Cultivation: From Servant to Revered Immortal

Chapter 67: Chapter 67: Hatching a Spirit Beast!

After leaving the Danhai Pavilion, Zhou Xun headed straight to the Hundred Treasures Pavilion.

Over the years since arriving at Qingyue Square, Zhou Xun had smoothly integrated into the local upper circles.

Consequently, he was also familiar with Shopkeeper Zheng of the Hundred Treasures Pavilion.

”With Alchemist Zhou gracing us, our Hundred Treasures Pavilion truly shines!” The portly shopkeeper warmly greeted Zhou Xun.

”Brother Zheng, you’re too kind,” Zhou Xun replied, exchanging a few polite words before directly stating his purpose.

”I am here to purchase a set of Beast Taming Techniques. I wonder if the Hundred Treasures Pavilion has such an item?”

”If it’s a particularly rare inheritance, I truly don’t have it, but I do have a common Beast Taming Technique here!” The portly shopkeeper replied with a smile.

He then took out a scripture and placed it in front of Zhou Xun.

”A fair price is sixty Spirit Stones, but since Alchemist Zhou is buying, fifty Spirit Stones will do!”

Upon hearing this, Zhou Xun nodded, paid the Spirit Stones, and was preparing to leave when Shopkeeper Zheng spoke again.

”As Alchemist Zhou is purchasing Beast Taming Techniques, you must be looking to cultivate Spirit Beasts. Would you also like to purchase a Spirit Beast Bag and Spirit Feeding Pill to aid in the growth of Spirit Beasts?”

”Please, Brother Zheng, explain them a bit!” Zhou Xun requested.

”This Spirit Beast Bag has a vast internal space, capable of holding Spirit Beasts several yards in size, priced at eighty Spirit Stones!”

”As for these Spirit Feeding Pills, the low-grade ones are extremely cheap, one Spirit Stone per bottle. The middle-grade requires five, and the high-grade costs twenty!” The middle-aged shopkeeper said with a smile.

”I’ll take the Spirit Beast Bag, but not the Spirit Feeding Pills, as Zhou Mou is also an alchemist!” Within the alchemy inheritance gifted by Master Yun Ku, there is refining methods from Tier One Low-Grade to Tier One High-Grade Spirit Feeding Pill.

He then took out eighty Spirit Stones to purchase the Spirit Beast Bag, and afterward left.

Back at the cave mansion, Zhou Xun studied the Beast Taming Technique closely.

Contained within was a method for incubating Beast Eggs.

Several rare materials are blended into a special Spirit Liquid, onto which the Beast Eggs are then placed.

The Beast Eggs absorb the Spirit Liquid Essence, and after reaching a certain level, they will hatch.

Zhou Xun then went out once again, spending dozens of Spirit Stones to buy all the materials.

He then blended them into an incubation elixir.

Next, upon arriving at his Quiet Chamber for cultivation, he used a magical artifact to dig a groove in a corner, preparing to place the Spirit Liquid and Beast Eggs inside.

Suddenly, an idea surfaced in his mind.

”According to the Spring Condensation Scripture, extracted Spirit Plant Essence can enhance one’s aptitude. I wonder if this essence is useful for Spirit Beasts?”

Looking at the Beast Eggs before him, Zhou Xun decided to give it a try.

He then took out a Tier One High-Grade Spirit Medicine and began operating the Spring Condensation Scripture.

The essence emerged, and Zhou Xun cautiously manipulated the luminescent dots toward the Beast Eggs.

The moment the luminescent dots touched the Beast Eggs, they instantly fused, engulfing the entire egg in a vibrant green aura. After a while, the green aura vanished, and the Beast Eggs returned to normal.

He was uncertain if this essence would be beneficial to them.

Zhou Xun placed the Spirit Liquid and Beast Eggs together into the groove.

Once they hatch, the results will be clear.

After handling the Beast Eggs, his focus shifted to the two sets of demon beast materials.

According to his plan, the materials from the Demon Python would be sold for Spirit Stones.

As for the Profound Armor Armadillo materials, he intended to find Master Yeyun to refine them into a magical artifact.

