Chapter 89

He Xiangming, on the other side, looked at her hands in disbelief. The cultivation technique for spiritual beasts she had practiced had already advanced to a very high level. The main feature of this technique was its natural compatibility with spiritual beasts, making them feel close and comfortable.

She never expected that not only did the spiritual beasts not get close to her, but even the protection she thought was foolproof almost failed in the hands of this little guy.

This little guy had only undergone a transformation for a few days, and she herself was at a considerable cultivation level. Although the spiritual energy shield that was almost broken was just a manifestation of her protective spiritual energy, with limited defensive power, He Xiangming clearly felt that this little guy hadn't used any force, at least not his full strength.

If he had used his full strength, there would probably be a bloody hole in my hand!

This realization left He Xiangming even more shocked.

Looking at the Cloud-Piercing Eagle and Sky-Cleaving Falcon that had already flown to a big tree, grooming their feathers leisurely, He Xiangming's eyes were filled with excitement.

She turned to Feng Yin, her voice more urgent: "How did you do it?"

Feng Yin shrugged: "How did I do it... I just did it, I didn't do anything special..."

You could only fool a ghost with that!

He Xiangming sneered inwardly.

"Why are they growing so fast?"

"This..."

Feng Yin hesitated for a moment and said: "I don't really know the specifics. It's just about feeding them, giving them pills, and massaging them, and communicating with them often... There's nothing special about it, it's not that difficult."

Feng Yin looked at He Xiangming with an expression that said, "What's the big deal?"

It was as if he was looking at a bumpkin: "You don't know this?"

He Xiangming almost spat blood.

"Tell me, what's the secret?" He Xiangming pressed.

Feng Yin looked troubled and said: "Sister He, this... this is my secret."

"Oh, oh, oh..."

He Xiangming blushed, realizing that in her shock, she had committed a major taboo by pressing for someone's secret.

"But if Sister He needs to know, I can tell you."

Feng Yin said sincerely: "I don't keep secrets. I might keep them from others, but if Sister He wants to know, there's no problem. Of course, the most important thing is my special affinity with spiritual beasts. I don't know why, but spiritual beasts generally don't attack me."

He smiled sheepishly: "Of course, this only applies to low-level spiritual beasts. I haven't tried with high-level ones... mainly because I'm afraid to."

"Don't say another word, I didn't mean to pry into your secret!"

He Xiangming was truly embarrassed, feeling her face burning.

The Beast Taming Sect has its own secrets.

Could the secrets of the Lingyun Peak be shared with others?

He Xiangming understood this, as any successor of a sect would.

But that didn't stop her from being suspicious.

Especially when Feng Yin mentioned his constitution, which supposedly made him attractive to beasts, something she had never heard of.

After a moment's thought, she waved her hand, and a small bird flew out from her, soaring into the sky.

"Little brother, it's not that I don't trust you."

He Xiangming said apologetically: "It's just that I've never heard of this kind of constitution. Please allow me to verify it. Of course, I won't force you to do anything, no matter the reason."

He Xiangming spoke with genuine sincerity.

This was not just empty words but a heartfelt expression. As she said, regardless of the reason, this young man's value was already worth the attention of the Beast Taming Sect.

She had three plans in mind. The first was to recruit him or even capture him and bring him back to the Beast Taming Sect, either as a member or a prisoner. This was the worst option. Given the value and potential of Feng Yin, even if he were temporarily confined, his eventual rise would make him an unstoppable enemy, a long-term threat.

The second was to make him a partner of the Beast Taming Sect, a mutually beneficial relationship. This was the middle option, but the hardest to control. Once others learned of Feng Yin's abilities and value, they would all want a piece of the action.

The best option was the simplest and most self-serving: after confirming Feng Yin's value, He Xiangming would choose to keep it a secret and work with him exclusively.

This way, she could rise through the ranks of the Beast Taming Sect, even to the core, and perhaps even to the position of sect leader.

Throughout this process, Feng Yin must remain hidden.

Until... He Xiangming reached her highest goal, at which point their relationship might change.

But at this moment, He Xiangming wasn't thinking that far ahead.

She had hurriedly sent for the young beasts to test because she saw the possibility of a path to the top.

Human nature is always the same.

When seeing some benefits, the first thought is always, "What's in it for me?" and "How can I maximize the benefits?"

Feng Yin, having lived two lives, understood this very well.

He remained humble and sincere, his face full of smiles, his eyes gentle and sincere, all the while observing He Xiangming's reactions closely.

His mind was calm, as everything was within his expectations.

He didn't initially intend to connect with He Xiangming, but given the circumstances, he decided to go with the flow.

He was still too weak to abandon any potential ally or provoke any enemy.

Especially after confirming He Xiangming's character flaws, he was even more determined.

"Young and in charge, your strength is one aspect, but more importantly, you must have the backing of the higher-ups in the Beast Taming Sect."

"Being in charge of a region means you have the ability, connections, and experience. However, being in charge of Tian Nan is different. Tian Nan is the poorest and most remote region of the Great Qin Empire, and a border area with constant warfare. It's not a desirable place."

"From this, we can conclude that while He Xiangming's abilities and connections are good, they are not top-notch among the younger generation of the Beast Taming Sect. There are limits to her potential."

"He Xiangming has both cunning and means, but she has been protected too well, retaining a bit of innocence. Whether it's because of her looks or something else, that bit of innocence has not been extinguished. That's why she helped someone she felt a connection with at first sight."

"But she still has her cunning and a psychological bottom line. After investigating me, she will find my background suspicious."

"So, she will be wary of me but also hesitant to back down. At this point, the key to maintaining our relationship is... demonstrating my value. I must be useful to her!"

"So, relying on looks alone won't last."

"Having value that is hard to give up is the key to a lasting relationship. After all, only interests are permanent!"

"After gaining significant benefits, Tian Nan will no longer be her limit, nor her endpoint. Anyone is like this; even the most simple person will always want more."

"And I am the one who can give you this opportunity."

Feng Yin smiled as he always did.

Having lived through the information explosion era, he understood human nature far better than anyone his age in this world.

He waved his hand, and the young eagle and falcon flew down, dancing gracefully in the air, sometimes shooting straight up like arrows, and sometimes turning lightly like dragonflies skimming the water.

He Xiangming watched with wide eyes and a burning heart.

They were so obedient and intelligent.

These were clearly not even a month old, how could they be like this?

Not to mention, these two were natural enemies, yet they got along so well and cooperated seamlessly.

Seeing these two little creatures being so affectionate, He Xiangming was puzzled and bewildered.

She asked Feng Yin a few questions about raising and training beasts, but was surprised to find that he knew nothing, even less than a beginner.

In the field of raising beasts, He Xiangming considered herself an expert and could tell that Feng Yin was not pretending. He couldn't act so convincingly.

After just three professional questions, He Xiangming was certain: this guy must be relying on his natural talent, using a wild and unconventional method.

He raised a cat, and he raised birds the same way!

He even petted the birds!

Such an unconventional method was unheard of!

Yet, the birds showed no resistance to his cat-like petting, and even seemed to enjoy it...

Could such an unconventional method really work?

But the results spoke for themselves. Practice is the test of truth, and it worked!

Even though He Xiangming felt uncomfortable, she had to force herself to watch Feng Yin pet the birds.

Feng Yin seemed to be getting more and more into it, and the birds were so comfortable that they were almost falling asleep...

"Truly, a strange person raises strange birds. What a person raises is what they are. This is indeed true."

He Xiangming sighed deeply.

Feng Yin took the opportunity to show her the spirit beast pills given by the Qiankun Tower: "I also have this."