Wu Yong stepped past the Senior Brothers and Senior Sisters on the steps and entered the Mission Hall.
On the east side of the hall were several adjoining mission boards, ranging from Foundation Establishment Realm, Golden Core Realm, to Nascent Soul Realm, covered with various tasks.
On the west side was a row of tables, where the Senior Brothers and Senior Sisters on duty were receiving Fellow Daoists who were either preparing for missions or returning from them. Wu Yong observed the missions suitable for the Foundation Establishment Realm.
"A third-tier Yao Beast, the 'Blazing Scale Flood Dragon,' has been discovered in Scarlet Flame Mountain. Its inner core is a crucial Material for refining Medicinal Pills, and its scales can be used to make Low Grade Magic Treasures. The requirement is to capture it alive if possible. Completing the mission will earn one hundred Low-Grade Spirit Stones and corresponding Sect contribution points."
"A third-tier Yao Beast, the 'Ice Soul Flood Dragon,' has been discovered underwater in the waterfall pond on the west side of Scarlet Flame Mountain. Its inner core can be used to refine Medicinal Pills, and its scales can be used to make Medium Grade Magic Treasures. Its life or death doesn't matter. Completing the mission will earn one hundred Low-Grade Spirit Stones and corresponding Sect contribution points."
Sect contribution points were an additional reward independent of Spirit Stones. When missions were handed over, the Senior Brothers and Senior Sisters in the Mission Hall would award them based on the difficulty of the mission, and contribution points could also be exchanged for corresponding rewards.
The Cultivation of Yao Beasts corresponded to the Cultivation of Cultivators: first-tier corresponded to Qi Refining Realm, second-tier to Foundation Establishment Realm, third-tier to Golden Core Realm, and so on.
Magic Treasures were divided into Magic Treasures and Spirit Treasures. Magic Treasures had Low Grade, Medium Grade, and High Grade, corresponding to Qi Refining Realm to Golden Core Realm, respectively. Spirit Treasures, however, could only be wielded by Cultivators above the Nascent Soul Realm, as Spirit Treasures possessed spiritual intelligence and would actively choose their master.
The Spirit Stone ratio was: 1 High-Grade Spirit Stone equaled 100 Mid-Grade Spirit Stones, 1 Mid-Grade Spirit Stone equaled 100 Low-Grade Spirit Stones, and 1 Low-Grade Spirit Stone equaled 10 taels of gold.
Just as Wu Yong was considering whether to accept these two missions, a jade-like hand reached out, and two mission scrolls flew towards Wu Yong's side.
A graceful figure, riding a Dragon Whiskered Tiger, appeared beside Wu Yong at some unknown time.
The Dragon Whiskered Tiger possessed Dragon Clan Bloodline, was enormous in size, covered in silver-white scales, with hooked claws, a whip-like tail, and two Dragon whiskers floating by its mouth, appearing incredibly domineering.
And the woman riding on its back was Wu Yong's Fellow Daoist from the same period, Liu Ruyue of Ziyang Peak.
Liu Ruyue, in a white dress as pure as snow, had picturesque features, skin like jade, and long hair that flowed like a waterfall in the wind. Her eyes were as clear as water, yet held a hint of cold arrogance.
"I'll take these two missions," Liu Ruyue's voice was as clear and cold as jade beads clinking on a plate. After the mission scrolls flew into her hand, she put them into her storage ring.
The Three-Flower Cat on Wu Yong's shoulder immediately bristled and let out a sharp cry at the Dragon Whiskered Tiger.
"Meow!" You scoundrel, how dare you steal my missions!
Liu Ruyue seemed to notice Wu Yong only then, and looking down at him, she bowed slightly and said, "My apologies."
Then she patted the Dragon Whiskered Tiger's head. The Dragon Whiskered Tiger snorted at the Three-Flower Cat, flicked its tail, and strode away.
Wu Yong hugged the Three-Flower Cat, comforting it: "It's alright, we'll just find some other missions."
