Chapter 123: Dun Spirit Technique

With the Sky-Flying Shuttle available, the Wind of Emptiness, which could only lift one two *zhang* (about 6.5 feet) off the ground, seemed somewhat redundant. It could be given to the white cat. Moreover, since the white cat was a demonic beast, it wouldn't dare openly fly in human cultivators' territory. Using the Wind of Emptiness to escape only in dangerous situations made it perfectly suited for her.

The Azure Wave Sword could also be given to her. Anyway, Qin Sang was currently only using the Azure Wave Sword as a disguise; he could always switch to the Blood Blade later, which wouldn't make much difference.

Unfortunately, the Spirit-Bewildering Mirror had been destroyed by Sun De. Otherwise, with the Spirit-Bewildering Mirror, the Wind of Emptiness, and the Azure Wave Sword, these three magic artifacts should have satisfied the white cat.

Just then, Qin Sang suddenly remembered something. His eyes lit up, and he said in a deep voice, "I can give you a spell to conceal your demonic aura."

Hearing this, the white cat was initially overjoyed. Then, full of suspicion, she asked, "Does Young Master truly possess a method to conceal demonic aura?"

Demonic beasts that had not fully transformed into human form carried a unique demonic *sha* aura, known as demonic aura in the cultivation world. The reason the cat demon dared not wander freely was precisely because she feared human cultivators could identify her through this aura.

The skin, fur, bones, and blood of demonic beasts were all excellent materials for crafting artifacts. Especially since the white cat was already a Great Demon in the late stage of the Mortal Demon period, taking her physical body, along with a few precious spiritual items, and having a master artifact crafter work on them, it wouldn't be difficult to refine a top-grade artifact. Any cultivator of decent strength would inevitably harbor such intentions.

In human cultivators' territory, if the white cat were to expose herself and fall into an encirclement, even the Azure Bamboo wouldn't be able to save her life.

However, demonic aura was not so easily concealed; otherwise, demonic beasts would have long since overrun the world. Even if the white cat's intelligence was no less than a human's, it would still be difficult for her to fully contain her demonic aura. Once she approached a cultivator, she would expose herself.

It was precisely for this reason that she didn't believe Qin Sang coincidentally possessed a spell suitable for demonic beasts that could also conceal demonic aura.

Qin Sang smiled, "I won't deceive you. This spell is called the 'Spirit Concealment Art.' I obtained it from Gu Tiannan; I don't know who created it. Gu Tiannan was able to not only hide his cultivation but also prevent any trace of his corpse *sha* aura from leaking out, all thanks to this spell. Anyone who can control spiritual energy can cultivate this spell. It can hide not only corpse aura but also demonic aura, devilish aura, and *sha* aura. Your demonic race can also use it."

There were two spells in Gu Tiannan's jade slip: one called the 'Corpse Elixir Secret Art,' and the other, this aura-concealing 'Spirit Concealment Art.' These two spells complemented each other.

The 'Corpse Elixir Secret Art' didn't sound like an orthodox cultivation method. After Qin Sang browsed it, he became increasingly alarmed. This was a very vicious and evil technique, harmful not only to others but also to oneself!

The 'Spirit Concealment Art,' on the other hand, was purely an aura-concealing spell, and its effect was more powerful than several aura-concealing incantations from Shaohua Mountain.

The 'Spirit Concealment Art' and the 'Corpse Elixir Secret Art' were not from the same lineage. It was likely a spell found elsewhere by the creator of the 'Corpse Elixir Secret Art,' who feared being discovered for cultivating an evil technique.

However, in Qin Sang's opinion, the true purpose of the 'Spirit Concealment Art's' creator was likely not merely to conceal cultivation.

Gu Tiannan used the 'Spirit Concealment Art' to obscure his corpse *sha* aura. Even when facing cultivators in the middle stage of the Foundation Establishment period, he had a high probability of passing unnoticed. It couldn't be more suitable for the white cat.

As he spoke, Qin Sang took out the jade slip from his mustard seed pouch. He then took out a blank jade slip and copied a portion of the 'Spirit Concealment Art' onto it.

