Chapter 1256 - 14: Struggle for the Saint Son Gradually Becoming an Inward Competition_2

The tiger and butterfly had clearly restrained their auras, moving deftly with almost no sound.

Thanks to the exceptionally lush vegetation in Cyan Emperor Valley and the freely flowing dense spiritual energy, the tiger and butterfly sped forward without alarming the spirit plant masters busily working in the medicinal fields.

During a jump, the half-grown tiger cub suddenly spoke, its voice a charmingly naive female tone: "Senior Brother Zhen, why don’t we just openly visit?"

Upon hearing this voice, the Fire Elemental Spirit Butterfly showed no reaction, but the flames on its wings suddenly surged, revealing a faint human-shaped illusion within the flames.

At the same time, a clear male voice emanated from the flames: "Junior Sister Nianyun, you don’t understand, do you? Most cultivators in this world show themselves with masks to the outside, revealing their true nature only in private. Visiting openly shows only the facade; to truly understand her condition, we must observe covertly."

"After all, Wang Lici is Master Yunyang’s direct disciple. When I become Master of the Saint Land in the future, she’ll be under me. It’s necessary to assess her in advance to prepare for the future~"

His voice was filled with confidence, as if the position of Saint Son was already in his grasp.

These tiger and butterfly were, naturally, not truly a tiger and butterfly.

Among them, that half-grown white-furred tiger cub was the transformation of Yu Nianyun, the Great Celestial Pride from the celestial demon lineage of the Lingyun Sacred Land.

The cultivation technique of the Celestial Demon Tower lineage is somewhat unique; upon reaching great success, one can merge the Dharma illusion with the body, relying on bloodline power to transform the physical body into a demon body, greatly boosting battle prowess.

As the Great Celestial Pride of the celestial demon lineage, Yu Nianyun possessed the White Tiger bloodline and had already achieved cultivation in the Purple Mansion Realm. Temporarily transforming into a white tiger form by relying on bloodline power wasn’t difficult for her.

As for the male voice, it belonged to Zhen Shicong, the Great Celestial Pride of the Li Fire lineage of Lingyun Sacred Land.

The Fire Elemental Spirit Butterfly was his spirit pet, and he hid himself within the flames on the butterfly using the power of divine techniques.

This method was exceptionally concealed; if he intended to hide, even strong opponents of the same Purple Mansion Realm would find it difficult to detect him.

"But I’ve heard that Wang Lici’s talent is Great Celestial Pride Grade B, seemingly slightly higher than Senior Brother’s. Moreover, Gongyang Strategy, Wang Liyao also share the Great Celestial Pride Grade B talent." Yu Nianyun twitched her ears, casting a glance at Zhen Shicong overhead with her large tiger eyes, "Are you so certain that you can secure the position of Saint Son?"

"I’ve already investigated thoroughly; the Saint Son struggle tests overall qualities. While innate talent is important, it’s not the sole factor. Command and coordination ability, personal opportunities, among other factors, are also crucial."

Zhen Shicong was evidently well-prepared as he confidently expounded, "I’ve looked into Gongyang Strategy, Wang Liyao, those people. Though their talent surpasses mine, they’re far too rigid and lack adaptability. In a real contest, they wouldn’t be my match. But this suddenly emerging Wang Lici? Her approach is still unknown. After investigating her today, I’ll have a better grasp."

After speaking, not forgetting to add confidently, "Rest assured, Junior Sister Nianyun, once I become the Master of the Saint Land, you’ll be my top aide. Senior Brother will ensure you enjoy the best of the best."

"..."

Yu Nianyun glanced at him, appearing as if she wanted to say something, but eventually held back.

By this time, the advancing tiger and butterfly had reached outside Yoongchun Garden.

With a leap, Yu Nianyun’s sturdy tiger paws dug into the tree trunk a few times, easily jumping onto a large tree several meters high, moving gracefully without the slightest wave of profound qi.

The Fire Elemental Spirit Butterfly followed close behind.

Hidden among the branches of the large tree, they gazed towards Yoongchun Garden below.

What was the situation?

It looked like a group of people accompanied by a tree and a snake were practicing questions?

Zhen Shicong instantly felt he had come to the right place. They must have received insider information, knowing the topics for this Saint Son struggle, and were simulating practice sessions.

Quickly, Zhen Shicong focused intently, striving to make out what was written on the exam sheets below.

...

Meanwhile.

The resident of Yoongchun Garden, Wang Shouzhe, had received an invitation to the center of a complex in the Cyan Emperor Valley.

The Cyan Emperor Valley lineage was generally prosperous, with a considerable number of permanent inhabitants. After all, they were tasked with managing spirit plants, spiritual medicine, and even spirit plants in various spirit veins over hundreds of square miles, requiring a substantial workforce.

It was akin to an enlarged version of the Academy Changchun Valley of Longzuo.

The total population exceeded seven hundred.

Don’t underestimate those seven hundred people. For those qualified to enter the Lingyun Sacred Land as disciples, even the lowest were a decent Little Celestial Pride. Among them were recruits from outside noble families, talents sent from various academies below, and the Sacred Land’s own cultivated Little Celestial Prides.

It’s said that entering the Sacred Land guarantees becoming a Celestial Human.

As long as Little Celestial Prides meet talent standards, they ultimately reach at least the upper third class Middle Grade C tier. Paired with the abundant spiritual energy of the Sacred Land, generous resource subsidies, a wide range of suitable cultivation techniques, guidance from seniors, and more...

Generally speaking, it’s no problem to achieve the Celestial Human Realm.

At that time, they could become a small leader, taking a group of young disciples to work.