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Chapter 372: Nationwide Attention! Death Descends!
Chapter 372: Nationwide Attention! Death Descends!
"How's the effect?"
In the office of the Jianghai Beastmaster Association's skyscraper.
Su Ping sat with his legs crossed, looking down at the bustling crowd in the courtyard below and throughout the association's grounds. Although this was the top floor, it wasn't particularly high.
Beside him, Qin Erlong couldn't help but acknowledge the young man's smug expression, nodding in agreement:
"It's more than just okay. The publicity campaign we've prepared for Jianghai and above hasn't even started yet, and it's already almost nationwide attention! The effect is better than it could ever be!"
Indeed, Qin Erlong fully understood.
This young man had indeed created quite a stir.
A thousand against one! Although on Blue Star, when high-level beastmasters faced lower-level creatures, numbers often didn't play a significant role.
But had there ever been a creature at the same level that demonstrated such combat prowess? Of course, Blue Star's history was filled with countless talented beastmasters, so it was impossible to say that none had ever achieved this.
However, it was incredibly rare! Therefore, Su Ping, who had achieved such results, naturally deserved the attention he was receiving.
Moreover, Qin Erlong knew this was just the beginning.
On the second day of the Provincial Examination, most regions were still marking out their territories.
The primary focus was still on their own provincial exams.
When evening arrived and the exams paused, everyone who had been watching would stop, and after the exams concluded, they would compare everyone's performance, causing this public opinion to continue fermenting and rising.
It was evident that the battle Su Ping had fought had reached an explosive level.
Su Ping clicked his tongue and then shook his head:
"Hey, I really didn't want to be so high-profile, but I had no choice!"
Qin Erlong glanced at the young man:
"You little rascal, that's enough! It's almost enough, and don't drop the ball at tomorrow's press conference. That's when it will truly be nationwide attention!"
Su Ping nodded.
In fact, not only was the origami man a focal point of attention, but the main focus was on the Five Elements Body entering the Hall Supreme Skill.
Su Ping looked at Qin Erlong:
"Are there any rewards for coming first in the Provincial Examination?"
Qin Erlong looked at the young man speechlessly:
"I didn't realize you were so greedy! Isn't the Dream Fogstone in your hands? When you go to the Imperial Capital for the final trial, won't that be enough?"
"If you say so, isn't this a war trophy? How can it be considered a reward?"
Su Ping blinked.
Qin Erlong sighed:
"I do have some reserves, but with your current identity and strength, I don't think you'll be interested in these things.
When you go to the Imperial Capital, bring this enthusiasm, and negotiate a good deal with those old geezers in Dragon City! It'll be like taking revenge for me!"
That old geezer...
If Old Qin really gave him something, he might feel a little embarrassed.
Old Qin was right; with his authority, he could only access Imperial-rank resources, but these resources wouldn't be too restrictive for Su Ping.
Once the title of Cultivation Master was secured, he could apply for numerous Imperial-rank resources each year.
As for Holy Spirit-rank resources, Su Ping wasn't that ambitious yet.
However, hearing Old Qin shift the topic, Su Ping became interested:
"Take revenge? Are there enemies in Dragon City?"
Qin Erlong quickly waved his hands:
"You're overestimating me! What enemies could I have there? It's purely about my Wooden Dragon! You know, that Wooden Dragon was given to me by Ah Sang after he advanced to the Holy Spirit rank and was granted the Dragon Emblem's authority.
At that level, Ah Sang already had his sixth companion in mind, and the qualification to enter Dragon City to choose a dragon companion couldn't be wasted, right? So, Ah Sang gave it to me..."
At this point, even without Qin Erlong saying it, Su Ping could guess that he was talking about some grudge with those in Dragon City.
Su Ping pursed his lips, and Qin Erlong nodded speechlessly:
"It's a pity my revenge will likely never come in this lifetime, even if there's a chance to advance to the Holy Spirit rank in the future. But even if I do advance, it'll be difficult to get back at those old geezers in Dragon City.
Moreover, even if I advance to the Holy Spirit rank, because of Ah Sang, I won't be eligible for the Dragon Emblem again to enter Dragon City and choose a heritage.
