Chapter 279: The Five Saints Egg! He Managed to Get It!

Chapter 279: The Five Saints Egg! He Managed to Get It!

Su Ping glanced at the others with a hint of bewilderment.

He, of course, noticed the change in everyone's expressions after Uncle Rongbao, his cheap uncle-in-law, spoke.

The Five Saints Egg?

What on earth was that? However, judging by the situation, it seemed like no one was in the mood to explain it to him.

Everyone, including Su Anyou beside him, was deep in thought.

Only Uncle Rongbao, Su Ping's cheap uncle-in-law, had a smile on his lips, seemingly unbothered by the shifting expressions of the Rong family members. He continued to speak as if nothing had happened.

It was as if nothing had occurred, as if he had merely given a few hundred or a thousand dollars to a beloved younger generation as a Lunar New Year gift.

Even among the Rong family members, who were mostly deep and cunning, some still occasionally seemed to be in a daze after Uncle Rongbao's words.

The dinner to welcome Su Ping finally ended in this special yet awkward atmosphere.

As night fell, in Su Ping's room, Cold Sir had not left, and Su Anyou was also there.

In the dimly lit room, three generations sat facing each other.

However, Cold Sir seemed completely indifferent, while Su Anyou frowned.

Back in the room, with their voices completely isolated by mental power, Su Anyou finally spoke: "Second Uncle, was this decision made by Elder Rong?"

Cold Sir shot a glance at the stinky kid who seemed to be questioning him and said, "I let him make the decision. Maybe he also feels a bit of guilt towards the Rong family's eldest daughter and this kid?"

"Regardless of whether there is guilt or not, this is inappropriate, and it may not be a good thing for Su Ping. Who knows what the other Rong family members are thinking?" Su Anyou frowned.

Cold Sir chuckled, "You're saying that this is just a pet beast egg that might have Saint Spirit rank potential, and you're making it sound like it's worthless?"

But Su Anyou said, "The Rong family..."

"The past is the past! Now is now! Moreover, what's more important is that you are you, and Xiao Ping is Xiao Ping!"

After hearing these words, Su Anyou was silenced by Cold Sir, and he couldn't help but frown.

Su Ping finally understood completely: "So, my cheap uncle-in-law wants to give one of these eggs to me, an 'outsider' who doesn't even have the Rong surname?"

Su Anyou remained silent, and it was clear that his unreliable father was truly displeased at this moment.

He was dissatisfied with the decision made by his cheap uncle-in-law without prior consultation.

Cold Sir explained from the side, "The Rong family is called the Five Toxins or the Five Saints Rong family. In the past, they were quite remarkable in the entire Dragon Nation. Initially, they started in Dian Zang Province and later moved to Bei Yuan Province.

The reason for this is that the Rong family discovered a special sanctuary in Bei Yuan Province. This sanctuary can be used continuously, and it is extremely suitable for the survival of venomous creatures. It is known as the Five Saints Sanctuary.

In theory, the potential of these five pet beasts is extremely strong, and their highest racial limit can even theoretically reach the Saint Spirit rank! The Rong family also has a family rule that the strongest beastmaster born from each generation of the Five Saints Eggs will become the true head of the Rong family!"

After hearing this, Su Ping finally understood completely: "So, my cheap uncle-in-law wants to give one of these eggs to me, an 'outsider' who doesn't even have the Rong surname?"

Su Anyou remained silent, deep in thought. However, Cold Sir seemed particularly enthusiastic today, answering all of Su Ping's questions with a smile, "That's right. Maybe our Xiao Ping will be able to take over the entire Rong family in the future."

Take over the Rong family? Su Ping had no interest in this at all, and he also frowned slightly.

Cold Sir's expression returned to normal as he looked at the two unenthusiastic father and son and said helplessly, "You two... are really something else. Such a good opportunity that others wouldn't even dare to dream of is like a death sentence to you.

Rest assured, many of the family's troubles have already been resolved, and there's no need to worry about getting entangled in any more trouble. The Rong family has done a lot for the Dragon Nation over the years, so they are trustworthy."

After hearing this, Su Anyou's expression relaxed slightly.

Su Ping's frown remained.

A pet beast egg with Saint Spirit rank potential.

Although Su Ping had previously boasted that he would ask for a Saint Spirit rank pet beast cub as a condition, he didn't really want this gift.

Too much trouble!

