Chapter 060: This Fox Is No Ordinary Creature

Seeing Mu Tianhen’s brows furrow, Little White was confused. Tilting its head, it asked, “Master, what’s wrong? Did I do something wrong?”

“No, you didn’t do anything wrong,” Mu Tianhen replied. “Little White, let’s leave aside the other matters for now—there’s an urgent question we need to address!”

“Think about it: three days ago, you were just a little creature perched on my shoulder, without any combat power at all. Yet in just three days, you’ve become a Three-Tailed Spirit Fox…”

“That’s not right!” Little White interrupted, adding, “Master, I’m not a Three-Tailed Spirit Fox. I’m more advanced than that.”

“Didn’t you notice the mark on my forehead? That’s a flame mark, a sign that my bloodline carries fire. So, my real name is Three-Tailed Fiery Spirit Fox. I can breathe fire!”

Mu Tianhen was even more astonished, his disbelief growing.

A Three-Tailed Spirit Fox was already remarkable, but this was an advanced variant. With the ability to breathe fire, its bloodline possessed the fire attribute! For human cultivators, this would be akin to having supernatural powers.

Such potent beings are rare—one in a billion.

Unable to curb his curiosity, Mu Tianhen asked, “Little White, what is your current cultivation realm?”

Little White didn’t answer directly, but said, “You can see for yourself, Master. As my master, you can sense anything you wish to know about me.”

Hearing this, Mu Tianhen immediately focused his senses on Little White’s attributes.

He was shocked again.

Three-Star Lord Level!

Heavens—this was equivalent to the third tier of the Martial Marquis realm among human warriors, three entire realms above Mu Tianhen himself!

The power of evolution was indeed extraordinary. If Little White were to evolve again, would it reach Beast King or even Beast Emperor level?

He dared not imagine it—not at all!

Seeing Mu Tianhen’s expression, Little White was delighted, and said, “Master, you used to protect me. From now on, I can protect you! I’m so happy!”

“I’m glad too,” Mu Tianhen nodded. “But Little White, as I said, there’s still a problem we need to solve first.”

“If I take you out now, others will be frightened. We’ll attract even stronger enemies who’ll try to snatch you away from me.”

“Who dares!” With a sudden surge of aura, Little White’s killing intent rose sharply. Invisible pressure radiated from its body, cold light flashed in its eyes, making it look truly terrifying.

Even Mu Tianxue and the others outside the room felt it distinctly, becoming even more tense.

Little White spoke coldly, “I do not permit it. Anyone who defies me will die!”

At these words, Little White didn’t notice Mu Tianhen’s gaze, which grew more astonished and complicated.

Referring to itself as “I” in such a commanding tone—it must be an instinctive response from some deep memory. Only truly powerful beings would use such self-address; otherwise, uttering it would bring instant destruction—not something preserved in memory.

So, what exactly was this creature? Why did it appear in the territory of Shunan City, and why in the form of a small fox?

Many questions kept surfacing in Mu Tianhen’s mind, but ultimately, none yielded a satisfactory answer.

Little White realized it had lost composure, quickly retracted its aura and killing intent, and said, “Master, rest assured. No one can force me to leave you.”

“As for your concern, it’s hardly an issue. I can still become that little snow fox sitting on your shoulder.”

Before Mu Tianhen could react, a faint white glow flashed around Little White’s body. Its form shrank rapidly, and in less than two breaths, it had reverted to its original appearance.

Even the flame mark on its brow vanished without a trace.

With a leap, Little White sprang onto Mu Tianhen’s shoulder, its tiny paws clutching his hair, as docile and adorable as ever.

Mu Tianhen stood stunned for several breaths before gradually regaining his composure, marveling at his own luck.

It seemed the saying “great misfortune brings great fortune” was truly validated in his case.

With this issue resolved, Mu Tianhen hoisted Little White, gathered the porcelain bottles containing spirit pills, and pushed open the door.

“Patriarch!”

As soon as Mu Tianhen emerged, everyone rushed forward, anxiously scrutinizing him for any signs of distress.

Seeing their concern, Mu Tianhen felt a warm surge in his heart.

He reached out and patted Mu Tianxue on the head, then turned to the group. “It did take a while, and I’m sorry for worrying you all. But the results are excellent.”

“This round of pill refining was quite successful—I obtained a good amount of spirit pills. Come, let me distribute them.”

With that, Mu Tianhen placed several porcelain bottles on the table and had everyone gather around. He distributed the pills according to his carefully planned proportions.

For a while, spiritual energy filled the entire hall. If not for Mu Tianhen’s deliberate formation to block it, the aura would have spread far beyond.

Everyone gazed at the spirit pills, feeling the dense spiritual energy invigorate them, as if youth had returned. Their admiration for the young patriarch grew ever deeper.

Not only was his cultivation astonishing, but his pill refining skills were unmatched—able to produce such highly integrated spirit pills! These were spirit pills, after all!

Moreover, his willingness to distribute them openly revealed his broad-mindedness and deep care for his clan.

With such a patriarch, what reason could anyone have not to support and follow him?

Of course, Mu Tianhen’s distribution was not limited to those present. He instructed them to divide the pills among their descendants once they returned.

How to divide, who to give—these decisions were left to the elders, with no interference from Mu Tianhen.

But it must be done fairly and justly. Otherwise, those who played favorites would be punished according to clan rules.

At Mu Tianhen’s instruction, everyone hurriedly took their leave, eager to share the good news and distribute the spirit pills to the clan.

Collective advancement was the true elevation of the family.

There was another matter to attend to: everyone had to prepare as previously arranged, gathering at the central plaza to set up tables for the flowing banquet of thanks.

As for Mu Qianyuan, Mu Tianhen naturally handed him the refined Ice-Cold Detoxification Pill, instructing him to take it immediately and aid digestion on the spot.

Mu Tianxiang led Mu Tianxue to the central plaza to direct the preparations for the banquet.

About a cup of tea’s time later, Mu Tianhen and Mu Qianyuan left their room and headed for the central plaza. They knew today’s banquet would not be a tranquil affair.