Wild Dogs

He had already prepared the Foundation Establishment Pills and other necessary items. Now that his cultivation level met the requirements, he could try to establish his foundation.

"I hope to successfully advance to the Foundation Establishment stage."

Yang Fan rubbed his hands together excitedly, and Zhou Peng beside him was also very excited.

Yang Fan glanced at Zhou Peng and spoke in a low voice.

"By the way, have you decided what to use to poison him?"

Hearing Yang Fan's words, Zhou Peng coughed awkwardly.

"I haven't thought about that yet."

Seeing that Yang Fan was somewhat dissatisfied, Zhou Peng immediately began to explain, pouring out his grievances.

"Master, it's not that I didn't try, it's just that I couldn't hide it from a Core Formation cultivator."

"That's a Core Formation cultivator; their spiritual senses are far stronger than those of an ordinary Foundation Establishment cultivator."

"If we can't find a way to fool him, poisoning him is no different from courting death."

Upon hearing this, Yang Fan hesitated for a moment, and after thinking for a while, he paced back and forth.

"Is there really no other way?"

Zhou Peng gritted his teeth.

"Please give me some more time, Master. I will definitely figure out a way."

"Alright, then try your best to think of a way, but you must come up with a solution before the Gu worms are refined."

"Otherwise, we'll both die."

Then Yang Fan looked at Zhou Peng.

"I told you, as long as you help me well, I won't treat you unfairly."

"But if you don't help me with my work, don't blame me for being impolite."

"Don't worry, Master, I will definitely do my best to serve you."

Zhou Peng was startled and hurriedly pledged his loyalty to Yang Fan.

Yang Fan nodded, then took a deep breath.

"Alright, let's prepare for Foundation Establishment. What are some things to keep in mind during Foundation Establishment?"

He asked Zhou Peng.

"Yes, of course there are some things to note."

"Under normal circumstances, when a sect disciple is establishing their foundation, there will be an elder to protect them and prevent anyone from attacking them."

"However, Master certainly can't find a protector right now, so why not take the two Qi Refining stage puppets to the mountains to establish their foundation?"

Yang Fan nodded, then frowned.

"However, I can't stray too far from the sect. If I do, that old geezer will definitely find out my location."

After much deliberation, Yang Fan decided to find a secluded spot in the back mountains of the Blood Fiend Sect to establish his foundation.

Fortunately, there are many secluded places near the Blood Fiend Sect, so finding a cave is not difficult.

"Also, Master, be careful. Although there are no unusual phenomena in the heavens and earth during the Foundation Establishment stage, it will attract a large amount of spiritual energy."

"It would be dangerous if someone were to pass by at this time, so it's best to keep others away."

Yang Fan thought for a moment, then his eyes lit up.

"Yes, I know what to do."

"Xiao Hei can come in handy now. Let it patrol the area and lure away anyone who gets too close."

Yang Fan carefully considered all the possible dangers.

He already has two puppets, one guarding him and the other guarding him a little further away.

The more distant areas are guarded by Xiao Hei, providing triple protection so that he can successfully establish his foundation.

Once he successfully establishes his foundation, he will have the ability to protect himself and will be more confident in his actions.

"By the way, what materials are needed for Foundation Establishment?"

Yang Fan picked up the Foundation Establishment Pill and hurriedly asked a question.

"Actually, having Foundation Establishment Pills is enough."

"However, just to be on the safe side, it's best to prepare more spirit stones and spiritual herbs rich in spiritual energy."

"The more spiritual energy a medicinal herb possesses, the greater its aid to Foundation Establishment."

Upon hearing this, Yang Fan nodded.

"Alright, let's go find some spiritual herbs and plants."

Then he rubbed his hands together, preparing to find an opportunity to go down the mountain.

"In addition, after the master goes down the mountain, it would be best to buy a special concealment formation."

"Setting up a proper formation will make it easier for the master to break through."

"You're very thoughtful."

Yang Fan praised Zhou Peng and then began preparing for the Foundation Establishment process.

After returning to his cave, Yang Fan carefully considered the matter, and the next morning he went to find Xue Ming.

"Reporting to Master, your disciple wishes to go down the mountain to purchase some items."

"Oh? What would you like to buy?"

Hearing that Yang Fan was going down the mountain, Xue Ming looked over curiously.

He was very wary of Yang Fan, fearing that he would escape.

Yang Fan hurriedly began to explain.

"That's right, I saw the Banner Making Hall making the Ten Thousand Soul Banner before, and I found it quite interesting."

"I also want to learn how to make some, so I went down the mountain to buy the necessary materials."

Hearing this, Xue Ming sneered.

"What's the point of learning what those scoundrels at the Banner Hall teach?"

"Learning from them won't be of much use."

"Here's what we'll do: go down the mountain and buy some materials for making the puppet."

"I'll take you to Corpse Puppet Peak and teach you how to make corpse puppets. You can make one for yourself too."

Upon hearing this, Yang Fan's heart skipped a beat.

If Xue Ming is willing to let him go down the mountain, then there is still a chance.

Thinking of this, Yang Fan hurriedly nodded, accepted the order, and left.

Seeing Yang Fan descend the mountain, Xue Ming's lips curled into a cold smile.

"Kid, you think you can outsmart me? You think you can fool me?"

Xue Ming murmured to himself, then walked out of the cave.

He watched the direction Yang Fan had gone and tiptoed after him.

He was very curious about Yang Fan's descent from the mountain and wanted to see what Yang Fan was up to.

After Yang Fan descended the mountain, he headed straight for the market.

Upon arriving at the market, Yang Fan immediately prepared to purchase materials related to foundation building.

Just then, Zhou Peng suddenly reminded him.

"Master, be careful, your cheap master seems to be following you."

"What?"

Yang Fan panicked immediately.

"What's going on? Why is this old man following me?"

"It seems he thinks there's something wrong with your trip down the mountain. Let's just buy something and head back quickly."

"At worst, we can use spirit stones to build our foundation. Even if the success rate is lower due to the lack of spirit herbs, it's fine."

"You have enough Foundation Establishment Pills, so you don't need to worry about the low success rate."

Zhou Peng hurriedly spoke to Yang Fan, who gritted his teeth.

He then strolled around the surrounding stalls and casually bought some materials for refining corpses.

He packed his things and immediately returned to the mountain.

On the other side, after Yang Fan left the market, Xue Ming scratched his head in confusion.

"Could it be that I've misunderstood this kid?"

"Is this kid really just looking to buy materials to make the Ten Thousand Souls Banner?"

Although Xue Ming felt something was amiss, Yang Fan didn't do anything unnecessary, and he left satisfied.

After returning to his cave, Yang Fan took the materials to Xue Ming.

Seeing this, Xue Ming waved his hand listlessly.

"Go to the Corpse Refining Hall and learn from others. I don't have time to instruct you."

After saying that, Xue Ming casually waved his hand.

Yang Fan breathed a slight sigh of relief; clearly, Xue Ming no longer suspected him.

"But I feel that these materials are not enough, and I may have to go down the mountain again."

"It's nothing. Once you've finished refining and find you don't have enough, you can go buy some yourself."

"You don't need to report to me every time you go down the mountain, it's a small matter."

Xue Ming believed he had left a mark on Yang Fan, making it impossible for Yang Fan to escape his grasp, and thus lowered his guard against him.

Yang Fan immediately took the materials and ran up the mountain to try refining a corpse.

The next day, he carefully descended the mountain and went to the market.

This time, he managed to buy materials related to foundation building before rushing back.