This was evident from the gazes of the other Rong family members at the dinner table, who almost wanted to devour him alive.

As for the Dragon Nation's suppression of the families due to their close ties with the Rong family, hindering their own development, Su Ping didn't care about that.

Su Ping glanced at his father, and his frown relaxed slightly.

So, he turned back to Cold Sir, "Then what's the price?"

Where in the world are there free lunches? Cold Sir smiled slightly, "What price? You're thinking too badly of people, aren't you?"

Su Ping looked unconvinced, and Cold Sir said, "Xiao Ping, you're no ordinary person now."

Su Ping understood and then paused slightly, "You know?"

Cold Sir chuckled and nodded.

Su Ping was even more surprised, "Then what about..."

"I heard a little, but I don't know the specifics. Your previous appearance just confirmed it for me. But regardless, having such a reward and result is enough. I know your little thoughts."

Cold Sir clicked his tongue and looked at him with a teasing gaze. It was clear that he had seen through Su Ping's thoughts in the car.

This was why he agreed to Su Ping's request. Not to mention that Su Ping had already entered that person's field of vision, so this matter was not a big deal.

Su Anyou looked up in a daze from the side, wondering what the old man and the young boy were talking about.

(End)

What did you find out? What's the reward? What are the results?

Why isn't it just an ordinary person?

The first place in the breeding competition?

Su Anyong was perplexed, but Su Ping thought for a moment and said, "You mean, the reason my grandfather gave me a Five Saints Egg is because he also knows about it?"

Cold Sir shook his head. "It's not that. Aside from the people directly involved, even within the upper echelons, there aren't many who know about this. Even if they do, they only have a vague understanding. But your achievements are already impressive enough!"

In the eyes of certain people, you are the rising star. The Rong Family has endured decades of suppression from the aristocratic families, and their former glory from a century ago is long gone.

For some aristocratic families like the Rong Family, who are still barely surviving, if they want to rise again in the current climate, they have to take a chance. And you, undoubtedly, are the Rong Family's chance.

For an aristocratic family like the Rong Family, or perhaps for the numerous members of the Rong Family, a Five Saints Egg, which only appears once every hundred years, is the dream of every eligible Rong Family member who has the opportunity to form a soul contract.

Now, giving it to an outsider has naturally caused resentment in their hearts. They might even harbor intense hostility towards you.

However, for the development of the entire Rong Family, a Five Saints Egg is not a big deal. Although it is indeed the most valuable resource, regardless of how you look at it, you carry half of the Rong Family's bloodline. This is by no means a favor to an outsider!

Coincidentally, your reputation, your abilities, and your age have attracted the attention of many. The Rong Family's investment in you is both reasonable and a natural course of action.

Investment.

Testing the wind and the trend among the upper echelons.

This is the value and significance of this Five Saints Egg.

Su Ping fell silent, gradually understanding what was happening in his heart.

It seems that it's not a bad thing after all?

But it's true; if it were a bad thing, Cold Sir wouldn't have handled it this way. He would have directly refused a long time ago.

Speaking of this, Cold Sir smiled and said, "Well, have you decided whether you want that Five Saints Egg, the generous gift your grandfather prepared for you?"

Su Ping didn't rush to answer. Cold Sir smiled again and said,

"Your father was dismissed from his position because of your mother. If you get too involved with the aristocratic families, there might be some risk!"

Su Ping didn't answer directly but asked curiously, "Cold Sir, why did the Dragon Nation take action against the aristocratic families? Since ancient times, these aristocratic families with their unique beast taming traditions have been the pillars of the Dragon Nation, haven't they?"

"The reason is simple: the country comes before the family. What if someone forgets their country or even betrays it for the sake of their family?"

Cold Sir didn't need to explain in detail, but Su Ping had some understanding: "The Six Dynasties, what happened? Only pursuing personal and family interests?"

Cold Sir nodded and then shook his head. "It's even more serious than that."

Su Ping gasped, "If that's the case, then that person..."

He admired the person who emerged from such circumstances and was able to turn the tide during this century of change.

It was unknown how this person managed to seize power and authority in such a situation and then change the situation.

With such a temperament and methods, he lived up to his name.

It was a mystery what kind of person he was, and Su Ping looked forward to the day they would meet and get to know each other.

Seeing the awe and reverence in Su Ping's eyes, Cold Sir pursed his lips, guessing what his grandson was thinking. So, he wisely chose not to shatter Su Ping's fantasy and remained silent.

