The common breed of mongrel dogs ranks at the lowest tier in combat capability among Fantasy Spirits.
However, the Spirit Flame Two-headed Hound possesses attribute bonuses and is considered superior even among elite breeds.
As for the Hellish Cerberus?
Dual attributes of Ghost and Fire! It possesses an innate aura talent of Hellfire! Even among distinguished breeds, it’s a minor treasure, and countless Spirit Tamers have bankrupted themselves chasing this elusive dream of obtaining one.
Take the current situation, for instance. A Drill Mountain Hound, an elite breed with Earth attribute, was already giving Wu Ming some trouble.
“Call for backup directly? Unless I’m facing a life-or-death crisis, I’ll definitely be scolded for that…”
Wu Ming shook his head. “It’s only a minor rank difference, not a major class gap. There’s still hope! Besides… this is also an opportunity for the Gray Wolf!”
If the guardian here today was a Drill Mountain Hound of the Warrior Rank, Wu Ming would immediately turn around and leave without hesitation. After all, there are many other places to find One-line Grass, no need to stubbornly insist here.
But since it’s only about the strength of an ordinary high-tier, it gave him a glimmer of hope.
“Still… preparations are necessary!”
…
Several days passed.
An obviously delicate Pink Rabbit was also attracted by the seeds of the One-line Grass, circling around the grassland unwilling to leave.
Underground, the Drill Mountain Hound silently lay in ambush, feeling quite pleased.
Since discovering this treasure land, it had carefully maintained the area, driving away other wild beasts and allowing the One-line Grass to flourish.
The pearl-like seeds of the One-line Grass are the favorite delicacy of all herbivorous creatures, thus attracting many prey animals.
Moreover, it cunningly lurked underground, concealing its presence, making it extremely difficult to detect. Thus, each time it attacked, success was almost guaranteed, and it didn’t even consume much energy.
Energy! For the wild Fantasy Spirits surviving in the outside world, avoiding all unnecessary movements and consumption is the most crucial thing.
Because food is always in short supply, they must ensure that when the day comes and food sources are cut off, they still have the strength to hunt.
Otherwise, it’s just a death sentence!
The Pink Rabbit blinked its large eyes, clearly unable to resist the temptation of the pearl-like seeds. Its hind legs pushed off, ready to move forward.
“Wooooof!”
At this moment, a gray wolf suddenly pounced, grabbing the Pink Rabbit in its mouth and disappearing in an instant.
Damn it! That was my prey!
The Drill Mountain Hound felt slightly angry but still restrained itself.
However, in the following days, this gray wolf seemed to have taken a liking to this place. After the first time, there came a second, then a third…
The most frustrating part was that the gray wolf always chose such annoying spots to attack, actually perching on a huge rock, making it impossible for the Drill Mountain Hound to sneak up from underground and eliminate it!
Until one day, that annoying gray wolf even started patrolling the outskirts, attacking any animals attracted to the area. Even if it couldn’t catch the prey, it would drive them away.
The Drill Mountain Hound’s fury piled up, especially when it saw the gray wolf dragging a large-antlered deer for the fifth time, moving with such flashy footwork. Its anger had now reached the limit.
This is absolutely intolerable, right?
“Wooooof!”
Boom!
The earth exploded open, and it finally stopped hiding, revealing its form and releasing its oppressive aura.
Although they were both mid-tier creatures, it was an elite breed! That gray wolf would probably be scared out of its wits, right?
But then, to his astonishment, the Mountain-Drilling Hound realized that the gray wolf wasn’t frightened away at all. Instead, it performed the distinctive taunting gesture unique to wolf-type phantom spirits—clutching the deer in its jaws as it fled!
It even took the prey with it while fleeing!
“Wooooof!!!”
The Drill Mountain Hound was furious! It was furious beyond words!
Boom!
The wolf’s claws struck the ground with a startling sound, and the Drill Mountain Hound transformed into a yellowish-brown phantom, quickly giving chase.
It swore that unless it hunted down this presumptuous gray wolf, it would no longer call itself a wolf!
The two wolves moved extremely fast, one chasing and one fleeing, in the blink of an eye they had run an unknown distance.
However, the gray wolf, burdened with its prey, was slower. In a valley filled with scattered rocks, it was finally caught.
“Wooooof!”
But at this moment, the gray wolf dropped its prey, turned to face the Drill Mountain Hound, bared its teeth, and assumed an attacking stance.
They say dogs rely on their masters’ might! In truth, wolves are no different.
“Alright! Let’s settle this here!”
Wu Ming’s figure, somehow unnoticed, appeared behind the gray wolf, speaking calmly.
“Wooooof!”
The gray wolf let out a fierce howl and lunged forward.
“A human Spirit Tamer?”
This thought flashed through the Drill Mountain Hound’s mind. Though it was somewhat confused, it vaguely remembered from its instincts the terror of such humans!
As an Earth-element Fantasy Spirit, its first instinct was to tunnel underground and then evaluate the situation. If it couldn’t win, it would flee immediately. But if it could overpower the opponent, it would launch a surprise attack!
A flash of earthy light enveloped its body, and its paws were about to dig, when suddenly it paused!
Beneath it was not soft soil, but a massive rock!!!
Although its claws and physique could easily dig through dirt, in such an environment, it was just as helpless!
“Ha ha… beasts are indeed beasts. Even with a bit of intelligence, they can still be easily provoked into traps with just a little teasing…”
Wu Ming waved his hand: “Attack!”
