Beast Taming: I can evolve indefinitely

Chapter 437 The Emperor's Backup Plan

Upon hearing Bai Qi's question, the fire man suddenly appeared in front of Bai Qi, pointed to the giant tiger behind him, and said, "Strictly speaking, this is my true form."

"Are you a legendary creature?"

Upon hearing this, Bai Qi suddenly realized that the contingency plan that the French Emperor had arranged in another secret realm had survived for so many years. It turned out that it was a legendary creature. No wonder.

Fireman nodded and said, "That's right, I am one of the second team of pet beasts trained by the Dharma Emperor, the Fire Rock Demon Tiger."

Goodness, even the second team has become a legend. Does the French Emperor have to be so willful?

Bai Qi was shocked upon hearing this, and made no attempt to hide his envy.

He was still racking his brains about how to make more money to help Al and his team reach legendary status, but then the French team's second team already became legendary, which was really too much.

"Don't be surprised. When the French Emperor abandoned me here, I wasn't a legend yet. It's just that so many years have passed, and I've managed to rise to that level."

Fireman glanced at Bai Qi and Bai Qiucha and said, "I originally thought you wouldn't even be able to get past the third level, but I didn't expect you to have made it to the fifth level. Humans in later generations are indeed stronger than those in the past."

"Theoretically, that's correct."

Bai Qi nodded and said, "Since the Dharma Emperor has arranged for you to be here, is the situation on the next floor somewhat different from the previous floors?"

"You're very clever. My projection can only appear in the first five levels. I can't interfere from the sixth level onwards. The Dharma Emperor hasn't changed the rules of the later secret realms either, so I won't let any beast tamer who isn't strong enough pass through."

Fireman gave Bai Qi an appreciative look and said.

"So, you're the gatekeeper for this level?"

Bai Qi said, "Don't tell us we need to become legends to pass this stage!"

"That's not the case. I won't use all my strength to fight you, but my requirements are not low either. At least your current combat strength is definitely not enough."

Fireman shook his head and explained.

"So that's how it is. So the Emperor of Law has transformed the fifth level into a trial-type secret realm."

Upon hearing this, Bai Qi suddenly realized something and asked, "What about my teacher? Did he also challenge you before going down?"

Upon hearing Bai Qi's question, the Fire Man felt somewhat embarrassed.

"That probably wouldn't be considered a challenge anymore."

"Not really a challenge?"

Bai Qi looked puzzled, but seeing that the Fire Man seemed unwilling to say more, he stopped asking.

"Since you are the gatekeeper, let's take on the challenge."

Since the Fire Man was a backup plan arranged by the Emperor, there was no need to worry about safety. In that case, Bai Qi naturally wanted to give it a try.

"I'm sorry, but your pet's level isn't high enough to challenge me."

Fireman shook his head and said, "According to the requirements left by the Dharma Emperor, only sixth-tier pets can undergo the trial assessment."

"Sixth rank..."

Bai Qi sighed helplessly upon hearing this. In fact, when he saw that the guardian of the fourth level was an Emperor-level creature, Bai Qi was already mentally prepared, but it was still a bit of a disappointment to hear it from the Fireman's mouth.

However, since the Emperor has set such clear requirements, the difficulty of the sixth level is probably not low. I can only go back and level up first.

That's perfect, he also wanted to refine the idea in his mind first.

Unable to proceed further, the group left the fifth level, but Alpha and Bai Qiucha showed no intention of leaving the Twilight Great Tomb.

"Are you planning to stay here and train?"

"That's right. Didn't the Fire Rock Demon Tiger say that only those at least at the sixth rank can challenge him? Of course, we need to hurry."

Bai Qiucha nodded, and Alpha, standing beside her, expressed a similar opinion.

Upon hearing Alpha and Bai Qiucha's ideas, Bai Qi pondered for a moment and then agreed with their suggestions.

The shadow power within the Great Tomb of Twilight is extremely dense, making it the perfect place for undead creatures like Alpha and Bone Dragons to improve their abilities.

"In that case, let's just do a large-scale outdoor training exercise."

Bai Qi looked at the six pets, considered for a moment, and said, "Alpha, you will train with the Six Swords and Acha in the Great Tomb of Dusk. Gamma, you will take Jeta to train around Lake Taize. As for Delta, you and Epsilon will go to find new parasites."

After the Cordyceps is upgraded to the King level, all its stats have increased significantly, so it's time to upgrade the quality of the Parasite Beast as well.

The five pets readily accepted the order. This was the first time Bai Qi had let them out, and they were somewhat excited.

Awoo awoo?

(Humans, what about me, the dog?)

Seeing that all five pets had been taken care of, Beta quickly asked, his eyes full of anticipation.

"You, you'll come with me to do research."

Awoo awoo!

(How could you be so biased, human?!)

"It's because Shuk has to be with you."

As he spoke, Bai Qi took out four more quest boards and tossed them to the pets, saying, "Remember to check if there are any quests on them, and do them while you're at it, so as not to waste them."

"Especially Gamma, don't you hear me, don't eat it all!"

Click-clack~

(Okay~)

"Bai Qi, isn't this... a bit too much?"