"Of course, the situation has now reversed, and it's a little different. Moreover, the Rong Family was quite obedient back then; otherwise, they would have been destroyed during those decades."

Cold Sir spoke in a nonchalant tone.

Then, he waved his hand and said, "Alright, think about it slowly. You and your father can continue chatting. But after we finish today, your father will return to the Legion with me tomorrow. I'll come back to see you in a few days!"

However, Su Ping quickly said,

"Cold Sir, I have a request for you later."

"Sure, we can talk about it later."

Soon, only Su Ping and Su Anyong, father and son, who hadn't seen each other in a long time, remained in the room.

Su Anyong seemed a bit uncomfortable with the atmosphere. After standing up and stretching for a bit, he said,

"You kid, don't you have any suitable beast pets left? Well, your advancement speed is decent. You've reached the Overlord Rank, much faster than me. Have you chosen your third beast pet?"

"I've chosen," Su Ping said, with no intention of summoning Fei Fei.

This little thing was too abstract.

Su Anyong didn't ask, "Then why do you want the Five Saints Egg? It'll take some time to reach the Monarch Rank. Don't listen to Second Uncle's sweet talk. Although the Five Saints Egg is named as a Holy Spirit Rank potential, both hatching and subsequent cultivation are very troublesome. It's just a theoretical maximum limit. There's no guarantee that the hatched beast pet will truly reach the Holy Spirit Rank!"

Su Ping was surprised to hear his father speak so frankly.

"It doesn't matter to me. I never intended to contract a Five Saints Egg beast pet as my own anyway!"

Su Ping wasn't lying. He hadn't even considered it, as such a beast pet didn't align with his breeding philosophy.

Su Anyong was taken aback. "You don't plan to contract it, so you don't want it?"

"Not contracting it doesn't mean I don't want it. I can take it home and raise it first. Who knows, maybe I'll want to contract it later or find some other use for it?"

Su Anyong looked at his son suspiciously. "Are you listening to yourself? That's a potential Holy Spirit Rank beast pet egg. It's not something a Forest Wolf can raise casually!"

However, Su Ping didn't respond but suddenly said, "Cold Sir, I have a request for you later."

"Sure, we can talk about it later."

Soon, only Su Ping and Su Anyong, father and son, who hadn't seen each other in a long time, remained in the room.

Su Anyong seemed a bit uncomfortable with the atmosphere. After standing up and stretching for a bit, he said,

"You kid, don't you have any suitable beast pets left? Well, your advancement speed is decent. You've reached the Overlord Rank, much faster than me. Have you chosen your third beast pet?"

"I've chosen," Su Ping said, with no intention of summoning Fei Fei.

This little thing was too abstract.

Su Anyong didn't ask, "Then why do you want the Five Saints Egg? It'll take some time to reach the Monarch Rank. Don't listen to Second Uncle's sweet talk. Although the Five Saints Egg is named as a Holy Spirit Rank potential, both hatching and subsequent cultivation are very troublesome. It's just a theoretical maximum limit. There's no guarantee that the hatched beast pet will truly reach the Holy Spirit Rank!"

Su Ping was surprised to hear his father speak so frankly.

"It doesn't matter. I never intended to contract a Five Saints Egg beast pet as my own anyway!"

Su Ping wasn't lying. He hadn't even considered it, as such a beast pet didn't align with his breeding philosophy.

Su Anyong was taken aback. "You don't plan to contract it, so you don't want it?"

"Not contracting it doesn't mean I don't want it. I can take it home and raise it first. Who knows, maybe I'll want to contract it later or find some other use for it?"

Su Anyong looked at his son suspiciously. "Are you listening to yourself? That's a potential Holy Spirit Rank beast pet egg. It's not something a Forest Wolf can raise casually!"

However, Su Ping didn't respond but suddenly said, "I have a request for you later."

"Sure, we can talk about it later."

"Su Anyong, is the Rong Family treating you well? With your personality, even after so many years since your mother's passing, you still seem to have a good relationship with them."

Su Anyong fell silent, then nodded, a hint of reminiscence in his eyes. "Indeed, the old man didn't oppose my mother and me back then. Your father was just a low-ranking soldier, and the difference in status between him and my mother was like heaven and earth."

"To be honest, when your father and I first visited them, I was a bit nervous and had even prepared to say something like 'thirty years in the east, thirty years in the west.' But the old man has always been supportive.

