Azure Heaven Saber

Chapter 74 - 74 62 Where Did the Cat Go

?Chapter 74: Chapter 62: Where Did the Cat Go? Chapter 74: Chapter 62: Where Did the Cat Go? Feng Yin started reminiscing about his recent experience of tempering the Iron Heart Tree, deeply savoring the memory.

“Tempering plants seems to have different results from tempering animals. Why is the effect so drastic? But where exactly the difference lies needs further scrutiny.”

This time, four streams of pure energy had entered his body, making the Dao Classics in Feng Yin’s mind slightly clearer.

The benefits he had gained in his meridians were noticeably more than before.

It felt like the earth that was normally a bit dry had been met with a light drizzle. While not being fully soaked, there was a pleasing sense of moisture reaching deep into the heart.

His spirits were soaring.

The benefits were quite clear; for instance, he had just finished a round of intense cultivation, which had led his meridians to a slightly swollen state where he couldn’t absorb any more spiritual energy. But now, he could distinctly feel that even if he arrived at that state again, he could continue cultivating for another hour, making his foundation even more solid.

“I am now at the peak of the Innate Ninth-grade. Within two days, with the current accumulation of my foundation assisted by the Breaking Realm Pill, I am certain of breaking through to the Innate Eighth-grade without any hindrances.”

Feng Yin was quite satisfied in his heart.

For him, this kind of progress was something he didn’t dare dream of before.

…

The little hawk and the little falcon started chirping on the side.

Apparently, they had been awakened by the commotion earlier.

After the tempering, their bodies had reached its limit, naturally entering a deep sleep. This allowed them to digest the energy from the Spirit Enlightening Scripture to the maximum extent possible during their sleep. Their small bodies, still quite young, were now partially covered with newly-grown black feathers.

Their tender yellow beaks had changed to the yellow-brown color typical of hawks, losing their juvenile soft yellow hue.

Their four eyes were bright and alert.

When they walked, there was already an impressive strength in their steps; occasionally flapping their wings, they could now fly for a short distance.

Seeing such transformations, Feng Yin immediately felt a little anxious.

Looking at the little Feng Ying in his arms who had experienced complete tempering twice, and then the little hawk and falcon who had only experienced half tempering twice.

The difference in transformations was truly significant.

Feng Ying’s improvements were intelligence-wise but her growth in terms of physical size didn’t seem to be that significant.

But why did the little hawk and little falcon change so much?

Could it be that they will become adults with a few more temperings?

This… this difference was too huge.

Could it be because of the differences between the high-grade and low-grade species?

Thinking back to the cheap sister he met during the day who apparently detected Feng Ying’s presence and potential yet was unable to figure out the truth, misconstruing Feng Ying as a normal house cat, Feng Yin instantly thought of the Demon Vein seal that Feng Ying’s mother left her.

Feng Yin had a suspicion in his heart.

As for the individual differences, he could take the opportunity to ask the cheap sister he recognized yesterday for guidance. The Beast Taming Sect should be most adept at understanding the differences among Spirit Beasts’ ranks.

This path could not be easily blocked.

He then made another big pot of porridge, mixing in some Yuan Restoration Pills and Marrow Cleansing Pills, and fed the two little ones till they were stuffed.

Having eaten their fill, their eyes showed a trace of ferocity again.

They were tender and affectionate towards Feng Yin, but towards Feng Ying, there was only a little fear and even challenging provocations, clearly feeling that they were capable once again.

And the way they looked at each other was as if they were mortal enemies.

The alliance from last night and the whole day, as soon as the two little ones felt they had made too much progress, their biological instincts resurfaced again, disrupting the harmonious coexistence.

However, before they could genuinely start infighting, Feng Ying had already furiously charged at them.

“Yi wu, Yi wu!!”

The sky is clear, the rain has stopped, do you think you’re capable now?

The ensuing beating made Feng Yin unable to watch outright.

The eldest sister was simply too ferocious, no, she was cruel, ruthless, and merciless.

The effect was clear and instant.

The little ones’ cries merged into one.

Facing an enemy too strong to resist, the little hawk and little falcon once again reverted to being intimate, continuing their deep bond. In the face of Feng Ying, they continued being tossed around like spinning tops and balls.

The little hawk and the little falcon didn’t want to give in. The moment they sprouted the intention, they took action. They could only fly about five feet before being swept down by Feng Ying with her diving-in strikes.

Even the newly-grown feathers were knocked off, reducing them to constant chirping.

Realizing that life was disappointing, they wailed about their tragic fate.

You two…”

Feng Yin was filled with regret: “What short memories you have!”

Seeing all the injustice before his eyes, Feng Yin could only sigh.

