Starting with the titmouse, seventy-two transformations

Chapter 315 Integrating Talents, Dongfeng's Conspiracy

The summit of Wohuzhai Peak.

"Great demon..."

The Yin Water Dragon, hidden in the clouds below the cliff, suddenly opened its eyes, glanced at the West Peak, and then closed its eyes to pretend to sleep.

Its long tail swayed, stirring up waves in the sea of ​​clouds, like raging waves or towering tidal bores.

"Big demon!"

High in the sky, the Sky-Splitting Sparrow's eyes flashed with an unusual light, it muttered something under its breath, and then flapped its wings and soared into the clouds.

"Great demon."

On the cliff, the long-armed demon ape bared its teeth and leaped into the deep valley below.

Hundreds of miles away, in the command tent of the Crimson Scale Guard.

The Six Desires Puppet Spider, disguised as Cai Baimao, suddenly sensed something, looked up towards the direction of Crouching Tiger Ridge, and said softly:
"Great demon..."

The white elephant and fire crow that were acting as guards nearby also turned their heads, their eyes filled with envy.

The Golden-Eyed Blood Leopard was promoted to Bloodflame Flying Tiger, and its several avatars that had spread outwards sensed this, their hearts filled with all sorts of thoughts.

Of course, there's more anticipation than anything else.

Unfortunately, the spiritual energy is insufficient.

"There are still over ten thousand left, not enough to deduce and upgrade even one incarnation..."

Inside the wooden cabin, Liu Sheng shifted his gaze to the information on the panel, and couldn't help but frown—

Name: Liu Sheng
[Dao Fruit]: Seventy-two Transformations
[Talents]: Hawk Form lv4, Blade Heart lv6, Flowing Light lv4, Sky Rift lv4, Dragon Form lv4, Copper Skin Iron Bones lv4, Poison Devouring lv4, Four Fiends Yin Water lv4, Tiger Bone lv5, Tiger Roar lv5, Tiger Fierce lv5, Taming the Enemy lv5, Qiongqi Blood Flame lv5, Spider Form lv4, Breath Concealment lv5, Silk Pulling lv4, Six Desires Silk lv4, Elephant Form lv4, Mountain-Pulling Power v4, Prison Suppression lv4, Standing Firm lv4, Ox Form lv4, Thunder Spirit lv4, Chaotic Thunder lv4, Crow Form lv4, Fire Flash lv4, Fire Spirit lv4, Fire Feather Dart lv4, Great Ape King lv4, Vajra Indestructible lv5, Innate Golden Spirit lv4, Blood Rage lv4, Bear Form lv4, Bear Strength lv4, Bear Scripture lv4, Black Wind lv4
[Cultivation Level]: Entering the Dao (Beginner Level)
[Avatars]: Sky-Splitting Sparrow, Yin Water Dragon, Blood Flame Flying Tiger, Six Desires Puppet Spider, Golden-Toothed White Elephant, Silver-Horned Thunder Ox, Fire Crow, Long-Armed Demon Ape (Juvenile Form), Black Wind Bear

[Spiritual Essence]: 13827
……

"If the deduction isn't enough, and directly upgrading the talent is too wasteful, then let's try fusing a few talents..."

He glanced at the densely packed talent bar, feeling a bit overwhelmed. After patiently comparing them, he selected a few combinations.

It is based on the principle of "indestructible" and incorporates the concept of "copper skin and iron bones".

It is based on the "power to uproot mountains" and incorporates the "power of bears".

It is based on "tiger bone" and incorporates "bear shape".

In an instant, a phantom image of a Bagua furnace appeared on the panel, swirling with black and white energy, drawing the selected talents into the furnace.

A moment later, three dazzling purple rays shot out from the furnace and appeared before Liu Sheng—

Indestructible Vajra Lv5, Mountain-Lifting Strength Lv5, Tiger Back and Bear Waist Lv5.

A total of 6000 Spirit Points were consumed.

Among them, the description of the Vajra Indestructible Lv5 remains unchanged after absorbing the Copper Skin Iron Bones Lv4, only its color deepens and its efficacy is slightly improved.

However, the Mountain-Pulling Power lv4, after merging and absorbing Bear Power lv4, upgraded from lv4 to lv5, shining brightly with a purple light, and underwent a qualitative leap.

It is shared by the three incarnations of White Elephant, Thunder Ox, and Black Wind Bear.

"The fusion of similar talents is similar to using experience cards. Compared to a direct upgrade, it saves 8000 spirit points when upgrading from level 4 to level 5."

Liu Sheng lightly clenched his fist, and the airflow in his palm whistled, like tiny snakes scattering and escaping, making a "whoosh" sound.

The power within his body has more than doubled; if he wanted, he could pick up a small mountain with one hand and throw it away.