Just as he was about to toss the jade slip to the white cat, Qin Sang suddenly paused and said calmly, "Miss Bai, shouldn't you also show some sincerity?"

From her few words, Qin Sang could tell that although the white cat was very intelligent, she had, after all, been cultivating in her cave dwelling all this time. She still possessed a naivete born of inexperience and wasn't skilled at concealing herself, so eighty to ninety percent of what she said should be true.

However, the spiritual eye was of great significance to him. To ensure foolproof safety, Qin Sang decided to be a bit more cautious, lest the white cat take the jade slip and flee.

The white cat was naturally extremely eager for the 'Spirit Concealment Art' in the jade slip. But upon hearing Qin Sang's words, she began to hesitate, unable to make a decision quickly.

Qin Sang also knew that this request was a bit excessive for the white cat.

After all, the cave dwelling could not be moved. If Qin Sang knew its location and he went back on his word and gathered a group of helpers, the white cat would be isolated and helpless, forced to flee to another land and surrender her cave.

"How about this?" Qin Sang said. "You already have a share of the credit for obtaining this spell, and I'll give you two more magic artifacts."

Qin Sang took out the Azure Wave Sword and a geomantic map from his mustard seed pouch. He then opened his mouth and spat out the Wind of Emptiness. He handed all of them to the white cat and patiently explained their uses.

"This geomantic map is a treasure from Shaohua Mountain," Qin Sang explained. "It marks the locations of gates of various cultivation sects, large and small, extending all the way to the border of Tianyao Hill. As long as you avoid sect disciples, even if you encounter a few rogue cultivators along the way, it shouldn't be a big problem. This wisp of wind is called the Wind of Emptiness; it's a top-grade artifact. Once you refine it, you can ride the wind to escape when in danger; very few Qi Refining cultivators can catch you. The Azure Wave Sword is also a top-grade artifact, and you've already experienced its power. These three items, plus the 'Spirit Concealment Art,' and I'll give you some healing elixirs and life-saving talismans. That should be enough to exchange for your cave dwelling, right?"

Qin Sang had done his utmost. If the white cat was still not satisfied, he could at most give her all the spiritual talismans and elixirs on him.

However, even if it meant losing everything, Qin Sang felt it was worth it to exchange for a cave dwelling established upon a spiritual eye.

The white cat hugged these items to her chest. She touched one, then another, unable to put them down. Her eyes narrowed slightly, and a faint purring sound could be heard from her throat.

After finally examining the jade slip containing the geomantic map, the white cat wagged her tail and said excitedly, "This map of yours is much more detailed than any I've gotten before, and its scope is larger! It even marks dangers in the Cloud-Azure Great Marsh; this is wonderful! I'll lead you to my cave dwelling now. I hope you're not deceiving me."

Before departing, they didn't forget the mortals. The white cat removed the restrictions on them, and Qin Sang condensed a ball of clear water, threw the spiritual elixir into it to dissolve it, then distributed a few drops to each person.

These people's complexions visibly turned rosy. After recovering their vitality, they would soon awaken.

Qin Sang tried his best to erase the traces of the cultivators' battle. Carrying the unconscious Gu Yuan, he followed the white cat, flying towards her cave dwelling.

South of Guyuan Kingdom lay the Cloud-Azure Great Marsh. The white cat's cave dwelling was on an inconspicuous, uninhabited island within the marsh. Beneath the desolate island was a spiritual vein hidden deep within the Cloud-Azure Great Marsh. The spiritual vein was not large, but its spiritual energy was pure, and it had coincidentally formed a spiritual eye at the bottom of the desolate island.

The bamboo demon who had enlightened the white cat had set up a formation to seal the spiritual eye, preventing its spiritual energy from leaking out. Unless someone dug a hole to the bottom of the desolate island, the existence of this cave dwelling would remain undiscovered.

The entrance to the cave dwelling was a natural rock crevice among the reefs at the bottom of the desolate island. Qin Sang followed the white cat into the cave dwelling and immediately felt an intensely rich spiritual energy; it was indeed a spiritual eye.