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

Following that, the success rate steadily increased for first-tier mid-grade, high-grade, and so on.

Once we try the first-tier top-grade Explosive Flame Talisman,

When simulating the energy of the Golden Thread Python's Golden Light Technique or the Glass Wooden Kite's Wooden Spike Technique,

The first two or three times were a little difficult, but I quickly adjusted.

The success rate has also remained stable at around 50%.

Moreover, about half of the finished talismans contain spiritual light and have clear and full runes.

It has clearly reached the level of a high-quality product, and its power is nearly 20% higher than that of ordinary talismans of the same type!

In just two days, without sleep or rest.

Dozens of talismans of various colors were neatly arranged in front of Qin Shou.

It mainly consists of first-tier superior and top-grade items, including many exquisite pieces.

The price was the crimson sphere of light that had been accumulating in his sea of ​​consciousness for several years.

It was now completely dark, with not a single drop of energy left.

"Accumulating red energy is not easy, and this consumption is enormous."

Qin Shou looked at the empty crimson sphere of light with a hint of regret.

But stroking the thick stack of talismans beside him, he immediately felt much more at ease.

"However, it was worth it! With these talismans, plus the spirit beasts,

The journey to the Wind Owl Mountains three days later would be a den of dragons and tigers.

I also felt more confident that I could get through this.

He carefully sorted and put away the talismans, then began to meditate and regulate his breathing to recover his depleted mental and spiritual energy.

With departure imminent, he needs to get himself into top condition.

Once the adjustment is complete, it's time to meet the agreed departure time with the cultivator surnamed Zhou.

There are still about five hours left.

A familiar fluctuation came from the protective barrier outside the cave; it was Zhao Ming, the neighbor, returning.

Qin Shou hesitated for a moment, then activated the restriction.

Zhao Ming looked travel-worn, but his face carried a hint of relief after completing his mission.

Seeing the door to the Qin Beast Cave open, he greeted it with a smile:

"Junior Brother Qin, did you not take care of your spirit silkworm today?"

Oh, by the way, I heard you've been studying talismans lately? How's it going?

"Some progress has been made, but further refinement is needed."

Qin Shou led him into the room, offered him spirit tea, and casually asked,

"Senior Brother Zhao, have you heard any news about Senior Brother Zhou Feng while you were out recently?"

"Zhou Feng?"

Zhao Ming held the teacup, his brows furrowed slightly. "Why did you suddenly ask about him, Junior Brother?"

This person... has a bad reputation, seems to be somewhat narrow-minded, and is good at scheming.

However, to be able to fight his way from the outer sect to the inner sect on his own, he does possess some skill.

He thought for a moment, "It is said that he also stood out from the outer sect competition more than ten years ago, and he doesn't have any illustrious background."

After joining the group, he behaved quite well.

At least on the surface, they haven't done anything too outrageous.

"Oh? In that case, he's just an ordinary inner disciple."

Qin Beast remained unmoved.

"Ordinary?"

Zhao Ming shook his head and lowered his voice, "To say it's completely unusual wouldn't be entirely true."

Junior brother, do you know that among those who entered the outer sect in the same batch as me, there was a senior brother surnamed Zheng?

This person was quite talented, but he had a feud with Zhou Feng over a dispute about a cultivation site.

At that time, Zhou Feng's cultivation was slightly inferior.

Later, I managed to enter the inner gate first by sheer luck, and not long after...

Then I heard that when that Senior Brother Zheng went out to train,

He died unexpectedly on the outskirts of the Fengxiao Mountains, and his remains have not been fully recovered.

At that time, Zhou Feng had just broken through to the eighth level of Qi Refining not long ago.

Senior Brother Zheng has already reached the peak of Qi Refining.

Zhao Ming paused, a hint of lingering fear and doubt in his eyes:

"There was some discussion about this matter outside the sect at the time, but no evidence was found, and it was eventually dropped."

A Qi Refining Perfection cultivator died at the hands of a Qi Refining Eighth Level cultivator—was it an accident?

