Reigning Supreme in countless worlds With Beast taming

The message bearer for Qin Feng was a child who looked to be around eight or nine years old, his round and chubby little body appearing quite adorable.

However, Qin Feng was certain that no child of such age had accompanied them on their expedition, not even Elder Luo Zhancheng's daughter who had sneakily climbed aboard the tower ship wishing to join the expedition; he had caught her on the spot, spanked her little behind a few times, and sent her back home.

After all, it was difficult for a child of that age to cultivate anything substantial. Even if they came to the Otherworld, they would be of little use and would require someone to look after them, a waste of time and energy.

But this child was different.

When Qin Feng heard the child addressing Elder Kongkong as "old master," he immediately understood that this must be one of Elder Kongkong's Spiritual Beasts that had taken on human form.

Despite the child's appearance of youth and probable immaturity, the aura he exuded, even without being outwardly manifested, was subtly powerful, prompting Qin Feng to guard against underestimating him.

"Did Martial Uncle Kongkong say what he needs me for?"

Qin Feng inquired.

The child replied, "The old master didn't specify, he only ordered me to find you and take you to meet him at Moyun Ridge."

Qin Feng nodded his head.

Since there was no mention of the reason, there was no point in probing further. He would learn the details upon meeting Elder Kongkong.

Moreover, if there was a matter to discuss, it was likely related to the Ghost-Faced Spider or the Lion Scorpion Beast.

Thus, Qin Feng rode on the back of the Spiritual Vulture, following the child as they flew toward Moyun Ridge.

He noticed that the child could fly through the skies without any hand gestures or incantations, matching his speed precisely; as fast as his Spiritual Vulture could fly, the child matched it.

Qin Feng inwardly sighed with admiration. It was no simple feat for a Spiritual Beast to accompany Elder Kongkong; the child, who had a trace of cuteness, had at least reached the Purple Mansion Realm, to emanate such an immense presence.

He glanced at the child and suddenly thought, wondering if any of his own Spiritual Beasts were capable of taking on human form.

Demon Beasts on their cultivation path have two directions: one was to transform into a human form and follow the path of Demon Cultivation, and the other was to maintain their original shape and pursue the path of a Wild Beast.

Within the Beast Taming Sect, it was rather rare to see Spiritual Beasts that had transformed; the majority followed the cultivation practices of Wild Beasts.

This was mainly due to an incident in ancient times when a disciple was beguiled by their own transformed Spiritual Beast. The disciple actually chose their Spiritual Beast as their Daoist partner, betraying the Sect and resulting in substantial damage to the Sect.

Henceforth, the Sect established a rule forbidding disciples from falling in love with Demon Beasts, with severe consequences for those who violate this rule.

At the same time, in the cultivation of Spiritual Beasts, the Sect preferred to guide them towards becoming Wild Beasts.

Doing so would maintain their more fearsome and powerful attack capabilities, stronger than if they transformed into human form, although the downside was that their advancement would be slower.

After all, human form had many advantages for cultivation; it made practice easier and Enlightenment more attainable.

Certainly, there were a few transformed Spiritual Beasts within the Beast Taming Sect. Most of these transformed beasts were not of strong Bloodline Power, and they only managed to successfully transform after forming a Demon Core early on.

For Demon Beasts, the stronger the Bloodline, the later the transformation would occur. Top-level Bloodline beasts might need to wait until they reach the Purple Mansion Realm or higher.

As for Top-Level Divine Beasts like the Dragon Clan, they would probably have to wait until they reach the Dharma Image Realm or Primordial Spirit Realm to transform. Moreover, an extremely small number of Divine Beasts with exceptionally strong foundations may only be able to transform after Proving Dao due to their overly robust bodies.

Qin Feng mulled over these thoughts while following the child, flying up to the great hall of Moyun Ridge. The child went to report, and then he led Qin Feng inside.

"Disciple Qin Feng, pays his respects to the two Ancestor Martial Uncles."

Upon entering, Qin Feng found that not just Elder Kongkong was present; the Gui Ling Ancestor was also cross-legged in a high seat, so Qin Feng hastened to bow respectfully.

"Mm, rise."

The Gui Ling Ancestor waved his hand lightly and pointed to a cushion on the ground, saying, "Sit down and talk."

"Thank you, Martial Uncle."

Qin Feng, upon hearing this, took his place on the cushion below without demur, "I wonder, what tasks do the two Martial Uncles wish to entrust to me?"

The two Supreme Elders exchanged glances, and finally, Elder Kongkong spoke, "We have called you here indeed for a significant matter to discuss."

"Please instruct me, Martial Uncle, and your disciple shall spare no effort to fulfill it."

"There's no need to reply so hastily."

Elder Kongkong gave a wan smile, "You'd better think it over, after all, this matter is somewhat dangerous for you."

Hearing mention of danger, Qin Feng became more cautious, asking, "May I ask what exactly is the matter?"

"Here's the thing. Have you sensed any problems with your Lion Scorpion Beast recently?"

Elder Kongkong's gaze settled on him.

