The Master of Beasts
Chapter 43 Secret Realm

Chapter 43: Chapter 43 Secret Realm

The rumors of the Fire Qilin’s reincarnation, coupled with the emergence of the Secret Realm, plunged all cultivators into a frenzy.

That was the Fire Qilin, after all—the reincarnated Fire Qilin that in its previous life was a Heavenly Immortal. Through reincarnation and cultivation, it was highly likely to become a Golden Immortal. For Loose Cultivators, even achieving the status of True Immortal was a luxury, let alone a Fire Qilin, which was practically guaranteed to reach the Heavenly Immortal realm.

Even Sect Disciples were extremely agitated. Although there seemed to be many Immortal Elders, in a large sect like the Myriad Beasts Sect, with disciples counted in the hundreds of millions, it was uncertain whether even ten thousand could become immortals.

Thanks to the deliberate promotion by the Heavenly Immortal Elders of the Three Sects, news spread far and wide: a Secret Realm had appeared within the Fire Essence Ore Vein, and it was rumored to contain the reincarnating Heavenly Immortal Fire Qilin.

After a month of this simmering excitement, the fervor in the city had multiplied several times. However, due to the Three Sects’ tight control, Loose Cultivators were still unable to gather any specific information.

It was not until a fortnight later that a huge Light Gate appeared above the Fire Essence Ore Vein, displaying an image of a Fire Qilin.

The Fire Qilin, a legendary Auspicious Beast, possessed a majestic form. Its body, as fiery and vehement as a flame, exuded endless power.

Its imposing figure and robust limbs demonstrated both strength and speed.

Its head resembled that of a dragon, its eyes sparkling as if capable of discerning all the mysteries of the world. Its fur was like scorching flames, shimmering with a dazzling brilliance that gave it a radiant impression. The Fire Qilin’s tail, like a vigorously flickering fire, further enhanced its air of mystery and nobility.

Legend had it that whenever the Fire Qilin appeared, it was as if flames descended upon the world. Wherever it stepped, all things seemed to be ignited by its power. Its roar was like summer thunder, a deafening, massive resonance. Its strides, like thunderclaps shaking the earth, left people in awe.

Even this brief image deeply moved everyone in Mo Qilin Immortal City, leaving them completely captivated by its powerful form.

「In the top loft of the City Lord Mansion」

Three Heavenly Immortals watched the image together.

Bi Yun said with a grave expression, "This is no ordinary Fire Qilin. It has survived at least one Life Span Tribulation as a Heavenly Immortal, possibly even more."

"Indeed, a Fire Qilin seeking a breakthrough to Golden Immortal through reincarnation and cultivation," Ouyang Xingwen said sarcastically. "I didn’t expect your Galaxy Sacred Land to be privy to this information."

"Actually, all of you know the origin of this Fire Qilin," Xing Huai replied with a faint smile. "I merely happened upon it in the sect’s records."

"You must have heard about the great war that erupted in the Desolate World a million years ago. If not, there must be records in your sects. For reasons unknown, the Dragon, Phoenix, and Qilin clans suddenly went to war. Though no Golden Immortals took part, over a hundred Heavenly Immortals participated. The most illustrious among them was a Fire Qilin from the Qilin Clan, who slew no fewer than five Heavenly Immortals before being besieged and ultimately felled by the combined forces of the Dragon and Phoenix clans’ Heavenly Immortals."

"That Fire Qilin didn’t actually perish on the battlefield. It was severely injured by the Heavenly Immortals of the two clans. Perhaps its injuries were so severe that it had no choice but to flee the Desolate World. With the formidable power of a Heavenly Immortal, even grave wounds can be healed; it’s merely a matter of time."

"According to the records in our sect, I deduce that this Fire Qilin’s lifespan was nearing its end. Its only chance for an extension was to endure another Life Span Tribulation of a Heavenly Immortal. Unfortunately, in its severely injured state, it was undoubtedly impossible to survive it, so it chose to undergo Soldier Disintegration and reincarnate."