The gray wolf, being extremely cunning, circled around the front of the Drill Mountain Hound, taking advantage of its failed attempt to burrow underground, and launched a fierce pounce.
Sliiiice!
Its claws, now upgraded to intermediate level, immediately inflicted terrible damage on the Drill Mountain Hound.
A blood mark appeared but was blocked at the shoulder shell, sparking as it did.
The Drill Mountain Hound howled in pain, discovering that its body had become somewhat numb and unresponsive.
“These past few days, I deliberately let the gray wolf release several prey animals, but I’ve tampered with them all…”
With the gray wolf patrolling the perimeter, it was essentially a preliminary screening. Wasn’t it normal to add something extra to the beasts?
“Although I dared not use deadly poison, fearing the keen sense of smell of canines, the mixed effects of several herbs should now be taking effect, causing paralysis and weakening!”
Wu Ming observed the battlefield intently: “This toxin-induced weakening should bridge a minor rank gap. Combined with neutralizing the Drill Mountain Hound’s burrowing ability, this should now be an even match!”
Beside his hand, there were even items like a long wooden bow and a machete, ready for immediate support.
Who says Spirit Tamers can’t personally join the battle?
“My plan isn’t just to give the gray wolf a chance to evolve; it’s also about that patch of One-line Grass. Who would play with you for so long?”
Wu Ming inwardly complained, commanding the gray wolf to press forward relentlessly, swift as the wind, each time leaving a wound on the Drill Mountain Hound.
“Wooooof!”
Soon, a spray of blood splattered across the rocky beach.
Backed into a corner, the Drill Mountain Hound immediately launched a desperate counterattack!
A layer of yellowish-brown glow flickered beneath its fur, and despite the bloodshed, it radiated an astonishing aura.
“Talent Art—Earth Spikes? Gray Wolf! Avoid it!”
Wu Ming instantly transmitted his mental command.
The gray wolf let out a strange cry and quickly leaped backward, but by then it was already too late.
Chiiii!
From the yellowish-brown glow, several earth-colored spikes emerged, piercing through the air, arriving before the gray wolf in an instant.
Wu Ming’s warning could only make the gray wolf dodge the vital areas. The earth-colored spikes mercilessly pierced through the gray wolf’s body, sending a large spray of blood flying.
“Ah? The Earth Spikes are this powerful? Even while poisoned and paralyzed? That’s not scientific!”
Wu Ming’s expression tightened, and then he noticed the Drill Mountain Hound’s enhancement list, briefly scanning over the “Piercing” of basic arts: “Is that the ability of this enhancement? To amplify the force of the spike spells?”
Thinking thus, he drew his bow and arrow, ready to shoot and end the Drill Mountain Hound’s life in one shot.
“Woof… wooooof!”
However, at this moment, the gray wolf still lunged forward, despite its serious injuries, its defiant and arrogant demeanor remained unchanged.
“Woof!”
The Drill Mountain Hound was already at the end of its strength. After releasing one technique, it immediately turned to flee.
Now intercepted by the gray wolf, it was immediately overwhelmed and plunged into a desperate battle.
Crunch!
Finally, a large amount of blood and flesh flew, and in the fierce wolf battle, the gray wolf seized an opening and bit down on the Drill Mountain Hound’s neck.
The sound of bones breaking was heard, and the Drill Mountain Hound softly collapsed, its body twitching twice before becoming still.
“Wooooof!”
The gray wolf proudly stood beside the Drill Mountain Hound’s corpse, licking its fur and wounds, then let out a king-like howl.
“Hmm… although its breed is inferior, this kind of tenacious will and remarkable spirit is not without value for cultivation!”
Watching from the side, Wu Ming nodded slightly.
Buzzzz!
At this moment, a gray glow emanated from every part of the gray wolf’s body, enveloping it in a gray cocoon of light.
“This is… evolving!”
Wu Ming’s eyes lit up. He had calculated all along, the One-line Grass was just a small part; the main goal was this!
“Not only evolving, but also advancing…”
Youths from ordinary families, without months of dedicated cultivation, rarely see their Fantasy Spirits surpass the High Juvenile Tier. This limitation stems partly from resource constraints and partly from their own immature souls, which unilaterally hinder the growth of their Fantasy Spirits.
But for Wu Ming, his soul had never been a burden! Even if the gray wolf broke through its breed limitations, rushing all the way to the King Tier, it would still be possible!
“A normal gray wolf can evolve into a Great Gray Wolf when reaching the Warrior Rank. Now this gray wolf is evolving into a mature form during its juvenile stage, which is absolutely exceptional talent!”
Wu Ming gazed at the glowing cocoon, his Observing Eye fully activated. He immediately realized the gray wolf was encountering some difficulties during its evolution: “Is it due to insufficient energy?”
He pondered for a moment, then immediately scattered a handful of Beast Nourishment Pills.
These were the products he had manufactured in his spare time since his last successful alchemy. Now was the perfect time to use them.
The Beast Nourishment Pills had smooth, round surfaces and emitted a rich fragrance. Once thrown into the cocoon of light, immediate, vigorous chewing sounds could be heard.
With this added assistance, the cocoon stabilized. Moments later, a much larger gray wolf emerged, affectionately rubbing against Wu Ming’s wrist.
It bore a slight resemblance to the previous gray wolf, but its body was nearly twice as large, even comparable to a small horse. Its gray-black fur was as stiff as needles, its eyes sharp with a glimmer of emerald green. Around its neck was a fluffy mane, exuding a sense of nobility and grandeur, like the alpha of a wolf pack.
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