Eternal Beast Taming Family

The sharp stone spikes created a strong wind, causing the hair on Chu Shengfan's forehead to flutter.

When he was just a finger's width away, a thin layer of dust gathered in the void in front of him and then condensed into a thin shield of light.

'Ding'

A crisp sound of impact rang out.

Watching the fragile, transparent light shield clash with the stone spikes, it was astonishing that it was not pierced.

The next moment, a butterfly the size of an adult's palm, with a purple-pink body, flew out from behind Chu Shengfan. As its wings fluttered, more purple phosphorescence was scattered around Chu Shengfan.

The previously illusory and transparent light shield was now stained purple-pink, and then adhered to Chu Shengfan and its body like a layer of scales.

Chu Shengfan stared intently into the courtyard, wanting to know who had ambushed him there.

A hearty laugh came from inside the courtyard. "Not bad, not bad. It seems you haven't neglected your training these past few days away."

Chu Jingyu stood under the lantern in the main room, looking at Chu Shengfan with a loving expression.

The stone spikes that were just used on him originated from the "Golden Jade Beast" on Chu Jingyu's shoulder.

It turned out that his grandfather had just tested him. Chu Shengfan's anger was instantly suppressed, and he made the "Flower Medicine Butterfly" withdraw the light shield that was attached to him.

The next second, a humanoid cannonball rushed into his arms, and a pair of chubby little hands started to wander over his body.

"Hey, bro, where did that cool battle suit go?"

Seeing Chu Shengyuan, who was looking up at him with a puzzled expression, in his arms, Chu Shengfan rubbed his head.

"That's not a battle suit, it's a shield. I've put it away."

"Huh?" The little guy's expression instantly turned to disappointment, whether it was because he didn't get it or because the skill he just used wasn't the battle suit he had imagined.

Chu Shengfan glanced at the "Flower Medicine Butterfly" beside his head and saw it come to Chu Shengyuan's face, fluttering gently in front of him. The beautiful phosphorescent powder instantly diverted the little guy's attention.

After walking through the courtyard and entering the main room, Chu Shengfan felt a sense of relief upon seeing that everyone in the family was well.

"Grandpa, why did you call me back today? Is there something you need to tell me?"

Chu Jingyu smiled slightly but did not answer directly, "You came back in such a hurry, you must be hungry. Eat first, and we'll talk after you eat."

Although he was curious, Chu Shengfan stopped talking because his grandfather and father didn't seem to think it was a bad thing. He called back Chu Shengyuan and "Flower Butterfly" who were still playing outside.

Soon, the meal was over.

The bright moonlight streamed into the room through the window, while dappled candlelight shone from different directions, casting shifting shadows on the walls and floor.

Chu Jingyu and Chu Shengfan's parents inquired about Chu Shengfan's life in town for a while, and only felt relieved after receiving confirmation that everything was fine.

"What day is your day off?" Chu Qinhui interrupted his wife's incessant nagging after taking a sip of water.

"We were supposed to have a day off tomorrow, but the town is in dire need of rebuilding and there are many new residents to settle, so the holiday is canceled."

At this point, a numb look appeared on Chu Shengfan's still somewhat immature face.

"No matter how busy you are, you can't prevent people from resting." This was Jiang Nian muttering a complaint from the side.

Chu Jingyu nodded, "That's how it should be, but no matter how busy you are, don't forget to train your source beast skills and absorb the energy of heaven and earth."

Chu Shengfan nodded. "I will."

"Unfortunately, we are a family without any foundation. I've heard that those big families have special cultivation methods that allow them to actively absorb energy from the outside world, and their cultivation levels advance very quickly."

Now Xiao Fan can only recover naturally through daily life and by eating. As he said this, a sigh flashed across Chu Jingyu's face.

"A cultivation method?" Chu Shengfan exclaimed in surprise. "Grandpa, are you talking about something like the Zhonggeng Cultivation Method? I think I saw that the town mayor's office sells cultivation methods."

Upon hearing Chu Shengfan's words, Chu Jingyu excitedly stood up and pressed, "Is it really a cultivation method? Xiaofan, are you sure?"

"Since the Liu family moved away, in order to encourage the emergence of new family forces in Heyu Town, the town mayor has provided three cultivation methods. As long as a certain fee is paid, one can practice by imitating them. However, it seems that there are individual versions and family versions."

In a few days, this news will probably spread throughout the town.

"What is the price?" Chu Jingyu clenched his fists, showing that he was very excited.

"The price ranges from five hundred to three thousand spirit stones."

Upon learning the price, Chu Jingyu sat back down. "It's not cheap, but for something that can be passed down through the family, the price is reasonable. Even the lowest level cultivation method would be worth it."

"Grandpa, how many Source Spirit Stones do we have?"

Upon hearing Chu Shengfan's question, Chu Jingyu awkwardly rubbed his hands together, "Well... I don't have any for now."

Upon hearing the answer, Chu Shengfan's face went blank for a moment.

"The situation in Heyu Town is stable right now. I'm planning to go to the outer border to see if I can acquire some resources."

"Outside the boundary?" Having spent some time at the town mayor's mansion, Chu Shengfan was no longer the clueless novice he once was. "No, the outside world is full of terrifying and powerful source beasts; it's too dangerous."

Chu Qinhui, standing to the side, also looked disapproving. "Father, our family is just starting out. You really shouldn't put yourself in such a dangerous situation."

Chu Jingyu looked out the window. "Even if I don't go to the outer boundary now, once we apply to become a true aristocratic family, we'll still have to send people to guard it. At that point, it won't be a voluntary trip anymore."

"Grandpa, I saw what you said too, but as newly promoted members of a lowly family of the ninth rank, aren't there a one-year protection period? Wouldn't they be forcibly conscripted to guard the border?"

"Silly child, look at the Liu family. They've just been promoted to the seventh rank, and they were forced to build a new city by order."

The so-called regulations are nothing more than a matter of a few people's words. Besides, Yuzhen is in dire need of manpower right now. Even if I stay at home, it probably won't be long before the town mayor sends someone to find me.

Chu Qinhui and Chu Shengfan's expressions were somewhat indifferent.

"Instead of waiting for the town mayor to summon us, let's go ourselves. The reason I called you back this time is to discuss this matter. Tomorrow, I will go to town to apply for our Chu family to officially become a ninth-rank poor family. This will also allow you to be prepared."

"So fast?" In the past, decisions in the family were essentially made by his grandfather. But since Chu Shengfan became a contract master, he could clearly feel his grandfather's attention to him, and his grandfather would inform him before making any important decisions.

"If Yuzhen had been the dominant power before, it would have been perfect for our Chu family to bide our time. But now, with the old and new generations of Yuzhen in a period of transition and the power structure fluctuating, it is the perfect time for our family to rise."

"If we miss this opportunity, it will be difficult to have such an opportunity again." Chu Jingyu's expression was calm, but his eyes were sharp, clearly indicating that he had already made up his mind.

Inspired by his grandfather's resolute demeanor, Chu Shengfan felt a surge of heroic spirit, and even his address became more formal: "Alright, Grandfather, what do you need me to do?"