Chapter 671: Purchasing a Clan Spirit Beast

Chen Xiang'er agreed to become Wang Mingren's dual cultivation partner for several reasons: First, Wang Mingren's innate talent was undeniable. Second, there was the influence of Xu Zihua's identity. Third, Wang Mingren had an excellent reputation and was remarkably handsome, making him an object of admiration for many female disciples. She had also heard that Wang Mingren was sincere and knew how to handle people.

She clearly understood that Wang Mingren was willing to marry her solely because of her grand-ancestor Chen Haibin's influence, as they had not interacted much before.

Her own talent was average. With Chen Haibin's help, achieving Foundation Establishment was not an issue, but Core Formation was uncertain. Her biggest fear was that Wang Mingren would abandon her after reaching Core Formation. For now, Wang Mingren's attitude seemed good.

From the perspective of talent and character, Wang Mingren was excellent, though his background was not ideal, originating from a small family. Fortunately, he had Master Xu Zihua.

She was very worried about others stealing Wang Mingren away. When she saw Wang Mingren interacting with other female cultivators, she would become uncomfortable and often lose her temper with him. Fortunately, Wang Mingren was quite tolerant and did not hold it against her.

Upon hearing this, Chen Xiang'er smiled sweetly, her face beaming with happiness.

"Alright, Mingren has just achieved Core Formation and needs some time to cultivate and solidify his cultivation. Let's not disturb him. Xiang'er, Mingren has reached Core Formation, so you must also work hard. When husband and wife are of one mind, their strength can cut through metal, do you understand?" Chen Haibin said earnestly.

Wang Mingren and Chen Xiang'er agreed wholeheartedly. After a few more instructions, Chen Haibin and Xu Zihua departed.

"Oh, by the way, husband, how many Core Formation spiritual items did you use to break through to the Core Formation stage?"

Wang Mingren hesitated for a moment, then truthfully replied, "One."

He possessed dual spiritual roots and cultivated an Earth-grade technique, so he didn't need many spiritual items.

Chen Xiang'er smiled sweetly and said, "Give me the remaining two. I'll get another one from my grandfather. That way, with three Core Formation spiritual items, my chances of advancing to the Core Formation stage are quite high."

"I can only give you one. I have a use for the other."

Upon hearing this, the smile on Chen Xiang'er's face froze, and she frowned, asking, "Who are you going to give it to? Junior Sister Huang? Or Senior Sister Li?"

"What are you thinking? I've told you many times, there's nothing between me and them. I plan to send that Core Formation spiritual item back to my clan. After all, without my clan, I wouldn't have been able to join the Taiyi Immortal Sect. I'll ask my master to help you get another one. If that's not possible, I'll work hard on missions and accumulate contribution points to exchange for a Core Formation spiritual item for you."

Chen Xiang'er frowned, saying, "Your small clan, giving it to them would be a waste. Can they even help you? Just send some Tier 2 elixirs. Giving them this is just a waste; exchanging Core Formation spiritual items isn't easy. I don't want you to work too hard."

"I know what I'm doing regarding this matter. You don't need to always be suspicious. I've told you, since I married you, I won't hide anything from you, nor will I get entangled with other women. Also, I hope you can become a more virtuous wife, instead of always questioning me as if I'm a prisoner being interrogated. I am your husband, not a prisoner you are interrogating."

Wang Mingren said, frowning, his tone displeased.

Chen Xiang'er was a disciple of the Enforcement Hall, and perhaps due to her frequent interrogations of criminals, her personality was rather suspicious.

Sensing Wang Mingren's displeasure, Chen Xiang'er did not continue to argue. As long as it wasn't given to other female cultivators, it was fine. As for the Wang clan, Chen Xiang'er didn't think much of them. A cultivation family with only two Core Formation cultivators, where Wang Changsheng's Core Formation was even thanks to Wang Mingren, their strength couldn't even be considered medium-tier.

Wang Changsheng transferring Wang Qingling away had deeply annoyed Chen Xiang'er, leaving her with no good impression of the Wang clan.

"Alright, husband, you've just reached Core Formation. Quickly take the elixir Grand-Ancestor gave you and consolidate your cultivation. I'll contact Junior Brother Song and the others to properly celebrate for you and, incidentally, introduce you to more descendants of our Senior Martial Uncles. This will be beneficial for your future development."

