Chapter 764: Companion Beauty Salon
Chapter 764: Companion Beauty Salon (Combined)
"Let's congratulate contestant Qiao Sang on successfully advancing to the Semi-finals!" The host's enthusiastic voice echoed across the venue.
A thunderous applause erupted, the buzz of conversation rising to a cacophony.
"I knew from the start that Qiao Sang would win!"
"Iceapura has the Advanced Skill Frost Haven, and Flame Kiru has the Mastery-Level Meteoric Fire Rain. With just these two familiars, it’s a sure bet they’ll make it to the finals. Don’t forget, Iceapura also has the Advanced Skill Healing Light."
"From what I saw, Qiao Sang hardly used any Advanced Skills. Frost Haven was only used once, and Healing Light was only used at the end of the match."
"Advanced Skills are still too energy-intensive for Champion-level familiars."
"To be honest, even without Iceapura, I think Flame Kiru alone could have made it to the Semi-finals. Look at it, it just used so many Skills in battle and still looks full of energy, ready for another round."
"The Mastery-Level Meteoric Fire Rain is just too powerful… By the way, which brand is Flame Dancer’s Artifact Helmet? I need to know to avoid it."
...
Twenty minutes later.
High above the open-air familiar arena.
"Is there anything you want to ask about today’s matches?" Birit asked as usual.
Qiao Sang thought for a moment and asked, "What was the move Frost Fighter Duck used to emerge from the ground and attack Lulu?"
Birit replied, "That was a Combination Technique of Bodybuilding, Water Spray, and Spinning Kick."
No wonder it was so powerful... Qiao Sang realized with a nod.
Bodybuilding is a combat-type Mid-tier Skill that tenses the muscles to boost attack and defense.
Spinning Kick is a combat-type Mid-tier Skill where the body spins rapidly while kicking the opponent, sometimes causing them to flinch.
Combined with Water Spray, the power of these two Skills is more than just doubled.
Good thing I had Lulu use Aurora Curtain at that moment...
Just as Qiao Sang was feeling relieved, Birit asked another question:
"Have you decided which attack Skills to train Ghost Ring King next?"
Qiao Sang didn’t hide his thoughts. "Dark Shadow, Ghost Flame, and Oppressive Aura. I think combining these three should be quite powerful."
Birit laughed. "It’s a good idea, but Oppressive Aura is just a Trait. Generally, it’s hard to improve a familiar’s Traits. Most familiars have a fixed Trait level from birth. I don’t think your Ghost Ring King usually gives off that oppressive feeling, so its Oppressive Aura level must not be very high."
The invisible Treasure Seeker was not pleased with this comment.
It revealed itself, frowning and staring intensely at the human who had criticized its Oppressive Aura.
"Xun..."
Oppression...
Birit looked at the suddenly appearing Ghost Ring King, paused, and then laughed. "I was just speaking the truth, and you’re not happy about it?"
"Xunxun..."
The Treasure Seeker’s expression fell, its mouth drooping as it vanished once more.
How embarrassing, this human didn’t even feel its Oppressive Aura...
Qiao Sang’s lips twitched, then he pretended nothing had happened and asked, "Is there any way to quickly strengthen Oppressive Aura?"
Birit nodded slightly. "There is."
Qiao Sang’s eyes lit up. "What is it?"
Birit smiled. "Make it the leader."
"Xunxun!"
Treasure Seeker appeared with an excited expression, calling out to indicate that it was time to discuss the matter.
Qiao Sang: "……"
Birit continued, "Generally, the Oppressive Aura trait is found in the kings of the same race. Research has shown that the more a familiar with Oppressive Aura leads a group, the higher the level of their Oppressive Aura will be."
Qiao Sang fell into deep thought.
He only had a few familiars around, and with Fangy and Lulu's personalities, they would never let Treasure Seeker be the leader. Steel Treasure might pretend to be the leader, but it wouldn't be genuine...
Could he let Treasure Seeker roam free and find some wild familiars to be its little brothers?
"Xunxun……"
Treasure Seeker also wore a thoughtful expression.
...
9:20 PM.
At the villa.
Qiao Sang summoned Steel Treasure, then returned to his room to contact the Beastmaster of the Body-Forge Worm, waiting for the Body-Forge Worm to arrive.
In the living room.
Treasure Seeker's eyes scanned Fangy, Lulu, and Steel Treasure, finally settling on Fangy's back.
"Xunxun~"
Treasure Seeker took off its Ring, pulled out the Diamond Gauntlet it once adored, and floated in front of Fangy. It clenched its claws into a fist, placed it in front of its mouth, and coughed twice, indicating it wanted to discuss something.
"Ya?"
