Celestial Beast Taming

If Lin Zhuo and Wen Tao hadn’t seen it with their own eyes, they would have never believed it. Even now, seeing it in person, it still felt far too unreal.

But the truth of the matter couldn’t be questioned. For one, the Divine Origin List could not be faked.

For another, Lin Zhuo could already see three figures emerging from the Horned Demon Secret Realm.

While they were fighting in the Horned Demon Secret Realm earlier, Zhong Yi and Zhong Ling’s nerves had been so taut that they hadn’t felt very tired.

But now that they could relax, they both felt like their bodies were about to fall apart.

The Ice Crystal Flower they held had also been overdrawn to its limits, its blossom withering away the moment they decided to leave the Horned Demon Secret Realm.

But it wasn’t a big deal. As long as it was carefully watered with the mucus secreted by a Snow Salamander, it wouldn’t be long before it grew new buds.

Seeing so many people waiting in formation at the entrance to the Secret Realm, Zhong Ling, who was witnessing such a grand scene for the first time, subconsciously grabbed Zhong Yi’s sleeve.

Having just faced life and death in the Horned Demon Secret Realm, Zhong Ling was, after all, only a 13-year-old girl.

Zhong Yi had anticipated the scene before him. After he confirmed his Lifebound Guardian Beast was an Order Beast through the Soul Awakening Ceremony, Su Ya had broadcast the news.

’The two people waiting at the very front for me and Zhong Ling are most likely Celestial Destiny Seekers as well,’ he thought.

Zhong Yi could sense anxiety, relief, and joy in their expressions.

This showed that the two of them held goodwill towards him and Zhong Ling.

Just then, the woman with crimson-red short hair, clad in a set of leather half-armor, began walking toward him.

As Zhong Yi’s Guardian Beast, Hong Ji’s core duty was to protect his safety.

As Lin Zhuo approached, Hong Ji had already flashed in front of Zhong Yi and Zhong Ling, shielding them.

Before Zhong Yi could even speak to stop Hong Ji, the crimson-haired woman, who had now come closer, spoke with a smile.

"A Human-shaped Guardian Beast like this is truly rare. If I couldn’t feel the absence of the Power of Rules from her, I would have thought she was your Order Beast."

"Zhong Yi, Zhong Ling, congratulations on achieving one hundred percent exploration on your first trip into a Secret Realm."

"You two are really bold. It’s one thing to choose to explore the Horned Demon Secret Realm right after your Soul Base awakens, but you even thought of challenging the boss creature!"

"Thankfully, you’re both all right."

Lin Zhuo was always naturally outgoing with people she approved of. Moreover, according to the traditions of the Celestial Destiny Seekers, Lin Zhuo was also Zhong Yi’s Guardian.

However, Lin Zhuo didn’t directly tell Zhong Yi about her identity as his Guardian.

A Guardian’s duty was protection; there was no need to let a newly emerged Celestial Destiny Seeker like Zhong Yi know about it.

Otherwise, if he felt he had someone to rely on, he might become complacent and gradually lower his guard against danger. 𝑓𝓇𝘦ℯ𝘸𝘦𝑏𝓃𝑜𝘷ℯ𝑙.𝑐𝑜𝓂

Zhong Yi had already sensed goodwill from the expressions of Lin Zhuo and Wen Tao, and now Lin Zhuo’s words sounded like those of an elder caring for the younger generation.

This closed the distance between them and Zhong Yi and Zhong Ling even more.

At this moment, the Starlight Army troops stationed in the rear, along with their Commander, Gu Chong, all wore expressions of shocked disbelief.

’What the hell?’

’Lord Wei Re, Lord Jing Shui, and the president of the Beastmaster Association waited here for four whole days, just for this boy!?’

’Could this boy be the illegitimate son of Lord Wei Re and Lord Jing Shui!?’

As soon as the thought appeared in Gu Chong’s mind, he hastily pushed it away.

Since the two esteemed figures had accomplished their goal for this trip, there was nothing left for him and the Starlight Army to do.

The Starlight Army just needed to leave a patrol squad behind to maintain order as usual.

