Cultivation Starting from Full Talent-Chapter 199 - 197 Ning Xiaogui

Chapter 199: Chapter 197 Ning Xiaogui

“Little Turtle, keep it up!”

“Ao ao~~~”

“Squeak squeak~~~”

In the Spirit Garden Cave Heaven, the Ning Family Army cheer squad was in place.

The Green Water Turtle exerted all its strength, straining to break through. The wood and water attributes of mana within its body continuously swirled, and even the golden inscriptions on its jade-like shell began to emit a faint glow.

Soon after, ripples formed on the surface of the water beneath the Green Water Turtle. As the mana burst forth, spiritual energy surged into the Spirit Garden Cave Heaven like a tide.

A Spirit Cloud emerged in the sky, not too big but not small either, covering the entire Spirit Garden Cave Heaven.

“Sss~~~”

Under the influx of a large amount of spiritual energy, the Green Water Turtle gasped in shock, feeling like it had reached its limit.

Nearly two hours later, having absorbed a large amount of spiritual energy, a thin layer of demonic aura covered the Green Water Turtle. This was something new.

A first-tier Green Water Turtle could rely only on its body and shell for defense, but after the second tier, it began to condense demonic aura to enhance the defense of its body, naturally becoming more terrifying.

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Another two hours passed, and finally, it completed its breakthrough!

“Boom—”

A wave of spiritual pressure spread outwards from the Green Water Turtle in all directions, but unfortunately, even the weakest nearby were at the late stage of Foundation Establishment and completely ignored such a degree of spiritual pressure, as if a gentle breeze had brushed past them.

After the tide of wood and water attributes had receded, the second-rank form of the Green Water Turtle appeared.

It had grown nearly half as large, its shell even more rounded and plump, translucent, and even somewhat reflective. The golden inscriptions on the shell also seemed to have increased, appearing and disappearing with the breathing of the Green Water Turtle, until finally all were hidden.

Of course, Ning Daoran had instantly ingrained these inscriptions in his mind, to study slowly later.

“Ao~~”

Big Stupid Deer called out, stepping forward and gently placing its hoof on the shell of the Green Water Turtle. Immediately afterward, it spat out an object—a second-order middle-grade spirit artifact, a small sword.

This was actually a Foundation Establishment congratulatory gift for the Green Water Turtle…

Ning Daoran was speechless; Old Lu really had learned too many human ways from him. With its skills, once transformed, Old Lu would at least qualify for a respectable position when they returned…

“Sss~~~”

The Green Water Turtle looked up at Big Stupid Deer, its mouth slowly opening as if struggling to speak. In the next second, it actually managed to squeeze out a few words:

“Tha… thank you… Brother Lu…”

A Foundation Establishment Stage Demon Beast speaking!

Ning Daoran couldn’t help but chuckle, “Little Turtle, can you already talk?”

“Yes… yes…”

The Green Water Turtle moved its mouth awkwardly, “Ran… Brother Ran, I’m not… not fluent now, but I will… will be fluent… later.”

“That’s good.”

Ning Daoran nodded with a smile.

The next second, his gaze shifted to Little Blackie, “You’re at the Late Stage of Foundation Establishment, why don’t you ever talk? If you don’t want to talk, then never talk again for your whole life.”

“Big Brother…”

Little Blackie instantly prostrated on the ground, speaking human words, “I was wrong… I have followed and learned from Big Brother for so many years, I could talk long ago, but I also learned Big Brother’s good habit: the less you speak, the fewer mistakes you make, so I’ve kept this ability to talk a secret. Please, Big Brother, don’t be too harsh on your little brother, I really don’t want to be made into sour and spicy fish…”

“Hmph.”

Ning Daoran smiled lightly: “Little Blackie, you really are a talker.”

Little Blackie was horrified and fell silent, burying his head in the soil.

“That’s enough.”

Ning Daoran said, “You three, come with me, we are going to pay respect to the Ning Family ancestors.”

“Ao ao~~”

“Yes, Big Brother!”

“Okay… Brother Ran!”

Inside a wooden cabin in the Spirit Garden Cave Heaven.

The spiritual position of the Ning Family ancestors was still there. Ning Daoran looked at it and said, “Little Turtle, now that you’ve reached Foundation Establishment, I plan to give you a new name, I hope you won’t dislike it.”

“Alright, I… I’ll listen to… Brother Ran!”

“Although we are both cultivators and spiritual beasts with long lifespans, we should never forget our origins and our destinies. Therefore… Little Turtle, I plan to name you ‘Little Gui’, the Gui from returning home, hoping we all can remember our origins. From now on, your name will be Ning Xiaogui, how about that?”

“Good!”

The Green Water Turtle stretched its small head out excitedly: “I have a name now… I am… Ning Xiaogui…”

“Kowtow to our ancestors.”

Ning Daoran continued, “From today onward, I officially appoint you, Ning Xiaogui, as the Left General of the Ning Family Army, with a position just below Old Lu. I hope you cultivate diligently. In the future, the heavy responsibility of fighting and expanding our territory for the Ning Family will be yours!”

“Okay! Little… Little Gui obeys the order!”

The Green Water Turtle stood on its hind legs, its eyes filled with solemnity.

“Ao~~~”

Big Stupid Deer called out, congratulating Ning Xiaogui on joining the Ning Family Army and becoming a fellow commander!

“Brother Lu!”

Ning Xiaogui felt a great fondness for the White Deer, and rubbed its little head against the deer’s fur.

…

Meanwhile, the sturdy Ink Jiao Dragon remained silent.

At that moment, Little Blackie lowered his head, his eyes fluctuating, overwhelmed by the huge disparity.

