The Master of Beasts

Chapter 857 284: The Innate Primal Qi

No matter how many opportunities you obtain or how many Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures you acquire, breaking through the realm of True Immortal ultimately relies on the accumulation of time. For Chen Jiuge to break through to the Golden Immortal Realm in such a short time, naturally, his foundations are somewhat unstable.

The Innate Primordial Qi is of great significance to Chen Jiuge; only by obtaining it can he break through more rapidly, and only the Innate Primordial Qi can achieve this extent!

Unlike the narrow path on the right, the road on the left is wide, expansive, and bright.

Looking at the low shrubs on both sides, Chen Jiuge revealed a trace of oddity in his eyes: "There isn't a single big tree here?"

"That shouldn't be... the Five Elements Qi here, before its change, was so evenly distributed. Logically, it should be a place full of vitality, so why are there only these shrubs?"

"Master, look there!"

The sharp-eyed Silver King spotted a creature within the shrubs.

"Pointy ears, human face, how does it feel like the legendary Elf Clan?"

"Whoosh"

The petite and adorable creature, upon realizing it was seen by Chen Jiuge and the others, vanished in an instant, the terrifying speed causing a sonic boom.

"That speed!"

Chen Jiuge's eyes almost popped out in disbelief. Speed equates to power, and this holds true even in the Extraordinary World. Merely the speed that presumed elf creature burst out with—if it were to launch an attack on Chen Jiuge and others, perhaps only Dabai could withstand the damage unharmed, and the second senior brother might also remain unscathed.

As for himself, Chen Jiuge shivered slightly at the thought of being hit by such speed.

Despite having some body refinement experiences, there was still a significant gap compared to the innate physical prowess of the Spiritual Beast, especially after joining the Five Elements Sect, where physical cultivation had all but ceased.

As they ventured deeper, the number of elf-like creatures on both sides of the road increased.

Perhaps it was because there were companions around, which calmed his heart, these presumed elf creatures didn't run away immediately but instead gazed at Chen Jiuge and the others with their large, moist eyes.

Pretending not to notice the little elf at the edge of the road, Chen Jiuge nonchalantly glanced over and, with the aid of his Divine Sense, finally saw the creature clearly.

The palm-sized face was so moist that it invoked a desire to pinch it, with pointy ears hidden beneath the dark green long hair.

On top of their heads grew two small white flowers, allowing them to blend well within the shrubs.

However, based on the observations along the way, Chen Jiuge believed that the small white flowers on their heads likely represented their cultivation level, with more flowers indicating higher cultivation, and the most he had seen was three flowers.

"One flower per realm?"

The little elf's size was not large, roughly comparable to that of a newborn infant, albeit slimmer and more delicate, but Chen Jiuge dared not underestimate these creatures.

If these little elves amidst the shrubs on either side were to revolt and launch an attack on them, at the very least, it would be a battle with mutual devastation.

Were it not for the fact that these little elves appeared to be quite timid and showed no animosity, and moreover the Innate Primordial Qi was extraordinarily tempting, Chen Jiuge would not have ventured further.

The road stretched far and long; Chen Jiuge was unsure how long they had walked. As dusk fell completely, the path ahead was still endless and obscure.

"It's so far away!"

Chen Jiuge hesitated, it was far too distant. Though their pace wasn't slow, they had walked for over half a day and still couldn't see the end of the path. The number of little elves on both sides had also increased, with even those showing signs of sprouting a fourth flower bud appearing, raising the danger level dramatically.

Perhaps sensing Chen Jiuge's wavering thoughts, a dimly glowing five-colored Spirit Light slowly floated over in the last rays of twilight.

"Is this trying to keep me from giving up?"

As for this wisp of Innate Primordial Qi drifting over, Chen Jiuge wasn't bashful about it; he promptly opened his mouth to inhale and refined it.

It's not that Chen Jiuge was imprudent, but such innate substances simply cannot be tampered with.

Be it tracking divine skills, poisoning, refining restrictions, or whatnot, they were impossible because these were natural creations of the Heavenly Dao, and strictly speaking, these innate substances are the beloved children of the Heavenly Dao.

Under the protection of Yue Meng and other Spiritual Beasts, it took Chen Jiuge nearly a quarter of an hour to thoroughly refine this minuscule amount of Innate Primordial Qi.

