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Chapter 466: An Offering to the Sect
Chapter 466: An Offering to the Sect
"The so-called 'Dao Soldiers' are cultivated warriors, forged by gathering the spiritual power of numerous beasts and engraving them with complex array patterns. Through the might of array techniques, their strengths are unified and focused on a single enemy." The old fox slowly explained.
"There are many methods to create Dao Soldiers. The most common approach is to continuously train spiritual beasts, imprinting them with array patterns using special means. This harnesses their combined power, directed as one."
"The experiments I conduct in the forbidden land are of a different nature. Some may consider it extreme compared to the first method. It involves experimenting on fierce beasts, selectively breeding them to create unique Dao Soldiers. These soldiers are more powerful, with purer bloodlines and reduced sentience, ensuring absolute obedience. They are pure killing machines." The old fox spoke with a measured pace.
"It's akin to an advanced puppet that can amalgamate the power of its kind," Lu Xuan mused inwardly.
"Thank you, Senior, for elucidating my doubts," he said.
"The beasts in the forbidden land are either those that have committed heinous acts or bizarre and sinister beasts. Using them for experiments to forge Dao Soldiers is entirely justified," Lu Xuan said to the old fox. He held no qualms about these experiments and even felt justified in his indifference.
The old fox glanced at Lu Xuan with cloudy eyes, a hint of a smile tugging at the corners of his mouth, as if to say, 'I knew I didn't misjudge you.'
"From now on, after I finish my experiments, I'll call you over to observe and sense the state of those fierce and sinister beasts," the old fox slowly told Lu Xuan.
"No problem, I'm at your disposal, Senior," Lu Xuan replied, bowing his head.
"There's something you should be cautious about. A large proportion of the experimental subjects are bizarre and sinister beasts. Even if their physical movements are restrained, prolonged exposure to them may still influence you. That's how I ended up with this ghastly appearance," the old fox warned.
"Although you're not directly involved in the experiments and will only be observing and sensing the sinister beasts, it's best to take precautions," he added.
"Thank you for the reminder, Senior. I'll keep that in mind," Lu Xuan said. With the abundance of Earthfire Heart Lotus seeds and the Yunshan Jade Register, which could dispel sinister energies, he had no concerns about this situation.
Now that he understood the old fox's purpose in experimenting on fierce and sinister beasts, new questions arose in Lu Xuan's mind. Why was this fifth-grade Qingqiu fox spirit beast undertaking these endeavors? From their first encounter, Lu Xuan had sensed the fox's coldness and detachment. Coupled with its solitary existence in the lightless forbidden land, constantly surrounded by fierce and sinister beasts, it had left an impression.
And when he learned from the old dragon tortoise that the fox's lifespan was nearing its end and saw the grayish-black tumors on its frail body, Lu Xuan's initial impression hadn't been favorable. He had suspected that the beast's experiments served some sinister purpose.
Now, knowing that it was for the creation of Dao Soldiers, he remained curious about the old fox's true intentions.
Could it be that it aimed to forge a powerful Dao Soldier, seize that strength for itself, and then break free from the blessed land, reclaiming its freedom? Lu Xuan's thoughts raced.
Several days later, before entering the forbidden land, Lu Xuan made his way to the lake where the old dragon tortoise resided, a path he now knew like the back of his hand.
From a distance, he caught a glimpse of a faint yellow light flashing by. With his cultivation of the Broken Illusion Eye Technique, his eyesight far surpassed that of his peers, and he instantly recognized the light as the Scripture of Ultimate Bliss he had given to the old dragon tortoise.
"Lu, my friend, are you here again to take advantage of my free fortune-telling services?" The old dragon tortoise lazily flipped over.
"What do you mean, 'take advantage'? I'm just giving you an opportunity to exercise your superb predictive abilities since you're always cooped up in this blessed land. It's a waste of talent otherwise," Lu Xuan retorted.
"I think I've heard of them, but I don't know much. It seems that old fox in the forbidden land is messing around with something related to Dao Soldiers," the old dragon tortoise replied.
"Is that why the old fox invited you to join its experiments?" Lu Xuan asked, nodding in confirmation.
"No wonder you've been so diligent in visiting that pit lately. It's not a bad idea to give it a try, but don't let the environment in there affect you," the tortoise cautioned.
"Thanks for the reminder, I'll make sure to keep a proper distance," Lu Xuan smiled, reassured, as he prepared to enter the forbidden land.
First, he went to the bald monk to collect the leftover materials from the demonic beasts. He swept through the pit with the Soul-Luring Lamp to purge the lingering evil souls. Then, he checked on the crossbred beasts' propagation, drawing blood for observation per the old fox's instructions. Lastly, he sensed the condition of several stitched-up beasts.
After completing these tasks, Lu Xuan approached the old fox and shared his speculations.
The old fox nodded in satisfaction.
"Senior, I've brought you some spirit brew that I made myself. It's brewed from various spirit fruits, resulting in a delightful and ever-changing flavor. Please have a taste," Lu Xuan offered, presenting a bottle of the brew.
Having initially found the old fox difficult to approach, Lu Xuan had refrained from trying to feed or interact with it. However, after spending some time together, he felt that the distance between them had lessened, and he could now confidently offer it sustenance.
The old fox, suspecting no foul play, sniffed the bottle's mouth and took a sip.
"Excellent spirit brew! It's been a long time since I last tasted this hundred-fruit spirit brew," it said, a hint of reminiscence flashing in its eyes.
Lu Xuan quietly focused his mental powers on the old fox, and instantly, a series of images flashed through his mind.
A member of the Qingqiu Fox Demon Tribe, this fox had once encountered a life-threatening situation during an outing. At the brink of death, a Nascent Soul stage cultivator from the Celestial Sword Sect appeared and rescued it.
Severely injured, it was brought back to the Celestial Sword Sect, where the cultivator sought out spirit beast tamers and procured various healing elixirs and treasures, tending to its wounds with utmost care until it recovered.
Despite their efforts, the fox was unable to return to its tribe. It remained in the sect, gazing longingly at the direction of Qingqiu Mountain every day, filled with yearning.
Over time, it adapted to its new identity and gradually grew, harnessing its innate talent. Its sense of belonging to the Celestial Sword Sect deepened, and eventually, it became the sect's guardian spirit beast.
As its lifespan neared its end, the desire to contribute something significant to the sect grew stronger. Using the information about Dao Soldiers that appeared after its bloodline awakening, it decided to conduct its own research and experiments, using the vicious and sinister beasts locked away in the forbidden land as test subjects.
There was also a strong urge within it—before its death, it wanted to refine its body, a fifth-grade spirit beast, into the pinnacle of Dao Soldiers. It sought to repay the life-saving grace it had received and forever remain with the sect, offering its remaining light and warmth to the Celestial Sword Sect.
The life of this Qingqiu fox spirit beast flashed through Lu Xuan's mind like a carousel of images, finally coalescing into a single thought.
[Qingqiu Fox: A fifth-grade spirit beast originating from the Qingqiu Fox Demon Tribe. Endowed with exceptional talent and formidable power.]
[Its lifespan nears its end. Due to prolonged exposure to the vicious and sinister beasts, its demonic energy has undergone a transformation, affected by the abundant baleful, vengeful, and yin energies, which in turn influences its vitality.]
[To be offered to the sect!]
(End of Chapter)
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