Cultivation Starts from Farming-Chapter 549 - 280: Refining Tier-3 Upper Grade Puppets
The cultivated Fourth Rank spirit beasts are not limited to just one.
Hence, it’s not hard to deduce that there must be some special item within the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons that specifically assists Demon Beasts in breaking through to the Fourth Rank form.
One must know, for a Demon Beast to break through to the Fourth Rank is a qualitative leap, and on some level, it’s even more challenging than for a cultivator to break through to the Nascent Soul Realm.
If the Rat Demon could obtain such an auxiliary item, then the likelihood of its breakthrough to the Fourth Rank form would undoubtedly greatly increase.
Seeing Xu Ping’s reaction, Gu Yuntao showed no surprise.
After all, he knew the other party had a Rat Demon that had just broken through to the Third-rank Upper Grade.
"Fellow Daoist Yan’s spirit beast has already broken through to the Third-rank Upper Grade. Given some time, if you could establish some relationship with this Valley of Ten Thousand Demons."
"You might have the opportunity to seek out the treasure that assists Demon Beasts in breaking through to the Fourth Rank form." Gu Yuntao said with a smile.
"Easier said than done."
Xu Ping shook his head helplessly, "The treasure that assists Demon Beasts to break through to the Fourth Rank form is extremely precious. How would the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons easily grant it to an outsider like me?"
Although he spoke these words, Xu Ping had already deeply etched this matter in his heart.
After all, having no opportunity now does not mean there won’t be any in the future.
"I wonder if the channels for obtaining the Third-rank puppet materials mentioned by City Lord Gu are indeed this Valley of Ten Thousand Demons?" Xu Ping asked further.
"Yes, indeed."
Gu Yuntao nodded slightly, "There are numerous Demon Beasts in the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons, and naturally, there is no shortage of various Demon Beast materials."
"Among them are rare materials, more than enough to serve as materials for making Third-rank Upper Grade Puppets."
"Moreover, I have a good personal relationship with a Golden Core elder from the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons, therefore they come to my Ancient Sand City for trade every few years."
"I see."
A look of sudden realization flashed in Xu Ping’s eyes.
If he could establish a connection with this Valley of Ten Thousand Demons, the benefits to him would be immeasurable.
Not only would he have the chance to obtain materials for Third-rank Upper Grade Puppets, but even materials for Quasi-Fourth Rank Puppets might not be beyond hope.
Of course, the most crucial thing is still the treasure that specifically assists Demon Beasts in breaking through to the Fourth Rank form.
Following that, Xu Ping asked a few more questions about matters related to the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons, and Gu Yuntao answered them all patiently and thoroughly.
"Judging by the time, the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons will probably arrive at my Ancient Sand City in about three to four months. At that time, I will introduce you, fellow Daoist." Gu Yuntao said with a smile.
"Thank you, City Lord Gu."
Upon hearing this, Xu Ping was delighted and immediately cupped his hands in thanks.
With Gu Yuntao connecting the dots, establishing ties with the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons will definitely be much easier.
"It’s just a small effort."
Gu Yuntao waved his hand and then said with a slightly meaningful tone, "After all, we share a common enemy."
This fellow Daoist Yan is exceptionally skilled and has a grudge with the Seed Puppet Sect, so he’s indeed worth the effort to win over.
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An hour later.
In the guest room on the thirty-second floor of the pagoda, a silent atmosphere enveloped the entire room.
At the invitation of Gu Yuntao, Xu Ping temporarily settled down in Ancient Sand City.
After all, since the cultivators from the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons were arriving in a few months, staying in Ancient Sand City was undoubtedly the most prudent arrangement to not miss this rare opportunity.
At this moment, Xu Ping was sitting cross-legged on the stone bed, his posture upright, eyes slightly closed, pondering over matters regarding the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons. 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝔀𝓮𝒃𝙣𝓸𝒗𝒆𝒍.𝙘𝒐𝒎
According to Gu Yuntao, the current power dynamics within the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons are complex and intertwined.
The Valley of Ten Thousand Demons has a formidable Fourth Rank Beast King and a Nascent Soul Stage cultivator overseeing it.
With such a robust strength foundation, it’s indeed stronger compared to the Luoyun Sect.
That Fourth Rank Beast King, after weathering the test of time, is quite aged and has accumulated substantial foundations and powerful strength over the long years.
However, time waits for no one, and now it probably doesn’t have much lifespan left.
Moreover, the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons has long-standing adversities with another Nascent Soul Level force within the Great Xia Country—the Red Sand Sect.
In recent years, as the Fourth Rank Beast King of the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons grew older and its lifespan neared its end, its strength declined, and no new Fourth Rank Demon King was cultivated.
As a result, in the open and covert struggles with the Red Sand Sect, the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons gradually began to fall into a disadvantageous position.
"This might just be my opportunity!"
Xu Ping murmured to himself in a low voice, his eyes suddenly gleaming with a sharp light.
Given his current strength, rashly getting involved in the fierce strife between Nascent Soul Level forces would undoubtedly be akin to throwing eggs against rocks.
There’s no winning chance, not even the qualification to participate.
But he has a long-term plan in mind, firstly establishing good relations with the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons to seek Quasi-Fourth Rank Puppet materials.
As long as he can successfully refine one or two Quasi-Fourth Rank Puppets and combine with his current strength, he will then have the confidence to negotiate and contend with Nascent Soul Stage cultivators.
In this way, there’s a great chance of obtaining the precious items needed to aid his Rat Demon to break through to the Fourth Rank from the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons.
Of course, given the current situation, the most pressing task is to successfully establish a connection with the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons.
This is no easy task; the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons, as a Nascent Soul force, is not something an ordinary Golden Core cultivator can easily catch their eye.
However, fortunately, with Gu Yuntao’s help in making introductions, it will be much easier.
"Perhaps during this time before the cultivators of the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons arrive, I could ask Gu Yuntao for guidance on puppetry!"
Thinking of this, Xu Ping subconsciously touched his chin and fell into contemplation.
With the level of expertise in puppetry that Gu Yuntao has shown, guiding him would be more than proficient and more than sufficient.
