Beast Taming Clan: I Have a Jade Book

Within the Secret Realm, the streets and small town lie at the foot of the mountain, bustling once more, seemingly having gained a few more people over the past few days.

The cultivators who survive here, unless incredibly unlucky, will have gained significant rewards.

Outside the building, the Prince Wang waits alongside Ye Jingcheng, who greets him before following him up the mountain.

Unlike ordinary cultivators who reside at the foot of the mountain, Nascent Soul True Monarchs have palaces on the mountaintop.

This not only showcases the identity of True Monarchs but also facilitates Nascent Soul cultivators to oversee the Secret Realm.

After all, this is a Tier Five Secret Realm; if cultivators from other sects infiltrate and create chaos, the losses for the Righteous Sect’s Earth Immortal Realm expedition may increase substantially.

The Righteous Sect would certainly not tolerate such a situation.

Ye Jingcheng’s only curiosity lies in the depths of the Upper Immortal Realm, wondering to which Immortal Sect the mysterious Treasure Medicine has fallen, or perhaps to cultivators from other realms.

Of course, curiosity aside, Ye Jingcheng has enough self-awareness not to ask questions indiscreetly.

Before long, the two arrive at the mountainside.

At this moment, the mountain peak is shrouded in a dense white mist.

The mist, rolled and churned by the raging winds, makes the otherwise ordinary mountain peak appear exceptionally grand and magnificent.

Moreover, the Spiritual Might is quite prominent, presumably powered by a Tier Five Array.

Ye Jingcheng can’t help but be more cautious.

”Qianchen Daoist, no need to be so tense; this time, the sect probably has extra rewards for you!” Mansion Master Wang spoke with a slight smile, dispelling Ye Jingcheng’s many doubts.

”Although last time the sect suffered a considerable hidden loss, not many treasures were actually lost, and with Profound Celestial Sect’s True Monarch Mo Gong’s corporeal form destroyed, even if a Nascent Soul possessed or rebuilt the body, recovery wouldn’t happen within a hundred years.”

He pointed towards the distant palace.

”Qianchen Daoist, my uncle is waiting for you in that palace; I won’t be going further!” As the palace came nearer, Mansion Master Wang halted his steps.

Ye Jingcheng nodded and proceeded towards the palace.

The palace isn’t overly luxurious; at least, some True Master Palaces that Ye Jingcheng has seen aren’t much worse than this.

Of course, this is due to the Earth Immortal Realm’s custom of not prioritizing lavishness.

”Elder Xu Huai.” Ye Jingcheng bowed respectfully.

”Come in!” The palace door opened, accompanied by a voice.

Ye Jingcheng then entered the palace, finding its furnishings simple and not as luxurious as he had imagined, though there were many scrolls hanging.

These scrolls depicted Treasure Swords exuding overflowing Sword Qi, dignified harps, and Demon Banners surrounded by turbulent Demonic Qi.

Each painting appeared incredibly lifelike, almost real, even drawing Ye Jingcheng’s Heart Spirit.

What surprised Ye Jingcheng was that he saw a bead within one of the scrolls.

If he remembered correctly, this bead was the Spirit Treasure he had seen before, the Bright Moon Bead.

His heart was suddenly more shocked, thinking that if the scroll corresponds to the Bright Moon Bead, then all the remaining portraits could be Spirit Treasures.

Prince Wang, being an Artifact Refiner, might suggest that this Xu Huai True Monarch is studying the refining of Spirit Treasures.

”How does this scroll seem to you, young friend?” An old voice rang, prompting Ye Jingcheng to regain his focus, seeing Xu Huai True Monarch dressed in a yellow Daoist robe, appearing frail but with remarkably spirited eyes.

Unlike other Nascent Soul cultivators who scrutinize him, Xu Huai True Monarch’s gaze was not aggressive; instead, it gave Ye Jingcheng a sense of a benevolent elder.

His aura wasn’t apparent either.

If Ye Jingcheng hadn’t seen Xu Huai True Monarch fend off three adversaries and slay a Nascent Soul body, he would indeed think he was a mere old man.

”Elder Xu Huai.” Ye Jingcheng bowed again.

”Young friend, you must have cultivated the Spiritual Eye, right? Take a look at how this painting seems?” Xu Huai True Monarch gave a gentle smile, counting as a reply.

Hearing Xu Huai True Monarch mention it twice, Ye Jingcheng nodded, as Spiritual Aura manifested in his eyes, gazing at the scroll.

Ye Jingcheng felt almost pulled out by the scroll, seeing a Green Light Treasure Sword descending like a Sun Slash, causing him to involuntarily tremble.

This was Sword Intent at its concentrated peak.

However, this sensation ceased abruptly.

Ye Jingcheng stared at the scroll, his heart filled with immense astonishment, even feeling sweat sticking to his robe...

”Elder, this scroll is extraordinarily mystical; though it is indeed a painting, it seems more formidable than even Tier Five Treasures!” Ye Jingcheng replied.

”It’s incredible that even Divine Spiritual Treasures could be depicted in this world.”

At this moment, Ye Jingcheng was truly shocked, feeling it more wondrous than studying Spirit Pills infused with Pill Spirits, appearing even more impressive.

Although currently in the Late Stage of Golden Core, Ye Jingcheng has read numerous ancient texts.

Now, the circulated Spirit Treasures and Ancient Treasures are chiefly remnants from the Earth Immortal Realm or other Secret Realms; Nascent Soul cultivators haven’t heard of anyone refining Spirit Treasures.

