Chapter 69: Magic Beast Experience

"Patter~"

Several branches broke as they fell from the sky, and Yun Tianming executed a somersault, landing steadily on the ground.

"Phew~ It seems Sister Yun'er is really angry."

Yun Tianming looked up, only to see that figure had turned into a streak of green light flying towards the horizon. He rubbed his hand and couldn't help but reminisce about that soft and huge feeling in his mind.

He swore it wasn't intentional!

However, offending Yun Yun was a fact, and it was only natural for her to be angry.

With a sweep of Soul Perception, the area within a dozen kilometers fell under his gaze.

"It seems this is the outskirts of the Magic Beast Mountains. Is Sister Yun'er venturing deep into the Magic Beast Mountains alone to find the Amethyst Winged Lion King?"

Yun Tianming mused, pinching his chin.

The Magic Beast Mountains cover a vast area, not only spanning the entire Jia Ma Empire but also extending into the territories of several other empires.

For Yun Yun to seek a Sixth Rank Magic Beast in these vast mountains is no easy task. Moreover, she will have to pass through the territories of many high-level Magic Beasts along the way, making it equally perilous. Hence, Yun Yun thought it best to leave Yun Tianming on the outskirts of the Magic Beast Mountains for him to undergo training alone.

"Seems like she still finds my strength lacking."

Yun Tianming smiled lightly, but he didn't dwell on it.

Although his visible Dou Qi level was only that of a 2-Star Dou Master, his Soul Power was comparable to that of a Sixth-Rank Alchemist. Coupled with Soul Techniques, he could unleash soul attacks that threatened even Dou Emperor-level experts!

However, his current proficiency in Soul Techniques only allowed him to deliver one blow. After its use, his Soul Power would fall into a weakened state for the duration of the First Stage. Therefore, Soul Techniques could only serve as Yun Tianming's hidden trump card until absolutely necessary.

"My physical body isn't strong enough. Can it be enhanced through the system?"

Yun Tianming accessed the system interface, placing a hand on his chest.

"Enhance!"

[Enhancement failed!]

[Considering the host has already undergone one enhancement on the physical body, reaching the level of Dou Grandmaster is required to undergo a second enhancement!]

"Indeed, that's how it is."

Yun Tianming maintained a calm expression, seemingly unsurprised. The system wasn't an almighty wish-granting machine; there were many limitations when it came to enhancing the same thing.

For example, the Qi Method he currently practiced had been enhanced from Black Rank High level to Earth Rank Low Level, and the system displayed "Currently unavailable for enhancement." The situation was the same for Dou Techniques, requiring certain conditions to undergo a second enhancement.

Yun Tianming's first physical enhancement occurred when he was six years old, shortly after being brought to the Misty Cloud Sect. Starting as a beggar with no inherent bloodline advantages and mediocre talent for cultivation, he was no different from the common folk. The first use of the system's enhancement granted him the rank of First Stage Dou Disciple, successfully passing the Misty Cloud Sect's outer disciple assessment. At the same time, his cultivation talent received a significant boost.

Though he hadn't reached the level of top-tier geniuses on the Dou Qi Continent, in a place like the Jia Ma Empire, he was considered a "rare gem."

Yun Tianming was very eager. What level would his cultivation talent reach after the second enhancement of his physical body?

At least in the Central Plains, he would be considered significant!

"Since there are no shortcuts, let's work hard step by step."

Yun Tianming flicked his finger and took out the weapon Mountain-crushing Staff from his Spatial Ring, venturing alone into the Magic Beast Mountains.

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The bright moon hung high, casting a beautiful moonlight scenery.

However, in the Magic Beast Mountains, there were no Magic Beasts appreciating the moon.

"Howl~"

A Cunning Fox, a Second Rank Magic Beast, lifted its head and emitted a call to its companions.

In moments, green lights of beastly pupils emerged from the surrounding forest.

"Sly beasts, deliberately leading me into the encirclement of their companions, huh?"

Yun Tianming chuckled lightly. Faced with being surrounded by the fox pack, he showed no sign of panic on his face.

The Cunning Foxes bared their teeth at him, their emerald eyes gleaming with cunning. As Second Rank Magic Beasts, Cunning Foxes weren't individually powerful in combat, but their habit of living in groups meant they often attacked in packs when encountering prey. Even a Dou Grandmaster might not survive their onslaught.

"Howl~"

The foxes surrounding him let out a cacophony of unpleasant howls, attempting to launch a psychological attack on the "two-legged creature" before them.

"They have some intelligence, but not much."

Under Yun Tianming's powerful Soul Perception, he had long seen through the Cunning Foxes' intentions, and the ambush of the fox pack was laid bare under his awareness. He deliberately fell into the foxes' encirclement with only one purpose in mind.

"Is there a possibility that I'm the one surrounding all of you?"

A gentle smile appeared on Yun Tianming's face.

"Woof~"

The two-legged creature before them, unlike the others they had encountered, didn't show fear despite being surrounded by the foxes. Instead, it seemed eager for the challenge. This unusual behavior made the Cunning Foxes uneasy, scratching the ground with their claws. However, they were still just Second Rank Magic Beasts, as Yun Tianming had pointed out: they had some intelligence, but not much.

!

"Howl!!"

Under the sharp howl of the Cunning Fox leader, a dozen foxes surged forward, baring their teeth and claws!

"Overhead strike!"

Yun Tianming smashed the head of a Cunning Fox with his staff, blood and brain splattering, leaving the other foxes bewildered.

It seemed as if they were asking: Howl! Where did this two-legged creature come from? How could it be even more ferocious than us Magic Beasts!

"Suction Palm!"

With a wave of his hand, Yun Tianming used Dou Qi to grip one Cunning Fox and flung it aside, crashing into the others. Swiftly wielding his Mountain-crushing Staff, he smashed each Cunning Fox's head, causing them to howl in pain. In a blink of an eye, six of the Cunning Foxes lay dead at his feet.

The death of their companions further incited the ferocity of the Magic Beasts, and the remaining Cunning Foxes attacked him even more fiercely.

"Bursting Void Steps!"

Yun Tianming propelled himself with bursts of force, maneuvering up, down, left, and right. His graceful movements dodged and weaved among the foxes, leaving them unable to touch even the hem of his clothes. At the same time, Yun Tianming smashed heads with his staff. In less than the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, he had knocked out more than half of the dozen Cunning Foxes on the field!

"Woowoo~"

Seeing the situation turning dire, the Cunning Fox leader turned tail and ran.

"Trying to escape? Too late."

Yun Tianming firmly locked onto its movements with his Soul Perception, then he planted his Mountain-crushing Staff firmly into the ground and infused it with a large amount of Wood attribute Dou Qi.

"Deep Forest Assassination!"

"Pupupupu~"

Countless sharp wooden spikes burst from the ground, piercing through the weakest part of the Cunning Fox leader's abdomen, hoisting it up high. It struggled for a moment before quickly succumbing.

Yun Tianming retrieved a small knife from his Spatial Ring and skillfully dissected the dozen or so Cunning Foxes, extracting their magic cores.

"A Second Rank magic core is worth around eighteen hundred."

"But a Third Rank magic core is worth over ten thousand."

"Enhance!"

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