The Sect Leader's Bizarre Recruitment Chapter 134: Cultivating is a Social Skill, the Heaven Pig's Sudden Rise (Part 1) - Novel Cool

Chapter 134: Cultivating is a Social Skill, the Heaven Pig's Sudden Rise (Part 1)

Chapter 134: Cultivating is a Social Skill, the Heaven Pig's Sudden Rise (Part 1)

"Master, what kind of sect is the Beast Taming Sect?" Zhu Rou Rong asked curiously.

"You really haven't read any novels, have you?" Lin Fan wondered.

As a transcender, how could he not know what kind of sect the Beast Taming Sect was? Anyone who had read a few fantasy or cultivation novels would immediately recognize the nature of the Beast Taming Sect upon hearing its name, even if they didn't know its exact status or strength.

However, in movies and TV shows, even though most are adapted from novels, the nature of the Beast Taming Sect hadn't been portrayed much.

Thinking of this, Lin Fan understood and smiled, "You can think of it as a special spirit beast breeding ground. But they're not raised for food, but for combat."

"Can I understand Beast Taming Sect disciples as summoners?"

"Although they cultivate themselves, they rely more on the spirit beasts in their possession."

"They can command their spirit beasts from a distance, borrow their abilities to enhance themselves, and there's even a secret technique that allows temporary fusion with the beasts?"

"In short, if you're going to fight against the Beast Taming Sect, you must never gauge their strength based on their cultivation realm."

"I see."

"Now that you mention it, I understand."

"Then, Master, is the Beast Taming Sect strong?"

Zhu Rou Rong asked curiously, "Will they look down on us?"

"It's hard to say."

"They are a top-tier sect, and in our Southwest region, they are one of the best top-tier sects. Not only are they strong, but they also have a high status."

"Various powers have connections with them because the spirit beasts they breed are of high quality and strength. Their only drawback is their high prices."

"But the Immortal Martial Continent is never short of 'rich people'. If something is good, there will naturally be buyers."

"It's said that even the Sacred Grounds have connections with the Beast Taming Sect."

"Our Moonseizing Sect has been developing well recently, but I guess we still can't catch their attention."

Lin Fan estimated, "Don't expect any favors from them."

"As long as we can trade normally, that's good enough."

Before this, Lin Fan had specifically asked the five elders.

There was no grudge between the Beast Taming Sect and the Moonseizing Sect. When the Moonseizing Sect was in decline, the Beast Taming Sect seemed to be busy with other matters, so they didn't have any ill intentions towards the Moonseizing Sect. Therefore, they could trade normally.

Otherwise, Lin Fan would have a hard time dealing with the Beast Taming Sect.

"But Master, according to reason, our current strength should be enough to promote us to a second-rate sect, right?"

"You just said that we will soon have more than a hundred Spirit Mountains, and the number of Spirit Mountains has already exceeded the limit."

"In terms of top-tier combat power, Senior Sister has already met the requirements."

"The number of disciples is actually the easiest requirement to fulfill. As long as we slightly lower the conditions for accepting disciples, after this year, we can become a second-rate sect?"

At this point, Zhu Rou Rong became a little excited.

"At that time, when our Moonseizing Sect disciples go out, they will have more confidence."

"Lower the conditions for accepting disciples? That's impossible."

But Lin Fan shook his head, "I'm even planning to further increase the conditions."

"As for promoting to a second-rate sect, there's no need to rush."

"After all, we're from the same hometown. Can't you even think of this?"

Zhu Rou Rong suddenly realized, "Master, you're thinking of~~~"

"You know, that's enough."

Lin Fan smiled, "What do you think of the pigs in the Beast Taming Ring?"

Since they were on the road, they might as well chat while walking.

The Beast Taming Ring was a rather special spatial item, and compared to storage items, its most significant feature was that it could hold spirit beasts and allow for normal feeding.

