Beast Taming Clan: I Have a Jade Book

Chapter 112: Chapter 113: Jade Wave Wine and Golden Flower Fish

The bamboo forest in late autumn appeared exceptionally desolate.

On the emerald green bamboo leaves, there remained quite a few frost-white specks. As the autumn wind rose, some of the dry yellow Bitter Bamboo leaves began to dance gradually in the air, spinning and falling one after another.

In the pavilion, the five men gathered once more. This moment was different from the last, when the spring rain was incessant; now, it felt much more crisp and refreshing.

Their spirits were evidently higher, and their hearts were filled with much more ambition.

Ye Jingteng had broken through to the Ninth Layer of Qi Cultivation; Ye Jingli inherited a new Spirit Beast. Ye Xingyu, Ye Xingqun, and Ye Jingcheng seemed unchanged outwardly, but their expressions were significantly better.

Ye Jingteng continuously took out spiritual objects: a copper jug filled with Spirit Wine, two large bunches of Jade Dew Fruits that had been taken out once before, and a two-foot-long Golden Flower Fish.

The Spirit Wine could not be identified, but the fragrance had already pervaded from the mouth of the copper jug.

The Golden Flower Fish was even more unexpected by the group.

It’s known that this type of Spirit Fish is extremely famous within the Taiyi Sect’s territory. Its appearance is golden-red, very broad, and each of its scales resembles golden petals. Its flesh is delicate, and the Spiritual Energy it contains is quite remarkable.

It far surpasses the Red Section Fish.

“Uncle Xingqun, last time we drank your Cyan Bamboo Wine, but afterwards I searched Taichang Market and found hardly any wine that could match its flavor. So I had to make do and brought this Jade Wave Wine, which is said to come from the Cultivation Realm of the Qi Kingdom in the east. Drinking it is like seeing the ocean…” Ye Jingteng first introduced the Spirit Wine.

This Jade Wave Wine, the others had also heard of. It was slightly more famous than Cyan Bamboo Wine.

But not by much; only Cyan Bamboo Wine has the legend of bamboo snakes being added into the wine, while Jade Wave Wine carries a sense of the ocean’s vastness.

“Brother, this wine must be expensive!” Ye Jingli couldn’t help but ask.

“Indeed, this wine is slightly more expensive than Cyan Bamboo Wine, but not by much—forty Spirit Stones per jug!” Ye Jingteng replied.

Unlike Ye Jingli who observed the Spirit Wine, Ye Xingyu turned his gaze to the Golden Flower Fish.

“Jingteng, I’ve long heard that Jade Dragon Pool breeds Golden Flower Fish. Seems like the breeding results are pretty good!”

“Uncle Xingyu, the sect indeed breeds Golden Flower Fish at Jade Dragon Pool, and the results are promising. Initial success has been shown, and Illusion Peak has also been allotted quite a few. I owe it to my master’s influence for getting one!” Ye Jingteng nodded.

This Golden Flower Fish is a Mid-stage First Tier Spirit Fish and would reach Late Stage once grown large.

Each one is worth at least ten Spirit Stones.

Moreover, unlike Red Section Fish, which is purely excellent in taste, this Golden Flower Fish also has the effect of condensing Spiritual Energy. Eating one of these is equivalent to the effect of a Spirit Pill.

It’s deeply loved by cultivators, although the Ye Family can rear Red Section Fish, but they absolutely could not raise Golden Flower Fish.

This Golden Flower Fish requires not only a Spirit Vein but also feeds not on the ephemera in the pond water but on Golden Jade Spirit Rice.

The value of this Golden Jade Spirit Rice surpasses that of Cyan Rice Spirit Rice.

To rear Golden Flower Fish, it means planting a large expanse of Golden Jade Spirit Rice.

Only Taiyi Sect has the capability for such an undertaking.

It’s no wonder that Taiyi Sect ordered the Mo Family and Ye Family to clear all Red Section Fish.

Similar to Red Section Fish, the Golden Flower Fish doesn’t have much offensive power, except that it’s strong in water.

Its reproductive ability is incomparable to the Red Section Fish.

