Chapter 217: Finale! The Undisputed First Place! (Part 1)

Chapter 217: Finale! The Undisputed First Place! (Part 1)



The powerful skill testing instrument effectively absorbed the skill's energy, a common trait for such skill-based energies.

All the skill's energy was absorbed, providing a straightforward display of its power.

The light gradually dissipated, and on the screen, a series of skyrocketing numbers appeared.

20,000, 25,000...

The numbers kept climbing, representing an infinite escalation of the skill's power.

Simultaneously, it showcased the constant refresh of Old Sha's skill capacity.

However, as the numbers rose, the speed of energy increase gradually slowed down.

But everyone stared at the numbers, now slowly surpassing 30,000.

A moment of silence followed.

This was just a Monarch Rank's first stage of the Ten Thousand Trees Wolf! Although it's an advanced skill, it shouldn't be this outrageous, right?

"Ding dong~ This skill is a blasting-type bombardment skill! Direct killing skill power value is 33,958! It also inflicts burns and blindness! Estimated pet realm level: Emperor Second Stage to Emperor Third Stage!"

For skills like the Tree Prison, the power judgment value would be even higher, reaching the Emperor Rank's conventional power.

Yet, everyone glanced at Old Sha, and this attack didn't seem to exhaust him much. Moreover, as Su Ping mentioned, this attack was just a fraction of the Solar Heart's ability.

The Solar Heart also had the effect of accelerating recovery.

Although the specific effect was unknown, it was impossible for an advanced skill to have such a weak offensive power.

Of course, if they had witnessed Old Sha's Solar Tail Cannon blasting a hole in the Demon Capital's Mystic Realm, they wouldn't have such thoughts.

Nevertheless, the Solar Heart's effect was indeed as described.

And Su Ping wouldn't let Old Sha accumulate power for over half a minute for a single enhanced Solar Tail Cannon.

If he did, destroying the skill power testing instrument would be minor; blowing up the Demon Capital's TV station would be the real trouble.

Su Ping gently ruffled Old Sha's mane and turned to Master Zhu Hong and everyone present:

"Respected judges, do you need to continue?"

Master Zhu Hong fell silent, then after some thought, he said:

"Su Ping, can you replicate this advanced skill on other pets?"

Su Ping understood, but after some thought, he nodded:

"Master Zhu Hong, I can. However, only the Ten Thousand Trees Wolf has a chance to awaken this advanced skill within a short time. Other pets might also have a chance, but the required time is likely much longer, perhaps years."

Su Ping wasn't lying.

The most challenging part of cultivating the Solar Heart skill on the Ten Thousand Trees Wolf was achieving the Perfect Level in Sunlight Absorption.

Only when Sunlight Absorption reaches the Perfect Level can the Ten Thousand Trees Wolf's Photosynthesis also reach the Perfect Level during cultivation.

Then, using the linked effect of the Forest Wolf Tome, accelerating the understanding of the Heart of Wood, and once it reaches the Perfect Level, the advanced skill Solar Heart will manifest.

In a way, cultivating this advanced skill is even more complex and challenging than cultivating the Ten Thousand Trees Wolf itself.

Additionally, the prerequisites are stricter.

It was only because Old Sha had a fortuitous encounter that he managed to elevate the Sunlight Absorption skill level. Otherwise, Su Ping hadn't seen another Forest Wolf achieve this.

Hence, replicating the Solar Heart skill cultivation on other Ten Thousand Trees Wolves is extremely difficult.

But this was enough, and Master Zhu Hong couldn't help but look at this stinker with a mix of exasperation and admiration.

Indeed, this was a massive surprise.

However, the boy had them all stumped, leaving them with a challenging problem that was already giving them a headache.

What to do next was a matter for the publicity department to consider. But for now, they had to decide on the scoring! It had to be said that 380 points were already an incredibly high score.

If there were no surprises, this might very well be the top score for the year.

But if the Ten Thousand Trees Wolf could cultivate an advanced skill, and this skill, belonging to the Ten Thousand Trees Wolf's evolutionary form, couldn't provide additional points to the Ten Thousand Trees Wolf's evolution, then it wouldn't just be online discussions.

Even they felt it was inappropriate.

