Chapter 9, Misfortunes Never Come Alone, Encountering the Swift Wolf Again
Chu Yao opened the tattered book, and indeed, the text was nearly incomprehensible to her. The transformations of the medicinal ingredients and formulas were exceedingly profound. She tucked it into her bosom to take back for Chu Feng to study slowly. As for Lin Mu Yu, possessing master-level alchemy skills and being well-versed in formulas from level 1 to divine level, she did not regard this divine alchemy classic at all. After glancing through it, she found many unfamiliar characters and felt the need to read more.
Lin Mu Yu smiled slightly: "As far as I know, one of the Bloodthirsty Tiger's major hobbies is collecting rare treasures. The stronger the Bloodthirsty Tiger, the better the treasures it collects. This Bloodthirsty Tiger has existed for 4,000 years and is already an old monster; it must not be overlooked."
Chu Yao said: "What is there to seek in the cave of the fierce tiger?"
"Ayu, shall we go?" Chu Yao said with a smile, pulling Lin Mu Yu's hand. "What are you still looking at? It's too dangerous here, filled with various spirit beasts that are over a thousand years old. If we encounter another one, we won't be able to escape."
Uh ... ...
The bloodthirsty tiger, even at the point of death, clings desperately to its den, thus it will flee in the direction of the den. Just moments ago, when the bloodthirsty tiger succumbed to excessive blood loss, it had shifted its direction, with its head facing towards the den.
Lin Mu Yu stuffed the spirit stone into his close-fitting pocket, then swung his long sword to cut off a piece of the bloodthirsty tiger's hind leg meat and stuffed it into a cloth bag. This would serve as their provisions for leaving the Seven Star Forest, and perhaps if they could find a source of fire, they might be able to eat something cooked
Looking at the longbow hanging on my body, it is truly a pity that it has not been put to use
Hmm!
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Chu Yao couldn't help but laugh, saying: "You reckless brat, you really aren't afraid of death at all. Well then, do you know where the Bloodthirsty Tiger's cave is?"
Well, I do not particularly like weapons that are too short.
Good!
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Chu Yao displayed a hint of unbearable fear, while Lin Mu Yu gently squeezed her hand, signaling her not to panic
In addition to the dagger, there was also an iron box placed in the corner of the cave. Upon prying it open with the dagger, they discovered a book covered in dust. Chu and Tushu Yao puffed their cheeks and blew on it, instantly revealing the title and the half-decayed binding of the book, which bore the three ancient characters: "The Divine Pharmacist's Canon"
"The Divine Pharmacist?" Lin Mu Yu smiled and said, "It seems we have truly stumbled upon a treasure, Sister Chu Yao. Grandpa has been unable to break through the realm of the Grand Pharmacist; he must really need a book like this, right?"
As night fell, it was no longer possible to continue the journey. After discussing with Chu Yao, it was decided to camp outside the cave, as there were simply too many corpses in the Bloodthirsty Tiger's lair, and Chu Yao was concerned that she would be unable to sleep at all.
Lin Mu Yu felt a sudden jolt in her heart; the Swift Wolf is a type of beast known for its remarkable agility. When it attacks, it strikes like lightning, and if they appear in packs, it becomes even more terrifying
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Is it true
After waiting for nearly two hours, Chu Yao finally let out a sigh and opened her eyes. Instantly, she appeared completely revitalized. Even Lin Mu Yu could see the change and smiled, saying: "Sister Chu Yao, have you... experienced some sort of improvement?"
Lin Mu Yu paid no mind and continued to walk in such a comical manner, step by step. Chu Yao felt somewhat guilty and supported him as they walked together, softly saying: "Nighttime is when spirit beasts often appear, so we need to find the tiger's den before sunset. We will spend the night in the den and set off at dawn, aiming to return to Silver Fir City before sunset."
At that moment, Chu Yao let out a soft murmur, perhaps feeling cold, and buried her face in Lin Mu Yu's embrace while in her dreams. Instantly, a fragrant scent enveloped him, and even Chu Yao's warm breath brushed against Lin Mu Yu's neck, causing his thoughts to wander. He lowered his head to look; Chu Yao was holding onto him, her pair of snow-white pride pressing against his chest. Under the glow of the firelight, they rose and fell with her breathing, resembling a pair of translucent, soft jade rabbits.
