Old Black Bear and Striped Tiger were stunned. They had only sat down to cultivate for a short while when they sensed a gentle yet miraculous energy suddenly appear within their bodies. That energy continued to release itself. They could feel the impurities in their bodies being expelled through their pores, while their meridians were rapidly opening up and their blood began to boil. Their strength started rising noticeably.
Old Black Bear opened his eyes and said tremblingly, "Big Cat, do you think this is a reward from the master of the formation?"
Striped Tiger nodded. "I think so. After all, we killed the Green Python that attacked his formation, and we also helped guard this place, preventing other demonic beasts or humans from accidentally entering."
However, Old Black Bear shook his head. "Big Cat, you're wrong. We've been guarding this place, yet the Tiger and Bear Tribes haven't had a single conflict. Any other demonic beast or human who sees this would think something was unusual. Besides, spiritual energy is flowing into the formation. I'm guessing this is most likely the legendary Spirit Gathering Formation. The formation's master rewarded us because he took a liking to us brothers."
Striped Tiger greatly admired Old Black Bear's analysis. "Brother Bear, as expected of someone released from a human prince's estate. You see right through these things. You look honest and simple on the surface, but you're as cunning as a fox inside. That Green Python didn't die unjustly."
Old Black Bear rose from the ground, shook his body, and headed outside. "You say that as if you weren't released from a human prince's estate too. You're no less clever than I am. Enough talking. Let's find a river and wash ourselves first. We stink."
"Mm." Striped Tiger hurriedly got up as