Chapter 58: The Way of Survival for Small Fry

  "Have you found the cub?" Wan Gui Lao Zu also asked with some tension, his body unconsciously leaning forward.

  Lei Dong and Ding Yuanyan exchanged a glance, and they both summoned two Soul-Devouring Shadow Tiger cubs from their spirit beast bags. The two beasts opened their blurry eyes, showing no fear. Instead, they tottered and jumped in front of their masters, surrounding them with an air of flattery.

  Wan Gui Lao Zu was both delighted and disappointed at the same time. He was happy that they had indeed found the Shadow Tiger cubs, but he was also disappointed that they had already been sacrificed. However, these two were his proud disciples, and Lei Dong had even given him a high-quality Ling Ghost before. As their elder, Lao Zu forced a smile: "Not bad, not bad. Even if it's just for these two Shadow Tiger cubs, thoroughly offending the Ku Bone Peak is still extremely worthwhile. You two are quite lucky, haha!"

  "That was Lei Shi-di's luck, if he hadn't insisted on taking action against Bai Li Yun, he would have missed this great opportunity." Ding Yuanyan initially took action, thinking she just wanted to help Lei Dong a bit. But unexpectedly, she actually managed to get two Shadow Tiger cubs, this matter is truly hard to imagine. The Soul-Devouring Shadow Tiger has a hint of Ancient True Spirit bloodline, such high-grade demon beasts are already rare, and if you want them to become pregnant, it's even more difficult. Because the stronger the bloodline or the demon beast itself, the lower the probability of leaving behind offspring.

  "This matter actually also thanks to Master Dīng's good luck, if not for her coincidentally meeting me in Yīn Fēng Xiá Gǔ. Even if I had met Bǎi Lǐ Yún at the Shadow Tiger, I wouldn't have dared to make any rash moves. Let alone catch two cubs." Léi Dòng said with a humble face: "It's me who stole Master Dīng's thunder after all."

  "You'd better stop pushing your luck." Guinu, who had been watching them grow up, naturally knew what kind of person Leidong was beneath his goofy exterior. Unable to hold back, he interrupted with a tone that wasn't very friendly: "You two getting the Shadow Tiger cubs is indeed a stroke of great fortune. Leidong doesn't dare say it, but Wen Yan has almost paved the way for you to reach the Golden Dan period. However, Mount Ku Bone isn't just any ordinary place. You snatched food from their mouths and severely injured Bailingyun, whom Old Ancestor Ku Bone values greatly. Have you thought about how you're going to bear their revenge?"

  "We won't talk about that for now, I have something to offer to the Ancestor," said Lei Dong, taking out the corpse of the Shadow Tiger from his storage waistband and placing it in front of him. He bowed respectfully to the Ancestor and said, "As a disciple who has been under your protection and care for many years, I wanted to repay you but didn't know how. This Shadow Tiger may not be worth much, but it's a small token of our sincerity."

  Wan Gui Lao Zu has lived for many years, how could he not see through that little thought of yours? His eyes widened and he said: "Lei Dong, do you think you can bribe me with this small thing to help you get out of trouble?"

  "My disciple would never have such intentions." The longer he spent with Wan Gui Lao Zu, the more Lei Dong realized that although the old master was fierce, he was extremely protective of his disciples, especially his favorite ones. Even if this matter wasn't mentioned, Wan Gui Lao Zu wouldn't just sit back and do nothing. Therefore, when facing the old master, he was much bolder than before, with a straight face and flattering tone: "As I said, this Shadow Tiger is just my filial piety to you, Master." He paused for a moment, then continued with a sly smile: "But I think, Master, you wouldn't just sit back and do nothing, letting us disciples be bullied by the Bone Peak, would you?"

  "Fart." Wan Gui Lao Zu also cursed and scolded, then glared with a bad temper: "Taking you as my direct disciple is the biggest mistake I've ever made. You're always causing trouble outside, I don't care if you live or die. When sacrificing the young cubs, why didn't you think of me? Humph, are you afraid I'll be jealous?" Although it was just angry words, Wan Gui Lao Zu indeed had some jealousy. However, what's even more infuriating is that Lei Dong underestimated himself too much. Could it be that he, as a respected elder, would really fight with two beloved juniors for food? But thinking about it again, if there were really two un-sacrificed young cubs in front of him, it would be truly difficult to choose. Lei Dong had made things easy for himself by directly avoiding the difficult choice.

