Longevity: Starting with an infant's innate growth potential

Chapter 303 Dean Gong's Thoughts
"The main attack method of this golden-horned beast is the golden sword energy contained in its golden horn, but the sword energy contained in its golden horn can only support three attacks."

"Then you need to recover for a few breaths, and that will be the best time to counterattack."

"At the same time, its fur is incredibly tough, so ordinary attacks can't hurt it at all. Only fire-attribute attacks can pose a fatal threat to it!"

"This golden-horned beast is best dealt with by a fire-attribute cultivator!"

Zhou Ling remained calm as he slowly explained the situation of the fourth-order demonic beasts to everyone.

After hearing Zhou Ling's words, all the Nascent Soul cultivators present looked at each other in disbelief, their faces showing shock.

"No wonder I didn't gain any advantage when I dealt with this golden-horned beast last time. I even used a mid-stage fourth-tier purple lightning talisman, but I still couldn't kill it."

"That makes perfect sense. The last monster I encountered was a five-colored dragon, and I never imagined that its weakness lay in its five color variations!"

"The weakness of this platinum ape is actually its fear of blood poison, which is truly unpredictable!"

One by one, the Nascent Soul cultivators discussed the matter with expressions of doubt and skepticism.

Some of them seemed to suddenly understand what Zhou Ling was saying.

Some remained skeptical, since fourth-tier demonic beasts develop intelligence early on, and even if they have weaknesses, they won't easily expose them.

However, Zhou Ling's introduction was indeed very helpful to everyone.

After all, when facing the enemy, we now have a clear direction.

A glint flashed in Lord Qi's eyes. If what Zhou Ling said was true, then this battle would increase the chances of victory by at least 20%.

However, he also harbored some doubts, since it was not something a third-tier beast tamer could do to see through the weaknesses of a fourth-tier demon beast.

"Brother Zhou, if what you say is true, then you deserve the greatest credit for this battle."

At this moment, Chen Zhenglei spoke up.

Zhou Ling's detailed explanation of the advantages and disadvantages of fourth-tier monsters is something that ordinary beast tamers could never do.

This will be of great help in planning the next battle.

Therefore, if that's the case, then Zhou Ling deserves the greatest credit.

After all, with their current combat strength, it would be quite difficult for the three of them to kill these two fifth-tier demon kings.

Only by killing the opponent's fourth-tier demonic beasts can the demonic beast army be thrown into disarray.

It will naturally recede in time.

However, given the gravity of the matter, he couldn't completely trust Zhou Ling.

He immediately moved his hand, and a beam of cyan light shot out from the beast-taming bracelet in his hand.

It hovered over the main hall.

Only then did people realize that it was a blue-scaled eagle.

This scaled eagle is covered in blue scales. When it spreads its wings, its body reaches more than three zhang in length. Its pair of sharp claws gleam with a blue-gold light, making it appear incredibly mystical.

"This is a fourth-tier Azure Scaled Eagle that I tamed a long time ago. Brother Zhou, why don't you tell me about it?"

Chen Zhenglei spoke up to Zhou Ling.

It wasn't that he didn't trust Zhou Ling, but the matter was of great importance, and he needed to be even more cautious.

After all, if the tactics go wrong, it could cause casualties among Nascent Soul cultivators, or even lead to the fall of Anyang Immortal City.

The casualties will be heavy.

Moreover, this is not just about Anyang Immortal City, but also about the entire western region, where dozens of immortal cities will face the threat of demonic beasts.

Upon hearing this, everyone understood Chen Zhenglei's meaning; he clearly wanted to test Zhou Ling's beast-taming skills.

"it is good!"

Zhou Ling cupped his hands in greeting.

Then he looked up at the Azure-scaled Eagle in the sky.

[You are observing a Azure-scaled Eagle, Intermediate Observation Level +1]

[You are analyzing a Azure-Scaled Eagle, Intermediate Analysis +1]

As the two talents emerged, information about the Azure Scaled Eagle appeared in his mind.

However, he did not rush to speak, but continued to watch with an air of seriousness.

Seeing Zhou Ling's focused expression, everyone present followed his gaze and looked at the Azure Scaled Eagle.

"This Azure Scaled Eagle possesses a trace of the bloodline of the ancient spirit bird Devouring Sky Sparrow, and is born with the power to devour."

"At the same time, he has awakened the bloodline divine abilities of the Azure Scaled Eagle lineage, namely the Winged Divine Blade and the Void Leap!"

As he described the Azure Scaled Eagle, Zhou Ling looked on with envy.

Putting aside other supernatural abilities, this Void Transformation Technique alone is something he has always wanted.

With this spatial magic, even if you encounter danger, escaping will be much easier.

He directly used his Void Leap technique, instantly covering several miles away.

"As for weaknesses!"

Looking at the Azure Scaled Eagle, Zhou Ling paused, seemingly examining it carefully again, before saying, "Firstly, its bloodline is not pure enough, making it difficult to reach the fifth rank."