After saying this, Chen Xiang'er departed on her artifact.

Wang Mingren gazed at Chen Xiang'er's receding figure and sighed softly.

Honestly, Chen Xiang'er was a good wife. To help Wang Mingren achieve Core Formation, she had pleaded with Chen Haibin to acquire two Core Formation spiritual items and introduced Wang Mingren to descendants of high-level cultivators, paving the way for his future.

Both being Core Formation cultivators, Chen Haibin's status was much higher than Xu Zihua's. Because of Xu Zihua, Wang Mingren could interact with many disciples and descendants of Core Formation stage cultivators. Because of Chen Haibin, Wang Mingren could frequently interact with disciples and descendants of Nascent Soul cultivators, which was a significant advancement.

Chen Xiang'er was easily jealous and suspicious. Wang Mingren understood her personality and tried to avoid interacting with female cultivators.

Wang Mingren gave one Core Formation spiritual item to his clan. Firstly, it was to repay the clan's kindness for sending him to the Taiyi Immortal Sect. Secondly, he wanted to indirectly tell Wang Changsheng that Wang Changsheng was wrong.

He actually knew that continuing to apprehend evil cultivators was not wise, but as an elder, Wang Changsheng should have at least discussed it with him. Transferring Wang Qingling directly made him uncomfortable. Of course, Wang Changsheng had arranged for Wang Qiuming and others to help Wang Mingren apprehend evil cultivators, and Wang Mingren was still grateful, especially since Wang Qiuming was Wang Changsheng's biological grandson.

South Sea, Scarlet Moon Sea Region.

Qingli Market was one of the eight large markets in the Scarlet Moon Sea Region, belonging to the Zhang family. Its favorable geographical location contributed to its prosperous commerce.

Wang Qingling and Wang Qiuhong walked down the street, curiously observing the shops on both sides.

Wang Qiuhong intended to rent two shops for business, but he first needed to assess the situation at Qingli Market.

Wang Qingling suddenly quickened her pace, her eyes gleaming as if she had spotted something interesting.

She walked into a courtyard spanning several acres, with a signboard at the entrance that read "Hundred Beasts Garden."

From the name, it was clear this was a shop selling spiritual beasts.

"Aunt, Grandfather said you can't buy any more spiritual beasts."

Wang Qiuhong looked troubled and said with a wry smile.

Wang Qingling was an only child, and the merit points accumulated by three generations had all been spent on her. If she hadn't focused on raising spiritual beasts, spiritual birds, and spiritual insects, she might already be at Foundation Establishment Layer Nine.

However, because of her numerous spiritual beasts, spiritual birds, and spiritual insects, Wang Qingling's strength was far superior to cultivators of the same rank.

"I'm just looking, I won't buy anything."

Wang Qingling said, walking quickly inside.

Wang Qiuhong smiled bitterly to himself, knowing that if Wang Qingling truly decided to buy, he wouldn't be able to stop her.

The Hundred Beasts Garden had many spiritual beasts and spiritual birds, most of which were water-attributed.

Wang Qingling was able to restrain herself at first, but as she saw all sorts of spiritual beasts and spiritual birds, her face grew excited.

"Do you have any lightning-attributed spiritual beasts? Preferably ones that can operate in the sea."

"Yes, Senior, please follow me."

A servant in a green robe led Wang Qingling into a large courtyard where numerous demonic beasts were caged.

There were green crocodiles three zhang long, blue sea apes a zhang tall, and red giant pythons over ten zhang long.

"Senior, these Blood Thunder Sharks just arrived. Blood Thunder Sharks have a huge appetite, swim very fast, and can release lightning attacks."

The green-robed servant pointed to a huge pond containing over a dozen blood-colored sharks of varying sizes.

"Aunt, you said you wouldn't buy any spiritual beasts."

Wang Qingling smiled slightly and said, "I'm buying them for the clan. How can a clan not have protective spiritual beasts? I've wanted to raise a lightning-attributed spiritual beast for a long time. These Blood Thunder Sharks are good. Let's buy a pair! We can breed them back home."

Wang Qiuhong gave a bitter smile. He had no way to refute Wang Qingling's reasoning.

After leaving the Hundred Beasts Garden, Wang Qingling was beaming with joy, while Wang Qiuhong looked glum.