Chapter 219: Li Suokuan
Chapter 219: Li Suokuan
As Li Qian watched Xiao Hui soaring freely in the sky, he couldn't help but feel a sense of wonder.
After its evolution, the little beast must be feeling equally thrilled.
This was evident as it circled in the air, letting out occasional chirps of "Chirp, chirp."
Gazing at Xiao Hui in the sky, Li Qian let out a long breath.
This was an Imperial-rank Companion Beast!
Although Li Qian was confident that with the help of his special ability, he would be able to research and discover more Imperial-grade potential Companion Beasts in the future, this was, after all, the first one. His heart couldn't help but stir with emotion.
Just as Li Qian was marveling at the beast in the sky, a strange voice suddenly sounded, "This Companion Beast, it looks a bit like the Skygliding Eagle developed by Professor Yan from Sha Zhou Beastmaster University."
Li Qian was startled by the sudden comment and quickly looked in the direction from which the voice had come.
There, on the ridge of the field, stood a middle-aged man with a small beard, appearing to be in his forties, also looking up at the sky.
To be precise, he was observing Xiao Hui soaring in the air.
"Who are you?" Li Qian asked, his eyes narrowing with caution at the question.
He had just arrived and had already thoroughly scanned the surroundings, confirming that there was no one around. Yet, this bearded man had appeared out of nowhere.
He seemed to have materialized out of thin air!
Such an eerie appearance, completely bypassing his perception, suggested that this bearded man was not to be taken lightly.
Not only did his mysterious appearance hint at a complex background, but his strength was likely formidable as well.
The bearded man, who had appeared out of nowhere, did not answer Li Qian's question. Instead, he withdrew his gaze from the sky and looked directly at Li Qian.
"Little guy, do you know that evolving using the long-distance teleportation array at the Teleportation Center is a very dangerous thing?"
Hearing this, Li Qian's eyes still held caution, but his guard was significantly lowered.
By mentioning the "Teleportation Center," the man had essentially revealed his origins.
It was highly likely that he was one of the Federation's powerful cultivators stationed at the Teleportation Center in Zhonghai City or Qianshan City.
"Senior, it was my fault for not understanding the intricacies of the matter and causing trouble for the Teleportation Center. I apologize to you, Senior," Li Qian said without hesitation, lowering his guard as he guessed the man's identity.
Setting aside the terrifying strength of this man who had suddenly appeared and was likely from the Federation's Teleportation Center, Li Qian knew he was at fault in this situation.
In the face of such power and reason, Li Qian chose to admit his mistake.
After all, this was one of the Federation's strong cultivators, not some evil force. Li Qian believed that the man wouldn't nitpick over such a matter.
Moreover, from the mysterious cultivator's tone, it seemed that Xiao Hui's evolution had only caused a minor disturbance to the teleportation array between Zhonghai City and Qianshan City.
Upon further reflection, Li Qian realized that he had been careless, failing to consider some deeper issues.
Although Professor Yan's breeding materials documented the evolution of the Gray Bean Pigeon into the Skygliding Eagle and emphasized the role of the teleportation array, he hadn't specified which teleportation array was used for the evolution.
Perhaps it wasn't a standard transportation teleportation array but one specifically designed for experimental research.
No, not just a possibility, but a highly likely one.
Besides, the Fiery Skygliding Eagle is still different from the Skygliding Eagle, and its potential breakthrough to the Imperial Rank would undoubtedly cause more intense spatial fluctuations.
"You still haven't answered my question. Is this the Skygliding Eagle that was researched by Sha Zhou Beastmaster University?" The bearded man didn't acknowledge Li Qian's apology but continued to ask.
Seeing that the man didn't seem too concerned, Li Qian assumed he wouldn't pursue the matter. He exhaled silently and answered respectfully, "Senior, your insight is remarkable. Indeed, I made slight modifications to Professor Yan's research on the Skygliding Eagle, and this is the evolved pet."
"Slight modifications? I doubt it's that simple."
The bearded man chuckled as he looked at Li Qian, "What's the name of the eagle up there? Its racial potential seems extraordinary, and it should have already reached the Imperial Rank."
Upon hearing this, Li Qian once again answered with utmost respect, "Senior, your observation is spot-on. Xiao Hui has just completed its evolution. This evolved form is called the Fiery Skygliding Eagle, and its potential has indeed reached the Imperial Rank, but it's only barely at the first stage."
Earlier, if it was a highly probable guess, now Li Qian could be a hundred percent certain.
The bearded man in front of him was not a True Vision Eye user, yet he could judge Xiao Hui's racial potential with just his eyes and experience, which was truly terrifying.
"Barely at the first stage of the Imperial Rank? Reaching that level is already an impressive feat!"
The bearded man looked at Li Qian with growing admiration, "Moreover, this Fiery Skygliding Eagle possesses the Spatial Attribute, which is even more remarkable. You're still young, probably still a student. Tell me, which Beastmaster University do you attend?"
Li Qian didn't hesitate and directly shared his situation, "Senior, you misunderstood. I just graduated from high school and am not yet a student at a Beastmaster University. However, I've signed an enrollment agreement with Sha Zhou Beastmaster University, and I'll be attending in September."
After explaining his situation, Li Qian seized the opportunity to ask, "May I ask how I should address you, Senior?"
"Hahaha... A high school graduate, how interesting!"
"It's been many years since I've seen a high school graduate like you. Old Park got himself a great deal."
The bearded man laughed heartily, then introduced himself, "I am Li Suokuan."
Although Li Qian wasn't sure who "Old Park" was, and he hadn't met any teachers at Sha Zhou Beastmaster University with the surname "Park," he still respectfully addressed him as "Senior Li."
"Senior Li, I wonder if the evolution of Xiao Hui has caused any significant impact on the teleportation array?" Li Qian didn't forget the previous incident and asked.
Li Suokuan waved his hand, just as Li Qian had guessed, he didn't seem to be bothered by the matter.
"It's not a big issue. I've already taken care of it."
Hearing the confirmation, Li Qian couldn't help but exhale in relief and thanked him again, "Thank you, Senior Li, for your help!"
"So, how do you plan to repay me?" Senior Li responded with a playful tone as soon as Li Qian expressed his gratitude.
(End of Chapter)
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