Chapter 840: First Arrival at Imperial Beastmaster Academy
Chapter 840: First Arrival at Imperial Beastmaster Academy (Combined)
Qiao Sang recalled the fox familiar she had just seen, indeed noticing a black collar around its neck.
"Pretty good, it allows wild familiars to live in human society", Qiao Sang said, gathering her thoughts.
In comparison, the wild familiars in Supernest had a much harder time.
The Upper Ten Districts had strict control, and wild familiars were hardly allowed to move around freely.
The Middle Ten Districts were less strict, but wild familiars were often complained about wherever they went, as no one wanted to see them in their living areas.
Wild familiars in the Lower Ten Districts were the most free, occasionally trading with humans, but their numbers were too large, and most of them still lived without a place to stay or food to eat.
However, it was understandable. Wild familiars in Eagaria were relatively fewer and easier to manage.
Ye Xiangting took a sip of her drink and said, "Many wild familiars come out of the Mystic Rift without being tamed or collared, hiding somewhere and possibly attacking people at any time. You should be careful."
Qiao Sang nodded. "I know."
She wasn't too worried, as the only familiars that could threaten her now were Royal Tier and above. Such high-level wild familiars coming out of the Mystic Rift without a miniaturization band would cause a huge commotion with their massive size, making it impossible for them to attack without warning. She just needed to have Treasure Seeker scout ahead.
At that moment, the news channel on the restaurant's holographic screen reported:
"Next, at 7:06 AM today, a Space Rift appeared above the Maofei Tower, from which seven familiars emerged. Six of the familiars have been subdued, but one King-level Cloak Totem escaped and attacked several pedestrians, disappearing without a trace."
"According to the victims, the Cloak Totem stole their familiar's miniaturization band."
"The Security Bureau has stated that this Cloak Totem is highly intelligent, recognizing the function and operation of the miniaturization band after just one glance in battle..."
The holographic screen switched to a young man in uniform, who spoke solemnly to the camera:
"This Cloak Totem is very intelligent. Now that it has stolen a miniaturization band, it has likely shrunk in size and blended into society. Everyone should be extra cautious. If you see any suspicious familiars, please contact us immediately..."
A wild familiar that could use a miniaturization band and had such high intelligence was a rare occurrence. Qiao Sang couldn't help but feel a sense of alarm, reminiscent of Steel Treasure, who had once stolen another familiar's ID bracelet. She pulled out her mobile phone and searched for information on "Cloak Totem."
Soon, the relevant information appeared on the screen:
[Cloak Totem, Psychic Type King-level familiar. It can use telepathy to communicate with its target and has the ability to transform. When carrying an item, it can transform into the appearance of the item's owner based on the residual aura left on it.]
With a miniaturization band and the ability to transform... Qiao Sang felt a growing sense of unease.
As she pondered, the voices of people around her drifted into her ears:
"Which Maofei Tower?"
"A friend just mentioned it. It's in Jasa City, not related to us."
"That's a shame. I was hoping to see the Cloak Totem."
"Is the news over already? They didn't even mention the reward for providing information."
"Why don't you call the Security Bureau and ask?"
It turned out to be in Gasa City... Qiao Sang felt relieved and regained her appetite, picking up her knife and fork to start cutting the meat.
...
9:20 PM.
Bosai Manor 101.
Baubot, wearing an apron, was briskly washing dishes in the kitchen.
Qiao Sang, sitting on the sofa, glanced toward the kitchen and remarked, "No wonder so many people want to bond with Baubot. Having it around really does make things a lot easier."
Ye Xiangting, watching TV, casually said, "How about I leave it here to take care of you?"
Baubot, who was busy in the kitchen, froze. Memories of the consecutive days of being hit, the Steel Treasure that could see through beast hearts, and the young baoservant it was looking for, flashed through its mind.
"Baobao!"
After these images flashed by, Baubot instantly teleported over, tightly hugging Ye Xiangting's leg and let out a pitiful cry.
It didn't want to stay here!
Ye Xiangting was taken aback and quickly comforted it, "If you don't want to stay, you don't have to. I was just suggesting it."
"Baobao..."
Baubot let out a sigh of relief, got up, and returned to the kitchen to continue washing dishes.
Qiao Sang raised an eyebrow and smiled, "Mom, I didn't expect Baubot to have such a deep bond with you already."
Ye Xiangting smiled, "Maybe it's because I just bonded with it and it still feels a bit insecure."
After saying this, she thought of something and asked, "When are you going to register for school?"
