Chapter 899: Blunt Stone
Chapter 899: Blunt Stone (Combined)
Half an hour later.
In the sky, more than five hundred meters away from the Beastmaster Center, Qiao Sang had Treasure Seeker teleport to the third floor of the Assessment Office to submit the mission. Then, he headed to the Residential Area and knocked on Teacher Mikara's door.
No one answered.
Just as Qiao Sang was about to knock again, a breeze slipped through the door crack, transforming into Qingbao's form.
"Qingqing."
Qingbao shook its head, indicating that no one was inside.
Qiao Sang was silent for two seconds. "When did you go in?"
"Qingqing."
Qingbao called out, indicating that it had entered as soon as it arrived. Last time, it waited for so long, so this time, it decided to go in first to save time.
"Xunxun~"
Treasure Seeker appeared, giving a thumbs-up and a look of admiration.
You’re so intelligent; it never occurred to me before.
Qingbao can enter unnoticed, and even when it appears, it’s a pleasant surprise. If you go in, you might scare someone to death… Qiao Sang glanced at Treasure Seeker, then took out his phone to call Teacher Mikara.
At that moment, footsteps approached from the front.
Qiao Sang looked up and saw it was Teacher Mikara. He put down his phone and said, "Teacher, I was just about to look for you."
Migala walked closer, her eyes flashing with a complex expression. "You've already completed your mission?"
Qiao Sang nodded. "I just submitted it. We can head to the next city now."
This speed is a bit too fast… Migala opened the door and said, "Come in first."
Qiao Sang walked into the room and asked casually, "Where are we going next?"
"Huitian City." Migala sat down on the sofa. "It's the closest city to Skyhigh City. From the Sky Passage, it takes only an hour to get there."
Why are you sitting down? Shouldn't we just grab our luggage and go… Qiao Sang inwardly complained but said politely, "If we leave now, we can still manage to finish the next mission by afternoon."
"There's no need to rush. We can leave a bit later", Migala said with a smile. "I have something to tell you."
"What is it?" Qiao Sang sat down.
Migala said, "I contacted Dean Theresa and reported your situation. She said you can choose any item from the Imperial Class Points Exchange."
Qiao Sang was taken aback, then straightened up and jumped up from the sofa, excited. "Really?!"
You can choose anything from the Points Exchange, even those items that cost a million credits, for free?!
"Of course", Migala nodded. "However, there is a condition."
Upon hearing there was a condition, Qiao Sang's excited mind immediately cooled down. He sat back down and asked, "What is it?"
"Qingbao's Physical Data", Migala said seriously. "Dean Theresa wants you to bring Qingbao back to the Imperial Beastmaster Academy to check its Physical Data at each stage of its evolution."
Hearing this, Qiao Sang let out a sigh of relief and immediately assured her, "That's no problem at all!"
It's just Physical Data. Fangy also gets checked by the Vice Principal at each stage of its evolution.
Suddenly, Qiao Sang thought of something and put on a troubled expression.
Migala noticed and asked, "Is there something you want to say?"
Qiao Sang organized his thoughts and said, "Checking the data is no issue, but I have a mission and need to participate in the Regional Tournament. I won't have time to go back to the Imperial Beastmaster Academy."
I thought it was something serious… Migala chuckled. "Then we can do the check when you return to the Imperial Beastmaster Academy."
Qiao Sang sighed. "My concern is that Qingbao will likely evolve before we get back to the Imperial Beastmaster Academy. It might even evolve to the Advanced stage by then. If that happens, the school won't be able to check Qingbao's data from the Junior and Intermediate stages. Would I still be able to choose an item?"
Migala: “......”
Honestly, this was a direction she had never even considered.
It was impossible for anyone to cultivate a familiar from the initial stage to Advanced in just a few months, especially for Beastmasters who wanted their familiars to undergo a perfect Evolution.
But if it was Qiao Sang, there was a real possibility.
After all, her previous familiars had all Evolved very quickly and were cultivated exceptionally well. Two of them even developed Epic Skills at the General-Class stage.
Migala remained silent for a few seconds, then lit up her mobile phone screen and called Dean Theresa. She repeated the situation that Qiao Sang was worried about.
Dean Theresa was silent for a few seconds before assuring her that the school would send someone to check and telling her not to worry. Then she hung up.
"Dean said the school will send someone to check", Migala said, putting down the phone.
She paused and added, "You can rest easy."
Qiao Sang felt relieved.
It wasn't because she was confident, but because Qingbao was already at the Mid-Stage Beginner level. Even if he just ate some energy food every day, he would Evolve quickly. Once Teacher Flauda’s Energy Pills arrived, it would happen even faster.
Then she thought of something and asked:
"Teacher, what kind of mobile phone is that? I can't hear the conversation, and I want to buy one too."
