Chapter 110: Chapter 109 - The Master Will Show You a Performance of Overturned Water Recovery [Third Update, Please Subscribe]_1
The White Bone Demon knelt on the ground, earnestly begging to learn.
Indeed, she was the reincarnation of a pile of bones, so she primarily cultivated her Primordial Spirit.
Sha Chen’s [Hero Spirit Formula] was the Dao Technique she desired yet couldn’t obtain, hence her face was full of longing.
No longer did she have the disdain she held at the beginning; in her heart, she admired Sha Chen.
Who would have thought he could possess such Dao Techniques? The cultivation of the Primordial Spirit is profoundly mysterious and extremely rare, yet he has it.
White Bone Demon was inwardly shocked, feeling that Sha Chen had donned a veil of mystery in her heart.
It seemed that the outside world’s understanding of Sha Chen was mistaken.
Sha Chen did not keep White Bone Demon in suspense, directly imparting the [Hero Spirit Formula] to her and also taught her the 72 Polymorphic Transformations.
White Bone Demon held complete admiration for Sha Chen, prostrating herself utterly.
She primarily cultivated her Primordial Spirit, was second most skilled in shapeshifting Divine Powers, and after that, ice Cultivation.
Sha Chen tailor-made his teachings for her, imparting Dao Techniques and Divine Powers, which made her admire him immensely from the bottom of her heart.
Her admiration for Sha Chen was like looking up to a towering mountain.
Imparting these things to her was also part of Sha Chen’s intentions. Besides enhancing White Bone Demon’s strength, it was also to ensure her loyalty.
Since he had forced her to submit, she was bound to be dissatisfied.
Although she couldn’t betray him, she might still serve him half-heartedly.
To prevent her from performing her duties perfunctorily, which could delay important matters, and because he wanted her to be capable of more, he decided to invest some resources in her.
After all, the 72 Polymorphic Transformations were already commonplace; among his followers, it was almost as if they were being wholesaled, so he didn’t mind one more.
The Spirit Summoning Decree was also a Dao Technique he planned to use to win over subordinates. It didn’t matter who he gave it to; giving it to someone in dire need was the best way to earn their gratitude.
He was always attentive to White Bone Demon’s expressions and noticed that she indeed harbored awe and gratitude towards him.
Sha Chen was very pleased. It seems my efforts weren’t in vain.
Moreover, White Bone Demon’s talent was truly exceptional. It took her only two years to master the 72 Polymorphic Transformations and the Spirit Summoning Decree.
「During this time, Jade Rabbit had finished her Cultivation.」
Seeing White Bone Demon cultivating in the palace, her expression was complex, pouting with jealousy.
She complained, "General, why keep her around? Could it be you prefer her over Bunny?"
Sha Chen said, "She is now one of us."
Jade Rabbit said, "But she tried to kill me before and almost harmed you, General."
Sha Chen said, "When her Cultivation is over, I’ll have her apologize to you."
Jade Rabbit’s expression finally softened a little. When the time comes, I’ll teach White Bone Demon a lesson, she decided. I’ll let her know who the real mistress of this place is!
Sha Chen was unaware of Jade Rabbit’s thoughts. Had he known, he probably would have sighed for her.
Among all his followers, White Bone Demon’s cunning and treacherous nature was the worst.
Jade Rabbit, naive and romantic, would probably be played to death by White Bone Demon.
"Yu Er, did you bring back any good news this time?" Sha Chen inquired with anticipation.
He recalled that the last time he had sent Jade Rabbit out, it was to search for a phoenix tree.
Cultivating under a phoenix tree could lead to twice the result with half the effort, and one’s comprehension abilities could improve significantly.
Even if she couldn’t bring the whole phoenix tree back, just a piece of its wood would be immensely beneficial.
Jade Rabbit’s face turned red as she said, "General, I’m sorry to disappoint you, but I couldn’t bring the phoenix tree back. There were too many contenders, and a great Daluo Golden Immortal demon snatched it away."
Sha Chen looked disappointed; all that anticipation had been for nothing.
