Clan Cultivation: Starting from Beast Taming

Suddenly, as if he had consumed some greatly nourishing substance, the originally faint humanoid silhouette began to solidify visibly.

Once all the black liquid from the jade bottle had dripped down, the humanoid silhouette's facial features became discernible, resembling Zhou Daoquan in his middle-aged appearance.

Judging by this, he has clearly succeeded in transforming into a Ghost Cultivator!

"How is it, how do you feel, Uncle Ancestor?"

Zhou Chun looked at the slightly ethereal figure before him with curiosity and asked Zhou Daoquan about his own sensations.

As for this existence of Ghost Cultivators, Zhou Chun had only read about them in the classics. What makes Ghost Cultivators differ from regular Cultivators or even Demon Cultivators is something only the individuals themselves know.

"It's quite alright. Except for the lack of a physical body sensation, there's not much difference from using Divine Sense to perceive the outside world."

Zhou Daoquan replied in a low tone.

Without a physical body, he could only simulate sound by vibrating the air with Divine Sense or Mana, or else rely on Divine Sense for transmission.

After answering Zhou Chun's question, Zhou Daoquan looked at Zhou Chun with gratitude and said, "I really must thank you for that bottle of Pure Yin Spirit Liquid, Zhengchun. Without it, relying solely on Netherworld Ghost Qi and the Energy of Yin Fiend here, I probably wouldn't have succeeded in transforming. It truly is too risky to attempt Ghost Cultivation with Purple Mansion Phase cultivation level!"

The bottle of Pure Yin Spirit Liquid he spoke of was personally crafted by Zhou Chun, consuming five thousand-year Treasure Medicine-level Yin Attribute Spirit Medicines to refine.

Such treatment is difficult to enjoy even for many Golden Core Stage Cultivators attempting to transition to Ghost Cultivation.

Although Yin Attribute Spirit Medicines have little use for Cultivators, finding medicines of such high age is very much a matter of luck.

However, Zhou Chun didn't mind it at all. He waved his hand carelessly with a smile and said, "Uncle Ancestor, you needn't be so polite. As long as you can successfully transform, a mere bottle of Pure Yin Spirit Liquid is of no consequence."

"Now that you've successfully transformed, I won't disturb you as you strengthen your cultivation. If you need to contact me or the Supreme Elder in the future, you can directly send a message to Elder Lin."

"Once you've consolidated your cultivation, I'll come to visit you again!"

Having said that, he took the initiative to bid farewell and leave.

Humans and ghosts ultimately walk different paths; in a sense, Ghost Cultivators can already be considered ghostly beings. The Land of Yin Fiend where they reside is not a suitable place for regular Cultivators.

Moreover, Zhou Daoquan has just succeeded in transforming; his cultivation is equivalent only to a cultivator at the Initial Stage of Purple Mansion, and he is unfamiliar with any Ghost Cultivation spells. It's crucial for him at this time to consolidate his cultivation and diligently practice spells!

As for his safety alone in this place, Zhou Chun was not worried.

Ghost Cultivators may have many shortcomings, but their survival capability in their own domain is famously strong.

Without a physical form, they can hide deep underground in ghost dens when facing danger.

Without special means to counter Ghost Cultivators or the ability to destroy the Land of Yin Fiend here, killing a Ghost Cultivator in this place is extremely challenging.

It was doubly good news when Zhou Chun returned to his family shortly afterward. Several years after he consumed the Third Order top-grade Wind Attribute Demon Core exchanged at the Canglan Sect meeting, the Golden Winged Tiger finally fully absorbed the Core and advanced to Third Order top-grade.

Unlike Thunder Flood Dragon Baibai and Golden Armor Turtle Bearer Stone, endowed with extraordinary bloodline talents allowing them to advance directly to Fourth Order without bottlenecks.

After reaching Third Order top-grade, the Golden Winged Tiger met an obstacle in its advancement path and needed significant fortune to evolve into a Fourth Order Magical Beast.

But Zhou Chun had no time to help it find this fortune at the moment because there were many important tasks to attend to.

Thus, he could only let it slowly cultivate and accumulate strength, waiting for the opportunity to arise.

After handling Zhou Daoquan's transformation into Ghost Cultivation, Zhou Chun managed to let go of one worry.

He immediately calmed his mind, simultaneously instructing his disciples and cultivating several newly acquired Secret Art Divine Techniques.

