[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-dao-lord-of-shennong":3,"chapter-dao-lord-of-shennong-dao-lord-of-shennong-chapter-74":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","Shennong Dao Lord",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2219283,3971,"Chapter 74","dao-lord-of-shennong-chapter-74",74,"\u003Cp>\"True enough, I usually listen to it while lying in bed,\" Zong Shichang said, taking pride rather than shame. \"What else is there to say about this?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Xing pointed to the two who had descended from the altar: \"Everyone who watches is a participant in the ritual. If they return the bow, it signifies approval, and the dancer and musician's spells will improve.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I suspect they will come to bow to us as well. If you return the bow, you're giving them face; if you don't, it doesn't matter.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The higher the level and appreciation ability of the observers, the more feedback the dancer and musician receive from the performance. If they can also give something, their feedback is even greater. Of course, there is a limit to this.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This group that obtained incense was a cut above those on the square, so Liu Muqing and Lu Qian naturally wouldn't let them go.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sure enough, after coming down, they ran over here and bowed to Zong Shichang's group.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Xing felt the two had performed quite well, so he cupped his hands, which counted as giving the two a 'like.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lu Qian kept staring at Zhao Xing. Seeing him cup his hands in return, she curled her lip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although this guy is detestable, he at least understands etiquette.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If only he could return the Sparrow Feather Magic Robe to her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The others also gave them face; after all, these two were from prominent families and knew Young Master Zong, so they all returned the bow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone else's return bow was very formal, but Zong Shichang took out silver banknotes from his bosom and waved them at Lu Qian and Liu Muqing: \"Two young ladies, great performance, here is a reward!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lu Qian watched Zong Shichang approach, grinding her teeth, wishing she could punch him twice, but she ultimately held back and said through gritted teeth: \"Zong Shichang, thank you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That doesn't sound sincere, I'm not giving you the top prize anymore.\" Zong Shichang laughingly handed the banknotes to Lu Qian, and for Liu Muqing, he folded the banknotes and tucked them into her hair bun.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Muqing bowed again: \"Many thanks, Young Master Zong.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Miss Liu, no need for formalities.\" Zong Shichang even cupped his hands very formally, his voice becoming much gentler.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the two left, Zhao Xing bumped Zong Shichang with his shoulder: \"Are you fond of this Miss Liu?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zong Shichang turned his head and said: \"Is it that obvious?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Xing scoffed and walked away: \"Your eyes were about to grow onto her; do you think others are stupid?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zong Shichang muttered to himself: \"Yeah, even you could tell, so why doesn't Miss Liu know my heart...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In this short time, the remaining two sticks of incense on the Altar Square were snatched away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One of them was named Gu Feng, holding a bow and arrow, with silver light flickering, followed by four or five people.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon meeting Zhao Xing's gaze, Gu Feng's expression changed slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was the archer who had attacked Zhao Xing during the day, wanting to snatch the spiritual talent. He just hadn't expected Zhao Xing to have improved so much; after absorbing three portions of spiritual talent, he had even surpassed Cao Qiushui.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After thinking about it, Gu Feng ultimately did not continue forward and lined up at the back to wait.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The recipient of the last stick of incense was a mechanism master. He was followed by two tiger-like mechanical beasts. The mechanical tigers were over two meters tall, with fangs protruding two feet from their mouths, shimmering with cold light, looking quite extraordinary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Behind the tigers followed four smaller mechanical beasts, looking strange, as if they were lizards.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Third-grade high-tier mechanical beasts? And six of them?\" Zhao Xing looked on, quite surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mechanisms of the Artisan School are driven by magic arrays, and mechanical beasts are the most difficult skill to learn among them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlike the straw man technique, mechanical beasts can exist permanently, have higher intelligence, and can even cast spells hidden within their bodies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But straw men have a time limit, cannot exist indefinitely, and have no intelligence to speak of at low grades.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, the straw man technique is not picky; a handful of withered grass can be used, allowing for on-the-spot materials, saving time and effort.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The materials for mechanical beasts are much more expensive, and it also requires time and energy to research magic arrays.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This person is named Hu Yang. To be able to make third-grade mechanical beasts in his early twenties, he is simply a rare talent.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I have to say, Artisan School clerks are truly enviable. Being able to make such powerful mechanical beasts is much better than straw men,\" Zong Shichang said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I don't envy them at all,\" Zhao Xing shook his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Brother Zhao, don't be stubborn,\" Zong Shichang said with narrowed eyes. \"Speak with your conscience.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How old did you just say he was?\" Zhao Xing asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Early twenties. If I didn't hear wrong, he should be twenty-one,\" Zong Shichang said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do you think he looks twenty-one?\" Zhao Xing asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\" Zong Shichang looked at Hu Yang's obvious forehead wrinkles, crow's feet, and dark circles, and opened his mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Look at the top of his head again, is there any hair left?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Xing shrugged and said: \"Now you know why I don't envy them, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There is no such thing as 'heavenly craftsmanship'—it's all about trading your life for it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zong Shichang couldn't help but be speechless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Xing smiled and shifted his gaze away from Hu Yang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He would never research mechanism arrays, let alone make mechanical beasts!