  Lei Dong knew that Lao Zu was definitely upset about the cub's matter. He had a ready response, and with a flattering smile on his face, he said: "Yes, yes, Lao Zu is right to scold me, it's just that the disciples are too young and have a family air. However, when it comes back, the Shadow Tiger cub is trained by the disciples, and the effect of being personally trained by Lao Zu is the same. Maybe it's even better."

  Wan Gui Lao Zu sat upright in his chair, slanting a glance at him: "Oh, I'd like to see what you're made of. What kind of nonsense can you spout?"

  Lei Dong coughed twice, his face turned serious, and he said solemnly: "The old ancestor opened the mountain gate and established the cave mansion. He widely accepted disciples, what was the purpose of that?" After a pause, he continued: "I, your disciple, dare to make an educated guess, the old ancestor certainly didn't do it because he was bored or idle, nor was it to show off his love."

  Wan Gui Lao Zu snorted coldly and stared at him, saying: "Continue speaking."

  "In fact, the old ancestor also knew that in this world of immortals where the strong prey on the weak, those who come and go alone often find it difficult to survive. Therefore, the old ancestor hoped to establish his own foundation and form a power of his own.

  Lei Dong lowered his head, his face serious and solemn as he said: "I can't guarantee anything for the other disciples. But for me, Lei Dong, since I joined the old ancestor's sect, from my initial fear and worry to being able to speak freely in front of the old ancestor today... it's all because the old ancestor has been extremely kind and protective towards his disciples.

  Although I am ruthless and merciless towards our enemies, towards the old ancestor, I have only four words: respect, love, and worship. Being able to join the old ancestor's sect is truly the luckiest thing that has happened to me in this life."

  "Hmph, flattery." Although Wan Gui Lao Zu snorted disdainfully, he was still quite pleased in his heart. Flattery is something everyone loves to hear. Especially since Lei Dong's words were so moving and sincere, although they were indeed flattery, one couldn't help but admit that this time his words really did come from the bottom of his heart. With Lao Zu's discerning eye, how could he not see through it? Moreover, Lao Zu himself acknowledged that he had always been very good to Lei Dong. Lei Dong's words were not exaggerated.

  "The disciple can swear to heaven, the words spoken by the old ancestor are from the heart and soul. If there is any falsehood, I will suffer a death of being devoured by ten thousand ghosts." Lei Dong made a solemn oath without any psychological barrier. It's not because he was a transmigrator who didn't believe in oaths. But rather, towards the old ancestor, he truly revered and worshiped from the bottom of his heart. He had to admit that the old ancestor's demeanor and care had touched him deeply. Especially during that time when facing the ghostly pressure, the old ancestor suddenly appeared before him, that majestic back figure made his heart surge with emotions.

  Moreover, he has already become a disciple of the old ancestor, it's a fact. If he betrays his sect, not only will he be seeking death for himself, but also implicate his parents and family in this life. The Yin Xie Sect's methods for dealing with traitors are truly terrifying to even think about. Thus, since life is like being raped, if you can't resist then you might as well enjoy it.

  It's better to sincerely respect and revere the Old Ancestor, treating him as one's own elder and relying on him, rather than having a resistant attitude towards this powerful figure due to a sense of superiority as a transmigrator. By doing so, one will also have an easier time in the sect and be able to climb up the ranks by relying on the Old Ancestor's greatness, eventually achieving the Great Way of Golden Elixir.

  Of course, since I've made up my mind to cling to Lao Zu, being half-hearted is out of the question. With an insincere heart, how could Lao Zu, that old demon who has lived for so many years, not see through it? Lei Dong's goal is very simple: to survive in this wonderful world and then climb up, the higher the better.

  However, his qualifications were mediocre, and if he couldn't rely on cunning and excellent combat skills to plunder other people's cultivation resources, it was impossible for him to refine the Golden Elixir. And who among those with considerable resources didn't have a powerful background? If one didn't have a powerful background, they would eventually be crushed like flies in the struggle for resources. Having thought this through, Lei Dong had no psychological resistance to sincerely serving Wan Gui Lao Zu.

  Wan Gui Lao Zu gazed at Lei Dong for half a day, and sighed softly: "Lei Dong, you are indeed a rare disciple. If your qualifications were slightly better, even if it's just comparable to Zuo Chao, that would be perfect."

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