Fangy, who was about to head to the outdoor training ground, stopped and looked puzzled.
What's up?
"Xunxun~"
"Xunxun~"
Treasure Seeker lowered its voice and leaned close to Fangy's ear, whispering its thoughts.
Could you let it be the leader in the future? If you do, this Diamond Gauntlet is yours.
As it spoke, Treasure Seeker placed the Diamond Gauntlet in front of Fangy, looking pained.
"Ya Ya!"
Fangy's eyes instantly turned sharp.
It jumped back, creating distance from Treasure Seeker and wore a serious expression.
You can be the leader if you can beat me!
"Xunxun!"
Treasure Seeker was startled and quickly waved its claws frantically.
No, no! It doesn't want to be the leader!
"Ya!"
Fangy glanced at Treasure Seeker, as if warning it, then walked towards the outdoor training ground.
"Xunxun……"
Treasure Seeker watched Big Brother Yabao's back and sighed deeply.
Then, it thought of something and floated towards the indoor pool.
Lulu had already started training there.
"Xunxun……"
As soon as Treasure Seeker entered, it felt a bone-chilling cold and shivered.
"Ice Ai?"
Lulu heard the noise, turned to look at Treasure Seeker, and wore an expression that asked, "What's up?"
The next second, Treasure Seeker no longer felt the cold.
"Xunxun~"
Treasure Seeker's energy returned, and it floated to Lulu, calling out sweetly and asking if it could be recognized as the leader in the future.
Before it could show the Diamond Gauntlet, the bone-chilling cold returned.
"Xunxun……"
Treasure Seeker, seeing Lulu's expressionless face, instantly cowered and called out, indicating that it had never been there.
With that, it disappeared from the indoor pool.
"Xunxun……"
In the living room, Treasure Seeker wore an exhausted expression.
It's so hard to cultivate Oppressive Aura...
At that moment, Steel Treasure passed by.
"Xunxun!"
Treasure Seeker's eyes lit up, teleported next to Steel Treasure, and shook the Diamond Gauntlet in its claws, calling out and offering to recognize it as the big brother in exchange for the gauntlet.
"Steel Slash."
Steel Treasure remained silent for a moment, then called out, indicating it had no interest.
Saying that, he was about to leave.
“Xunxun?”
Treasure Seeker hurriedly called out, puzzled.
It was one thing for Big Brother Yabao and Lulu, but it was shocking that even Fourth One couldn't be persuaded!
“Steel Slash?”
Steel Treasure stopped and turned to look at Treasure Seeker, his expression filled with confusion.
Why do you suddenly want to be the Big Brother?
“Xunxun…”
Because it seems really fun… Treasure Seeker didn't tell the truth but instead wore an expression that said, "I have no choice."
Then, it explained that to practice the Oppressive Aura, it needed to be the leader.
“Steel Slash.”
Steel Treasure understood and called out calmly, indicating that if you want to master this move, having just one Little Brother won't help. You should go out more and recruit more Little Brothers.
“Xunxun…”
Treasure Seeker sighed.
Our Beastmaster won't agree to it.
“Steel Slash.”
Steel Treasure remained calm.
How do you know she won't agree if you don't ask?
“Xunxun…”
Treasure Seeker was taken aback.
…
At 11:30 PM.
The Body-Forge Worm slowly crawled out of the room.
Qiao Sang, drenched in sweat, sat up from the bed and prepared to go to the bathroom for a shower.
“Xunxun~”
Suddenly, Treasure Seeker floated into the room, fidgeting.
Qiao Sang glanced at it. “Speak your mind.”
“Xunxun!”
“Xunxun!”
Treasure Seeker looked determined, indicating it was ready to practice the Oppressive Aura!
Qiao Sang felt a wave of relief. “Then practice well.”
“Xunxun~”
Treasure Seeker fidgeted again.
But to practice the Oppressive Aura, it needed to be the leader, and it currently had no Little Brothers.
Qiao Sang hesitated. “You’re not thinking of asking Fangy and the others, are you?”
“Xunxun!”
Before she could finish, Treasure Seeker quickly shook its head, indicating it absolutely had no such intention!
Qiao Sang breathed a sigh of relief. “Then how do you plan to practice?”
“Xunxun!”
Treasure Seeker became serious.
It planned to go out at night to recruit Little Brothers!
After saying this, Treasure Seeker sneaked a glance at Qiao Sang's reaction.
In its view, leaving its Beastmaster to act alone was a big deal, and it was normal for its Beastmaster to disagree.
After a brief two-second silence, Qiao Sang nodded. “Alright.”
“Xunxun!”
Treasure Seeker's eyes lit up, and it excitedly spun around in place.
“However, I have some conditions,” Qiao Sang added.
