Family Cultivation: Rise of the Wilderness

Chapter 225 Conquer
In the boundless, raging sea, Li Xiangming stood on the waves, facing off against the Black Water Serpent in the whirlpool.

He never expected that using the Dragon Binding Seal would drag him into the realm of imagery.

No, perhaps it's not because of the Dragon Binding Seal, but because the Black Water Serpent is actively seeking him out.

Their purpose, of course, is that they are unwilling to be reduced to spirit pets.

Li Xiangming's expression was solemn; the Black Water Serpent's strength should not be underestimated.

Previously, he had sought help from two elite members of the Xiang generation, Li Xiangru and Li Xianghua, and used the Quicksand Soul Burial Array, which is specifically designed to counter water-type monsters, to barely capture it.

Now, he is the only one facing the Blackwater Serpent.

However, Li Xiangming is no longer the same as he was five years ago. Now, he has made great progress in both his cultivation and his experience and methods in combat.

The endless ocean beneath their feet is the Blackwater Serpent's home ground, but it is also his home ground.

Li Xiangming took the initiative and chanted a spell, instantly creating more than ten water columns as thick as buckets around him.

Then, these water columns transformed into snake shapes and lunged at the Black Water Serpent, tearing at it.

At the same time, Li Xiangming unleashed the Weeping Spirit Desolate Sky Rope and hurled it far towards the Black Water Serpent.

The ropes were unpredictable, like a net that severely restricted the Blackwater Serpent's movements.

But the Blackwater Serpent was not to be outdone.

Seeing that the situation was not good, it immediately used its transformation technique, changing from a huge snake body to the size of an arm, and leisurely slipped out of the net, instead rushing towards Li Xiangming.

The two sides clashed again, the waves churning and the whirlpools spinning, and the battle intensified.
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"Master Li?"

Across from Li Xiangming, Cao Yanjun couldn't help but call out softly.

But at this point, Li Xiangming had no way to respond.

"Is nothing going to happen?"

After several unsuccessful attempts to call out, Cao Yanjun was somewhat at a loss.

I've never heard of losing consciousness when casting a blood curse!
"no need to worry."

Just then, a powerful divine sense swept over.

Cao Yanjun quickly turned around and saw a handsome young man with a well-proportioned figure walking in.

“He has entered the realm of imagination; I will protect him.”

Li Xiangren waved his hand, signaling Li Xiangru behind him to disperse the people outside the cave, and then personally stood guard beside Li Xiangming.

"Imaginary space?"

Cao Yanjun was somewhat surprised. The so-called imagery space refers to a realm at the spiritual or conscious level.

This realm is not a means of combat, but a phenomenon that naturally arises when the divine soul grows to a certain level.

Even if a cultivator dies, as long as their remnant soul and magical power remain.

The space of imagery will not disappear.

Some people who explore secret realms and encounter all sorts of bizarre and fantastical sights may very well be imagery left behind by ancient cultivators.

Most of the imagery spaces are not aggressive.

After all, their owners may have long since passed away.

However, there are also some areas of imagery fraught with danger.

Once a cultivator is defeated within the realm of imagination, their spirit will suffer a tremendous blow.

Being exhausted and listless are minor issues.

The scariest thing is being trapped inside and unable to get out.

Although there are many rumors about the Imaginary Space, most people only see fragmented pieces of it.

Even these fragmented pieces are rare and hard to come by.

Cao Yanjun had never seen the strange space before, nor had he heard his clansmen mention it.

How could there be an image space on the Blackwater Serpent?
However, considering that the Blackwater Serpent is a mythical beast...
Cao Yanjun didn't continue thinking about it. Looking at Li Xiangming's slightly struggling face, she felt a little worried.

After an unknown amount of time, Li Xiangming's eyes twitched slightly.

He slowly opened his eyes, and the sound of the waves around him gradually faded away, and the illusion in the mental space also dissipated.

"Done?"

Li Xiangren's deep voice rang out, carrying a hint of expectation and concern.

Upon hearing this, Li Xiangming did not answer immediately, but silently extended his palm.

With a thought, a black figure slowly crawled out of Cao Yanjun's arms, like a nimble black ribbon, and wrapped around his arm. The scales of the Black Water Serpent shimmered with a dark light in the sunlight streaming through the courtyard, and its eyes no longer held arrogance, but instead revealed a hint of gentleness.