Although it wasn't as convenient as releasing the beasts for feeding, and slightly stronger beasts could easily break out of the ring, the characteristic of being able to carry it around was already astonishing.

Therefore, its price was much higher than that of storage bags and storage rings.

Previously, the Moonseizing Sect didn't have a single one of these items.

It was only after accepting Zhu Rou Rong as a disciple and following Lin Fan's suggestion that Jin Zhen, the Gold Elder, refined one.

"It looks terrifying."

When it came to pigs, Zhu Rou Rong's eyes lit up with confidence, "But I've been observing them, and they're not much different from ordinary pigs."

"They look a bit scarier and are a bit stronger, but their habits and little quirks are the same as wild boars. I shouldn't have any difficulty raising them."

"It's just that the feed ratio needs to be re-researched. The methods from Earth definitely won't work."

"Have you also researched wild boars?"

"My graduation thesis was related to wild boars." Zhu Rou Rong boasted.

"That's really good."

Lin Fan smiled, "It seems like you should be able to handle it."

"This..."

"I have a sixty percent confidence."

Zhu Rou Rong thought he should stay low-key, "But taming wild boars isn't necessarily a long process; it can also be an instant thing."

"An instant?"

Lin Fan was curious, "How so?"

"Have you heard of the story of the wolf that became a celebrity in Kekexili?" When it came to his profession, Zhu Rou Rong became eloquent, and his entire demeanor improved.

Lin Fan was perplexed.

Seeing his reaction, Zhu Rou Rong pondered, "It seems like your time of crossing over might be earlier than mine, so you don't know about it. Or perhaps you don't pay attention to these kinds of news and short videos?"

"I can't say that I pay attention to these things, but I do keep myself informed. If it's a popular news story, I shouldn't have no impression of it under normal circumstances."

"It seems like you're right, I might have crossed over earlier than you."

"But there's another possibility."

Lin Fan narrowed his eyes, "Before we crossed over, we might not have been from the same Earth."

"Huh?"

Zhu Rou Rong was surprised. "How is that possible? Even the national anthem..."

Lin Fan remained calm, "Perhaps it's a parallel universe?"

"If it's a parallel universe, then some differences are understandable, right?"

"That's true."

Zhu Rou Rong nodded, "But for me, these things are still hard to accept. I even doubt if I'm dreaming."

He stroked the Beast Taming Ring, "Let's get back to the topic of taming wild boars. In my area of expertise, I can be more composed."

"Okay, go ahead, I'm listening."

"Well, let's start with the wolf from the Kekexili area."

"Wolves are cruel, fierce, and yet they have strong discipline. They are wild and difficult to tame!"

"In a way, they're even harder to tame than wild boars."

"But this wolf from Kekexili, without any training, has turned into a cute and playful pet, and has even learned many 'tricks' on its own."

Lin Fan became interested, "Tell me more."

"In short, there's a wolf in the uninhabited area of Kekexili that's too old and weak to survive on its own. It was driven out of the pack and had to fend for itself."

"For an old wolf, survival on its own is nearly impossible. It shouldn't survive a winter."

"When it was driven out, it was skin and bones."

"Later, by coincidence, it wandered to the side of the road. Perhaps a passing driver mistook it for a stray dog and took pity on it, or perhaps they recognized it as a wolf but still felt sorry for it, and threw it a piece of egg tart."

"And then... the wheels of fate began to turn."

"Maybe it was starving, or maybe the egg tart was just too delicious. In any case, it was hooked."

"Instead of hunting or trying to reclaim its place as the alpha, it just sat by the road, wagging its tail and begging."

"A month later, it was no longer skinny but had become quite muscular, even fat. Its fur was shiny, and it no longer looked pitiful."

"It even learned to recognize car brands and knew which cars belonged to rich people who gave better food."

"It could also differentiate between egg tart brands and only ate Daliyuan brand."

"Before I crossed over, it had already taken on two apprentices, and its begging team gradually grew..."

