Unable to Cultivate, I Can Only Raise Soul Pets Chapter 502

502 Last Time?

“Not bad.”

Wang Che assessed that the Firefly Dream Spirit’s Divine Will Space was extremely beneficial.

There was no need to comprehend it; it felt like it could be utilized as a Beast Cultivation Simulator!

“A pity that the little caterpillar, the Magnetic Sword, and Bear Treasure cannot experience this skill for now.”

This was unlike Bear Treasure’s Formless Sumeru Spirit, which could directly alter its consciousness within the mental world.

The Divine Will Space was wholly an ability engineered to simulate all kinds of changes.

Within this simulation, one could mentally instruct soul pets. They could even impart soul skills, Soul Guiding Skills, and so on, seamlessly through the simulation.

Especially when contrasted with painstakingly teaching in reality, Wang Che could still perceive a certain degree of effect through his Divine Will Space when teaching cultivation techniques and the like.

The sole drawback was that the deduction time was not extensive.

The Firefly Dream Spirit could not sustain it for long.

This had no relation to cultivation or mental strength.

For the present moment, the Firefly Dream Spirit could only deduce changes within a month in the Divine Will Space.

In truth, this was exceedingly brief.

Moreover, the more intricate the simulation, the shorter the deduction period became.

For instance, the Godfiend Tomb that Wang Che had requested could only be deduced over three days.

However, even after three days, the little skeleton could not endure the Godfiend Tomb for more than three days.

It met a rather tragic end!

It had solely relied on numerous simulations to overcome the ‘little caterpillar’ through bodily tempering and combat experience.

In reality, the little caterpillar’s strength was quite feeble within the Godfiend Tomb.

It was still vastly inferior to the colossal skeleton.

It was entirely a beginner’s gift package meticulously prepared by Wang Che and the Firefly Dream Spirit.

Consequently…

[Following a strenuous battle, you have vanquished this peculiar caterpillar.]

[You have opened the little caterpillar’s remains and discovered a chest.]

[Upon opening the chest, you found a mysterious incantation!]

[You commenced chanting this incantation. Gradually, you observed your bones emitting a glow. The surrounding spiritual Qi began to rapidly enter your body, and your fatigue swiftly dissipated! You have acquired the spoils of war: the Godfiend Bone Refinement Technique.]

[You embarked on cultivation following the incantation and the diagram… The caterpillar’s corpse rapidly shriveled and crumbled into dust!]

[Continuing to circulate the incantation, you sense as if every fiber of your being is breathing!]

[You perceive that you are aware of everything within a ten-meter radius. You feel an immense familiarity with every part of your body.]

[You have successfully cultivated the inaugural level of the Godfiend Bone Refinement Technique… Your self-assurance surged immeasurably. You immediately set off to confront that formidable skeleton!]

[Slam! Slam! Slam! The massive skeleton dispatched you with three swift blows.]

[You have perished. The simulation has concluded.]

...

The information materialized within the little skeleton’s mind. Wang Che and the Firefly Dream Spirit could, naturally, witness the actual events.

“The introductory cultivation technique of the Divine Tomb Hell Suppression Technique is exceptionally straightforward to cultivate,” Wang Che mused.

He transmitted the cultivation technique to the little skeleton via the Divine Will Space.

This not only facilitated the little skeleton’s faster comprehension but also allowed observation of the subsequent situations and transformations after its cultivation.

Nevertheless, owing to the limited simulation duration, the precise intricacies remained elusive.

“Wu!” The Firefly Dream Spirit nodded, signaling its need for rest; it was utterly drained.

Hmm, as anticipated, utilizing Fifth Brother to test its novel soul skill… was not an optimal decision.

The Firefly Dream Spirit, dragging its exhausted form…

‘Oh dear, I’ve actually become Fifth Brother’s cultivation tool!’

The Firefly Dream Spirit perceived its impending predicament as it gazed at Wang Che, its initial decision filling it with regret.

If, in the future, Big Brother, Second Brother, and Third Brother were also involved…

The Firefly Dream Spirit’s vision darkened.

This was utterly unassailable!

The Firefly Dream Spirit feigned unconsciousness as Wang Che stored it away.

He then turned his attention to the little skeleton.

The little skeleton was clearly brimming with excitement, seeming eager to continue playing.

‘Alas, after acquiring such a potent cultivation technique, I should have diligently cultivated for a period before challenging that gargantuan skeleton!’

The little skeleton lamented its impulsive action.

It proceeded to enhance itself in all aspects within the simulation.

‘I was obliterated by that minuscule insect hundreds of times!’

Through these three days of simulation, Wang Che discerned that the little skeleton possessed unique attributes uncommon among many soul pets.

