Beast Taming Clan: I Have a Jade Book Chapter 1099 - 776: The Golden Quenching Essence Fruit Is Sick

Various magical artifacts and treasures rapidly filled the bamboo table, a dazzling spectacle that was almost too much to take in.

Despite the haze of drink among the attendees, their focus was entirely captivated by the displayed items.

These were all spoils that Ye Jingcheng had procured from the Zhang and Jia families.

Each and every piece was exceptionally rare and held immense value.

The collection of magical artifacts notably included less common forms, such as mirrors and towers.

Lesser quality items were not presented; Ye Jingcheng had them stored away in the Ye Family's Treasure Vault.

Among the spirit pills were those of Tier Three and Tier Two, which encompassed Advancement Pills, Jade Soul Pills, Body Forging Pills, and others designed to boost cultivation.

Furthermore, each spirit pill exuded a rich aroma, and some even bore pill patterns, marking them as superior-grade pills personally refined by Ye Jingcheng.

"Brother Jiu, this pill furnace is called the Auspicious Qilin Furnace. It's a Tier Two Top-Grade Pill Furnace and perfectly suited for you!"

"Brother Liu, this Tier Three Demon Beast Inner Core will surely help your Fire Cloud Bird and Flame Python achieve breakthroughs!"

"Brother Si, here is the Nie Feng Banner. While it's only a Tier Three High-Grade Treasure, the Nie Feng Stone embedded within allows it to rival a Tier Three Top-Grade Treasure!"

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Noticing their silence, Ye Jingcheng took the initiative to offer these meticulously chosen treasures to them.

Every item was carefully selected for its suitability to each individual.

Concurrently, Ye Jingcheng presented the spirit pills he had prepared to aid their upcoming breakthroughs.

A moment of hesitation passed among them.

The sheer value of these gifts made them reluctant to accept, and they exchanged glances, none eager to be the first.

Yet, their eyes betrayed a clear longing for the items.

"I didn't refuse the gifts you all bestowed upon me!" Ye Jingcheng gently insisted.

Prompted by his words, everyone finally accepted the presents.

Under Ye Jingcheng's encouragement, they each proceeded to select two additional magical artifacts or treasures that particularly suited them.

"Jingcheng, the family is planning another auction in a few months at the Taihang Market. We can put some of these magical artifacts up for bid then," Ye Jingyun and Ye Jingyu remarked.

Unlike Ye Jingli, whose attention was solely on the wine, these two were still considering the family's interests.

Hearing their comments, Ye Jingli shared a laugh with Ye Xingyu, making light of their shared expertise in artifact refining.

The atmosphere was both heartwarming and filled with amusement.

"It will be a bother for you all again then!" Ye Jingcheng nodded in agreement.

He had no intention of participating in the auction himself, as he had more pressing matters to attend to.

His arrival in the Eastern Domain was primarily to establish the Teleportation Array and re-establish connections.

Secondly, his aim was to revive the artifact trade between the Tian Dao Sect and the Ye Family Trading Association.

Thirdly, he intended to restart the development of spiritual ore resources within the Pill Desolate Secret Realm.

The Ye Family's future demand for spirit medicine would be immense; whether for their proprietary pill formulas or other spirit pills and remedies, the Ye Family could not solely depend on their own production.

"Ah, Brother Liu, Brother Jiu, the clan will be increasing the allowance for the residents of Lingyun Peak by fifty percent for the next fifty years," Ye Jingcheng added as an afterthought.

A wave of joy spread through the group upon hearing this news.

One should not underestimate a fifty percent increase in clan allowance; the Ye Family's supplemental allowances for each Spirit Peak Hall were calculated based on a fundamental amount, so this boost would also elevate associated duty allowances.

Cultivators at the Qi Cultivation stage would receive hundreds of spirit stones, while those at the Foundation Establishment stage would gain at least thousands.

Naturally, it wasn't solely about the spirit stones but also about the prestige now associated with Lingyun Peak.

"Furthermore, before you reach the Purple Mansion stage, you will be permitted to contract a Tier Three Great Demon with the family," Ye Jingcheng announced.

This was yet another special reward for those who remained stationed at Lingyun Peak.

Even Ye Jingyun and Ye Xingqun, typically composed in their expressions, were beaming with smiles at this announcement.

All present raised their cups once more, clinking them together in a toast with the spirit wine.

The rain fell in torrents, and the sky remained perpetually overcast throughout the day.