Qiao Sang thought for a moment and replied, "I'll go tomorrow and take a look around while I'm at it."
...
The next morning.
Qiao Sang got out of bed and walked into the bathroom to freshen up.
As she picked up her toothbrush, she saw Treasure Seeker floating in listlessly.
"What's wrong, so lacking in energy?" Qiao Sang asked.
"Xunxun..."
Treasure Seeker let out a long sigh.
Fangy was just too ruthless. It didn't want to continue the battle training with Fangy anymore.
Qiao Sang looked at it, "Don't you want to be a leader?"
At this, Treasure Seeker was startled and quickly teleported to the bedroom next door to check if Fangy was still sleeping. Seeing that Fangy was still asleep, it breathed a sigh of relief and teleported back, quietly calling out, "Xunxun..."
It actually wasn't that eager to be a leader anymore.
Qiao Sang: "..."
You really can't stick to anything...
"Have you noticed that your oppressive aura has been improving?" Qiao Sang tried to persuade it with tangible benefits.
"Xunxun..."
Treasure Seeker shook its head.
It hadn't noticed.
Qiao Sang fell silent for a moment.
True, Treasure Seeker had spent most of its time on the starship and, since returning, had mostly been with Fangy and the others. It hadn't had much contact with other familiars or used its oppressive aura, so it naturally hadn't realized its own progress.
Looks like I'll have to use another approach...
While brushing her teeth, she communicated with Steel Treasure in her mind:
[Come help out, reignite Treasure Seeker's desire to be a leader.]
[Steel Slash.] Steel Treasure responded.
"Steel Slash?"
A few seconds later, Steel Treasure flew into the bathroom, looked at Treasure Seeker, and called out, asking if the leader could help it with something.
Leader?
"Xunxun!"
Treasure Seeker perked up, thumping its chest and saying it would do whatever was needed.
Steel Treasure didn't say anything directly but flapped its wings and turned to leave.
Treasure Seeker eagerly followed Steel Treasure out of the bathroom.
Qiao Sang: "..."
...
Two hours later.
Qiao Sang and her mother set off for the Imperial Beastmaster Academy.
Along the way, they saw many expensive familiars, some of which weren't even available for sale on the market.
Passersby glanced curiously at Fangy and Steel Treasure but didn't pay too much attention.
The Imperial Beastmaster Academy had been built here for a long time, and the surrounding area was already inhabited by highly educated people.
Soon, Qiao Sang saw a massive island.
The Imperial Beastmaster Academy, situated on an island, covers the entire area, even surpassing the size of some State cities. It is undoubtedly the largest Top Academy on Blue Star.
This is the Imperial Beastmaster Academy... Qiao Sang took out his mobile phone and snapped a photo of the island, which seemed to have no end.
"Ice Ai..."
Lulu jumped from the backpack onto Qiao Sang's head, gazing at the surrounding sea and couldn't help but flick her tail.
"Would we be stuck here without a Flying-type familiar or a Water Elemental Familiar?" Qiao Sang put down his mobile phone and asked.
"See those Water Elemental Familiars docked at the shore?" Ye Xiangting pointed to about a dozen Water Elemental Familiars of various forms: "Those are specially arranged by the Imperial Beastmaster Academy to ferry students over."
Qiao Sang fell silent for a moment. "Are they free?"
Ye Xiangting nodded. "Yes, they're free. If you're not a student, they won't take you even if you offer money."
Qiao Sang looked at his mother. "Mom, have you been here before?"
Not only have I been here, but I was even turned away by those Water Elemental Familiars when I tried to go in... Ye Xiangting smiled slightly. "Not just once. Since you're going to attend this school, I naturally had to do some research beforehand."
Qiao Sang was touched, thinking she was reliable.
Ye Xiangting walked over to an operation panel by the shore.
Before she could say anything, Qiao Sang understood and took out his ID card to place it on the scanner.
As soon as the ID card was placed, a holographic image appeared above the panel, condensing into the face of a Mechanical Familiar.
Its green eyes scanned Qiao Sang from top to bottom before it spoke. "Approved."
The holographic image then vanished.
"Xunxun."
One of the Water Elemental Familiars, which had been stationary by the shore, slowly swam over and called out.
Ye Xiangting's eyes lit up, and she took out her mobile phone to snap a photo of the Water Elemental Familiar. She then eagerly pulled Qiao Sang onto it.
The sea breeze was refreshing, and the scenery was beautiful.
Before long, the Water Elemental Familiar reached the island and stopped by the shore.
