpected boon. He hadnʼt expected an immortal artifact to be useful so soon. With his current cultivation speed, even doubling it with the cauldron would be heaven-defying. And it wouldnʼt just be double. His future breakthroughs would likely become absurdly fast.

…

After storing both the Dao Cauldron and Divine Maiden Cauldron in his small world, Ye Chen made a surprising discovery. The Divine Maiden Cauldron hovered, gleaming gold, exuding grandeur and righteous aura. It didnʼt look like the infamous artifact at all.

Above it, a massive four-legged, eight-eared cauldron radiated boundless Dao charm, floating in the void. The four-legged, eight-eared cauldron sat slightly lower than the Heaven-Devouring Demon Jar and the Undying Celestial Blade.

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Clearly, its power was inferior to theirs. When the Dao Cauldron appeared in the small world, Ye Chen was astonished to find it could absorb various Dao charms and laws. The small world lacked these elements entirely. Yet the Dao Cauldron seemed to pierce through, drawing them from the outside. Some even spilled out, merging into the small world.

This unexpected boon curved Ye Chenʼs lips. If he placed some intent in the Dao Cauldron, wouldnʼt his small world soon allow normal breakthroughs, tribulations, and cultivation? It would be no different from the greater world. Lu Jing could stay in the small world alone, perfectly feasible.

In short, the rewards from this gift far exceeded Ye Chenʼs expectations. The benefits were immense. His gaze on Yi Qingwu grew even warmer…

The fiancée was incredible. Even ignoring everything else, her multiplier alone made nurturing her worthwhile. Heʼd cultivate her physique to the Acquired Chaos Body.

Though slightly inferior to the Innate Chaos Body, if the latter could reach 7,000-fold, the Acquired Chaos Body could hit 6,000 easily. At the Quasi-Emperor Realm, perfecting her physique would push it further.

Ye Chen estimated a perfected Chaos Body could reach 10,000-fold. Other physiques might not compare. Senior Anʼs Seven Extreme Immortal Body might have a chance. Everyone had a bright future.

…

At the waist of Holy Maiden Peak, thousands of disciples gathered, eager to hear the Dao. But this time, their Holy Son didnʼt appear. The disciples were puzzled. Only the female disciples and elders of Holy Maiden Peak understood. The Holy Maiden was jealous.

Soon, a mature, aloof female elder descended, lecturing in Ye Chenʼs place. The disciples quieted instantly. Though her level was below their Holy Sonʼs, she was still a Mahayana Realm expert. Her insights far surpassed theirs. Still, everyone hoped for the Holy Sonʼs return.

Another week passed…

Ye Chen marveled at the fiancéeʼs persistence. She truly made him feel drained. Her marks were so numerous they barely fit.

”Iʼm full, really full... Qingwu, I have things to do next! You should break through to the Mahayana Realm.”

Ye Chen helped Yi Qingwu up, speaking earnestly. Seeing his exhaustion and occasional burps, Yi Qingwu smiled, satisfied. Glancing at the whip marks on her wrist, she exhaled lightly. The marks vanished without a trace.

”Go. As for those female disciples, donʼt worry, Iʼll keep them.”

This week, Ye Chen hadnʼt just been ”drinking spiritual liquid.” Heʼd shared his plans for Holy Maiden Peak and handed over resources to the fiancée. Holy Maiden Peak would continue recruiting high-multiplier female disciples.

Ye Chenʼs excuse was to strengthen the peak and Yi Qingwuʼs foundation. But when Yi Qingwu heard his criteria—high talent and pure innocence—she couldnʼt help biting him…

You still claim youʼre not building a harem?

Annoyed, she bit hard. Ye Chen winced in pain.

…

”Take this divine pill and cultivate well. The path to immortality doesnʼt matter. Safety first. With me here, Iʼll prepare enough origin to help you achieve the Chaos Body.”

Before leaving, Ye Chen gifted the Star River Divine Pill. He patted Yi Qingwuʼs head, giving instructions. She swatted his hand away, raising her neck haughtily, her voice ethereal: ”I was punishing you earlier, and now youʼre telling me what to do?”

Ye Chenʼs lips curved. The fiancée really loved playing this game!