Genius Beast Taming: Starting from Awakening an S-Rank Talent

"grumble!"

"roar!"

"Waaah..."

A series of sharp or powerful hisses and roars echoed from all over the mountains.

As Zhou Heng looked around, numerous extraordinary creatures that had reached the fourth rank or above rose into the air from their respective territories. They were all different in shape, some with thick scales and armor, and others with wings that covered the sky.

At this moment, however, they all shared the same goal, like moths drawn to a flame, frantically flying towards the area where the green beam of light was located.

This group also included many hunting teams composed of human beast tamers.

A few teams had powerful lineups, with the leading beast tamer standing on a beast that had also reached the fourth rank, clearly a fourth-rank grandmaster beast tamer.

But more often, there were small teams led by third-tier elite beast tamers.

Riding on all sorts of flying beasts, their faces filled with fervor, they rushed headlong toward the source of the green pillar of light.

They feared that if they were even a step too slow, the so-called treasure would be completely divided up by others.

Zhou Heng silently surveyed the scene, his eyes calm and unwavering.

He knew in his heart that these people were destined for a perilous journey.

Since the green beam of light was a trap set by two peak sixth-tier extraordinary beings, their elaborate scheme to attract so many beast tamers and extraordinary beings was definitely not a feint; there must be some ulterior motive behind it.

Unfortunately, people die for wealth, and birds die for food.

Perhaps some people have considered the risks involved, but they don't have Zhou Heng's good family background and can't let go of any opportunity to acquire resources, otherwise they will fall behind.

Zhou Heng watched as the group, knowing full well the dangers, still ventured into the tiger's den, without the slightest intention of stopping them.

The Xuanxiao Mountains are vast and boundless, and how many people are blinded by greed?

He could save one or two, but not everyone.

Rushing to stop them might only make them seem like enemies to the beast tamers who have lost their minds.

Moreover, everyone has their own aspirations, and we cannot force them to have them.

Therefore, Zhou Heng chose to stay out of it this time.

However, not everyone was blinded by the so-called treasure.

A few hunting teams were noticeably more cautious. After observing the situation, they decisively gave up and chose to turn around and quickly retreat towards the outer edge of the Xuanxiao Mountains on their mounts.

Amidst the surging tide of people heading deep into the mountains, these few countercurrents stood out conspicuously.

Seeing this, Zhou Heng's lips curled up: "It seems there are still smart people besides us."

Zhou's father spoke with a calm tone born of experience: "Profit can move people's hearts, but those who can restrain their greed are the true heroes among men."

Zhou Heng remarked, "Some people are naturally cautious and know how to weigh the pros and cons, so they naturally live longer."

Mother Zhou said gently, "Heng'er, we just have a higher vantage point and rely on our family's resources, so we can see further. But many beast tamers from ordinary backgrounds can grow up in resource-scarce environments, often relying not only on luck, but also on unique survival wisdom. You must not underestimate the people of the world because of this."

Zhou Heng nodded earnestly: "Mom and Dad are right, I understand."

His gaze suddenly sharpened, piercing through the clouds and locking onto a black steed about 100 meters long, about ten kilometers to his side.

The black steed has reached the fourth tier, level three, and is a low-grade gold-quality Snow-Treading Flame Horse.

"Nine Heavens, accelerate! Catch up with the Snow-Treading Flaming Horse!" Zhou Heng gave the order without hesitation.

"Hey!"

The Phoenix Azure Luan let out a clear and loud cry, its wings suddenly flapped, its body swirling with azure light, and its speed instantly soared, like azure lightning tearing through the sky. In the blink of an eye, it traversed a distance of more than ten kilometers, elegantly and precisely blocking the way in front of the Snow-Treading Wilderness Horse.

Startled, the Snow-Treading Flame Horse let out a neigh.

On the horse's head, an elderly man with white hair and a face full of wrinkles appeared. He was none other than the ancient master whom Zhou Heng had met once at the Star Arena.

When the ancient master saw who it was, especially when he saw Zhou Heng and his distinguished parents beside him, a look of astonishment flashed across his face.

Immediately, he concealed his aura and bowed respectfully on the horse's head: "Young Master Zhou! I didn't expect to meet you here. Are you personally out hunting extraordinary creatures?"

Zhou Heng casually replied, "I'm just taking advantage of the Alliance's anniversary to get some experience; it's not really a hunt."

He stepped aside to indicate, "These two are my parents."

Upon hearing this, Master Gu bowed even lower, his face beaming with a humble smile. He quickly greeted Zhou's father and mother, saying, "This old man greets Prefect Zhou and his wife! I have long admired your esteemed names, and it is truly an honor to meet you today!"

Mr. and Mrs. Zhou simply nodded slightly, their expressions indifferent, and said nothing more.

A fourth-tier Grandmaster Beast Tamer whose lifespan is nearing its end and whose days are numbered is indeed unlikely to attract much of their attention.

Zhou Heng looked at Grandmaster Gu and deliberately asked, "Grandmaster Gu, the Xuanxiao Mountains are filled with dazzling light and incredible opportunities. Everyone else is rushing to seize these opportunities. Why are you going against the grain and not trying your luck?"

"Young Master Zhou, please don't tease this old man. I am already old and frail, and my bones are about to fall apart. I no longer have the resources or the spirit to learn from those young people and risk their lives to gamble on a vague and uncertain opportunity."

The ancient master gave an awkward smile, his wrinkles seeming to deepen. He frankly said, "Besides, with so many extraordinary creatures and beast tamers of the fourth rank and above gathered here, I, a fourth-rank master in the early stage of beast taming, would only be a supporting player. I might as well go home as soon as possible. Moreover, at my age, I have completely lost the desire to compete. I only wish to pass away peacefully, passing on the three beasts I have painstakingly trained to my descendants, leaving them some security for their future. That would be enough for me. Anything else is beyond my reach, nor do I dare to hope for."

Zhou Heng's heart stirred slightly as he recalled the Grandmaster battle he had witnessed at the Star Arena.

This ancient master clearly had three beasts under contract, but he always claimed to have only two until the last life-or-death battle with Master Fu forced him to reveal his true identity.

This shows how cautious he is.

His decision to stay away from trouble is entirely in line with his style of doing things.

Grandmaster Gu seemed unable to contain his curiosity and cautiously asked, "Both the Academic Commissioner and his wife are fifth-tier Battle General Beast Tamers, possessing profound strength. Why don't you venture deeper into the Xuanxiao Mountains to explore?"

Zhou Heng naturally wouldn't reveal the real reason: "Of course we have our reasons."

Master Gu immediately realized he had spoken out of turn, a hint of fear flashing across his face. He quickly apologized, "It was my rudeness that I asked something I shouldn't have. Please forgive me, Young Master Zhou."

Zhou Heng said no more, only saying, "Grandmaster Gu, until we meet again."

After saying that, he had a thought, and the Phoenix Azure Luan flapped its wings again, bursting with azure light, instantly leaving the Snow-Treading Flame Horse far behind, leaving only a gradually dissipating azure rainbow in the air.

As the ancient master watched Zhou Heng's departing figure, he shouted, "Respectfully seeing off Young Master Zhou..."

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