After your mother's unexpected passing, he also supported me. Regarding my involvement with the Rong Family and leaving the Legion, he also expressed his apologies and guilt.

In truth, the old man treated you well. The reason he hasn't contacted you all these years is probably because he's afraid that you'll be affected by the Rong Family like I was.

But you don't need to worry about all that. You don't have to accept the old man's gift just because I'm considering your situation. There's no need to have unnecessary ties with the Rong Family beyond blood relations..."

Su Ping didn't seem to mind. "You're a young and fearless bull, aren't you? In the past, when various noble families suppressed you, the emerging factions in the country rose by stepping on the corpses of powerful noble families!

If it weren't for Second Uncle's connection with the Western Desert, let's not talk about the rest. Could your father have kept his military status or even his life without that association?"

Su Ping laughed. "Let's not talk about how things are different now from decades ago. Even if they were, how would it be? Dad, I ask you, if you were a Holy Spirit rank Beastmaster back then, would your association with the Rong Family affect you?"

Su Anyong was taken aback, then he became furious and slapped the table. "You little brat, are you trying to show off? Are you saying you're already a Holy Spirit rank Beastmaster? Do you want to tell me that the only reason your father is so cautious and hesitant about his connection with the Rong Family is because he's not capable?"

Su Ping's youthful arrogance and fiery spirit were instantly shattered by Su Anyong's slap. He shrank back, rubbing his neck. "That's what I mean."

"That's exactly what I mean. You little brat, you still haven't learned your lesson! In any case, I'll talk to the old man later and ask him to retract his order. If you don't want to contract that Five Saints Egg, why are you dragging me into this mess?"

After realizing that appealing to his emotions and reason wasn't working, Su Anyong flipped the table.

Su Ping took a deep breath and said, "Su Anyong, didn't you give Xiao Qing to me from the Rong Family? When I receive this Five Saints Egg and contract it to you, isn't it reasonable?"

"Nonsense! How can a mutated Forest Wolf compare to a Five Saints Egg? Fine, stop talking nonsense. I'll go find the old man."

"Indeed, it can't compare. Maybe Xiao Qing is even more precious. Hey! Wait a moment!"

Su Ping stopped Su Anyong, who was about to stand up and curse, and asked a question. "Su Anyong, let me ask you something. Touch your conscience and answer honestly, in the name of your mother's spirit in heaven!"

As expected, Su Anyong's body froze, and he glared at Su Ping.

"Do you need a contracted pet now, or should I say, for the sake of your mother's face, do you want to contract the Rong Family's inherited Five Saints?"

Do you need a contracted pet? For the sake of your mother's face?

Su Anyong paused for a moment, then replied, "In a while, I should be close to advancing to the Imperial Beastmaster rank. My choice for the fifth pet hasn't been decided yet! Your mother was strong-willed, but in her time, the Five Saints Egg hadn't been born yet. Ah Chun told me that even if she couldn't become a Five Saints Egg Beastmaster, she wanted me to..."

"Pah! Nonsense! She's not here anymore, and she would never agree to let you get involved in this mess. Fine, I'm not going to waste my time arguing with you!"

Su Anyong headed straight for the door, but just then, Su Ping narrowed his eyes and spoke again.

"Imperial Beastmaster... Are you a Legion Beastmaster? If you're a Legion Beastmaster, then you're a military Beastmaster, and a military Beastmaster should follow the orders of their superiors!"

Su Ping had obtained the honorary military rank, so he naturally knew about it. However, that honorary military rank was still far from his current rank.

Could he be trying to pressure him with Cold Sir? Soon, this bewildered and cursing son was no longer bewildered but shocked.

Because at this moment, Su Ping seemed to perform a magic trick, taking out an item from his chest.

It was a golden badge.

The badge had a golden five-clawed golden dragon surrounding it, exuding an indescribable aura. As the badge appeared,

Su Ping looked at Su Anyong.

"Su Anyong, I now order you, as the holder of the Dragon Emblem, to stop causing trouble! Obey my orders and don't be arrogant..."

Su Ping looked at his son with a smile on his face.

He glanced at the badge on his chest, the golden badge he had only seen in photos with Second Uncle and the Western Desert.

Su Anyong was bewildered, not understanding.

But he knew that despite his thousand precautions, he still couldn't prevent it.

In the end, this little brat had gotten to him.

(End of Chapter)

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