Among them, the auxiliary Spiritual Objects needed for the first layer of 'Little Five Elements Banishing Brilliance' had already been gathered by Zhou Chun during his previous travels, and he'd gathered three items required for the second layer as well.

He was cultivating the first layer's secret technique while having family cultivators help to find the remaining two Spiritual Objects.

As for the Metal Element Evil Qi required for 'Fiend Essence Studies', Zhou Chun directly went to the place where he originally collected [Earth Mother Profound Gold] and gathered a large amount, enough to refine slowly for decades.

Thus, the main Secret Art Divine Techniques Zhou Chun is currently cultivating include 'God-Slaying Great Method', [Geng Metal Splitting Sky Thunder], 'Beast Spirit Fusion Technique', 'Little Five Elements Banishing Brilliance', and 'Fiend Essence Studies'.

As for the "Metal Escape Technique" he's been researching, since he hasn't even begun, there isn't much to talk about in its cultivation.

Once a Cultivator calms their mind to deeply cultivate, they hardly feel the passage of time.

When Zhou Chun reappeared in the sight of the clan's members, it was already seven years after Zhou Daoquan's transformation into Ghost Cultivation.

Seven years ago, after Zhou Daoquan transitioned into the path of Ghost Cultivation, the Zhou Family hosted a grand funeral for him and established a memorial in the family graveyard.

Seven years later, Zhou Chun reappeared to host another funeral, this one for the Acting Clan Leader Zhou Xinyi!

For a hundred years, Zhou Chun has been focused on cultivation, leaving family affairs entirely to Zhou Xinyi, who dedicated his life's efforts to the family, working tirelessly.

Sadly, since he possessed only Foundation Establishment Stage cultivation, without a fully manifested Divine Soul, he couldn't even walk the Ghost Cultivation path.

Now, having exhausted his lifespan, he sat and transformed in death. As Clan Leader, Zhou Chun unusually attended and presided over his funeral to honor his contributions to the family.

"Xinyi was diligent and dedicated throughout his life in serving the family. The family's current status and power owe much to his efforts. Future generations should look to his example and always remember his contributions to the family!"

On the funeral grounds, Zhou Chun solemnly addressed the clan, affirming Zhou Xinyi's lifetime achievements and contributions to the family.

After the funeral concluded, Zhou Xinyan, the successor to Zhou Xinyi, was summoned to converse within Zhou Chun's hall.

As a Family Elder, Zhou Xinyan had actively requested to assume Zhou Xinyi's duties.

He had spent several years in advance following Zhou Xinyi to learn how to manage clan affairs.

This clearly showed a calculating young member, recognizing the power and convenience that comes with the Acting Clan Leader's position, intending to use it as a step to advancement.

Yet Zhou Chun was not particularly adverse to this.

After all, the bustling world revolves around profit.

Expecting clan members to work for the family's benefit without considering gains is very unrealistic.

Zhou Xinyan could serve as Acting Clan Leader, provided he possesses the capability and doesn't let Zhou Chun discover any misuse of power for his personal gain!

If he can accomplish these two points, Zhou Chun wouldn't mind giving him more assistance in cultivation later on. Otherwise, he shouldn't blame Zhou Chun for being meticulously fair.

Summoning this junior to his hall, Zhou Chun sternly observed him and said, "Xinyan, your willingness to step up to this responsibility is commendable. As the family now stands, certainly Foundation Establishment cultivation is insufficient to represent the family."

"However, this role bears great significance; it can be said that the lives of eight hundred family cultivators depend upon you, with thousands indirectly affected. Any mistake could have severe consequences. Are you aware of this?"

When Zhou Chun finished speaking, Zhou Xinyan respectfully responded in a deep voice, "Junior understands. Junior will diligently fulfill his duties and will not betray your trust!"

Listening to his reply, Zhou Chun gave him a deep look and nodded: "Since you understand, I won't say more. I'll let you act as interim for three years as a probationary period; if you do well over three years, you may formally take this role; otherwise, go seek fortune outside!"

"Yes, thank you Clan Leader for this opportunity. Junior will not disappoint you!"

Zhou Xinyan's heart leaped with joy as he deeply bowed before leaving Zhou Chun's hall, contented.

Nevertheless, Zhou Chun dared not neglect such matters lightly. Over the subsequent year or two, he paid close attention to family affairs, discreetly observing Zhou Xinyan's every move to determine whether he was reliable.