Chapter 1160: Time to Prepare
Chapter 1160: Time to Prepare (Combined Chapter)
Tingbao's eyes lit up with anticipation as he eagerly awaited the next Ten Thousand Volts.
Qiao Sang was startled and quickly pulled Tingbao aside, shouting, "Wait!"
"Electricity?"
Dian Zha Guai's lightning power dissipated, revealing a puzzled expression as it let out a cry.
Tingbao also looked over with a confused expression.
"Xunxun~"
Before Qiao Sang could reply, Treasure Seeker interjected with a meaningful call.
Their Beastmaster had mentioned this two-day Evolution period - they definitely weren't at the lightning-bolt stage yet.
Still, Treasure Seeker remains the sharp one... Qiao Sang reflected, saying:
"That's right. I asked you to use Ten Thousand Volts on it, but not right now."
"Tingting..."
Tingbao's face fell into disappointment.
It had almost forgotten about this.
Suddenly recalling something, it jumped down from its Beastmaster's arms and waddled toward the dining table where fruits were placed.
"Electricity."
Dian Zha Guai's expression turned displeased as it cried out.
If they didn't need its Ten Thousand Volts immediately, why had it been summoned so urgently?
"Xunxun~"
Treasure Seeker translated helpfully.
The urgency to come was apparently your suggestion... Qiao Sang glanced at Treasure Seeker.
Treasure Seeker's eyes darted sideways as he deliberately avoided eye contact with his Beastmaster.
Qiao Sang turned to Dian Zha Guai and explained:
"Actually, we'll need Ten Thousand Volts soon enough. I asked you to come early for preparation."
She could immediately fill all points for Tingbao's Evolution, but she had just mentioned needing one or two more days for Tingbao's Evolution. Rushing the process now without proper preparation would result in an imperfect Evolution in Teacher Mikara's eyes, potentially exposing them when Jacqueline Teacher inspected Tingbao later.
After all, there would inevitably be slight differences between the physical conditions of perfectly versus imperfectly evolved familiars.
"Xunxun~"
Treasure Seeker turned back and nodded vigorously.
That's right, that's right.
Dian Zha Guai's expression remained disgruntled.
As it was about to protest, Migala and Dragon King entered from the direction of the Open Training Ground.
The imposing appearance and regal aura immediately caught Dian Zha Guai's attention. As a familiar born and raised on Flame Sky Star with considerable knowledge, it instantly recognized the approaching Royal Beast - valiant flying dragons. Its body stiffened and its expression shifted from displeasure to sudden understanding as it cried:
"Electricity."
"Xunxun~"
Treasure Seeker provided the translation.
It says to let them know whenever you need Ten Thousand Volts.
I originally thought this Dian Zha Guai had a bad temper, but it turns out they're quite reasonable... Qiao Sang smiled:
"Great, you can rest here for a while. We'll have lunch and dinner together. I'll call you when we need Ten Thousand Volts."
I have to stay until evening... Dian Zha Guai nearly lost control of its facial expression. However, sensing the approaching valiant flying dragons, it smiled and nodded:
"Electricity."
Dragon King glanced at Dian Zha Guai, then settled onto the sofa and turned on the TV to watch the sports channel.
Dian Zha Guai silently exhaled in relief.
...
One hour later.
"Ding dong~"
The doorbell rang from the foyer.
Youzhen Cat immediately crossed the living room and opened the front door.
"Youyou?"
Youzhen Cat called out.
"Hello, I'm looking for Qiao Sang. Is she home?" Jacqueline asked from the doorway.
Youzhen Cat stepped aside, gesturing her in with a "please come in" motion before shouting into the house:
"Youyou!"
Jacqueline entered the living room, spotting Dragon King watching TV on the sofa. In a nearby corner sat a visibly nervous Dian Zha Guai. Meanwhile, Thunder Dragon sat at the dining table, happily eating fruits while burping, his belly already round and full.
Youzhen Cat guided her to sit on the living room sofa.
Dragon King glanced at her, then disinterestedly shifted his gaze back to the sports channel.
Shortly after, Qiao Sang arrived from the Open Training Ground with Qingbao, smiling:
"Teacher, you've come."
Jacqueline smiled:
"The Barrier Night Eagle I rode suddenly had stomach discomfort. Otherwise, I would've arrived earlier."
She then turned to the transformed Qingbao and observed: "I didn't expect Clear Hidden Sprite to evolve into Qing Yun Nai Nai in such a short time."
"At that time, Qingbao's internal energy was already at the near-evolution stage - it just lacked Evolution Artifacts", Qiao Sang explained. "Yesterday, its Evolution Artifacts arrived from Blue Star by mail, so the Evolution was completed."
Looking aside, she asked: "Where is Fulutian Tian?"
"The shop needs staff, so he couldn't come along." Jacqueline glanced around too, asking: "Where is Senior Migala?"
"She's out. I don't know when she'll return", Qiao Sang replied. "Something particularly important, apparently."
