Longevity through Upgrading Buildings Chapter 681 - 296: The Second Contained Building [Chicken Coop lv3]

From his elevated position, Ji Yuan gazed downward and saw that it resembled land reclamation.

Above this building in the sky, a row of white characters materialized.

[Chicken Cage: lv3]

Mysteriously, he sensed that raising chickens inside this [Chicken Cage] would expand the space endlessly, accommodating unlimited numbers.

Yet storing other things inside proved impossible.

This coop served solely for chicken rearing.

Obtaining the [Chicken Cage] brought yet another advantage: the tri-colored Spirit Eggs Ji Yuan fetched last time were nearly exhausted.

It served perfectly as a timely refill.

With the new building obtained, the Mountain of Mind and Heart felt far sturdier, or perhaps the stone mountain's hue had intensified a bit.

Exactly how much its power had layered up remained uncertain.

Next time, he'd need to lure a death-seeking, thick-skulled cultivator to test its might.

After pulling his consciousness from the Mountain of Mind and Heart, Ji Yuan resumed cultivation. Once he needed to restore energy, he began crafting Celestial Thunder Seeds manually without pause.

This treasure ought to be stocked abundantly.

In the next clash with Demon Dao foes, launching a Celestial Thunder Seed first would catch them unprepared.

Over ten days flew by.

During Ji Yuan's next duty shift, a band of demon cultivators launched a siege. Leading them were two mid-Core Formation demons, backed by close to a hundred Foundation Establishment followers.

Dealing with demon assaults was no novelty for Ji Yuan.

Panic was absent, naturally. The array's protection allowed them to hurl spells beyond the city walls.

Or they could man the Spiritual Energy Cannon for wide sweeps, reaping kills with each blast.

Beyond that, Alchemy Square sheltered a peak Golden Core Ice and Fire Elder, capable of massacring every demon outside single-handedly.

Even without his intervention, the Tier Four Array ensured unbreakable defense.

Thus, it turned into a hopeless war of wearing them down.

Once enough demons fell—twenty to thirty losses—they withdrew, melting into the endless mountains.

No Foundation Establishment cultivators perished within the city, though several sustained wounds.

Qi Cultivation attendants then escorted the injured to a designated healing spot inside.

Array specialists ventured out to mend the formations, as talisman experts bolstered the wall runes.

Since Ji Yuan's role was alchemist, he wasn't called for either job. Perched on the wall, he restored his Spiritual Qi while staying vigilant against Demon Dao counterstrikes.

Li Changhe seemed privy to fresh intel, blurting it out upon landing without pause:

"Market scouts have reported plenty lately; these minor demon raids on bazaars keep happening. Markets aren't the only targets—the Six Immortal Sects face them too."

"If it yields no results, what's their aim?"

As he spoke, Ji Yuan spotted three figures descending from Alchemy Square's north flank. They glanced his way in passing.

Their expressions looked uneasy.

These were the three who survived the demon-hunting team.

Sword Ruins' Chang Kun, plus Joy Palace's Lingyue and Linglong sisters.

The rest—the peak Foundation Establishment experts from Medicine King Valley, Corpse Transporting Mountain, and Spirit Control Sect—had all met their end.

Chang Kun endured thanks to his overwhelming prowess. Hailing from Sword Ruins, his sword arts shone brilliantly, enough to rival a Fake Pill without hyperbole.

Lingyue and Linglong formed twin sisters linked in thought, masters of paired assassination arts.

To fell one meant slaying both at once.

Nigh impossible to eliminate, so they lived on.

Encountering Ji Yuan anew, Chang Kun gave a nod, while Lingyue advanced, saluted with cupped hands, and flashed a meek sorry smile. "About Zhou Sanbao before, I slighted Daoist Wu You; please forgive my offense."

Over Zhou Sanbao's issue, Ji Yuan held no lingering resentment.

Moreover, with this peace offering extended, he'd gladly take it.

"That's ancient history for me. Daoist Lingyue, no need for such formality."

Returning the gesture politely, Ji Yuan inquired, "The fight just ended— are you three leaving now?"

"Not yet."

Sword at his side, Chang Kun mulled before saying, "Ice and Fire Elder says reinforcements from various Immortal Sects are incoming soon. Our demon-hunting squad will gain new members, and we'll discuss once complete."

"True, the outer regions remain perilous."

Ji Yuan agreed with a nod.

Typically quiet Linglong murmured softly, "Word is Daoist Wu You once delved solo into the Demon Cave and emerged unscathed. Chosen by Ice and Fire Elder, your power must be immense. Care to rejoin our demon-hunting squad?"

Lingyue's gaze sparkled.

"Yes, Brother Wu You joining would thrill me."

Her invitation lacked hidden motives.

Unlike the unappealing Zhou Sanbao, the captivating Isle Master Wuyou proved far superior company for outings.

"With twin beauties beckoning, Lao Ji, why refuse?"

Li Changhe played the pesky buddy, elbowing Ji Yuan's back amid his words.

"My cultivation's too weak; I'd only drag you down."

Smiling, Ji Yuan saluted and turned down the offer again.

Lacking alternatives, the trio said goodbye and departed.

"Really not joining?"

Once gone, Li Changhe lounged against the wall and sent a voice transmission.

"I fear death."

Ji Yuan answered honestly.

"Yet Water Dragon Sect must dispatch someone this round. Our sect can't keep missing from the demon-hunting squad."

As Li Changhe mentioned it, Ji Yuan glanced northeast, spotting a Water Dragon Sect flying boat hurtling skyward before halting above Alchemy Square.

A notion struck Ji Yuan.

"For the demon-hunting squad... a suitable pick exists."