Chapter 2796: 2777 The Demon Transformation Technique

Wang Yingjie raised Dragon-Devouring Ants; if they could transform into human form, their growth rate would be even faster.

Wang Changsheng nodded. He took out five red jade boxes and handed them to Liu Hongxue, saying, "These are five thousand-year-old spirit herbs. Take them and refine some pills!" He knew without asking that Liu Hongxue had definitely kept some Spirit Awakening Pills; he understood that probing too deeply would be unproductive, so he didn't press the matter.

Liu Hongxue thanked him repeatedly and accepted the five red jade boxes. After giving a few instructions, Wang Changsheng dismissed Liu Hongxue.

He whistled, and a yellow light flew out from a small courtyard, landing on the green stone table. It was the Twin-Pupil Rat, which had grown considerably fatter again.

There were only three Spirit Awakening Pills, so there wasn't enough to go around. The benefits of spirit beasts transforming into human form were numerous, and Wang Changsheng had many spirit beasts and spirit insects, making distribution quite difficult.

The Twin-Pupil Rat had been with Wang Changsheng since his Qi Refining stage. It had helped him find many high-grade spirit herbs, lured powerful enemies away, and even helped him escape by burrowing underground. It was Wang Changsheng's most favored spirit beast, enjoying its own dedicated spirit herb garden and numerous other spirit rats to mate with, allowing its lineage to multiply and flourish.

It smelled the unique scent of the Spirit Awakening Pills, let out an excited squeak, and stared eagerly at Wang Changsheng.

The Twin-Pupil Rat naturally deserved a Spirit Awakening Pill. Wang Changsheng picked one up and handed it to the Twin-Pupil Rat.

The Twin-Pupil Rat swallowed the Spirit Awakening Pill, letting out a loud shriek. Its fur stood upright like steel needles, its skin turned blood-red, and its body began to tremble. Immediately after, its body rapidly expanded, resembling a huge yellow balloon.

After approximately fifteen minutes, the Twin-Pupil Rat returned to normal, its size shrinking back down. It stood up straight, its body bending slightly, and spoke in human language: "Thank you, Master, for the medicine. From now on, I can communicate directly with you."

Its innate foundation was still shallow, incomparable to creatures like the Qilin Turtle or the Mirage Dragon. After taking the Spirit Awakening Pill, the Twin-Pupil Rat could only speak human words. Without the Spirit Awakening Pill, it might not have been able to speak even after another ten thousand years.

Wang Changsheng nodded and said, "Since you can speak, I will teach you an introductory demonic cultivation technique, mainly to help you transform into human form." He taught the Twin-Pupil Rat a cultivation technique called the "Heavenly Demonic Transformation Art." This technique was an introductory demonic cultivation method, primarily designed to help intelligent demonic beasts transform into human form.

As their cultivation level increased, demonic beasts would naturally gain some level of intelligence, though the degree varied. The intelligence of a three-year-old child naturally couldn't compare to that of a thirty-year-old adult. The Spirit Awakening Pill's purpose was to enhance the intelligence of spirit beasts and insects, enabling them to possess independent consciousness, think, and speak. If lucky, they could even transform into human form.

The Twin-Pupil Rat had not yet transformed into human form, but being able to speak human language was a significant improvement. It could now cultivate the "Heavenly Demonic Transformation Art," which would aid its transformation. Only spirit beasts, spirit insects, and spirit birds capable of speaking human language could cultivate the "Heavenly Demonic Transformation Art." Ordinary spirit beasts and insects could not, as they couldn't even understand written characters. The "Heavenly Demonic Transformation Art" was also brought out by Wang Chuanming from the Profound Spirit Grotto-Heaven.

Pure-blooded spirit beasts like the Mirage Dragon didn't need to take Spirit Awakening Pills; they could speak human language once they reached a certain cultivation level. This was one of the benefits of having pure bloodlines.

"Once you transform into human form, I'll give you a proper name. Go and cultivate for now!" Wang Changsheng waved his hand, and the Twin-Pupil Rat scurried back to its spirit herb garden.

There were still two Spirit Awakening Pills left. Who should he give them to?

Wang Changsheng was a bit conflicted. The Mirage Dragon had a pure bloodline; a Spirit Awakening Pill refined from a thirty-thousand-year-old Seven-Star Jade Ganoderma might not be enough to make it transform into human form, though one from a hundred-thousand-year-old Seven-Star Jade Ganoderma should certainly work. Given the Mirage Dragon's bloodline, it would be able to speak human language once it reached a certain cultivation level, so there was no need for it to take a Spirit Awakening Pill. The Qilin Turtle, possessing Xuanwu bloodline, was inferior to the Mirage Dragon, but if it took a Spirit Awakening Pill, there was a certain chance it could transform into human form.