"Secondly, it contains the bloodline of the Sky-Devouring Sparrow, which carries the risk of going out of control once fully activated."

"As for the rest, this junior cannot see it!"

For Zhou Ling, the Azure Scaled Eagle was almost perfect in both offense and defense.

Its body is covered in blue scales, providing strong defense. Its pair of blue-gold claws are enough to tear apart fourth-tier treasures, and its bloodline supernatural power is also remarkable.

Therefore, in terms of actual combat, it has no real weaknesses. When encountering such a monster, the only way to defeat it is through sheer strength.

There's not much room for shortcuts!

"it is good!"

"Young Master Zhou's skill in controlling beasts is indeed quite impressive!"

Upon hearing Zhou Ling's words, Chen Zhenglei's face lit up with joy.

Having followed him for many years, he naturally knew the situation perfectly well.

The limits of bloodline and the difficulty in controlling it are indeed two weaknesses.

The fact that Zhou Ling was able to understand the situation of the Azure Scaled Eagle in such a short time suggests that his beast-taming skill is probably not far from that of a fourth-level beast tamer.

His gaze then turned to City Lord Qi, saying, "City Lord Qi, let's proceed as Zhou Ling suggested earlier and arrange to deal with those fourth-tier demonic beasts!"

"Yes, Senior Chen!"

Lord Qi bowed and replied.

Chen Zhenglei nodded, his gaze sweeping over everyone, and said solemnly, "If we can defeat the demon beast this time..."

"Not only will everyone here receive a large amount of Dao Alliance military merits, but you will also have the opportunity to purchase breakthrough pills such as Nascent Soul Pill and Divine Breaking Pill. Whenever you need them, the Dao Alliance will prioritize selling them to you if it has them."

"If any of you perish in this battle, the Dao Alliance will provide double compensation and protect your family. All military merits will go to the clansmen you designate!"

"Also, tell all the cultivators in the family that in this battle, the military merits for killing demonic beasts will be doubled!"

Chen Zhenglei believed that the time for a decisive battle against the monsters had come.

Therefore, before the monsters launch another attack, everyone should be given a boost of morale to fully unleash their fighting power.

Sure enough, upon hearing this, everyone present was immediately intrigued and expressed their determination to do their utmost to kill the monster.

After all, these Nascent Soul cultivators are mostly from the western region of the Qingyang Immortal Domain, and it is their duty to prevent demonic beasts from breaking through Anyang Immortal City.

Nowadays, let alone the best Nascent Soul Pills, even the Golden Jade Rejuvenation Pills that assist in the Golden Core tribulation are extremely rare on the market.

The primary method is to obtain it through the Dao Alliance.

However, the Dao Alliance also distributes pills based on the grade of each immortal city and its contribution to the Dao Alliance.

Of course, if this immortal city has its own high-level alchemists, that's a different story.

The only way for aristocratic cultivators and independent cultivators living in the Immortal City to obtain high-level tribulation-crossing pills is through military merits and exchanges with the Dao Alliance.

In addition, they may appear at some high-end auctions, but the prices are simply unaffordable for ordinary cultivators.

Such a system is actually quite unfriendly to independent cultivators.

But there is nothing we can do.

Today, the Dao Alliance encourages cultivators to participate in realm expansion, seek more resources, and earn military merits to establish their own families.

Once a rogue cultivator reaches the Golden Core realm, if they want to go further, they can only try to enter the Dao Alliance's system or become a guest elder of a powerful family, thus having a chance to obtain high-level breakthrough pills.

Otherwise, it will be difficult to have a chance to go further.

Subsequently, following Zhou Ling's instructions and considering the attributes of the Nascent Soul cultivators present, City Lord Qi arranged for paired demonic beasts.

However, the last seven demonic beasts did not have any obvious weaknesses. For demonic beasts like the Blood Ape, which relied on strength and had extremely amazing defense, the only option was to fight them head-on.

"Dean Gong, we can only use the Heavenly Gate Sword Light Formation to trap the four fourth-tier demonic beasts for now."

"what do you think?"

In the end, Lord Qi had no other choice but to discuss the matter with Dean Gong.

Upon hearing this, Dean Gong frowned slightly, looked at Zhou Ling, and asked, "What do you think?"

What is the actual power of the Heavenly Gate Sword Light Formation?

She wasn't entirely sure either.

Dealing with a three-headed, fourth-tier monster is already quite difficult.

Currently, Qi City mainly needs to assign four fourth-tier demonic beasts, which is too difficult.

She naturally didn't dare to agree easily.

After all, those who set up the magic array were all Golden Core sword cultivators.

But now, Lord Qi's arrangement is a choice he has no other option but to make.

After all, the sword formation can hold back the demonic beasts.

If others defeat the monster, they can come to help.

Zhou Ling hadn't expected that Dean Gong, who was usually decisive, would ask him this question at such a crucial moment. He was also aware of the current situation.