Since returning from Wanbing Island, Teacher Mikara had frequently gone out, just like before their trip to Wanbing Island. She still remembered Teacher mentioning having important matters to handle.
Dragon King listened to their conversation absentmindedly, picking his nose while thinking: Important matters indeed! She's just sleeping in the flower valley all day.
Still, sometimes his Beastmaster's face was his own face, so he ultimately kept this thought to himself.
"Then we won't disturb Senior Migala", Jacqueline said without suspicion. "Let's start the inspection directly."
"Qingqing."
Qingbao stepped forward with a call.
He had been waiting eagerly.
Jacqueline quickly began her examination using the portable equipment.
Time passed slowly.
When checking the energy readings, Jacqueline stared at Qingbao in astonishment, exclaiming:
"Didn't it just evolve? How did its energy level jump all the way to Mid-Commander Rank already?"
Reached the mid-stage already! Soon I'll catch up with Treasure Seeker... Qingbao inwardly rejoiced while innocently blinking his eyes, feigning incomprehension.
"Qingbao used an SS-Rank Fairy's Tear", Qiao Sang explained.
"SS-Rank Fairy's Tear..." Jacqueline's expression turned contemplative. After a pause, she analyzed: "This level of Artifact definitely boosts a familiar's energy when entering the next stage. Still, part of this must be due to Qing Yun Nai Nai's solid foundation. I've seen other familiars who consumed SS-Tier Artifacts without immediately reaching the mid-stage of their next evolution."
SS-Tier materials were practically unheard of for ordinary Familiar Trainers in their lifetime, though as an Imperial Beastmaster Academy trainer, Jacqueline had encountered several cases involving such high-grade items.
Qiao Sang thought to herself: So that's how it is.
Come to think of it, Qingbao was the only one among Fangy's group to use Sss-grade materials, establishing an exceptionally solid foundation.
Jacqueline continued the inspection.
After about five minutes, she spoke:
"Qing Yun Nai Nai has some additional electric energy within - it must have Awakened an Electric-Type Skill."
"Teacher, you're truly amazing", Qiao Sang replied. "Qingbao just Awakened Thunderstorm, which I learned about recently."
"You said it Awakened... what?" Jacqueline blinked in confusion.
Exactly this reaction! Teachers like Mikara these days barely react when familiars Awaken Epic Skills, leaving us with no sense of accomplishment... Qiao Sang repeated:
"Thunderstorm."
Qing Yun Nai Nai actually Awakened an Epic Skill! Jacqueline turned to stare at Qingbao in shock.
After a few seconds of stunned silence, she took a deep breath and asked: "How do you know it's Awakened Thunderstorm? Did you...?"
"That's right, it's already successfully used it", Qiao Sang confirmed.
Qingbao suppressed a smile, maintaining a demure expression while patiently waiting for the inspection to continue.
Not only Awakened an Epic Skill but already successfully used it... If she wasn't mistaken, Qing Yun Nai Nai's Evolution was completed just yesterday... Jacqueline found herself stunned once again.
She pondered deeply for a long moment before finally sighing and speaking:
"Truly worthy of being a legendary familiar. This is the first time I've seen someone successfully activate an Epic Skill immediately after Awakening it."
"Xunxun~"
Treasure Seeker teleported beside her, puffing out his chest proudly with a loud cry.
There he goes again... Qingbao glanced at Treasure Seeker with mild exasperation.
Qiao Sang didn't bother translating, instead asking, "Since Qingbao has absorbed electric energy, should we adjust the Energy Pills' formula to include more Electric Type components?"
"If you're planning to develop Qing Yun Nai Nai's Thunderstorm as a core move later, supplementing with electric energy will indeed enhance its power", Jacqueline explained.
"Then let's do it", Qiao Sang said without hesitation.
Epic Skills were immensely powerful. Most familiars couldn't even Awaken one in their entire lifetimes. Thunderstorm was a Dual-Type Epic Skill—its destructive potential made it the perfect trump card for Qingbao. Naturally, maximizing its power was essential.
"I'll adjust the Energy Pills' formula accordingly", Jacqueline continued. "While electric energy will strengthen Thunderstorm, aside from my Energy Pills, you must never let Qing Yun Nai Nai consume other Electric Type food or materials."
"Why not?" Qiao Sang asked curiously.
"All familiars have primary attributes they're innately suited for", Jacqueline explained. "Introducing secondary attributes or excess foreign energies into their system can disrupt their natural evolution pathways. When secondary attributes dominate, some evolution routes may branch unpredictably."
"These alternate branches often fall far short of the original evolution path's potential."
"Qing Yun Nai Nai's evolution path leads directly to Divine Rank. Her primary and secondary attributes are undoubtedly Fairy-type and Flying Type. Other attributes can be supplemented in moderation, but overloading her system with Electric Type energy could jeopardize future evolution."
As Qiao Sang listened, she thought of Fangy's evolution into Flame Kiru—the alternate evolution path of Moon Catastrophe Hound that had briefly appeared in the Beastmaster Codex. From its name, its primary attribute clearly wasn't fire-type, while Fangy thrived as a fire-type.
