Dual Cultivation: Beasts and Women!

Chapter 93 - 93: Hunt

'There is no established conversion factor for different Arcane Crystals. However, a crystal of the same grade but higher quality should possess a magical potency that is approximately double that of a crystal one step lower in quality.'

Liam had a distinct feeling when he analyzed the two types of crystals, something he hadn't come across in any book. He knew well that there wasn't a set conversion for crystals of different classifications. Besides, the crystals could be distinguished by the prevalent types of elements found in them, adding another aspect to be considered in the "exchange".

'If I can get about 30 King-grade crystals of the High-level, I probably won't have to gather 60 Middle-level ones as the mission asks of me.'

He did the math, figuring out the minimum he would have to hunt to fulfill his mission for this month and the next.

However, besides hunting crystals to fulfill his mission with the sect, he had a personal motive to collect some crystals for himself. It was the most effective way to aid Thal'Korr in his qualitative evolution. Getting crystals of Ancestor-grade, specifically those of the Low-level, could assist him in achieving his goal.

However, he wanted to hunt for this type of crystal last. Although the grade of the crystal had no relation to the cultivation level of the beast, normally beasts with better crystals cultivated faster and were therefore stronger. Not only that, even a low-level beast with high-quality crystals would have higher combat potentials than the opponents he had already faced.

'I'll continue my hunt for Shadowclaw hyenas. As much as they don't have high-grade crystals, I'm already inside their territory and I'll certainly encounter other fools like the Thunderwings from earlier.' He made up his mind as he moved through the woods, ignoring the breeze blowing his hair in the early evening.

'I'll hunt three more groups and then find a place to spend the night. The most active time for beasts is usually at night, while for Spirit Masters, this is the worst time. However, I have the powers of a Shadowfiend. I'm much stronger in the dark.' Liam looked back as he narrowed his eyes and clenched his fists.

All he saw was a short patch of woodland, with several large trees and then darkness. Even so, he could almost see the silhouettes of his enemies, who weren't there now, but he was sure they were chasing him.

If he was going to face enemies in this place, he would definitely prefer to do it at night!

...

As three more hours passed into the night, the familiar chill of this region enveloped the sprawling Demon Gate forest. Slowly, nocturnal creatures emerged from their secluded spots, venturing out in

...

Close to midnight, Liam was finishing killing his 28th opponent of the day, sweating as he dealt his last blow of the battle.

Swooish!

His sword moved through the air, slashing diagonally until it reached the chest of the brown-furred bear in front of him. It cut through the creature's already wounded chest, making it groan in pain.

As he saw the creature's enormous mouth, with teeth as big as grown men's fingers, Liam didn't miss the chance to land a follow-up blow, plunging his dagger into the enemy's most gaping wound.

His dagger flew like an arrow, reaching the bear's body and penetrating 15 centimeters before stopping.

At that moment, the bear stopped screaming and fell backwards in that area where five other bodies were lying, all of them the bodies of hyena Shadowclaws.

For a moment, Liam stopped to observe the creature, 30 seconds later feeling the enemy's heart stop beating, while the bear's body became wet in its own pool of blood.

'You were the toughest opponent of the night.'

He opened his mouth and took a deep breath. Liam could feel his heart beating hard as he looked at his left arm, where a burning wound from the bear's claws was located.

'I still have 60% of my mana... I have to stop to recover and get some rest. Enemies should be close to me. I can't risk any more than I already have.'

He hurried over to the corpses in this area.

Having collected several crystals over the last few hours, Liam was more agile at ripping these special organs out of hyena bodies, quickly collecting the 5 King-grade, Middle-level crystals. He also collected the teeth and claws of these creatures.

Finally, he removed what was most valuable and what he could take with him from the bear.

At that moment, however, he paused his movements and looked back, having just heard a footstep coming towards him.

Then, three Spirits rushed towards him, their footsteps echoing through the area mixed with barren rocks and undergrowth.