Chapter 449: Anger
Chapter 449: Anger
During the wait for the second Piglet and the preparation of the materials for Super Evolution, Li Qian outlined his plan for the upcoming tests.
He decided to proceed directly with the evolution test.
The tasks had already been submitted, and the evolution method was firmly planted in his mind. Testing the minor details and trivialities would only be a waste of time.
So, Li Qian prepared to dive straight into the heart of the matter.
After all, he had to return to Lingwater City tomorrow morning, and he couldn't afford to waste time here.
In fact, his original plan was to help with the evolution research if the task progress was high, or just meet up for a chat and then leave if it wasn't.
"You're ready to start the evolution experiment?" Pei Yuanyuan was a bit taken aback and unprepared for Li Qian's plan.
"Mhm," Li Qian nodded, "I've thought it through thoroughly. Continuing to think about it won't yield any new ideas in a short time, so it's better to test it early."
He spoke his mind, "If it succeeds, everyone will be happy. If it doesn't, continuing the research won't lead to any breakthroughs."
Li Qian's words gave Pei Yuanyuan a sense of foreboding. His words sounded like a gamble, a win or walk away.
It wasn't that Pei Yuanyuan didn't trust Li Qian, but his research method was a bit unorthodox. He simply conducted a quick test and was ready to begin the evolution.
This sounded a bit unreliable to her.
However, she had sought his help, and given Li Qian's talent and character, he wouldn't start the evolution experiment without any confidence.
As she pondered, the Piglet and evolution materials were all prepared.
Since she had called Li Qian, she chose to believe until the results were revealed.
She handed over all the materials and couldn't help but start praying in her heart, hoping for a successful test.
Everything else was fine, but the Magma Heart was indeed expensive. If it failed a few times, even with her substantial savings, she couldn't afford it.
After handing over the materials and transferring the Piglet to Li Qian, as they approached the breeding room, Pei Yuanyuan prepared to leave.
Li Qian noticed Pei Yuanyuan's departure and smiled, asking, "What are you doing?"
Pei Yuanyuan waved her hand and retreated, saying, "It's better if I avoid your Beast's evolution test."
As a breeder, she was well aware of some of the taboos in the profession. Staying here would give the impression of trying to peek at the evolution results.
Although she and Li Qian had known each other for almost half a year through the group, they weren't that close yet.
"Are you sure you don't want to watch?" Li Qian's impression of the girl improved as he watched her retreating figure.
He didn't mind sharing the evolution results, so he joked, "What if it succeeds this time?"
Pei Yuanyuan waved her hand casually and took a few steps forward, "If it succeeds, it's your achievement."
"Haha, hope you won't regret it," Li Qian laughed heartily and didn't say more. He then led the Piglet into the breeding room, which was quite spacious.
Li Qian surveyed the room with satisfaction. The facilities at the Jiangnan Beastmaster University's Breeding Institute were indeed superior to those at his Blazing Sun Breeding Base and Emerald Research Base.
Speaking of which, his parents had mentioned over the phone that the Blazing Sun Breeding Base had also constructed new breeding rooms.
That was great news; from now on, the evolution glow wouldn't be so glaring during Beast evolution.
In the cultivation chamber, Li Qian pondered for a moment before sending Pei Yuanyuan a message, "By the way, remember to prepare more Tonton. This Tonton might not meet the requirements."
This time, he was genuinely testing.
If the test succeeded, he would use this Tonton to directly complete the evolution, though he believed the chances were slim.
Tonton's evolution was similar to that of the Frostfire Salamander, requiring an extremely high level of determination from the companion beast.
To be more precise, it required an outburst of emotions.
Tonton's evolution needed to trigger its anger, and the more enraged it became, the higher the likelihood of a successful evolution.
If the anger value was insufficient, the evolution might fail, and the probability of this failure was not low. Thus, Tonton's evolution was destined to be achievable only by a small elite minority.
Most Tonton, throughout their lives, would likely never escape the label of "Failed Beast." Li Qian had no solution for this either.
"I'll prepare them," he sent, and not long after, Pei Yuanyuan replied.
Li Qian glanced at the message, then, without wasting any time, focused his gaze on Tonton, "Let's begin."
He tossed out a Beast Ball, releasing the Six-Tailed Cat.
Addressing the cat, he issued a command, "Six-Tailed, use 'Ultimate Illusion Beam'."
The Six-Tailed Cat received the order and unleashed the attack without hesitation, shooting out a beam of pale purple light.
The pale purple light enveloped Tonton, and its eyes instantly turned crimson.
It began to run wildly, as if fighting some companion beast.
In reality, it was just in the cultivation chamber, battling the air.
Facing the Overlord-ranked Six-Tailed Cat's illusion skill, Tonton, as one of the Failed Beasts, had no power to resist.
Seizing the opportunity while Tonton was trapped in the illusion, Li Qian sprang into action, using his psychic link to sense its emotions.
After a while, he opened his eyes and shook his head in resignation, "The feeling is still not enough."
The anger value this Tonton burst out with was still inadequate.
After some thought, he decided to give up on this Tonton. He opened the cultivation chamber's door and sent Pei Yuanyuan another message, "Send five more in. This time, we'll ensure success and eliminate all possible interference factors."
"Okay!" Pei Yuanyuan replied promptly upon receiving the message.
Moments later, five more Tonton were delivered.
Li Qian took a quick look at the newly arrived Tonton and, without wasting time, led them into the cultivation chamber.
"Six-Tailed, continue!" he commanded the Six-Tailed Cat once they were inside.
The Six-Tailed Cat, well-versed in the routine, unleashed the 'Ultimate Illusion Beam' again, but this time, all five Tonton were subjected to the skill, falling into the illusion together.
Thus, another ten minutes passed, and the cultivation chamber's door was opened once more.
This time, Pei Yuanyuan waited outside the cultivation chamber, and she responded immediately, "Change them again."
Li Qian spoke with a hint of indifference, "Not that I'm picky, but the conditions are just that harsh according to my understanding of evolution."
Only a small fraction of Tonton could meet these requirements.
"Still no good?" Pei Yuanyuan frowned and asked again.
Li Qian thought for a moment and provided an explanation, "These evolution materials aren't cheap. I don't want to waste them."
Upon hearing this, Pei Yuanyuan nodded slightly, recognizing Li Qian's actions as a responsible choice.
(End of Chapter)
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