Beast Taming: I can evolve indefinitely

Chapter 278 Don't come any closer!

Secret base.

"As expected, the Soul-Eating Insects and the Dream Vine have completely merged together, just as I guessed."

Bai Qi looked at the data analyzed by the instrument, nodded slightly, and then looked at Beta, saying, "Beta, how's it going on your end? Is there anything wrong with this guy's soul?"

Wang Wang!

(No problem, the soul is very powerful, but there is only one consciousness, and it should have been born relatively recently.)

That's it.

A glint flashed in Bai Qi's eyes. A worm that was snatching away a body and a plant that was eroding a soul, under the nourishment of the core of the ancient tree of knowledge, had, by some coincidence, formed a completely new life.

Perhaps this is unique to the Federation?

Something this rare absolutely must be kept by my side!

A terrifying aura suddenly surged from Bai Qi, startling the Dream Vine, which had undergone countless tests, causing it to instinctively shrink back.

This human is terrifying!

"Cordyceps, come here for a second."

Just as Cordyceps was about to slip away, Bai Qi suddenly beckoned to it. Although Cordyceps was unwilling, it still obediently walked up to Bai Qi after seeing Gamma and Alpha eyeing it covetously.

Cordyceps had every reason to suspect that if it had refused Bai Qi's invitation, the two of them would have sliced ​​it up and cooked it.

"Honorable hero, what are your orders?"

Bai Qi placed his hand on the cordyceps' head and said, "Don't resist, I need to check your data."

"clear."

Cordyceps nodded, standing still without daring to move an inch, and Bai Qi successfully obtained Cordyceps' data.

【name】:???

[Attribute]: Insect type? Plant type? (Symbiotic)

[Bloodline Level]: High-ranking Lord

[Growth Level]: Tier 3, Level 2

[Skills]: Spirit Eater (Super - Perfect), Parasite (Advanced - Perfect), Dream Weaving (Super - Perfect), Dream Entry (Advanced - Perfect), Hypnotic Pollen (Intermediate - Perfect), Paralysis (Intermediate - Perfect)

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[Skill Introduction]: Food Spirit

[Skill Level]: Super

[Skill Introduction]: Psychic type, the exclusive skill of the Soul-Eating Insect. It can devour the soul of the enemy by consuming the enemy's brain and other central control systems. When combined with parasitism, it can completely control the enemy's body, making it no different from its life state.

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[Skill Introduction]: Parasite

[Skill Level]: Advanced

[Skill Introduction]: Insect type, the skill used by the Soul-Eating Insect to control its host, allowing it to completely integrate into the host's body tissue and replace the host's brain function.

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[Skill Name]: Dream Weaving

[Skill Level]: Super

[Skill Introduction]: Psychic type, Dream Vine's exclusive skill, can guide the target into a sleep state through mental power or pollen, and construct a realistic dream. If it is a pleasant dream, it can have a relaxing and even mental effect; if it is a nightmare, it will cause trauma to the enemy's soul.

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[Skill Name]: Entering a Dream

[Skill Level]: Advanced

[Skill Introduction]: Psychic type. After establishing a dream, Dream Vine can inject its own consciousness or the consciousness of others into the dream to control the direction of the dream, doubling the effect of the dream, but also exposing itself to enemies.

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[Skill Name]: Hypnotic Pollen

[Skill Level]: Intermediate

[Skill Introduction]: Plant type, Dream Vine is an important medium for hypnosis and even dreaming. In addition to breathing, it can also cause the skin to fall asleep if it gets on it.

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[Skill Name]: Paralysis

[Skill Level]: Intermediate

[Skill Introduction]: Insect type, universal ability to secrete toxins to paralyze the enemy's nerves, and can destroy the enemy's body tissues without them realizing it.

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As expected, the Cordyceps's race name was all question marks, clearly indicating that the Evolution Egg had never encountered such a bizarre situation before, and the four skills with perfect proficiency were also within Bai Qi's expectations.

Bai Qi simply couldn't believe that someone with low proficiency could influence so many ferocious beasts at the same time.

Moreover, after seeing the Cordyceps's skills, Bai Qi completely understood the formation process of this peculiar creature.

The Soul-Eating Insect devours souls, and the Dream Vine can transfer its consciousness into dreams. As a result, the consciousnesses of these two became entangled and then both perished. Then, under the nourishment of the Ancient Tree of Knowledge, a new consciousness was formed. It's that simple.

Speaking of which, this thing is quite similar to a husky, except that a husky has two consciousnesses born in one body, while the cordyceps has two bodies and souls fused into one consciousness.

The thing's growth level was much lower than Bai Qi had expected.

To be able to influence such a wide area, its level must be very high, considering it also absorbed the core of an ancient tree of knowledge.

"I think the reason this thing can affect such a large area is probably because energy was released during the fusion of the Soul-Devouring Insect and the Dream Vine in the core of the Ancient Tree of Knowledge. By the time this thing finishes fusion, the energy will be almost completely consumed."

Shuke thought for a moment and gave a relatively reasonable explanation. Bai Qi couldn't think of any other reason for the time being, so he could only accept it.

