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Chapter 181: Enslaving a Tier 2 Explosive Ape, You're All Pushing Me!
Chapter 181: Enslaving a Tier 2 Explosive Ape, You're All Pushing Me!
Within Crescent Moon Valley, numerous wooden houses and stone caves were built along the mountainside.
This was the inner sanctuary, often inhabited by those holding important positions within the sect.
Other cultivators with lower cultivation bases and positions mostly resided in the expanded stone houses outside.
However, the once peaceful Crescent Moon Valley had recently become less tranquil.
From time to time, dull roars would echo from the depths of the earth.
Then, within the valley's embrace, the roars would reverberate, causing quite a disturbance.
But no one dared to voice their dissatisfaction or doubts.
Everyone was well aware of the origin of those roars!
Deep underground, in a massive mine, the beast's roars and howls continuously erupted, and the thick iron chains binding it rattled loudly amid its violent struggles.
If an ordinary wanderer were here, they would likely be scared out of their wits.
After all, that enraged demonic beast was a Tier 2 Explosive Ape!
But Luo Chen, seated cross-legged on a boulder, paid it no heed, unconcerned.
A jade slip was affixed to his forehead, and his eyes were tightly shut.
After a long while, he removed the jade slip.
"According to the Ten Thousand Beasts Sutra's method, I've tormented this beast for seven days straight."
"It has lost its demonic core and has no power to resist."
"Under the double blow, combined with the Servitor Spirit Pill given by Heavenly Star Master and the cultivator's spirit perception, it can be enslaved."
"Although I can't project my spirit perception, with my profound divine soul and Soul Suppressing Technique, I should be able to achieve the level described in the Ten Thousand Beasts Sutra."
Taking a deep breath, his white robe billowed without any wind.
A powerful surge of spirit energy rippled from Luo Chen's body, causing his white robe to swell.
Suddenly!
A fierce wind arose, and Luo Chen abruptly opened his eyes.
His green eyes swept across the vast mine, settling on the Explosive Ape.
The Tier 2 Explosive Ape glared back, and upon seeing its nemesis, it let out an extremely ferocious roar.
"Roar!!!"
"This is the opportunity!"
Without hesitation, Luo Chen's eyes fixed on the Explosive Ape's inner spirit.
With a flick of his finger, a pill flew into the ape's abdomen, which was forced open.
A surge of Luo Chen's spirit energy coursed through the ape's body, aiding its passive refinement of the Servitor Spirit Pill.
Simultaneously, a silent battle of divine souls commenced.
Time passed, minute by minute, second by second.
After a cup of tea, an incense stick's worth of time...
Luo Chen's face grew increasingly pale, and his aura visibly weakened.
But his eyes became brighter.
Suddenly!
A brilliant green light blazed, and the ape let out a mournful howl, its legs bending as it knelt on the ground.
Luo Chen rose gracefully and slowly floated above the ape.
His hands moved in intricate gestures, casting hand seals one after another.
In the void, an ancient green seal gradually took shape.
This was the Servitor Spirit Seal!
As the seal formed, Luo Chen slowly pressed down with his palm.
The ape's body trembled as the green seal descended, hinting at a faint resistance.
But even as the seal completely sank into its head, it did not stand up.
Plop!
After completing this, Luo Chen stumbled and nearly lost his balance.
"I never imagined that enslaving a Tier 2 demonic beast would be so challenging!"
This Tier 2 Explosive Ape was known for its thick hide, powerful fire-attribute attacks, and formidable strength.
However, its soul was not particularly formidable.
Moreover, after being imprisoned for so long and losing its demonic core, it had become utterly listless.
Even so, Luo Chen had to exert considerable effort to succeed.
"The battle of divine souls was incredibly perilous."
"If not for my unwavering will and the effect of the Servitor Spirit Pill at the last moment, I might have failed."
Luo Chen, with a hint of lingering fear, looked at the kneeling Explosive Ape.
Standing at one and a half zhang tall, even when kneeling, it was significantly taller than him.