"Zhuo, let’s not keep standing here talking with Zhong Yi and Zhong Ling."

"They’ve been exploring the Secret Realm for so many days; they must be exhausted."

"Let’s take them to the Daytime Food Shop to get a good meal first. We can talk more once we’re sitting down."

After speaking, Wen Tao placed the index finger of his right hand on his lips and let out a low, piercing whistle.

In just a moment, nine resounding dragon cries echoed out. Nine winding, silvery-blue flood dragons, each nearly thirty meters long, pulled a Guardian Beast Vehicle to a steady halt in front of Wen Tao.

Frost Water Cold Flood Dragons, a type of Flood Dragon Species Guardian Beast with an exceptionally outstanding Bloodline Talent.

With careful nurturing, their Bloodline had a chance to evolve into a Main Dragon Species Guardian Beast like an Ice Cang King Dragon.

Nine Fantasy Level Peak Gold Quality Frost Water Cold Flood Dragons pulling a vehicle—what a magnificent sight!

Zhong Yi naturally wouldn’t refuse Wen Tao’s offer. He was willing to reveal his Talent and openly declare his status as a Celestial Destiny Seeker precisely to receive this kind of treatment.

Compared to hiding his Talent and developing slowly like a snail in its shell, this method of directly showcasing his worth would undoubtedly bring him far more benefits.

"Then thank you very much!"

"My name is Zhong Yi, this is Zhong Ling, and this is my Guardian Beast, Hong Ji. I hope you’ll look after us in the future."

Upon hearing this, a clear smile appeared on Wen Tao’s face.

Wen Tao had been afraid that this newly awakened Celestial Destiny Seeker, Zhong Yi, would be stubborn and difficult to get along with.

Whether one could awaken an Order Beast depended on a person’s Talent, and had nothing to do with their personality or character.

If Zhong Yi, this Healing-type Celestial Destiny Seeker, turned out to be a guy with a bad personality, low emotional intelligence, or even some malicious intent, Wen Tao would have had a real headache on his hands.

The ever-outgoing Lin Zhuo noticed Zhong Yi’s collar was a bit messy and reached out to straighten it for him.

"I’m Lin Zhuo, and he’s Wen Tao. I guess the five of us are acquainted now."

"Don’t be so polite with us. The chef at the Daytime Food Shop is fantastic. There’s no menu, so you have to bring your own ingredients. I’ve prepared plenty this time, so just tell the chef whatever flavor you’re in the mood for."

Before boarding the Guardian Beast Vehicle pulled by the nine Frost Water Cold Flood Dragons, Zhong Yi didn’t forget to have Hong Ji return to the Evolution Shop to let Zhong Chenghuai know he was safe.

Even though Zhong Yi had called Zhong Chenghuai before exploring the Horned Demon Secret Realm, he had been gone for four days, so Zhong Chenghuai was bound to be worried.

The Guardian Beast Vehicle, pulled by nine dragons, traveled so smoothly that they could barely feel the slightest tremor.

The Guardian Beast Carriage interior was extremely spacious. Two sofas, made of some unknown soft, white dragon leather, emanated Dragon Mighty.

Inlaid into the soft, white dragon leather were hundreds of broad-bean-sized, transparent Crystal Stones. Light and mist frequently swirled within these stones.

Light Cloud White Crystal, a Soul Base Material compatible with the Light and Water Element Soul Bases. Even a soybean-sized piece of Light Cloud White Crystal would qualify for a high-end auction.

Each of these hundred-plus broad-bean-sized Light Cloud White Crystals was valuable enough to buy an Evolution Shop like Zhong Yi’s.

The gentle light emanating from the Light Cloud White Crystals made the entire Guardian Beast Carriage feel like a bright, sunny day.

The nourishing light washed over them, instantly soothing their fatigue.

Huge goose-feather cushions were placed on the dragon leather sofas. Embroidered on the cushions with silk spun by various spider-type Guardian Beasts were cartoon watermelon patterns.

The cute cartoon watermelon pattern seemed somewhat out of place in this opulent carriage.

’Could it be that the owner of this Guardian Beast Vehicle, Wen Tao, really likes to eat watermelon?’