Beast Taming Clan: I Have a Jade Book Chapter 1048 - 730: The Demon Saint Appears, the Teleportation Array Is Destroyed

The Earth Dragon Valley, facing the onslaught of a beast tide, presented a surprisingly desolate scene across its vast expanse.

Only the swirling dust indicated that the entire Taihang Mountain Range was far from peaceful at this moment.

At the heart of Earth Dragon Valley, a solitary shadow materialized, displaying evident hesitation and a palpable sense of dread.

This individual was Lin Qingxuan, a cultivator at the Middle Stage of the Golden Core realm, who had been dispatched with the mission to apprehend and eliminate any fleeing members of the Ye Family.

However, before he could even initiate his interception, the beast tide erupted.

As a cultivator of the Golden Core realm, it was naturally impossible for him to outpace a Demon Emperor, compelling him to seek refuge by concealing himself beneath the earth. Once the Demon Emperor departed, he made his escape in the opposite direction.

Upon his arrival within Earth Dragon Valley and detecting the absence of any Demon King, he felt relieved enough to proceed further into its depths.

Concurrently, he stumbled upon numerous valuable spirit medicines. Despite having gathered a significant amount, a sense of unease persisted.

His attention was also drawn to the cave mansion that had been previously ravaged by the Celestial Cyan Demon Emperor.

His gaze involuntarily lingered upon the site.

Yet, before he could conduct a thorough examination, he found his physical body rendered immobile.

Cold sweat instantly drenched him as he desperately attempted to break free, eager to unleash his Lifebound Magical Treasure.

However, at that precise moment, he felt as if he had reverted to a mere mortal, utterly incapable of perceiving spiritual energy, sensing his magical treasure, or even extending his divine sense beyond a meager three feet.

His eyesight, however, remained unimpeded.

His heart pounded uncontrollably, gripped by the terrifying realization that this might be the only part of his being capable of any form of movement!

"Demon Emperor!" His heart plummeted into an abyss of despair.

Besides a Demon Emperor, he could conceive of no other entity within the Demon King ranks capable of exerting such overwhelming pressure upon him.

He yearned to articulate his situation, but his mouth remained sealed, and his divine sense was too restricted to facilitate telepathic communication, rendering it an impossible fantasy.

"Thud, thud, thud!" The distinct sound of a cane tapping reached his ears, igniting both fear and an intense surge of curiosity.

Following this, a voice, unmistakably childish, broke the silence:

"Grandma, is this that detestable human? He looks so feeble, not even as strong as that foolish Big Tiger you instructed!"

Upon hearing this assessment, Lin Qingxuan found it utterly unacceptable; he was, after all, at the Middle Stage!

"No, this one is indeed detestable, but not as much as those lurking in the heavens. These individuals supposedly uphold righteousness and are dedicated to the world, yet they have never performed a single righteous act," an aged voice responded, imbued with a tone of tender affection.

A wave of confusion washed over Lin Qingxuan; was it possible there was a second individual present?

Despite his bewilderment and mounting fear, he remained completely helpless.

The reason was simple: he could not see.

From the heavens above, a voice finally resonated:

"Elder Fox Saint, this junior has been dispatched by my master, the Divine Monarch Tian De, to present a treasure to you, venerable elder." The voice was rather gruff, and Lin Qingxuan felt a flicker of recognition, having seemingly heard it before.

Upon deeper reflection, it was unmistakably True Monarch Tai Peng. He was indeed a formidable cultivator associated with the Immortal Sect.

The moment the term 'elder' was uttered, Lin Qingxuan's entire body stiffened involuntarily.

He struggled to comprehend why merely venturing into the outskirts of the Taihang Mountain Range had attracted the attention of a grand saint from the Demon Race.

"Is that so? What treasure? To please my grandma, you must first let me inspect it. Do not imagine you can deceive Xiaoyu'Er, or I shall deliver a swift blow!" the childish voice chimed in once more.

This declaration amplified Lin Qingxuan's fear tenfold.

The very notion of a young girl's voice threatening to strike down a great cultivator at the late stage of Nascent Soul was utterly incredulous to anyone who might have overheard it.

"Cease your pretense; you should be capable of movement. Carrying such a substantial spirit treasure, do you truly believe the elder cannot perceive it?"