On that particular day, an unknown quantity of wine was consumed, progressing from Cyan Bamboo Wine to Jade Wave Wine, and finally to the Tier Three White Willow Dew.

In the end, the entire group succumbed to drunken slumber within the tranquil bamboo forest.

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The downpour persisted for an entire day, only ceasing completely with the dawn of the second day.

The early morning light in the distance cast a soft, gentle glow.

It illuminated the dew-kissed bamboo leaves, transforming them into shimmering gold, as if outlining every leaf with a delicate golden edge.

The entire bamboo grove appeared remarkably refreshed, and even Ye Jingcheng, inhaling the crisp, clean air, found himself utterly captivated by the tranquil scene.

Surrounding the bamboo grove, countless bamboo rats were already active, each leap shedding a cascade of golden dewdrops.

Their squeaks carried a joyful tone, tinged with an unspecified emotion.

Ye Jingcheng observed them with a smile, then turned his gaze towards the morning sun. He noticed that the members of the Ye Family had already departed.

They had their respective responsibilities within the family structure.

"Perhaps I have grown too complacent!" Ye Jingcheng mused, a hint of self-deprecation in his tone.

Having spoken these words, he ambled through Lingyun Peak, taking in the sights of the mountain stream, glancing at Lingyun Lake, and revisiting his former residence.

Although remnants of the past were still discernible, the area had undergone changes after enduring the beast tide.

The Spirit Field had been replanted, the courtyard repaired, and fortunately, Chu Yanqing had taken the Spiritual Apricot Tree with her when she departed.

After a period of observation, Ye Jingcheng ascended into the air, heading towards the Taihang Mountain Range.

The teleportation array he had previously used to arrive had been dismantled by Ye Jingcheng himself, necessitating the construction of a new one.

The selection of a suitable location for this new array was a meticulous process.

His initial plan was to establish the teleportation array at Chixia Ridge. However, given that Ye Jing Hu had previously frequented that area, it was deemed unsuitable and too risky.

Placing it there would significantly increase the chances of detection by the Demon Saint.

Alternative locations like Cyan Willow Lake or Tai Cang Mountain were also deemed insufficiently secure.

After careful deliberation, Ye Jingcheng found his options narrowed down to Cloud Lion Ridge and Long Elephant Valley.

Both the Thunder Roc Demon King and the Mammoth Demon King had been liberated earlier by Ye Jingcheng.

Considering that Cloud Lion Ridge was in proximity to Chixia Ridge, Ye Jingcheng ultimately decided upon Long Elephant Valley.

Long Elephant Valley shared a border with the Silver Moon Mountain Range and was notably inhabited by a substantial population of Mammoth Elephants.

Most importantly, the vastness of Long Elephant Valley presented a significant advantage, though its closeness to the Tian Dao Sect necessitated increased caution and discretion from the Ye Family.

Nevertheless, the threat posed by the Tian Dao Sect to the Ye Family was considerably lower compared to that of the Taiyi Sect.

With his decision finalized, Ye Jingcheng set his course along the Void Spirit Ridge, proceeding towards Earth Dragon Valley.

Upon traversing Earth Dragon Valley, Ye Jingcheng entered the area. The valley's fauna was still predominantly Golden Scale Beasts and Armor-Piercing Beasts, with a diminished presence of Earth Lizards. The new dominant entity was a Rock Lion Demon King.

The Rock Lion clan had also experienced a notable increase in numbers.

This particular Rock Lion Demon King had been appointed by the Celestial Cyan Demon Emperor.

A subtle coldness entered Ye Jingcheng's gaze.

The reclaiming of Earth Dragon Valley was a certainty, especially given its strategic importance to the security of the Ye Family's Lingyun Peak. Furthermore, the Celestial Dragon Fruit Tree was merely on loan to the Celestial Cyan Wolf Valley.

The day would come when all that was lost would be recovered.

Without prolonging his stay, Ye Jingcheng swiftly exited Earth Dragon Valley. He arrived at the Silver Moon Mountain Range shortly thereafter, before finally reaching Long Elephant Valley.

Contrary to its name, Long Elephant Valley was, in reality, a network of multiple smaller valleys.

The landscape was characterized by towering ancient oak trees and numerous waterways, where several Mammoth Elephants could be observed roaming. Ye Jingcheng detected the subtle aura of a Soul Contract, guiding him towards the territory of the Mammoth Demon King, known as Demon King Valley.

This particular valley was immense, surpassing even a small oasis within the Desert Sea in scale.