She realized how fortunate it was that Fangy had evolved into Flame Kiru instead of taking that alternate route.
"I'll never let Qingbao absorb electric energy outside of your Energy Pills", Qiao Sang vowed.
Qingbao remained silent, his expression radiating complete trust.
After another ten minutes, the physical examination concluded. Jacqueline began packing her equipment as she spoke:
"I now have a complete understanding of Qing Yun Nai Nai's physiology. Her evolution is flawless. The Energy Pills will take me about a week to prepare—I'll send them directly when finished."
"I'll take my leave now. Please inform Senior Migala that I visited."
As she lifted her equipment to depart, Qiao Sang suddenly called out:
"Wait."
The sun hung high in the sky—lunchtime was approaching. Jacqueline smiled gently:
"I won't stay for lunch. Fulutian Tian is waiting for me at home."
Qiao Sang's expression turned slightly awkward as she hurriedly added: "Actually, I meant to say that Tingbao might evolve today too. I was hoping you'd stay to examine him as well."
Oh... so it wasn't an invitation to lunch... Jacqueline's smile flickered briefly before returning.
"In that case, I must stay."
Her gaze shifted to Tingbao, already round-bellied from feasting at the dining table, and the contemplative Dian Zha Guai in the corner. Suddenly understanding, she added:
"No wonder there's a Dian Zha Guai here—you're preparing to use it for Thunder Dragon's evolution."
Qiao Sang nodded.
"I'll examine Thunder Dragon first."
Putting down her equipment, she called:
"Tingbao, come here."
"Tingting..."
Tingbao let out a burp, then slowly slithered forward with visible effort.
Qingbao watched Tingbao's clumsy movements but suppressed a laugh out of deference to his Beastmaster.
"Xunxun..." Treasure Seeker stared at Tingbao's swollen belly with concern, crying out as if to ask if he'd overeaten.
"Tingting!" Tingbao stubbornly persisted, inching forward with determination as if declaring, "All this eating is for the sake of evolution!"
Seeing this, Treasure Seeker was oddly moved by Tingbao's perseverance.
He just ate some fruit... Qingbao resisted the urge to comment on Treasure Seeker's emotional reaction, keeping his silence with effort.
"Tingting..."
Tingbao finally reached Jacqueline's side.
After running her scans, Jacqueline set down her device and declared seriously:
"Thunder Dragon's Energy Level has reached the Junior threshold. He's ready for evolution preparation."
"Tingting!" Tingbao cried joyfully.
Qiao Sang's lips twitched slightly.
Thanks to the Golden Finger ability, every Dragon-type fruit Tingbao consumed directly increased his Level value in real-time. Theoretically, as long as he could keep eating, his Level would continue rising.
Originally planning to wait until evening to max out his stats, Qiao Sang now decided:
"Let's begin the evolution now."
Turning to Dian Zha Guai to avoid repeating the previous living room lightning incident, she added:
"Let's move to the Open Training Ground first."
While Tingbao's Energy Level had reached the Junior limit, his Beastmaster Codex showed some remaining points to allocate. Evolution Light wouldn't activate until his Level maxed completely. She'd need to find time to finish filling those stats later.
"Tingting!" Tingbao cried excitedly.
Qiao Sang scooped him up and strode toward the Open Training Ground.
Halfway there, she noticed Dian Zha Guai hadn't followed.
"Electric Shocker!" she called.
"Diandian..." Dian Zha Guai snapped out of his daze and hurried to catch up.
As he passed Qingbao, he couldn't resist glancing sideways.
What kind of race is this? SS-Rank materials, Epic Skills, Divine Rank evolution... terrifying...
Qingbao caught his gaze.
Dian Zha Guai quickly turned away, accelerating toward the training ground.
Whatever race this is... I need to finish my mission and get out of here...
...
Open Training Ground.
Qiao Sang placed Tingbao on the ground and faced Dian Zha Guai:
"Begin."
"Diandian!"
Dian Zha Guai nodded, his body erupting with blinding lightning power.
At the same time, Qiao Sang's consciousness entered the Beastmaster Codex, flipping to Tingbao's page. She quickly filled his remaining Level points and upgraded Discharge to Mastery.
"Boom!"
A massive bolt of lightning struck Tingbao.
Returning to the real world, Qiao Sang witnessed the scene unfold.
Suddenly recalling something, she instructed:
"If the Evolution Light doesn't appear, keep striking."
"Diandian!" Maintaining his lightning power, Dian Zha Guai nodded.
Jacqueline, understanding Thunder Dragon's S-Class Lightning Rod ability, stayed silent about Qiao Sang's strategy.
"Boom! Boom! Boom!"
Continuous lightning bolts crashed down on Tingbao.
"Tingting..." Tingbao's expression gradually shifted from determination to pain.
Even with an S-Class Lightning Rod, the massive Level difference meant the attack was starting to inflict actual damage.
"Tingting!" Soon, his pain transformed back into unyielding resolve.
Then, in the next instant, brilliant white light erupted.
(End of Chapter)
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