"Since then, the wolf pack in Kekexili has been divided into two factions: the conservatives and the egg tart faction."

Lin Fan: "..."

He stroked his chin, understanding, "I get it now."

"You mean, if we're lucky enough, and there's a bit of a coincidence, maybe we can tame the wild boars in an instant."

"Well, I was actually thinking of observing the details and catering to their preferences."

Zhu Rou Rong scratched his head, "I'm not arguing with you, Master. What you said is also correct."

"But gambling on luck is indeed a sign of incompetence for us pig butchers."

"For example, if a pig gets sick, and I don't know how to cure it, I can only hope it gets better on its own. That's incompetence."

"But I was also nervous, not knowing if I could understand the wild boars' needs. However, from my observations, I think it's worth a try."

"As long as we can accurately grasp their needs, taming them shouldn't be too difficult."

"Maybe it'll just take a moment."

"But if it doesn't work, we'll have to take it slow, and that will take a long time."

"I understand."

Lin Fan finally understood.

"No need to rush. As long as we do our best, whether we succeed or not, who can say for sure?"

But there was something he didn't say.

Isn't there at least a bit of a protagonist's halo on you as a traverser? I don't believe you don't have even a bit of fortune.

But...

Have the wheels of fate for Zhu Rou Rong already begun to turn?

...

"The Beast Taming Sect is just ahead."

"Prepare yourself and don't be nervous."

Lin Fan suddenly spoke as they approached the Beast Taming Sect.

Zhu Rou Rong straightened his expression, "Master, I'll try my best."

"Good."

Lin Fan sped up, and soon, the vast grounds of the Beast Taming Sect came into view. But... it was different from what Lin Fan had imagined.

"So quiet?"

"Yeah, this... it's indeed a bit strange."

Even Zhu Rou Rong noticed something amiss, muttering, "According to Master's words, the Beast Taming Sect is the world's top breeding ground, with booming business. How can it be so quiet?"

"It's not just that there's no one coming and going."

Lin Fan frowned slightly, "The Beast Taming Sect has countless Spirit Beasts, and there should be flying ones in the sky and running ones on the ground, with occasional grand displays of power."

"But here..."

"It's too quiet, and I can't even see a single flying Spirit Beast. Something's not right."

As they spoke, they approached the mountain gate, where a Beast Taming Sect disciple stopped them with a blank expression. "Who are you?"

"We're from the Moonseizing Sect," Lin Fan replied, "We're here to select and purchase Spirit Beasts."

"Moonseizing Sect?"

A Beast Taming Sect disciple was surprised, "The one that was renowned ten thousand years ago, but then suddenly fell from grace, almost to the point of being erased, only to have Xiao Ling'er emerge and shock the world once more?"

Lin Fan nodded, "Yes."

"..."

"You can't enter."

"Why?" Zhu Rou Rong asked.

"Don't worry."

The Beast Taming Sect disciple shook his head, "It's not just about the Moonseizing Sect. For this period, we're not doing business."

"Go back and wait for our Beast Taming Sect's announcement."

"Come back when we're open."

Zhu Rou Rong remained silent.

It wasn't personal, so there wasn't much to say.

Lin Fan, however, was curious, "May I ask why?"

"Telling you won't help. Go back, and come again later."

The two disciples smiled.

Telling them was pointless.

If our Beast Taming Sect can't handle it, what can Moonseizing Sect do?

If it were a Peak-stage Moonseizing Sect member, perhaps we would give you some face and explain, but the current Moonseizing Sect, even with Xiao Ling'er's rising fame, is still not enough.

During the recent Heaven's Pride Grand Gathering, our Beast Taming Sect's Talents didn't even bother attending.

This isn't arrogance on their part, but the Beast Taming Sect disciples do have the confidence.

Beast Masters, or Summoners, this 'profession'...

Their combat strength is truly unpredictable.