It exhibited virtually no signs of boredom!

Logically speaking, after enduring so many simulated trials, any standard soul beast, even Bear Treasure, would undoubtedly harbor numerous negative emotions, even if it possessed the fortitude to persevere.

Indeed, skeletons are inherently emotionless undead creatures. Repeating tasks comes naturally to them, devoid of any feeling of boredom. It was a realization that dawned after a month of absorbing the mineral vein. Yet, absorbing the mineral vein to enhance one's physique is a form of cultivation where progress is visible. Such simulated trials, however, become difficult to improve upon after a hundred attempts. This is because the little caterpillar, within the Divine Will Space, is not weak. For the little skeleton, unfamiliar with controlling its own body, it's akin to a Level 1 player challenging a Level 10 boss. It was overwhelmingly outmatched in every aspect.

In the future, Wang Che intends to have the little skeleton spar with various demonic creatures within the Divine Will Space, observing the effectiveness of its cultivation of the Divine Tomb Hell Suppression Technique. "You might be able to give it a try. It's not too late to cultivate now," Wang Che approached and advised. "If you cultivate now, will your initial strength be greater the next time you enter?"

The soul fire within the little skeleton's head began to flicker. That's right! The little skeleton started cultivating according to the technique it had learned from the Divine Will Space. However, cultivation within the Divine Will Space seemed vastly different from practicing in reality. After cultivating for a short while, it discovered there were no discernible changes. Seeing this, Wang Che understood the reason. The Godfiend Tomb simulated by the Divine Will Space is a unique environment, exceptionally suited for cultivating the Divine Tomb Hell Suppression Technique. Similarly, for an introductory cultivation method like the Divine Demon Bone Refinement Technique, the abundant death aura emanating from a Godfiend in the tomb serves as prime nourishment for undead creatures. If it could encounter a Godfiend skeleton, it could directly absorb its power to temper its own skeleton. This initial phase is known as Bone Refinement, after which, the refined Godfiend Hell Bone Body could absorb various energies to perfect its physique.

In reality, such conditions are naturally absent. Where could one find a Godfiend skeleton? The Heavenly Bone Emperor was unique precisely because he absorbed the entirety of the Fiendgod Tomb. Even on the Black Jade Star, let alone the entire Federation, such a special environment doesn't exist. Even if the bones of a million-year-old soul beast were present, it wouldn't suffice. However, as an entry-level cultivation technique, Wang Che had made slight modifications. Over the past three days, Wang Che integrated the little skeleton's unique physiology with the resources of the Black Jade Star to refine the technique. This adaptation was fitting. The Black Jade Star is rich with countless mineral veins and abundant resources, while the little skeleton possesses the innate ability to shatter itself and automatically absorb/transform energy. This cultivation technique, therefore, needed improvement. Wang Che modified the Bone Refinement Technique so that it wouldn't require absorbing skeletons, but rather various other resources. Whether it could ultimately achieve the Godfiend Hell Bone Body remained uncertain, but it would undoubtedly cultivate a physique no weaker than its current one. After all, the little skeleton's body is highly specialized, and this technique further aids it. He would also gain insights from the Divine Will Space at that time.

"Don't be anxious; take your time. When you cultivate, try to shatter your body slightly," Wang Che instructed. "Allow it to automatically absorb the ambient energy, but you must use cultivation to control that energy, not let it freely move within you after absorption."

The little skeleton processed this. 'Oh!' It needed to shatter its own body! After a moment of thought, the little skeleton took out a leg bone, intending to break it. "No need to break it entirely," Wang Che coughed. "Just shatter it a little. If your current body breaks completely, it will require a significant amount of energy to repair. There's no need to be so drastic in your initial cultivation."

Slightly shattering its body proved somewhat difficult. However, the little skeleton now had a good command of its body, and its strength was at its peak. With a single punch, it shattered its leg bone and commenced cultivation. For the first time, it began to perceive a peculiar energy: soul power. The soul power latent within its body was as vast as an ocean. It could sense the raw power contained within its form but couldn't perceive the soul power hidden within. Only by sensing soul power could one learn a soul skill, or establish other foundations for learning. Otherwise, it would be impossible to master a powerful soul skill simply by sensing one's own body. Wang Che nodded in satisfaction. Indeed, teaching it this way was significantly more efficient.

“There are less than two years before someone arrives from the war zone. Try to let it absorb more mineral veins and gather more resources.”

“Over the next few decades, Black Jade Star will be in a state of rapid eruption. When the war zone notices, they will undoubtedly want a piece of the pie.”

