Beast Taming Clan: I Have a Jade Book Chapter 1013 - 705: Divine Soul Transformation, Celestial Illusion Daoist Robe

At that instant, Ye Jingcheng even detected a flicker of bewilderment within the other party’s gaze.

"Alright!" Ye Jingcheng understood that these Star Pear Wood Demons were eager to witness a higher potential realized. Given their current condition, achieving significant progress would be exceedingly challenging, even with a specialized Wood Demon Cultivation Technique. Therefore, he readily agreed, allowing the Star Pear Wood Demon, Xingqi, to advance once more; this undertaking was not particularly arduous for him. Among the Spirit Beasts he currently commanded, the Sunflower Wood Demon, the Star Pear Wood Demon, and even the Dream-Devouring Worm and Malachite had only experienced two advancements. Naturally, for the Sunflower Wood Demon, two advancements represented its absolute limit. The most pressing concern at this juncture, however, was to elevate the Dream-Devouring Worm, as only then could it aid his Divine Soul and Divine Sense in achieving breakthroughs. Regrettably, the Tier Three Wood Block Pill Formula necessitates corresponding Essence Blood Wood Heart Stone Heart, an ingredient that prevents Ye Jingcheng from accelerating the process at will. In contrast, for the Star Pear Wood, there were a considerable number of usable Wood Hearts; his primary task was merely to locate the principal medicinal component. Having secured Ye Jingcheng’s assurance, the Star Pear Wood Demons were overjoyed and immediately commenced discussions regarding optimal strategies for defending Celestial Shadow Peak. Ye Jingcheng ceased paying them attention and instead turned his gaze toward the final two Spirit Beasts that had undergone Soul Injection. These were the Earthworm and the Jade Ring Rat. At this very moment, the Earthworm exhibited signs of advancing to Tier Three. As for the Jade Ring Rat, it was presently engaged in the study of... a Breathing Technique. This peculiar sight caused Ye Jingcheng to pause momentarily. The critical point was that he had previously instructed the Golden Scale Beast to guide the Jade Ring Rat in its Breathing Technique, resulting in a degree of similarity between their methods. Yet, the Jade Ring Rat was now independently refining its own Breathing Technique. The technique began to focus increasingly towards its two ears. Its intelligence had evidently grown more profound. It possessed a heightened awareness of the strengths and weaknesses inherent in various Spirit Beast bloodlines: the Jade Qilin Flood Dragon’s Breathing Technique centered on water transforming into ice, the Red Flame Fox’s technique focused on the Five Elements Spirit Fire, much like Ye Jingcheng’s own approach, which followed the Five Spirits Full Method. The Golden Scale Beast’s Breathing Technique represented the pinnacle of Earth Techniques, but it was clearly not an ideal fit for the rat. Observing the Jade Ring Rat’s intense concentration, Ye Jingcheng elected not to disturb it. He himself was uncertain about the ultimate form of the Jade Ring Rat’s Breathing Technique, nor could he predict if it would significantly boost its Cultivation. All he could do was place a Spirit Pill he could easily refine within its reach. However, this time, unlike previous occasions, it was not an ordinary Spirit Pill but a Spirit Cultivation Pill bearing a Pill Pattern. It had undeniably earned this recognition! Upon perceiving Ye Jingcheng placing the Spirit Pill nearby, the Jade Ring Rat seemed to sense its presence, a spark of Spiritual Aura flashing in its eyes. "Mo’ bloo... mast’ rec’gnize!" The Jade Ring Rat, in a rare display, uttered fragmented words. Although the syllables were remarkably unpolished, they still astonished Ye Jingcheng. After all, this Jade Ring Rat was currently only in the Early Stage of the Second Tier. It had not even attained the Mid-stage Second Tier. Yet, it could already vocalize without the aid of the Soul Contract; even the Lizard Lord, Blood Eagle, and Saber-toothed Tiger formerly associated with the Ye Family were incapable of such a feat. "Do your best." Naturally, even with this unprecedented development, Ye Jingcheng did not harbor excessive expectations. He also re-examined his Treasure Book but could not locate a Pill Formula specifically for the Jade Ring Rat. Consequently, he shifted his attention and produced a collection of Storage Bags and Magical Treasures for inspection. He had already allocated the Cultivation Techniques and Spirit Stones to the clan earlier, so his current focus was primarily on the Magical Treasures. This was particularly relevant as he had recently broken through to the Golden Core stage yet possessed a limited number of potent Magical Treasures. Especially considering that the Black Patterned Magic Shield, a Tier Four Spiritual Treasure, had been effortlessly breached by a single thrust from the Golden Roar Spear. It was now rendered partially inoperable. This deficiency made his shortage of Magical Treasures even more pronounced. Otherwise, during arduous Magical Combat, he might still be compelled to deploy the Tier Three Top-Grade Treasure, the Five Elements Celestial Bead, which would appear rather unimpressive. The most valuable Magical Treasure from this recent acquisition was undoubtedly Zhang Taiji’s Golden Roar Spear, a Tier Four Top-Grade Treasure. Its Treasure Light surged towards the heavens, and with the slightest impulse, the spear launched forward like a formidable dragon, exhibiting unparalleled ferocity. However, Ye Jingcheng did not retain the Golden Roar Spear; instead, he bestowed it upon the Earth Dragon Demon King.