But at this moment, the ape lacked its former ferocious and savage demeanor. Its large eyes were filled with fear and trepidation.
As Luo Chen approached step by step, it instinctively wanted to shrink back in fear.
This scene would appear bizarre to any outsider.
One tall and one short, one Tier 2 and one Qi Condensation cultivator, yet their statuses and auras were completely reversed.
Suddenly, the retreating ape halted.
Its large eyes revealed an intense longing.
The reason was that in Luo Chen's hand, a crimson demonic core appeared, which should have been its own!
"From now on, I'll call you Little Red!"
...
Emerging from the mine, Luo Chen immediately issued an order.
He sent people to bring a large amount of spirit energy-infused food to feed Little Red.
He wanted to restore Little Red's strength as quickly as possible.
This was a genuine Tier 2 demonic beast, powerful in combat and robust.
If it could recover to its peak, Luo Tianhui would possess a Tier 2 guardian beast, which everyone would have to treat with caution.
In the upcoming situation, Luo Chen needed this beast as his trump card.
After giving the order, Luo Chen's steps became slightly unsteady.
Whether it was the battle of divine souls, suppressing the ape, or casting the Servitor Spirit Seal, it was all too exhausting for him at present.
He needed time to recuperate.
Unfortunately, some people never gave him enough time.
In Moonlit Hall.
Sima Huiwang spoke with a tense expression, "According to Sima Xian's report, the number of spies infiltrating Luo Tianhui has been increasing recently."
"There are some issues with the pill business as well."
"Many wanderers are dissatisfied with our pricing."
"The Duan Family has sent a letter demanding a further two-fold discount on top of the existing 20% off."
Luo Chen frowned, his face darkening as he rubbed his glabella.
"Another discount? Why not break our backs while you're at it?"
"If we give no profit, we might as well disband!"
"What did the others say?"
Facing Luo Chen's veiled anger, Sima Huiwang forced a bitter smile. "The Chen Family hasn't made a statement and is still purchasing as usual."
"The Li Family is also demanding a discount, changing from 20% to 30%."
"The Nangong Family is as usual, not causing trouble, but they're becoming increasingly sluggish in the business of beast milk and demonic beast meat."
Hearing this news, Luo Chen's face turned even more somber.
But the next piece of news made Luo Chen crush the teacup in his hand.
"The Great River Gang has sent an ultimatum demanding the sales rights to Jade Marrow Pills. They want to monopolize the sales and transport them to Tai Mountain Market."
Crack! The teacup shattered, and Luo Chen's face darkened.
"Huiwang, you may leave now."
"I need some time alone."
Sima Huiwang wanted to say something but stopped, finally leaving quietly.
After she left, Luo Chen's expression remained grim.
He knew that as time passed, the longer Jade Cauldron Sword Sect stayed away, the less he could maintain his false air of authority.
Sooner or later, someone would expose his bluff.
But he hadn't expected the backlash to be so overwhelming.
It wasn't just one family, but several targeting him simultaneously!
Among them, the Great River Gang and the Duan Family were the most aggressive.
One had the advantage of numbers, and the other, on the brink of collapse, was making its last-ditch effort.
Their tacit understanding was clear; they were colluding.
They dared not openly confront the Luo Tianhui but were testing the limits step by step.
Whether it was lowering prices or transferring pill sales rights, they were targeting the foundation of Luo Tianhui.
The arrows were pointed directly at Luo Chen!
"I just want to refine pills and cultivate for longevity, but someone always pushes me!"
"Push me, huh?"
Luo Chen took a deep breath and slowly closed his eyes.
"Then, someone must pay the price."
"The current me is not so easy to provoke."
The Foundation Establishment Pills promised by Tian Xingzi were nowhere to be found.
The power he had built was now on the verge of collapse.
Some even had their sights set on Luo Chen himself.
All of this had pushed Luo Chen to his limits.
If it were in the past, he would have endured it silently, letting others manipulate him.
But times had changed.
With Wang Yuan's growing strength, his successful enslavement of the Tier 2 Explosive Ape, and his own techniques becoming more refined, Luo Chen's murderous intent rose.