Moreover, thanks to the enhancement of the innate "Indestructible Vajra", his physique is strong enough to accommodate the surge of power within his body.

You can play freely without worrying about tearing your body apart.

The remaining newly created talent, "Broad Back and Thick Waist," is rather ordinary, and its description is as follows—

【Tiger Back and Bear Waist (Talent) lv5】: Tiger's ferocity enters the spine, bear's courage supports the sky. Those who possess this talent have the aura of a tiger and the strength of a bear, possessing both the form of a tiger and a bear. They are bold yet meticulous, patient yet decisive, and reign supreme in the mountains and forests.

……

"I feel my spine is much heavier. The tiger's fierce energy is gathered into the spine of my back. Over time, once it erupts, it will be like a ferocious tiger possessing me, with fierce energy soaring to the sky."

The gallbladder is one of the six viscera, and it is internally and externally related to the liver. The stronger the gallbladder qi, the more vigorous the liver qi... so might one be more reckless?

Liu Sheng shook his head, unconcerned.

However, the last characteristic of this talent, "King of the Mountains and Forests," seems to be a terrain buff. In mountainous areas, combat power will be increased, or it may suppress the target? We'll have to wait for testing to find out.

However, what troubles him is that the number of talents is difficult to reduce. Now, for every additional Great Demon-level incarnation he refines, five new talents will be added.

Once a demon-level avatar is upgraded through deduction, it will also gain a new talent.

Unless one merges them haphazardly without considering the consequences, the number of talents will likely increase in the short term.

Happy troubles.

Liu Sheng withdrew his gaze and slowly exhaled a breath of stale air. Instantly, a howling wind filled the room, rattling the doors and windows.

The window was dimly lit; it had gotten dark before I knew it.

This simulation took a whole day.

He got up and went outside, only to see Yu Niang standing guard at the bottom of the steps, her eyes filled with fear and trembling.

They were frightened by the wisp of energy he had previously revealed.

It is commonly known as "being frightened out of one's wits".

"Yu Niang, don't be afraid, I'm here, everything will be alright."

He stepped forward and embraced her tightly, comforting her with gentle words, while secretly using his talent "Prison Suppression" to help her calm down.

It took Yu Niang a long while to recover her senses. She grabbed Liu Sheng's clothes, her expression filled with surprise and doubt.
“Sheng-ge’er…”

"It's nothing. I just made a breakthrough in my training and couldn't control my breathing."

Liu Sheng offered a few words of comfort in a casual manner.

He sensed something was wrong immediately and quickly suppressed his breathing.

The elderly woman who was farther away, as well as Lao He and the others, were fine; they only felt slightly unwell and then returned to normal.

Yu Niang was too close, right at the bottom of the steps outside the house, and was the first to be hit.

It seems I need to stay away from them in the future when I try to deduce their identities.

"I noticed you haven't eaten or drunk anything all day, so I made you a few side dishes, all of which are your favorites..."

After calming down, Yu Niang leaned against Liu Sheng's chest and murmured softly:

"Crystal pork knuckle, braised lion's head meatballs with vinegar, stewed lamb kidneys with goji berries, and omelet with chives..."

"Goji berries, lamb kidneys, chives... I'm afraid you wouldn't be able to handle it if I ate it all."

Liu Sheng reached out and pinched her nose, chuckled softly, and understood her feelings.

It was probably because the old lady had talked about "grandson" a few more times during the day, and because they hadn't seen each other for a long time, that she took the initiative to make the move.

Now that he has entered the Dao, he possesses talents such as the strength to uproot mountains and indestructibility, so even a tough-skinned monster might not be able to withstand his torment.

Although Yu Niang had consumed the diluted version of Mango Pomelo Dew and undergone a complete transformation, becoming much stronger and more robust than before, she was still considered to have "delicate skin and tender flesh" to him.

If you move even slightly, this woman will probably explode into a bloody mist.

At this stage, only Du Bingyan can endure it; if it really comes down to having a baby, it will have to be her.

Liu Sheng suppressed his thoughts, had dinner with his family and friends, and then shared the situation in the village with Lao He and the others.

"The situation in the village is generally stable, but some villagers have reported that 32 children have gone missing. It is possible that there are more that have not been reported..."

Old He looked grave and delivered some bad news.

"More than thirty children went missing in just one day?"

Liu Sheng was taken aback; this was no small amount. He pressed for details:
"Any clues?"

Old He hesitated for a moment, then said in a deep voice:
"Someone saw... several missing children being taken to East Peak, but it's unclear whether it's true or not."

"Dongfeng?"

Liu Sheng raised an eyebrow, and the images of Young Master Ling and Qiao She immediately flashed into his mind.

The children's disappearance is clearly related to these two people, but it's unclear what they're doing with so many children.
It can’t be…

Sacrifice?

(End of this chapter)