The Spiritual Energy of these mutated white-haired rats has been converted to the Wind Attribute. The horns on their foreheads contain abundant Wind Spiritual Power and, most importantly, can regenerate, making them usable as materials for low-rank Magic Artifacts.
They can roughly reach that level, Zhu Ying thought.
"They can reach the Heavenly Origin realm. A select few with immense talent can even attain the Dharma Image. The one in the Lady’s hands is such a case."
Zhu Ying considered this. Heavenly Origin is equivalent to a Third Rank Spiritual Beast. Honestly, that level of Cultivation isn’t crucial to me. However, the regenerating horns on these mutated white-haired rats are a resource not to be taken lightly. This is significant.
It’s important to understand that not everyone in the True Realm possesses high Cultivation. The Qi Gao and Qi Wen brothers, for example, have followed the Lady for many years yet have only reached the Heavenly Origin realm. This indicates that there are many low-level cultivators in the True Realm, possibly far more than in the Heavenly Realm.
"Consider this a meritorious act. If there’s anything you desire, speak directly," Zhu Ying stated bluntly.
"Yes, yes! What do you want?" Jiang Xueyao asked, still playing with the mutated white-haired rat.
"I need a Cultivation Technique," Chen Jiuge said in a deep voice.
"You’ve played your cards well!" Zhu Ying sneered. She wasn’t surprised Chen Jiuge wanted a Cultivation Technique. Those who ascended needed to specialize in True Realm Cultivation Techniques to fully unleash their strength.
"Xiao Ying, just give it to him. I really little mouse!" Jiang Xueyao interjected.
"Yes, Lady," Zhu Ying replied helplessly. She had hoped to delay things a bit longer.
Hearing Jiang Xueyao’s words, Chen Jiuge silently released the Contracts he had with the five mutated white-haired rats.
After they left the grand hall, Zhu Ying’s expression grew even colder. "I can give you a Cultivation Technique, but you cannot disappear without a reason. Even if you decide to leave, you must inform me first. Understand?"
The moment Zhu Ying spoke, Chen Jiuge felt as if he were facing a colossal, green-robed immortal maiden. A bead of cold sweat trickled down his forehead.
Pure Yang True Monarch!
Zhu Ying didn’t respond. Ascended beings are inherently rebellious; I definitely can’t keep him. If not for the Lady’s excessive kindness, I would never have dealt with Chen Jiuge, let alone arranged for him to work in the Treasure Pavilion. Thɪs chapter is updated by novel⁂fire.net
They walked in silence, eventually arriving at the Scripture Pavilion they had passed by earlier.
"Old Bookworm, wake up!" Zhu Ying knocked roughly on the door of the Scripture Pavilion.
An elderly face materialized on the pristine door, complaining, "Ying baby, could you be a bit gentler? This old man has been digesting lately."
"You cultivate the Life Dao. I’ll have Old Bookworm find some suitable techniques for you, and you can choose one yourself. Don’t even think about the absolute top-tier ones, but I can authorize you to have a first-tier technique."
Chen Jiuge glanced at Zhu Ying, surprised. Doesn’t she despise me? Why is she willing to give me such a high-quality Cultivation Technique?
"Don’t look at me like that. Since you have a talent for nurturing Spiritual Beasts, I won’t be stingy. As long as you can raise powerful Spiritual Beasts and facilitate the Lady’s return to the Imperial City, I will even give you the very best Cultivation Technique."
"And if you don’t wish to leave, securing an official position in the Qingming Ancient Country would be quite easy for you."
Chen Jiuge clasped his hands. "I will do my best."
After reviewing the Cultivation Techniques presented by Old Bookworm, Chen Jiuge selected one called the "Myriad Wood Longevity Technique." It was said to be a subordinate technique to the top-tier "Green Emperor Scripture," and Chen Jiuge felt it was very suitable for him.
"It seems you’re quite confident," Zhu Ying scoffed.
"Setting other things aside, when it comes to nurturing Spiritual Beasts, I am indeed quite skilled," Chen Jiuge replied confidently.
"Then I shall wait and see," Zhu Ying said.
Returning to the side hall adjacent to the main hall, Zhu Ying mused for a moment. She then casually summoned a capable subordinate and instructed, "Elevate the treatment for Manager Chen of the Treasure Pavilion by one level. Grant him thirty catties of high-quality Pearl Rice each month and assign him two slaves."
I hope you truly have the abilities you claim, Zhu Ying thought, her gaze profound.