Cave
After running for an hour in a frenzied manner, the legs felt somewhat weak, and the way he staggered and stumbled while walking was quite comical, to the point that Chu Yao let out a laugh.
"You... you have not comprehended the martial soul?" Chu Yao was left dumbfounded
Fortunately, the two individuals had good luck; within less than two hours, they found the lair of the Bloodthirsty Tiger. This was a nest located within a cave, where they used the principle of striking flint to create fire and made a torch from resin. After lighting it, they entered the cave, and immediately a foul stench wafted out. The cave was littered with bones, including those of beasts and humans, and there was even a corpse clad in armor, its flesh having been hollowed out from within the armor.
Indeed. Lin Mu Yu nodded firmly, confirming that this is the setting in the game "Conquest". From herbs to bloodthirsty tigers, the game's settings are all validated here, which made Lin Mu Yu completely convinced.
"Sister Chuyiao, are you alright?" Compared to Chuyiao, Lin Muyu is an absolute novice, completely unaware of anything.
Swift Wolf
Exhausted, Chu Yao quickly fell asleep
Chu Yao is a clever young girl who knows that this area belongs to the Bloodthirsty Tiger, and that the lair of the Bloodthirsty Tiger is a place that other low-level spirit beasts dare not challenge. Therefore, spending a night in the lair of the fierce tiger would be quite safe
Chu Yao held the twin daggers, feeling an indescribable joy in her heart. These daggers appeared to be exquisitely crafted, and surprisingly, they resonated with a spiritual essence when held. Clearly, this was a weapon that had undergone soul refinement, containing the spirit of a beast within. Although Chu Yao was not well-versed in the classification of imperial weapons, she understood that soul-refined weapons were certainly not ordinary items, and could not be compared to the weapons of individuals like Eagle Eye or Hua Wan. Given Hua Wan's esteemed status, even the young lord of Silver Fir City did not possess such a weapon, which speaks volumes about the value of these daggers.
Chu Yao felt utterly despondent. How could there be someone so powerful that even a bloodthirsty tiger could be subdued, yet they did not understand what a martial soul was? She had originally thought that Lin Mu Yu was at least a second-tier practitioner in the human realm, but now it seemed... he was merely an ordinary person with a slightly stronger physique.
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Good
However, Lin Mu Yu does not regret it; having these weapons is quite good. At least in this perilous Seven Star Forest, he is no longer empty-handed and defenseless.
Seeing Lin Mu Yu's bewildered expression, Chu Yao couldn't help but laugh: "The levels of martial artists on the continent are measured by numbers. An hour ago, my strength assessment was at level 19, and to be honest, I have been stuck at level 19 for two years, constantly searching for a breakthrough opportunity. It was only with the help of the Bloodthirsty Tiger's beast spirit that I was able to break through this time. Speaking of which, when I reached level 9 in the first realm of cultivation, it was my grandfather who killed a 50-year-old wild boar's beast spirit to help me break through! It's just a pity..." It's just a pity..."
Hmm
Lin Mu Yu picked up the dagger and waved it slightly, smiling faintly: "Not bad, Sister Chu Yao, it's yours now"
Lin Mu Yu was dumbfounded: "How to refine it?"
Chu Yao excitedly stepped forward, grasping Lin Mu Yu's hand and said: "A Yu, the Beast Spirit is the most precious possession of a martial artist. Hurry, you should refine the Bloodthirsty Tiger's Beast Spirit. This is a hard-earned treasure, and if it is not refined within one hour, it will disappear on its own!"
Lin Mu Yu stood guard with a long sword in hand, while Chu Yao sat cross-legged, closing her eyes. True energy swirled around her, and the beast spirit generated after the death of the bloodthirsty tiger slowly began to coalesce towards her, gradually seeping into her body. However, it seemed she could only absorb a very small portion, and Chu Yao's expression was one of great difficulty, with sweat streaming down, soon nearly soaking her clothes.
Upon entering the depths of the cave, it was indeed very dry and warm. The bed of the bloodthirsty tiger was made of hay, but the treasures seemed to consist of nothing but useless stones, along with a few gold and silver coins, likely left behind by those "hunters." In addition, there was a dagger, crystal clear and obviously not an ordinary item.
Her heart raced as she gazed at Lin Mu Yu's handsome profile, and Chu Yao hurriedly lowered her head, not daring to look again.
Chu Yao nodded repeatedly: "Hmm, with my alchemy skills, I probably can't understand it very well. I'll take it back to Grandpa!"
