You're just a single demon beast? I have a whole army of beast tamers!

In the past few months, he also learned about the aftermath of the Lin Family Market from the Sun family disciple who regularly came to collect the spirit deer.

As expected, the Lin family swiftly eliminated the Long family's stronghold, Baicaotang, and strengthened border patrols.

The Long family cultivators seem to have temporarily ceased their activities, and there have been no further reports of large-scale events.

This made Qin Shou feel somewhat relieved, at least the overt threat was temporarily eliminated.

However, when he turned his gaze back to the growing herd of elk in the space, his brows furrowed slightly.

"As the deer herd expands, the rate at which the medicinal herbs are being consumed is also accelerating."

The amount of spiritual herbs that Junior Brother Sun brings each month is gradually becoming insufficient to meet the demand.

More importantly…

His gaze fell on the Xuanbing Spirit Fox in the distance. "The little guy has been stuck at a bottleneck for a long time."

I've already prepared the Cold Jade Marrow and other auxiliary spiritual herbs; all I need is a safe environment rich in spiritual energy to help it break through to the second tier.

It's time to head to the market again.

This time, he needs to purchase a larger quantity of medicinal herbs.

Rent a second-tier spiritual vein cave dwelling

And began preparations for the Xuanbing Spirit Fox's breakthrough.

On this day, the disciple surnamed Sun arrived as scheduled.

After handing over the spirit deer, receiving the spirit egg, and the delivery fee for the month, Qin Shou called out to him.

"Junior Brother Sun, there's something I'd like to ask you for a favor."

Qin Shou said calmly, "I need to go to the market to take care of some important business, which may take a whole day."

I wonder if my junior brother could look after the deer park for me for a day?

I've already fed the deer; just be mindful of the warnings and restrictions.

Upon hearing this, the disciple surnamed Sun looked troubled.

"Senior Brother Qin, it's not that I'm making excuses, but this batch of spirit deer must be delivered to the kitchen of the Ten Thousand Beasts Restaurant in the market before noon. We can't afford to delay."

If we stay, I'm afraid...

Qin Shou had anticipated this remark and smiled slightly:

"That's alright. I can make the trip for you to deliver the deer."

Just tell me the specific location and the person in charge of the handover.

In this way, you can help me look after this place without neglecting your duties at the restaurant, how about it?

The disciple surnamed Sun's eyes lit up; this was indeed a win-win solution.

With Senior Brother Qin's strength, delivering a deer is a piece of cake, and he can even do me a favor.

"This... I can't possibly trouble you, Senior Brother..."

The disciple surnamed Sun was polite on the surface, but he was already tempted.

It was just a small favor.

With my junior brother here keeping an eye on things, I can focus on my work with peace of mind.

Qin Shou laughed.

"Well... thank you very much, Senior Brother!"

The disciple surnamed Sun no longer hesitated.

He quickly provided the address of the backyard of the Wan Shou Restaurant's branch in Qinglinfang City.

The name and appearance of the person in charge of the handover.

He also informed Qin Beast of all the details that needed attention.

He then produced his mission token and a simple handover document.

"Senior brother, just hand this document and token to Steward Liu in the backyard."

Qin Shou took it, glanced at it, and nodded:

"Alright, junior brother, wait here for a moment, I'll be right back."

He walked into the deer park,

The three fattest and strongest Qinglin elk to be delivered today were simply tied up with ropes.

Then, with a thought, the spirit beast pouch at his waist flashed with light.

"Rage—!"

The Grey-Feathered Roc, whose aura was close to the perfection of the first rank, answered the call and obediently landed in front of Qin Beast.

Qin Shou carried the three elk and the items to be handed over onto Peng's back, nodded to the disciple surnamed Sun, and then patted Peng's neck.

The gray-feathered roc spread its wings, creating a strong gust of wind, and steadily carried the Qin beast and the three deer into the air.

It soared into the sky towards Qinglin Market in the north.

The disciple surnamed Sun looked up at Peng Ying with eyes full of envy and awe.

This Senior Brother Qin not only possesses unfathomable cultivation,

Even the spirit beasts are trained so well.

He will surely become a prominent figure in the sect in the future.

This time, I've really managed to latch onto a powerful patron!

On the other side, the gray-feathered roc cut through the sky, its wings sweeping across the boundless green grassland.

Qin Beast sat cross-legged on the back of the Peng bird, his mind calm and serene.

Because of the stalking incident that happened last time, like what happened with Junior Brother Sun.

He was in a great hurry to get going, worried that he might also be being watched.

However, just as he left the Deer Park about eighty li,

As we approached a relatively flat hilly area,

In the shadows of a secluded mountain hollow below,

Two pairs of eyes were fixed intently on the gray streak in the sky.

It was the Long family cultivator who was ordered to keep watch.

The scarred old man, Long Huai, and another black-clad subordinate at the eighth level of Qi Refining.

"That's him! That roc, and that outer sect uniform of the Ten Thousand Beasts Sect!"

Exactly as described in the intelligence report!

The black-clad subordinate lowered his voice, a hint of excitement and murderous intent in it.

Long Huai squinted, the hideous scar on his face appearing even more terrifying in the shadows.

He didn't speak, but stared intently at the roc in the sky, which was gradually shrinking.

The finger gently touched the communication jade talisman.

His spiritual energy fluctuated slightly, and he almost couldn't resist summoning his magical artifact to chase after them.

But the cold command from Elder Long Li echoed in his mind, forcibly suppressing his impulse.

"Wait until he leaves the market and returns before making a move..."

We are too close to the market now, and we are in the sky. If we make a move rashly, we are very likely to be detected by the Lin family's patrolling cultivators.

Not only would it alert the enemy, but it could also expose us.

Only after watching Qin Shou's figure completely disappear into the northern horizon did Long Huai slowly withdraw his gaze.

"I'll let you live a little longer."

He said in a hoarse voice to his subordinates, "Keep a close eye on the market. Once you spot him leaving, send a message immediately."

Inform the elders that the target has entered the market; the return journey will be the perfect opportunity to strike.

"yes!"

The black-clad subordinate responded.

Long Huai turned around, and in a few flashes,

They then sped off towards a more secluded valley in the southeast direction.

That was the Long family's newly established temporary stronghold in this area.

Long Li personally oversaw the operation.

On the other side, Qinglin Market soon came into view.

The Qin beast retracted its gray-feathered roc at its usual landing spot outside the market.

Leading three docile green forest deer,

People paid spirit stones as they entered the market.

Compared to six months ago, the guards at the market entrance seem to have relaxed a bit.

However, the wanted portraits of the Long family cultivators on the notice wall were still eye-catching.

He navigated the streets with practiced ease.

We arrived at the Wan Shou Restaurant branch located on the east side of the market.

The grand restaurant was impressive and bustling with customers.

The rich aroma of sacred food filled the air.

Qin Shou didn't go through the main entrance, but instead went around to a quiet alley at the back.

We found the backyard side gate marked with the unloading lane.

After presenting the token and handover documents to the disciple surnamed Sun,

A slightly overweight middle-aged cultivator, known as Steward Liu, quickly came out to greet them.

He examined the deer's appearance and aura.

He checked the documents and tokens again, and a satisfied smile appeared on his face:

"Not bad, not bad. Brother Sun is always reliable. This time, the deer is of excellent quality."

This senior brother looks unfamiliar; is he a fellow disciple of Brother Sun?