“Xunxun!”
Treasure Seeker looked at its Beastmaster, calling out and wearing an expression that said, "Just name the conditions."
“First, you can't go beyond my sensing range,” Qiao Sang said. “Second, you must be back by 6 AM. Third, you need to practice your skills for two hours before going out at night.”
She had already considered this.
If Treasure Seeker wanted to improve its Oppressive Aura, it indeed needed to recruit Little Brothers and practice Dominant Aura. Besides, Treasure Seeker spent most of its nights playing on the mobile phone and computer, so it was good that it was now interested in practicing the Oppressive Aura. Going out more would be beneficial.
She was still hesitant, as Treasure Seeker had never left her side since birth.
But since Treasure Seeker had brought it up, she wouldn't hold it back.
“Xunxun!”
Treasure Seeker nodded enthusiastically, indicating it had no problem with the conditions!
After resolving Treasure Seeker's issue, Qiao Sang went to the bathroom for a quick wash.
Just as she stepped out of the bathroom, her mobile phone on the table vibrated.
Qiao Sang walked over and opened the phone, seeing a message from Wen Xiao:
【The Familiar Spa is all set up! It will officially open tomorrow. Find a chance to come over!】
【(Location)】
Qiao Sang opened the location.
【Kulgar Street 221】
……
The next day.
12:00 PM.
After sending Lamar a text message saying she had something to do at noon and would pause their training, Qiao Sang sat on Fangy and opened the location Wen Xiao had sent her yesterday. She then directed Fangy to fly in the air.
As soon as they left the Yulinton University grounds, she felt several Flying-type Companions following behind.
"Ya Ya?"
Fangy, despite not turning back, also sensed someone following. It called out, asking if they should shake them off.
"No need", Qiao Sang said. "They're probably just Paparazzi and Reporters. They just want to take some photos and report on our movements."
Take photos?
Fangy's spirits lifted, and it flapped its Flame Wings harder, lifting its head proudly as it flew.
About ten minutes later.
Fangy stopped in front of a place called Familiar Serene Beauty Salon.
Qiao Sang dismounted.
Fangy slowly shrank and jumped into her Beastmaster's arms.
Wen Xiao, who had been waiting at the entrance, eagerly welcomed her. "You're finally here! Come in, I've arranged a top-tier Companion Beauty Salonist for you!"
"Top-tier Companion Beauty Salonist?" Qiao Sang said, deliberately walking slower to allow more Paparazzi to catch up.
"Yes", Wen Xiao also noticed the numerous Flying-type Companions circling in the sky and slowed down. "He's done beauty treatments for many famous Coordinator familiars."
By the time the two of them slowly made their way into the beauty salon, at least twenty Flying-type Companions were circling in the sky.
If you looked closely, you could see many people holding cameras, taking photos of the scene below.
One of the men on a Flying-type Companion held a familiar that looked like a camera, aiming it downward and pressing a button. A photo showing the inside of the beauty salon instantly emerged from the familiar's mouth.
……
Familiar Serene Spa.
Fangy, Treasure Seeker, Lulu, and Steel Treasure lay on four beauty beds, each with a Companion Beauty Salonist massaging them.
"Ya Fangy"
"Xunxun..."
"Ice Ai..."
"Steel Slash..."
Fangy and the others all looked extremely comfortable, even the usually aloof Lulu.
Qiao Sang sat nearby, practicing her seals.
The Semi-finals were happening tonight, and any increase in hand speed would help.
"What kind of feeling do you want to have after the Companion Beauty Treatment?" a blonde, blue-eyed man in fashionable clothing asked.
He kept his eyes on his work, not showing any surprise at Qiao Sang's constant sealing.
"He's a top-tier Companion Beauty Salonist. You can tell him what kind of look you want for your familiars", Wen Xiao said.
She didn't ask why Qiao Sang was practicing seals. To her, Qiao Sang was far from normal, and nothing she did was surprising.
Qiao Sang thought for a moment and said, "Whatever, as long as they keep their original style."
The man looked at the four familiars he had never treated before, feeling a surge of excitement. He replied earnestly, "I understand."
The black-haired girl in front of him had been making headlines every night at the Beastmaster Star Tournament. He knew exactly who she was.
The thought of his work being featured in major media tonight made his heart race.
After nearly two hours, Qiao Sang maintained a polite smile as she walked out of the Companion Beauty Salon, holding Fangy, whose fur was exceptionally soft but whose head fur stood up like a rocket.
【I can't believe Fangy has been at the top of the monthly vote for so long. I thought I'd be surpassed today! What do I do? I see the hope of being first in the monthly vote!!! So exciting!!!】
【End of Chapter】(End of Chapter)
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