"Huiwang, gather the three Hall Masters, Wang, Gu, and Murong, and call Elder Duan Feng as well!"
His cold voice echoed throughout the hall.
Outside, Sima Huiwang, who had been waiting for a long time, responded without hesitation.
"Yes, President!"
...
"I want to attack the Duan Family and destroy their mountain!"
In the Moonlit Hall.
With a simple statement, the crowd, who had been hastily summoned and were still confused, was stunned.
Sima Huiwang never expected that Luo Chen's decision after deep thought would be this.
"President!"
Gu Caiyi's face paled, "Luo Chen, have you gone mad?"
"Although various powers have been suppressing our Luo Tianhui recently, the Duan Family has a Foundation Establishment Ancestor. How can we easily move against them?" Murong Qinglian's expression was filled with worry, "President, you must think thrice before acting!"
Sitting next to Duan Feng, his eyes lit up.
Wang Yuan sat there, raising an eyebrow, and then fell into deep thought.
Luo Chen observed everyone's reactions.
He spoke in a low voice, "This is not a discussion but a declaration of my decision."
Everyone fell silent.
This was a declaration, not a negotiation.
It was at this moment that everyone directly felt Luo Chen's increasingly heavy aura.
The usual playful smile and carefree attitude were gone.
In its place was a ruthless display of decisiveness.
The first to respond was Duan Feng.
"When do we attack?"
"I volunteer to be the vanguard!"
The second to respond was Sima Huiwang.
"If we're going to move against a Foundation Establishment power, we must not make it as public as we did with the Fu Family. We must plan and strike decisively!"
Murong Qinglian and Gu Caiyi, sitting side by side, exchanged a determined glance.
"Regarding intelligence, I'll have the Golden Hall fully support it. Elder Zeng Wen has a wide network of connections and will surely select the most suitable opportunity." Gu Caiyi said.
"Don't worry about logistics. In a short time, I'll gather all the resources we can." Murong Qinglian said.
Finally, Wang Yuan laughed.
"This battle will have me!"
Seeing everyone's determination, Luo Chen's tense expression finally softened.
Very good!
Whether they could win or not, at least they had united in their resolve.
The worst-case scenario was when some advocated for war while others pushed for peace, leading to internal chaos.
After unifying their stance, Luo Chen's tone softened.
"This battle is inevitable.
"The reason is the same as when we dealt with the Fu Family. We must strike first and strike hard, to prevent a hundred retaliatory punches. In fact, this battle is the true test of our Luo Tianhui's strength!"
The last time, they had Miao Wen backing them, but this time, Luo Tianhui no longer has that support.
Regardless of whether it's before or after the battle, we must take this into account.
"We need to flex our muscles and show our strength. Only then can we gain the attention of the Foundation Establishment Cultivators."
"The Dahan Sect has completely withdrawn, and the number of Wanderers is decreasing, leaving behind a vast amount of resources."
"If we can replace the Duan Family, Luo Tianhui will truly enter a period of rapid development."
"At that time, all of you here will have the opportunity to reach the Foundation Establishment stage!"
The previous words emphasized the importance of the war for Luo Tianhui, but the latter part directly concerned the Qi Condensation Ninth Level Cultivators.
Among the seven people present, the oldest were Wang Yuan and Mengmou Qinglian, while the youngest were Luo Chen and Gu Caiyi.
However, none of them were over sixty years old, and they were all at the Qi Condensation Ninth Level, with a great chance to advance further.
But everyone understood that a small group like Luo Tianhui could not possibly support so many Foundation Establishment Cultivators.
If they could obtain sufficient resources, and with Luo Chen's ambition and magnanimity, Luo Tianhui might very well produce several Foundation Establishment True Cultivators.
Everyone could see that Luo Chen had the charisma to attract followers.
As long as they were loyal to him, he would not be stingy with rewards.
Even in the early stages of Luo Tianhui's development, he offered high salaries.
