Beast Taming: Sharing Pets' Abilities-Chapter 385 - 384: Rootless Tree?!

It’s possible that even the place where the elder entered seclusion for cultivation is known only to himself, shrouded in secrecy.

So here’s the question: how did the mysterious Yang Spirit expert who attacked Ancestor Danxia find him?

Moreover, what is his true identity?!

Therefore, there’s something wrong here.

And there’s one thing Gu Yuan can be sure of.

The waters behind this matter run deep!

After a long while, Gu Yuan said in a hoarse voice, "The identity of that mysterious Yang Spirit expert..."

Before Gu Yuan could finish, He Ling True Master shook his head, "Unknown, no one knows."

Gu Yuan was taken aback and said, "It’s been a thousand years, something so significant, and nobody knows?"

"Unknown. Even the Ancestor wasn’t aware, perhaps..."

He Ling True Master shook his head again and didn’t finish the sentence.

Gu Yuan also responded with silence.

Now, he vaguely guessed some of the current situations within Medicine King Mountain.

A thousand years ago, Ancestor Danxia had the potential of a Primordial Spirit True Immortal. At that time, the Ancestor must have been brimming with ambition and drive, aiming to ascend to a Primordial Spirit True Immortal and prove the path of longevity.

However, just when he thought he could make some achievements, who would have expected that during his breakthrough, he was attacked, failing in his breakthrough and even suffering injuries.

For a Yang Spirit grandmaster, ordinary injuries are usually not a concern.

Even if the physical body is destroyed, with only the Yang Spirit left, he can still condense a new body, at most losing some Primordial Qi and Mana, which is not a big deal.

However...

Ancestor Danxia’s injuries, still not healed to this day, and his frequent memory loss suggest that this is not merely physical injuries.

It might actually involve issues with Ancestor Danxia’s Yang Spirit, or even his Divine Soul.

Such injuries are not simple at all.

Because once there’s a problem with the Yang Spirit or Primordial Spirit, it can cause a defect in one’s path, making it difficult to advance.

For a Yang Spirit grandmaster with ambitions of attaining the Primordial Spirit and longevity, this is disastrous.

Instead, openly within Medicine King Mountain, there’s another Yang Spirit expert—Lord Zhuque.

Compared to Ancestor Danxia.

Lord Zhuque is somewhat younger and slightly inferior in terms of cultivation, but his potential is by no means low.

When Ancestor Danxia was at his peak, this Lord Zhuque was quite low-key, but as Ancestor Danxia’s path came to an end, Lord Zhuque began to "shine."

One with not much life span left, with a nearly closed path, and the other slightly younger with a chance to advance to Primordial Spirit True Immortal.

In this situation, anyone with a bit of common sense knows which choice to make.

It is precisely because of this that the aristocratic faction has gradually become strong, while the sect lineage begins to experience some marginalization and influence.

As of today, a thousand years have passed, and the sect lineage is increasingly weakening, while the aristocratic faction is becoming more and more powerful.

Several thoughts whirled in Gu Yuan’s mind, and he spoke, "Master, could it be that the Ancestor’s injuries involve issues with his Divine Soul?" 𝘧𝓇ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝘣𝓃ℴ𝓋𝑒𝑙.𝑐𝘰𝑚

He Ling True Master’s expression changed slightly, not expecting Gu Yuan to speak this directly, but considering that the area was now sealed with restrictions, with no others around, he sighed and said:

"A big tree needs the nourishment and irrigation of sunlight and water. It needs leaves, a trunk, but more importantly, it needs roots."

"Without roots, no matter how good the sunlight is or how sufficient the watering is, it is still a rootless tree. It won’t continue to grow, and it might even wither prematurely."

"... I understand, Master."

Gu Yuan nodded. Although He Ling True Master didn’t explicitly state it, he also made it clear, and Gu Yuan understood what he meant.

Indeed, Ancestor Danxia’s Divine Soul had problems, and it seemed quite severe.

"Master, I have another question."

Gu Yuan curiously asked, "Is the Ancestor’s path the Fire Dao?"

Since Ancestor Danxia excelled in Alchemy, and his title included the character "Dan" (Pill), it suggested that the Ancestor was likely cultivating the Fire Element Dao.

But unexpectedly, He Ling True Master shook his head slightly.

"The Ancestor cultivates the Fire-Wood Dao."

"Fire-Wood Dao? Dual cultivation of two elements?"

Gu Yuan was taken aback, then nodded, understanding.

Among the five elements, wood gives birth to fire, and there is a significant connection between the Wood Element and the Fire Element in the Alchemy Dao.

With the Fire and Wood elements as his foundation, Ancestor Danxia has achieved such profound attainments in the Alchemy Dao for a reason, indeed.

However, no matter how exceptional, once the roots of the tree start to rot or show problems, this tree will begin to exhibit various issues.

Unless, through revitalization, it gains a new life, or perhaps, by grafting onto another tree...

But the prospect of gaining a new life, how challenging is it to speak of?

As for grafting...

Huh?!

Gu Yuan paused for a moment, suddenly in a daze, lost in thought.

Yes indeed...

Once a tree’s roots have issues, to continue its survival, it could be grafted onto another larger tree.

Of course, this is evidently not easy.

When it involves the Divine Soul, the method of "grafting," any slight mistake could lead to great issues.

Seeing Gu Yuan pausing in place, lost in thought, He Ling True Master frowned and said, "What’s wrong? What are you thinking about?"

"I’m pondering a question, Master."

Gu Yuan hesitated for a moment, still not vocalizing the thoughts in his heart. It’s not a matter of distrust, but that the issue involves Ancestor Danxia, and he needs to observe the Ancestor’s reaction first.

With these thoughts, Gu Yuan promptly saluted He Ling True Master and took his leave.

Then, he swiftly left He Ling True Master’s Cave Mansion, descended the mountain, and headed towards Zhurong Peak again.

Gu Yuan is unsure whether his idea is viable.

Perhaps it’s merely a flight of fancy on his part.

After all, when even a being like Ancestor Danxia couldn’t resolve the issue in a thousand years, what ability does he, a minor Celestial Human Realm cultivator, have?

But...

Since there’s an idea, even if it’s a faint hope, it must be tried, and at the very least, he must present this idea to Ancestor Danxia.

Ultimately, Ancestor Danxia is his future patron.

Gu Yuan is uncertain of Ancestor Danxia’s current state, but it’s unlikely to be good.

Once Ancestor Danxia encounters issues, Gu Yuan and the disciples of the sect lineage will certainly be affected and implicated.

Gu Yuan’s current cultivation strength is still too weak.

Once there is dissatisfaction with him within Medicine King Mountain...

Not to mention Lord Zhuque, even if a Yin God Giant sets their eyes on him, Gu Yuan would find it hard to cope.

So, he needs a patron, a reliable and solid patron, to shield him from the winds and rain.

At the very least, he needs to cloak himself in the appearance of strength, borrowing power from the mighty.

Only then can he ensure his safe passage, allowing him to tread more steadily and further along his path.