"Elder Fox Saint, this item was refined by my master; otherwise, it would have been presented to you as a direct gift." True Monarch Tai Peng, residing in the void, forced a somewhat strained smile before projecting a jade box outwards.

"Eight thousand years old, quite satisfactory. However, convey to Tian De that the Western Demon Mountain Domain lies beyond his reach. Should he attempt to probe or scheme further, this old one will not emulate that aged Flood Dragon, unwilling to relinquish his Celestial Flood Dragon Sea, and will readily instigate a major disturbance." A chilling voice echoed through the air.

"Please be assured, venerable elder. Upon the successful delivery of this offering, I shall return to Celestial Saint Island in the Qin Kingdom to submit my report!" True Monarch Tai Peng replied with multiple gestures of humility. This exchange caused Lin Qingxuan to experience a sudden surge of foreboding.

He immediately ceased his attempts to eavesdrop further.

In the subsequent moment, he felt a gentle breeze lift him, sensing that he was once again capable of movement.

Instantaneous joy filled him.

But before he could initiate his escape, he observed a hand emerging from his chest.

Turning his head, he beheld the ostensibly righteous visage of True Monarch Tai Peng.

He once held True Monarch Tai Peng in high regard.

Now, however, instead of the Demon Race's saint, it was True Monarch Tai Peng who unleashed claws upon him.

His thoughts grew faint, and the sensation of pain was almost nonexistent.

A deep regret settled in him, a feeling that after years of dedicated cultivation, he had never truly found peace.

...

At the lowest depths of Half Moon Lake, Ye Jingcheng was diligently refining the Five Elements Divine Thunder. He had achieved mastery over the Bing Fire Divine Thunder but still had the remaining four elements to conquer.

After all, the Five Elements Divine Thunder Secret Technique only achieved its pinnacle power when all five elemental aspects were harmonized.

Nevertheless, the time investment required for such a feat was immense.

His singular advantage lay in the exceptional purity of the True Essence generated by the Beast Communication Pattern. The process of refining for two to three hours daily yielded results equivalent to three to four days of effort for ordinary cultivators.

Yet, the precarious environment at the bottom of Half Moon Lake meant danger lurked constantly. He dared not plunge too deep into his cultivation, lest he be discovered by a Demon King or other formidable entities. Such a discovery could not only cause his cultivation technique to backfire but also forfeit any possibility of escape, even if his cultivation remained stable.

The primary motivation for pursuing this secret technique was twofold: firstly, an understanding that abandoning the technique mid-process posed no significant issue.

Secondly, with the beast tide showing no signs of imminent conclusion and the current situation beyond his control, he reasoned that enhancing his personal strength was a far wiser course of action than succumbing to ceaseless anxiety.

Concurrently, while Ye Jingcheng was engrossed in his comprehension, the Stone Spirit Grotto Heaven maintained a constant vigil, its senses sweeping the surroundings.

Moreover, the deployment of the Void Concealment Skill enveloped a significant portion of the adjacent space.

Even if a Demon Emperor were to perceive the area, they would likely dismiss it as a minor, insignificant secret realm.

But at this critical juncture, the Stone Spirit’s voice resonated directly within Ye Jingcheng’s Divine Soul.

"Master, an incredibly potent Divine Sense just swept past. I fear it may have detected my presence." The Stone Spirit now displayed a level of expressiveness far exceeding its previous limitations; otherwise, Ye Jingcheng would not have entrusted the Malachite Stone Spirit to the Grotto Heaven Stone Spirit.

The Stone Spirit's current words were laced with an unprecedented terror, a sentiment Ye Jingcheng had never before witnessed.

It was crucial to remember that the Void Concealment Skill was actively engaged.

An icy dread seized Ye Jingcheng, prompting him to immediately activate the transmission array. As the distinct aura of teleportation began to manifest, both Ye Jingcheng and the Stone Spirit Grotto Heaven instantaneously vanished from the depths of Half Moon Lake.

Upon arriving in the Desert Sea, Ye Jingcheng did not hesitate to dismantle the transmission array situated there.

This decisive action effectively prevented any pursuit via teleportation, even if the originating party possessed the means.

At that moment, Ye Xingyu’s surprise was palpable upon witnessing Ye Jingcheng’s sudden appearance.

"Jingcheng, what have you uncovered?" For the first time, Ye Xingyu observed such profound nervousness emanating from Ye Jingcheng.

