Longevity: Starting with an infant's innate growth potential

Chapter 302 I'm Still a Tier 3 Beast Tamer

On the massive city wall of Anyang Immortal City, Deacon Luo solemnly assigned tasks to everyone.

As Dean Gong controls the main sword of the formation, she needs to have some understanding of each formation gate.

The others were unaware of the two array flags.

As for Zhou Ling's array flags, Dean Gong was worried that his cultivation level was too low, so he directly set up four array flags himself.

Zhou Ling slowly flew up to a height of a hundred feet, staring solemnly at the monster camp dozens of miles away.

When they arrived at the city wall, the monsters had already retreated.

Moreover, the defensive light shield of the entire Anyang Immortal City covers a large area, extending half a mile outside the city walls.

Unable to break through the defensive barrier, the monsters gradually retreated.

Zhou Ling did not rashly unleash his divine soul, after all, among the demonic beasts, some were skilled in divine soul attacks.

He was only at the Golden Core stage of cultivation; if he encountered a fourth-tier demonic beast that was adept at devouring souls, it would be dangerous.

However, as the [Intermediate Observation] talent continues to upgrade.

He could see things from dozens of miles away with the help of [Intermediate Observation].

Moreover, this talent will not be discovered, much less be attacked.

Look around.

Forty or fifty miles away, they saw a vast camp of demonic beasts.

The entire camp stretched out endlessly, a dark, dense expanse.

The roars of various monsters rose and fell in waves, their numbers astonishing.

These monsters appeared to be very orderly, distributed in patches.

Through observation, Zhou Ling was able to determine that the monsters were now roughly divided into twenty camps.

Each camp was led by a fourth-tier demonic beast, and these fourth-tier demonic beasts had different forms.

There are enormous blood apes, golden eagles with flapping wings, and huge golden horned beasts, among others.

Under the leadership of these fourth-tier monsters, the monsters appeared to be very orderly.

It can be seen that most of the monsters in the various camps come from the areas ruled by these fourth-tier monsters.

Only then can such unity be achieved.

Generally speaking, monsters are violent and difficult to subdue.

Only a stronger bloodline suppression could make them so obedient.

Zhou Ling had never seen such a large number of monsters.

Despite his considerable strength, he still felt a chill run down his spine.

If Anyang Immortal City weren't a fifth-grade immortal city that the Dao Alliance had been cultivating for many years...

With defensive measures such as a fifth-order grand formation, if it were Qingyun Immortal City, it would probably have been breached by demonic beasts long ago.

There are countless monsters, giving people a sense of endlessness.

Currently, the army of cultivators in Anyang Immortal City, although numerous, only numbers a little over ten thousand.

Without the aid of a magic array, fighting the monsters with all one's might would definitely not be advantageous.

"Xiao Jin, be careful. If anything seems amiss, listen to my orders and find a chance to escape!"

Zhou Ling sent a telepathic message to the golden fire crows soaring beside him.

Fearing being mistaken for a monster, the Golden Fire Crow stayed around Zhou Ling after arriving in Anyang Immortal City.

They didn't go too far.

"Yes, Master!"

Golden Fire Crow replied.

Zhou Ling then continued to observe the monsters.

The main ones are those fourth-tier demonic beasts.

Through [Intermediate Observation] and [Intermediate Analysis], he was able to discover the bloodline talents of these demonic beasts, as well as some of their own weaknesses.

This will undoubtedly be of great benefit to the upcoming major battle.

Like the mid-stage fourth-tier golden horned beast he was seeing.

Its body resembles a black bull several meters long, with a giant golden horn on its forehead.

This giant horn can release golden sword energy.

Its sharpness is unparalleled, no less than the spell attacks of a mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivator.

Moreover, the black leather armor, though seemingly soft, is actually incredibly tough.

Even a mid-grade fourth-tier magic weapon would find it difficult to break through easily.

However, its weakness can also be found: it takes a certain amount of time for its blood energy to transform into Golden Horn Sword Qi for attack.

Therefore, the best time to attack is when the sword energy contained within its golden horn is exhausted.

Although his black leather armor was incredibly sturdy, it was most vulnerable to fire.

Once attacked by fire, it will quickly soften, and it can only maintain the defense of the leather armor by rapidly consuming its blood energy.

Therefore, fire attacks would be extremely damaging to this golden-horned beast.

Similarly, he also had a general understanding of the situation of other demonic beasts such as the Blood Ape and the Golden Eagle.

"Should we tell City Lord Qi and the others about this?"

Zhou Ling's gaze sharpened as he pondered.

As the saying goes, "Know yourself and know your enemy, and you will win every battle." With this information, we will have the means to deal with these monsters.

Furthermore, different Nascent Soul cultivators can be assigned to deal with these demonic beasts based on their strengths and weaknesses.

If you know that the Golden Horned Beast is afraid of fire attacks, then assigning a Nascent Soul cultivator with fire attributes to deal with it would greatly increase your chances of winning.

