Beast Taming Clan: I Have a Jade Book

Chapter 804: Chapter 582: Dream-Devouring Worm and News

Inside the hall, Jiang Jinghe carefully poured Spirit Wine for Ye Jingcheng.

His eyes were full of anticipation as he looked at Ye Jingcheng.

The Purple Mansion Jade Liquid is considered a Tier Three Lower spirit pill. While it’s not difficult for some talented Alchemy Masters, the challenge lies in the pill formula and the rare Purple Jade Fruit.

“Master Jiang overestimates me!” Ye Jingcheng did not nod but shook his head and spoke.

The distance from the table remained distant; he neither touched the wine glass nor the table.

Of course, it wasn’t that he didn’t want to practice alchemy; it was as Ye Xingqun mentioned, Jiang Jinghe had prepared a Spirit Beast Cub but hadn’t brought it out yet, clearly indicating either distrust or the intention to back out.

However, Ye Jingcheng guessed that distrust was the more likely reason.

Ye Jingcheng suspected the other party was testing whether he could refine it.

But how could Ye Jingcheng be someone easy to probe!

Ye Jingcheng stood up directly and spoke with a sense of regret: “Master Jiang, I suddenly remembered today that there are some matters in the family that remain unresolved. Perhaps we can drink your wine another time!”

Ye Jingcheng stood up, but Jiang Jinghe waved his hand.

“No, Elder Ye, you know I was placed in Taichang Market due to insufficient connections within the sect. Now that there are Purple Jade Fruits, if they were to be refined for the sect, I wouldn’t even get a share of the Purple Mansion Jade Liquid!” Jiang Jinghe looked troubled.

Then he hastily took out a Spirit Beast Bag.

“Elder Ye, inviting you to the banquet was but a facade; I also have a Spirit Insect here for you to identify!”

Jiang Jinghe spoke directly.

But seeing Ye Jingcheng still unresponsive, he quickly took out the Spirit Insect.

At this moment, he regretted his actions, as he initially thought Ye Jingcheng was merely a young person under eighty, spending his days in cultivation without much ability to read people.

But now it seems Ye Jingcheng is not only skilled in this area but also maintains the dignity of a Purple Mansion cultivator.

Although I am an Outer Sect Steward of Taiyi Sect, Ye Jingcheng is also a registered disciple of Master Tianfu, making him a disciple of Taiyi Sect as well.

To play tricks in front of Ye Jingcheng is undoubtedly a self-defeating move.

As the Spirit Insect was taken out, Ye Jingcheng hesitated a bit.

It was a Spirit Egg the size of a green bean, with a surface covered in black mist, like a nightmare, exceptionally eerie.

Even Ye Jingcheng, upon seeing it, experienced some illusions in his eyes.

“This is…”

Ye Jingcheng couldn’t help but tremble; the size and the nightmare manifestation clearly indicated it was the legendary Dream-Devouring Worm egg.

This Dream-Devouring Worm is an extraordinarily unique existence among Spirit Insects, capable of directly devouring a cultivator’s Divine Soul, thereby using the soul power to create a Spirit Dream.

Should a cultivator be drawn into the dream, they would encounter enormous opportunities.

There are records of a great power—a Golden Core cultivator accidentally encountering a Tier Five Dream-Devouring Worm Emperor in the wild.

Originally thought to be a calamitous escape, they were unexpectedly shrouded into a dream where they didn’t die, and their Divine Sense surged two tiers. Subsequently, they naturally broke through to Nascent Soul, becoming a True Monarch cultivator, leaving a famous tale!

“Elder Ye, although I cannot understand this Spirit Insect, the Ye Family, being a Spirit Beast Family, must comprehend it thoroughly. Just as swords are for heroes, Spirit Insects should naturally be for the Ye Family!” Jiang Jinghe spoke again, his eyes filled with confidence.

After all, even the Ye Family possibly doesn’t possess such a Spirit Insect.

However, Ye Jingcheng shook his head:

“Average!”

The moment these words came out, Jiang Jinghe’s smile froze.

“This Spirit Insect egg’s Nightmare Spirit Mist only covers half of it, raising questions on whether it can even hatch!”

“Secondly, the aura of this Dream-Devouring Worm is only Tier One; usually, such worms are born at Tier Two, indicating its talent isn’t very high. At best, it might grow to Tier Three, but providing it ample Spirit Medicine must be considered!”

