Beast Taming: Slaughter Atlas-Chapter 576 - 520: The Beast Master’s Emperor Tribulation

Chapter 576: Chapter 520: The Beast Master’s Emperor Tribulation

The Purple Bamboo Demons along the way automatically avoided them, allowing Chu Chen and the other two to pass through without any hindrance.

As the sunset’s afterglow cast over the valley, Chu Chen and his companions smoothly returned to the base.

After a few brief instructions, Chu Chen eagerly entered the Cultivation Room.

Once he adjusted his state through brief meditation, he took out an Emperor-level First Rank Purple Bamboo Shoot to consume.

Carefully peeling off the bamboo shoot’s shell, the faint purplish bamboo meat glimmered with a crystalline glow, as a subtle fragrance flooded his nostrils.

Chu Chen’s Adam’s apple moved, his appetite instantly whetted and without hesitation, he took a bite.

The texture was crisp and tender, leaving a lingering fragrance on his lips and teeth, followed by a surge of pure Star Power flowing through Chu Chen’s body.

The effect of this Emperor-level Purple Bamboo Shoot was far beyond that of the Emperor-level ones, with a disparity not only in the contained Star Power but also in taste, being richer and more mellow.

After a few bites, Chu Chen felt the Star Power in his body had reached its peak, and continuing to consume it would only result in waste.

Quickly storing away the bamboo shoot, he began his cultivation.

Moments later, Chu Chen withdrew from meditation, a satisfied smile playing on his lips, as the effect of the Emperor-level Purple Bamboo Shoot was even better than he had imagined. At this rate, he would attain the Emperor-level Peak within three days and then could break through to the Emperor Level.

Suppressing the excitement in his heart, Chu Chen raised his hand, summoning Lei Yao and other beasts, and then took out over a dozen Late-Stage Emperor Level and Early-Stage Emperor Level Purple Bamboo Shoots from the Spatial Ring.

"Take these for cultivation," Chu Chen smiled, pointing at the bamboo shoots on the ground.

The beasts understood their master’s intention to break through to the Emperor Level and, after dividing up the bamboo shoots, each found a corner for their respective cultivation.

Seeing this, Chu Chen no longer paid attention to the beasts and after a few bites of the bamboo shoot, returned to his meditative state.

Three days rapidly passed by. Chu Chen suddenly opened his eyes, their light twinkling with a radiant gleam, as an intense Soul Power wave emanated from within him.

Feeling the height of his Soul Sea, Chu Chen couldn’t help but smile.

Three days of rigorous cultivation had elevated his realm to Emperor-level Perfection, with just one more step to reach the Emperor Level.

However, Chu Chen had no immediate intention to challenge the Emperor Level, rather he planned to first meet Long Batian.

Breaking through the Emperor Level comes with the Emperor Tribulation for Beasts, and similarly, humans face the Emperor Tribulation during their breakthrough.

Although Chu Chen had heard about it, breaking through the Emperor Level is a significant affair, and he planned to consult Long Batian, preparing thoroughly before confronting the Emperor Tribulation.

Stretching his somewhat sore limbs, Chu Chen left the Cultivation Room.

Moments later, Chu Chen found Long Batian in a stone chamber.

"Haha, I’ve heard you’ve done something big lately," Long Batian laughed upon seeing Chu Chen.

Chu Chen, puzzled by the words, asked, "What big thing?"

"You’re acting dumb with me, but rest assured I won’t take those Purple Bamboo Shoots from you," Long Batian retorted, annoyed.

Upon hearing this, Chu Chen realized why, considering the Purple Bamboo Shoots matter not such a significant task.

"Teacher misunderstood, I was merely..."

"Alright, no need to explain to me, but I am curious why you spared the Purple Bamboo Demon King?" Long Batian interrupted.

Chu Chen smiled and explained, "The Purple Bamboo Demon King has never harmed humans and it won’t join the Star Beast Alliance. Since they pose no threat to us, there is no need for extermination."

