Chapter Twenty-Three: Soothing Spell, Fireball Spell

"Ten spirit talismans and five spirit pills. Among the talismans, there are five spirit-reviving talismans, two lightness talismans, two protective talismans, and one ice talisman. The spirit pills include the Recovery Pill, Vitality Creation Pill, Detox Pill, Vital Energy Pill, and Yellow Spirit Pill... altogether, they are worth at least twenty to thirty low-grade spirit stones." Zhou Changwang counted the talismans and pills. The spirit-reviving talismans were the most numerous, with five of them, each worth one low-grade spirit stone, and they were very useful for restoring focus during cultivation, allowing for extended practice time. They were just what he needed.

The lightness talisman, as its name suggests, allows one to move with the grace of a swallow, while the protective talisman, when activated, creates a barrier of spirit energy around the practitioner, providing a certain level of protection. These, too, cost one low-grade spirit stone each. The ice talisman, when activated, could summon a blast of ice to attack an enemy, making it a rare offensive talisman. It was priced at three low-grade spirit stones.

As for the five spirit pills, most only had a few left, including five Recovery Pills, three Vitality Creation Pills, one Detox Pill, three Vital Energy Pills, and two Yellow Spirit Pills... a true reflection of a scattered cultivator's characteristics, as few would buy entire bottles when spirit stones were limited. Of course, they could have been used up.

"Next, there are these three jade slip eyes. I wonder what techniques are recorded within." Zhou Changwang was most eager about these three jade slip eyes. He solemnly picked one up and placed it against his forehead; a stream of information surged into his mind. "The Breath Control Technique?" Zhou Changwang was taken aback, feeling a twinge of disappointment. This technique was similar to his Five Elements Technique, both being fundamental cultivation methods that were not superior to the Five Elements Technique. It was simply a non-attribute skill suitable for the majority, often the first choice for many scattered cultivators in their early stages. However, since he was currently cultivating the most suitable Five Elements Technique for himself, he had no need to change techniques unless he advanced to the next stage: Foundation Establishment! Or if a more advanced technique became available.

He continued to pick up the second and then the third jade slip eye. Two streams of information immediately surged within him. "Soothing Technique, Fireball Technique."

Zhou Changwang felt a surge of joy. Both were new spells perfectly suited for his cultivation needs. He was aware that the Soothing Technique was the preferred spell for taming spirit beasts, allowing one to calm them from a state of rage to avoid harm. After all, many spirit beasts were essentially demon beasts, particularly larger ones like the horned bull and tusked pig, known for their volatile and impulsive natures. A careless handler could provoke them into rampaging. With the Soothing Technique, he could manage their emotions and bring them to tranquility, making them easier to tame. This spell was akin to beast control magic, with the corresponding skill being the Taming Technique, which was far more sophisticated, capable of directly taming demon beasts into spirit beasts suitable for cultivation.

Naturally, the transition from taming a demon beast to mass breeding spirit beasts was a long and complex process, requiring thousands of spirit stones... It was precisely because of the immense initial costs of raising spirit beasts that Zhou Changwang's father had sent him to the Spirit Plant Hall instead of the Beast Control Workshop.

"And this Fireball Technique is also quite decent. It is an offensive spell that can enhance my attack methods." Overall, Zhou Changwang felt quite satisfied. The Soothing Technique might not be immediately useful, but it offered him another option. Perhaps he could buy one or two spirit beast cubs to raise? The Fireball Technique would definitely enhance his offensive capabilities, providing greater assurance of safety.

"These two spells are priced outside, with the Soothing Technique at ten low-grade spirit stones and the Fireball Technique at five. Not bad, not bad, I've saved some money." Zhou Changwang was pleased. He quickly stored away these items, hiding them in the underground chamber beneath his bed. This chamber had been suggested by his father when they rented the house, and it took a month to dig out.

The underground chamber was not large and contained some miscellaneous items, but accommodating the three large boxes was not a problem. After emerging from the chamber, Zhou Changwang regained his composure. In his wandering thoughts, he thought of his father. His feelings toward his father were quite complex.

In fact, he viewed his father as a figure of great ambition. Coming from a common farming background, he had seized an opportunity to learn martial arts and had risen to the pinnacle of his path, ultimately becoming the martial arts leader of a nation, showcasing exceptional martial skills. Even after entering the world of cultivation, he adapted quickly and took root without issues. However, lacking a spiritual root was a lifelong regret, so he turned his focus to the next generation, carefully approaching a female cultivator and nurturing her back to health when she was injured, ultimately winning her affection, which led to Zhou Changwang's birth.

But sadly, his mother had suffered severe injuries; she passed away shortly after giving birth to him due to a hidden ailment. His father, an ordinary mortal, had faced unimaginable hardships caring for a child in a place like Phoenix Sound Market, filled with cultivators. The fact that his father had raised him and managed to provide a living showed his remarkable capabilities.

Even though he was a reincarnated soul with all memories integrated, the moment he heard that his father might already be dead, he felt momentarily lost. "Tomorrow, I will investigate further. Regardless, I need to have definite news." Zhou Changwang steadied his mind and made a decision. He then took out the three spirit rice seeds and began to cast growth spells. After dozens of spells, there was still no change in the seeds, but Zhou Changwang was unfazed and soon sat down on his bed to practice.

However, this time, he did not directly enter a meditative state to practice the Five Elements Technique; instead, he pulled out a pill bottle from his pocket. Inside was the Vital Energy Pill. The Vital Energy Pill was a spirit pill that could aid a practitioner’s cultivation, especially effective for low-level cultivators like him. Although all medicines have some toxicity, it was nothing compared to the benefits of cultivation. He had not been able to afford it before; a bottle cost twenty low-grade spirit stones, and each pill sold separately was three stones. Now, with this unexpected gain, he couldn't resist trying one. Opening the pill bottle, he poured one out without hesitation and swallowed it whole.