As for Divinity Transformation cultivators, they might be capable, but they are beyond Ye Jingcheng’s reach.

”Haha, the use of the word ’copy’ is quite fitting.” Xu Huai True Monarch also laughed heartily.

”Could you tell me, young friend, what is lacking in this painting?”

”I don’t know.” Ye Jingcheng shook his head, but after a moment of thought, he spoke again.

”Elder, it lacks the Spirit Patterns like those of a Spirit Treasure!”

Ye Jingcheng could have been more specific, but doing so would reveal that he had seen many Spirit Treasures; naturally, he didn’t want that.

As for Spirit Patterns, they are the most prominent feature of Spirit Treasures, something well known to anyone who has read ancient texts.

”Indeed, but the Profound Tadpole Pattern is something only a Great Power of the Spirit Realm can master; we cultivators can only be entrapped by this Spirit Treasure all our lives,” Xu Huai True Monarch sighed with emotion.

After a while, he invited Ye Jingcheng to sit down nearby.

As he cast a Spirit Technique, he poured a cup of Spirit Tea for Ye Jingcheng.

This Spirit Tea was no ordinary Spirit Tea; it was a Tier Four High-Grade Spirit Tea, known as Cyan Spring.

This type of Spirit Tea is most beneficial for cultivators to refine True Essence, and most suitable for those at the Late Stage or Peak of the Golden Core.

Seeing this, Ye Jingcheng took the liberty of drinking a cup heartily.

As the Spirit Tea settled in his chest and flowed into his Golden Core, Ye Jingcheng felt his Five Spirits True Manual involuntarily begin to operate.

The True Essence indeed refined a bit.

If he could consume it regularly, Ye Jingcheng felt he might break through the Golden Core Peak within a few years.

”Young friend Qianchen, as you may know, this time you have made a great contribution to the Righteous Sect, and the sect will reward you, giving you three choices.” Xu Huai True Monarch then got straight to the point.

”Firstly, join the Righteous Sect. I, the old man, will strive to secure a Mansion Master position for you. In the future, should you make further achievements, you may have a chance to acquire Nascent Soul Treasure Medicine. Besides, I will introduce you to a master whose alchemy skill, while not surpassing every state of the Central Domain, is among the top few within the Nascent Soul realm.”

”Secondly, become closer with Ke Wei and serve as an Honored Guest Elder in the Wangqing Prefecture. You may freely choose a scroll from here, and the extraction from this operation’s treasures will be waived. Of course, if there are Tier Five Spiritual Medicines, you may still exchange them for the sect.”

”Thirdly, it’s up to you. You may choose a Magical Treasure from the Righteous Sect’s Treasure Vault.” Xu Huai True Monarch explained without hesitation.

Upon hearing the three choices, Ye Jingcheng was momentarily taken aback.

But soon, he understood.

His performance must have caught the sect’s attention; after all, advancing from the Early Stage to the Late Stage of the Golden Core in less than fifty years was already considered genius-level.

Moreover, Ye Jingcheng’s alchemy skill was quite commendable, indicating a bright future.

The sect’s attraction was normal, but it was the second choice that surprised Ye Jingcheng.

Evidently, there were quite a few factions within the Righteous Sect.

Becoming an Honored Guest Elder of Wangqing Prefecture meant aligning with Xu Huai True Monarch’s faction.

As for the third option, it was straightforward: take a treasure and leave, with no debts owed.

”May I ask, elder, what are the responsibilities of an Honored Guest Elder?” Ye Jingcheng pondered for a moment and then asked.

”Normally, you’ll practice alchemy. When necessary, there may be some tasks, such as the last mission. But rest assured, the sect won’t treat Honored Guest Elders like normal sect cultivators, who are often used as cannon fodder.” Xu Huai True Monarch responded.

Ye Jingcheng nodded at this. It was quite understandable, just like the previous operation, where the ones providing cover were cannon fodder, while the real insiders were those sneaking in for the treasure.

As for the alchemy tasks, Ye Jingcheng couldn’t help but feel a bit delighted.

These alchemy tasks were likely meant for refinement by the sect’s Alchemy Masters.

And those that couldn’t go through the sect’s Alchemy Masters might involve Spirit Medicines outside the sect’s usual provisions.

”In that case, I choose the second option!” After pondering for a while, Ye Jingcheng decisively spoke.

His relationship with Mansion Master Wang and Mansion Master Xiao was already quite solid.

Not choosing the second option would likely offend Mansion Master Wang.

It seemed better to continue strengthening ties with Mansion Master Wang and Mansion Master Xiao.

This time, the other party might even break through to the Nascent Soul, making them an exciting prospect for Ye Jingcheng.

Moreover, these alchemy tasks provided Ye Jingcheng with the best opportunity to improve his alchemy skill.

Ye Jingcheng certainly wouldn’t miss this chance.

”Good!” Xu Huai True Monarch raised his cup of Spirit Tea, taking a sip.

Ye Jingcheng also raised his tea cup and drank a cup.

After finishing the Spirit Tea, Xu Huai True Monarch invited Ye Jingcheng to choose from the scrolls.

At that moment, Xu Huai True Monarch said nothing, allowing Ye Jingcheng to make his choice freely.

He was also very curious about what Ye Jingcheng would choose.

”This one!” After hesitating for a moment, Ye Jingcheng directly chose the scroll of the Bright Moon Bead!