Chapter 354 - 205: Yun Yao Arrives

"Spare my life, fellow cultivator, I have a secret..."

With blood splattering everywhere, the Phoenix Cry Bird easily pierced through the Mana Shield, directly killing the cultivator. Lin Chang’an couldn’t help but show a satisfied expression.

"You haven’t been raised in vain all these years."

The Phoenix Cry Bird’s talent was unexpectedly akin to that of Flying Needles, specialized in countering Protective Spiritual Light.

After receiving praise, the Phoenix Cry Bird happily raised its head and once again retrieved the spoils from another cultivator.

Seeing this, Lin Chang’an’s expression became tense.

"Alright, quickly hide, don’t let anyone find you. I’ll reward you with a Demon Core when we get back."

Facing its master’s direct confiscation of the Storage Bag, the Phoenix Cry Bird hadn’t reacted but instead nodded excitedly, seemingly still immersed in the joy of the Demon Core tasty treat.

However, Lin Chang’an had already stored it in the Spirit Beast Bag and quickly cleaned the battlefield.

The corpses of the two cultivators, along with the Demon Beast’s body, were all collected.

Meanwhile, inside the array.

...

"No, something’s wrong with this Tier Two Upper Grade array. My Tier Two Forbidden-Breaking Talisman is useless."

"Fellow cultivator, it’s all a misunderstanding..."

Within the array, three Tribulation Cultivators were facing the attacks of the Fire-Devouring Demon Spirits and the tactics of old Hu, and for a moment, danger loomed over them.

At that moment, a sudden, raging bull roar resonated within the array.

"Not good!"

In a hurry, one Tribulation Cultivator grabbed his companion next to him, intending to use them as cover.

Little did he expect that when he tried to escape, his ankle was grabbed.

"Haha, let’s die together!"

The Tribulation Cultivator used as cover laughed madly, grabbing his opponent, who watched in horror as a fearsome Cyan-Horned Bull charged at them.

With a booming sound, the Defensive Spiritual Artifact was knocked away, and the bodies of two Foundation Establishment Cultivators were like rag bags, flying away upon full impact from the Tier Two Middle Stage Demon Beast.

Amidst the dull sounds of flesh and a Tribulation Cultivator’s unwilling roar.

Instantly hitting the hardened ground, they hadn’t had time to react before several Sword Auras struck.

Amidst the sound of Sword Auras entering their bodies, the two Tribulation Cultivators didn’t even have time to scream before dying.

Only one Tribulation Cultivator was left; surrounded by several Fire-Devouring Demon Spirits and old Hu, he emitted a wretched cry. As flames engulfed him, he was turned directly to ashes.

The battle with five Foundation Establishment Tribulation Cultivators ended in less than the time it takes for an incense stick to burn.

Although Lin Chang’an and Hu Jin were strong, they didn’t reveal their trump cards.

This time, the two relied on cooperation and the advantages of the array.

Although the other side had five people, they each had their own thoughts and couldn’t exert their full strength, leading to their rapid defeat.

After the battle, Lin Chang’an and old Hu swiftly cleaned the battlefield without delay, quickly collected the array, and sped off into the distance.

...

They didn’t return directly to Jade Spirit Island; instead, they first visited Five Dragons Island, lingering there for half a month after confirming no one was tracking them.

Only then did they return to Jade Spirit Island.

Though they had long used spells to cleanse their aura, in the Immortal Cultivation Realm there are countless methods, and no one could be sure if there’s a mark left on them.

"After more than half a month, even if there was a tracking mark, it should have worn off by now."

Inside the cave, Lin Chang’an finally sighed with relief.

The Cyan-Horned Bull and Phoenix Cry Bird were released as well.

The Cyan-Horned Bull habitually soaked in the pool leisurely, but the Phoenix Cry Bird seemed to have realized.

With its big eyes widened, it realized its previous spoils, which had been worth far more than a Demon Core, were tricked away by its master.

Seeing the Phoenix Cry Bird flatter itself on his shoulder, Lin Chang’an not only ignored it but also feigned ignorance, nodding:

"This time you both did well, and there’s a reward for each."

From the Storage Bag, he took out two Demon Cores; the Cyan-Horned Bull excitedly opened its mouth to catch them, while the Phoenix Cry Bird stared in disbelief.

"By the way, keep performing well, and any Storage Bags retrieved from cultivators will be rewarded accordingly."

Before entering the cave, Lin Chang’an didn’t forget to express satisfaction with the bird and the bull.

The Cyan-Horned Bull happily nodded and mooed, while the Phoenix Cry Bird, although having some doubts, saw its master’s smile and chirped eagerly, nodding repeatedly.

"That’s better."

Lin Chang’an satisfiedly entered the cave, and at the entrance, the Phoenix Cry Bird was nearly furious, angrily devouring the Demon Core.

Turning around to see the Cyan-Horned Bull lazily, it couldn’t contain its anger.

After all, it was the one that contributed the most.

The Cyan-Horned Bull looked at the silly bird in confusion, wondering what madness it was on, as it dismantled its own nest.

...

Inside the cave.

"This time, the harvest was abundant."

Lin Chang’an joyfully enjoyed the benefits, while remembering the bodies of several cultivators; on Five Dragons Island, he found the opportunity to read their incomplete memories.

Unfortunately, what the other party claimed as a secret turned out to be fake.

"Not only did I procure materials to make Talisman Treasures, but the wealth of these five Tribulation Cultivators wasn’t bad either."

Ordinary Tribulation Cultivators are known for carrying all their possessions with them, which are the kind Lin Chang’an loves most.

Though one downside is, generally, these cultivators who carry their full wealth tend to use any resource to further their own cultivation first.

Thus, the Storage Bags of the five Tribulation Cultivators mostly contained items like Elixirs for healing and Mana restoration, along with Talismans and emergency supplies.