But Su Ping, I can already guess that in Dragon City, some old geezers, and perhaps even the Dragon Kings from various heritages, have already started competing covertly and overtly.
At this point, Qin Erlong's eyes widened with excitement, his face filled with scheming delight:
"Among the various heritages in Dragon City, there's no shortage of treasures! Even legendary resources might be available! At that time, you little rascal, haggle hard on my behalf! It'll be like taking revenge for me.
"Legendary Resources..."
Su Ping's thoughts turned to the Green Demon Spring Ginseng and the legendary Elixir of Immortality it required.
He raised his eyebrows and asked, "Is there an Elixir of Immortality?"
Qin Erlong was taken aback for a moment, as if trying to recall what it was.
After a short while, Old Qin glared at him:
"Nonsense! Even if there is such a thing that works for human Beastmasters, it certainly won't be your turn to use it. As for the specifics, I'm not sure. There's a huge gap between the Legendary and Holy Spirit ranks, and it involves a lot of intricacies that I can't explain."
Su Ping didn't show any disappointment but instead asked again, "Old Qin, what's the deal with the various Heritage Sites in Dragon City? From what you're saying, it seems like the internal struggles are quite intense?"
Previously, he had heard the Ray Saint mention it,
but this Ray Saint wasn't very reliable.
When asked about the inner workings of Dragon City, he often grew impatient.
Hearing this, it seemed Qin Erlong had some understanding of this matter. Qin Erlong shook his head:
"Dragon City is the foundation of our Dragon Nation. It's not as if the internal struggles are so severe that they're tripping over each other. However, there is indeed competition.
As for the reasons, I don't know much either. I've only heard some things from Ah San.
It seems to be related to the birth of the Dragon Race."
Hmm? Su Ping raised his eyebrows in surprise and looked at Old Qin. But soon, he seemed deep in thought.
Seeing Su Ping's expression, Qin Erlong smiled:
"That's right. The Dragon Race has two ways of birth, whether it's the Giant Dragon Race or the Divine Dragon Race.
The latter needs no explanation; it's the primary research direction and content of the various Heritage Sites.
But how is the former achieved?"
Exactly, Su Ping was thinking of this very question.
The last time he interacted with Dahuang, he felt that this Divine Dragon Race, like Dahuang, seemed to be asexual? Although in this pet world of Blue Star, similar types like the Necromantic and Elemental Races are the same.
But since the Dragon Race can be born from eggs, then this should be the result of a union, giving birth to a Dragon Race.
After all, once they reach adulthood, their racial upper limit is at least the Emperor rank,
and even Qin Erlong's Wooden Dragon is a pure Divine Dragon with Holy Spirit potential.
Although reaching this level doesn't guarantee future promotion, the chances are still quite high, aren't they?
Su Ping looked at Qin Erlong in surprise.
The latter didn't continue to keep him guessing, or perhaps Qin Erlong himself didn't have all the details. Smiling faintly at Su Ping's inquiring gaze, Qin Erlong said, "It's said that what the various Heritage Sites in Dragon City are fighting for is related to this!
Once a Heritage Site has a brand-new dragon pet that can be cultivated and evolved, or any other advancements or discoveries related to dragon research,
that Heritage Site's share in this aspect will increase. As for the specifics, you'll have to go and see for yourself when the time comes."
Su Ping nodded.
Dragons seemed to be an increasingly interesting and captivating type of pet.
As Su Ping pondered this, across the ocean.
At this moment, it was already late at night.
In a dark tomb-like room, the silence was eerie, like a ghost cave.
Four pairs of constantly burning flames made this moment seem icy cold.
In front of them, a video was playing on repeat, showing Su Ping and the Origami Man with a red heart on his cheek.
Finally, after watching it countless times, the voice spoke again:
"Impressive! How did that arrogant guy, Leng, think of using this little thing to lure the snake out of its hole? Wasn't he afraid of something going wrong and getting himself killed?"
Mu Yu dared not speak, but his gaze remained fixed on the Origami Man.
Within the flames burning in his eyes, a trace of indescribable resentment flickered.