Long Batian skeptically inquired, "That simple?"

Chu Chen scratched his head and replied, "Actually, there is a second reason. These Purple Bamboo Shoots are rare treasures, and if the Purple Bamboo Demon tribe were destroyed, it would be tough to find such treasures again in the future."

Upon hearing this, Long Batian burst into laughter, "I knew you had no noble intentions, aiming to harvest like grass."

"Teacher wisely sees through everything effortlessly."

"Quit flattering me, what purpose brings you here this time?"

Without explanation, Chu Chen directly released his aura.

Upon sensing it, Long Batian was startled but quickly grinned, "Nice, reaching Emperor-level Peak so soon, when do you plan to face the Emperor Tribulation?"

"Though I’ve heard of the Emperor Tribulation, I’m unaware of the specifics, and came to seek teacher’s guidance," replied Chu Chen.

Long Batian restrained his laughter, adopting a serious demeanor, "The Emperor Tribulation for Star Beasts is to endure the baptism of the Power of Heaven and Earth, whereas humans face their inner demons, requiring immense willpower."

Chu Chen furrowed his brows, "Are inner demons challenging? I’ve never heard anyone mention them."

Long Batian sighed, "Inner demons can be both difficult and straightforward. The reason you’ve not heard about it is that humans have always lived under the shadow of Star Beasts. Those reaching Emperor-level Peak have emerged from mountains of corpses and seas of blood, and their trials have tempered their hearts, making these inner demons relatively easy for them."

Chu Chen nodded thoughtfully, "Then, in what way are they difficult?"

Long Batian sighed again, "They’re challenging for talents like you, who are exceedingly gifted and cultivated at any cost by the Alliance. Your trials are not as extensive as the old veterans, resulting in a lesser mind’s strength. However, you’ve risen from humble beginnings, enduring many hardships along the way, and I believe the inner demon won’t be difficult for you."

Feeling more at ease, Chu Chen inquired further, "Teacher, are inner demons categorized by levels, and does each person’s inner demon differ?"

"Indeed, inner demons are categorized into First Level, Second Level, and Level 3. The nature of one’s inner demon depends on the Beast Master’s Talent and Soul Power. Generally, the higher the talent and stronger the Soul Power of the Beast Master, the higher the level of inner demon they provoke," Long Batian explained.

Chu Chen’s expression changed slightly upon hearing this, as his talent, thanks to the Ten Thousand Year Stalactite Liquid and Pure Heaven Snow Lotus, had reached Blue Rank Upper Grade. Though not yet the very top cultivation talent, Blue Rank Upper Grade is a rarity, and he practiced the top-tier Celestial Rank Upper Grade cultivation technique, "Thunder Fury Meditation Technique."

Combining these factors, it’d mean at least provoking a Second Level inner demon, with a significant chance of a Level 3 inner demon.

These thoughts led to a somber expression on Chu Chen’s face, who had merely thought of inner demons as nightmares, not realizing the danger they posed.

If not for his caution, Chu Chen might have rashly challenged the Emperor Level, endangering himself.

Seeing Chu Chen’s worried demeanor, Long Batian recounted his experience facing the tribulation.

Long Batian’s inner demons were linked to the Cyan Dragon Daoist School, which was abandoned by the Alliance and eventually destroyed by Star Beasts.

Within his inner demons, he experienced countless life and death scenarios, tasting the life’s sweet and bitter moments, and only through an arduous rebuild of the Cyan Dragon Daoist School did he overpower the inner demons.

"In essence, inner demons are not as frightening as you think. They aim to destroy what you hold most dear, and you must seek revenge or reconstruction. Naturally, the higher level of inner demons create more real illusions, requiring you to uphold your true self to defeat them," Long Batian stated solemnly.

Chu Chen replied in a serious tone, "Thank you for the guidance, teacher. I plan to test the Emperor Tribulation’s power soon."

"Very well, I will personally protect you then," Long Batian affirmed.