The entrance to the Imperial Beastmaster Academy was flanked by two towering white towers, each adorned with the school's emblem. Statues of the founder and their ace familiar stood on either side of the gate, giving it a sense of historical significance.
"Quick, let's take a photo." Ye Xiangting hopped off the Water Elemental Familiar and quickly struck a pose.
Qiao Sang handed his mobile phone to Treasure Seeker and added, "Use your Psychic Power to take the photo, and make sure to get the Imperial Beastmaster Academy's gate in the shot."
With that, he hugged Fangy and stood next to his mother, mimicking her pose.
Lulu remained on his head.
Steel Treasure flapped its wings nearby.
"Xunxun~"
Treasure Seeker, positioned above, its eyes glowing blue, controlled the mobile phone to rise high into the air and clicked a photo.
As the flash went off, it placed its claws on either side of its face, making a silly face.
A minute later, Qiao Sang saw the photo his mother had uploaded to social media.
"The Imperial Beastmaster Academy is really huge..." Ye Xiangting continued to take photos of the surrounding buildings, marveling aloud.
Qiao Sang put away his mobile phone, about to speak.
Suddenly, a small rift appeared in the air ahead, gradually expanding. A familiar head, covered in spikes, emerged from the gap.
Mystic Rift?!
Qiao Sang's heart skipped a beat, and she instinctively stepped in front of her mother.
"Fang!"
Fangy jumped down from the Beastmaster's arms and bared her teeth at the spike-covered head of the familiar.
"Bang!"
A burst of flame flashed, and a familiar's legs, engulfed in condensed flame, kicked the spiky-headed familiar back.
Then, a voice shouted:
"There's a Mystic Rift!"
Almost instantly, a crowd gathered around.
Various Star Arrays lit up, and different familiars appeared within them.
The crowd watched the Mystic Rift with excitement, not a hint of fear in their eyes.
Unfortunately, the Mystic Rift quickly closed.
The crowd sighed in unison, exchanged a few words with each other, and then dispersed.
Qiao Sang watched in amazement, stopping a girl who was about to leave. "Are Mystic Rifts common in the school?"
The girl looked puzzled. "Freshman?"
Qiao Sang nodded.
"Our school is built in an area with a high frequency of Mystic Rifts in Eagaria." The girl waved her hand. "There's no way around it; the greater the power, the greater the responsibility."
She added, "Don't be afraid, Junior. When a Mystic Rift appears on campus, it's usually predicted in advance, and we're notified. For larger Rifts, specialists are sent to manage them. Smaller Rifts can be ignored; the familiars that come out are usually weak and can be handled by the senior students."
Qiao Sang's expression was complex. "Do Mystic Rifts appear very frequently?"<|im_end|>
The girl thought for a moment. "Not too often, maybe a dozen times a day. Encountering one is actually quite lucky. After all, it's the fastest way to earn credits."
The Imperial Beastmaster Academy has a credit system... Qiao Sang said, "Thank you, Senior."
"No need to thank me." The girl turned to leave, muttering, "You've been here for a semester and don't even know this."
Qiao Sang: "..."
"Having the most Mystic Rifts in the school is too dangerous", Ye Xiangting said worriedly as she approached.
"Don't worry, it's fine." Qiao Sang reassured her. "The Senior said that when a Mystic Rift appears, we're notified in advance. Besides, the students here don't seem afraid of wild familiars. The one that just came out was dealt with immediately."
Ye Xiangting was silent for a moment. "You're right. This is the Imperial Beastmaster Academy, after all. They can't let students face danger on campus."
Despite her words, she lost her enthusiasm for taking photos.
Qiao Sang went to the relevant office to verify her information and complete the registration.
The person in charge of registration was a middle-aged man with short red hair.
After reviewing the documents, he looked up and stared intently at Qiao Sang.
"You're Qiao Sang?"
Qiao Sang was taken aback. "Teacher, do you know me?"
"Of course." The middle-aged man smiled. "The students might not know, but all the teachers at the Beastmaster Academy do. After all, you're the first freshman to be selected for the Imperial Class."
"Imperial Class?" Ye Xiangting, noticing the teacher's special treatment of her daughter, perked up and looked at the teacher.
Her eyes seemed to say: Tell me more.
"This is?" the middle-aged man asked.
"My mother", Qiao Sang explained.
"Ah, Qiao Sang's mother." The middle-aged man smiled. "You're so young. I'd love to know how you raised such a prodigy like Qiao Sang."
Ye Xiangting beamed.
(End of Chapter)
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