In a place where familiars and Beastmasters were everywhere, a moment's carelessness could expose one's privacy. She really needed such a mobile phone.
"It's a mobile phone researched and produced by the Mechanical Academy, available only within the Imperial Beastmaster Academy", Migala said. "You can exchange credits for it at the school's credit counter."
No wonder, even with her multiple replenishments and 50% brain domain hearing, she couldn't hear anything. It was a product of the Imperial Beastmaster Academy's Mechanical Academy... Qiao Sang nodded and said:
"I understand."
"Would you like to have dinner before you leave?" Migala asked.
"No need", Qiao Sang said casually. "I'll buy something to eat on the way."
"Then let's go." Migala stood up and picked up her luggage.
...
High in the sky.
On the way to the Sky Passage.
Qiao Sang sat on Fangy's back, holding her mobile phone and logging into the Imperial Beastmaster Academy’s website. She used 30 credits to exchange for a mobile phone, providing the location as the Beastmaster Center in Huitian City.
Qingbao was practicing Enchantment with Treasure Seeker nearby.
"Qingqing~"
One eye blinked, and Bewitching Glance was cast.
A Pink Heart hit Treasure Seeker.
Treasure Seeker blinked, showing no reaction.
Qingbao's smile faded slightly, and she cast Bewitching Glance again.
The Pink Heart hit successfully.
Treasure Seeker still showed no reaction.
Qingbao: "..."
Qingbao's expression became more serious. She patted the Cloud Steps beneath her, floated up, turned a circle, and with a sweet smile, cast Bewitching Glance at Treasure Seeker.
"Qingqing~"
A Pink Heart, larger than the previous two, hit for the third time.
This time, Treasure Seeker lifted a claw and used a short toe to pick its nose.
"Qingqing..."
Qingbao fell from above, her claws resting on Fangy's back, her head hanging low, looking deeply disappointed.
Qiao Sang put down her mobile phone, turned to see the scene, and asked, puzzled:
"What's wrong?"
It was the first time she had seen Qingbao like this.
"Xunxun~"
Treasure Seeker waved its claws.
Perhaps Fifth One felt that Enchantment was useless and was feeling dejected.
So that's it... Qiao Sang looked at Qingbao and comforted her:
"Treasure Seeker is three levels higher than you, and you've practiced several times. It's normal for it to develop resistance to Enchantment. It's not that your Enchantment is ineffective."
"Qingqing……"
Qingbao's head remained lowered.
It's not working on it, so Enchantment must be ineffective.
Qiao Sang: "……"
Qiao Sang added, "What I mean is, except for Treasure Seeker, your Enchantment is still very effective."
"Qingqing?"
Qingbao finally lifted its head, showing a "really?" expression.
Qiao Sang paused, then added, "The higher the target's Level compared to yours, the less effective the Enchantment. But it will definitely succeed on a same-level opponent of the opposite gender."
After spending some time together, she realized that Qingbao was very intelligent, not as easily fooled as Fangy, and had a good memory. Otherwise, it wouldn't have directly used Wind Transformation to enter the room to check if anyone was there. Communication had to be precise.
"Qingqing."
Qingbao floated up again, showing a "I understand" expression.
……
Huitian City.
The aerial trade market in Hollow Plains ranks first, gathering almost all items needed by Flying Beasts.
Many Beastmasters from other regions and states come here specifically to find Artifacts for their Flying Beasts.
As Qiao Sang stepped out of the Sky Passage, she saw dense Cloud Steps crisscrossing the sky, each lined with stalls. People and various Flying Beasts were everywhere.
"Qingqing?"
After summoning Fangy and the others, Qingbao's curious voice sounded.
Qiao Sang explained, "Those are stalls, where they sell things. If you like something, feel free to look around."
Thinking of something, she turned to Steel Treasure and said, "Steel Treasure, you should also take a look. They sell items related to Flying Beasts, so you might find something you like."
If they knew Steel Treasure's next evolution path, they could have a proper look and find the necessary Artifacts and materials. Unfortunately, it was completely unknown, so they could only browse casually.
"Steel Blade."
Steel Treasure looked at the bustling sky ahead, showing interest, and nodded.
It flapped its wings and flew forward.
A gentle breeze followed.
"Xunxun!"
Treasure Seeker appeared and called out.
Wait for it!
It wants to buy things too!
Qiao Sang walked behind, carrying Fangy.
"Didn't you say we should take advantage of the time and go on a mission this afternoon?" Migala asked beside her.
Qiao Sang picked up her mobile phone, glanced at the time, and said, "No rush, we still have time."
She looked at Treasure Seeker and Steel Treasure, who were enthusiastically browsing, and smiled, "Even if we run out of time, we can always go tomorrow."
You weren't this relaxed when you were urging me earlier… Migala couldn't help but think.
