A Mortal's Journey to Immortality: Wang Yu Transmigrates into a Book, the Dao Ancestor of Rein

Chapter 59 If you can't afford to buy, then rent.
"Take a few spirit beasts with you? No way, no way." Han Li waved his hands repeatedly: "I can't afford it, I can't afford it."

"Even if you lend me money, Uncle, I don't want to waste two or three thousand spirit stones on a few level 1 demon beasts."

That's two or three thousand spirit stones, not twenty or thirty.

With that spare money, wouldn't it be better for him to buy two rare magical artifacts and some mid-level talismans to protect himself? The effect would be even greater and better than the protection provided by three or five level 1 demonic beasts.

Dong Xuan'er rolled her eyes at this:
"Fool, I'm not telling you to buy, I'm telling you to rent."

Was she really going to throw two or three thousand spirit stones at a few level 1 monsters that had absolutely no potential? She wasn't that generous.

"Rent?"

Han Li blinked, looking puzzled:
"That's not right, Uncle-Master. Only Foundation Establishment cultivators in the sect can rent those top-tier level 1 spirit beasts. As a Qi Refining cultivator, I can only rent mid-to-high-tier spirit beasts."

In other words, he is not qualified to rent those top-tier level 1 spirit beasts.

The right to use it can only be obtained by purchasing it.

"Have you forgotten my current cultivation level?"

Dong Xuan'er pointed to herself.

"The initial stage of foundation building."

"That's right, your uncle is now a genuine Foundation Establishment cultivator." Even if he was just a newbie in the Foundation Establishment stage, his cultivation level and status were undeniable, and no one could question him.

"Does Martial Uncle mean that, on the surface, you rent spirit beasts from the sect as a Foundation Establishment cultivator, and then secretly sublet them to me? Is that what you mean?" Han Li asked with a somewhat surprised expression.

Upon hearing this, Dong Xuan'er nodded affirmatively, her smile quite sly:
"Yep."

Then, amidst Han Li's slightly agape surprise and complex gaze, a bright smile gradually appeared on her face:

"How about that? Your uncle-master is still pretty clever, isn't he?"

Seeing Dong Xuan'er's little bit of smugness, Han Li felt a mix of indescribable emotions.

Dong Xuan'er's actions did not violate the Qilin Pavilion's rules for renting spirit beasts. However, if a Foundation Establishment cultivator failed to return the rented spirit beast on time, the rental fee would continue to accrue. If the rented spirit beast was damaged, the renter would also have to compensate for the cost of its treatment. If the rented spirit beast died, compensation would be required at the original price, and the rental fee for the entire rental period would still need to be paid as usual; it would not be included in the price of the spirit beast.

In other words, rent is actually a type of interest.

As the seller, Huangfeng Valley will never lose out.

Not only will the seller not lose out, but the real buyer, Han Li, will also not lose out.

The only one who will suffer is Dong Xuan'er, the "guarantor" in the middle.

If the spirit beasts die, especially since Han Li perished in the Crimson Forbidden Land, all the rented spirit beasts will be unable to return to Yellow Maple Valley alive. In that case, Dong Xuan'er will have to compensate the sect with the corresponding amount of spirit stones.

"Uncle-Master, you're doing this..."

Han Li opened his mouth, unsure of what words of thanks to say, or how to politely decline.

For some reason, he had a strange feeling of being looked after by the big sister.

That's right.

It's that feeling of following a big sister who takes care of him when he, the younger brother, encounters difficulties.

"Don't overthink it. I still have a lot of faith in you. Besides, they're just a few level 1 demonic beasts. Even if you leave them all in the forbidden area, I can find a way to catch a few more to compensate the Qilin Pavilion..."

Dong Xuan'er spoke with the air of a young lady from a wealthy family.

It's impossible for her to compensate with spirit stones.

Capturing a few level 1 monsters to appease the Qilin Pavilion is already a great favor.

"Choose one, pick the one you like..."

"it is good."

Han Li didn't mince words.

I will definitely repay you handsomely later.

...

Within the Qilin Pavilion of Yellow Maple Valley, the lower-tier level 1 demonic beasts mainly include Mountain-Pushing Beasts, Iron-Armed Apes, Ice Toads, Wind-Chasing Rabbits, Flame Rats, and Gold-Eating Rats, among others. They are numerous. Although only lower-tier demonic beasts, they possess low-level spells such as Stone Skin Technique and Ice Arrow Technique.

The mid-level level 1 creatures mainly include the Twin-Eyed Rat, Red Fox Beast, Wind Wolf, Pangolin, Mountain-Slapping Bear, and Flying Peacock, and there are quite a few of them.

The first-level high-ranking demonic beasts include more than forty kinds such as the Wind Howling Eagle, Three-Eyed Fire Wolf, Lightning Sable, Scorched Horned Deer, and Corrosive Earth Dragon, with a total number of only over five hundred.

There are over thirty types of top-tier level 1 demonic beasts, such as the Icefire Wolf, Giant Salamander, Saber-toothed Tiger, Golden Python, Wind-Riding Leopard, Azure Water Crocodile, and Jade Mantis, but their numbers are less than three hundred. This also includes dozens of Foundation Establishment cultivators from the sect who have entrusted their remains here.