His hand, which had been preparing food, paused. The pork belly he was about to use for braised pork was carelessly tossed back into the bowl. I’ll eat it next time, he thought.
He casually said, "Then why return? Haven’t you heard that a married daughter is like spilled water—impossible to retrieve? That’s the principle."
What a prodigal woman, not bringing anything back but an empty mouth; how could he afford to maintain her?
Returning to your parent’s house, you should at least bring a couple of chickens; yet you return empty-handed.
Jade Rabbit said shamefully, "However, I have learned of that great demon’s lair. I’ll steal it some other day."
Sha Chen’s eyes brightened, then he asked with concern, "Is it safe?"
Jade Rabbit, touched beyond words, said, "General, you worry about me too much. Even if it’s dangerous, I’m willing to face the risk for you."
Sha Chen chuckled. He was actually worried about being implicated. If that great demon came after them, it would be troublesome.
Jade Rabbit added, "Oh, General, at the place where they were fighting for the phoenix tree, I found many corpses. They all had cultivation resources on them, and I picked them all up!"
She then took out several Qiankun Bags and handed them to Sha Chen with a radiant smile.
Sha Chen felt a surge of mixed surprise and joy. He took the bags and, upon checking their contents, was immediately overjoyed.
Although the resources in each Qiankun Bag weren’t substantial on their own, Jade Rabbit had brought back quite a few of them.
This haul almost matched half of what the Spider Demon had brought back last time.
Sha Chen immediately stroked his chin, deep in thought.
Who knew that profiting through scavenging could be so easy and safe? Should I consider having others focus on this?
He only pondered it briefly since usually, it’s the victors who clean up the battlefield.
To scavenge, both parties must be equally damaged, or the victors must be too busy to sweep the battlefield.
Like during the recent contest for the phoenix tree, the victorious demon was too busy escaping with the tree to bother cleaning up, to avoid further trouble.
This was what had benefitted Jade Rabbit, allowing her to bring back numerous resources.
Jade Rabbit was blinking expectantly at Sha Chen, waiting for his praise.
Sha Chen, however, just gave an awkward laugh. He suddenly splashed out the pot of stew he had just finished cooking, making Jade Rabbit jump in fright. But, the very next moment, Sha Chen, moving with even greater speed, caught every last drop of the soup back into the pot.
He grinned and said, "Yu Er, look at me! Am I amazing or what?"
Jade Rabbit couldn’t hide her admiration as she said, "Amazing! But why, General?"
Sha Chen explained, "It’s nothing. I just wanted to perform ’Recovering Spilled Water’ for you. You are the prettiest girl of the Flowing Sand River, and my door is always open for you."
Jade Rabbit was moved to tears and threw herself into Sha Chen’s arms, crying a storm.
Meanwhile, Sha Chen wiped a bead of sweat from his brow. Good thing I managed to smooth that over, he thought. It wouldn’t do to hurt the feelings of such an excellent tool... I mean, helper.
「Later,」
Sha Chen sorted out some useless Cultivation Methods and Divine Powers, along with some junk Magical Tools, putting each category into separate bags.
He then handed these things to Jade Rabbit.
Jade Rabbit said, "General, I don’t need this trash."
Sha Chen replied, "They’re not for you. You’re supposed to sell them."
"You take them and find people who need them, then sell them at a high price. Exchange them for resources—it’s mutually beneficial, turning waste into treasure."
Jade Rabbit’s eyes lit up. "General, you truly have a quick mind! After we complete the transaction, we can follow them and rob them on the way! Then, after laying low for a bit, we can sell the items back to them next year!"
Sha Chen’s cheek twitched.
He hadn’t suggested that; what kind of bandit logic was this?
Although that method would be highly profitable, it was far too risky and could easily turn him into a common enemy.
He said, "Absolutely not. Once they’re sold, they’re sold. Don’t snatch them back. This is a one-time deal. Don’t cause me any trouble."
Jade Rabbit nodded. The General is just being too cautious, she thought.
However, it was clear she hadn’t really taken his words to heart.