After all, it's already quite rare for two pet beasts to fuse, so requiring both to be at a very high level is a bit excessive.

"But this guy actually fits my current needs quite well~"

Bai Qi patted the cordyceps' head, a smile appearing in his eyes.

Dream creation—isn't it designed to enhance mental strength? With a living dream-creating machine like this here, he no longer needs to buy any dream potions.

In fact, Bai Qi had considered whether to form a contract with a Dream Vine, but most Dream Vine have low potential and do not like to fight. They are almost always in a dormant state, so forming a contract with one would be of little use. Therefore, Bai Qi gave up.

But now that there is such a symbiotic species that may be unique to the Federation, Bai Qi cannot afford to miss it.

"Cordyceps, would you be willing to be my pet and become our companion?"

Bai Qi's question clearly surprised Cordyceps, but after seeing the four "eagle-eyed" pets around him, he immediately made a decision.

"It is my honor to be your pet, hero. I only hope that you will not find me too useless."

"Useless? No, you will definitely be very useful."

Bai Qi grinned and said, "Was that dream you just created created after spying on my consciousness?"

Upon hearing Bai Qi's question, Chongcao quickly admitted her mistake, saying, "Hero, please don't misunderstand. I was merely guiding you to materialize what you consider terrifying; I did not spy on your memories."

"If I tell you more details, or if I release some of my memories, will you be able to create a more realistic dream?"

Cordyceps paused for a moment, then said, "Theoretically speaking, that's correct, but now that I no longer have the energy support of the core of the Ancient Tree of Knowledge, I'm afraid it will be difficult to create such a large-scale dream again."

"It's alright, a little dream will do."

Bai Qi grinned, then pulled Cordyceps over and muttered something to himself. After hesitating for a moment, Cordyceps created a dream as Bai Qi requested and pulled him into it.

"Hmm, it really feels real."

Looking at the skyscrapers around him that were exactly the same as in his previous life, Bai Qi nodded in satisfaction and wandered around nostalgically until the dream shattered and he was forcibly kicked out.

Bai Qi glanced around at the familiar scene in a daze, and it took him a long time to break free from the dream. After quietly contemplating it, he found that his mental strength had indeed improved, which was significantly better than the effect of the Dream Potion.

"Congratulations on passing your probation period and becoming a full-time employee."

Bai Qi patted the cordyceps and said, "As is customary, let me give you a name first. Your racial name will be Dream-Eating Vine, and your name will be... Epsilon!"

"Epsilon? But I'd like an Eastern... name..."

Under the watchful eyes of the four pet beasts, Cordyceps' voice grew softer and softer, and in the end, it chose to accept the strange name.

Those who understand the times are heroes; those who can bend and stretch are true heroes.

Seeing that the cordyceps had accepted the offer, Bai Qi nodded in satisfaction.

He has already completed 99% of the Golden Egg's progress. With the Evolution Egg and Green Dragon Scale, his physique will be maxed out sooner or later. Now that he has Cordyceps, his mental strength improvement can also be accelerated, and reaching the fifth tier is only a matter of time.

Once the cordyceps are contracted, quickly upgrade their level to increase efficiency and enter a virtuous cycle.

I wonder what the effect will be if the pets enter the dream world. If a battle takes place in the dream world, will it increase their skill proficiency?

Hmm, I'll give it a try later. If it works, he won't have to worry about not having a suitable training venue for the time being.

"Alright, Epsilon, you can rest here for a while. I'm going to the association to report on the mission."

Bai Qi put down the cordyceps, then looked at Gamma warily and said, "Gamma, he's one of our companions now, don't cook him!"

Click-clack.

(Okay, Gamma won't stew him.)

"Frying, stir-frying, boiling, or anything that involves eating is unacceptable. I need to get along well with Epsilon."

Bai Qi wisely blocked all of Gamma's options, and at the same time looked at Shuke and Beta, saying, "You guys too, don't treat him like research material and slice him up. If he comes back with any damage, I'll deal with you."

"Beastmaster, go in peace. I won't do anything to him."

Shuke nodded seriously, as did Beta beside him.

"That's good, Delta, let's go and come back quickly."

Bai Qi nodded in satisfaction upon seeing this, then led Delta away from the secret realm and headed straight for the association.

The mission was completed, but the culprit had been intercepted by me. I had to give President Qin an explanation, otherwise it would be bad if I lost points.

Awoo awoo?

(Have humans left?)

"They've already left."

Shuke nodded, and then the two-headed dog cast a dangerous glance at the cordyceps.

The Beastmaster only said that the damage couldn't be seen, so as long as it's sliced ​​up and healed, that should be fine, right? As for the treatment, with Gamma around, it'll be a breeze.

Click-clack?

(Could we cut off a piece of the nagamite, taste it, and then use it to treat the illness, just like picking fruit?)

Inspired by Shuke, Gamma's thinking suddenly took off, and he came up with the idea of ​​cordyceps as a renewable fruit tree.

Stared at by the two pets with dangerous eyes, the cordyceps's seven-colored vines lost their color in fright. It staggered backward and retreated until it reached a corner, where it let out a mournful roar.

"Don't come any closer!"

(End of this chapter)