Beast Taming: I gained the talent of a spirit pet

"Grandpa, there's a Taoist temple ahead. Let's hurry and take shelter from the rain… This rain is getting heavy, and it's a bit cold."

"Alright. Although you have some martial arts foundation, you're still young and can't withstand the cold."

"Huh, there are people inside!"

"Alright! Feibai, have you forgotten what Grandpa told you? When you're out and about, talk less and observe more. Don't be nosy."

"Yes, Grandpa!"

As the voices grew closer, two figures, one tall and one short, soon approached the Taoist temple.

The two figures didn't rashly enter but stopped outside the temple gate. The taller figure cupped his hands and spoke in an aged voice:

"Friends inside, the night is late, and it's raining outside. I wonder if you would allow this old man and his grandson to spend the night?"

The Taoist temple was silent for a moment, and then a clear voice came out:

"I am just a passerby and not the owner of this place. Old sir, please feel free to do as you wish."

"Then this old man will take the liberty of intruding."

The grandfather and grandson entered the Taoist temple and saw a bonfire burning in a corner.

Beside the bonfire was a tall and slender young man in black. He had sword-like eyebrows and starry eyes, and his gaze was stern. A simple long sword hung at his waist.

At this moment, he was roasting a piece of meat.

Gu Yuan glanced at the grandfather and grandson who had entered.

The young man was still young, about twelve or thirteen years old. He looked delicate and handsome, with rosy lips and white teeth, and bright eyes filled with curiosity.

The old man was not young, his long hair was all white, his back was slightly hunched, and he held a wooden staff.

However, Gu Yuan had keen eyesight and could naturally see that this old man was not simple.

This was a wilderness, with no traces of people for dozens of miles, and the road was rugged, with frequent wild animal attacks. How could an old man travel long distances in this situation?

Moreover, the old man's steps were steady. Beneath his aged body, a majestic aura of energy and blood was hidden, clearly indicating that he was a Xiantian martial artist.

Upon seeing Gu Yuan, the old man's eyes narrowed, and he also sensed that Gu Yuan was not simple.

He suddenly felt a trace of regret in his heart, feeling that entering this place was inevitably somewhat risky.

However, he had already spoken, and he had already entered the Taoist temple with his precious grandson by his side. Changing his mind now would inevitably cause displeasure. After thinking about it, he ultimately didn't do anything.

He simply cupped his hands at Gu Yuan and then led his grandson to another corner to build a bonfire, warm up some dry food, and warm their bodies.

However, before long, some other travelers came one after another and entered the Taoist temple.

These people were also here to take shelter from the rain and rest. They had different identities, including passing merchants, hunters, and wandering martial artists.

Upon seeing Gu Yuan and the grandfather and grandson, they didn't rashly greet them because they couldn't see through their true strength. They found another place to clean up and began to rest.

Everyone was busy with their own affairs, and this long-abandoned Taoist temple became a rare lively place.

The night deepened.

After eating and drinking their fill, and being warmed by the fire, their bodies gradually warmed up, and they felt a bit comfortable.

Someone, with nothing to do, simply cupped his hands towards a wealthy middle-aged man in the crowd and said:

"Mr. Bao, I heard that you once served as a Taoist disciple beside a Celestial Realm cultivator when you were young. You are knowledgeable and well-informed. Recently, many famous figures have gathered in Shengyang Prefecture, and many troubles have occurred in Shengyang Prefecture as well. I wonder if you can tell us what exactly is happening in Shengyang Prefecture?"

The wealthy middle-aged man stroked a jade thumb ring on his finger, smiled when he heard the words, and seeing that everyone around him was looking over curiously, he said:

"Originally, this matter was a secret a few months ago, but now, those who should know already know, and those who shouldn't know also know. There's nothing to hide by saying it now."

"Actually, a major event has indeed occurred in Shengyang Prefecture recently."

Bao Datong grinned: "Deep in the Yunmeng Mountains, a Celestial Palace has appeared. Many people, after receiving the news, have rushed to Shengyang Prefecture, wanting to try their luck with the Immortal Fate."

A Celestial Palace has appeared?

Such a good thing!

Many people were stunned, and then became excited and agitated.

The person who had asked the question earlier directly inquired: "May I ask, Mr. Bao, what is the origin of this Celestial Palace?"

Bao Datong shook his head and said: "This Celestial Palace is said to be the cave dwelling of an supreme figure, named Crimson Dragon Taoist, a Dragon Gate Realm expert, who was only one step away from attaining immortality."

Crimson Dragon Taoist? Dragon Gate Realm expert?!

Upon hearing these words, although most people didn't quite understand the specific meaning of these words, they knew that this Celestial Palace must contain many spiritual medicines, rare treasures, and even inheritance treasures left behind by immortals.

For a time, they were all excited.

Some people even had ideas and were wondering if they should also try their luck with the Immortal Fate.

If they were lucky and really obtained some immortal treasure, wouldn't they soar to the sky?

Even the grandfather and grandson turned their gazes over. The young man looked at his grandfather, wanting to say something but stopping.

Bao Datong saw through everyone's thoughts at a glance and directly poured a bucket of cold water:

"However, you should forget about this matter."

"As far as I know, there are countless people plotting for this Celestial Palace. Among them, martial artists and Xiantian martial artists are small characters, and there are not a few Celestial Realm cultivators."

Bao Datong waved his hand: "These are nothing. The key is that Immortal Sects such as Medicine King Mountain, Gu God Sect, and Star River Sword Sect are also plotting, and have sent experts down the mountain. In addition, some loose immortal giants have also sent their disciples to train them."

"What virtue or ability do we have to compete with these people for benefits? Even if we go, I'm afraid we'll only be courting death."

Hearing these words, many people woke up and smiled bitterly, also feeling that they were daydreaming.

Seeing that some people's eyes were flickering, and they didn't seem to have given up the idea, Bao Datong couldn't help but kindly reminded them:

"Moreover, to enter this Celestial Palace, you also need the key to the Celestial Palace, the Crimson Dragon Token. Without the Crimson Dragon Token, no one can enter it, so even if you go, it's useless and you'll only make a trip for nothing."

Everyone was silent.

Crimson Dragon Token… Gu Yuan's eyes flickered slightly. The opportunities in this Celestial Palace were indeed not so easy to obtain.

Bao Datong glanced at Gu Yuan, and seeing that he was silent, he didn't rashly greet him. His gaze turned and fell on the grandfather and grandson.

Especially the young man, whose body was well-proportioned and whose aura was clean and pure, was clearly a good seed for cultivation. He couldn't help but laugh and say:

"This old man, could it be that you are also here to seek the Immortal Fate?"

"I see that your grandson has good bones. If he is fortunate enough to win a share of the opportunity, his future may be limitless."

"How dare we…"

The white-haired old man cupped his hands and bowed, and then shook his head and sighed:

"This old man is old and can't stand any more tossing. On the other hand, my grandson's aptitude is still acceptable. Our grandfather and grandson came to Shengyang Prefecture not daring to expect the Celestial Palace opportunity, but intending to see if we can meet an immortal."

"If someone takes a fancy to my grandson and takes him as a disciple, this old man will be willing to die!"

Hearing this, his grandson Xu Feibai tugged at his sleeve: "Grandpa!"