Inside the quiet chamber of Yu Feng Studio.
Wu Ming held a jade tablet in his hand and pressed it against his forehead.
The tablet was entirely emerald green, exuding a refreshing aura. Its superior quality was evident at first glance, with fine golden threads weaving within, seemingly shifting and glowing with extraordinary brilliance.
“[‘Wolf-Beast Fusion’]?”
At this moment, Wu Ming’s soul stirred, adopting an extremely astonishing and complex form to infiltrate the tablet, scrutinizing every detail of its structure without missing the slightest fragment.
“I understand now… this combat technique is indeed a manifestation of partial Dao imprints…”
After a long while, accompanied by a soft sound, the jade tablet in Wu Ming’s hand crumbled into fragments, yet his face bore an expression of ecstatic joy: “Therefore… as long as a Spirit Tamer remembers this Dao resonance, theoretically, it can also be replicated!”
Of course, theory is theory. Practically speaking, achieving this requires flawless execution at every step, all done in one breath. These conditions alone are enough to block ninety-nine percent of people at the threshold, leaving only a few. Among these, some are supreme experts, others have pursued paths such as alchemy or appraisal. Those who can spare attention for crafting tablets would likely be only one in ten.
“In other words… among a thousand Spirit Tamers, only one might possess the talent of a tablet crafter?”
Wu Ming mused, glancing at the materials before him.
Blank jade tablets, wolf-beast blood, and a uniquely-shaped engraving knife.
“The most crucial aspect of engraving Dao resonance is to complete it in one go, without any interruption midway. This places extremely high demands on the soul foundation of the tablet crafter… and also requires exceptional micro-control abilities…”
A smile tugged at his lips as he picked up a blank jade tablet and wielded the engraving knife swiftly, sending wisps of white jade powder fluttering down.
“However… for others, this might seem as difficult as divine punishment, but for me…”
How terrifying is the Earth Immortal Yuan Shen? In terms of soul foundation, even under the suppression of rules, it would likely rival only those famous king-level Spirit Tamers in history!
And would a cultivator not understand formations and carving?
“Step one, engrave the formation—complete!”
Wu Ming’s wrist moved with consummate skill, and in an instant, a miniature formation was etched onto the jade tablet. For cultivators, this is basic skill. Even as a self-taught practitioner, he could afford to look down upon the vast majority of tablet crafters in the Illusory Spirit world.
“Next step, use beast blood as ink to activate the runes…”
He proceeded step by step, and soon, a brand new jade tablet gradually took shape in his palm, emitting mysterious radiance, with golden threads seemingly flowing at its center.
“Final step! Engrave the Dao resonance!”
This was also the most difficult part. It required the tablet crafter to first fully comprehend the combat technique, then use spiritual power as a medium to replicate their understanding onto the tablet.
“Since the talent of tablet crafters is limited, even the most advanced masters can only achieve mastery and success with combat techniques they are proficient in. When faced with another technique, they immediately become clueless…”
Wu Ming smiled: “But for me… I am proficient in all fields. As long as you give me a jade tablet, I can instantly reach the same standard as its creator…”
“Commune!”
At the final stage of engraving, he tapped the tablet with his fingertip.
Boom!
Within a ripple of light patterns, the tablet’s radiance suddenly receded, becoming indistinguishable from the combat technique tablet Wu Ming had previously used.
“Awooooo!”
The sinister wolf, who had been keeping watch nearby, eagerly approached, licking Wu Ming’s palm, its menacing wolf face seemingly wearing a fawning expression.
“You spineless wolf, I thought you might improve after evolving, but apparently, old habits die hard…”
Wu Ming shook his head: “I plan to make thirty copies of the [‘Wolf-Beast Fusion’] technique. If you still haven’t mastered it within thirty attempts, you know what’s coming…”
“Woof…”
As if aware of the difficulty of the task, the evil wolf hugged its head with its paws and crouched on the ground, assuming a begging posture…
…
“Yu Feng Studio is selling elite-type Phantom Spirit eggs? They even have a Winged Wolf?”
Within the Dongfang family, Dongfang Rouxin listened to her subordinates’ report and rubbed her temples with a slight headache: “This complicates matters…”
She had been commanded by the Grand Elder Dongfang Ying to deal with Dongfang Shuoming harshly, extracting all his hidden secrets and even eliminating him!
Originally, Wu Ming abandoning the disciplinary hall to choose a commercial mission had already surprised her, forcing her to revise many plans.
But when she learned that Wu Ming had chosen the notoriously “unwinnable” mission, she couldn’t help feeling secretly pleased.
Commercial failure would naturally result in automatic punishment.
At that time, she would naturally have room to intervene. However, this pleasant mood didn’t last long before being shattered by the news that Dongfang Shuoming had identified the wolf beast egg.
“Damn it… Do I really have to use my hidden agents to suppress the shop?”
She hesitated.
Such an action would inevitably leave traces. Suppressing a promising new talent without cause would damage the Grand Elder’s reputation.
From Dongfang Rouxin’s understanding of the Grand Elder, he would ultimately need a scapegoat, and apart from her, who else would be more suitable?
Therefore, it was best not to use such means unless absolutely necessary.
“Waiting until Dongfang Shuoming fails his mission and then dealing with it impartially would be the best approach to avoid any criticism…”
As Dongfang Rouxin’s delicate brows knitted slightly, a pure white dove pecked its way through the window, delivering yet another missive.