If they have a powerful Spirit Beast, or even a group of them following their commands, they are truly formidable.

"Well said."

Lin Fan smiled, unbothered by their lack of courtesy. Instead, he snapped his fingers, and two Fifth Rank Celestial Pills landed in the hands of the two.

It wasn't that he didn't want to give them something worse.

But...

He didn't have any.

The Fifth Rank Celestial Pills were intentionally made inferior by Xiao Ling'er.

For Lin Fan, these were the worst.

But for the two Beast Taming Sect disciples, they were momentarily stunned, their eyes widening in surprise.

Fifth Rank Celestial Pills?

Wow!!!

For them at the Fourth Realm, these were essential!

And they were 'top-notch'!

After all, their status in the Beast Taming Sect wasn't high.

Otherwise, they wouldn't have been sent here as 'door disciples'.

"What are you doing?"

"Are you treating us like fools?" the two disciples exclaimed.

"With such a bribe, aren't you afraid we'll report you, and you won't be able to get away with it?"

"Exactly!"

"You only met us, otherwise..."

"Hmph!"

The two discreetly put away the pills, and the anger on their faces gradually transformed into gentle smiles, "May we know your names?"

"I am Mo Zai Yan."

"I am Qiu Shu Feng."

Zhu Rou Rong was stunned.

What?

What's going on with you guys?

Just now, you looked like you were going to report us, and it scared me half to death.

But in the blink of an eye, you're doing this?

So...

Is this because I just entered society and haven't learned social etiquette yet?"

His expression caused Mo Zai Yan and Qiu Shu Feng to roll their eyes.

What are you looking at?

Don't you know why we didn't ask your names or call you fellow Daoists? You have no discernment at all.

But forget it, a Second Realm kid like you probably doesn't have anything good anyway, so just ignore it.

Lin Fan patted Zhu Rou Rong's back and smiled, "I, the unworthy Lin Fan, am the Sect Leader of Moonseizing Sect."

"So it's Sect Leader Lin!"

Mo Zai Yan and Qiu Shu Feng immediately beamed and performed a Daoist salute, "No wonder we, as fellow disciples, thought you were a rare talent and beauty. Forgive us."

"Not at all, you two are high disciples of Beast Taming Sect."

"Sect Leader Lin is too kind."

Zhu Rou Rong blinked, watching the three of them chatting happily.

Suddenly, Lin Fan changed the topic, "Sigh, our Moonseizing Sect is in a remote location, and it's quite troublesome and far to come here. I wonder why your sect suddenly..."

"Cough."

"We two and Sect Leader Lin hit it off at first sight, and there's actually nothing we can't talk about."

They lowered their voices, "Our sect's Guardian Spirit Beast, the Chaos Heaven Pig, has a problem."

"What?!"

Lin Fan was surprised.

Half of it was feigned, and half was genuine.

"The Chaos Heaven Pig has a problem? What?"

Pig?!

Upon hearing it was related to a pig, Zhu Rou Rong also became interested, perking up his ears to not miss a single word.

"Sigh."

Mo Zai Yan spread his hands, "We just don't know what's wrong with it. According to my Master, it seems like the Chaos Heaven Pig has become more and more irritable over the years."

"Logically, it's been in our Beast Taming Sect for over ten thousand years, and it should have gotten used to it by now."

"It also has a good relationship with the Supreme Elders and even has the Divine Soul Restriction left by the Great Great Ancestor Sect Leader. Logically, it shouldn't be acting like this."

"But for some unknown reason, it's becoming more and more irritable, even refusing to eat its favorite food."

"A few years ago, we let it be. As long as we didn't provoke it, even if it was irritable, it wouldn't harm the innocent."

"But in the past two years, it's become more and more irritable and...excessive?"

"I dare not say that!" Qiu Shu Feng quickly added, then continued, "But the Chaos Heaven Pig Senior indeed has become.

(End of Chapter)

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