A flicker of approval passed through Mu Yunsheng's eyes. "Good!
As expected of the one in charge of the Spirit Fields—you truly have courage.
Whenever you cultivate the Soul-Nurturing Grass, that is when I will teach you the Fur-Clad Technique."
Xu Changqing let out an "Oh," seeming somewhat dissatisfied.
Seeing this, Mu Yunsheng pondered for a moment. "Of course, I can teach you a little in advance."
Xu Changqing's eyes lit up, and he was instantly interested. "What?"
Mu Yunsheng said gravely, "Though this technique is regarded as an evil art, it is actually an inheritance from the ancient hide masters. Its key lies in borrowing a form to conceal one's spirit, not in harming others.
To learn it, you must meet three conditions. Not one can be missing."
Xu Changqing focused intently, afraid of missing even a single word.
Mu Yunsheng continued, "First, Spiritual Root compatibility.
You possess a Wood Spirit Root, which happens to meet the requirement.
The wood attribute excels at sustaining the illusion of life. It allows the demon hide worn upon the body to retain the spiritual charm of a living creature at all times, extending its duration of use and making it less likely for the demon hide to backlash against you."
Xu Changqing nodded slightly. "So that's how it is."
Mu Yunsheng continued, "Second, the requirement for Divine Sense.
You are already a Golden Core True Person. The strength of your Divine Sense far surpasses that of Foundation Establishment cultivators, so you meet this condition as well.
But remember this well: when cultivating it in the future, you must be especially vigilant. The slightest error in control will allow the lingering thoughts of demonic creatures to invade your sea of consciousness. At best, your mind will become muddled; at worst, you will become