Chapter 258: Recruiting for the Future, An Fat Returns

Chapter 258: Recruiting for the Future, An Fat Returns

Even if it's just a polite gesture, it's only natural for Li Qian to be courteous since he's here to recruit him, and he's the vice-principal of one of the top Beastmaster Universities in the country.

Of course, this courtesy was only skin-deep.

After the greetings, the group started chatting enthusiastically.

Seeing the middle-aged, greasy vice-principal beating around the bush and not getting to the point, Li Qian decided to chat casually about various topics.

After all, he wasn't the one in a hurry.

At worst, it would just be a waste of time.

After chatting for about half an hour, Yu Jinhai couldn't take it anymore and took the initiative to steer the conversation towards the main topic.

Li Qian could afford to wait, but he couldn't.

Moreover, with Li Qian avoiding the main issue, he had no way to take control of the situation.

So, he had no choice but to take the initiative and bring up the main topic.

Of course, he couldn't help but feel a bit of resentment.

How could a high school student act like this? He was no different from an old, experienced businessman who had been through the ups and downs of society for over a decade.

In short, he was a tough one to deal with.

"Li Qian, it's like this..."

Organizing his thoughts, Yu Jinhai began to speak seriously, "Some time ago, your achievements in Zhonghai City were quite surprising."

"This is enough to prove your talent."

Without pausing, he continued, "You must have heard of Zhonghai Beastmaster University, right?"

"Within the Dongxia Federation and even the entire Ancestral Star, it's one of the top two Beastmaster Universities. Even the Capital Beastmaster University, in our opinion, is slightly inferior."

Hearing Yu Jinhai's words, Li Qian's mouth twitched imperceptibly.

What does it mean that it's superior in your opinion?

What's the point of boasting about internal opinions? Li Qian thought to himself, but he also understood that this was just Yu Jinhai's negotiation tactic.

He was trying to make himself and his school look good.

In reality, Li Qian believed that Zhonghai Beastmaster University and the Capital Beastmaster University were on the same level, with no significant differences.

They were only slightly better than the other six major universities.

The fundamental difference wasn't that significant.

Li Qian didn't bother refuting Yu Jinhai's words; in this situation, it was just polite conversation, and there was no need to argue.

What truly mattered was the terms he could offer. Hmm? This point seemed to be of little importance to Li Qian, who had already decided on Shazhou Beastmaster University...

He might as well listen for fun.

Thinking this, he maintained a listening posture on his face.

Seeing this, a glimmer of hope flashed in Yu Jinhai's eyes.

"Zhonghai Beastmaster University can provide you, Li Qian, with the utmost support in your cultivation."

"Whether it's courses, resources, or other aspects, we can meet your needs!"

"We can offer a fifty percent increase in the conditions provided by Shazhou Beastmaster University!"

Hearing this, Li Qian was slightly surprised.

A fifty percent increase on top of Shazhou Beastmaster University's offer was indeed a sincere gesture.

It's worth noting that Shazhou Beastmaster University's conditions were already quite attractive compared to those offered to ordinary high school graduates.

While feeling surprised, Li Qian also shook his head inwardly.

The conditions were indeed tempting.

However, it was unfortunate that he had already agreed and signed the enrollment agreement with Shazhou Beastmaster University.

Most importantly, the bond with Tie Lao was something that no amount of conditions could compare to...

As he was about to decline, Yu Jinhai added, "There's one more thing I hope you'll consider carefully."

"Whether it's the Fiery Storm Falcon, the Fiery Skygliding Eagle, or the Tide Sea Spirit, they are all research you conducted in Zhonghai City, which proves that you and Zhonghai City are very much connected."

"Occultism is something that's hard to explain sometimes..."

It was clear that Yu Jinhai was reminding Li Qian of something.

Zhonghai City was his lucky place for research, and leaving it might affect his smooth research progress.

Li Qian maintained a polite demeanor but inwardly scoffed at this.

Neither the Green Scaled Dragon nor the Frostfire Salamander were researched in Zhonghai City.

Is Lingshu City also a lucky place? In the end, this guy was just trying to convince him.

Li Qian, of course, didn't mind this.

He understood that some breeders believed in these kinds of things.

