The Roly-Poly Cubs Enter the Mountain

Li Chengyi unusually spent three days in the Mountain.

He took Chen Binglan on a tour of North Spring Mountain.

The Little Fox in the Mountain looked rather sullen upon seeing the two so inseparable, its icy blue eyes staring blankly at them.

Facing his daughter-in-law, Gu Yuanqing was generous, spending time deduce the cultivation method for her, imprinting it on her mind with his Divine Sense, and guiding her cultivation.

Li Chengyi's cultivation had already reached the Dao Fire Peak, but Gu Yuanqing was still not quite satisfied.

Li Chengyi possessed extraordinary talent, and his Divine Court contained rare treasures, Spirit Spring and Restoration Pill provided by Gu Yuanqing, Cultivation Method specially devised for him, and Gu Yuanqing personally expounding the teachings to him.

Add to that the Heaven, and even the core disciples of the Sect would find it hard to compare with such treatment. Yet, seven years have passed, and he still hasn't stepped into the Divine Platform.

Li Chengyi made repeated assurances to Gu Yuanqing before Gu Yuanqing waved him off back into Fengtian City.

Chen Binglan stared wide-eyed in disbelief as she watched herself return to the mansion from North Spring Mountain in the blink of an eye.

North Spring Mountain returned to calm, and two days later, Xiong Mo arrived above North Spring Mountain.

Behind it, a dozen or so Gungun, adorable creatures frolicked in the Cloud Layer.

Half of North Spring Mountain appeared in the Demon Realm.

"What is this, Clan Leader Xiong?" Gu Yuanqing looked at Xiong Mo in surprise.

Xiong Mo smiled and said, "Daoist Friend once said that he had paid rent to my Iron Eater Tribe for a hundred years, and I agreed to that at the time. A promise is a promise. However, I think that you and my Iron Eater Tribe are friends who have fought against the enemy together. It would be unbecoming of a friend to come and collect rent at this time. Why don't you send a few little guys over? Consider it a visit. Your Human Race has hostages when forming alliances. This way, everyone can feel at ease."

Gu Yuanqing looked at the little creatures, both amused and exasperated. "Clan Leader Xiong is so comfortable entrusting his people to me?"

Xiong Mo laughed and said, "My Iron Eater Tribe has Innate Divine Ability, which allows us to sense the good and evil intentions of others. I can sense that you have no ill will towards my Iron Eater Tribe, so even though the origin of your mountain is unknown and it has fallen into my Boundary Domain, I have never questioned it."

Gu Yuanqing suddenly stared at Xiong Mo and said, "Clan leader, is something big about to happen? Otherwise, even if something were to happen, you wouldn't have sent the clan's cubs to my Mountain, would you?"

Upon hearing this, Xiong Mo was taken aback. After a moment of silence, he waved his hand, and the Heavenly Human Realm concealed the surroundings before saying, "There have indeed been some changes. Since Daoist Friend has brought it up, then I, Xiong, will speak the truth."

"Speaking!"

Xiong Mo's expression also turned serious. "In recent years, the Demonic Qi in this Boundary Domain has become increasingly dense. It is said that riots in the Underground Cave occur frequently. Perhaps this is why the Human Race rang the Nine-Sound Heavenly King Bell."

"Changes in Demonic Qi?" Gu Yuanqing was slightly surprised.

Xiong Mo looked around and said, "It's strange, the changes in Demonic Qi are more obvious Outer Realm, but it's a bit better in my Iron Eater Tribe's Boundary Domain, especially around where Daoist Friend is, the Demonic Qi is much thinner than elsewhere."

Upon hearing this, Gu Yuanqing immediately guessed something: the increased Demonic Qi might be related to the cessation of the Floating World Ancient Array.

The thinner Demonic Qi here is naturally related to the constant transformation of Demonic Qi at North Spring Mountain, something Xiong Mo probably guessed but didn't say aloud. He didn't want to discuss it further and asked, "Isn't abundant Demonic Qi more conducive to cultivation? Isn't that a good thing?"