Due to the Heavenly Gift Realm's significant suppression of immortal power, Chen Jiuge hadn't been in the Golden Immortal realm for long, and his original Golden Immortal Dao Fruit was already quite withered.

However, the emergence of this wisp of Innate Primordial Qi was like a substantial tonic, not only revitalizing the Dao Fruit but even replenishing the previously drained Elixir Field and Qi Sea.

The lingering effects from employing the Tracking Divine Power were mostly healed, an incredible feat.

"Just this tiny wisp, and yet such immense effect!"

Chen Jiuge licked his lips, reluctant for more, knowing full well it's a trap; he couldn't help but be drawn to explore it.

The role of Innate Primordial Qi, Chen Jiuge had only read about in ancient texts, and only after experiencing it firsthand did he understand why cultivators in the True Realm hold it in such high regard!

No matter the talent, even a mere mortal, with enough Innate Primordial Qi, achieving Daluo might be a stretch, but attaining Golden Immortal is certainly attainable!

This is because Innate Primordial Qi itself is the consummate spiritual object of the Five Elements Dao, and even a pig, under the accumulation of Innate Primordial Qi, achieving True Immortal would merely be a matter of time!

"However, what's necessary is still caution!"

The allure of Innate Primordial Qi was indeed strong enough to make someone as prudent as Chen Jiuge take risks, yet in comparison to the secrets hidden behind it, this was negligible!

"Moving forward, you all need to be cautious, upon seeing any five-colored spiritual energy, don't hesitate, just absorb it!"

Chen Jiuge did not intend to keep all the benefits to himself; after all, the strength of the Guardian Beasts is essentially part of his own strength. The Innate Primordial Qi also significantly benefited Spiritual Beasts, potentially purifying their bloodline.

The pitch-black night could not dampen the spirits of Chen Jiuge's group, with the occasionally appearing five-colored radiant light serving as their best guide!

Once again missing a five-colored radiant light due to short legs, Dabai grumbled in annoyance: "Hey, could you be more generous? Just this little bit at a time, don't you see there are so many of us?"

Dabai's sudden complaint left Chen Jiuge stunned, the audacity!

"Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh"

An unexpected demonic wind tightened Chen Jiuge's heart—could Dabai have angered something?

The five-colored radiant light suddenly illuminated the entire road, a misty silhouette slowly walked over from the end of the road.

The entrance was grand, and the image was fitting, yet Chen Jiuge's group could not focus their attention on her.

These five-colored radiant lights were all Innate Primordial Qi!

Clearly, this person entering was a super power; fighting back, Chen Jiuge felt that with his small physique, he certainly could not be their opponent, so it would be wiser to concentrate on absorbing more Innate Primordial Qi.

The saying goes, better to die under the peony flower, even to be a ghost, one should do so in a flamboyant manner. Consuming more Innate Primordial Qi before departing, at least makes death more comfortable.

The Flower Spirit felt aggrieved; it was merely too bored and wanted someone to pass the time with. Just as Chen Jiuge's group appeared, they changed direction!

This made the Flower Spirit even more frustrated, and so when Chen Jiuge's group reappeared, it altered the distribution of spiritual energy on the road.

Which resulted in the scene Chen Jiuge witnessed earlier.

Unbeknownst to Chen Jiuge, the Innate Primordial Qi was actually created by the Flower Spirit alone!

"Hey, are you from another world?"

Upon nearing, the Flower Spirit sensed the distinct aura on Chen Jiuge's group.

Gazing at the misty silhouette within reach, Chen Jiuge had to halt his swallowing and cupped his hands: "Senior's Wisdom Eye indeed, we are not of the Heavenly Gift Realm, but from a place called the True Realm."

"True Realm, just like the ones picked up by those two rabbits next door!"

"Hey, is this True Realm of yours any fun?"

"Huh?"

Chen Jiuge was slightly taken aback, the demeanor of this senior seemed a bit off!

"Fun... perhaps it is!"

Recalling his experiences in the True Realm, Chen Jiuge affirmed: "Fun!"

Though he couldn't discern the expression of the silhouette, Chen Jiuge could clearly sense a hint of envy.

"Alas, I cannot leave here just yet!"

"Since you're here and have enjoyed so much of my floral aroma, staying a while shouldn't be a problem!"