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"Doesn't Lin'er want to inherit the family business?"
Lin Ye shook his head.
"The subtle differences between these two identities have very different impacts on the outside world."
“If I were to acknowledge you as my godmother, in a sense, this would be an act of actively weakening the legitimacy of the succession to the Demon Emperor Mountain, and the Crown Prince could use this as an excuse to attack me.”
“I don’t care about the inheritance rights, but I’m worried about you.”
“Because I am the ‘youngest son of the Demon Emperor,’ and you have no offspring, and for the reasons mentioned above, if we become mother and son, many cultivators would naturally assume that you took me in as your adopted son.”
"In this way, outsiders will inevitably think that you want to use this matter to extend your reach to the imperial power of Demon Emperor Mountain!"
"Other major powers on the four continents will also be on high alert as a result."
"After all, how could they know... that this matter could be accomplished because you particularly like me?"
The Lord of the Great Wilderness shifted his body shyly, blinking his large golden eyes.
"This matter does seem to be somewhat troublesome!"
Lin Ye nodded: "Therefore, we need to make it clear to the outside world that I took the initiative to seek cooperation with you."
"Since we are master and disciple, there is no issue of affecting my right to inherit the Demon Emperor Mountain. It is perfectly reasonable for me to become your disciple and seek your protection while I am wanted by the authorities."
"With just a little more attention to detail, we can eliminate any unnecessary vigilance from the outside world."
"As you just said, many Mahayana cultivators harbor resentment towards the Great Wilderness forces."
"If my actions cause cultivators from the four continents to become more wary of you, I would be extremely unwilling," Lin Ye said, clasping his hands in a fist salute. "Privately, my heart will not waver in the slightest!"
"Lin'er..."
The Lord of the Great Wilderness was somewhat moved.
The things Lin'er was analyzing were like a sharp knife pointing directly at himself, highlighting some drawbacks of taking him as her godson that she hadn't considered!
Moreover, it would cause him to lose his right to inherit the Great Wilderness!
This shows his sincere and devoted heart.
Lin Ye thought to himself, 'As I was talking, I remembered that in the original history, the Void God Realm would soon be spread out by the Lord of the Great Wilderness. I don't want to interfere with that.'
As for the inheritance rights, it ultimately depends on her wishes; I don't need to worry about it.
Lin Ye smiled and said, "When I become strong enough, I won't be afraid of outside controversy. It won't be too late to become your mother then."
"Okay, whatever you say."
"In my heart... Lin'er is already my precious baby!"
The Lord of the Great Wilderness relaxed his brows, tilted his small face up close, and looked at Lin Ye with a smile in his eyes.
Chapter 113 The Second Miniature Golden Core!
The High Tower Palace.
Lin Ye embraced the Lord of the Great Wilderness, the distance between them almost too close, their bodies exuding a delicate fragrance.
Lin Ye sat upright, his mind calm, and began to consult with the Lord of the Great Wilderness about some extremely important matters.
First, why can't the Lord of the Great Wilderness become an immortal?
Will this match the rumors circulating outside...?
He didn't dare to ask.
Today is a joyous day, so let's not talk about that.
As cautious as Lin Ye was, he naturally chose to ask about this matter at a better time later.
"Master, what is your bloodline?" Lin Ye asked. "I've always been curious..."
It is not recorded in historical books!
"It's Qilin."
The Lord of the Great Wilderness pointed to the large black horns on his head.
"It's a black Qilin. My ancestor was all black."
"So it's an earth-elemental sacred beast! As expected of Master!"
"Haha, Lin'er's bloodline isn't bad either~"
Lin Ye was suddenly stunned.
Isn't the Qilin a benevolent beast?
As a benevolent beast, the Qilin is said to be reluctant to trample on grass or insects when it moves.
Lin Ye looked again at the overwhelming karma hidden in the Great Wilderness Lord's hair. This... doesn't seem like it!
He fell into deep thought. His rebellious style of behavior—was it related to the reason the Lord of the Great Wilderness couldn't become an immortal...?
Or is it that Master's bloodline, being that of a black Qilin, inherently lacks the attributes of a benevolent beast?
"Lin'er," the Lord of the Great Wilderness said with a smile, "If you have any questions about cultivation, feel free to ask me."
Lin Ye put aside his distracting thoughts and quickly said, "Master, I've encountered a huge problem!"
As he spoke, Lin Ye grabbed the Great Wilderness Lord's wrist and pressed the back of her hand against his stomach, letting her feel the presence of the miniature golden core.
Immediately, Lin Ye voiced his doubts.
How can a miniature Golden Core be upgraded to a miniature Nascent Soul?
Lin Ye consumed a lot of spiritual materials and pills for the Golden Core stage to bring the spiritual energy quality of the miniature Golden Core to its peak, but its size was still only at its smallest state, and it could not form a Nascent Soul in this state.
After listening to Lin Ye's questions about cultivation, the Lord of the Great Wilderness was quite surprised and turned around to touch Lin Ye's stomach.
"There are such cultivators in the world, so special. My son is truly amazing."
Lin Ye was somewhat embarrassed. "Master, could you please stop touching me like that?" But he hesitated and dared not express his opinion.
"Let me think... um..."