This demonstrates its rarity.

Furthermore, comparing the demonic beasts within the forbidden area reveals that many of the spirit beasts raised by the Qilin Pavilion were originally species from the Crimson Forbidden Area. For example, the Icefire Wolf, Golden Python, Azure Crocodile, and Three-Eyed Fire Wolf are all major demonic beasts found within the Crimson Forbidden Area. This also shows that over the years, sect cultivators have specifically ventured into the forbidden area to bring out and cultivate the demonic beasts within.

"I need a high-attack type with extremely high attack power, preferably one that can relatively easily break through the leather armor defenses of those top-tier demonic beasts in the forbidden area..." Han Li began to filter based on his own situation.

Based on his needs, he initially selected five suitable options.

Each one is very unique.

They are among the best of the best among level 1 top-tier monsters.

Moreover, the strongest attack methods of these spirit beasts can threaten the vast majority of other demon beasts of the same level within the forbidden area.

"Junior Nephew Tong, does the Qilin Pavilion still have any of the above-mentioned spirit beasts available?"

Dong Xuan'er inquired with the sect disciple who was in charge of renting combat-type spirit beasts from the Qilin Pavilion.

"Reporting to Uncle-Master Dong, three of these top-tier spirit beasts are still available for rent," the disciple surnamed Tong, who appeared to be only fourteen or fifteen years old, replied respectfully.

The text also briefly introduces the characteristics and special abilities of the three spirit beasts:
"The giant salamander is over ten feet tall and extremely strong, with an astonishing bite force that can forcefully bite through even high-grade blunt magical artifacts. However, the giant salamander is a bit slower and less responsive compared to other demonic beasts of the same rank. There are two left in stock, each costing one low-grade spirit stone for rental every two days."

"Sabertooth tigers possess incredibly penetrating fangs; even the inner armor of a high-grade magic weapon can be instantly pierced by their fangs. Their long fur can resist mid-to-low-grade ice-attribute spells, and they are swift and agile. There are three in stock, and the rental price is the same as the former."

"The Jade Mantis, a metal-attribute demonic beast, possesses extremely sharp blades; its claws can even destroy high-grade magical artifacts. Its small size allows for easy concealment, making it exceptionally adept at jungle warfare. Crucially, it is both fast and agile, enabling it to defeat enemies by surprise. Only one remains in stock; the rental price is the same as the previous two..."

After introducing the three top-tier level 1 spirit beasts, the Qi Refining disciple surnamed Tong looked at Dong Xuan'er with hopeful eyes, hoping that this senior uncle could rent one or two so that he could earn some extra money.

In the end, Han Li decided on the Jade Mantis, which was small in size but could fly and hide, and was several times more lethal.

The main reason is the consideration of jungle warfare.

"Then let's get a level 1 top-tier Jade Mantis."

Dong Xuan'er looked at the Tong family members.

"How long do you plan to rent it, Uncle?"

"About four months."

Four months later, the Crimson Trial came to an end.

As for why it takes four more months of spirit stone rental, it's mainly to allow Han Li more time to interact with these spirit beasts and improve their understanding over three or four months.

How much can a beast tamer really know about a newly acquired spirit beast?
彼此如果不磨合一段时间，就不是1+1大于2了，而是1+1小于1了。

"Uncle-Master, please wait a moment, I'll go and take care of the formalities right away."

Upon learning that Uncle Dong had rented the spirit beast for four months, the Tong family youth was overjoyed.

How many spirit stones can I get from this order?

Renting a Jade Mantis for four months costs the senior apprentice 60 spirit stones. According to the Qilin Pavilion's "one-tenth cut" rule, wouldn't he receive a six-spirit-stone commission? That's an extra one and a half spirit stones per month.

My basic salary is one spirit stone per month, and now it's increased by one and a half.

More than doubled.

This handsome senior apprentice is truly a big client.

"Wait, I haven't finished choosing yet."

Dong Xuan'er smiled and waved her hand.

"what?!"

The young disciple was naturally even more excited.

...

Afterwards, based on his needs, Han Li selected a top-tier brute boar.

He needs top-tier demonic beasts with thick hides and tough flesh, preferably strong enough to withstand several attacks from the high-attack top-tier demonic beasts within the forbidden area without much harm. Only in this way can he hunt demons and gather spiritual herbs at his leisure.

The hyena boar perfectly fits the requirements, possessing the basic and advanced techniques of hardening, which can make its fur and body as hard as steel for a short time.

Not only is it thick-skinned and strong, but it also possesses two fangs that surpass those of ordinary high-level magic swords, as well as a powerful impact when running. On flat ground, once it accelerates and accelerates again, it's practically a train engine running at full speed.

"I also need something that is good at magic, so that it will be much easier to deal with those poisonous insects and scorpions. Therefore, spirit beasts that are good at magic are more useful."

Especially fire and ice types.

Therefore, he chose a top-tier Icefire Wolf.

(End of this chapter)