If this sect grows stronger and reaches the level of the Po Shan Gang, it's not impossible to produce several Foundation Establishment Cultivators."
For a moment, the six Luo Tianhui Cultivators felt a surge of enthusiasm.
Without saying more, Sima Huiwang was already thinking of joining us, weren't you?"
She was just one step away from the Grand Completion of Qi Condensation.
Before joining Luo Tianhui, with the help of her two brothers, she had already begun planning for Foundation Establishment pills.
Unfortunately, a subsequent battle consumed many of her resources, leaving her with injuries that needed treatment.
It was for this reason that she later joined Luo Tianhui.
Luo Chen was satisfied with everyone's reaction, which was exactly what he wanted to see.
Foundation Establishment opportunities were hard to come by, not just for him, but for all Wanderers!
Other things were just illusions.
Only the opportunity for Foundation Establishment could truly move people.
Sima Huiwang immediately put herself in the role, analyzing the strength gap between their side and the enemy for the upcoming war.
"The Duan Family has a population of only a thousand, most of whom are ordinary people. The proportion of Cultivators is less than one-tenth."
"Among them, there are over ten Qi Refinement Late Stage Cultivators, and only six at the Qi Cultivation Ninth Level."
"In terms of core strength, they are inferior to our Luo Tianhui!"
Mengmou Qinglian glanced at the breathless Duan Feng and continued the conversation.
"We must consider that the Duan Family is a weapon-forging family, and most of their Cultivators possess decent Magical Tools."
Before she could finish, someone interrupted.
"There's no need to worry about that!" Duan Feng couldn't help but speak up, "Most of the Duan Family's Cultivators have Medium Grade Magical Tools, and only those six have complete sets of High-grade Treasures."
"Our Luo Tianhui, having gone through several major battles, has seen Cultivators come and go. Currently, the Battle Hall Cultivators' Magical Tool configurations are absolutely superior to any other sect!"
"And most importantly, the combat capabilities of family Cultivators are inferior to those of sect Cultivators, but they are still far superior to ordinary Wanderers. However, compared to our Luo Tianhui Cultivators, they are greatly lacking!"
His analysis was extremely clear.
Seeing Duan Feng speaking with such eloquence, everyone could only sigh that he was indeed the one who knew the Duan Family best.
It seemed that during these days, he had thought it through countless times.
"If we launch this war, and Old Dog doesn't show up, Luo Tianhui will definitely win!"
Finally, Duan Feng said firmly.
Luo Chen nodded, seeing that Duan Feng hadn't let his hatred cloud his judgment.
He was still concerned about Duan Qiankun.
"So, the one we need to consider the most is Duan Qiankun, the Foundation Establishment True Cultivator." Sima Huiwang said gravely.
It was no wonder she was so cautious, as Duan Qiankun was an extremely experienced, elderly Foundation Establishment Cultivator.
Although his lifespan was not long, his combat power was undoubtedly formidable.
Luo Chen's eyes flickered, "Duan Feng, how well do you know Duan Qiankun?"
Duan Feng took a deep breath, calming himself from his excitement.
He spoke in a cold tone, "The Cultivation Technique he practices is the Duan Family's second-tier water-attribute technique, the Sea Breaker Decision. This technique grants three spells at the Qi Condensation Stage and two spells at the Foundation Establishment Stage, namely the Triple Sea Wave and Break Wave Strike. Normally, the Duan Family's Cultivators don't focus on spells, relying more on their Magical Tools. However, the Break Wave Strike can be used in conjunction with Magical Tools, so it must be given special consideration."
"As for Old Dog's Magical Treasures, if there haven't been any major changes in the past year, they should still be the same three."
"A Supreme Treasure water-attribute flying sword, the Yellow River Luo Sword, the Heaven and Earth Shield, and the Flood Nation Talisman, a protective Magical Artifact."
As he spoke the last part, his voice couldn't help but turn solemn.
Everyone looked at each other, Magical Treasures!
Congratulations to the BLG Team for their victorious battle against the Three Stars Skewer Stall!
(End of Chapter)
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