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trading one's life for heavenly craftsmanship—that really wasn't a joke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the path of mechanism arrays, as one progresses, many secret techniques require consuming one's own heart's blood to imbue treasures with spirit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For example, the \"Heart's Blood Sharpening Method\" of swordsmiths.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To put it bluntly, it's using one's lifespan as the price to improve the intelligence, power, and so on of mechanical puppets.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As long as such secret techniques exist, it's impossible to resist using them. Use a little today, use a little tomorrow, and over time... even with the life-extending blessings of the luck-based dynasty, it's impossible to keep up!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ones mentioned above are still considered the better ones. There are some lunatics who want to be world-renowned who directly sacrifice themselves all at once; even Gan Jiang and Mo Ye would have to say \"awesome\" if they saw it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Xing is absolutely not going to research Artisan School arrays; he won't do things that shorten his life. Of course, he does like using the treasures of the Artisan School.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The people on the Altar Square were waiting for the second wave of incense, while the people below were waiting for the battle between Yang Junxiong and Du Jiaojiao to end.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, Zhao Xing noticed that the speed of the two had slowed down, and the streaks of light were gradually dimming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Clang!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a crisp sound, everyone's ears vibrated, and they hurriedly took a few steps back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two streaks of light finally separated, revealing their true forms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The battle between Yang Junxiong and Du Jiaojiao finally had a result.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sister Jiao!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lu Qian and Liu Muqing hurriedly ran over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'm fine.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Du Jiaojiao breathed slightly, her hair disheveled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yang Junxiong's hair wasn't even messy, his breathing was even; it seemed this battle had been very easy for him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"She's become stronger again,\" Zong Shichang sighed. \"Her lips untasted by any man, one punch kills a young lad—who would dare to have her at this rate?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Brother Zong, martial artists who have entered the ranks have very good hearing. If you don't watch your tongue, I'm afraid the young lad who gets killed by a punch will be you,\" Zhao Xing said calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Cough, cough.\" Zong Shichang changed the subject: \"What now? Should we make a move?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let's watch first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Xing stared ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He saw Yang Junxiong pointing his spear tip at Lu Qian and Liu Muqing, who had rushed over: \"If you continue to pester me, I will find a way to severely injure you and your friend.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You, despicable!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Shameless!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as these words were spoken, Lu Qian and Liu Muqing's expressions changed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Du Jiaojiao stopped the two, stared at Yang Junxiong for a moment, and nodded: \"I'll leave this first incense to you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yang Junxiong put away his long spear, squeezed his legs, and turned into a streak of light, rushing up the steps and into the temple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I couldn't tell Du Jiaojiao was so loyal,\" Wen Zhao said, waving his feather fan. \"She was actually willing to give up the chance to fight for the first incense for her friends.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It is indeed rare. No one can remember things on the mountain, but she still did it. Her heart is pure; no wonder her spear technique can be so formidable,\" Zhang Boran said with some emotion. \"However, she probably also felt she had no certainty of winning the first incense, which is why she gave up.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't talk so much, get ready.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Yang Junxiong entered the temple, Du Jiaojiao protected Lu Qian and Liu Muqing as they entered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When experts who have entered the ranks do this, no one dares to have any objections.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They could only watch helplessly as they occupied the first four spots for worshipping the gods.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now the positions for the first four sticks of incense were full.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The pressure suddenly fell on Wen Zhao and Zhang Boran.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment Du Jiaojiao and the others stepped onto the steps, Zhang Boran immediately began to sprint.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wen Zhao was chanting: \"At the eastern edge of the world, the energy shakes the universe and settles the distance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Boran's speed suddenly increased, and his momentum instantly climbed to the ninth stage of Yuan Gathering!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He rushed up the hundred-step stone stairs almost in an instant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, just when Wen Zhao thought Zhang Boran would be the fifth to enter, he saw Zhang Boran suddenly run back at an even faster speed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Cousin, you, what are you doing?\" Wen Zhao was extremely stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Boran was expressionless, raised his hand, and punched Wen Zhao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What? Stop the war...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before Wen Zhao could finish his sentence, he was hit directly by the punch, teeth flew, and Wen Zhao flew backward, life or death unknown.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This bizarre scene made the people who were eager to try stop in their tracks, suspicious and uncertain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What was going on?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Xing looked back at Yuan Bo, who was beside Zong Shichang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just a moment ago, this Yuan Bo, who had always been very low-key, had made a move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The statue in his eyes disappeared and appeared behind Zhang Boran.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Spreading his limbs, he completely clung to Zhang Boran, controlling him like a marionette.