81: Raising monsters to obtain elixirs

Xiao Mountain.

A dark secret chamber.

Huang Zuanfeng sat cross-legged, his abdomen distended.

Inside his body, a Moon Osmanthus Fruit was rapidly digesting, and black Qi grew intensely strong.

'This Human-faced Night Owl has changed its ways... it actually bestowed a Moon Osmanthus Fruit for no reason.'

Huang Zuanfeng recalled a scene from several days ago.

After the Human-faced Night Owl returned, he announced that the ripe Azure Moon Osmanthus Fruits would be distributed among several commanders.

He claimed it was a reward for his subordinate demons' diligent service over the years.

Immediately, the demons were stunned and speechless.

They didn't understand why.

But with such a treasure before them, even if it were poison laced with arsenic, they couldn't refuse.

After all, this was a heaven-sent Opportunity to condense a True Core and become a Great Demon.

Even Huang Zuanfeng, who was usually as steady as an old dog, couldn't help but reach out and accept it like the other demons.

Furthermore, the Human-faced Night Owl even prepared secret chambers for their Breakthrough and voluntarily acted as a Protector.

Not even his own son would receive such treatment.

Huang Zuanfeng's brows furrowed.

'No matter what conspiracy the Human-faced Night Owl has.

Once my True Core is formed, I will find an excuse to leave, depart from Xiao Mountain, and establish my own mountain.

By then, I will be a True Core demon; what can he do to me?'

As soon as he thought of the day he would occupy a territory, Huang Zuanfeng couldn't help but feel his blood boil.

After the time it takes to drink a cup of tea.

The Moon Osmanthus Fruit in his body was completely refined, and the massive black Qi merged into one, gradually liquefying and condensing into a solid the size of a finger.

"Rise!"

Huang Zuanfeng suddenly opened his eyes, and a demon core appeared above his head, shining brightly.

"Haha, I've succeeded!"

Huang Zuanfeng couldn't help but burst into laughter.

Suddenly, a figure appeared in the secret chamber, looking at him with a smile.

Huh?

Huang Zuanfeng looked bewildered, vaguely sensing a bad premonition.

A massive, invisible force field suddenly appeared in the secret chamber, pressing down like Mount Tai, rendering him immobile, making him lie prostrate on the ground, his bones creaking.

The next moment.

A jade-green Ruyi scepter struck, constantly enlarging in his pupils.

Bang—

Huang Zuanfeng's head exploded like a watermelon, red and white brain matter splattering against the walls.

"This essence blood... is a bit wasted..."

The Yuan Lian Avatar stepped out of the shadows and pulled out a green-skinned gourd.

He pulled out the stopper, and a series of suction forces came from the mouth of the gourd, instantly sucking Huang Zuanfeng's demon body into it.

Immediately after, the Yuan Lian Avatar grabbed with his palm.

The demon core fell into his palm.

With a glance, the Yuan Lian Avatar frowned and shook his head slightly.

"This Huang Zuanfeng's demon core is of extremely poor quality.

He is simply at the bottom tier among True Core Great Demons.

He can't compare at all to the likes of Howling Moon Wolf or the Human-faced Night Owl."

"Haha, for this demon to be able to Breakthrough to True Core is already a tremendous good fortune.

What more can he ask for?

Anyway, for the main body, only the essence blood and Divine Soul are needed.

These demons are all pretty much the same..."

The Yuan Ci Avatar said with a smile.

Several days ago, after killing the Human-faced Night Owl, the two of them impersonated the Human-faced Night Owl and distributed Moon Osmanthus Fruits to the Foundation Building Realm demons.

Their purpose was to kill them and take their cores when they Breakthrough to True Core.

Newly Breakthrough demons, whose True Cores are not yet consolidated and whose powerful Divine Abilities have not yet been cultivated, are the easiest to deal with.

It was much easier than going out to hunt other Great Demons from other mountains.

"It's a pity that these demons are truly disappointing.

Most of the Moon Osmanthus Fruits were distributed.

Besides this Huangpi demon, only one Jade Badger Wolf successfully made the Breakthrough.

If you calculate carefully, this business... is a bit of a loss."

According to common sense, this batch of Moon Osmanthus Fruits should have created at least five True Core Great Demons.

However, due to time constraints, these demons rushed their Breakthrough, and their own Aptitude was poor, so the effect was greatly reduced.

"It's still better than fighting other Great Demons.