“Moreover, Dream-Devouring Worms are solitary eggs with short lifespans, barely half that of a peer cultivator. Even a Tier Five Demon Emperor Dream-Devouring Worm is said only to live slightly over a thousand years!”

As Ye Jingcheng elaborated on these points, Jiang Jinghe’s previously confident smile froze altogether.

He himself also examined carefully, realizing Ye Jingcheng’s words were indeed accurate.

As for whether Ye Jingcheng was lying, he was well aware.

If it were genuinely of such high quality, he would have long nurtured this Dream-Devouring Worm himself.

Considering the rarity of Spirit Insect blood contracts within the cultivation realm, being the Market Master of Taichang Market, he could naturally procure one.

His intention to offer it stemmed from believing the Ye Family could remedy the Dream-Devouring Worm.

Unexpectedly, Ye Jingcheng straightforwardly pointed everything out.

The atmosphere suddenly grew awkward.

All of Jiang Jinghe’s self-assumed tactics were ineffective against Ye Jingcheng.

If Ye Jingcheng insisted on leaving now, he couldn’t stop him.

After all, Jiang Jinghe was only a Foundation Establishment cultivator, while Ye Jingcheng was a Purple Mansion cultivator.

“Master Jiang, you need not do this!”

“If according to what my Third Uncle said, I ought to call you Uncle Jiang. Our Ye Family has long been dependent on the Jiang Family, which I am aware of!” At this moment, Ye Jingcheng’s tone suddenly changed.

The sharpness in his words vanished entirely.

It momentarily left Jiang Jinghe dumbfounded.

But then he recalled some matters—years ago, when the Ye Family supported him to consume two more Foundation Establishment Pills, other families believed those pills went to the Ye Family, aiding Ye Jingcheng and Ye Jingyu’s breakthroughs.

But the truth was, the Ye Family must have had other opportunities.

However, neither the Ye Family nor he could disclose that matter.

“Master Jiang, a hundred years is for mortals, five hundred years for Purple Mansion; the camaraderie between the Ye Family and the Jiang Family has lasted long, and this spirit pill, as long as Master Jiang speaks a word, I can refine it without unnecessary circumspection!” Ye Jingcheng’s words made Jiang Jinghe profusely apologize.

He offered the Spirit Wine and drank three cups, turning red-faced.

At this moment, he only felt educated by Ye Jingcheng.

The Ye Family was uninterested in his Spirit Insect but valued his identity as Market Master and his support.

Duly belonging to the official circle, as long as he held this position, the Ye Family and Jiang Family could forever maintain good relations, and the Ye Family would naturally be willing to help Jiang Jinghe breakthrough to Purple Mansion.

“This matter is settled. I, Jiang, hereby promise that as long as it doesn’t defy the sect, the Jiang Family and Ye Family will advance and retreat together!” Jiang Jinghe said this very earnestly.

Of course, he had no choice but to take it seriously since his lifespan was limited, and requesting the sect’s Purple Mansion Jade Liquid was without any means.

It had already cost him considerable connections to obtain a single Purple Jade Fruit with great difficulty.

And even for a Tier Three High-Grade Alchemy Master, refining a single Purple Jade Fruit might only yield one portion of Purple Mansion Jade Liquid.

When there is only one portion, the Alchemy Master might even keep it for themselves.

After all, the significance of Purple Mansion Jade Liquid is immense.

Especially since the sect’s Purple Mansion Alchemist, he absolutely dared not make the other party swear a Heavenly Dao Oath or use a Spirit Inquiry Talisman.

The reason for wanting Ye Jingcheng to try was, firstly, Ye Jingcheng had a good reputation, and secondly, the Ye Family was also at Taihang Market, so Ye Jingcheng would not go too far!

Now that Ye Jingcheng expressed his attitude, it naturally made Jiang Jinghe happy.

And the two finally began to enjoy the Spiritual Cuisine and drink Spirit Wine.

They exchanged cups, feeling utterly delighted.

They ate until the setting sun, a sliver of afterglow shining from the west, when Ye Jingcheng finally took his leave from Jiang Jinghe.

Besides giving the Dream-Devouring Worm’s egg to Ye Jingcheng, Jiang Jinghe also informed him that the sect already knew about Ye Qingshuang’s existence.

This made Ye Jingcheng sigh.