It always seems a bit strange.

Since then, Zhou Feng seems to have kept a lower profile within the sect.

Qin Shou felt a slight chill.

The difference between perfect Qi Refining and the eighth level of Qi Refining is significant.

Without special means or external assistance, it would be almost impossible to stage a counterattack.

Not to mention ensuring that no remains were ever found.

This week, Feng was indeed hiding a secret.

And it's probably a secret that can't be brought to light.

"Thank you for informing me, senior brother."

Qin Shou thanked him with a normal expression, and they chatted for a few more minutes.

Zhao Ming then took his leave and returned to his cave.

After seeing Zhao Ming off, Qin Shou returned to the quiet room, but his expression darkened.

"He had reached the pinnacle of Qi cultivation, yet died at his hands without any explanation... This person's hidden methods are probably more deadly than I imagined."

With only two second-tier spirit beasts,

If the opponent has a special method to counter spirit beasts, or a strange method that can be used to unleash a burst of power instantly,

I'm not necessarily certain of victory.

A sense of unease quietly spread.

His trump card, which he had relied on, no longer seemed so reliable.

The cultivation world is teeming with extraordinary skills, secret techniques, and insidious treasures.

There are countless examples of boats capsizing in the gutter.

"No, we can't put our safety entirely on the existing spirit beasts."

We must add another layer of insurance, a powerful trump card sufficient to cope with unforeseen crises and even turn the tide of battle!

His gaze fell upon the treasure-containing gourd space.

It landed on the silver-ringed water python that had been at the first-order perfection stage for a long time.

This python possesses the bloodline of a dragon and has the best potential among the four pythons.

If one can break through to the second tier, their combat power will undoubtedly surge.

Moreover, its ability to control water may have a remarkable effect in the mountainous and forested environment of the Fengxiao Mountains.

Without further hesitation, Qin Shou suddenly stood up.

There are still several hours until the agreed time.

That's enough for him to make a round trip to the Beast Market and complete a breakthrough to become a Guardian.

He quietly left the peak and once again used the "Water Mist Concealing Breath Technique".

He rode the gray-feathered roc at full speed toward the market.

They entered Lingju Pavilion with practiced ease and rented the same second-tier cave dwelling with its restrictions.

Inside the cave, Qin Shou sat cross-legged, his expression solemn.

He first took out the second-tier low-grade water python demon core that he had bought from Qian Man.

Then, he took out several pre-prepared second-tier water-attribute auxiliary medicines: Cold Grass, Dew Flower, Water Soul Crystal Fragments, etc.

The silver-ringed anaconda was summoned, seemingly sensing its impending metamorphosis.

It raised its ferocious head, its scarlet forked tongue flickering nervously.

He seemed somewhat anxious and expectant.

"Today, I will help you break through!"

Qin Shou let out a low shout and took the lead in wrapping the demon core with spiritual power and slowly sending it into the python's mouth.

The silver-ringed water python swallowed it whole, and its scales instantly shimmered with a ghostly blue light.

The breath began to fluctuate violently.

Qin Shou dared not be negligent and flicked his wrists repeatedly.

Dissolve the prepared excipients one by one.

Guided by pure water-attribute spiritual energy,

It evenly penetrated into the vital points of the giant python's body.

At the same time, he activated the "Three Primal Spirit Control True Scripture".

He continuously channeled his pure water elemental energy into the python's body.

It helps to refine the medicinal power and break through the bottleneck.

The cave was filled with moisture, and the temperature dropped sharply.

The silver-ringed python writhed in agony, its body sometimes expanding and sometimes contracting.

Dark blue blood droplets seeped from between the scales, only to be frozen by the cold air.

The roars echoed within the confines, filled with wildness and struggle.

Qin Shou's forehead was covered in sweat, but he continued to steadily output spiritual power.

And with his powerful divine sense, he soothed the giant python's violent will.

It guides the power of their bloodline to flow towards a higher level.