Seeing Bai Qi's appearance, Bai Qiucha couldn't help but chuckle. She had only ever seen beast tamers accept tasks and lead their pets to do them. This was the first time she had ever seen a pet accept a task and do it on its own.

"Children from poor families mature early; independence needs to be cultivated from a young age."

Bai Qi waved his hand, disagreeing with Bai Qiucha's opinion.

Raising legendary creatures is a bottomless pit, and it's too tiring to do it all by yourself. Of course, you have to let your pets share the burden.

"Alright, I'm going back now. Don't contact me unless it's absolutely necessary. I need to work on something."

Bai Qi grinned, then flipped over and climbed onto Nicholas's back, saying, "Be careful, don't be too reckless."

Crackling.

(Don't worry, boss, I'll reach level six as soon as possible.)

Click-clack.

(Master, Gamma will obey.)

Snoring?

(Obey? Then Jetta will be obedient too.)

"Don't worry, Chief, I will protect Delta."

Bubbling.

(Delta too.)

The five pets responded one after another, and then rushed towards their respective goals, leaving Beta standing there with an envious look on his face.

Awoo awoo...

(Life as a dog is so unsatisfactory...)

"You stupid dog, you're really too weak. Back in my day, I was... Hey, stupid dog! Let go of my mouth!"

Seeing this, the bullskin snake couldn't help but make a sarcastic remark, but before it could finish speaking, Beta bit it directly.

"These two guys are really sworn enemies."

Seeing Beta and the bullskin snake playing on the ground, Bai Qi sighed helplessly, had Nicholas grab the two of them, and then returned to Gusu City.

……

Super God Evolution Research Institute.

Top floor.

Professor Chu carefully picked up the metal helmet in front of him, compared it carefully with the holographic model next to him, and then handed it to Bai Qi.

"The mechanical structure should be fine. How's the rune structure on your end?"

Bai Qi nodded and said, "The rune structure is working well; now only the final step remains."

"Then what are we waiting for? Let's hurry up!"

Professor Chu urged him repeatedly, his eagerness no different from that of those who were eager to draw cards.

Seeing this, Bai Qi grinned. Not to mention Professor Chu, even he was very much looking forward to it.

"Nicholas, it's up to you. Just add the emerald mark in this spot."

Bai Qi handed the helmet to Nicholas and pointed to an empty circle in the center of the helmet.

"OK."

Nicholas nodded and carefully conjured an emerald mark, pressing it onto the helmet.

In an instant, green energy emanated from the emerald mark, illuminating the entire helmet.

"It's done!"

Upon seeing this, Bai Qi's eyes lit up. He and Professor Chu worked on it for over a week and finally managed to make it.

"There haven't been any experiments yet, so don't speak too soon."

Professor Chu looked at Bai Qi with a serious expression and said, "As a qualified mecha pilot, you must remember that you can only draw conclusions after practice."

"Science must be rigorous!"

Upon hearing Professor Chu's words, Bai Qi's expression turned serious. He was about to say something when he noticed that Professor Chu had somehow taken the helmet and put it on.

"Old man, let me give you a demonstration first. Remember to learn carefully."

"Well, then I'll have to trouble you, Professor Chu."

Bai Qi's lips twitched slightly. This was clearly a case of wanting to experience it first, yet he spoke so formally. He had felt a little ashamed just now.

"Luckily, I made an extra one."

Seeing that Professor Chu had fallen asleep on the sofa, Bai Qi took out another helmet and had Nicholas carve the jade mark on it, just like him, and put it on as well.

Then, as the power of the jade flowed, Bai Qi felt a wave of drowsiness wash over him and fell into a deep sleep.

When Bai Qi opened his eyes again, he was once again in the Emerald Dream.

"Excellent, the design is a great success!"

Seeing this, Bai Qi nodded in satisfaction. By combining the Soul-Transferring Spell Seal and the Jade Mark, he had finally managed to freely enter and exit the Jade Dream.

Bai Qi opened his arms, quietly feeling the tranquility here, while Professor Chu, who had entered earlier, was still curiously examining the Emerald Dreamland.

"So the Emerald Dreamland really exists? This place is simply paradise!"

Professor Chu made no attempt to hide his surprise. This feeling of returning to his youth allowed him to completely let go of his accumulated worries and enter a state of complete relaxation.

"Heaven was created by angels, this is the territory of the Green Dragon. Professor Chu, you'll be kicked out if you keep going like this."

Bai Qi smiled and walked to Professor Chu's side, pointing to Nicholas who had also followed, and couldn't help but remind him.

"It's just a metaphor, don't take it too seriously."

Professor Chu then realized his mistake and tried to brush it off, but saw a strange smile on Bai Qi's face.

"Professor Chu, science is extremely rigorous!"

"Alright, alright, old man, you misspoke. Why are young people these days so vengeful?"

Professor Chu glared at Bai Qi, then glanced again at the dreamlike, beautiful world around them, and said, "But are you really planning to make this public?"

Upon hearing this, Bai Qi glanced at Nicholas, and after seeing the other nod, said, "Nicholas strongly supports my idea. It would be quite boring for a dragon to stay in this world all by itself."

"That's good."

Professor Chu nodded and asked, "So, how do you plan to promote it?"

"That's easy, I had it planned out from the beginning."

"Playing games."

(End of this chapter)