However, Master Yeyun was currently at the Celestial Terrace Ridge Market, so he had to make several preparations before departing.

Firstly, as the journey would take some time, Zhou Xun needed to preemptively refine a batch of elixirs to keep the Danhai Pavilion running.

Secondly, he required a legitimate reason; after all, a Middle-Stage Qi Refining alchemist had little reason to be away for long.

”Perhaps using the excuse of refining a High-Grade Pill Furnace to travel to Celestial Terrace Ridge Market!”

Given that his current Pill Furnace was still the one purchased from Red Leaf Square, it was indeed time for a change.

Thus, over the next month, besides extensively refining elixirs, Zhou Xun visited Song Zhishu.

As the rental housing steward at Qingyue Square, Song Zhishu was well-connected and highly esteemed within the area.

After Zhou Xun explained his purpose, Song Zhishu was quite surprised.

”Brother Zhou intends to visit Celestial Terrace Ridge Market to commission a Pill Furnace?”

Just after speaking, he seemed to realize something, his tone tinged with disbelief as he asked Zhou Xun:

”Could it be that Brother Zhou has advanced to High-Grade Alchemist?”

Typically, only those refining High-Grade Elixirs would use a High-Grade Pill Furnace.

”Not yet, but Zhou Mou wishes to leverage the Pill Furnace to attempt High-Grade Elixir refinement and thereby advance!” Zhou Xun explained.

”It seems that in a few years at most, Qingyue Square will gain another High-Grade Alchemist!” Song Zhishu realized, his words carrying a tone of envy.

For most Middle-Grade alchemists, reaching this stage is the precursor to advancement.

In terms of status, a High-Grade Alchemist ranks higher than even a Peak Qi Refining Cultivator.

”Then I shall rely on Brother Song’s good wishes!” Zhou Xun laughed heartily, showcasing immense confidence in his words.

Two and a half months later, on the journey between Qingyue Lake and Celestial Terrace Ridge, Zhou Xun was riding atop a Spirit Steed, speeding along.

Qi Refining Cultivators cannot fly, and flying magical artifacts are extremely costly, leading cultivators to breed Spirit Steeds for long-distance travel.

Accompanying Zhou Xun were dozens of riders.

That day, upon visiting Song Zhishu and expressing his purpose, he was introduced to a caravan heading to Bailu Valley via the route that passed through Celestial Terrace Ridge.

”Alchemist Zhou, night is falling, and the leader has decided to camp here. I’ve been sent to ask for your opinion.” A rider quickly approached, speaking with a respectful tone.

”I am merely a follower; please proceed according to Leader Bai’s decision.” Since joining the caravan, the responsible parties would frequently consult Zhou Xun regarding major decisions, showing great respect.

Zhou Xun naturally refrained from overstepping his bounds or interfering.

Half a month later, the group successfully reached the Celestial Terrace Ridge area.

The name implies its form: like a massive, elevated platform.

Legend has it that Celestial Terrace Ridge was once an immense and mighty mountain, later bisected by the magical combat of powerful cultivators, creating its distinctive terrain.

”Alchemist Zhou, we’ve reached Celestial Terrace Ridge, but we must hasten back to Bailu Valley, so we won’t stay any longer!”

One hundred li outside the Celestial Terrace Ridge Market, a tall and imposing middle-aged man cupped his hands goodbye to Zhou Xun.

This person was Bai Kuobei, the leader of the caravan, boasting Eighth-Layer Qi Refining cultivation.

A scion of the Bai family from Bailu Valley, this caravan also belonged to the Bai family; Bai Kuobei was returning from Qingyue Square, and by chance, his route aligned with Zhou Xun’s destination.

Seizing the opportunity to earn the friendship of a young Middle-Grade Alchemist with little effort, Bai Kuobei was naturally willing.

”Many thanks to Brother Bai for your care on this journey. Next time you’re in Qingyue Square, don’t forget to seek Zhou Mou for a drink!” Zhou Xun politely cupped his hands, expressing genuine sentiment.

”As Alchemist Zhou invites, Bai will surely come!” Bai Kuobei laughed heartily, subsequently taking his leave.

With that, Zhou Xun turned and rushed toward the Celestial Terrace Ridge Market.