"But Jing Province was White Bone Mountain's territory, and its influence ran deep. Even in Jiangling Prefecture, they wielded considerable power. The previous two Lords of Jiangling Prefecture had both been men of White Bone Mountain!"
"Therefore, when you assume office, Minister Zhou, you must be cautious. Lord of Hundred Bones is no easy opponent!"
"Remember this well. Remember it well!"
"Rest assured, Your Majesty. Several friends will accompany me on this appointment. Even if I cannot defeat Lord of Hundred Bones, my life will not be in danger!" Zhou Xun said with cupped hands.
"Since that is the case, I can rest easy!" The Jin Emperor nodded.
After that, with no further idle chat, Zhou Xun cupped his hands and took his leave.
Once he returned to his cave abode, he could begin preparing the Illusion Spirit Elixir to help the Wind-Guiding Butterfly advance to Tier 4!
Upon returning to the cave abode, Zhou Xun slapped the Spirit Beast Pouch at his waist. Two streaks of golden and yellow spiritual light flew out and landed on the ground.
The golden light transformed into a child of eight or nine, dressed in a short golden robe. His eyes shone like bright stars, and he radiated a lively air. Two rounded dragon horns rested upon his forehead, adding several touches of childishness.
He was the Azure Golden Dragon after taking human form.
The yellow light transformed into a youth of fifteen or sixteen, his expression resolute, with a scaled tail still trailing behind him. He was the Blackscaled Armadillo after taking human form.
"Greetings, Master!" The two beasts immediately stepped before Zhou Xun as soon as they emerged.
"Very well. For the coming days, you two will serve as stewards of the cave abode. If anyone comes, notify me directly!"
"Yes,