To ascend to Tier Five, it still required crossing the Thunder Tribulation. Despite Ye Xuefan's expertise in Arrays, setting up a Tier Four Array was his utmost capability; a Tier Five Array was beyond his reach, leaving the Earth Dragon to face the tribulation independently.

Consequently, Ye Jingcheng not only retained the Golden Over Hook and Spirit-Stepping Boots but also bestowed the Tier Four Top-Grade Golden Roar Spear upon the Earth Dragon Demon King.

Empowering this demon with three Magical Treasures was the very foundation of the Earth Dragon Demon King's confidence in its breakthrough to Demon Emperor.

In addition to the Earth Dragon Demon King's Golden Roar Spear, there was the Celestial Illusion Daoist Robe.

This Daoist Robe, another of Zhang Taiji's Tier Four High-Grade Treasures, bore resemblance to the Spirit-Stepping Boots, belonging to the category of body-enhancing Magical Treasures. Once refined, coupled with the Desolate Step, Ye Jingcheng felt assured in his ability to contend with a Middle Stage Golden Core Cultivator.

After all, the significant speed augmentation it provided was something even the Earth Dragon Demon King had to approach with extreme caution.

Furthermore, upon full activation, the Celestial Illusion Daoist Robe possessed the capability to manifest three Phantoms.

At crucial junctures, this ability would prove invaluable beyond measure.

For such a coveted Treasure, Ye Jingcheng naturally reserved it for his own use.

Following the Celestial Illusion Daoist Robe, the next most potent items were Zhang Taichu’s Ancient Bronze Mirror and Jia Zehai’s Beheading Saber.

This Ancient Bronze Mirror, a Tier Four Middle-Grade Treasure, could, when unleashed to its full might, momentarily immobilize even the formidable Earth Dragon Demon King. It represented a type of Magical Treasure that Ye Jingcheng currently lacked, potentially proving even more useful than the Void Profound Bottle.

Regarding the Beheading Saber, Ye Jingcheng also intended to refine it, as he was, at that moment, still in need of an offensive-type Flying Sword Treasure. Utilizing the Beheading Saber as a temporary substitute was a practical solution.

Beyond these three significant Magical Treasures, Ye Jingcheng ultimately decided to keep the Nine Nether Needle as well.

Ye Jingcheng had always held a particular fondness for flying-needle-type Magical Treasures.

As a Beast Master, they also served as an ideal choice for launching attacks from behind the protection of his Spirit Beasts.