“What? Dongfang Shuoming has gone mad, actually going to Hejia Old Shop to stock up. Fool! How can there be any profit this way!”
A glint flickered in Dongfang Rouxin’s eyes: “It seems there’s no need to act hastily. Even if Dongfang Shuoming possesses terrifying talent as a Spirit Tamer, he’s completely ignorant about business operations. He’ll eventually ruin himself. I don’t need to soil my hands in a hurry!”
…
Late at night.
A silver moon hung high in the sky.
Under the moonlight, Wu Ming roared, his body hair grew, his nails elongated, and he transformed into a werewolf!
By the pond, one could instantly spot a sinister wolf standing upright, its claws razor-sharp, its crimson eyes brimming with savagery and threat.
Rip!
With just a slight extension of his hand, a nearby boulder collapsed, sliced into several pieces by his sharp claws.
“This combat power…”
Wu Ming’s heart stirred: “Even a typical first-tier reincarnator would find it hard to defeat… and also…”
Boom!
A flash of light appeared on his hand, and a mass of emerald-green flame emerged. This was the Soul-Devouring Flame, capable of ignoring ordinary defenses and directly burning souls.
“Awooooo…”
Wu Ming experimented with the fusion technique for a while before dispersing it.
His body shimmered, and a sinister wolf leaped out while he transformed back into a ragged youth.
“This [‘Wolf-Beast Fusion’] does have its drawbacks…”
Wu Ming slightly closed his eyes, recalling: “If a Spirit Tamer’s will isn’t strong enough, they might easily be swayed by the Phantom Spirit’s will. Moreover, if this malevolence isn’t eradicated, their personality will gradually become more savage…”
Of course, such minor issues were as insignificant to him as a breeze brushing past.
With the power of an Earth Immortal’s soul, it would probably take another million years for the Evil Wolf to corrupt him!
Wu Ming opened his eyes and gazed at the Evil Wolf.
[Evil Wolf]
[Racial Tier: Elite (Orange)]
[Racial Bonus: +1]
[Attribute: Ghost]
[Rank: Warrior Initiate]
[Talent: Wild Heart]
[Combat Techniques & Sorcery: Shape-shifting Stealth, Shadow Strike Claw, Soul-consuming Flame, Wolf-Beast Fusion, Bloodthirsty Art, Claw Art]
[Abilities: Sorcery Enhancement, Instant Sorcery, Silent Sorcery]
[Characteristic: Spirit Tamer Charisma (+1)]
[Status: Healthy]
…
“Just over ten attempts to master a high-level combat technique, along with these magical enhancements… It appears the strength of a Phantom Spirit’s essence is closely linked to the proficiency in techniques…”
Wu Ming was naturally very satisfied.
Backed by an inexhaustible arsenal of combat techniques, he naturally unleashed a comprehensive array of suitable skills and abilities upon the Direwolf.
In short, although the Evil Wolf’s current rank is still Warrior Initiate, its abundance of abilities and enhancements would leave even high-tier Evil Wolves in awe.
“Judging by combat power, it might rival a racial bonus?”
In the grand hierarchy, race reigns supreme! Beyond race, factors such as innate abilities, combat techniques, elemental advantages, and the Spirit Tamer’s mastery also play pivotal roles in determining a phantom spirit’s combat effectiveness.
At this moment, Wu Ming felt that his Shadow Wolf could hold its own against mid-tier Shadow Wolves, and even against high-tier ones, it should possess a certain level of counterattack capability.
This would be nearly impossible for newly promoted warrior-tier Spirit Tamers, yet Wu Ming had achieved it.
This was the result of pouring in massive resources.
Not to mention the demon crystals consumed earlier, even the current collection of combat techniques from the Evil Wolf, if sold in their entirety, could fetch nearly 100,000 spirit coins.
“Taking this opportunity to make a big profit, then I can go and unlock the legacy of Jia Kongming…”
Wu Ming’s eyes gleamed with longing.
Jushi City is too small. What’s the point of splashing around in a small pond?
The true dragon is meant to soar in the heavens. Only the entire Yan Continent, or even the entire Phantom Spirit World, can serve as the true stage for prodigious Spirit Tamers!
…
“Wild Goose Wing Wolf! Wild Goose Wing Wolf!”
The next day, several Spirit Tamers who had heard about the sale of the Winged Wolf finally arrived at Yu Feng Studio, only to be stunned by the scene before them: “This is…”
Yu Feng Studio wasn’t large, but on its sparse shelves were displayed nothing but elite-type Phantom Spirit eggs!
“Skywing Wolf, Skywind Hound, Serpentine Roc… all are minor top-tier elite phantom spirit eggs…”
One Spirit Tamer’s eyes sparkled with excitement, nearly fainting from happiness, when suddenly he spotted the top shelf and gasped in disbelief: “Heavens! This label says… Terra Drake! An outstanding-type dragon spirit!!!”
His mouth opened wider and wider until finally, with a crack, he clutched his jaw in pain—it had dislocated!
“This… these are combat techniques, so many of them, rivaling Hejia Old Shop…”
Another Spirit Tamer stared at the jade tablet shelf with shining eyes: “And the prices are even ten percent cheaper! If they’re genuine, they’re truly high quality at a bargain price… I’ll take a [‘Ox Demon Art’]!”
Other Spirit Tamers quickly came to their senses: “Me too! Me too!”
In an instant, the two gatekeepers Dongmen Fu and Ximen Qin were overwhelmed by Spirit Tamers with bloodshot eyes, waving spirit coins…
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