Because he vaguely felt that the little hawk and the little falcon, in the face of Feng Ying, probably would never turn the tide in their lifetimes, even if they became the Hawk King and the Falcon Emperor, their lot would be getting beaten up when facing Feng Ying.

This one was the biological daughter of the Cat Emperor!

Based solely on bloodline, she was at least a galaxy apart from the fourth-grade Cloud Piercing Eagle and Sky Splitting Falcon.

In terms of fate, Feng Ying was his first-choice main cultivation project, and anyone else had to take a back seat.

How could they fight her?

How could they resist?

Seeing these two stubborn guys, who lift their tails high whenever they feel a slight improvement, Feng Yin could easily imagine that these two will undoubtedly continue to be beaten and tortured, being treated cold-heartedly in the future.

Up to now, Feng Ying was only gentle when facing Feng Yin himself.

It’s nowhere near gentle when facing other animals or humans.

This character is one that dares to bare its teeth to anything!

After the lingering effects of several days of continual refinement were absorbed into his body, Feng Yin vaguely felt that his spiritual consciousness and soul seemed to have undergone some subtle changes.

But he was completely clueless about such profound matters.

He had no idea what was happening to him.

…

He left the three little ones at home, bestowing the supreme authority to Feng Ying.

Then he picked up the small package that had been sitting beside his bed, and headed out at a leisurely pace.

Time had slipped away unbeknownst to him as he had been preoccupied with settling down; the task Feng Yin had been given had not yet been completed.

He had nothing to do this afternoon, so it seemed like a good time to get this thing done.

But it seemed like this task would be quite troublesome.

He couldn’t use his current appearance, or take on the form of the miracle doctor Feng Yin, since he was at the height of popularity in Yuezhou City.

Countless people were looking for him.

If he nonchalantly walked out with that face, there’s a ninety-nine percent chance he wouldn’t be able to return….

Feng Yin, wearing a mask and carrying a package, asked a passerby for the direction to Universe Building and got a quick answer.

Universe Building seemed to have quite a reputation, which was loudly praised and keenly sought by everyone.

But it was a considerable distance from where Feng Yin currently was: one was on the east side of the city, the other on the west.

This was actually a good thing, it made it harder to trace him and hence, fewer problems.

Feng Yin decided to walk, going at a seemingly leisure leisurely but actually swift pace.

However, after several streets, Feng Yin suddenly paused.

He furrowed his brows, deep in thought.

The city was in chaos, that was evident. Yet, it felt like something was missing.

This feeling of ‘missing something’ was very clear to Feng Yin.

But what was missing?

He could not put his finger on it. This made him very alert because he realized that this point was essential.

So he stopped, sat in the shade of a tree, by a wall, and contemplated in silence.

What was missing? Why did I notice it?

Feng Yin’s gaze swept over every corner and crevice near the wall, tree, and elsewhere; he consciously searched for something, even though he had no idea what he was looking for.

It felt like he was about to grasp something crucial, but he just couldn’t.

This made him very uneasy.

It’s frustrating.

What’s missing?

As he was anxiously pondering, suddenly a mangy dog rushed out from a distant corner, looking frightened and panicked.

“So that’s it!”

Feng Yin’s eyes lit up, but his brows furrowed even tighter.

Because he finally recalled what was missing.

Cats!

Stray cats.

There should be quite a few stray cats wandering around these streets, in groups and individually. They would run off as soon as they spotted humans…

But they were all gone now!

“What’s going on?”

Feng Yin continued to frown, deep in thought, “Where have all the stray cats gone? There’s chaos in the city, but this area is quiet.”

Where were the cats?

Usually when Feng Yin came out with Feng Ying, the little cats on this street would meow at Feng Ying, and Feng Ying would always ignore them:, but it had not affected the stray cats’ fawning over Feng Ying.

It was as if they were subjects beholding their king from afar, wanting but not daring to fawn over him.

When he didn’t bring Feng Ying out, there were still a lot of cats. Sometimes, Feng Yin would throw some food to them.

He enjoyed watching a group of kittens scramble for the food.

At least they could get a full meal.

But now, not a single one was left…

Why is that?

Since stray cats were habitually seen here, it meant there was an environment for them to survive. It’s impossible for them to have suddenly disappeared.

Feng Yin suddenly felt a great sense of danger in his heart!

He thought of Feng Ying.

Feng Ying was a descendant of the Cat Emperor.

The Cat Emperor was severely injured and had fled…..

Could it be…the mysterious master who had hurt the Cat Emperor was coming to find the Cat Emperor’s descendant?

At that thought, Feng Yin suddenly broke out into cold sweat and was covered in goosebumps.