Dozens of Mammoth Elephants resided within its confines, including six or seven formidable Tier Three Mammoth Elephant Great Demons.

It is important to note that this number is not exhaustive, as many Mammoth Elephants also inhabited the Desert Sea and other areas within Elephant Valley.

As Ye Jingcheng made his appearance, the gathered Mammoth Elephants let out a resonant, unified trumpet.

The lead Mammoth Demon King, transitioning into its human form, addressed Ye Jingcheng directly, referring to him as Master.

When compared to the Three-eyed Demon King and the Thunder Roc Demon King, the Mammoth Demon King stood out as the individual Ye Jingcheng felt most secure entrusting with a familial contract.

Its disposition was characterized by a straightforward nature, lacking the cunning and manipulative tendencies of the Three-eyed Demon King.

However, it must be acknowledged that possessing intelligence also had its advantages; the beast tide that had occurred previously had provoked the wrath of the Celestial Cyan Demon Emperor. Had a different Demon King been in charge, the same outcome might not have been achieved.

"Master, has the Dragon King managed to achieve a breakthrough?" the Mammoth Demon King inquired, finding Ye Jingcheng's decade-long absence from contact somewhat perplexing.

It could only surmise that Ye Jingcheng had been occupied with bolstering the Earth Dragon Demon Emperor's formidable array.

"Indeed, it has broken through. The Ye Family's teleportation array is slated for establishment here. You will need to dispatch a significant number of Great Demons to patrol the surrounding areas, ensuring no cultivators intrude!" Ye Jingcheng commanded.

Naturally, maintaining the secrecy of the teleportation array involved more than just deploying guards.

It necessitated the utilization of the Ye Family's specialized Shadow Wood Puppets and their unique Spirit Insects for enhanced detection capabilities.

A Foundation Establishment Cultivator skilled in Spirit Insects is intended by Ye Jingcheng to be stationed at Long Elephant Valley for its protection.

"Understood, Master!" the Mammoth Demon King responded obediently.

Noticing its cooperative demeanor, Ye Jingcheng presented a Grade Four Spirit Pill as a token of appreciation.

This gesture elicited repeated bows from the Mammoth Demon King, its eyes gleaming with intensified fervor.

"Thank you, Master!"

"Our Ye family is not one to be stingy. Maintain your loyalty and service to the Ye Family, and in the future, you might even achieve a breakthrough to Grade Five Cultivation. Your offspring could potentially surpass your own innate talents!" Ye Jingcheng declared.

His gaze swept over the young Mammoth Elephants within the valley, though he noted with slight disappointment that none had reached the Three-Layered Treasure Light stage.

Ye Jingcheng surmised this might be due to the Mammoth Elephants' limited breeding capacity, resulting in only seven calves being born.

Plans were made by Ye Jingcheng to procure more Demon-enticing Grass to be given to the Mammoth Demon King at a later time.

Progeny born from a Demon King typically possess superior innate potential.

Beneath the Mammoth Demon King's palace, Ye Jingcheng's teleportation array would be established.

With the teleportation array and formation meticulously set up and subsequently tested, Ye Jingcheng released a profound sigh of relief.

The vital link connecting Lingyun Peak and the Desert Sea was now definitively secured.

The resources and wealth amassed by the Ye family in the Desert Sea over many years could now be systematically converted into valuable treasures and Spirit Materials. These would then be channeled towards the Eastern Domain Countries in exchange for the Spirit Medicines and rare artifacts that the Ye Family currently lacked.

This established a self-sustaining and advantageous cycle.

"On a separate note, how many Golden Quenching Essence Fruits have matured over these past ten years?" Ye Jingcheng inquired, unable to suppress his curiosity after completing the teleportation array setup.

Despite the Golden Quenching Essence Fruit being merely a Grade Three Lower Rank Spirit Fruit, its effects on Body Cultivation were considerable.

An increased consumption of this fruit by himself and Ye Haicheng would significantly facilitate their respective breakthroughs.

The primary constraint was the scarcity of Golden Quenching Essence Fruits.

"Master, it appears the Golden Quenching Essence Fruit has been ailing these past ten years and has not borne any fruit!" The Mammoth Demon King confessed after a moment's hesitation.

To be perfectly candid, its bewilderment was palpable, as the Golden Quenching Essence Fruit Tree traditionally fruited once every decade. The ten-year interval had indeed elapsed since the last harvest, yet not a single fruit had appeared, leaving it utterly perplexed.