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Inviting a god through spirit-mediumship usually involves possessing one's own body. This Yuan Bo can actually invite a yin spirit into someone else's body? He's got some skills,\" Zhao Xing had originally planned to make a move, but after seeing the situation on Zhang Boran with his Bright Eyes, he stopped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Young Master, you can go in now,\" Yuan Bo, who had never spoken before, suddenly said, his tone somewhat eerie.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zong Shichang looked at Zhao Xing and gave up the chance for this fifth stick of incense: \"Zhao Sanjia, you go first; it's not appropriate for you to bring up the rear.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Xing glanced at Yuan Bo, but the latter had no reaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Xing didn't stand on ceremony either, immediately letting yin winds surround his body, drifting toward the steps like a ghost.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Feng, who was behind him, squeezed his silver bow but ultimately didn't dare to make a move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some people saw Yuan Bo's uniqueness; making a move now might not guarantee winning the fifth stick of incense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hu Yang, standing between the two mechanical beasts, also remained indifferent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He hadn't originally planned to fight for the top five, and the incense after the fifth was about the same, with very little difference, so there was no need to fight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Therefore, after Zhao Xing went in, Zong Shichang, Uncle Cang, and Uncle Hu all entered safely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Following them were the archer Gu Feng and the mechanism master Hu Yang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Boran was the last one to enter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Yuan Bo released the restriction, he regained consciousness. Although he didn't understand what had happened, with the last spot in front of him, he couldn't care about his cousin still being unconscious and went straight into the temple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Zhao Xing entered the temple, he did not see the previous four people.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the temple platform, three sacrificial animals were offered, and a statue holding a measuring ruler gazed into the distance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Xing's heart stirred, and the incense in his hand immediately ignited. After bowing three times, he inserted the incense into the incense burner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He chanted: \"Clerk Zhao Xing of the Ministry of Agriculture, requests the True Person to manifest.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The incense burned. It was clearly a very thin wisp of incense, but it suddenly filled the entire hall with smoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking up again, the surroundings became shrouded in fog, and the light dimmed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The statue on the platform had disappeared, replaced by a living giant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It radiated dots of golden light and was three zhang tall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was the manifestation of the yin spirit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You requested this god to manifest, what do you seek?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Xing cupped his hands and said: \"I ask the True Person to teach me how to obtain the Golden Cup spiritual talent guarded by the mountain cat.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He did not elaborate, because the yin spirit monitors everything on the mountain and naturally knows what he is talking about.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Judging by the effect of the fifth stick of incense, if this golden cup were a mid-grade spiritual talent, the True Person would usually tell him the answer directly after manifesting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But what the mountain cat guards is clearly not a mid-grade spiritual talent, but a high-grade one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That means he still has to pass the yin spirit's test.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Golden Cup is a high-grade spiritual talent. If you wish to seek this method, you must pass a test.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Once the incense burns out, if you have not passed the test, it counts as wasting an opportunity.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you seek mid-grade spiritual talent, this god can tell you a location directly, and it will not require effort.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Have you decided?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Xing didn't even hesitate, cupping his hands: \"I choose to accept the test, True Person, please speak.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The three-zhang deity said: \"One day, a fruit tree grower came to Donghu Mountain. He offered the first incense to this god, praying that there would be no wind for these few days, because the fruit trees in his pear orchard were blooming.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The second incense was offered by a boatman, who prayed that this god would blow more river wind, because water boats need to borrow the wind to travel.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The third incense was from a traveler who was going on a long journey and prayed to this god not to have wind or rain.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The fourth incense came from a farmer who said the fields were suffering from drought and needed rain to plant seedlings, praying for a heavy rain today.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After speaking, the three-zhang deity stared at Zhao Xing: \"I promised the wishes of these four people; how should this be resolved?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Xing is a minor clerk of the Ministry of Agriculture, dealing with wind and rain; this can be considered a question tailored to him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, these four people—one wants wind, one doesn't want wind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One wants rain, one doesn't want rain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They are completely contradictory.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he couldn't answer in a way that satisfied the yin spirit before the incense burned out, it would be a wasted opportunity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, Zhao Xing didn't think for too long; almost as soon as the yin spirit finished speaking, he gave the answer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I have a method that might relieve the True Person's worries.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The three-zhang deity reminded him: \"There is still time, you can think it over before answering.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Xing smiled slightly and said confidently: \"Rain at night, clear during the day; wind along the water surface, not entering the pear blossom garden.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The three-zhang deity nodded with a smile: \"Good.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whoosh~\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The thick smoke dissipated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Xing came to his senses and found that he was no longer in the temple, but appeared under a tree.