NOVEL NEXT Ch. 53
Chapter 53: Heavy Abyss Water-Suppressing Formation
“This is too valuable.”
Chen Beiwu waved his hand, revealing a look of being flattered.
“It’s just a set of low-tier formation. I, your sister, can make it with a flick of my hand. How could it be considered precious?”
Ming Xue forcibly shoved the formation disk into Chen Beiwu’s hand.
Her right hand, seemingly unintentionally, brushed against Chen Beiwu’s slender, well-defined, jade-like palm.
“Thank you, Sister Xue.” Chen Beiwu accepted the gift and took out a black box from his Crimson‑Void Storage Ring, presenting it with both hands.
“What’s this?” Ming Xue was momentarily stunned.
“Just a small token. Sister Xue, you can open it and see if you like it.” Chen Beiwu smiled slightly.
Ming Xue opened the box lid and was slightly surprised to see neatly arranged Dragon Head Dendrobium inside.
Although Yellow-Tailed Dendrobium appeared to be of unranked grade, it was actually quite valuable. On the Immortal Alliance Official Website, it could even sell for thirty spirit yuan per jin.
The reason was simple—Yellow-Tailed Dendrobium had effects of regulating Qi, calming the spirit, nourishing essence, and supporting yang. It also had a unique flavor and was extremely favored by Fire-Element Spirit Beasts.
It was well-known that Fire-Element Spirit Beasts were usually irritable and highly aggressive. Sometimes, they would even backfire on their masters, and even harsh training with sticks couldn’t easily control them.
However, consuming Yellow-Tailed Dendrobium could alleviate such violent tempers in Fire-Element Spirit Beasts, helping stabilize their emotions.
Among Yellow-Tailed Dendrobium, the Dragon Head Dendrobium was considered a supreme grade, with outstanding effects in calming the explosive temper of Fire-Element Spirit Beasts.
It was rumored that long-term consumption of Dragon Head Dendrobium might even enhance a Fire-Element Spirit Beast’s sensitivity to fire-type spiritual Qi.
There were around two jin of Dragon Head Dendrobium in the box. Compared to the price of the Triple Water-Locking Formation Disk sold on the Immortal Alliance Official Website, it was slightly cheaper, but not by much—around fifty spirit yuan.
Ming Xue accepted the gift box and looked at Chen Beiwu with growing appreciation. “I really like your gift.”
It was rare to encounter a Second-Tier Formation Dao expert. Chen Beiwu naturally wouldn’t let the opportunity slip by and casually brought up several formation problems he hadn’t been able to solve.
Ming Xue, worthy of being a teacher at Anyang No.1 High School, always answered his questions in the simplest and clearest manner.
“So a Second-Tier Water-Attribute Formation can also counter a Thunder-Attribute Lesser Beast?” Chen Beiwu asked in surprise.
“Of course.” Ming Xue nodded. “Formations aren’t so inflexible. The Five Elements support and restrain each other. Since thunder can subdue water, water can naturally counter thunder in turn.”
“The Second-Tier High-Grade Spirit Formation, Heavy Abyss Water-Suppressing Formation, can generate Heavy Abyssal Water with extremely high density and imbued with profound cold energy.”
“This spiritual water can not only absorb and weaken the demonic power of Thunder-Attribute Beast Creatures but can also attract thunder and erode and freeze flesh.”
“If in a place rich with water-type spiritual aura, even a Ninth-Level Qi Refining cultivator can easily suppress and kill a Thunder-Attribute Lesser Beast with less than two hundred years of cultivation.”
Hearing this, Chen Beiwu was stirred and quickly asked, “Even if a Qi Refining cultivator’s divine sense is insufficient, can they still set up the Heavy Abyss Water-Suppressing Formation?”
The Still Sea Nine-Curve Formation was a Second-Tier Low-Grade Water-Attribute Formation. A Qi Refining cultivator could forcibly deploy it using a formation disk to exhibit its full might.
But the Heavy Abyss Water-Suppressing Formation was a Second-Tier High-Grade Formation, with difficulty comparable to the Yin-Yang Disorder Formation.
“Of course they can.” Ming Xue gave him a strange look. “Since a Ninth-Level Qi Refining cultivator can preside over a Second-Tier Formation, naturally they can deploy one too—just with the aid of a few extra methods.”