Spirit insects had difficulty advancing their cultivation, but once they ascended to a higher rank, they often possessed incredible divine abilities. However, most spirit insects didn't have strong defenses, and the Great Heavenly Tribulation was their biggest obstacle. If a spirit insect could transform into human form, it could use treasures and formations to pass the Great Heavenly Tribulation, making it easier to grow.

The Soul-Devouring Golden Cicada had already passed one Great Heavenly Tribulation. It was already a mid-grade sixth-order creature. Even if it consumed the Yin Pearl left by a Soul Fusion stage ghost, it would be impossible for it to pass the Seven-Nine Lightning Tribulation. Transforming into human form would make it much easier. The Mirage Dragon and Qilin Turtle had thick skin and tough flesh, so resisting the Great Heavenly Tribulation was not a problem for them.

Wang Changsheng pondered for a long time. With a thought, a golden light flew over. It was the Soul-Devouring Golden Cicada, and its body had grown considerably larger. During the trip to the Myriad Spirit Abyss, Wang Changsheng captured hundreds of thousands of ghosts, which were devoured by the two Soul-Devouring Golden Cicadas. They hadn't reached the high-grade sixth-order yet, but they were not far from it.

He took out a Spirit Awakening Pill. With a flick of two fingers, the pill shot out, flying straight towards the Soul-Devouring Golden Cicada. The Soul-Devouring Golden Cicada opened its mouth and spat out a hazy golden aura, which enveloped the Spirit Awakening Pill and drew it into its mouth, then swallowed it.

The Soul-Devouring Golden Cicada emitted a joyful chirping sound, and dazzling golden light burst from its body, enveloping the entire courtyard.

After a quarter of an hour, the golden light dissipated, revealing a handsome boy with clear features. The boy's eyes were golden, and on his chest was a fearsome ghost pattern. He had a pair of thin golden wings on his back, and some golden spirit patterns on his arms.

"Golden Cicada greets Master!" The boy bowed, his expression filled with excitement.

"I didn't expect you to be the first to transform into human form," Wang Changsheng encouraged him. "This is good. It will make it easier for you to pass the Great Heavenly Tribulation. I hope you can go further." If the Soul-Devouring Golden Cicada hadn't transformed, it would likely have been limited to the sixth-order; it wouldn't have been able to pass the Seven-Nine Lightning Tribulation.

"This is all due to Master's nurturing," the boy said sincerely. "I am willing to dedicate my life and efforts to you."

"From now on, your name will be Wang Chan!" Wang Changsheng said. "Go and consolidate your cultivation first. These items should be useful to you." He gently flicked his wrist, and a green storage ring flew out, landing in front of the boy. The ring contained spirit pills, wondrous medicines, magical robes, and treasures, as well as a demonic cultivation technique called the "Heavenly Demonic Tome," which was suitable for Wang Chan's cultivation. Since he had already transformed, he no longer needed to cultivate the introductory technique.

"Thank you, Master, for the treasures." Wang Chan bowed, thanked him again, accepted the green storage ring, and respectfully withdrew.

This left one Spirit Awakening Pill. Wang Changsheng planned to save it for Wang Ruyan. As a couple for many years, they always shared good things with each other, rather than keeping them for themselves. They believed in sharing both good fortune and hardships, for when a husband and wife are of one mind, their combined strength can cut through metal. As for whether Wang Ruyan would use it for the Soul-Devouring Golden Cicada or the Rift-Splitting Beast, that was her decision; Wang Changsheng would not interfere.

Unfortunately, there were only three Spirit Awakening Pills. If there were a few more, Wang Changsheng wouldn't have to be conflicted; he could have given them to the Qilin Turtle and the others, allowing them all to transform. But such good things rarely happened in the world. Acquiring a thirty-thousand-year-old Seven-Star Jade Ganoderma this time was already quite remarkable. If he wanted more Spirit Awakening Pills, he would need to find another thirty-thousand-year-old Seven-Star Jade Ganoderma.

Su Yuntao had acquired a Nine-Light Dragon Whisker Fruit. If all went well, the Myriad Spirit Sect would see more transformed great demons in the future, indirectly strengthening their foundation.

Wang Changsheng walked into a room, sat cross-legged on a meditation cushion, and began cultivating his arts.