Basic Battle Beast!

Zhang Yuan immediately noticed the new content on the Divine Nest panel.

The previously vacant room finally welcomed the occupancy of the seventh host, making his recent efforts worthwhile.

After a moment of contemplation, Zhang Yuan closed the panel.

Then activated the new host.

Instantly, Zhang Yuan’s left hand felt a burning sensation on the back, and the Divine Nest Badge suddenly appeared.

It emitted a faint glow.

Simultaneously, the Gray-toothed Lynx, which had just been placed in the nest, appeared out of thin air and landed on the ground with a "howl".

Unlike its previous fierce and aggressive demeanor, it adorably rubbed its head against Zhang Yuan’s calf, showing a cute expression with its pink tongue.

Zhang Yuan smiled, unable to resist reaching out to pet its furry big head — the texture was quite pleasant!

The Gray-toothed Lynx emitted a purring sound from its throat, sticking close to Zhang Yuan’s palm, appearing to enjoy the sensation.

It had the distinct vibe of a tiger turned into a cat.

In reality, this battle beast’s size was similar to that of a small, juvenile tiger with a robust and intimidating physique.

It retracted its claws and conveyed a desire to Zhang Yuan.

Understandingly, Zhang Yuan pointed to the Fire-Eared Rabbit still stuck in the crevice.

With his permission, the Gray-toothed Lynx immediately leapt over and bit through the rabbit’s neck, easily tearing open the skin with its sharp claws to feast on the fresh meat.

Zhang Yuan noticed that it was quite picky about its food, though also a savage eater, it only devoured the tastiest parts.

For instance, it completely disregarded the foul-smelling innards of the Fire-Eared Rabbit.

Of the approximately dozens of pounds of rabbit, it only ate about a third.

The Gray-toothed Lynx was clearly not satisfied by this.

It licked its paw stained with rabbit blood, looking up at Zhang Yuan and whimpered.

Zhang Yuan: "..."

Shaking his head, Zhang Yuan took out a large piece of Rock Antelope meat from his Storage Space and tossed it to this voracious fellow.

Rock Antelope is a type of goat living in the Upper Scenic Celestial and surrounding mountainous regions, its meat extraordinarily delicious. He hunted a few before, hence stored over a hundred pounds in his Storage Space.

Originally intended to indulge himself, or for emergencies.

But now, it’s fed to the Gray-toothed Lynx.

The Gray-toothed Lynx evidently enjoyed the Rock Antelope meat, munching happily, visibly thrilled and satisfied.

This made Zhang Yuan feel like he had fallen into a trap.

Had he raised a glutton?

The Gray-toothed Lynx devoured nearly fifty pounds of mutton, finally satisfied and no longer begging food from Zhang Yuan.

After filling its stomach, it bounded around Zhang Yuan actively.

Appeared very lively.

Zhang Yuan pondered for a moment and didn’t immediately retrieve the Gray-toothed Lynx into the Divine Nest.

His instincts told him that leaving the battle beast outside would be beneficial for its growth and cultivating mutual understanding.

All Zhang Yuan could do now was to invest the Source Material he had saved into the seventh nest.

Level 4 Silver Mouse requires too much Source Material to upgrade to Level 5, and the current Storage Space capacity is completely sufficient. Therefore, using the upcoming Source Material to nurture the Gray-toothed Lynx would be the most cost-effective.

Zhang Yuan was eager to see what kind of combat power a Level 5 Gray-toothed Lynx would possess!

He whistled for the Gray-toothed Lynx, which had run into the bushes, to return.

Then embarked on his journey back.

Zhang Yuan planned to report to Upper Scenic Celestial upon returning, to officially grant the Gray-toothed Lynx a Pet Taming status.

Raising Beast Pets is not uncommon, in fact, within the Daoist Lineage, there is a branch specializing in Beast Taming. Additionally, many major forces and families invest human resources and materials to cultivate Beast Pets.

The most common include Hawks used for communication, Wolf Dogs for hunting and tracking, horses for riding, etc.

As a foreign Martial Artist, Zhang Yuan didn’t have the identity of a sect disciple. If he wanted to let the Gray-toothed Lynx openly appear within the mountain gate, he must report it and acquire a Pet Taming Token.

During the journey back, his mood was quite cheerful and pleasant.

Above his head, the Red-eyed Crow patrolled, and beside him, the Gray-toothed Lynx accompanied, not lonely even while traveling alone!

However, as Zhang Yuan approached the cliff of the canyon, he suddenly stopped.

The Gray-toothed Lynx sensed something, displaying a vigilant expression towards the forest ahead.

The battle beast quietly took a step back, lowered its body and assumed a combat stance.

Clang!

Zhang Yuan abruptly drew his blade, coldly stating: "Come out, what’s the point of hiding?"

Each time he ventured into Mo Yuan, Zhang Yuan always maintained a high degree of vigilance.

Always used the Red-eyed Crow as his eyes and ears, employing this Intermediate Servant Spirit to scout the route.

Even for the return journey, no exception.

It was this cautiousness that allowed Zhang Yuan to avoid encountering insurmountable dangers in Mo Yuan, fraught with peril!

Just now, the Red-eyed Crow discovered a suspicious presence.

As soon as he finished speaking, a figure silently appeared ahead.

The opponent was alone, wearing tight clothes with a longsword at his waist, his face twisted in anger.

It was none other than Yue Yihuo!

Zhang Yuan never expected to encounter this Tier Six powerhouse in Mo Yuan.

The opponent was clearly there to confront him!

Zhang Yuan understood this was undoubtedly another scheme arranged by the Qianjing Yang Family.

A relentless pursuit that seemed to never end!

Back then, Yue Yihuo accused Zhang Yuan of cheating in the battle arena, ended up humiliated and expelled from the mountain gate.

Since then, there had been no news of Yue Yihuo, the Level 6 powerhouse.

And now, he awaited here today!

"You little brat!"

Yue Yihuo completely tore off his false mask, viciously saying: "Let’s see who will save you today!"

Within Upper Scenic Celestial’s mountain gate, restricted by sect rules, even with overwhelming Cultivation Realm and numerous potent techniques, he couldn’t directly utilize them.

But within this lawless Mo Yuan, the situation was completely different.

Yue Yihuo could unleash his full might, completely subjugate Zhang Yuan, and vent his anger!

Clang!

The longsword was unsheathed, and the cold gleam of the Profound Soldiers instantly illuminated all around, showcasing immense confidence!

The Cyan Blade Sword in his hand was a high tier Profound Soldiers, and the Shocking Feather Swordsmanship practiced had reached the Grandmaster Realm, capable of unleashing combat power from decades of profound cultivation, far from the restrained circumstances of before.

Yue Yihuo was fully confident in defeating Zhang Yuan within ten moves!

At this moment, Yue Yihuo’s combat intent and conviction had reached their peak.

His spirit and the Profound Soldiers in hand merged as one, with Gang Qi inside surging vigorously.

About to unleash a world-shattering strike!

But right then, Yue Yihuo’s brow suddenly twitched.

All the hairs on his body stood on end, as an indescribable sense of fear suddenly overwhelmed him.

The Tier Six powerhouse, felt as if he had plunged into an ice cavern.