Xiong Mo said, "If one condenses their Divine Soul, there will naturally be more benefits. However, if the Divine Soul is not formed, even if one condenses their Inner Core, too much Demonic Qi is not a good thing. During cultivation, one is easily influenced by it, which can alter one's mind. The lower one's cultivation level, the greater the influence."

Gu Yuanqing fell silent for a moment, not expecting that the cessation of the Floating World Demon Refining Array would also affect the Demon Realm.

Xiong Mo laughed and said, "We don't know what caused this, nor do we know if the situation will continue to change. So our Iron Eater Tribe must prepare in advance."

At this point, Xiong Mo paused for a moment, then smiled and said, "If such a thing really happens in the Daoist Friend, and if you have the ability to go to other realms, you might have to trouble Daoist Friend. Of course, my Iron Eater Tribe will not let Daoist Friend help for nothing. Over the years, we have accumulated some things that Daoist Friend might find useful."

Gu Yuanqing suppressed his thoughts and then said, "Let's discuss these matters further later if they are truly as they are. I do quite like these little fellows, and it wouldn't be a problem for them to stay in my Mountain. However, there's something I must make clear beforehand, Chief."

"Daoist Friend, please speak."

Gu Yuanqing said slowly, "There are some things in these Mountain that are not suitable for outsiders to know. If they live in these mountains, they may not be able to leave for a long time."

Upon hearing this, Xiong Mo frowned slightly. He stared at Gu Yuanqing for a long while before finally smiling, "There's a saying among Human Race: 'When in Rome, do as the Romans do.' Since we've come to Daoist Friend Mountain, we'll abide by Daoist Friend rules. However, I hope Daoist Friend 'll treat them well. Although they haven't awakened their Demon Race bloodline yet and can only be considered Demon Beast, they are still members of the Iron Eater Tribe."

Gu Yuanqing laughed, "The clan leader doesn't need to worry about that. In my hometown, they are all national treasures, and everyone loves them."

Xiong Mo was taken aback upon hearing this, and asked urgently, "Daoist Friend also have Iron Eater Tribe?"

Gu Yuanqing paused for a moment, then said, "Yes, but perhaps they can't be considered Demon Race."

Xiong Mo was somewhat lost in thought, "It's alright if I can't become Demon Race, at least I'll still be a member of my Iron-Eating Tribe."

As it spoke, several books and Jade Slip slips appeared in its hand, and these items quickly floated towards Gu Yuanqing.

"These are some human Cultivation Method that my clan has collected over the years. They are not of much use to my Iron Eater Tribe, but consider them a token of Daoist Friend gratitude. I will trouble you to take care of these little Daoist Friend."

"Thank you very much, clan chief. Don't worry, I guarantee I'll raise these little guys to be plump and healthy." Gu Yuanqing accepted them without ceremony, his eyes crinkling with laughter as he looked at the group of Gungun. He had wanted to touch them ever since he saw them on TV in his previous life, and now he finally had the chance.

Xiong Mo felt that Gu Yuanqing's words were strange, but it could sense the goodwill in Gu Yuanqing, so it didn't think about it too much.

With the changes in the Demon Realm, the Demonic Dragon Clan has also set its sights on the Iron Eater Tribe. Although the clan has its own resources, it's good to spread out its branches to prevent any unforeseen events. These little guys are considered to be some bloodlines left behind for the Iron Eater Tribe.

Moreover, as Heavenly Human Great Demon, its innate Innate Divine Ability to sense good and evil also has other wonderful uses, namely, to vaguely sense the secrets of Heavenly Secrets. It can vaguely see the changes in the fortunes of these little guys when they were chosen and sent to this Mountain.

Entering this mountain is not a dangerous place, but an opportunity, so most of these little guys are among the most talented in the clan.

With a wave of its hand, it sent them all into the Mountain, then raised its two small hands and solemnly bowed to Gu Yuanqing in the manner of Human Race.

Gu Yuanqing returned the greeting with a cupped hand.

Xiong Mo's figure then disappeared into the air.

North Spring Mountain disappeared into the Void.

At the mountaintop, Gu Yuanqing looked at the group of half-grown children with a smile, squatted down, and then picked one up.

"Come here, sweetie, let me pet you."