Without responding to Yu Jinhai's prompt, Li Qian shook his head and spoke with a hint of regret, "Mr. Yu, I appreciate your sincerity, and Zhonghai Beastmaster University is indeed one of the top Beastmaster Universities.

However, I've already committed to Shazhou Beastmaster University."

"The most important thing is the bond I've formed with Professor Tie, which no conditions can compare to."

"I'm afraid I can't accept your offer."

After saying this, Li Qian turned to leave.

Yu Jinhai, seeing Li Qian's determination, didn't stop him and instead smiled, "I understand, Li Qian. I wish you the best in your research and studies."

"Perhaps our paths will cross again in the future."

With that, the two parted ways.

"However, a person's word is their bond. Since I've already agreed with Shazhou Beast Academy and signed the enrollment agreement, I won't go back on my word!"

Li Qian's refusal was obviously within Yu Jinhai's expectations. Seeing this, Yu Jinhai spoke without hesitation, "Li Qian's words make sense, but you must trust Zhonghai Beastmaster University. We will help you resolve this matter and ensure your reputation remains untarnished."

Seeing Li Qian's inquiring gaze, Yu Jinhai chuckled and continued, "It's just a matter of exchanging resources between schools. Trust me, we can help you settle this issue without affecting your reputation."

"Then you won't have any more worries, right?"

Indeed, there were no more worries.

Moreover, Li Qian believed that Zhonghai Beastmaster University had the capability to do so.

After all, they were one of the best Beastmaster Universities in the entire Dongxia Federation.

With some effort, resolving this matter wouldn't be difficult.

As Yu Jinhai's words fell, he looked at Li Qian expectantly.

In his opinion, Zhonghai Beastmaster University had shown sincerity and promised to help him with the enrollment agreement. The latter should not refuse.

However, the reality surprised him.

Li Qian shook his head again, and the refusal in his eyes remained firm.

"I'm sorry, I do appreciate Zhonghai Beastmaster University's sincerity, but between me and Shazhou Beast Academy, it's not just about the enrollment agreement."

Seeing Yu Jinhai's puzzled look, Li Qian continued, "When I signed the enrollment agreement, Shazhou Beast Academy also sent a senior to protect my safety."

"During that time, some unexpected events occurred, and that senior saved my life. So, I'm sorry..."

Upon hearing this, Yu Jinhai was taken aback.

He truly hadn't expected such a bond between Li Qian and Shazhou Beast Academy.

A life-saving grace!

How could they possibly poach him now? At this thought, a bitter smile crept onto his face.

In his helplessness, he suddenly remembered something and immediately spoke up, "Alas, it's also my fault that my recruitment teachers didn't realize the genius you are, Li Qian. It's truly a pity..."

"Your school is the best Beastmaster University in the Dongxia Federation. You will surely attract students better than me." Flattered by Yu Jinhai's praise, Li Qian reciprocated with a fitting response.

Yu Jinhai could only smile wryly.

A high school graduate who could research three evolutionary methods for Sovereign Potential Beasts and two for Imperial Potential Beasts was a rare cultivation genius. How could they possibly find a more talented student? Perhaps, in this year's intake, Li Qian was the biggest missed opportunity.

At least, that was the case for Zhonghai Beastmaster University.

As he smiled wryly, his voice continued, "But life is long, and the sea of knowledge is vast. University is just a small part of our Beastmaster journey."

"Beyond this, there are the graduate and doctoral stages. Zhonghai Beastmaster University sincerely invites you to consider applying for our graduate or doctoral programs in the future."

"Of course, even after graduation, our school's doors will always be open to you."

"At that time, you will also be welcome to teach at our university!"

Hearing this, Li Qian couldn't help but exclaim inwardly, "Wow!"

Indeed, it was impressive!

They couldn't poach him now, so they were preparing to poach his future!

He wondered what Shazhou Beast Academy would think when they heard about this. Without considering Shazhou Beast Academy's thoughts or worrying about them, Li Qian felt that doing his own thing was enough.

The conversation lasted for about an hour.

It ended around 10:30 PM.

Afterward, Yu Jinhai and his group left the Pride Sun Cultivation Base with the polite farewells of Li Qian and his family.

"Principal Yu, if we return like this, won't it be difficult to explain to the school?" After leaving the Pride Sun Cultivation Base, a young male recruitment teacher among the group asked with concern.

