This bee had originally been an ordinary fire bee, born from the blood queen's brood. Later, it was transformed by him using the Platinum-tier insect cultivation method of the cave world.
Its fire sac could store the Netherfire Devouring Flames. Its body, once a blend of red and yellow, had turned into a striking black and red, resembling a venomous bee straight from the depths of hell. The very sight of it was enough to send chills through one's heart.
However, this was merely the first batch of fire bees he had cultivated, and as such, it still possessed many flaws. For instance, its lifespan was rather short. It was also incapable of storing the Netherfire Devouring Flame for long periods. Over time, it could even be consumed by the flames, catching fire on its own.
He had kept one as a memento, while the others had died off once their life force had been exhausted. To his surprise, this particular fire bee had turned out to be useful after all.
Moreover, the blood bee had an extraordinarily small brain, only obeying the commands of the queen. There was no risk of anyone prying into its memories, which was why he had felt at ease in taking it out.
"This isβ¦"
Ning Tai stared at the fire bee in astonishment.
Chu Xuan carefully cradled the bee in his palm, his tone reverent.
"This bee was something I unintentionally found while exploring an ancient ruin. When I found it, it was on the brink of death, lying in natural spiritual fire, and I noticed it was feeding off the fire. Taking advantage of its weakness, I took it with me, but not knowing how to tame insects, I've kept it sealed in this jade box, merely to prolong its life."
Chu Xuan gestured toward the bee's swollen abdomen.
"Fellow Daoist Ning, take a look. Its belly is glowing red and emitting high heat; it must have a fire sac inside."
Ning Tai was taken aback, his eyes wide with astonishment. A fire bee capable of consuming natural spiritual fire was indeed a rare sight!
However, the bee looked sickly and frail. Its taming potential seemed to be long gone, and it appeared to be valuable only as a collectible.
Ning Tai nodded repeatedly. "This fire bee is indeed precious. That senior would certainly be pleased. In that case, I shall exchange it for my Dragon-shaped Bug."
Chu Xuan smiled and nodded. The fire bee was of little value to him. As long as he wished, he could easily mass-produce more. But a Dragon-shaped Bug over three hundred years old was a rare find. To exchange the fire bee for this Dragon-shaped Bug was a deal that could not fail to benefit him.
The two exchanged insects with mutual satisfaction. ππ«ππ²ππππ§π πππ₯.πππ
Ning Tai, his face beaming with joy, quickly packed up and left.
Chu Xuan also returned home.
"You are diligent in your work, that's commendable. These next few days, continue to investigate the prices at the shops in Neon Garment Market. It would be best if you could find any shops on the verge of closing down. If so, take the opportunity to acquire them."
Chu Xuan casually instructed.
He Zhao nodded repeatedly. "Rest assured, senior! I will dedicate myself fully to this task!"
Once the instructions were given, Chu Xuan returned to the Tea House, swiftly stepping out and using the Myriad Realm Mirror to return to the Water Curtain Cave.
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The various insect species were already prepared. Now, it was time to employ the Heavenly Cave Insect Cultivation Method.
The Heavenly Cave Insect Cultivation Method, after all, originated from the Cave World and differed from the insect cultivation techniques of the Immortal Realm.
Chu Xuan had already spent considerable effort improving it, making the method adaptable to the Immortal Realm. This was not difficult, merely a bit tedious. The template had already been established, and the next steps were merely fine-tuning.
Chu Xuan gazed at the twelve types of insects before him and immediately began his work. The powerful organs of the insects, such as the fire sac of the fire bee or the venom sac of the poison bee, were much like spiritual roots. They were the very foundation of an insect's survival. Without these organs, they could not grow.
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