My Beasts Grind Proficiency For Me

Chapter 400 - 246: Core Formation

After completing his Cocoon Formation and Embryonic Development, Yang Jing did not remain in seclusion. Instead, he left his Quiet Chamber for the first time in ages to see his five disciples.

He also ordered a table of Spiritual Food from Feixian Tower and gathered with his disciples.

In the past few years, Iron Head had taken his place as a Minister, while Yinjiao had become a Demon Patrol Envoy. The two had made quite a name for themselves in the Northern Domain.

In the great war seven years ago, the Northern Army Governor’s Mansion expanded its territory northward by a thousand li, establishing three cities along the new border. They only refrained from creating a new kingdom because the Northern Domain was already so sparsely populated.

Of course, the Four Demon Sects were unwilling to see their sphere of influence shrink so drastically, let alone have the Northern Army Governor’s Mansion holding them by the throat. Thus, they were constantly finding ways to harass the three cities and slaughter the Independent Cultivators who migrated to the region.

Iron Head, Yinjiao, Ji Feng, and Chi Yu had all reached Foundation Establishment and distinguished themselves spectacularly on this battlefield.

No fewer than thirty Foundation Establishment Cultivators had fallen at Yinjiao’s hands.

This earned Yang Jing the additional title of "Famed Master" throughout the Northern Domain.

"My mischievous disciples have remained safe and sound, all thanks to Junior Martial Uncle Qiu’s care."

Yang Jing solemnly bowed to Qiu Danqi.

Qiu Danqi hurriedly stepped aside. She had been secretly observing this widely acclaimed junior martial nephew of hers.

Yang Jing’s aura was so profound and obscure it made her heart pound with fear. If the telltale celestial phenomena had not been absent from the sky, she would have suspected he had already reached Core Formation.

’So this is the generational talent the Sect Leader spoke of? Truly terrifying.’

"Let me see the sword."

Yang Jing’s gaze fell upon Yinjiao.

Yinjiao sheepishly took a two-chi, three-cun Sword Artifact from his Storage Bag and handed it to Yang Jing.

Yinjiao had used his Merit Points to redeem an Artifact Refining Atlas from the Taixu Sword Sect. He’d used the rest of his points on a few of the primary materials and then spent several years collecting the rest. Finally, he’d asked his junior martial brother, Ji Feng, to perform the Refining.

To avoid disturbing Yang Jing’s seclusion, he had kept this matter a complete secret.

Yang Jing shot Yinjiao an annoyed look. ’Not going through Wei Ying’s channels... how many extra Spirit Stones did that cost? Such a waste.’

He turned his attention to the sword. After reaching Foundation Establishment, Ji Feng had immediately begun Refining the Ice Soul Cold Flame, mastering the technique of processing Spiritual Materials with it. For the past few years, he had been Refining Spiritual Artifacts for the families of the Northern Domain. His Artifact Refining Skill was a true case of the student surpassing the master; he had already surpassed Yang Jing.

As he drew out a section of the blade, it flared with a sharp, cold light, radiating a faint killing intent.

Only after Yinjiao suppressed it with his thoughts did the Flying Sword quiet down, lying peacefully in Yang Jing’s hand.

After drawing the entire blade, Yang Jing carefully examined the Flying Sword’s shimmering silver body. He found it was covered in a dense, scale-like pattern that was quite ornate.

When Ji Feng had refined the sword, he had incorporated Yinjiao’s own Flood Dragon Scales into the blade.

"What is this sword’s name?"

Yang Jing asked curiously.

"Its name is Zhao Dan."

Yinjiao took the Flying Sword from his master.

Yang Jing nodded and took a Jade Scroll from his Storage Bag.

"This is the Sword Qi Canon. I obtained it from Profound Vermilion True Monarch of the Taixu Sword Sect. In the current Nine Heavens World, practicing this art can hinder your Cultivation progress. You can wait until after you achieve Core Formation to start."

Yinjiao solemnly accepted the Jade Scroll.

His aptitude was excellent. After obtaining the Talent True Flood Dragon Pearl, his cultivation of the Supreme Nine Transformations of the Dragon Scripture had progressed by leaps and bounds. Even if he practiced the Sword Qi Canon, his Cultivation would not be too affected.

After the banquet, Yang Jing took his disciples on a tour of the famous mountains and great rivers of the Northern Domain. They returned to the Northern Army Governor’s Mansion a month later.

The moment he returned to the Northern Army Governor’s Mansion, he requested an audience with Meng Sima to apply for permission to undergo Core Formation.

Because Core Formation required absorbing a massive amount of the Heaven and Earth Spirit Mechanism, it could easily impact the Grand Array, so any Cultivator must submit an application before attempting Core Formation.

This way, the Governor’s Mansion could allocate Spiritual Qi in time to prevent the attempt from failing at the last hurdle due to an insufficient supply.

With his great achievements regarding the Seven Nations Ticket Shop and the pacification of the Demon Realm, rumors were already spreading that Meng Sima was about to be promoted and would return to the Supreme Profound Upper Yang Sect within a few years.

Although he was already mentally prepared, Meng Sima couldn’t help but be startled when he saw the application Yang Jing presented.

Yang Jing had previously redeemed several Spiritual Objects and Elixirs that aid in Core Formation from the secret vaults of the Northern Army Governor’s Mansion. The Golden Core Cultivators of the Governor’s Mansion had been guessing that he would attempt Core Formation soon.

Meng Sima hesitated for a moment but still said nothing. After all, Yang Jing’s talent was far superior to his, and saying too much would risk sounding like he was flaunting his seniority.

"I will go see the Governor shortly, to prevent any old monsters from the Four Demon Sects from divining this matter and coming to obstruct your path."

’The Four Demon Sects must be kicking themselves for not nipping a genius like Yang Jing in the bud. If there’s any chance to obstruct his Core Formation, they absolutely won’t pass it up.’

"Thank you, Meng Sima!"

Yang Jing gave a solemn bow.

Meng Sima had other matters to discuss with Yang Jing, but knowing his Core Formation was imminent, he suppressed the urge and decided to wait until after Yang Jing had succeeded.

"I hope that when you emerge from seclusion, the two of us will be able to interact as peers."

"I will never forget your great kindness, Meng Sima. No matter what happens, you will always be my senior."

After taking care of various sundry matters, Yang Jing did not return to his Quiet Chamber. Instead, he headed for the Cave Mansions the Northern Army Governor’s Mansion provided specifically for cultivators to use for breakthroughs.

Renting these Cave Mansions cost Merit Points. The top-tier ones, which connected directly to a Tier Five Spirit Vein, were more than sufficient for attempting Core Formation. Given the massive amount of Merit Points Yang Jing had accumulated, renting a top-tier Cave Mansion was effortless.