Chapter 2162: The Colossal Ghost Mastiff!
After putting away the jade talisman, the Ghost Master continued to invite Zhou Yu to drink.
The two drank for half a day before finishing.
The Ghost Master instructed his subordinates to arrange a cave dwelling for Zhou Yu.
Upon arriving at the cave dwelling, just as he had done at Mrs. Mu’s place, the first thing Zhou Yu did was to set up array flags to prevent anyone from spying.
Having set up the array flags, Zhou Yu let out a slight sigh of relief, then sat cross-legged, showing a contemplative expression.
The Ghost Master invited him to help, in theory, he should have just given a direct order.
However, the Ghost Master first invited him for drinks, then gifted him the Ghost Mastiff and the refining technique.
This left Zhou Yu utterly confused about what the Ghost Master truly intended.
Could it be a case of extending an olive branch before exerting power?
Yet, before executing their grand plan, they should have no reason to suddenly act against him.
Then, Zhou Yu carefully recalled the scene when the Ghost Master came to Mrs. Mu to request someone.
From Mrs. Mu’s reaction, she was actually reluctant, yet she still agreed.
From what he knew of Mrs. Mu, if the Ghost Master had any unspeakable intentions, Mrs. Mu would likely not have agreed.
Thinking it over, Zhou Yu still couldn’t figure out why.
Unless, there was only one possibility.
That besides soul energy from the Netherworld, they needed his help for other matters.
Upon this thought, Zhou Yu slowly opened his eyes.
No matter what, he should first focus on the tasks at hand; future matters can be dealt with as they come.
Then, Zhou Yu flipped his palm, and the jade talisman given by the Ghost Master appeared in his hand.
Immediately, Zhou Yu immersed his Divine Sense into it and began to study.
A moment later, a flash of understanding appeared in Zhou Yu’s eyes.
Then he waved his hand again, and the two beautiful Ghost Mastiffs given to him by the Ghost Master appeared before him.
Zhou Yu, following the method recorded in the jade talisman, left a Primordial Spirit Mark within the Ghost Mastiffs.
Half an hour later, Zhou Yu could easily control the two Ghost Mastiffs.
However, Zhou Yu’s goal was not simply to control these two Ghost Mastiffs.
It was to understand the intricacies involved.
Then, Zhou Yu began to delve deeply into research.
This research left Zhou Yu deeply shocked.
Though the Ghost Mastiff Technique seemed unremarkable, it actually contained the essence of the Puppet Path.
Zhou Yu didn’t know whether this Ghost Mastiff Technique was the Ghost Master’s own research or if he inherited it from someone else.
If it was the latter, then so be it.
If it was the former, then this Ghost Master is truly a genius of unparalleled talent.
It’s known that the Puppet Path is in no way inferior to the Alchemy Dao or the Array Path.
And in some sense, it’s even more complex.
Ordinary people find it hard even to get started.
Back when Zhou Yu was in Fengyuan City, he met many Alchemy Masters, Artifact Refining Masters, and even Array Dao Masters, but never heard of any Puppet Master.
Fengyuan City is the highest city of the Human Race.
If even Fengyuan City has no Puppet Master, one can imagine how challenging it is.
The jade talisman contains a simple record of some techniques of the Ghost Mastiff Technique, and even this simple outline gave Zhou Yu a feeling of facing a vast ocean.
He had no starting point.
No wonder the Ghost Master didn’t worry about his unique skill being leaked when gifting the jade talisman.
However, even so, Zhou Yu still derived a lot of inspiration from it.
Just as Zhou Yu was immersed in studying the Ghost Mastiff Technique, suddenly, the voice of the Ghost Master sounded.
"Mr. Zhou, the time has come, please come out so we can discuss specific matters."
Hearing this voice, Zhou Yu suddenly snapped back to reality.
Then, he took a deep breath, put away the jade talisman, and gracefully walked out of the cave dwelling.
Led by a subordinate, Zhou Yu arrived at another cave dwelling.
Upon entering, Zhou Yu immediately noticed the extraordinary nature of this cave dwelling.
In the center of the cave dwelling was a massive furnace, filled with Earth Core Flame.
The material of this furnace was unknown.
Its surface was unexpectedly transparent, allowing a clear view of the Earth Core Flame surging inside.
Besides the massive furnace, there was also a giant Ghost Mastiff.
Unlike the two beautiful Ghost Mastiffs the Ghost Master gifted Zhou Yu.
The Ghost Mastiff before him was over twenty zhang in size, with a very robust physique.
It resembled the legendary Titan Giant.
Moreover, this giant Ghost Mastiff exuded a cold aura, especially when Zhou Yu looked into its eyes.
The giant Ghost Mastiff suddenly lowered its head to meet Zhou Yu’s gaze.
In that moment, Zhou Yu felt a chilling aura piercing straight to his heart.
Moreover, this cold aura gave Zhou Yu a very familiar feeling.
Zhou Yu was shaken to his core.
The strength of this Ghost Mastiff was at least at the Void Refinement Realm.
Absolutely incredible.
Immediately, Zhou Yu spoke:
"Senior, it seems that this Ghost Mastiff carries the aura of your Primordial Spirit."
"Could it be that you crafted this Ghost Mastiff using the Divine Splitting Technique?"
The so-called Divine Splitting Technique is a method to imbue spirits into Ghost Mastiffs.
This method was also recorded in the jade talisman given by the Ghost Master.
When Zhou Yu was studying the jade talisman, he noticed this aspect as well.
Upon hearing Zhou Yu’s words, the Ghost Master chuckled.
"It appears Mr. Zhou has already studied the jade talisman I gave you."
"Indeed, it is the Divine Splitting Technique."
"Because this Ghost Mastiff is too massive, and the materials used are extremely precious, ordinary control techniques couldn’t fundamentally command it."
"Therefore, I divided a small part of my Primordial Spirit and injected it into it."
"I see."
"Your understanding of the Primordial Spirit Path is truly admirable, Senior!"
Zhou Yu complimented.
The Ghost Master chuckled, revealing a rare expression of pride.
"At least you have insight, young man."
"Alright, let’s not waste time on idle talk."
"Today, I invited you here to infuse some Heavenly Punishment Divine Thunder into this Ghost Mastiff."
Zhou Yu’s heart stirred immediately, and he said:
"No problem, but please explain in detail how to infuse it, Senior."
The Ghost Master pointed to the Ghost Mastiff’s chest and back, saying:
"During its crafting, I inscribed some Rune Arrays on this Ghost Mastiff."
"These Rune Arrays can store Heaven and Earth Primordial Power, including the Power Of Thunder."
"When we begin, I will activate these Rune Arrays, and then..."
The Ghost Master explained in detail.
Adding to Zhou Yu’s research on the contents of the jade talisman, he quickly understood what needed to be done.
"Senior, I understand now."
"We can begin."
The Ghost Master chuckled.
"Good."
"If we can successfully complete this, I will naturally reward you with some other things."
Zhou Yu immediately cupped his hands and said:
"Then I thank you in advance, Senior."