Chapter 902 - 474: Tribulation of the Golden Ape (Part 1)

Chapter 902: Chapter 474: Tribulation of the Golden Ape (Part 1)

Looking at the vibrant Spirit Field before him, Li Mu nodded in satisfaction and turned to the Chi Lian Fire Phoenix, bidding farewell.

"Yes, Master. I will definitely strive to cultivate diligently and live up to your expectations. When will you return?" Chi Lian Fire Phoenix respectfully responded, gazing at Li Mu, her eyes revealing deep longing and reluctance.

Li Mu smiled faintly and indicated: "I am going to the Central State Spirit Realm to handle some matters. As for my return date, it is currently uncertain. However, within three to five years, I will certainly come periodically to check on the growth of the Spirit Field and your cultivation progress."

"Master, rest assured. I will guard this Spirit Field as though it is my own life, letting no harm befall it. As for my cultivation, I will also give my all and not disappoint your expectations." Chi Lian Fire Phoenix’s eyes shone as she solemnly promised Li Mu.

"Alright, then I leave with peace of mind." Li Mu smiled faintly.

Saying this, Li Mu turned and walked towards the Teleportation Array, and amid the shimmering light, his figure vanished instantly.

Before long, Li Mu emerged in the Desolate Ancient City, visited Yin Yang Valley to inspect the Spirit Plants of the Land of Extreme Yang, then used teleportation to travel to the Ten Thousand Stars Sea Region, visiting the Land of the Nether Water Seal to check on the Cyan Moon True Dragon and observe the growth of Water Spirit Plants, then proceeded to the Extreme North Realm.

On the way back to the Central State Spirit Realm, Li Mu circled around, inspecting the seven Extreme Realm Sealed Lands in sequence.

When Li Mu returned to the Central State Spirit Realm and reached the Profound Celestial Sword Sect, entering the Land of the Extreme Gold Secret Realm, three years had already passed.

"Master, I am about ready to cross the True Spirit Tribulation!"

The Jade-Eyed Golden Ape saw Li Mu with great joy and quickly reported, its eyes flickering with expectation and nervousness, clearly feeling both hopeful and uneasy about the impending True Spirit Tribulation.

Li Mu smiled faintly, his scrutinizing gaze falling upon the Jade-Eyed Golden Ape as the Innate Divine Power - Recognition of Ten Thousand Spirits revealed its current attributes.

[Jade-Eyed Golden Ape]

[Grade: Tier Six Demon King]

[Attributes: Vajra Body, Sharp Insight, Spirit Body Transformation, Soul Devouring Body Refining, Ape King’s Power,]

[Status: Golden Essence Peak, Restless Mind]

[Jade-Eyed Golden Ape, cultivated the Spirit Devouring Health Technique, its body refined and transformed, consuming Blood Purifying Reishi, Golden Vein Reishi, and other High-tier Spirit Plants’ essences gaining enhancement, acquiring some Ancestral Return Ape King bloodline, successfully passing the Transformation Thunder Tribulation, breaking the bloodline constraints, and promoting to Tier Six Demon King.]

Li Mu slightly furrowed his brows, pondering something.

The True Spirit Tribulation is a significant hurdle for any life form, let alone for the Jade-Eyed Golden Ape, which inherently lacks in bloodline and talent. If it were to face the True Spirit Thunder Tribulation first, it would surely face a life-or-death ordeal.

However, the Jade-Eyed Golden Ape has been raised by him since young and is his most loyal companion, having weathered countless storms together. Li Mu does not wish for it to perish under the True Spirit Thunder Tribulation.

"Master, is there something wrong?"

The Jade-Eyed Golden Ape, seeing Li Mu’s furrowed brows and silence, felt a bit uneasy, asking with concern.

Originally, it thought that after diligently cultivating day and night, breaking through to the Peak of Transformation, it could promote to the realm of Tier Seven Demon Emperor, expecting recognition and praise from Li Mu, but instead, he was met with Li Mu’s furrowed brow in contemplation, making the Jade-Eyed Golden Ape a bit uneasy.

Li Mu sighed softly, raised his eyes with gentle emotion towards the Jade-Eyed Golden Ape, indicating: "Indeed, you have cultivated diligently during this period."

"Then am I able to prepare for the True Spirit Tribulation?" The Jade-Eyed Golden Ape’s eyes lit up with concern.

"Your issue does not lie in your cultivation or effort, but in the cruel nature of the True Spirit Tribulation itself," Li Mu slowly spoke, his voice filled with helplessness and worry, "The True Spirit Tribulation is a test by the Heavenly Dao for beings who have cultivated to a certain level. Its difficulty increases with one’s bloodline, talent, and cultivation. Although your bloodline and talent have improved, compared to those with Innate True Spirit, the foundation remains lacking,..."

Upon hearing this, a trace of gloom crossed Jade-Eyed Golden Ape’s eyes, but it quickly regained its spirits, looking firmly at Li Mu: "Master, I understand. But regardless, I must face this barrier. I will not let you down. I wish to become stronger and keep up with your footsteps."