He had encountered mutated Origami Men before, and although the probability of mutation was low, his status and position in the Dragon Nation allowed him access to them.
However, none of the mutated Origami Men he encountered, not to mention reaching this level of strength, hadn't even evolved.
Yet, a mere brat had achieved such results! How could he accept this? Charles paid no attention to his student.
When taking students, he valued their character more than talent, and although Mu Yu's talent was lacking, his character was similar to Charles' own.
"It's fascinating. It seems like there's another Hall-level skill emerging in Dragon Nation!"
"Hall-level?! How is that possible?!"
Mu Yu exclaimed in disbelief, but when he turned to look, his teacher showed no signs of joking.
"What's so impossible about it? In a situation where they're of the same rank or even slightly lower in cultivation, it's a crushing display of overwhelming power, a thousand-to-one odds!"
Charles chuckled with a hint of self-mockery.
Mu Yu argued, "But how can you compare them? The ability of the Necrotic Domain is meant for large-scale battlefields, and it's clearly highly growth-oriented. With sufficient time in a war, it can create an endless army of Necrotic Beast companions."
Charles shook his head, but didn't offer further explanations.
The crimson flames on his body flickered, and he narrowed his eyes slightly. "Regardless, this little guy is making such a stir. It's almost certain that this skill will be Hall-level."
His extensive knowledge allowed him to instantly grasp the implications of the situation across the ocean.
Mu Yu didn't speak again, but he had to trust his teacher, even if he didn't believe in that stinky kid.
Charles continued, "Since it's like this, when the time comes, I'll send a big gift."
"Teacher, there's no chance of that now..." Mu Yu hesitated.
Charles turned his head, and amidst the flickering crimson flames, there was an enigmatic quiver.
Mu Yu's heart trembled with an indescribable fear as he witnessed his teacher's transformation.
His teacher no longer resembled a human but a pure Necrotic being.
"What did you think of my initial Death Descends experiment?" Charles asked.
At these words, Mu Yu shivered as if struck by a sudden chill, as if remembering something.
Charles, as if oblivious, continued, "People think that my development of Hall-level skills is strongest with the Necrotic Domain, and in fact, it's almost there.
"But in terms of functionality, the improved Death Descends skill I created later is actually quite effective.
Initially, this skill was developed from a special companion beast with 'Bloodfiend' potential at the Viscount and Count stages of vampirism.
What effect does the Bloodfiend's Death Descends have?
The Bloodfiend can leave its bloodline in any flesh-and-blood life form, including humans. Once the host dies or the bloodline is activated, it instantly refines all the host's blood, and the Bloodfiend's consciousness left in the bloodline takes over and influences the host, turning them into a puppet or a low-level flesh clone of the Bloodfiend.
Yes, the inspiration for this skill came from some ancient books in Dragon Nation. At the time, I thought of naming it Blood God'some power.
Whenever he mentions companion beast research, this teacher, who rarely speaks, becomes chatty.
But Mu Yu didn't dare interrupt, and Charles continued, "At the time, I thought that was it, but the Blood Puppet I created was too trashy.
I named it Blood God Clone, which was a bit of a stretch, but it's just a name. After all, the skill creates an unlimited number of Blood Puppets.
However, later I felt it was a waste to use this skill for disposable clone puppets, so I made a slight change. I merged the consciousness seed with the bloodline to create a blood soul seed.
Not only can it be freely activated, but it also allows the consciousness of the skill user to merge with the body that is detonated! Moreover, depending on the strength of the blood soul seed released, it can even unleash a portion of the user's own power after detonation.
Furthermore, if the Bloodfiend casts it and fully condenses the blood soul seed, it can achieve an effect similar to long-distance teleportation, like a rebirth through possession!
So, in the end, I named this skill Death Descends, and the harvest in the Celestial Tomb allowed me to master this skill with my Lich Body."
At this point, Charles smiled and looked at Mu Yu. "Mu Yu, I don't care about talent; I care about character."
Mu Yu's unseen face paled.
The original body then perished, dying at the hands of Cold Lord.
(End of Chapter)
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