"Lion Scorpion Beast?"

Perplexed, Qin Feng thought, this Demon Beast was in Elder Kongkong's care, and surely could not be in any danger unless it had been summoned to the Otherworld?

At that thought, he carefully extended his senses, but failed to detect the existence of the Lion Scorpion Beast. Yet he also didn't feel the destruction of the Binding Spell placed in its Divine Soul.

Frowning, he let part of his spirit descend into the Demon Refining Pot and followed the connection with the Lion Scorpion Beast. This time, surprise jolted him.

The link between the Lion Scorpion Beast and the Demon Refining Pot had been severed.

This meant that the Lion Scorpion Beast was either dead or someone had forcefully cut its connection with the Demon Refining Pot.

Of course, Qin Feng was almost certain that the latter possibility could be ruled out.

A being capable of such a feat wouldn't focus attention on a mere Lion Scorpion Beast.

This puzzled him; if the Lion Scorpion Beast was dead, then why hadn't his Binding Spell been destroyed?

Elder Kongkong, seeing his frown as if guessing what he was thinking, said, "You've probably sensed it by now, that Lion Scorpion Beast has perished.

However, I had performed some tricks on the Lion Scorpion Beast from the start, and incidentally, I protected the Binding Spell you had planted deep within its Divine Soul, so that your Binding Spell did not dissipate."

"So that's it."

Qin Feng came to a realization.

He had wondered if something beyond his comprehension had occurred, but it turned out to be a maneuver by Elder Kongkong.

Elder Kongkong continued, "Since that Lion Scorpion Beast had a summoning contract, I prepared some schemes on it, expecting that when it was summoned, we could lock on to that world."

"The Lion Scorpion Beast was summoned for the first time today since you brought it over, and I had planned to try a few more times to slowly lock onto that other world," the elder sighed, "but I didn't expect that just moments after the beast was summoned, it would be killed there. With this development, things have become more complicated."

Qin Feng was at a loss for words as well. That Lion Scorpion Beast really had terrible luck; it hovered on the brink of life and death several times and yet still couldn't escape its fate.

He frowned slightly and asked, "Does this mean that Ancestor Martial Uncle can no longer pinpoint that world?"

"That's not the case,"

Elder Kongkong shook his head. "The method I used to position the Array inside it is somewhat special. I inscribed a subtle Positioning Array on that Demon Core within its body. After the death of the Lion Scorpion Beast, the Positioning Array began to operate on its own."

Qin Feng was left clicking his tongue in wonder.

You must know, the Lion Scorpion Beast was a living creature, and its Demon Core, born inside its head, was the source of its power. That Elder Kongkong could inscribe a Positioning Array on its hard, resistant Demon Core without damaging the beast's brain was an ability that left him utterly astounded.

Nevertheless, this also led him to think of other aspects. He had seen some records in Dao Scriptures stating that when one's Taoist Body cultivation reached a high level of mastery, Daoist Patterns would develop within the body, granting infinite strength and birthing various Divine Skills.

And some heretical Demon Cultivators or Evil Cultivators, in a bid to master certain powerful Divine Skills prematurely, would even inscribe mysterious Runes on themselves using secret techniques, thus achieving the ability to perform some special maneuvers.

However, it was said that such methods were harmful to the Taoist Body and were not as formidable as those naturally evolved with cultivation.

Elder Kongkong's inscription of the Positioning Array on the Demon Core of the Lion Scorpion Beast might have borrowed some side-door techniques; otherwise, he would not have been able to do it with such ease.

Elder Kongkong went on to say, "The Positioning Array is already in operation, but since the Lion Scorpion Beast's Demon Core has limited energy, and my own strength is too great, the core's power alone is insufficient to support me in rushing over.

Besides me, the only one who is capable of breaking through space to reach the Positioning Array's location is you."

"Only me?"

Qin Feng was momentarily taken aback. "Can't the other Elders do it? After all, my strength is weak among the disciples, far less powerful than that of the Elders. Even if I reached the other world, there's no guarantee I could achieve much."

"That won't do,"

Elder Kongkong shook his head and said, "First of all, the Lion Scorpion Beast's Demon Core cannot sustain the transmission of a Cultivator above the Purple Mansion Realm. Second, others have no connection with the Lion Scorpion Beast and wouldn't be able to reach it, running the risk of getting lost in the Endless Void.

But you are different. I sealed your Binding Spell inside the Demon Core of the Lion Scorpion Beast. With the connection between the Binding Spell and you, I am confident I can send you to that world.

The only issue now is that we don't know what dangers that world holds. It would be problematic if you were to arrive only to be slain by a powerful foe."

Qin Feng furrowed his brows and suggested, "Then, perhaps we could wait a few days before transmitting."

He didn't explicitly say he didn't wish to go, recognizing that the two Supreme Elders of the Sect had sought him out likely in hopes he would agree. Although he wasn't obliged to go, and the Gui Ling Ancestor and Elder Kongkong would certainly not force him, Qin Feng still didn't refuse. As a True Disciple of the Sect, he knew he had responsibilities to uphold, and when it came to important matters, it was expected for him to contribute.

