Chapter 1038: The Green Mechanical Claw
Chapter 1038: The Green Mechanical Claw
What? That Mechanical Claw is actually an Imperial Familiar? Qiao Sang was shocked, but it also made sense.
After all, a familiar that can transport packages across star systems is definitely not your average level familiar.
But using an Imperial Familiar to deliver packages seemed a bit excessive. Yesterday, a few books were delivered to her. Was this the kind of treatment one could expect at the Imperial Beastmaster Academy? Qiao Sang reflected inwardly and asked:
"How many Wheel Cels does our school have?"
"Only two", Flauda replied. "A Mechanical Familiar often requires more resources to reach the Imperial Rank compared to other types of familiars. To fully control it, the Beastmaster must personally oversee and upgrade it at every stage. Even with the parameters and data for each upgrade, if the person bonding with it lacks the necessary mechanical knowledge and manufacturing skills, it won't be able to reach a high level."
Well, it looks like bonding with a Mechanical Familiar is out of reach for this lifetime... Qiao Sang felt disheartened after hearing this.
She gathered her thoughts and asked:
"Does the Mechanical Academy have many students bonding with Neurocrack?"
Flauda answered, "Not many. Neurocrack is a familiar created by the Mechanical Academy's Deputy Dean. Only his students can manufacture and upgrade Neurocrack."
With that, he waved at Treasure Seeker, "Come, let's check."
"Xunxun~"
Treasure Seeker floated over.
After the previous inspections, it was no longer unfamiliar with this teacher.
Qiao Sang saw that they were getting down to business and didn't interrupt.
After about half an hour, Flauda finished the check-up and said, "The Ghost Ring King's internal energy is still very unstable, mainly because there's a lot of energy in its body that it can't absorb all at once. I have some Energy Absorption Elixir that can help speed up the absorption process. Have it take a bottle every day and increase its training time to help it consume more energy."
"Xunxun~"
Treasure Seeker listened attentively and didn't sigh at the mention of more training, as it usually did.
"I understand", Qiao Sang nodded.
Flauda added, "I'll be here every afternoon at one o'clock. You can bring the Ghost Ring King to me for a check-up every day."
"Okay", Qiao Sang replied.
...
"Xunxun~"
After leaving the Cultivation Chamber, Treasure Seeker chugged a bottle of Energy Absorption Elixir. It then scrunched up its face, showing a clear expression of disgust.
Two classmates happened to pass by and saw Treasure Seeker's reaction, pausing in surprise.
Noticing that they were being watched, Treasure Seeker quickly composed its facial expression.
The two classmates inconspicuously averted their gaze and whispered to each other once they were out of earshot:
"Isn't that the Ghost Ring King that's wanted?"
"That's impossible. This is the Imperial Beastmaster Academy. How could a wanted familiar dare to come here? Besides, it doesn't look like a wild familiar. The girl next to it seems to be its Beastmaster."
"Do you think its Beastmaster might have a grudge against Olson Velasquez, which is why the Ghost Ring King stripped him? And since its Beastmaster is from the Imperial Beastmaster Academy, they haven't been able to find it despite the long manhunt."
"That makes sense. Do you think we should report it?"
Qiao Sang: "..."
Treasure Seeker's mood plummeted, and it gripped the potion bottle a bit tighter.
"Qingqing?"
Qingbao appeared and kindly called out, offering to use Invisibility Powder.
"Xunxun!"
Treasure Seeker showed a resistant expression.
It’s not wrong, and it doesn’t want to use Invisibility Powder!
"Don’t take their words to heart", Qiao Sang consoled. "Once we catch that 'Ghost Ring King,' you won’t be mistaken anymore."
"Ya Ya!"
Fangy called out, indicating that it was correct.
"Ice Emperor." Lulu emerged from the backpack, rarely chiming in.
"Xunxun!"
Treasure Seeker looked touched, nodding vigorously.
Using Invisibility Powder and catching the 'Ghost Ring King' aren’t mutually exclusive, such a stubborn mind... Qingbao sighed, shaking his head. The Wind Transformation disappeared, and he floated toward the two classmates who had spoken earlier.
...
Bosai Manor 101.
Bedroom.
Qiao Sang sat at the desk, logging into the Imperial Beastmaster Academy’s official website. She first searched for the current rates for the Journalism Academy to gather information and the Mechanical Academy to provide assistance, then posted a mission:
【I hope a student from the Journalism Academy can help find the wanted familiar 'Ghost Ring King' or a wild 'Cloak Totem.' Accurate information will be rewarded with 10 credits.】
【I need a student with Neurocrack to help find the wanted familiar 'Ghost Ring King' or a wild 'Cloak Totem.' The reward is 15 credits per day.】
"Xunxun..."
Treasure Seeker stared at the screen, wearing a doubtful expression.
"Professional matters should be handled by professionals. If students from the Journalism Academy and the Mechanical Academy help, our chances of finding it will be much higher", Qiao Sang said.
As soon as she finished speaking, a message popped up in the backend.
Qiao Sang clicked it open:
【P: I have information about the 'Ghost Ring King.' Should I be paid immediately?】
The Imperial Beastmaster Academy’s website was different from the Beastmaster Alliance’s; here, one could choose to post messages or replies anonymously.
"Xunxun!"
Treasure Seeker pointed at the screen, excitedly calling out.
Qiao Sang’s spirits lifted:
"See, the information is already here."
She quickly replied: 【Of course.】
【P has accepted your mission.】
【P: (Image)】
Qiao Sang opened the image.
A shadow with a backpack appeared in the photo, and beside it was a familiar with golden hair and gray-black skin, its features scrunched up, and claws clutching a potion bottle.
Qiao Sang: “...”
Treasure Seeker: “...”
"Qingqing! Qingqing!"
Qingbao saw the photo, appeared, and floated to the bed, rolling around in laughter.
More messages came through:
【P: You wouldn’t believe it, but this 'Ghost Ring King' is right here at the Imperial Beastmaster Academy.】
【P: And here’s another piece of information—it’s not a wild familiar. The girl in the photo is its beastmaster.】
【P: I think she’s from the Cultivation Academy. I saw her walk out of a cultivation chamber with the 'Ghost Ring King.'】
【P: The information is 100% reliable. You can pay the credits now.】
Qiao Sang paused for a moment, then took out her mobile phone and opened the camera, pointing it at Treasure Seeker.
"Xunxun..."
Treasure Seeker caught on, baring its teeth and mimicking Fangy’s fierce expression.
"Click." The photo was taken.
Qiao Sang sent the photo.
【It’s not the wanted 'Ghost Ring King.' The person you saw today was me.】
There was no further response from the other side.
Sure enough, even at the Imperial Beastmaster Academy, it’s not that easy to find a 'Ghost Ring King' that might not even be a 'Cloak Totem' in disguise... Qiao Sang sighed inwardly.
Suddenly, the computer screen rippled slightly.
Then, a green mechanical claw emerged from the screen, extending upward and revealing a piece of paper. (End of Chapter)
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