It clearly was the first to arrive, having come decades before Little Gui, but now… Ning Xiaogui had even gained Big Brother’s approval, while it still remained an “outsider,” no, a “foreign dragon.”

It tried several times to speak, wanting to ask Big Brother why he favored Little Gui so much and was so harsh on itself, but it could not bring itself to speak.

Little Blackie was actually afraid of Ning Daoran, especially since there were still six shadowless flying needles embedded in its head. With just a thought from Big Brother, it could be completely obliterated!

Outside, Little Bai stood quietly, with a hint of envy in his eyes.

As for inside the Soul Refining Tower, the other half of the White Sheep Demon Queen’s residual soul let out a cold laugh.

So childish, utterly childish!

How such a person could have successfully cultivated a Gold Core Great Success, and a perfect Five Elements Golden Core at that, heaven must indeed be blind.

When the Five-Colored Thunder Tribulation struck, it should have turned this bastard into a heap of roasted sweet potatoes.

…

From then on, Ning Daoran found great pleasure in a new pastime—walking turtles.

The Green Water Turtle had grown significantly larger and needed more space; otherwise, its mood would be affected, and thoughts would not flow smoothly, making the next breakthrough even more elusive.

Thus, every few days, Ning Daoran would walk the Green Water Turtle in West Ping Lake within Fanshu City.

One morning.

“Shua~~~”

The lake water continuously split to both sides as the Green Water Turtle swam swiftly, like it was equipped with a high-power motor, speeding through the water faster than a speedboat.

Ning Daoran stood with hands clasped behind his back on the turtle’s shell, enjoying the breeze of the lake.

Big Stupid Deer trod upon the water, leaving behind a trail of plum-blossom-shaped ripples with every step.

Both man and deer enjoyed themselves immensely, exchanging glances and bursting into loud laughter.

In the water, the Green Water Turtle, liking the sound, also started laughing “haha,” choked on water, spat it out, and continued laughing, thoroughly amused.

After their play, Ning Daoran stored Big Stupid Deer and the Green Water Turtle into the Spirit Garden Cave Heaven and upon reaching the shore, realized he had arrived at Floating Duckweed Workshop.

After all, the stock of demon meat was running low; it was time to buy some more.

However, soon after entering the Floating Duckweed Workshop, the noise erupted once more downstairs.

“Again?”

He leaned over the railing to watch the drama, and coincidentally, the same Qi Refining Ninth Level cultivators were also present.

“Senior Ning, you’re here too!”

“Indeed, what a coincidence!”

“Really, truly!”

The two watched the commotion downstairs together.

This time, it was not just Fatty Feng, but also over twenty bulky Martial Artists, all at the Blood Qi Realm with mediocre strength, only capable of bullying Qi Refining Stage Practitioners at most.

“Fatty Feng, don’t be so shameless!”

Chen Ping’er was truly angry this time: “It’s one thing to come to Floating Duckweed Workshop to cause trouble, but to dare attack our workshop’s caravan? Do you really think Floating Duckweed Workshop is made of mud?”

“Tsk, tsk!”

Fatty Feng cocked an ear, smilingly said, “What did I just hear? Fairy Chen’s body is made of mud? I don’t believe it, unless the Fairy lets me pinch her myself.”

“How dare you!”

Upstairs, two Foundation Establishment Cultivators took to the air, the two tributors sponsored by the Floating Duckweed Workshop.

“Want to fight? Very well, our Feng Family’s Market will accommodate you to the end!”

Fatty Feng’s expression turned fierce, striking first, landing a punch that almost injured one of the Foundation Establishment Tributors caught off guard.

The other Foundation Establishment Cultivator stabilized the situation with a spirit artifact.

Instantly, the first floor of Floating Duckweed Workshop turned into a battlefield, with the workshop’s cultivators and brawlers all joining the fight.

In about the time it takes to brew half a pot of tea, Fatty Feng and his men were beaten black and blue and thrown out of the Floating Duckweed Workshop.

Chen Ping’er, with her beautiful eyes sorrowful, sighed inwardly. Fatty Feng was obviously looking for an excuse; the real trouble would likely follow.

…

Indeed, it did.

Before long, a sound transmission talisman emitting the aura of a Golden Core flew into the attic and landed in front of Chen Ping’er.

She infused a strand of mana, and the talisman activated, an elderly voice resounded:

“Floating Duckweed Workshop has greatly offended the Feng Family! Chen Ping’er, as a cultivator making a living in Fanshu City, why do you not know your limits? Not only do you snatch business from the Feng Family, but you also beat up my descendants. Do you truly not take me, Feng Wuliang, seriously?

I give you half a month to leave Fanshu City, or else I will ensure not a single chicken or dog from Floating Duckweed Workshop remains!”

“This is not good…”

Beside her, a Foundation Establishment Tributor frowned and said, “Master, I didn’t expect old man Feng Wuliang to really lose face and take action personally. What are we to do now? We at Floating Duckweed Workshop only have Foundation Establishment Cultivators. If this Golden Core takes action…how can we withstand it?”

“Worry not.”

Although Chen Ping’er was also nervous, she still reassured everyone, “Everyone, please hold your ground. It’s unlikely that Feng Wuliang will dare to commit violence in the city. The City Guard isn’t just for show, and besides…”

Her beautiful eyes glanced towards the southwest, her brows furrowed, but she didn’t continue.

…

At night.

In the southwest of Floating Duckweed Workshop, on the main street sword-casting shop.

“Thump thump~~~”

Sang Ping’an knocked on Ning Daoran’s room door, saying, “Senior Ning, Master Chen of Floating Duckweed Workshop has come to visit. She says she has a business matter she would like to discuss with you.”

Chen Ping’er, dressed in a palace attire, stood under the night sky, her beautiful eyes full of worry.