Fortunately, among these four demonic beasts was the Golden Horned Beast.

He already has a good way to deal with the Golden Horned Beast.

With the help of the Spirit Flame and the Golden Fire Crow, even if we can't kill it, trapping it won't be a problem.

He immediately nodded and said, "I can handle this golden-horned beast on my own!"

"You want to deal with a fourth-tier monster all by yourself?"

Upon hearing this, Dean Gong frowned.

Her purpose in bringing Zhou Ling to Anyang Immortal City was simply to train him; she didn't want him to take too many risks.

Having spent over a year with Zhou Ling, she has come to understand his personality.

They wouldn't make a promise without reason; if they agreed, they must have some confidence in it.

The other Nascent Soul cultivators looked at him with equal surprise upon hearing this.

For a Foundation Establishment cultivator to forge a fourth-tier treasure weapon, especially a third-tier beast tamer, was already quite astonishing.

But if Zhou Ling can also deal with fourth-tier demonic beasts, that would be terrifying!

"This is no laughing matter!"

Looking at Zhou Ling, City Lord Qi spoke solemnly.

He absolutely did not believe that Zhou Ling could deal with a fourth-order demon beast.

After all, it's hard for anyone to believe that a Foundation Establishment cultivator would say he can deal with a Nascent Soul cultivator!
"Rest assured, Lord Qi, I have other methods to deal with the Golden Horned Beast!"

Zhou Ling nodded in reply.

In his view, the power of the Five Elements Spirit Flame was enough to deal with the Golden Horned Beast, but with the addition of the Golden Fire Crow, the chances of victory would be even greater.

"Alright, then the match will be arranged like this!"

Upon hearing this, City Lord Qi spoke solemnly.

After all, Zhou Ling is also an official, so he wouldn't be so eager for quick success.

Moreover, since Zhou Ling arrived in Anyang Immortal City, he, who was originally clueless about dealing with demonic beasts, is now arranging things in an orderly manner according to Zhou Ling's methods.

Therefore, he still trusted Zhou Ling.

With this arrangement, coupled with double the military merit rewards, the Nascent Soul cultivators were in high spirits.

After reaching an agreement, City Lord Qi distributed pills to everyone to ensure they were in top condition before the great battle.

After receiving the elixir, the people bid farewell and left.

Of course, some people followed Zhou Ling to his courtyard to inquire about their specific experiences with the monsters.

Zhou Ling naturally provided a detailed explanation.

After all, this not only concerns the entire battle situation, but also represents a favor to him.

These people are all Nascent Soul cultivators.

A person in power will inevitably need to use magical artifacts in the future.

With this favor, a basis for cooperation is established.

"Zhou Ling, are you scared?"

After everyone had left, Dean Gong asked softly.

Even with her peak Golden Core cultivation, she couldn't guarantee she'd survive the upcoming battle.

"I'm scared, of course I'm scared!"

"But given the current situation, we have no other choice!"

"Once the demonic beasts breach Anyang Immortal City, Qingyun Immortal City will also be in danger!"

Zhou Ling said with an air of righteous indignation.

With the [Crisis Prediction] talent, no crisis has been detected yet, so the situation shouldn't be that bad.

Of course, protecting Qingyun Immortal City is also his duty, since his whole family is now in Qingyun Immortal City.

However, if Anyang Immortal City is breached, he will have no choice but to lead his family to Qingyang Immortal City.

"At your age, I'm worried that you have too little practical experience, which will be detrimental to your sword intent in the future."

"But this time the opponent is four fourth-tier demonic beasts, whose strength is far beyond my expectations."

Looking at Zhou Ling, Dean Gong seemed to have some inexplicable emotion and spoke up.

She seemed to be showing concern for Zhou Ling, but she also knew in her heart that a sword cultivator must go through such life-and-death trials to grow up.

It is impossible to reach the pinnacle of swordsmanship through cultivation alone.

She was also quite depressed. Ever since she cultivated with Zhou Ling in the Sword Shadow Jade, she had felt a strange feeling about him.

I originally regarded him as a disciple with extremely high talent, but now I often feel inexplicable emotions.

My heart sometimes races for no reason!
This is something she herself can't understand.

"Dean, don't worry about me!"

You should be careful too!

Zhou Ling smiled.

"Ok!"

Dean Gong nodded. "If anything happens to me this time, all the military merits I've accumulated during this period will be transferred to your name."

"Transfer to my name?"

Hearing this, Zhou Ling was even more stunned. Only then did he realize that he had never known anything about Dean Gong's background.

I always thought that someone who could reach the position of dean must have an extraordinary background and must come from a prominent family.

So Dean Gong's words left him momentarily speechless.

However, he quickly shook his head and smiled, "Dean, don't worry, with me here, you'll be fine!"

"Ok!"

Dean Gong picked up his teacup, took a sip, and calmed himself down.

She would have scoffed at anyone else saying that, but Zhou Ling's words deeply moved her!

(End of this chapter)