Chapter 376: Chapter 372: Gu Shan’s Super Evolution!

Tower of Decision.

After departing from the Green Dragon Secret Realm, Bai Qi was teleported directly to the Tower of Decision before he even had time to react. The continual shift in spaces left Bai Qi, a Fifth Stage Beast Master, feeling somewhat overwhelmed.

“President, could you give a heads up next time? It’s quite taxing on the body this way,” Bai Qi said as he shook his head. He didn’t know if it was an illusion, but he felt like Zhao Futu’s teleportation skill was dwindling; the last time hadn’t left him this dizzy.

“What, you’d rather stay there and get challenged?” President Zhao smirked, presenting the scene at the exit of the Green Dragon Secret Realm to Bai Qi.

“Zhou Yan, Gu Shan? Do these people have to be so persistent…” Bai Qi sighed heavily, unable to comprehend why these people were so set on challenging him. Wasn’t living a low-key life nice?

“You remind me of Luo Xiang,” Zhao Futu said, shaking his head helplessly. “Indeed, bringing you into the Tower of Decision was the right move.”

“Ahem… Mr. President, can’t you phrase it in a way that doesn’t make it sound like you’re locking away an unstable factor?” Bai Qi twitched the corner of his eye slightly. Zhao Futu straightened his face and said seriously, “Indeed, you are currently an unstable factor.”

Standing up, Zhao Futu continued, “If you were just an remarkably talented Beast Master, you wouldn’t be too noticeable. Take Bai Qiucha for instance, he is exceptionally gifted, but with Heguang – a Titled Legendary, his father, no one dares to harbor ill intentions towards him.”

“As for you, haven’t you noticed? The Federation’s biggest impression of you is not about your rapid Beast Control level improvement, but your impressive research achievements.”

Zhao Futu gave a smirk and said, “While the rights to the Rune Mechanical Armour were thrown to Mo Zhu, anyone with a discerning eye knows it is your masterpiece.”

“To those financial groups and fellows harboring ulterior motives, your creativity is what draws them in most.”

Hearing Zhao Futu’s words, Bai Qi scratched his head and asked, “So, I should reduce my exposure from now on?”

“That’s not possible. Once the Super God Evolution Research Institute is established, even if you wanted to not attract attention, you couldn’t. Instead of deliberately laying low, you might as well be completely unrestrained and shift the attention of those guys.”

“Shift their attention?”

Bai Qi seemed to understand something. Zhao Futu didn’t keep him in suspense and said, “The more remarkable your research, the more they will overlook your combat power. Perhaps, by the time these guys can no longer hold back, you will already have enough strength to protect yourself.”

“Uh, Mr. President, I have a feeling that I may not last that long by following your method.”

Bai Qi looked at Zhao Futu, who instead gave a strange smile. “Do you think our Beast Master Association and the Tower of Decision are just for show?” he asked.

“The history of our Beast Master Association far surpasses that of the Federation, and the members of the Tower of Decision are the future managers of the Association. Do you think anyone would risk falling out with the association to cause you harm?”

Bloody hell, that’s impressive!

Bai Qi silently gave Zhao Futu a thumbs up. Those words would have been hard for him to believe had they come from anyone else, but they rang true coming out of Zhao Futu’s mouth.

Really, there’s nothing like chilling under a big tree.

“Although that’s the case, you should still be wary of some madmen who don’t care about the consequences. That’s one of the reasons we want to assign you a Legendary bodyguard,” Zhao Futu said, looking deeply at Bai Qi. “Nicholas is highly qualified and can ensure your safety within the Federation. But relying on external forces is not a long-term solution, so you should improve your own strength as soon as possible.”

“No problem.”

Bai Qi patted his chest firmly, making a promise. His eyes turned, and he suddenly put on a flattering smile, saying, “So, President, can you gift me some Mythical resources? Just four or five pieces will do. Consider it a perk of joining the Tower of Decision.”

“You cheeky fellow, you really are dreaming.”

Zhao Futu couldn’t help but laugh upon hearing Bai Qi’s words. “Forget about resources. Apart from the training period where you can exchange them for points, everything else requires the completion of a corresponding difficult task. With your current strength, you can forget about it.”

“After you join the Tower of Decision, your access within the association will increase. You will not only be able to access data that ordinary people can’t, but the number of tasks you can accept will also increase.”

“Eh, is that all? Isn’t that a bit paltry?” Bai Qi muttered disappointedly, suddenly finding things distasteful.

Maybe he should consider getting a position in the Thirteenth Bureau instead. They did say it was a possibility.

“This kid… Without some real benefits, we really can’t get you to stay,” Zhao Futu sighed, taking out a ring and throwing it to Bai Qi. “There are clear exchange regulations for Mythical resources. Although I’m the president, it’s not appropriate for me to change them arbitrarily. I remembered you’re still using a small Secret Realm Ring. I’ll give you a bigger one.”

“Secret Realm Ring? What attribute?” Bai Qi asked as he caught the ring and began to study it.