Those who oppose them will undoubtedly have a greater chance of success.

However, if one is not a fire-attribute cultivator, it would not be easy for any of the other attributes, even lightning-attribute cultivators, or even late-stage Nascent Soul cultivators, to defeat this golden-horned beast.

However, if I were to share this information with others, how would I explain it, and where would I have obtained this information?

After all, Nascent Soul cultivators are well-informed and have some understanding of these fourth-order demonic beasts.

It is also possible to know some of their weaknesses.

But it's rare to find someone who knows the location of a vital point directly like they do.

Unless you have previously killed this kind of monster.

Zhou Ling frowned, unable to think of a good way to inform the other Nascent Soul cultivators about the weaknesses of these demonic beasts.

That way, it won't arouse their suspicion!
"Or to put it simply, this is the beast taming technique that my master taught me!"

"After all, I have the [Beast Pressure] which is enough to directly intimidate third-tier beasts, making me several times stronger than an ordinary third-grade beast tamer."

"And the Golden Fire Crow proves it!"

After careful consideration, Zhou Ling made a decision.

After all, this information was crucial, and he had a vague feeling that it could even influence the course of the battle.

Even without such a significant effect, it can greatly maximize the combat power of the human race and reduce unnecessary casualties.

As for arousing suspicion in others.

There's nothing we can do about it.

After all, the overall situation is more important.

Once Anyang Immortal City is breached, Qingyun Immortal City will also be in danger.

Such a terrifying army of demonic beasts was simply impossible for Qingyun Immortal City to withstand.

Moreover, there were two fifth-tier demon kings that he couldn't see through.

However, according to Dean Gong, the fifth-tier demon king was dealt with by three Nascent Soul cultivators in the past two days without any problems.

The key is still those fourth-tier demonic beasts on the other side.

Only by killing the fourth-tier demonic beasts can the various factions of these beasts be left leaderless.

That would make dealing with it much easier.

Besides, with his current strength, he isn't too worried about being targeted by others.

The Five Elements Sword Formation and the Five Elements Spiritual Flame gave him a trump card to protect himself.

However, he was not in a hurry.

According to City Lord Qi, it will be a few more days before the monsters launch another large-scale attack.

So let's set up the magic circle first!

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Two days later, the sky above Anyang Xiancheng was bright and clear.

The monsters seem to be preparing for the upcoming all-out attack these past two days, as they haven't come to attack yet.

However, in front of the city gate, within an area of ​​over a hundred feet, sword light flashed and whistled.

A series of dazzling, blazing sword lights flowed rhythmically and continuously. Below the sword lights, nine human cultivators sat cross-legged, positioned according to their respective directions.

Each wielded a precious sword, forming the Heavenly Gate Sword Light Array.

With the full cooperation of Deacon Luo, Dean Gong, and others, the Heavenly Gate Sword Light Array was set up one day ahead of schedule.

"thanks everyone."

Lord Qi slowly flew down from the city wall and clasped his hands in thanks to everyone.

"Lord Qi, you have finally lived up to our expectations!"

Dean Gong stood up and said.

"However, while the Heavenly Gate Sword Light Formation is quite powerful, its energy consumption is also extremely astonishing!"

Dean Gong spoke again.

Each time the Heavenly Gate Sword Light Array is activated, it consumes ten high-grade spirit stones.

If you unleash its full potential, the energy consumption will be even higher.

"There's no need to worry about that. As long as we can withstand this wave of attacks, the Dao Alliance's support will arrive soon."

"The main thing is that the power is sufficient to block three fourth-tier demonic beasts!"

"Lord Qi said in a deep voice."

Despite saying this, he was also nervous, as the resources within Anyang Immortal City had been greatly depleted over this period of time.

He wasn't entirely confident that he could withstand this wave of monster attacks.

However, as long as the Heavenly Gate Sword Light Formation can withstand the three fourth-tier demonic beasts, the probability of blocking this wave of demonic beast attacks is still very high.

After all, with the burden of three fourth-tier demonic beasts, the pressure on the other Nascent Soul cultivators was greatly reduced.

"Congee!"

Dean Gong gave a soft shout and channeled a surge of spiritual energy into the array plate in his hand.

The array plate flashed with a bluish-green jade light, shooting out sixteen streams of light in different directions and pouring into the ground.

Soon, all the battle flags were connected.

Immediately afterwards, Dean Gong chanted an incantation, and a huge phantom of a sword gate slowly condensed in the air.

Next, as long as the others recite the incantation and cooperate with Dean Gong, they will be able to condense three more Heavenly Gates.

The four heavenly gates form a sword formation to trap the demonic beast.

However, fearing excessive energy expenditure, Dean Gong put away the array plate after roughly sensing the power of the sword formation, and the illusory sword light in the air gradually dissipated.

Watching the sword shadows dissipate in the air, Zhou Ling felt that if he knew the weaknesses of those demonic beasts, dealing with four fourth-tier demonic beasts wouldn't be a problem.