"It had too many enemies in the Desolate World, so its only option was to go to the territories of the Human Clan. Within these territories, the Three Light Regions are relatively weak overall, though not the absolute weakest, making them perfectly suitable for its reincarnation."

After listening to Xing Huai’s deduction, Bi Yun felt offended. Yet, this was a hurtful reality. Forget it! To think a Fire Qilin with the potential to become a Golden Immortal slipped through our fingers... it’s absolutely infuriating!

"Hmph! It all comes down to capability. Who knows who will actually get it?" Ouyang Xingwen said disdainfully.

"The restriction for this Secret Realm is cultivators below the Divinity Transformation realm. Everyone, begin exploring!" Bi Yun declared, a hint of impatience in his voice. Indeed, it’s not yet certain who will obtain it, he thought.

The powerful phenomena of the Heavenly Immortals filled the entire sky. Dazzling starlight, blazing flames, and surging azure waves rushed toward the entrance of the Secret Realm, which, though not yet open, was now forcefully breached.

The three Heavenly Immortals spoke in unison, "The Secret Realm is open! All disciples below the Divinity Transformation realm, enter!"

Suddenly, Chen Jiuge, who had been watching the excitement at his shop entrance, found himself in a different place. Looking at the fiery red land, he was speechless. No, I didn’t want this Fire Qilin!

Since things have come to this, I can only explore this Secret Realm for now and find a safe place to hide until it’s over. It’s just a Fire Qilin, after all. If I work hard for a few more years, I can get one myself.

PFFT!

A crimson flame surged towards Chen Jiuge from behind. He casually slapped it out and grabbed the fiery red deer that had attacked him. A quick glance, and he exclaimed in surprise, "Huh? Fire Qilin Bloodline?"

Right, this is the Fire Qilin’s reincarnation site! It seems eighty percent of the Spiritual Beasts here have been infused with the Fire Qilin Bloodline and transformed into fire-attribute Spiritual Beasts. Looks like my own Fire Qilin is about to arrive, Chen Jiuge thought, a smile playing on his lips.

Opening the Spiritual Beast Bag, he released War Song, Yue Meng, and his other four Contracted Spirit Beasts, instructing, "Go check out the surroundings. If you find any Spiritual Beasts, catch them for me."

The four Contracted Spirit Beasts couldn’t speak but simply nodded and scattered according to Chen Jiuge’s orders.

War Song held out a hand to Chen Jiuge, standing firm. Resignedly, Chen Jiuge took out a jug of Immortal Intoxication. "Work properly and stop thinking only about drinking."

War Song scoffed disdainfully and, with a leap, vanished from Chen Jiuge’s sight.

Chen Jiuge then turned his gaze to Yue Meng, who looked upset. "You’d better not go out. Stay with me, and let’s look for some rare Spiritual Medicine."

Initially, I planned to let Yue Meng go too, but on second thought... She’s a support-type Spiritual Beast, and my Lifebound Spirit Beast at that. It would be problematic if anything happened to her. It’s better if she stays with me to look for Spiritual Medicine. This is the Fire Qilin’s Soldier Disintegration site, so there’s a good chance some rare Spiritual Medicines have been nurtured here.

"What do you mean?" Yue Meng bristled.

"Are you looking down on me? Do you have any idea how strong I am?" Yue Meng demanded indignantly, flexing her arms.

However, perhaps because she had spent the past year in the Spiritual Beast Bag doing nothing but eating and sleeping, she hadn’t lost any weight; instead, she’d grown plump. Her arms were entirely soft and flabby. Despite her face turning red with effort, not a hint of muscle appeared.

Feeling somewhat embarrassed, Yue Meng quickly changed the subject. "Fine! This great lady won’t be angry with you. I’m not some brute; I am a noble Alchemist!"

"Yes, yes, a noble Alchemist," Chen Jiuge replied perfunctorily. "Can we start looking for Spiritual Medicine now?"

Because he hadn’t bought a Youthful Pill for Yue Meng last time, it had sparked her desire to become an Alchemist herself, though she was still only studying the theory.