A breeder who could cultivate an advanced skill was a talent the Dragon Kingdom couldn't afford to ignore. Countless nations and individuals with ulterior motives would be eager to attract such talent.

In this situation, even if he handled it poorly, he would still be questioned to some extent.

The issue now was how to add points for this?

Zhu Hong contemplated, and all the judges fell into silence.

At this moment, it was up to Zhu Hong to speak.

As the Vice President of the Breeder Association and the highest-ranking person present, it was only natural for him to make the decision at this juncture.

So, Zhu Hong glanced at Su Ping and said after a moment's thought:

"Su Ping, did you develop this on your own?"

This time, Su Ping didn't speak, but Old Liu beside him spoke up on his behalf:

"That's right, Master Zhu Hong. I can guarantee that from start to finish, the development of the Solar Heart, neither I nor Sun knew anything about it. It was only after coming to the Magic City that we heard about it from this young man!"

Zhu Hong nodded:

"Good. The research achievement of the Jianghai Province Breeder Association, the Wood Sage Wolf, has a value score of 196 points and a difficulty score of 184 points, totaling 380 points. After the judges' discussion, it was decided that the unique skill development of the Wood Sage Wolf has led to its new evolution form having a broader future prospect!"

Therefore, an additional 21 points are added, resulting in a final score of 401 points for the Wood Sage Wolf! Furthermore, the senior breeder Su Ping from Jianghai Province has made a unique contribution to the breeding industry. I will personally request that the Wind President grant you the treatment of a Master-level researcher!"

At this point, before anyone could react, Zhu Hong continued his explanation:

"Of course, the treatment is based on strict standards for breeders. Although developing super skills is one of the most important criteria, you have not met the other criteria. Therefore, I can only grant you some corresponding treatment, but the specific title of 'Breeding Master' will have to wait until you personally reach that step!"

Here, Zhu Hong smiled slightly:

"Of course, I believe with your talent and ability, that day will not be too far away."

Su Ping, of course, felt no disappointment.

Breeding Master?

He didn't even know that he was already a senior breeder, so he naturally wouldn't care about such an empty title.

On the contrary, at this very moment, Master Zhu Hong was offering him a practical benefit, and he didn't need to worry about such a hollow title. This was the best outcome for Su Ping.

However, it was just this score...

It wasn't too low, but too high.

Damn, the total score for this breeding competition was only 400 points.

Now, Master Zhu Hong had inexplicably added 21 points, bringing the Jianghai breeding team's score directly to 401 points.

What did this mean?

With a total score of 401 points, even if those who came later performed perfectly, they could only receive a full score of 400 points.

But how could this be possible?

So, even if there were teams from Huaiyang, the Imperial Capital, and Linjiang, who came after, the final result of this breeding competition could be said to be a done deal.

Was this a bit too much to invite resentment?

Su Ping felt a bit uneasy.

However, upon further thought, not inviting jealousy was the mark of a mediocre person.

Moreover, anyone with resentment would have to keep it to themselves.

After all, Su Ping just realized that he was, to some extent, a second-generation successor.

That Ghost Saint, when doing things, never followed any rules.

Damn, their second and third generations, if they were incompetent but had connections, would still cause trouble. Why should he, with both ability and connections, hold back so much?

So, he finally nodded:

"Thank you, Master Zhu Hong!"

Master Zhu Hong smiled slightly and didn't say more.

After the competition, he was going to Linzhou to further get to know this young man.

"Since it's like this, let's announce the results. Additionally, the competition will be paused for half an hour."

The competition paused, and this was the first time it had been paused, aside from the intermission for commercials and the midday break.

However, none of the people, including the two hosts, had any objections.

But this had nothing to do with Su Ping and the others.

This result surprised everyone, but it was also within expectations.

The appearance of super skills would inevitably cause an unimaginable uproar, which was normal.

So, after bowing to the judges, Liu Fuhai and Su Ping led Sun Chaoju, who hadn't said a word from start to finish, and Old Sha off the stage.

They arrived at the backstage passage behind the stage, and then Su Ping saw a pair of eyes and a figure in the shadows.

For Su Ping, the only familiar faces were Han, the president, and Ding Yan at the front, and Ye Zhou and others at the back.

The rest were all strangers.

They should have been strangers to Su Ping as well.