"Lord Qi, this power is definitely enough to deal with a fourth-tier demonic beast!"

Dean Gong said confidently.

"Good, with Dean Gong's words, I can rest assured!"

"If the sword formation can hold off the three fourth-tier demonic beasts this time, Anyang Immortal City will definitely be able to withstand this attack!"

Upon hearing this, City Lord Qi said with delight.

"Lord Qi, there is something else I would like to discuss with you!"

At this moment, Zhou Ling spoke up again.

"Zhou Zhizheng, what is it? Just say it."

Lord Qi looked at Zhou Ling and replied with a smile.

At this moment, he also had a very good impression of Zhou Ling.

If it weren't for Zhou Ling's timely assistance, Anyang Immortal City would likely be in grave danger.

"To be honest, City Lord Qi, I am a third-tier Beast Tamer!"

Zhou Ling pondered for a moment, and then said this.

To increase persuasiveness.

With a gentle wave of his hand, the enormous body of the Golden Fire Raven landed in front of him.

"A third-tier Golden Fire Crow, truly magnificent!"

Looking at the Golden Fire Crow, City Lord Qi couldn't help but praise it.

He was quite surprised to learn that Zhou Ling was only a third-tier beast tamer.

However, compared to Zhou Ling, who is a fourth-tier weapon refiner, this is still within an acceptable range.

After all, a third-tier beast tamer in the late Foundation Establishment stage isn't considered too overpowered.

“Lord Qi, in the past two days, through observation, I have discovered many weaknesses in these fourth-order demonic beasts.”

"If other Nascent Soul cultivators knew this, it might be of some help!"

Zhou Ling didn't beat around the bush any longer and spoke directly.

"Weakness of a fourth-tier demonic beast discovered!"

Upon hearing this, City Lord Qi was taken aback. In the past two months, he had fought against fourth-tier demonic beasts quite a few times.

He sensed that these monsters were incredibly powerful, though they did have weaknesses, but none were obvious.

It won't be easy for him to break through it.

It's truly unbelievable that Zhou Ling, who had never fought against demonic beasts before, discovered their weaknesses.

However, looking at the extraordinary Golden Fire Crow before him...

He immediately understood why Zhou Ling had emphasized that he was a third-tier beast tamer.

It was all to make him believe what he said.

Moreover, everyone has their own expertise. Zhou Ling's ability to become a fourth-tier weapon refiner and a third-tier beast tamer at such a young age must mean he has unique talent.

His eyes lit up, and he asked curiously, "What exactly is this weakness technique?"

He knew in his heart that if Zhou Ling could truly find the weaknesses of these demonic beasts, then the battle would be much easier.

"Lord Qi, could you please convene a meeting with the other Nascent Soul cultivators so that I can explain the situation of these demonic beasts to everyone?"

"We'll discuss the specific strategies later. I think this will be of great help in dealing with these monsters!"

Zhou Ling said this.

The best approach to this matter is for everyone to gather together, discuss, and deliberate; that will yield the best results.

Explaining them one by one would be too much trouble.

"Alright, Zhou Zhizheng, Dean Gong, everyone, please follow me to the council hall!"

Lord Qi nodded and said.

Although Zhou Ling was not old, he was the Chief of the Heavenly Crafts Bureau, and his rank was not low.

He dared to say such a thing, so it's impossible that it was unfounded.

Whether Zhou Ling can truly find the weaknesses of these monsters depends on his abilities.

The group then followed Lord Qi to the council hall.

"You're still a third-tier beast tamer?"

On the way, Dean Gong asked in confusion.

She knew Zhou Ling's sword cultivation level better than anyone else.

Now, with the addition of a third-tier beast tamer, this talent is truly terrifying.

Seventeen years old, a fourth-level weapon refiner, a third-level sword cultivator, and a third-level beast tamer—this is something no one would dare to even imagine!
"I know a little bit!"

Zhou Ling said with a smile.

Upon hearing this, Dean Gong said nothing more.

Originally, she wanted to persuade Zhou Ling to focus on practicing swordsmanship, which was the right path.

However, considering Zhou Ling's progress in swordsmanship, it's not slow either.

As long as it doesn't interfere with sword practice, the rest isn't a big problem.

Soon everyone arrived at the council hall.

After we were seated, someone served us some spiritual tea.

The three Nascent Soul cultivators and other Core Formation cultivators also arrived at the main hall one after another.

After everyone had arrived, Lord Qi told them what Zhou Ling had mentioned.

Upon hearing that Zhou Ling was a third-tier beast tamer and had also discerned the weaknesses of many fourth-tier demonic beasts, they were impressed.

Everyone was immediately shocked.

"Zhou Zhizheng, are you sure you mean that?"

A middle-aged man with a thin build and ordinary appearance spoke up.

"I only have a slight understanding of the art of beast taming, so what I say may not be entirely accurate, but please take it as an introduction!"

Zhou Ling nodded.

(End of this chapter)