That is the intention to enjoy the gaze of the prey
Chu Yao nodded silently and said, "Alright then, A Yu, help me break through to advance to level 20 Battle Spirit, and Senior Sister will accompany you for a journey."
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Is a level 20 battle spirit very powerful? Sister Chu Yao seems so happy...
After Lin Mu Yu applied another layer of the self-made wound medicine, the injury had basically begun to heal. Lying there, he gazed at the stars in the sky, reflecting on everything that had happened since he arrived in this world. Thanks to Grandpa Chu Feng and Chu Yao for taking him in; otherwise, he, with no skills to speak of, would have had no way to survive in this brutal world of the survival of the fittest.
It is unknown where Lin Mu Yu obtained a steel helmet, but he set up a bonfire outside the tiger's den, filled the helmet with water, and began to cook the flesh of the bloodthirsty tiger. The meat of a 4000-year-old spirit beast is extremely rare and thus very difficult to cook tender. After a full two hours, the aroma of the meat wafted through the air. The two of them were already so hungry that they were in a daze, so they shared the meat and took turns drinking the soup. After a hearty meal, they laid down some dry grass under a tree in the depression, making do with it as a bed for the night.
Chu Yao smiled slightly and said, "The spirit stone worth 4000 years is indeed a precious treasure. A Yu, keep it safe, and do not let anyone know about the existence of this spirit stone except for your sister."
Oh ... ...
"No..." Lin Mu Yu continued to stare in astonishment: "What is a martial soul...?"
"That's not right, we can't just leave like this..." Lin Mu Yu frowned and said, "Sister Chu Yao, I want... I want to go find the lair of the Bloodthirsty Tiger. You should go back first!"
Chu Yao was filled with surprise and joy: "Are you really giving this to me?"
Of course, although there are countless warriors above level 20 in Silver Fir City, the regulations of the War Temple state that warriors at levels 20 to 29 can receive a subsidy of 1 Gold Yin Coin each month from various branches of the War Temple. While it may not be much, it is still significant. If I can obtain this 1 Gold Yin Coin, my grandfather will surely be very happy
In a state of confusion, Lin Mu Yu also fell into a slumber. He did not know how much time had passed when he suddenly felt Chu Yao stir in his arms. He opened his eyes and was about to speak when she covered his mouth with her hand. Chu Yao looked at him with her beautiful eyes and slowly raised her head to indicate above. Lin Mu Yu looked up and was nearly scared out of his wits; a giant wolf with a body covered in green fur was standing on the rock above the depression, its merciless gaze fixed on the two of them.
She looked at the numerous beast spirits rapidly dispersing above the corpse of the Bloodthirsty Tiger and lamented, "It's a pity that my strength is too weak; I can only absorb less than one percent of the spirit power from this 4,000-year-old beast spirit. It's truly a waste. Hurry up, Ah Yu, use your weapon to pry open the skull of this Bloodthirsty Tiger; there should be spirit stones inside!"
Lin Mu Yu stepped forward, drawing his sword and striking repeatedly at the wound inflicted by Eagle Eye. Finally, the head of the Bloodthirsty Tiger was cleaved open, its blood-soaked brain spilling onto the ground. However, there was a stone radiating a fiery red glow embedded in the inner side of the skull. Chu Yao exclaimed with delight, "Indeed, there is a spirit stone. Hurry and pry it out!"
Chu Yao nodded with a smile: "Yes, I have already broken through to the second level of the Human Realm and entered the third level!"
However, now Lin Mu Yu discovered that not only did he possess the art of refining weapons, but he had also awakened the Starfall Step. Moreover, the true energy within him was increasingly expanding and strengthening. He was confident in becoming a powerful individual. Therefore, what he needed to do was to continuously grow stronger to protect Grandpa Chu Feng and Sister Chu Yao. It was possible that he could never return, and in this world, they were his only support.
Then Ah Yu, you stay here and guard, I will proceed with the refining
Chu Yao furrowed her delicate brows, remaining silent.
Well
Seeing Chu Yao so happy like a little girl, Lin Mu Yu couldn't help but smile slightly, and then he walked towards the Tiger Cave with his long sword in hand
After a night of continuous travel yesterday without any rest, I finally have the opportunity to take a break now
With a thud, the spirit stone fell into Lin Mu Yu's hand, warm to the touch