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ahead was the cave where the mountain cat lived.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In his hand, there was also an extra wind chime.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Many thanks to the True Person for granting the method.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Xing cupped his hands toward the mountain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Personal fate is already determined. To avoid unnecessary disputes after leaving the temple, after burning incense, one is moved out of the temple and directly brought to the desired location.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Xing held the wind chime and walked straight into the cave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not long after entering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ha~\" A roar sounded, and a black shadow struck like lightning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But just as the attack was about to reach Zhao Xing, it suddenly stopped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ding-a-ling~\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The wind chime in Zhao Xing's hand shook, emitting a crisp sound.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Meow?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mountain cat stopped and looked suspiciously at the wind chime in Zhao Xing's hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Xing also saw the true appearance of the mountain cat at this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was very small, only as big as a normal house cat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On its fluffy little head stood two pairs of pointed little ears, its gray little tail swayed gently, and its big eyes flashed with curious light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seemed not to understand why Zhao Xing had the wind chime from the Mountain God Temple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good boy, follow me from now on.\" Zhao Xing squatted down and beckoned to the mountain cat with the hand holding the wind chime.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mountain cat shrank its head, seeming a bit hesitant, but the wind chime emitted bursts of light, making it unable to resist wanting to get close.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The wind chime of the Mountain God Temple is stained with the aura of the True Person, and its function is to subdue the mountain cat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mountain cat is what that yin spirit raised to guard the four kinds of spiritual talent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is also why the mountain cat can enter the ranks while still in its infancy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mountain cat doesn't know how much spiritual talent it has eaten in the mountains.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, that yin spirit also gave the mountain cat the right to choose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If it is unwilling to acknowledge a new master, Zhao Xing can only obtain the Luck Golden Cup.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If it acknowledges the master, it can be taken away along with the mountain cat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do you remember the vine-fragrant berries and white fragrant grass I fed you last time? From now on, you can eat as much as you want. If you are willing to come with me, come over,\" Zhao Xing said softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Meow~\" After hesitating for a long time, the mountain cat approached and rubbed its little head against Zhao Xing's palm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ding-a-ling~\" The wind chime made one last crisp sound, then turned into dots of golden light and dissipated in the wind, merging into the bodies of Zhao Xing and the mountain cat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A certain connection was established between the man and the cat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Mountain Cat (Infant)]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Bloodline: Spiritual Talent Variant (transformed by consuming various mountain spiritual talents)]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Grade: Ninth Grade Mid-stage]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Innate Abilities: Divine Speed, Nine Healings]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Secret Techniques: Thunder-Splitting Claw (Mid-tier 8th Turn), Wind-Riding Heavy Stomp (Mid-tier 7th Turn)]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Exotic beasts are not included in the jurisdiction of the Luck Dynasty system, so the grade of the mountain cat does not follow the nine grades and thirteen levels set by the Great Zhou Taizu, but is calculated according to the four small stages of the ancient cultivation system: 'Early, Mid, Late, Perfection.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Humans under the luck system are measured according to the nine grades and thirteen levels, and there is a big difference between them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at the data about the mountain cat on the panel, Zhao Xing grinned and picked up the mountain cat onto his shoulder: \"Little guy, you won't regret this choice.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Meow~\" The mountain cat responded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Xing clapped his hands and walked toward the cave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because the straw man had been here once, he was familiar with the inside of the cave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arriving again before the huge white bone frame, Zhao Xing vaguely deduced everything that had happened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another exotic beast had fought with the mountain cat's mother, and in the end, both were injured, leaving only this cub alive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Where did you put that golden cup?\" Arriving before the four forks, Zhao Xing asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Meow~\" The mountain cat stretched out its claw and pointed to one of the forks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hidden in the Cold Ice Lotus Pond? You're really clever, guarding it?\" Zhao Xing smiled and pointed to the fork: \"Go, get it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Whoosh~\" Zhao Xing felt a weight on his shoulder, and then the mountain cat darted into the fork like lightning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the blink of an eye, the mountain cat returned, carrying a cup larger than its head in its mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Meow meow?\" The mountain cat jumped onto Zhao Xing's shoulder and rubbed against him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, this is it.\" Zhao Xing took the golden cup and looked at it in his hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cup had a soft texture, as if it were jade, and the cup body had faint mysterious patterns, as if it contained the mysteries of heaven and earth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Zhao Xing looked, a golden airflow suddenly appeared inside the originally empty cup, becoming thick in an instant, like liquid.\u003C\u002Fp>",3633,"2026-06-17T15:11:26.542Z",1,"Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite","0bc31b631addde2915bb7f51a201fcc0362596fc81a26611509fac37956aba9f","dao-lord-of-shennong-chapter-75","dao-lord-of-shennong-chapter-73",666,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fshennong-dao-lord-cover.jpg"]