Chapter 743: 743 Mission
Tan Shaoting’s five senses were strong, and he sensed Ye Wenxian’s displeasure, but even under such circumstances, he had to apply.
Teaming up with others, for one, was to prevent the children from being exposed, and second, other sect members would indeed disdain the children’s cultivation. If danger really arose, they would abandon him and his sons. Therefore, it was better for them to act alone.
"Please make it happen, Ancestor."
Ye Wenxian was a bit angry, but he understood that Tan Shaoting was doing the right thing. Having lived for over two hundred years, he had encountered all kinds of situations; abandoning cultivators with low cultivation was very likely.
"Alright, I will inform the Task Hall."
He didn’t place any special demands on him and his sons, considering it was for Tan Qiyan’s sake.
Tan Shaoting and his sons respectfully exited, allowing them the qualification to take up tasks at the Task Hall, making it a mission accomplished upon returning to the Sect.
The workings of the Cultivation World were still highly efficient. Upon arriving at the Task Hall, they received their group’s badge.
Tan Shaoting looked at the tasks rolling on the board and selected a task to hunt five hundred demon beasts.
The four father and sons took the map and directly left the garrison, which was protected by a Fifth-tier Array, demonstrating the sect’s powerful foundation.
"Dad, can’t we return until the task is complete?"
"Probably not, but we must complete the task before returning. There are too many sect members, and staying in the garrison isn’t suitable for those like us who harbor secrets."
The four father and sons had memorized the map and quickly encountered demon beasts.
The number of demon beasts wasn’t much—only thirty-two—but they only had four people.
Tan Shaoting promptly released a Trapping Array.
The strongest among them was a Fourth-rank Fire Fox.
"Dad, do foxes all have mesmerizing abilities?"
"Probably. You need to be careful."
Tan Shaoting first controlled the Array and released Third-rank demon beasts, allowing his three children to face them individually. Within the Array, there was no need for caution, letting them fight freely.
The children let loose, facing Third-rank demon beasts was still somewhat challenging, but Tan Shaoting observed from the side, ready to intervene if needed.
The three children did not disappoint him, quickly resolving three Third-rank demon beasts.
"Can you continue?"
"Yes, we can," the three children answered in unison.
Like that, thirty Third-rank demon beasts were dealt with in two hours. During the process, they all drank Spiritual Spring Water.
The remaining two Fourth-rank ones were soon eliminated by Tan Shaoting.
Collecting the demon beasts and dismantling the Array, the four continued forward.
After gaining some distance, they encountered a group of a hundred demon beasts. Tan Shaoting made some mental calculations and still released the Array Plate, but one Fifth-rank demon beast evaded it.
"You three control the Array yourselves."
He needed to deal with this Fifth-rank demon beast outside.
The three children entered the Array, but they didn’t hunt demon beasts, instead worriedly watching the situation outside.
Tan Shaoting engaged in combat with the Fifth-rank Earth Bull; his rough skin and strong Earth Element abilities.
Tan Shaoting spent over an hour, sustaining minor injuries before finally defeating the Fifth-rank Earth Bull.
Only then did the three children within the Array feel relieved, letting them control the Array to release Third-rank demon beasts, saving the ten Fourth-rank demon beasts for a final trial, knowing their father was there if it failed.
Tan Shaoting entered the Array, knowing the children must have been worried about him earlier. He drank Spiritual Spring Water, stood with his sword observing.
Third-rank demon beasts posed little difficulty for the three children now.
However, the quantity was large. They took three hours to slay a hundred Third-rank beasts.
"Dad, we need to meditate for an hour, wanting to try the Fourth-rank Iron Centipede together."
"Okay, restore yourselves confidently."
The children’s desire to become strong made him naturally happy.
With Spiritual Spring Water and High-grade Spirit Stone, the three suddenly entered a state of advancement.
Tan Shaoting sat by, very confident in his children. The two sons smoothly advanced from Qi Cultivation Fifth Level to Sixth Layer, although Qi Wen did not, her cultivation made progress.
The Water Spirit Body was different, also posing a significant risk.
The three children awoke from meditation, joyfully pouncing toward their father.
"You’re amazing, truly, Dad is proud of you."
After all, children are children, regardless of how obedient and mature they are outside, they are different with close relatives.
Excitement rising, their fighting spirit also surged. Qi Yan controlled the Array, released a Fourth-rank Fire Fox.
All three were prepared, maintaining clear minds. The Fourth-rank Fire Fox’s mesmerizing did not affect them.
The siblings arranged in a triangle surrounded the Fire Fox; their swordsmanship was unique, maybe not the top-tier but definitely high-level.
Two months of honing made their swordsmanship rapidly improve.
It took an hour for the trio to finally defeat the Fire Fox.
"Have a rest."
Tan Shaoting’s face was full of smiles. This was his pride.
The second Fourth-rank demon beast was a Heaven-devouring Python. Having seen their father deal with one before, the children knew its weaknesses, making it quicker than dealing with the Fire Fox.
The children’s confidence increased significantly this time.
The third was also an Earth Bull; its rough and thick skin made the children’s strength insufficient, requiring considerable efforts but eventually defeating the Earth Bull.
The fourth was a rat.
Qi Wen looked at the rat’s quick-spinning eyes and found it especially interesting.
Tan Shaoting thought his young woman might be scared of the rat, but his daughter’s gaze was filled with interest instead.
Unsure if raising his daughter so powerful would make his wife resentful since Yuanyuan always spoke of having a little princess. But after years following him, if she became a female Asura, it would be troublesome.
This Fourth-rank rat was a Gold Element Vajra Rat, small but tougher than the Bull.
"Let me go, and I’ll tell you the location of the Lapis Lazuli."
The four father and sons all raised their brows; witnesses would find it amusing as their action was remarkably synchronized.
No one expected a Fourth-rank Vajra Rat to speak human language or understand trading benefits for life.
"Lapis Lazuli? In the Demon Realm, it won’t save your life."
"Nonsense, nonsense. It’s right nearby; the Demon Realm doesn’t have such low-grade Lapis Lazuli." The Vajra Rat widened its eyes, realizing it was deceived by the cunning humans.