How could someone as well-behaved as Sister Yue possibly be a playboy?

"Yes, don't underestimate me just because I'm only a second-grade alchemist. I believe I can definitely become a great alchemist in the future!" The girl's words were full of confidence and certainty.

It sounded arrogant, but judging from her serious expression and clear, gentle voice, she didn't seem boastful.

On the contrary, I found it strangely cute.

"Oh, is it so?"

"Mmm! I'll repay your kindness once I become a great alchemist!" Ye Yueyue blinked, painting him a big, round promise.

Before he could finish speaking, the man in black turned and left.

His soft laughter could be faintly heard on the wind.

What do you mean? You don't believe me?

Ye Yueyue pursed her lips and hurriedly followed.

The man disappeared shortly afterward, and she walked around the area but couldn't find him anywhere.

The surroundings were empty, with only the occasional breeze blowing by. In front of her was only a grove of trees. After thinking for a moment, Ye Yueyue went in anyway.

Lengmo is temporarily unavailable, and Lingshi said he doesn't know when they'll be able to find someone to help.

Rather than relying on others, it's better to just fend for yourself.

With the Rakshasa Palace's dogs relentlessly pursuing her behind her, and an unknown road ahead, Ye Yueyue fell into a rare moment of silence.

Why is the path of cultivation so difficult... If she had known, she wouldn't have tried to snatch this Kun. It's useless and has only angered a bunch of mad dogs for no reason.

Ye Yueyue sighed.

"You're useless! I'm pretty amazing, okay?!" Xiao Kun's dissatisfied voice echoed in my mind, filled with strong protest.

【Oh】

【Oh, what does that mean?】

Of course, it's because I forgot to block it.

After forming a contract, the spirit pet and the beast tamer become connected in spirit. Unless the contract is broken or one party blocks the connection, they can hear each other's thoughts.

Forget it, it doesn’t matter.

Ye Yueyue ignored Xiao Kun's displeasure and carefully observed her surroundings. The woods became much quieter after she entered, and the temperature was also relatively lower.

The woods were thick with vines, and the path underfoot was covered with thorns and difficult to walk on. From time to time, rustling sounds could be heard from the hidden bushes around.

It sounds like an animal sound?

Thinking of this, she had a sudden inspiration and released the treasure-hunting rat.

The fluffy gray treasure-hunting mouse lay in my palm, shaking its body and struggling to get down.

Ye Yueyue used her sword to cut down the surrounding thorns and vines and placed it on the open ground.

The treasure-hunting rat in her mind seemed very excited, wagging its tail and running off. She was a little puzzled, but she followed it anyway.

There doesn't look like there's anything good around here.

The spiritual energy was quite abundant. If it weren't for the relentless pursuit of the Rakshasa Palace behind her, Ye Yueyue would have loved to sit down and cultivate properly for a while.

Just as she was lost in thought, a dark shadow flashed before her eyes, and at the same time, the treasure-hunting rat at her feet squeaked, becoming increasingly excited.

?

Ye Yueyue immediately looked up.

However, the dark shadow vanished in a flash, its speed astonishing, making it impossible to discern what it was.

The only thing they knew was that the other party was a small demon beast.

Once she found out what it was, Ye Yueyue wasn't so nervous anymore. She wondered why the treasure-hunting rat was so excited.

As they continued forward, the dense trees around them thinned out, and a small cave came into view, only about half their height.

Meanwhile, the treasure-hunting rats were squeaking outside the cave.

Just as Ye Yueyue was hesitating whether to abandon everything and go inside, the same "squeaking" sound came from inside the cave.

A moment later, a dark figure darted in front of them.

This time it stopped and stood in front of the treasure-hunting rat, a dark golden rat with round, bright eyes.

The treasure-hunting mouse squeaked twice at it: "Squeak...!"

"squeak!"

So happy, did you meet someone from your own kind?

Ye Yueyue didn't know what the two mice had communicated, and instead remained silent.

The treasure-hunting rat moved slightly, approaching the dark golden rat. They squeaked for a while, then walked right up to the rat.

"Squeak..."

The treasure-hunting mouse let out a squeak, feeling somewhat happy.

The dark golden rat didn't speak, it just stared straight at him.

Seeing that Ye Yueyue remained motionless, the treasure-hunting rat grew anxious and made urgent squeaking noises beside her.

?

At this moment, she suddenly realized how good Xiao Kun was. Although he was a bit blunt, at least there was no barrier to communication between them.

They just don't want to communicate.

What do you mean by this, woman? I gave birth to...

By unilaterally silencing Xiao Kun's furious voice, Ye Yueyue watched as the treasure-hunting rat would run up to her one moment and stand beside its kin the next.

After going back and forth a few times, Ye Yueyue had a sudden inspiration.

Is he going to follow her?

"Would you like to come with us?" She picked up the treasure-hunting mouse and placed it in her palm.

Upon hearing this, the treasure-hunting mouse's mood changed from agitation to excitement and joy.

The dark golden rat didn't speak, its big, round eyes darting around as it stared at her. Then it moved closer, moving towards her.

A few breaths later, the light circle shone on the two of them for a moment, and the contract was formed!

Since the Dark Gold Rat did not resist, this contract was made faster than before.

"Squeak!" came the happy sound of the treasure-hunting mouse.

After the Dark Gold Rat successfully signed the contract, it stood next to the Treasure-Seeking Rat. The two rats were squeaking at each other when the Dark Gold Rat returned to its burrow.

The treasure-hunting rat followed them inside.

Only Ye Yueyue remained where she was. Seeing her master still standing there, the treasure-hunting rat turned around and squeaked twice at her.

It means she needs to keep up.

Looking at the cave that was half a person high in front of her, Ye Yueyue's lips twitched.

……

After passing through the narrow opening, we entered the cave. The space inside was surprisingly large, and the height was just enough to accommodate one person.

Ye Yueyue's bent back finally straightened, and the moment she stood up, she felt she had regained her confidence.

The cave was dark and somewhat damp.

She heard the sound of dripping water, and the spiritual energy here was abundant. She lit a flame in her hand, and the light streaked across the air.

The pitch-black cave was suddenly revealed.

"hiss……"

What comes into view is the mountain spring that keeps dripping in the center, and several spiritual plants grow around it, one of which is the Ice Spirit Grass!

Ice Spirit Grass, as the name suggests.

Spiritual plants related to ice spiritual roots are beneficial to cultivation, but only effective for ice spiritual roots.

Why isn't it Fire Spirit Grass?

Fine, I'll sell it for money.

The snow-white branches swayed in the wind, covered with a fine layer of frost, which looked quite pleasing. Spring water occasionally dripped onto the spiritual plant.

The surrounding grass was soaked.

A lush, verdant landscape, brimming with boundless vitality.

In contrast, the outer grass was not as moist and looked no different from the grass outside.

That mountain spring water is a wonderful thing!

Ye Yueyue's eyes lit up, and she immediately uprooted the Ice Spirit Grass from the ground and transplanted it into her space. Adhering to the principle of not wasting anything, she also took all the other spiritual plants into her possession.

Then, she turned her attention to the mountain spring.

As soon as I took two steps closer, I felt a surge of spiritual energy wash over me.

Suddenly, a drop of water landed on the back of her hand. The cool sensation made her gasp, as a rich spiritual energy washed over her.

It opens up all the pores of your body, making you feel relaxed and comfortable.

Ye Yueyue instantly felt her cultivation level loosen up a bit. Suppressing her joy, she quickly took out a basin, placed it on the ground, and caught the slowly dripping spring water.

She looked up at the tiny spring in the rock face, where the water dripped very slowly, about once every few minutes.