With so many people and ears around, it was hard to keep secrets.

The Inner Hall members of the Ye Family, who could receive the Beast Communication Pattern’s support, basically would not betray them.

However, those without such support and who had no hope in cultivation could easily stray into the wrong path.

Moreover, not all the Immortal Seedlings at the Ye Family’s Immortal Ascension Conference were of Ye Family’s blood.

Yet, the sect’s lack of response was rather intriguing. It was unknown whether they were waiting for the Ye Family to proactively arrange for cultivators to enter, or if Master Xuan Dao from Illusion Peak was shielding the Ye Family.

The Ye Family was currently earning quite a few Spirit Stones for the Xuan Dao lineage of Illusion Peak.

Whether it was the interests in Taihang Commandery or Taihang Market, Illusion Peak took quite a bit.

Nevertheless, he estimated that once Ye Jingteng returned to Lingyun Peak for a visit, this matter would be addressed.

Currently, what was more important to Ye Jingcheng was whether two portions of Purple Mansion Jade Liquid could be refined from the Purple Jade Fruit.

If two portions could be refined, one would be given to Market Master Jiang, and the other to Ye Jingteng.

Conveniently, even if Ye Qingshuang went to the sect, there would be someone to support her.

Although Ye Jingteng was unreliable, he still had a heart for the family, and as long as there was this, it was completely sufficient.

After pondering this, Ye Jingcheng headed towards the Ye Family Tavern. He changed into a Spirit-Blocking Robe and ordered a pot of Spirit Wine at the window while no one recognized him.

He drank by himself, having been used to witnessing landscapes and natural wonders, occasionally observing the bustling market, and the tavern’s clamor, he found himself with a different perspective.

A few Qi Cultivation cultivators were speaking loudly, also marveling and boasting about the terrifying demon beasts in the Taihang Mountain Range.

Listening to them, Ye Jingcheng couldn’t help but chuckle.

Naturally, his primary focus remained on the Ye Family Tavern’s juniors.

He often remarked that once a cultivation clan rose to power, there would be signs of abusing power.

Such signs were necessary for a family.

But they must not go too far.

Especially for those at the early and middle stages of Qi Cultivation who were less significant to the Ye Family.

They were the ones most likely to cause trouble for the Ye Family.

Therefore, he required Ye Xingqun to spend some time each year secretly investigating.

Fortunately, the Ye Family had not displayed such behavior, even if some loose cultivators were trying to take advantage of the Ye Family’s freely given Spring Tea, the Ye Family’s people were courteous and did not make it difficult for those loose cultivators.

This was likely also the reason for the Ye Family Tavern’s popularity.

In the past, the tavern run by the Mo Family did not treat loose cultivators this way.

Ye Jingcheng stayed in the tavern for half an hour before leaving.

When he left, his face was slightly red.

He did not use spiritual energy to dissipate the alcohol.

At that moment, he was completely at ease and relaxed.

He had no fear of being discovered, and even if it were so, he would thank the other party.

Currently, his main task was to make an appearance at Taihang Market.

Regarding those ten people from the Wan Family, he had to be particularly cautious.

Even though he already acquired two books of sword scriptures and the method to condense the sword embryo.

He still needed to be this vigilant.

After all, there were so many methods in this world, and if a strong person used the Wan Family as bait, it was entirely possible.

Ye Jingcheng returned smoothly to the family Spirit Beast Shop.

Upon returning to the Spirit Beast Shop, he took out the Dream-Devouring Worm’s egg.

Although he appeared extremely calm, his true emotions were far less composed.

This Dream-Devouring Worm might not necessarily hatch for others, but for him, with the Treasure Light present, there was more than a ninety percent chance it would hatch.

Moreover, within his body, the Treasure Book shone brilliantly, and this Dream-Devouring Worm had six layers of advancement Spiritual Light.

This implied that this Spirit Insect had Tier Seven or even Tier Eight potential.

This was why he finally decided to align with Jiang Jinghe nobly.

Otherwise, even with the previous collaboration between the Ye Family and Jiang Jinghe, Ye Jingcheng could not have made today’s statements.

Of course, cooperating with Jiang Jinghe was highly beneficial for the Ye Family.

Not only could it increase the Ye Family’s profits within the market, but it also provided them with numerous pieces of information.

For instance, the news about Ye Qingshuang.