But from now on, they would likely never forget that at this special breeding master competition, there appeared such a unique young breeder.

Indeed, even some of the breeders who had already left the stage came to the backstage area.

This made the originally long and dark passageway feel a bit crowded.

Su Ping understood.

What Old Liu had just said about cutting off the TV signal was obvious; in the break room, they had all seen the situation at the front.

Naturally, they also knew that Su Ping and the Jianghai Province breeders had created something extraordinary.

However, with the TV signal cut off, the audience couldn't continue watching, but these people at the backstage wouldn't miss this for the world.

In the back, they couldn't see or hear a thing.

But no one could bear to not witness it firsthand.

At this moment, the most complex expressions belonged to the breeding masters from Huaiyang Province, Linjiang Province, and the Imperial Capital.

Although they didn't hear the final addition to Master Zhu Hong's score, the appearance of a super skill would make the three breeding master teams that were originally at the end of the competition pale in comparison.

Su Ping paid no attention to these gazes, but his heart was a little anxious.

Old Liu, on the other hand, was all smiles, bowing to everyone he barely knew:

"Please excuse us, let's go. Master Zhu Hong has requested a half-hour pause, so you don't need to wait here anymore."

All eyes were on him.

"This is so unfair, Old Liu. Such a big event, and you didn't give us any hint beforehand!"

Finally, someone spoke up.

At this moment, compared to those who had already entered the backstage, the countless viewers in front of the television screens were the ones getting impatient and wanting to curse.

"When will these ads be over?"

"I've already complained to the Imperial Capital TV station, dammit!"

The breeding masters from Linzhou were getting impatient, especially Yang He.

"Damn, I want to punch that bastard Sun right now! How dare he get such a huge advantage!"

"There's nothing we can do. He's just lucky, nothing more to say. But speaking of which, what exactly is this super skill? What's the effect of the Solar Heart?"

Someone expressed their helplessness.

However, it must be said that they weren't ordinary beastmasters, and naturally understood the situation. At this breeding competition, no matter what, they wouldn't be able to wait any longer.

"Why don't we add Old Sun back to the group and ask him again?"

With these words, the previously indignant crowd fell into an awkward silence.

They all blinked, but no one spoke up.

They had kicked him out of the group a few days ago, and now they wanted to invite him back? And on top of that, they wanted to rush him?

This would only make that turtle son feel smug.

However, at this moment, a voice came from the big screen.

"There's movement, there's movement."

As expected, those damn ads finally disappeared, and the screen returned to the live broadcast room.

The people on the screen vanished, leaving only the male and female hosts.

Although the male host was handsome and the female host was beautiful, no one had the mind to care about that at this moment.

"Dear viewers, there was a slight accident during the breeding competition, causing a problem with the reception signal. Fortunately, it has been fixed!

Additionally, the breeding masters from Jianghai Province have presented the most impressive breeding result so far!

After discussion among the judges, it was decided to award the Jianghai Province breeding body 'Wanmu Zhi Lang' an additional 21 bonus points!

Currently, Jianghai Province is in the lead with a total of 401 points, temporarily ranking first. Due to equipment issues, there will be a 30-minute pause. After 30 minutes, the competition will resume. Thank you for your patience, viewers."

Before anyone could react,

The fleeting image of the venue disappeared again.

In its place were the male and female hosts.

The content within the video consisted of interviews and highlights of the participating breeders.

However, what did they hear?

Damn it, where's the introduction of the super-tier skill, the Sun Core? And what about the breeder teachers from Jianghai Province?

Also, how did those additional 21 points come about?

Clearly, in their ignorance, the power of the Sun Core had been witnessed by everyone present.

But, they still haven't seen it yet, have they?

At this moment, voices of dissatisfaction were already emerging online.

Compared to these voices, what should be more concerning at this time is obviously not these.

As expected, after this announcement, the breeder competition entered a period of calm. Zhu Hong, who had returned to his original seat, didn't have to wait long before a phone call came through.

"Hello, President Feng."

"Old Zhu, I saw what happened. You handled it well. The super-tier skills cultivated by the breeders should not be disclosed casually. Restrain some of the internal personnel from the Demon Capital, in addition to the confidentiality agreement, and have the Soul Judge give them a psychological suggestion!

(End of Chapter)

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