Yu Jinhai glanced at him coldly, "Do I not know if it will be difficult to explain?"

"But with things as they are, what can I do? Or do you have a better idea?"

As Yu Jinhai's words fell, the atmosphere became tense.

Li Qian had made his intentions clear, and they all understood that the situation had reached a point of no return.

At least, that's how they saw it.

After questioning them, Yu Jinhai's anger surged once more. He looked around and couldn't help but scold them, "In the end, it's all because of you good-for-nothings."

"If it weren't for you freeloaders, doing nothing but occupying your positions, I wouldn't have had to come here personally, and I wouldn't have been scolded by Principal Xia!"

After saying this, he flung his sleeves and strode out of the Pride Sun Cultivation Base, boarding a Skyway Flycar.

...

That afternoon, Li Qian was busy again.

Early that morning, under his supervision, all the koi that met the standard evolved into Green Scaled Dragons.

In addition to this batch of koi with the Green Scaled Dragon as the evolution target, there was another batch with the Frostfire Salamander as the evolution goal, and there were even more of them, a total of twenty-five.

Li Qian needed to help them complete their evolution as soon as possible.

After all, he didn't have much time left in Lingshu City.

Unlike the near-perfect success rate of evolving into Green Scaled Dragons, evolving into Frostfire Salamanders had a nearly fifty percent chance of failure.

And the cost of failure was losing the chance to evolve forever.

Li Qian was a bit worried about this.

Arranging intimidation training could indeed improve the willpower of this batch of koi.

But Li Qian was well aware that even with enhanced willpower, it would only increase the chances of successful evolution.

To achieve a hundred percent evolution success was almost impossible.

Li Qian had mentally prepared for this, so when failure actually occurred, his emotions didn't fluctuate much.

Moreover, strictly speaking, the situation this time was quite ideal, with twenty-five koi evolving into sixteen Frostfire Salamanders, which was much higher than expected.

Li Qian was quite satisfied with this outcome.

After the evolution was complete, it was already dusk, and Li Qian was about to return to Building One when a figure rushed over.

"Qian, you're finally back!" An Fat approached with a broad smile, patting Li Qian's shoulder.

Li Qian glanced at him with annoyance, "That's something I should be saying."

An Fat chuckled, scratching his head, "I wanted to come back earlier, but the place I went to was a bit far, and it's not convenient to rush back."

"You're just homesick." Li Qian examined An Fat up and down as he spoke.

"After just a summer break, you've not only gotten puffed up but also tanned. Come clean, where did you go?"

An Fat didn't hide it, and a smile squeezed out from his chubby face, "I went to New Moon Island..."

At this point, he deliberately lowered his voice, "Let me tell you, the sand there..."

Upon hearing this, Li Qian slapped him, "You pervert, what's on your mind? Next time, take me with you."

An Fat immediately gave a "I understand" look, "Don't worry, I've already scouted the place, and next time, I'll make sure you're satisfied and comfortable."

Li Qian nodded slightly, barely noticeable.

He thought, "Not bad, you managed to get into Sandzhou Beast Academy."

"What do you mean 'managed'? I relied on my actual achievements, brother." Hearing this, An Fat's tail wagged.

He finally had a chance to show off.

Li Qian glanced at him, and the latter immediately deflated, adding, "Of course, you, Iron Old, and our grandpa also played a small part."

Li Qian's mouth twitched, but he didn't argue.

"Brother, when are we leaving?" After showing off, An Fat knew to stop. He brought the conversation back on track.

"September 3rd," Li Qian replied indifferently.

"So late?" An Fat was surprised.

"School starts on September 5th. If I leave on September 3rd and take the Teleportation Array, I'll arrive the same day. It's perfectly fine." Li Qian continued in his nonchalant tone.

But An Fat was no longer calm after hearing this, "What? You're taking the Teleportation Array? Did you win the lottery, kid?"

"Are you coming or not?" Li Qian didn't respond to An Fat's shock but asked instead.

"Well, to help me get into Sandzhou Beast Academy, our family..."

Seeing An Fat's hesitation, Li Qian directly blurted out, "Class President Tu Jiaojiao and Li Lanying are going too."

"We're definitely taking the Teleportation Array!" An Fat's attitude did a complete 180-degree turn upon hearing this.

(End of Chapter)

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