Although the two of us combined are comparable to a Late Stage True Core Great Demon, and with the Divine Ability methods left by the main body, even an unusual True Core demon would meet their demise if they encountered us.

But the demon essence blood and demon soul are merely incidental.

The most important thing is not to attract the attention of the Dongxuan Realm Demon Kings.

Excessive slaughter greatly increases the risk of exposure."

The Yuan Ci Avatar said.

Upon hearing this, the Yuan Lian Avatar nodded, a glimmer in his eyes: "There aren't many Moon Osmanthus Fruits left.

We must choose carefully who to give them to.

Prioritize demons with a higher chance of Breakthrough and excellent Innate Bloodline.

Zhu Gang Lie from Howling Moon Cave, who possesses a trace of the Marshal Tianpeng Bloodline... is a good candidate."

"Zhu Gang Lie, huh... we can try..."

While he was contemplating, a powerful pressure abruptly approached.

"It's a True Core Realm Great Demon!"

The two exchanged glances.

"He's here."

The Yuan Lian Avatar performed a hand seal, transforming into the Jade Badger Wolf.

The Yuan Ci Avatar, meanwhile, put on the Human-faced Night Owl's skin.

Outside the Immortal Cave.

A Black Feather Demon with an eagle's beak landed on the ground, its wings retracting, transforming into a bird-man form.

"This venerable one is Black Feather.

I convey the decree of the Shi Tian Demon King!

Where are the demons of Xiao Mountain? Come out quickly to receive me."

"So it is the Demon King's Holy Emissary who has arrived. We have failed to meet you at a distance."

The Human-faced Night Owl walked out of the Immortal Cave and said respectfully.

Black Feather frowned: "Two True Core Great Demons?"

Two True Core Great Demons on one mountain top, like two tigers in one mountain, was indeed uncommon.

"The Special Envoy has arrived at a fortunate time. The Jade Badger Wolf is a commander under my command, having served diligently for over a hundred years.

Several days ago, I bestowed upon him a Moon Osmanthus Fruit as a reward.

He just so happened, by chance, to make a Breakthrough."

The Human-faced Night Owl explained.

"So that's how it is..."

Black Feather nodded, but a hint of greed flashed subtly in his eyes.

The Moon Osmanthus Fruit, for him, was also a rare treasure.

At the very least, it could greatly enhance his cultivation.

Such a small thought could not escape the Yuan Ci Avatar's eyes.

He snorted coldly in his heart, stepped forward, and subtly pulled out a Moon Osmanthus Fruit.

"This fruit's taste is sweet and delicious.

The Special Envoy has traveled thousands of miles and endured a long, dusty journey.

Why not eat a fruit to relieve your fatigue and moisten your throat?"

He deliberately avoided mentioning the value of the Moon Osmanthus Fruit, making everything sound understated.

This was the trick to giving gifts.

"This... perhaps it's not appropriate..."

The Black Feather Demon feigned shyness.

However, the greed in his eyes could not be hidden.

"The Special Envoy has come from afar; let this humble demon act as your host..."

"Very well... sigh."

A black shadow swept past, and black, sharp claws snatched the Moon Osmanthus Fruit, stuffing it into his mouth, chewing heartily, juice splattering everywhere.

"Haha, the taste of this fruit is indeed extraordinary.

Especially its juicy fullness, it truly pleases my heart."

The Black Feather Demon ate with a beaming smile.

The black Qi rising from his abdomen made him feel even more euphoric.

"Haha, Special Envoy, why not move to this humble demon's Immortal Cave? There are plenty of sweet and delicious fresh fruits inside..."

The Yuan Lian Avatar gave a meaningful look.

"No, no.

This venerable one has come specifically to convey the decree of the Shi Tian Demon King."

Saying this, the Black Feather Demon waved his hand, pulled out two golden tokens, and tossed them to the two.

The front of the tokens was engraved with an inverted floating mountain, and the back had an ancient character 'Shi'.

"This venerable one has important matters to attend to; I still need to go to Howling Moon Cave later... This token is the decree of the Shi Tian Demon King.

Holders of this token may pass unhindered for three months, enter the holy mountain for pilgrimage.

To behold the Demon Saint's Relics (remains/legacy).

A... Holy Egg."

"Demon Saint... Egg..."

The two exchanged glances, revealing expressions of shock.

Not long after, a fierce wind suddenly arose, and a giant black ferocious bird flew high into the sky, disappearing in the blink of an eye.