The Lord of the Great Wilderness pondered, while Lin Ye waited silently, a little flustered in his heart.
If even the Lord of the Great Wilderness doesn't understand.
It's unlikely that anyone in the mortal realm can teach him the way forward on this path!
"Lin'er, I understand now. You progressed from the ninth level of Qi Refining to your current state, right?"
Lin Ye nodded: "Yes, Master."
"Then I judge that you are now equivalent to the Foundation Establishment stage, Lin'er. You can't think of it as you having simply moved from the ninth level of Qi Refining to your current state."
"Lin'er's current realm is equivalent to the first level of Foundation Establishment, or perhaps it should be called the first level of the Lesser Golden Core Realm. You have done the right thing so far. Once you start to expand your Golden Core, you may eventually only become an ordinary Golden Core cultivator!"
"Your next step is to condense a second minor golden core!"
"Thus, I have entered the second level of the Lesser Golden Core stage!"
The Lord of the Great Wilderness had piercing eyes.
Lin Ye felt as if he had been struck by lightning: There could be a second Golden Core!
"Lin'er was harmed by her brother and fell to the Qi Refining stage? Now that she has stepped into this special realm, it is a blessing in disguise."
Lin Ye was still pondering: The reason he couldn't condense his nascent soul was because he hadn't reached that stage yet, since he was only at the first level of a major realm!
He exclaimed in delight, "Master's eyesight is so sharp, it's amazing!"
"Alas, it's a pity that I haven't even reached the tenth level of Qi Refining yet, but I've already formed the Golden Core."
Suddenly remembering this, Lin Ye felt a little lost.
I've never even tried the tenth level of Qi Refining in ten lifetimes.
There's no chance this time either.
"Lin'er, there's no need to despair," the Lord of the Great Wilderness encouraged. "Just make up for the tenth level of Qi Refining. After you reach the ninth level of the Lesser Golden Core stage, you can try to form your tenth Golden Core!"
"Then, the ten golden cores transformed into ten miniature nascent souls!"
"At this point, your cultivation level is nominally equivalent to the Golden Core stage, but in reality, it is far superior."
"In the miniature Nascent Soul stage, each level of advancement should involve strengthening a small Nascent Soul to its maximum."
"As for the methods of strengthening, each Nascent Soul cultivator can have different approaches, such as Nascent Soul cultivators inscribing divine abilities or worshipping a deity of consciousness..."
"Huh? Doesn't this mean that Lin'er, you can experience the 'Tenth Level of Qi Refining' at every stage, giving you an extra small stage compared to others?"
The Lord of the Great Wilderness was overjoyed, and the more he thought about it, the more he felt that Lin Ye's rare path was indeed amazing!
But it's not an easy journey either.
I need to accompany and teach them throughout the process.
"Lin'er, remember to come see me before and after each breakthrough."
"Let me join in the fun!"
The Lord of the Great Wilderness seemed to have spotted some precious treasure. A smile welled up in her watery eyes as she raised her hand and poked Lin Ye's nose: "As long as I'm alive, I will definitely make you succeed."
Lin Ye was taken aback for a moment, then said, "Master, I have met the requirements for advancement. I will now try to condense a second miniature golden core..."
"Okay, let's go!"
The Lord of the Great Wilderness, swinging his small feet like a lively little deer leaping across a stream, excitedly patted Lin Ye's thigh: "Let's begin, I'll be watching up close from this VIP seat!"
This means...
Should we maintain this posture to break through?
No!
Lin Ye was startled.
As cultivators who specialize in both primary and secondary cultivation, there are some unspeakable difficulties they face when breaking through to higher levels.
The flow of spiritual energy during a breakthrough will cause changes in the body! As if symbolizing a cultivation school, it proudly raises its head.
Under normal circumstances, it's fine. After all, a close relationship where even the appearance of a breakthrough can be seen by others is usually a Daoist couple for dual cultivators.
Lin Ye broke out in a cold sweat.
I can't explain that!
He was about to get up when the Lord of the Great Wilderness, impatient as ever, had already nimbly probed in with his spiritual energy!
The Lord of the Great Wilderness controlled the spiritual energy with extreme precision, transforming it into at least tens of millions of fine twigs that moved freely within Lin Ye's body.
This spiritual energy structure is actually very similar to dual cultivation, except that Lin Ye's spiritual energy is not present in this part of her body.
The second miniature golden core has begun to condense!
Lin Ye's face turned pale, and his whole body stiffened.
"Lin'er... what's wrong? Focus on your breakthrough and breathe in rhythm with me!"
"Yes, Master."
Lin Ye was at a loss.
I will endure!
Hold it in!
Unfortunately, his bonds don't really listen to him.
"what?"
'What is this?' the Lord of the Great Wilderness wondered, twisting his body in confusion.
Lin Ye was at a critical juncture in his breakthrough, unable to speak, his face as white as paper.
Immediately, the little emperor in her arms became somewhat flustered, a blush rising to his cheeks, his bright golden eyes not daring to blink.
Looking up, Lin Ye's face was extremely pale, and it was clear that he hadn't done it on purpose.
The Great Wilderness Lord's delicate lips trembled.
It's all my fault for being too impatient...