Rebirth of the Heavenly Beast Tamer

Chapter 28: Awakening the Divine Beast Egg

As the moon hung high over the sanctuary, Lin Tian retreated to his personal quarters within the central palace. His room was an elegant blend of simplicity and grandeur, with spiritual formations carved into the walls to amplify cultivation. On a pedestal in the center of the room rested the Divine Beast Egg, glowing faintly with a golden hue.

Lin Tian approached the egg, his gaze filled with curiosity and anticipation. It pulsed rhythmically, almost like a heartbeat, exuding an aura of immense potential.

Ding! System Notification:

Divine Beast Egg requires nurturing with the following:

Pure Spiritual Energy

Heavenly Spirit Crystals (5 minimum)

Beast Soul Essence (Optional for enhanced evolution)

"Looks like hatching this egg won't be simple," Lin Tian muttered.

He placed his hands gently on the egg's surface, channeling his spiritual energy. The egg absorbed it greedily, the golden glow intensifying. Lin Tian could feel the connection deepening, as if the creature inside was acknowledging him as its master.

Suddenly, the system chimed again.

Ding! System Notification:

Optional Quest Activated: Enhance the Egg's Evolution.

Objective: Infuse a Beast Soul Essence to ensure the Divine Beast hatches with a unique bloodline.

Reward: Enhanced Divine Beast Attributes, Hidden Talent Unlock.

Lin Tian's eyes narrowed. Beast Soul Essences were rare treasures obtained by refining the souls of powerful beasts. Fortunately, the treasures he had recently acquired included several such essences. He summoned a fiery red crystal, its surface radiating heat.

"This should do," he said, placing the crystal on the egg.

As the crystal melted into the egg's surface, the room filled with a blinding light. The egg trembled violently, cracks spreading across its shell.

"Here it comes," Lin Tian whispered, his heart pounding.

A New Companion is Born

With a sharp cracking sound, the egg shattered, revealing a small, shimmering creature. It looked like a miniature phoenix, its feathers a dazzling mix of gold and crimson. Its eyes, filled with intelligence and curiosity, locked onto Lin Tian.

Ding! System Notification:

Divine Beast Hatched: Golden Flame Phoenix.

Type: Divine Beast (Mythical Tier)

Bloodline: Enhanced Phoenix Bloodline (Fire and Light Attributes)

Talent:

Flame Rebirth: Can revive from ashes once per battle.

Radiant Harmony: Amplifies the spiritual energy of its master and allies.

The phoenix let out a soft chirp, flapping its tiny wings as it hovered in the air. Despite its size, Lin Tian could feel the overwhelming power emanating from it.

"You're incredible," Lin Tian said, extending his hand. The phoenix perched on his palm, its warmth soothing yet invigorating.

The system chimed again.

Ding! Companion Bond Established. Hidden Talent Unlocked: Dual Spirit Cultivation.

Lin Tian's eyebrows shot up. Dual Spirit Cultivation was a rare technique that allowed a cultivator to share energy with their beast, accelerating growth for both.

"Well, little one, looks like we're destined to grow stronger together," Lin Tian said, stroking the phoenix's feathers.

The phoenix chirped happily, nuzzling against him.

Testing the Bond

The next day, Lin Tian brought the phoenix to the sect's newly constructed training grounds. His family and disciples watched in awe as the tiny creature perched on his shoulder, its radiant glow illuminating the area.

"Is that… a Divine Beast?" Yue Ling asked, her voice tinged with disbelief.

Lin Tian nodded. "Meet the Golden Flame Phoenix. She'll be a vital part of our sect's future."

To test their bond, Lin Tian initiated a sparring match with one of his elder sisters, Lin Yue, a skilled swordswoman. The phoenix chirped, flying into the air as Lin Tian summoned his spiritual energy.

As Lin Yue lunged forward with her sword, the phoenix unleashed a burst of golden flames, creating a barrier that deflected the attack. Lin Tian used the opening to strike, his movements synchronized with the phoenix's energy.

The sparring match ended quickly, with Lin Yue stepping back, panting.

"I didn't stand a chance," she admitted, smiling wryly.

The disciples erupted into cheers, their admiration for Lin Tian growing even stronger.

A New Threat Looms

Later that evening, as the sect celebrated the phoenix's hatching, Lin Tian sensed a disturbance in the sanctuary's energy. He closed his eyes, reaching out with his spiritual sense, and detected a group of intruders at the sanctuary's outer boundary.

"They're back," he muttered, his expression darkening.

"Who?" Yue Ling asked, her voice sharp.

"The same group that tried to invade before," Lin Tian replied. "They must have regrouped after their defeat."

The system chimed.

Ding! New Quest Activated: Defend the Sanctuary.

Objective: Repel the invaders and secure the sanctuary's borders.

Bonus Objective: Capture one of the intruders for interrogation.

Rewards: Sect Resources +5%, Hidden Realm Expansion.

Lin Tian stood, his aura radiating authority. "Everyone, prepare for battle. We won't let them threaten our home again."

As his family and disciples mobilized, the phoenix perched on his shoulder, letting out a fierce cry. Its flames burned brighter, ready to defend the sanctuary alongside its master.