As for the Black Flame Lamp that remained, Ye Jingcheng’s interest was considerably diminished. The Treasure's power was more appropriately suited for an individual who had recently achieved the Golden Core stage, leading Ye Jingcheng to contemplate allowing the Red Flame Fox to refine it at a later time.

Once the clan successfully nurtured a new Fire Attribute Golden Core Cultivator, the Black Flame Lamp could then be entrusted to them.

However, within the Ye Family, apart from himself and Ye Haicheng, a Middle Stage Purple Mansion Artifact Refiner, there were few outstanding individuals proficient in Fire Techniques.

If Ye Jingcheng were to wait for such a person, it would likely be a considerable period.

After meticulously securing all the Magical Treasures, Ye Jingcheng cast another glance at the Red Flame Fox. Observing that the Red Flame Fox was still engaged in refining Spiritual Fire and assimilating Soul Power, rendering it incapable of performing Alchemy for the present—

Ye Jingcheng retrieved the Jade Talisman containing the Five Elements Divine Thunder and commenced studying its contents.

Previously, Ye Jingcheng’s primary focus had been on accumulating Combat Power, making the Five Spirits Secret Technique the more fitting choice.

But now, with more leisure time at his disposal, he found himself yearning for the might of the Five Elements Divine Thunder that Ye Shengyi had previously displayed.

The sheer sensation of summoning thunder with a mere gesture to obliterate all life—the mere contemplation of it was immensely exhilarating!

...

Yuanling Oasis. As time marched onward, the highly anticipated auction was finally on the verge of commencement. On this particular day, the entire oasis thrummed with an unprecedented level of activity.

Naturally, it was the Royal City that buzzed with energy; the Inner and Outer Cities remained notably tranquil.

Both the Inner and Outer Cities were primarily populated by Mortals; the Royal City alone served as the designated gathering place for Cultivators.

This area was also earmarked as the future Market location for the Ye Family.

It would be highly irregular for the Ye Family to establish a Market in the desolate desert; such a setting would appear far too humble for Cultivators.

This Royal City, however, was perfectly suited. Provided the Market was managed effectively, the Ye Family could, in the future, not only divest the oasis itself but also offer shops within this Royal City, along with various raw materials, thereby amassing immense quantities of Spirit Stones.

Upon the establishment of the Market, the Ye Family would also reinstate the operation of Huiyan Tower.

Ye Haicheng, accompanied by Ye Jingfu and a select group of other Ye Family members experienced in commerce, descended upon the principal auction hall.

"Everyone, this is the most crucial juncture for our Ye Family to independently establish its Market. Only once this Market is open will our Ye Family truly reign supreme over this Desert Sea, making today exceptionally significant!" Ye Haicheng's voice resonated with power. As a Body Cultivator, the oppressive aura he exuded was formidable.

"Everyone must remain at peak vigilance, operating at one hundred and twenty percent!"

"Furthermore, maintain a meticulous watch for any suspicious Loose Cultivators, pay close attention to those exhibiting restless behavior, and ensure the deployment of the Spirit Inquiry Array as soon as the auction commences!"

This Spirit Inquiry Array was not a singular formation but a Grand Array meticulously woven from numerous Spirit Inquiry Talismans.

Its purpose was information probing, representing a design of exceptional ingenuity.

Many prominent Great Sects employed this type of Spirit Inquiry Array when undertaking disciple recruitment.

"Hai Ping, have all arrangements for the clan's covert operatives been finalized?" Having concluded his directives, Ye Haicheng turned his gaze towards Ye Haiping, whose cultivation had reached the Peak of Mid-stage Foundation Establishment.

"Indeed, all arrangements are complete. Their assumed identities and established habits should have been thoroughly altered. Should the individuals orchestrating this make even the slightest error or reveal even a sliver of information, we will undoubtedly be able to trace the source by following the clues!" Ye Haiping responded with absolute candor.