“This isn’t just ordinary resources; it's not a city or a continent, but the resources of an entire planet! Although you promised to give it to me back then, upon seeing Black Jade Star’s condition, you’ll surely want some of it back…”

“After all, the war zone needs to develop… Even the Federation might make an appearance. If the news cannot be contained…”

Therefore, a conflict was inevitable.

It was a certainty.

There would be no war within the Federation, but beyond Black Jade Star, a battle might erupt.

For the sake of resources, especially the abundance of an entire planet, no war zone would stand idly by.

At that time, the Ancient Fiend and the Divine Light Whale could bring the second and third-generation soul beasts back to the Eastern War Zone to recuperate and await a breakthrough to a million years of cultivation.

Wang Che had foreseen many possibilities.

However, at that point, it should have been several years away.

“In a few more years… I can only do my utmost to make them stronger…”

Another month elapsed.

According to the Eastern Calendar, it was March of 3022, marking the third month since the little skeleton's birth.

Its cultivation and strength were advancing at a phenomenal pace.

Within the Godfiend Tomb, its survival duration continued to extend.

Concurrently, it commenced following the Firefly Dream Spirit's lead to locate a second mineral vein for continued cultivation and improvement.

However, the Firefly Dream Spirit could not accompany the little skeleton in cultivation at every moment; it still needed to patrol Black Jade Star.

The current state of Black Jade Star required monthly documentation. Otherwise, with even a slight lapse in attention, significant changes to the terrain of Black Jade Star might occur, leaving them unaware of resource locations.

To hoard resources, a more diligent effort was necessary.

Consequently, the Firefly Dream Spirit would visit the little skeleton monthly, assisting its cultivation within the Divine Will Space for a few days.

Each month, the little skeleton would gauge its own strength. It cultivated with immense dedication to survive within that peculiar space.

After absorbing the second mineral vein, the little skeleton's cultivation surged to ten thousand years within two months.

From within the Divine Will Space, Wang Che bestowed upon the little skeleton a few rudimentary soul skills.

Having vanquished the colossal skeleton, it could now barely exit the beginner's area in the Divine Tomb Space.

An additional three months passed.

By mid-June of 3022.

Through the diligent efforts of the Firefly Dream Spirit, the Ancient Fiend, and the Divine Light Whale,

the third-generation soul beasts of Black Jade Star spontaneously came into being.

This particular creature originated in a river within the Eastern Polar Region, bearing a resemblance to the Divine Light Whale – appearing like a whale, yet not entirely, and like a fish, yet not precisely.

In Wang Che’s estimation, after the Ancient Fiend had laid its eggs, it would resemble a crocodile if its limbs and tail were severed.

Within the same month, third-generation soul beasts emerged on land.

These third-generation soul beasts were remnants left by the Divine Light Whale and the Ancient Fiend in various locales across Black Jade Star. These remnants could be a strand of hair, a scale, or even a droplet of saliva that gradually merged with Black Jade Star's natural systems.

Although not directly created, they were still intrinsically linked to the Divine Light Whale and the Ancient Fiend.

As per the strategy, the second-generation soul beasts had already achieved successful cultivation. They began seeking out these third-generation soul beasts within their respective territories to offer guidance, thought transmission, cultivation instruction, and so forth.

By the close of 3022, the fourth-generation soul beasts began to exhibit signs of life.

The so-called fourth-generation soul beast was a life form that emerged on Black Jade Star.

It bore no relation to the Divine Light Whale or the Ancient Fiend.

The process from the appearance of life force to becoming a true soul beast was significantly more protracted than that for third-generation soul beasts.

If the life forms spawned by the Divine Light Whale and the Ancient Fiend were at the Transcendent level from inception, with an upper limit surpassing Perfection, then the third and fourth-generation soul beasts experienced a reduction in tier.

Third-generation soul beasts were generally around the King rank, while fourth-generation soul beasts ranked even lower.

Naturally, this was merely the nascent stage.

In reality, with dedicated cultivation and evolution, they all possessed the potential to reach the Transcendent level.

At this juncture, only half a year remained.

Wang Che’s soul power level had ascended to 40.

Merely half a year remained until the Little Caterpillar and the Magnetic Sword would conclude their seclusion.

Over two years spent in seclusion on the Black Jade Star had led to a swift ascent in their soul power cultivation bases and a significant boost in the proficiency of their various soul skills.

Even after Bear Treasure entered seclusion, its rate of improvement within a single year was astonishingly rapid!

“Just the final six months now,” Wang Che mused aloud. “The Little Caterpillar and the Magnetic Sword are also nearing the end of their seclusion... It’s been over two years in the Federation now... I do wonder what has transpired. Speaking of which, the spatial conditions on the Black Jade Star stabilized about half a year ago...”

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