"I was discovered by a Demon Emperor! We were fortunate to escape!" Ye Jingcheng's complexion was grim, a stark contrast to the meticulous planning he had undertaken, which now appeared to have unraveled.

Their only recourse was to seek refuge within the Desert Sea.

Furthermore, the possibility of losing the teleportation array loomed large.

His sole hope rested on the Demon Emperor not lingering near the Tier Three Spiritual Vein.

It was understood that the Demon Race lacked the capability to relocate spirit veins, nor could they refine or repair transmission arrays. Consequently, they would not be able to abscond with the existing transmission array.

Yet, Ye Jingcheng acknowledged this hope as mere wishful thinking. Should the Demon Race escalate to the level of a Demon Emperor, they could indeed relocate the transmission array or even obliterate it entirely.

Such an event would extinguish any prospect of the Ye family reclaiming their ancestral home in the Taihang Mountain Range.

"I must speak with Fourth Uncle immediately!" Ye Jingcheng felt a profound sense of helplessness. If the transmission array was irretrievably compromised, the Ye family would be compelled to venture into the perilous Celestial Departure Grassland and Hundred Thousand Mountains.

...

While Ye Jingcheng grappled with these critical concerns, an elder and a youthful figure materialized outside Half Moon Lake.

"Grandmother, why have we journeyed here? The Silver Moon Pythons inhabiting this region possess exceptionally volatile tempers; they are hardly endearing!"

"There is a rare Stone Demon present, one capable of concealing itself within the void!" the Fox Saint responded.

"Oh, and a Human Cultivator and a transmission array as well!"

The elder and the youngster soon appeared on the island situated at the heart of Half Moon Lake.

An observation was made: a spiritual pattern at the core of the transmission array exhibited a noticeable dimming.

"That transmission array has been rendered inoperable!" the Fox Saint remarked without hesitation.

"Indeed, these humans are quite cunning!" it commented further.

"Then let us dismantle their transmission array. The persistent installation of these arrays within the mountains proves most inconvenient!" The young Fox Girl unleashed a swift palm strike, instantly shattering a section of the transmission array.

The Fox Saint remained silent, opting instead to gently stroke the young Fox Girl's head.

"Let's return and cultivate diligently; the Earth Immortal Realm is about to reopen. We must teach them a harsh lesson!"

...

Near Cyan Willow Mountain, by Cyan Willow Lake, stands Jin Yurong, the branch patriarch of the Jin Family.

He surveyed a group of Jin Family Elders, all of whom appeared on the verge of tears.

Had they foreseen the frequency of beast tides in Taihang Commandery, they would never have established their branch there.

The losses incurred in this mortal region over several years surpassed those of Taichang Commandery in several centuries.

Most critically, whenever Taiyi Sect erects arrays here, they forcibly extract the spiritual vein of Cyan Willow Mountain.

This combination of a low-tier spirit vein and high-tier arrays leads to the vein's depletion, even causing its rank to fall.

The spiritual vein at Cyan Willow Lake had already declined once during the previous beast tide.

Now, the situation is even more dire, with a Tier Five Mountain Protection Array in its place.

They could easily predict the spiritual vein's future fate.

However, they were powerless to voice their concerns, as Taiyi Sect's intervention was presented as aid to the Jin Family in repelling the beast tide.

"Several senior disciples from the Upper Sects are present, Yurong. Endure it for now. Once this crisis passes, I will petition to upgrade the Jin Family Branch to a Foundation Establishment Clan. Then, you can return to the main family and access greater resources!" The elder beside him also expressed his helplessness.

After all, the circumstances in Taihang Commandery were not always this grim.

But currently, it was unsuitable for substantial development, especially considering the Ye family's backing from Taiyi Sect; the rate of loss simply wasn't worth it.

"Perhaps we should leverage the Golden Core Ancestors within the family and make a move towards the Outer Sea. It is rumored that once the Cyan Cloud Sea Domain reopens, the Upper Sect will also establish a transmission array to the Outer Sea and set up a branch sect. We should depart for the Outer Sea then!"

Hearing this, Jin Yurong felt a profound sense of helplessness.

Yet, he dared not speak much, merely dismissing everyone and directing them towards the city walls to confront the approaching beast tide.

As the array was activated, those few individuals whose faces were etched with worry quickly shifted their expressions, adopting a resolute mien as if prepared for heroic sacrifice at any moment.