Could it be that they were unable to cultivate Purple Demon Eyes before because their bloodline level wasn't high enough, but the level of Heavenly Fox Eye was capable of controlling the Purple Demon Eyes? So when it came to Du Bai, it became possible to cultivate them?
Of course, this possibility exists, and it's quite a favorable situation.
If the Purple Demon Eyes could continuously boost Du Bai's Spiritual Power, given Tang San's understanding of the Heavenly Fox Eye, there's potential for advancement when it devours Spiritual Power. Thus, an increase in Du Bai's power also becomes likely.
After breakfast, it was naturally impossible for the group to stay put any longer. Wu Bingji and Tang San were both aware that the mayor was following them in secret. They hit the road again, continuing deeper into the jungle.
According to the map, they had about a day's journey left before they should enter the Winged Tiger Habitat.