“Choosing attributes? None of your pets belong to a fixed category, so what use are attributes to you?” Zhao Futu shook his head helplessly, saying, “Get out of here. I now understand why Qin Jiang treats you the way he does. Spending time with you can indeed drive people mad.”

“I knew it, Old Qin has been badmouthing me behind my back.”

Bai Qi spat fiercely. He had been considering bringing some specialty goods for President Qin, but it seemed there was no need now.

“I’ll be off then. Thanks, Mr. President.”

Bai Qi pocketed the ring and left the Tower of Decision under Zhao Futu’s deeply disgusted gaze.

He might not have swindled a piece of Mythical resource, but a Secret Realm Ring wasn’t bad either.

He just didn’t know how big it was. When he got back, he would have to carefully study it.

“Where should I go now? Maybe I should exchange my resources and then head straight for the Green Dragon Secret Realm?”

Bai Qi tilted his head, suddenly remembered something, rummaged thoroughly in the secret realm, finally finding his training badge.

“I wonder how many points I’ve got. Being able to exchange them for two pieces of Mythical Level resources would be fantastic.”

With anticipation, Bai Qi opened his badge, but when he saw the number of points on it, he couldn’t help but curse.

He had quite a lot of points, almost double what he had before leaving. This data card was in good shape.

[Name]: Bai Qi

[Score]: 19W9K

…

Mythical resources cost 99999 points each, two pieces would be nearly 200k. He was short of 1000 points, which annoyed Bai Qi.

“Could I go back and do a few more tasks now…” Bai Qi rubbed his hair roughly. According to the Beast Master Association’s rules, President Qin could not inform students of the total points from the third phase until the final announcement has made. Although he wasn’t worried about fraud, this situation was quite uncomfortable.

“Ah ha, Bai Qi, I found you!” Just as Bai Qi was getting a headache, a roar came from behind him, interrupting his thoughts.

This voice, why did it sound so familiar…

Bai Qi turned his head stiffly and observed Zhou Yan and Xiao Yuan, full of fighting spirit, behind him. He abruptly sped up, heading straight for the Holy Relic Tower.

These guys really never gave up, weren’t they just at the Green Dragon Secret Realm?

“Hold! Don’t run away!”

Seeing Bai Qi trying to run, Zhou Yan instantly summoned her Soul of the General, quickly blocking Bai Qi. Pointing her spear at him, she said, “You dare to run away from me, are you thinking of rebelling?”

“Senpai, please let me go. I was just thinking about exchanging some resources.”

“Exchange resources? That’s even more unacceptable! How could I give you another chance to power up? Now, follow me to the Tower of Competition for a duel!”

Zhou Yan was clear-headed, and resolutely rejecting the Bai Qi’s request, she grabbed him and darted for the Tower of Competition.

Behind them, Xiao Yuan and the rest couldn’t help but chuckle.

“Indeed, only Zhou Yan can handle Bai Qi.”

Xiao Yuan smiled and said: “I have been looking forward to this fight for a long time.”

“I agree.”

Li Mu nodded, a King-level ancient beast should be enough to match the difference between pets, right?

…

Tower of Competition.

Bai Qi was dragged by Zhou Yan into the competition room amid the bewildered gazes of everyone. The group formed a line. Zhou Yan said, “Pick anyone you want.”

“Thank you.”

Bai Qi clicked his tongue, not minding being treated like a bachelor choosing his bride, but he wished for a different location.

However, he was completely trapped now.

Bai Qi stood up and dusted himself off, saying, “Let’s start with Gu Shan.”

As in any case, he would be targeted, so a good, challenging fight was inevitable. This could be a chance to understand the strength of his allies.

Plus, he was curious to explore Gu Shan’s power.

A Four Stage Beast Master, controlling a full eight pets, along with his Elemental Resonance Talent.

It certainly would make for an interesting fight.

He was just wondering if Gu Shan’s brain could withstand simultaneously controlling eight pets. It was very likely he would have a mental break, right?

Gu Shan super evolutions, Orochi?

“Ah, so it’s Gu Shan first…”

Seeing that Bai Qi did not choose the strongest one to make a demonstration, Zhou Yan’s plan fell through completely, and she was a little disappointed. But she quickly recovered, hugged Gu Shan fiercely, and said defiantly.

“Gu Shan, give this guy a hard lesson. Your dual talents are no weaker than his non-combat talents.”

“Hmm.”

Gu Shan’s face flushed slightly, and he quietly nodded. Then he walked onto the battlefield, waved his hand, and eight arrays appeared one by one.

“Gu Shan, Four Stage Beast Master. Pets: Lord-level Creatures; Jade Vine Python, Gold Cat, Giant Waterfall Turtle, Volcano Bird, Scale Armor Beast, Flame-winged Snake, Sol Candle Spirit, and the Umbra Ghost. Please guide me.”

As soon as his voice fell, the eight pets were summoned all around Gu Shan, as if guarding their king.

“Wow… even though it’s impossible, seeing so many pets being summoned makes me really envious.”

Bai Qi smacked his lips and made his way into the arena.