Seeing the determined gaze of the Jade-Eyed Golden Ape, Li Mu was somewhat touched, recognizing the loyalty it held for him.

"As for crossing the True Spirit Thunder Tribulation, do not rush. First, cultivate the Devouring Body Nourishing Technique to Great Perfection, then we will discuss. Meanwhile, I will consider other methods." Li Mu pondered briefly, then looked at the Jade-Eyed Golden Ape seriously and said.

Hearing Li Mu’s words, the Jade-Eyed Golden Ape showed a hint of confusion, but it quickly understood its master’s intention. It knew Li Mu was preparing to find a better approach to increase its chances of crossing the True Spirit Tribulation.

The Jade-Eyed Golden Ape nodded, looking at Li Mu and respectfully responding: "Yes, Master. I will continue to diligently cultivate the Devouring Body Nourishing Technique, striving to achieve the realm of Great Perfection as soon as possible."

Li Mu said no more, checking the High-tier Spirit Plants planted in the Spirit Field of the Extreme Gold Secret Realm, then left the Extreme Gold Secret Realm and returned to the Seven Profound Sect.

Back at the Seven Profound Sect, Li Mu quickly inspected the seven Tier Five Spirit Plants planted on the seven main peaks. Then, he went to the Profound Celestial Sword Sect and sought out several elders of the sect to inquire in detail about information and records concerning the True Spirit Tribulation, hoping to find some useful clues from them and prepare more thoroughly for the Jade-Eyed Golden Ape’s tribulation crossing.

"Elder Li, our sect specializes in Sword Cultivation." Xu Zhong, Elder Xu, in charge of the Beast Taming Garden at the Profound Celestial Sword Sect, enthusiastically introduced to Li Mu: "Our knowledge on assisting beasts to cross the True Spirit Tribulation is quite limited. Perhaps not as proficient as sects specializing in Body Refinement or Beast Taming, but since Elder Li asked, I shall share everything I know."

"Regarding how to increase the success rate of tribulation crossing, although our sect does not possess a specialized magic technique, ancient books have described several potentially viable approaches." Xu Zhong looked deeply at Li Mu, providing a detailed introduction: "Firstly, is to seek rare Spiritual Objects between Heaven and Earth, such as Celestial Thunder Stone, Purple Lightning Crystal, etc. These Spiritual Objects contain powerful Thunderbolt Power, allowing the beast’s body to acclimate to Thunder Power in advance, granting significant assistance."

"Secondly, is consuming High-tier Spirit Pills to enhance the beast’s bloodline and talent. There are quite a few such High-tier Spirit Pill seeds, for example: Blood Origin Pill: This pill can trace the origin of Demon Beast Blood, strengthening its Power of Origin and enhancing the quality of the bloodline. Dragon Bone Marrow Refining Pill: Refined primarily from Dragon Bone, capable of refining the demon beast’s bone marrow, fortifying its physical constitution and potential; for instance, Soul Essence Pill: Crafted with rare Demon Beast Essence Blood and soul, it can significantly enhance the demon beast’s Demon Soul, helping it through the most challenging Heart Demon Tribulation in the True Spirit Tribulation."

"However, the spiritual materials used for these Spirit Pills are extremely precious, making them difficult to gather." Xu Zhong continued to supplement: "Thirdly, is to find a strong protector adept at Beast Taming to guard the beast during the True Spirit Thunder Tribulation. Such a person must have profound cultivation and rich experience, providing the beast with correct guidance and assistance at crucial moments."

"Fourthly, is refining tribulation-crossing Spiritual Artifact, which should not be difficult for Elder Li." Xu Zhong looked at Li Mu and concluded.

Li Mu was silent for a moment, knowing the methods Xu Zhong mentioned, as he had already experienced them when assisting Cyan Jade Ginseng King and Cyan Moon True Spirit in their True Spirit Thunder Tribulations.

However, every beast possesses different talents, cultivation, and experiences, making the difficulty in crossing the True Spirit Thunder Tribulation vary.

Cyan Jade Ginseng King, having existed for ten thousand years and being proficient in recovery techniques but lacking physical strength, when crossing the True Spirit Thunder Tribulation, relied on tribulation-crossing Spiritual Artifact to mitigate the power of the tribulation.

Cyan Moon True Dragon, with outstanding cultivation and talent, needed minimal intervention from him, relying on its profound foundation to successfully cross the True Spirit Thunder Tribulation.

The Jade-Eyed Golden Ape is different, having lived only a little more than two hundred years, with average talent and bloodline. It relied solely on the cultivation techniques he provided, alongside various High-tier Spirit Plants, Spirit Pills, and abundant resources to barely reach its current cultivation. Although its physical body is strong, it appears fragile against the True Spirit Thunder Tribulation.

Li Mu is fully aware that the Jade-Eyed Golden Ape’s crossing of the True Spirit Tribulation will be more challenging than the previous two. Not only must he prepare sufficient tribulation-crossing means for the Jade-Eyed Golden Ape, but he must also formulate a perfect tribulation-crossing plan.