Chapter 172 The Black Maned Shadow Lion (1/2)
Since Lu Tianzi had decided, all that was left was for him to gather the funds somehow.
But while he was still wondering how to go about doing this, his train of thoughts were promptly disrupted by a man's voice that came from behind him.
”Is young brother thinking of acquiring the Primal Bloodline Absorption Technique Manual?”
Surprised by the sudden question, Lu Tianzi and Nanlan Qianxue immediately turned around to see who it was.
They spun around to come face to face with a scholarly looking middle aged man. He was dressed in clean white robes and stood with his arms placed behind his back, giving off an air of confidence.
However, there was more to him than just the scholarly aura he exuded.
Nanlan Qianxue might not be able to tell for sure, but Lu Tianzi could clearly see that he was a martial artist who had already reached the First Origin Cycle, becoming a bone fide Origin Core realm martial artist!
”May I know if senior has any word of advice for us?” Lu Tianzi clasped his fist towards him.
Since the other party had taken the intiative to talk to them, it would not hurt to just listen for a bit.
”Not bad, you have good foresight to have chosen to listen to me even though I might seem like just a random passer-by,” the scholarly man nodded in satisfaction. ”Since that is the case, I shall go straight to the point. Do not attempt to carry out any form of tinkering with your own bloodline, be it by using the Primal Bloodline Absorption Technique or other similar skills. It is as good as gambling with your own life!”
Lu Tianzi immediately frowned. ”Can senior please enlighten us further?”
”Well, I guess it can't be helped. Since I have already said this much, I might as well tell you more,” the scholarly man smiled. ”First of all, since we are talking about the Primal Bloodline Absorption Technique, do you know the difference between primal beasts and other types of beasts?”
”Primal beasts possess a bloodline that traces back to ancient beasts,” Nanlan Qianxue answered.
”That's right!” the scholarly man nodded. ”The blood running through primal beasts contains at least a certain degree of purity of an ancient bloodline, which means that they are far stronger and far more dangerous to deal with than regular beasts! Just the part on subduing a primal beast could possibly result in the deaths of many!”
Lu Tianzi nodded knowingly.
He knew that the scholarly senior was right.
Indeed, primal beasts were unlike others, and there was always a danger in subduing one. Even Origin Core realm experts might be putting themselves in danger when dealing with one that was strong enough.
However, such a reason was not nearly enough to change his mind!
This just meant that he had to grow stronger than the primal beast before attempting to subdue one!
Seeing that Lu Tianzi was unconvinced, the scholarly man shook his head and continued, ”I know what you are thinking. Perhaps you are considered a genius in your influence, and your seniors are more than willing to subdue the beast for your sake. However, that just removes the first layer of danger. What comes next is the most risky part! Absorption of a primal beast's bloodline is very reliant on compatibility, and compatibility in bloodline is something that you will never know until you actually introduce the bloodline into your body. But even if you find out that it is incompatible, it would be impossible to stop the process by then. All you can do will be to rely on the strength of your body to withstand the integration of the new bloodline. If things go wrongly, which is extremely likely, you can be heavily injured, or even die in the process!”
Lu Tianzi's expression turned serious this time.
He had heard something similar from Beimu Fei before, but had thought little of it at that time. Now that this senior was saying it with such conviction and confidence, he could not help but hesitate.
Perhaps this really was a risky choice?
Then again, he had even assimilated the cells of demons. Nourished by the Essence energy of two separate cultivation systems, his body was far stronger than anyone else's.
If even he did not possess a body strong enough to withstand the integration of a primal beast bloodline, then how could there be anyone else capable of doing so?
Lu Tianzi did not know of any other examples, but at least the Scarlet Moon Overlord had been able to successfully absorb a primal beast bloodline.
At the very most, he would just have to wait till he reached the Overlord realm before attempting to do so!
That should be safe enough!
”Thank you for the advice, senior,” Lu Tianzi clasped his fist towards the scholarly man.
Even though the reasons he gave had failed to convince Lu Tianzi, the scholarly man had kind intentions in the first place, and Lu Tianzi would naturally show him the respect he deserved.
”Youngsters these days…” the scholarly man shook his head in disappointment. ”Do consider my words a little more, or at least consult your seniors before blindly rushing into things.”
”Junior understands,” Lu Tianzi gave an awkward smile.
It seemed like the scholarly man had seen through his thoughts.
After which, the scholarly man walked away, as though unwilling to be part of this.
”So are you going to buy it now?” Nanlan Qianxue asked, obviously having seen through Lu Tianzi's thoughts as well.
By now, her eyes were already gleaming in interest.
Every martial artist pursued greater strength.
Since Nanlan Qianxue had been eliminated earlier during the Scarlet Moon Heroes Meet, she did not have the chance to personally witness Fourth Prince Mosha in action. However, she had certainly heard of how domineering he was when he activated his primal beast bloodline.
Thus, her interest in this Primal Bloodline Absorption Technique was actually no less than that of Lu Tianzi!
Lu Tianzi hesitated a little before answering. ”I was just about to ask you this, but how many beast cores do you have right now?”
”Oh?” Nanlan Qianxue shot him a meaningful smile. ”Is our Inscription Master Nanlu Tianzi trying to borrow from me now? Do I look rich to you?”
”I can't help it!” Lu Tianzi sighed. ”Then again, I barely have a few hundred low ranked beast cores on hand. Even if we combined our wealth, it is unlikely to be enough. Perhaps I should just go ask for some from the Elders.”
”Hehe! That's where you are wrong!” Nanlan Qianxue chuckled. ”Contrary to what you think, I just happen to have enough to purchase the Primal Bloodline Absorption Technique!”