Chapter 299: Obligations
Chapter 299: Obligations
"Don't say such things. When your Golden Bud Seedling evolves into a Tidal Sea Spirit and receives the evolution feedback, the hidden injuries you've endured over the years should be completely healed."
"When the time comes..."
"..."
Dream Eater was eavesdropping and simultaneously emitting a little girl's voice, repeating the conversation between Old Ti and Ms. Han Ke.
But just as the conversation reached a critical point, it suddenly came to an abrupt halt.
"What? That's it?" Li Qian had just become interested and was ready to indulge in some gossip when, to his surprise, it suddenly stopped. He couldn't help but ask, "What happened?"
Dream Eater turned to look at its beastmaster, Yi Lina, and once again spoke in a little girl's voice, "I... was discovered."
"We're already so far away, and my mother still found us. What can we do?" Yi Lina spread her hands helplessly, her expression filled with resignation.
She naturally assumed that her mother, Han Ke, had discovered their whereabouts. After all, her mother's strength had reached the middle of the Imperial Rank, while Old Ti's strength was only at the peak of the High Sovereign Rank. It was impossible for him to detect them hiding and listening from two kilometers away.
This was Yi Lina's assumption, but in the next moment, the words spoken by Dream Eater shocked her.
"No, your mother, Ms. Han Ke, did indeed discover my presence, but before that, the first one to notice something amiss was Teacher Ti." Dream Eater spoke the truth.
Its words not only surprised Yi Lina but also made Li Qian's eyes widen in astonishment.
It was well known that Ms. Han Ke's strength was at the middle of the Imperial Rank, yet she didn't immediately sense Dream Eater's presence. Instead, Old Ti had perceived it.
From this, one could deduce that Old Ti's mental power was incredibly formidable, surpassing or at least matching Ms. Han Ke's.
In other words, Old Ti's mental power was guaranteed to have reached at least the middle of the Imperial Rank. As this realization dawned on Li Qian, he couldn't help but furrow his brows slightly in surprise.
Old Ti's mental power had not only reached the Imperial Rank but had also attained at least the middle of the Imperial Rank.
If his companion beast could break through the rank restrictions, there was no doubt that he would take a step into the Imperial Rank.
With this in mind, Li Qian became even more determined in his purpose for seeking out Old Ti. He couldn't guarantee the success of other companion beasts, but he was certain that Golden Bud Seedling would evolve into a Tidal Sea Spirit smoothly and securely.
"What should we do now?" With their eavesdropping attempt foiled, both Li Qian and Yi Lina were at a loss, unsure of what to do next.
Li Qian pointed to the street ahead, "Why don't we take a stroll inside the Nine Number Outpost? Maybe there really is a nice view to enjoy?"
"Okay." Yi Lina nodded in agreement. At this moment, they couldn't find anything else to do.
So, they chatted intermittently as they began to wander around.
Fortunately, they weren't alone, as they could chat to pass the time; otherwise, it would have been incredibly boring, as there was no scenery to speak of inside the Nine Number Outpost, not even a few trees.
"This place is indeed desolate." After a simple half-hour tour, they had basically covered the entire Nine Number Outpost.
Considering that Old Ti and Ms. Han Ke might still be deep in conversation, they didn't disturb them but returned to their original stone bench location, waiting idly.
After waiting for about two hours, they finally saw Old Ti and Ms. Han Ke leaving the city wall, chatting and laughing.
Old Ti, what are you and Ms. Han Ke chatting about with such enthusiasm? My partner and I have been waiting here, and our feet are getting numb." Seeing the two of them walking over, Li Qian deliberately joked.
Upon hearing these words, Ms. Han Ke's youthful face revealed a hint of shyness.
Li Qian glanced at this scene, his expression somewhat odd. The two of them standing together might indeed be mistaken for a father and daughter.
Those unaware of the situation would likely misinterpret this.
Old Ti gave Li Qian a sidelong glance, then, without blushing or flinching, lied, "That group of unicorn rhinoceroses may have left, but with so many of them, including several unicrons, who knows what kind of irreversible catastrophe they might cause. Naturally, I and Ms. Han Ke, have to keep an eye on them."
Hearing these words, Ms. Han Ke felt embarrassed and lowered her head. This reason was quite far-fetched.
Li Qian chuckled and said, "Oh," then continued, "I think, Old Ti, it's reasonable for you to say that, but after watching for two hours, we shouldn't completely rule out the risks, right? So tonight, you and Ms. Han Ke will..."
"Cough, cough..." Before Li Qian could finish his sentence, Old Ti interrupted him.
The little old man couldn't help but sigh inwardly, thinking, 'This kid, you're really something, saying whatever comes to mind.'
Most importantly, he even prepared a reason for Old Ti, leaving him feeling both amused and helpless.
"That group has already retreated far away, and they probably won't return." Old Ti casually found an excuse, brushing him off.
The four of them converged and headed straight for a house in the Ninth Forward Station. If placed on the Ancestral Star, this house would undoubtedly be the most inconspicuous existence.
It was only three stories high, with a floor area of about two hundred square meters.
Such a house in the Ninth Forward Station was already considered 'luxurious.'
Old Ti led them into the house. Indeed, this place was the 'Town Hall' of the Ninth Forward Station.
As one of the highest authorities in this outpost, even the garrisoned Beastmasters had to follow the opinions of the owner of this place for some decisions.
Undoubtedly, the owner of this place was Old Ti. After entering the Town Hall, the four of them had a brief chat.
When the atmosphere seemed right, Yi Lina took the lead and cut to the main topic. She handed over a specially made Beast Sphere to Old Ti, saying, "Old Ti, this is your Golden Bud. Now that Li Qian has come here, you'll have to handle the beast evolution yourself. As for the various resources needed for evolution, I've prepared them all."
Old Ti took the Golden Bud Beast Sphere from Yi Lina, his expression complex. "I didn't expect that, in my old age, I'd still have to rely on you two little ones..."
"Old Ti, you're my lifesaver. Helping your companion beast complete its evolution is my duty!" Li Qian's tone turned firm, and he spoke confidently.
"Take care of my mom." Yi Lina looked at Old Ti and succinctly uttered four words.
Li Qian scanned the surrounding environment and said, "Old Ti, this place is limited, and it doesn't seem suitable for companion beast evolution..."
In fact, not only here but also the entire Ninth Forward Station lacked suitable places for evolution.
Once the light of evolution shines, almost everyone in the Ninth Forward Station can see it, and Li Qian didn't want to evolve in such an environment.
(End of Chapter)
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