Chapter 942: Chapter 411: Water Lake Rat Breaks Through to Fourth Rank Upper Grade (Part 3)

"Indeed!"

Xu Ping watched the scene unfold with a slight smile of satisfaction.

Although a third-rank lower-grade demon beast was merely like an ant before him, being able to shatter its soul with merely a character of true word, such a technique was already showing its formidable nature.

And this is merely the power of the True Word of Demonic Fury at a proficient level.

"If cultivated to perfection, perhaps even to a consummate state..."

"At that time, even against late-stage Nascent Soul cultivators, it should be able to cause considerable interference or even destruction!" Xu Ping’s eyes shimmered with anticipation.

This undoubtedly is yet another highly powerful trump card!

A few days later.

A familiar golden escape light arrived as expected; it was Jin Yuxuan.

"Fellow Daoist Xu, mission accomplished!"

Jin Yuxuan beamed with delight as he solemnly handed over a crimson jade box, warm to the touch, engraved with countless sealing runes, exuding the rich essence of the earth, to Xu Ping.

Xu Ping opened the lid slightly, instantly revealing a pure, dark red, viscous marrow liquid.

It was the blood marrow of the earth vein!

"Golden Clan Leader, thank you for your hard work!"

Xu Ping’s face also showed a smile as he warmly invited Jin Yuxuan to sit down and personally brewed the finest Spirit Tea.

Jin Yuxuan chuckled, "It’s no trouble at all, for the Water Lake Rat is Jin Mou’s son-in-law, naturally part of the family."

He paused, then took out several jade boxes, "These are some additional spiritual objects given with the exchange. Though not as precious as the earth vein blood marrow, they have some benefits in stabilizing one’s realm and refining demonic power."

Xu Ping scanned them with his Divine Sense and found them to be rare items, expressing his gratitude again, "Golden Clan Leader is very considerate."

Jin Yuxuan waved his hand, his expression becoming slightly formal:

"Fellow Daoist Xu, should the Water Lake Rat succeed in breaking through, would you be willing to cooperate with our clan again to continue the hunt for ancient demons?"

"The contributions gained will still be distributed by the old rules."

Hearing this, Xu Ping pondered for a moment and nodded in agreement.

The ancient demon’s body was indeed a perfect material for crafting high-tier puppets.

"However, if the human race’s frontline battles become urgent, Xu Mou must prioritize returning to aid." Xu Ping added another condition.

"Naturally, Jin Mou dare not delay matters of the human race." Jin Yuxuan immediately expressed his understanding.

After some more casual conversation, Jin Yuxuan got up to take his leave.

... 𝐟𝐫𝕖𝗲𝘄𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝕧𝐞𝚕.𝕔𝕠𝐦

After seeing Jin Yuxuan off, Xu Ping immediately summoned the Water Lake Rat, which had been secluding to adjust its state.

"Master!"

The Water Lake Rat sensed the aura of the earth vein blood marrow and was overwhelmed with excitement.

Xu Ping handed over the crimson jade box along with those auxiliary spiritual objects and said succinctly, "Everything is ready. Depart now to the Mystic Water Sect for your breakthrough."

The Water Lake Rat accepted joyfully, eager to hold the treasure box and nodding continuously, "Yes, Master, I can depart at any time."

This time, Duan Shuang would also accompany the journey to the Mystic Water Sect.

Two days later.

A cyan escape light carried Xu Ping, Duan Shuang, and the Water Lake Rat, leaving Blood Bone Island, swiftly heading towards the Mystic Water Sect.

Three months later, Mystic Water Sect.

As one of the notable sects of the Outer Sea Human Race, the Mystic Water Sect’s mountain gate was located on a vast and ethereal celestial island amidst the azure sea.

The island was perpetually surrounded by Spiritual Qi, celestial cranes gathered, and palatial buildings hidden amidst the spiritual fog, showcasing a myriad of phenomena.

As Xu Ping and the party’s escape light arrived outside the mountain gate, several figures were already waiting.

Leading them was Shan Tianyou, beside him were the smiling Liang Ming and his wife, Fairy Lei.

"Fellow Daoist Xu, Fairy Duan, we have been expecting you." Shan Tianyou laughed heartily, his attitude cordial and enthusiastic.

"Senior Shan, Fellow Daoist Liang, Fairy Lei, thank you for waiting." Xu Ping and Duan Shuang descended from the escape light and courteously exchanged greetings.

After exchanging a few pleasantries, they did not go into excessive formalities.

Shan Tianyou, understanding the purpose of Xu Ping’s visit, directly stated, "Fellow Daoist Xu, everything is prepared. The Celestial Cave of Rising Tides has been vacated for your spirit pet. Please follow me."

Under the personal guidance of the Mystic Water Sect’s three Nascent Soul cultivators, the group passed through numerous restrictions and arrived before a cave dwelling located at the core of the spirit vein.

The door of the cave dwelling was carved from a whole piece of millennia-old Cold Jade Stone, inscribed with ancient characters: "Celestial Cave of Rising Tides."

Even before the door opened, one could feel the surging pure Spiritual Qi within, even causing surrounding water vapor to form a faint spiritual fog rainbow.

"A wonderful place!"

Xu Ping’s eyes flashed with a hint of admiration.

The concentration and quality of Spiritual Qi here even surpassed that of his underground cave dwelling in the Blood Bone Hall, clearly one of the top cultivation caves in the Mystic Water Sect.

"I’m glad you’re satisfied with it."

Shan Tianyou smiled slightly and cast several spells.

Rumble...

The heavy stone door slowly opened, releasing an even more magnificent, almost tangible pure Spiritual Qi, washing over with a refreshing tidal wave!

The cave dwelling was extremely spacious, divided into inner and outer halls.

The outer hall was elegantly arranged with meditation mats and jade tables for those guarding to rest.

The inner hall was the true core, with a large spirit-gathering array carved onto the floor, centered with a meditation mat, saturated with Spiritual Qi, almost dripping with water.

"This place is yours; focus on your breakthrough, with us guarding the outside." Xu Ping said to the Water Lake Rat with seriousness.

"Master, rest assured, the Little Mouse will not disappoint!"

The Water Lake Rat’s face became solemn, as it carried the earth vein blood marrow and Heavenly Demon Yin Flower and entered the core area of the inner hall.

Rumble....

The stone door closed once more.

Xu Ping, Duan Shuang, Shan Tianyou, and the Liang Ming couple sat on the meditation mats in the outer hall, quietly waiting.

The cave dwelling was momentarily silent, with only the subtle hum from the flow of the surging Spiritual Qi.

Time slowly passed.

A month later.

In the inner hall, the Water Lake Rat’s aura had reached its peak state.

It suddenly opened its eyes, a determined glint in its eye.

Without hesitation, the Water Lake Rat started by opening its mouth to absorb all the auxiliary spiritual objects, allowing their vast medicinal power to protect the Essence Soul Pill.

Following this, it swiftly opened the crimson jade box, swallowing all the viscous, heavy earth vein blood marrow emanating an astounding energy.