If there were remaining Red Section Fish, the Golden Flower Fish might not compete successfully against the fast-breeding Red Section Fish.

Ye Jingteng smiled in response, then took out the jug again and poured wine for each of the four.

While pouring wine, Ye Xingyu and Ye Xingqun could sit, but Ye Jingcheng and Ye Jingli had to stand to receive it.

When a mouthful of Spirit Wine landed in the cup, it indeed appeared with waves, brimming with Spiritual Energy.

Ye Jingli couldn’t resist wanting to first toast Ye Jingteng but saw Ye Jingteng already hastily raising his wine cup, directing his toast to Ye Xingqun and Ye Xingyu:

“Let us first toast to our two clan uncles!” Ye Jingteng spoke up.

Ye Jingcheng quickly responded, and seeing this, Ye Jingli blushed slightly and followed suit.

The five clinked their cups and drank in one shot. Unlike Cyan Bamboo Wine, which requires slow tasting, Jade Wave Wine demands to be gulped down in a single go.

Savor its bold and free spirit.

Along with the Spirit Wine going down his throat, Ye Jingcheng indeed felt the surging energy of the Spirit Wine, and the sensation of the ocean was very close, though claiming one actually sees the ocean is somewhat exaggerated.

However, the Spiritual Energy was indeed abundant.

For cultivators who loved strong wine, it certainly could gain their favor.

With the wine drunk, conversations gradually became more frequent.

Only that most of the questions came from Ye Xingqun and Ye Xingyu, who continuously inquired and cared about the situation of Ye Jingteng within the sect.

Ye Jingteng wanted to ask about the situations of the clan uncles, but was easily brushed aside, ending up drinking several more cups.

Realizing this, Ye Jingteng stopped asking.

He began to manually cook the Golden Flower Fish, and for this, took the initiative to invite Ye Jingcheng to assist.

After all, Ye Jingcheng is a Pill Master, and although not quite proficient in Spiritual Cuisine, he was at least well-versed in the pharmaceutical properties and heat level.

At this moment, Ye Jingcheng was not concealing his technique and cooked the Golden Flower Fish with smooth proficiency.

He made the Spirit Fish Oil glow golden, shimmering with Spiritual Light and spilling fragrance everywhere.

As for speech, it was scarce.

After all, in his view, it’s quite normal for Pill Masters to speak less.

After tasting the Golden Flower Fish, Ye Jingcheng indeed discovered that the spiritual power of this fish was quite pure.

Cultivators who absorb purer spiritual energy naturally condense their own spiritual energy more effectively.

The fish meat was also extremely delicate, incomparable to the Red Section Fish.

“By the way, Uncle Xingqun, Uncle Xingyu, I’ve exchanged the spiritual objects you wanted earlier!” Ye Jingteng spoke again, as he took out several Spirit Jade Boxes.

In the Cultivation Realm, Jade Boxes are divided into two types. One is the White Jade Box, which is highly translucent, allowing clarity of the spiritual objects inside.

Apart from that, there’s the Jade Box, which is opaque, and even a Divine Sense has to break through its surface Forbidden Array.

Breaking this array is not difficult; the challenge lies in maintaining the array after breaking it.

Thus, unless one is fearless of offending others, they wouldn’t use Divine Sense to probe a Jade Box.

The current Jade Box is a Jade Box.

Moreover, Ye Jingcheng also possessed one.

Ye Xingyu and Ye Xingqun were the first to uncover the box, and then they promptly closed it.

Their expressions showed no excess emotion, which left Ye Jingteng somewhat disappointed.

“Jingteng, you are considerate. How many Spirit Stones do you need? You’re planning to reach Foundation Establishment soon; your old uncle won’t let you suffer!” Ye Xingqun said, and although Ye Jingteng wanted to refuse, he still mentioned a number.

Seeing this, Ye Jingcheng also picked up his Jade Box, and upon opening it, a Cyan Snake Flower was revealed inside.

This Cyan Snake Flower is different from ordinary Spirit Flowers; its stem resembles a cyan snake pattern, and its blossom is sky-blue, most peculiar.