As they walked, Qiao Sang suddenly remembered something and asked, "Lulu, do you want to come out and look around?"
"Ice Emperor."
Lulu extended its claws, opened the zipper of the backpack, and poked its head out.
It glanced at the people passing by, then pulled its head back into the backpack and called out.
No, thanks.
Qiao Sang didn't insist and continued following Steel Treasure and the others.
Huitian City attracted many tourists from outside Hollow Plains, and everyone was focused on selecting the items they needed. No one paid much attention to them.
Qiao Sang walked with ease.
Steel Treasure flew past each stall, usually just glancing at the items before moving on.
Treasure Seeker, on the other hand, was excitedly calling "Xunxun!" and "Xunxun!" all the way, wanting to buy this and that.
Before long, Qiao Sang had several bags in her hands, and Fangy was helping by carrying one in its mouth.
These items weren't expensive for her current situation.
Although Treasure Seeker's shopping spree was just for fun and the items were of no use to it, they could be saved for Steel Treasure, so it wasn't a waste.
Suddenly, Steel Treasure stopped in front of a stall.
Qiao Sang walked over, looked at the items displayed, and asked:
"Do you have anything in particular that you like?"
The vendor immediately understood that the customer in front of him wanted to buy something that their familiar liked. He said,
"Your familiar has a good eye. Judging by its appearance, it seems to be a defensive type. I have quite a few items here that can increase a flying beast's defensive strength, like this green..."
"Steel Blade."
Before he could finish, Steel Treasure pointed to a massive, deep gray material that looked like a stone.
Seeing this, the vendor immediately began to describe it,
"This material is extraordinary. I specially carried it from the Lianke Region. It's incredibly hard; even familiars that can slice through steel can't cut through this stone. It's perfect for your familiar to train skills like Air Blades, or you could have an artificer craft defensive artifacts from it."
"Steel Blade."
Steel Treasure called out, indicating that it wanted to buy this stone to eat.
Buy it to eat? Now that he thought about it, it was probably time to buy more ore for Steel Treasure to eat... Qiao Sang asked,
"How much?"
The vendor's eyes lit up, "100,000 Union Coins."
At this moment, Migala spoke up,
"This is called Blunt Stone. It's incredibly heavy and not suitable for making defensive artifacts to wear."
The vendor realized he was dealing with an expert and quickly changed his tune,
"Alright, I'll give you a 20% discount."
Migala didn't say anything more.
Qiao Sang leaned over and whispered, "Teacher, can I borrow your Beastmaster Emblem for a moment?"
Migala glanced at her, then took out the Beastmaster Emblem and handed it over.
Qiao Sang took the Beastmaster Emblem, tossing it up and down casually as she asked,
"Can you give us a better price?"
The golden Beastmaster Emblem was something almost all Beastmasters aspired to.
When the vendor saw the color of the Beastmaster Emblem, his legs turned to jelly, "Ten percent, how about ten percent?"
Well, that was a bit too effective... Qiao Sang, feeling a twinge of conscience, put away the golden Beastmaster Emblem and said,
"No need, you should still make a profit."
"I'm already making a profit. I bought this for 700 Union Coins initially!" the vendor quickly added.
Qiao Sang: "..."
Migala: "..."
A breeze blew by.
Qingbao wore an expression that said, "So that's how it's done."
...
After finishing their tour of the aerial market and on their way to the Beastmaster Center, Migala said with a complex expression,
"That Blunt Stone, although not suitable for making defensive artifacts, can be ground into powder and used to create potions. When applied to a familiar, it can grant temporary invincibility. In Eagaria, it would cost at least a million Union Coins."
Ah? Steel Treasure got a good deal? Qiao Sang was taken aback and asked,
"What happens if it's eaten directly?"
Migala understood what she meant and said straightforwardly, "It can enhance a familiar's defense. If used just before a familiar evolves, it can increase the chances of awakening defensive skills. However, your Steel Sword Falcon can't eat it with its teeth."
She paused and added, "But if it reaches the Royal Tier and learns a Master-level Biting Skill, it might be able to try."
That's so useful! Unfortunately, Steel Treasure doesn't have any Biting Skills, and reaching the Royal Tier is still a long way off... Qiao Sang suddenly had an idea and asked eagerly, "What if it's ground into powder and consumed? Would the effect be the same?"
"Some of the energy contained within it will definitely be lost", Migala said.
Should she spend time teaching Steel Treasure a Biting Skill... Qiao Sang pondered for a moment.
"Steel Blade."
At that moment, Steel Treasure's voice echoed in her mind.
It wants to learn.
Qiao Sang's expression changed, and she looked at Steel Treasure in disbelief, her eyes saying, "Do you know what I'm thinking all the time?"
Steel Treasure looked back at her, its eyes saying, "Occasionally."
Qiao Sang: "!!!" (End of Chapter)
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