Of course, he was also curious to see what a new world looked like—surely it couldn't be the same as the Red Flame Demon Realm, right?

However, his interest was merely in witnessing, and should the danger prove too great, he would have to weigh his options carefully; after all, he had no intention of truly marching to his death. This is why he suggested to Elder Kongkong to delay the transmission for a few days.

Elder Kongkong gave a bitter smile. "Once the positioning Array on the Lion Scorpion Beast's Demon Core is activated, it will continuously deplete the power within the core.

The Lion Scorpion Beast is too weak to withstand that kind of drain. By my calculations, even if I don't initiate the transmission, within six hours, the Positioning Array will completely deplete the power of the Demon Core and then we will not be able to locate it anymore."

"This?"

Qin Feng's expression changed.

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If that was the case, he was indeed somewhat hesitant to agree to teleport immediately.

After all, the Lion Scorpion Beast had just been killed after going over, so who knew if he would encounter similar dangers.

Unknown dangers are always terrifying.

Of course, he would definitely be stronger than the Lion Scorpion Beast, so if the danger wasn't too great, he might not necessarily die.

No wonder Ancestor Martial Uncle told him to consider it more and not to rush to agree. It really was a difficult problem.

A moment later, Gui Ling Ancestor said, "This matter wasn't originally part of the plan for this expedition. Even if you don't go, it doesn't matter. After all, no one knows how many years it will take to finish the war in this world. If the delay is long, it may take dozens or even hundreds of years, so for now we can't concern ourselves with other worlds.

However, if you decide to go, your Martial Uncle Kongkong and I will do our utmost to protect you and equip you with a few treasures, so you won't get into trouble."

Elder Kongkong nodded, "Exactly, I have crafted a few Space Escape Talismans. I can give you two to ensure your safety while you travel through space. Additionally, I will set up a Guiding Array for you and give you a specially made Transmission Array Plate. When you wish to return, or if you encounter danger, you just need to activate the Transmission Array Plate, and it will bring you back."

Upon hearing this, Qin Feng felt reassured.

He knew about Space Escape Talismans. They were true exotic treasures, extremely rare items that allowed one to flee through the endless void. More importantly, they were very hard to craft and required the use of space-related treasures.

Moreover, there was that Array Plate that could teleport him back at any time. With this thing, he also had a way out. As long as he didn't encounter a super expert wanting to slay him immediately upon arrival, there was no need to worry about significant danger.

So he nodded and said, "If that's the case, Disciple is willing to take this trip. But I wonder, what exactly will Disciple need to do over there?"

He didn't believe that these two Ancestor Martial Uncles were going through so much trouble just to let him broaden his horizons.

"You agree?"

Elder Kongkong nodded, "Good, I will also give you several Positioning Array Plates. Once you're there, try to locate the weak points in that world's space and set up the Positioning Array Plates.

It's a pity that the Space Escape Rats are so hard to find. I don't have any others on hand, otherwise I would give you one to help you find the space weak points.

If you can't find them, it's okay. Set up in several places, and I can still slowly locate the spatial fluctuations of that world."

Qin Feng thought for a moment, then suddenly raised his hand and released the Swallowing Sky Toad, asking, "Ancestor Martial Uncle, the Swallowing Sky Toad also has Space Divine Power. Though it cultivates in a different direction from the Space Escape Rat, it should still be able to sense spatial fluctuations, right?"

"Eh?"

Both Elder Kongkong and Gui Ling Ancestor looked at each other upon seeing this, and then they burst into laughter, "Good, good, good, that's excellent. I didn't expect you, kid, to have such a Spiritual Beast.

Daring to raise a Swallowing Sky Toad, not afraid that it would eat you into bankruptcy... but now, it's exactly what we need."

Gui Ling Ancestor looked at the Swallowing Sky Toad in Qin Feng's hand for a few moments and then nodded, "To have raised the Swallowing Sky Toad to this stage is quite rare, and it's even fused with the bloodline of the Swallowing Star Toad. Not bad, in the future, it might indeed be possible to cultivate it to a certain level."

Elder Kongkong took out a dull gray Crystal Stone from his person, caressed it a few times in his hand before heaving a sigh, "Well, your Little Toad is going to benefit this time. Feed this to the Swallowing Sky Toad; it should help it advance its strength by a step."

He then sent the gray Crystal Stone floating over.

"Thank you for your generous gift, Ancestor Martial Uncle."

Qin Feng hurriedly thanked him, reached out to catch the Crystal Stone, and felt it was light as a feather, as if it had no weight at all. But upon sensing it more carefully, it felt as heavy as if it contained a mountain.

"This is a Space Crystal Stone I have treasured, the very last one I have. The rest have already been used to reinforce the Cave Heaven Fortress for this expedition."

Elder Kongkong sighed lightly, "This item is rare, and I only obtained some by chance in my earlier years. Feed it to the Swallowing Sky Toad. Let it use it to develop its internal space, saving you a lot of time and resources."

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