Chen Beiwu furrowed his brows, showing confusion.
Ming Xue explained casually, “If divine sense is insufficient, one can supplement it with external items. A Ninth-Level Qi Refining cultivator can use a Soul-Trapping Stone to collect the soul of a water-attribute spirit, and then use it to power the formation. That way, the Heavy Abyss Water-Suppressing Formation can be deployed beyond one's level.”
Realization dawned on Chen Beiwu.
The Soul-Trapping Stone went against the natural order, no wonder Teacher Zhao hadn’t suggested such a method back then.
With the doubt cleared, he no longer hesitated. After exchanging contact details with Sister Xue, he took his leave.
‘No wonder Foundation Establishment male cultivators like young girls. Aside from craving beauty, the aura of youth itself is equally alluring.’
As Chen Beiwu’s figure disappeared, Ming Xue looked at her right hand with hesitation, then lowered her head to gently sniff it, her eyes revealing a hint of satisfaction.
Elsewhere, Chen Beiwu let out a long breath of relief.
Although he didn’t want to admit it, appearance really was a weapon at times.
Had he been average-looking and failed to match Ming Xue’s preferences, their conversation wouldn’t have gone so smoothly. They might have even clashed the moment any misunderstanding occurred.
That afternoon.
In Yuankong County, at Shouhe No.2 High School.
Xu Ziqing and Xu Lingling stood by a tree. Their graceful figures attracted the attention of many passing students, but no one dared to approach them.
Only when Chen Beiwu appeared did the coldness on the girls’ faces vanish, replaced with heartfelt smiles.
“These are gifts for you.” Chen Beiwu took out two boxes and handed them over respectively.
The two girls exchanged glances, both surprised and delighted.
Having known Chen Beiwu for so long, it was their first time receiving gifts from him.
“Is it a token of our love?” Xu Ziqing teased boldly, making Xu Lingling blush and unconsciously clench her right hand.
“Crack! Boom!” The tree toppled, stirring up a cloud of dust.
Seeing this, Chen Beiwu activated Wind Control to disperse the dust coming at them.
“It’s not a love token. Teacher Li has one too.” He explained.
Chen Beiwu had prepared four specially made gift boxes, all filled with top-quality Dragon Head Dendrobium.
Sister Qin had a share as well—it might help relieve some of her loan pressure.
“Just joking.” Sensing the Scarlet Flame Fox struggling in her arms, Xu Ziqing smiled gently. “Can I open the box?”
“Of course.”
As soon as she spoke, the Scarlet Flame Fox in her arms immediately stretched out its tiny paw to flip open the box, revealing the plump and lustrous Dragon Head Dendrobium inside.
“Ying ying ying!”
The Scarlet Flame Fox widened its eyes, its face full of craving.
Seeing the surprise on both girls’ faces, Chen Beiwu spoke up. “I went to Anyi County two days ago to purchase some Yellow-Tailed Dendrobium. Luckily, I found some Dragon Head Dendrobium.”
“If you want to eat it, go ahead.”
Xu Ziqing set down the box and looked at Chen Beiwu. “Are you planning to give up cultivation and go into business?”
“Of course not.” Chen Beiwu chuckled. “Cultivation needs Spirit Yuan. I’m at least a streamer—I’ve got to find some way to monetize.”
“You actually don’t need to work so hard.” Xu Ziqing hinted meaningfully.
“There’s no such thing as easy cultivation.” Chen Beiwu shifted the topic, intending to take his leave.
Xu Ziqing suddenly invited, “After contracting our Companion Beasts, we haven’t sparred yet. Interested in a match?”
“Sure.” Chen Beiwu didn’t refuse.
Water and fire restrain and generate each other. This would be a good chance to see Golden Egg’s combat capability.
“I can be the referee.” Xu Lingling raised her hand.
The three of them moved to the battle arena. Under Xu Lingling’s curious gaze, Chen Beiwu summoned Golden Egg.
“Splash!”
“Splash!”
“Splash!”
Watching the plump Golden Scale roll over repeatedly on the arena platform, Xu Lingling revealed a strange expression.
“Aren’t you going to cast Water Flow Technique?” she turned to look at Chen Beiwu.