"It's done!"

Li Xiangming breathed a heavy sigh of relief, a long-lost smile appearing on his face.

It took him five years and countless resources to completely subdue the Blackwater Serpent.

But at this moment, only two words can describe my feelings: It was worth it!

"Congratulations!"

Li Xiangren said with emotion, "With the Blackwater Serpent and the Weeping Spirit Desolate Sky Rope, it should be difficult for anyone below the Foundation Establishment stage to harm you."

Cao Yanjun also offered his congratulations in a gentle voice: "The Blackwater Serpent has not appeared in the world for a hundred years, let alone been tamed into a spirit pet. Young Master Li is exceptionally fortunate, and his future path will surely be smooth sailing."

Li Xiangming stood up, feeling the warmth of the Black Water Serpent on his arm, and felt extremely excited.

He first turned to Cao Yanjun and said sincerely, "If it weren't for Miss Cao, my matter of obtaining a spirit pet would still be far away. My gratitude is beyond words. If you need my help in the future, just let me know, and I will do my best."

Cao Yanjun smiled slightly: "I've got it."

Li Xiangming then looked at Li Xiangren: "Thank you, elder brother, for protecting me!"

Although Lee Sang-in appears to have done nothing, his presence serves as a safeguard.

Once Li Xiangming is defeated by the Black Water Serpent in the Imaginary Space, Cao Yanjun, a Qi Refining cultivator, will be at a loss.

However, Li Xiangren was able to attack the Blackwater Serpent and forcibly interrupt its imagery to ensure his safety.

"No need to be so polite. This matter needs to be reported to the head of the family as soon as possible."

Lee Sang-in said slowly.

The Blackwater Serpent is a rare and exotic beast; it would be fine if it were not tamed.

After all, no matter how precious a demon beast is, it is still a demon beast and cannot be used by humans.

But once it becomes a spirit pet, its meaning changes completely.

Spirit pets are not only an aid to individual cultivators, but can also become the foundation of a family.

Because once a spirit pet is domesticated, it is difficult for it to return to its past state of following the law of the jungle.

For them, staying in human society and coexisting with the monks is the best option.

Intelligent spirit pets, such as the Blackwater Serpent, can even understand human speech, thus enabling them to communicate with outsiders.

Even if Li Xiangming is gone in the future, the Li family will still have the opportunity to win over the Blackwater Serpent and use it for their own purposes.

Just like the guardian spirit beast that appeared in the Li family two hundred years ago.

However, the guardian spirit beast left on its own decades after its master's death, becoming a permanent source of pain for the Li family.

But now, the Blackwater Serpent has already reached the late stage of Spirit Awakening, and it is only a matter of time before it becomes a guardian spirit beast of the Bone Fusion stage.

Meanwhile, the number of beast tamers in the Li family has surged, and their beast taming skills have also continuously improved.

The chances of stabilizing the Blackwater Serpent in the future are many times greater than they were two hundred years ago.

Therefore, for the Li family, the Blackwater Serpent becoming a spirit pet is of great significance.

This is why Li Qianxiong withstood the pressure and disregarded Yuyuan's opposition, allowing Cao Yanjun to remain at Yushou Peak.

"I see."

Li Xiangming replied that he was now closely connected with the Li family, and every bit of power he possessed belonged to the Li family.

At the same time, every member of the Li family can also become his helper.

"Now that Young Master Li's spirit pet has been tamed, it's time for me to return to Yuyuan."

At this moment, Cao Yanjun spoke softly.

Li Xiangren shook his head repeatedly: "Miss Cao has worked so hard all this time, how could the Li family not show any appreciation?"

As he spoke, Li Xiangren urged Cao Yanjun to stay a few more days, as the Li family wanted to treat their distinguished guest well.

Seeing Li Xiangren's resolute attitude, Cao Yanjun hesitated for a while before finally agreeing.

Li Xiangming then took the opportunity to send Cao Yanjun back to his residence on Yushou Peak.

After the matter was over, he bid farewell to Li Xiangren and planned to report the situation of the Blackwater Serpent to the head of the family.

"Brother, the Cao family is pressing you hard, why are you still keeping Miss Cao here?"

(End of this chapter)