Judging by the size and spiritual energy of the flower, it should be a hundred years old, meeting the main pill requirements for the Jade Qilin Snake’s Advancement Pill!

Upon hearing this, Ye Jingcheng couldn’t remain unmoved.

“Brother, this spiritual medicine is too precious!” Ye Jingcheng closed the Jade Box.

“It’s just some Contribution Points, no need for courtesy, and I’ve also found the whereabouts of the Jade Beauty Fruit. However, the Contribution Points…” Ye Jingteng didn’t finish.

But the meaning was clear, implying Ye Jingcheng and the others should accompany him to Five Poison Peak.

“Don’t worry, this time both uncles will accompany you. Usually, we can’t help, but today we certainly won’t refuse. In the sect, without us elders to watch over you, remember to think more for yourself!” Before Ye Jingcheng could speak, Ye Xingyu quickly added.

Once said, Ye Jingteng was instantly delighted.

He wasn’t particularly concerned about Ye Jingcheng and Ye Jing Li; his main focus was the Black Wood Ants.

At Five Poison Peak, the miasma is abundant, and the dark fog not only affects Divine Sense but also visibility.

One can inadvertently encounter poisonous insects.

And Ye Jingcheng nodded repeatedly.

At this juncture, Ye Jingcheng had to steel himself to go.

Unless he didn’t want the Cyan Snake Flower and the soon-to-be-obtained Jade Beauty Fruit.

But he wasn’t trusting Ye Jingteng; he was trusting Ye Xingqun and Ye Xingyu!

The former commands the Black Wood Ant army, while the latter is a Tier One High-grade Refiner, so his methods are naturally strong.

Moreover, with such straightforward acceptance from both uncles, Ye Jingcheng was convinced they had confidence.

Ye Xingqun’s acquaintance with Black Wood Ants ensures he understands areas where poisonous insects are prevalent.

“Prepare to set out in seven days, Jingcheng, make more Ice Purity Pills these few days, and also refine several Antitoxic Pills. I’ll refine several Sensing Spiritual Artifacts!” Ye Xingyu instructed.

Hearing Ye Xingyu’s well-organized arrangement, Ye Jingteng naturally agreed.

Feeling more at ease, he seemed to foresee Foundation Establishment wouldn’t be far off.

Ye Jingcheng also nodded, though refining spirit pills before a battle might strain one’s heart spirit, he understood that Ye Xingyu was securing more contributions for him, hoping to earn more treasures at the end.

After all, the Bai Family’s policy has always been based on labor distribution.

Furthermore, they organized themselves this time, without needing to hand over any family treasures.

Ye Xingyu finally looked at Ye Jing Li, signaling him to follow.

Ye Jingcheng then took out four hundred and sixty Spirit Stones from his Storage Bag and handed them to Ye Jingteng.

This was not a small sum, and although Ye Jingteng feigned pride and initially refused, after Ye Jingcheng insisted twice more, the latter again mentioned the Taichang Market.

Suggesting Ye Jingcheng should visit Taichang Market when he has time, as he might find all spiritual medicines available.

Ye Jingcheng nodded in agreement, expressing his intention to visit when he has time.

Taichang Market is directly under the Taiyi Sect, with abundant Foundation Establishment cultivators, hosting an auction once every ten years, frequently featuring Purple Mansion cultivators, while the century auction often draws Golden Core True Masters; truly a centennial event.

After bidding farewell to Ye Xingyu, Ye Jingteng, and others, Ye Jingcheng and Ye Jing Li left together.

“Jingcheng, I’ve made a Spirit Talisman Launcher for you, to fit in the Jade Ring Rat’s belly perfectly!” The two walked along the cyan stone path of Lingyun Peak.

Ye Jing Li handed over the promised Spirit Talisman Launcher to Ye Jingcheng, which was much smaller than the one for the Cyan-Scaled Python.

After all, the Cyan-Scaled Python is much larger than Ye Jingcheng’s Jade Ring Rat.

“Thank you, Brother Liu!” Ye Jingcheng promptly took out a bottle of elixir and handed it to Ye Jing Li.

Inside were five Cyan Spirit Pills, a great choice whether for Ye Jing Li’s own use or for his spirit beasts.