Under Wu Yong's comfort, the Three-Flower Cat gradually calmed down, rolled around in Wu Yong's arms, and then began licking its bristled fur.
The hall immediately erupted in an uproar, with various discussions rising and falling.
"Riding a Dragon Whiskered Tiger mount inside the hall, what a grand display!"
"Indeed, although this Fellow Daoist is exceptionally beautiful, her actions are a bit too ostentatious."
"If I'm not mistaken, that's a third-tier Dragon Whiskered Tiger. For this Fellow Daoist to be able to subdue a third-tier Dragon Whiskered Tiger with her Foundation Establishment Realm strength, she must have extraordinary abilities."
At this moment, Li Feng of Tianjian Peak clarified for everyone: "That's Liu Ruyue, the Third Young Miss of Minister of Rites Liu Zongyuan. I heard her eldest sister, Liu Ruyan, is already a Soul Transformation Realm mighty figure, and her Talisman techniques are superb, even the Sect Master praises her endlessly!"
Zhao Yan, another Fellow Daoist from Nine Heavens Peak, continued: "Isn't that right? Her second sister, Liu Rumei, is also not simple. At a young age, she already possesses Nascent Soul Realm Cultivation, and her lightning whip is unmatched. The three Liu sisters can be said to be three outstanding talents from one family, each a favored daughter of heaven!"
Suddenly, everyone around joined the discussion.
"The most terrifying is Liu Ruyue. She only joined the Sect a few months ago and has already broken through from an ordinary person to the Foundation Establishment Realm. I heard she's about to form her Golden Core! This Cultivation speed is simply that of a Prodigy!"
"Alas, comparing oneself to others is infuriating. We Cultivate diligently for decades, yet it's not as good as their few months..."
Wu Yong, listening to the surrounding discussions, tilted his head in thought. Was it difficult to reach the Foundation Establishment Realm in a few months? I did too.
He shrugged and continued to examine the mission board. With his pockets currently empty, these were not the issues he should be considering right now.
Just then, a commotion suddenly erupted outside the Mission Hall. Liu Ruyue's Dragon Whiskered Tiger let out a low roar, then soared into the sky, carrying her as it transformed into a streak of light and disappeared into the horizon. The other Fellow Daoists in the Foundation Establishment Realm looked in the direction she departed, their eyes filled with envy and awe.
"The Qingyun Peak's mountain-protecting Formation has fallen into disrepair due to age. We are currently seeking two Formation Masters or two Fellow Daoists skilled in Talismans, with Cultivation above the Golden Core Realm, and one Fellow Daoist skilled in earth-attribute Spells to assist in stabilizing the earth pulse. Upon completion of the mission, participants may choose an Earth-Grade or lower Cultivation Technique from Qingyun Peak."
Cultivation Techniques were categorized from highest to lowest as Heaven, Earth, Profound, and Yellow. The Budao Sect has existed for over ten thousand years and has experienced campaigns against the Demon Race, with each peak having its own scripture repository.
"In Xiaoshan Village at the foot of Scarlet Flame Mountain, villagers have reported that one villager goes missing every half month. After reporting to the officials, the authorities investigated and concluded that a large beast from the nearby forest had eaten the villagers. However, within a month, two more villagers went missing, so they came to the Budao Sect to issue a mission. It is recommended that Cultivators above the Golden Core Realm accept this mission. The reward is fifty Low-Grade Spirit Stones and corresponding Sect contribution points."
Wu Yong nodded. This mission was good. He then tore off the mission scroll.
The Three-Flower Cat, curled up on Wu Yong's shoulder, was dozing. Hearing the movement, it lazily lifted its head, its golden pupils somewhat unfocused.
"Three Flowers, we have work to do." Wu Yong shook the mission scroll in his hand.
The Three-Flower Cat stretched, jumped onto Wu Yong's head, and coiled up, its tail sweeping across his neck. It let out a meow,
