Beast Taming: I can evolve indefinitely

Chapter 90 Flying on a Sword

The first round of competition went very quickly, and before long, the final match was approaching.

Wang Jun VS Xia Xuan.

Theoretically speaking, this kind of small arena battle is very disadvantageous for Xia Xuan's large mechanical beast. In addition, this is Lingxi City territory, so Xia Xuan is fighting on his home turf, and the surrounding area is almost entirely in support of Wang Jun.

Of course, most of them are men.

However, Xia Xuan seemed to have made preparations in advance. The MetalGreymon's body surface had an extra layer of thick armor than before, and apart from the densely packed weapons, not a single joint was exposed.

Faced with MetalGreymon's excessively thick defense, Wang Jun's Six-Eyed Monkey was unable to utilize its advantages and was instead forcibly defeated by MetalGreymon's indiscriminate attacks.

Bai Qi roughly estimated that the ammunition Xia Xuan had used in the short span of thirty seconds was worth over 100,000 Federal Credits.

Tsk, money talks.

"However, this can also be seen as a different kind of proof of the principle that brute force can overcome all methods."

Wang Jun's six-eyed monkey possesses exceptional observation and agility, but lacks corresponding offensive capabilities. It's fine against ordinary opponents, but when faced with an opponent like Xia Xuan, who has clearly enhanced his defenses, it's completely helpless.

"It seems we can put the Steel Man Stakes project on hold for now and focus on developing Alpha's offensive capabilities first, otherwise things will get complicated later."

Alpha is a speed-dependent monster, and its attack power is currently decent. However, it's hard to say whether it will encounter opponents who excel at defense in the future. If it doesn't have any effective offensive methods, Alpha might suffer the same fate as the six-eyed monkey it is today.

Seeing Bai Qi's solemn expression, Han Wei and the others looked at him with disdain.

Even the power-type Pokémon in the Macho Gym are no match for Alpha, yet this guy is worried that Alpha's attack power is insufficient?

Then what are we? Trash?

"Xia Xuan has advanced. The first round of assessment has officially ended. Contestants in the next round, please take a break."

Mo Guan announced the results of the competition, and the list of contestants who advanced to the second round appeared on the big screen.

"Bai Qi, Xia Xuan, Han Wei... are there only three people from Gu Su City who made it into the top ten?"

Looking at the three lonely names of Gu Sushi on the screen, Chairman Qin and Cui Ming's feelings immediately switched.

"These kids have such poor combat experience. It seems we need to discuss with the mayor about extending their time after class."

President Qin's face was gloomy as he silently devised a completely new work and rest schedule.

"No, we have to get that kid Bai Qi to become the top scholar first."

Thinking of this, President Qin instantly disappeared from the spot.

At this moment, Bai Qi was intently playing with the rune cube, while next to him was an excessively thick rune dictionary.

He has already reached level 10 with his rune cube, and the number and complexity of the runes on it have significantly improved. Bai Qi needs to make good use of this time to increase his knowledge reserves.

"What time is it? You still have time to play with a Rubik's Cube?"

Seeing Bai Qi's leisurely demeanor, Chairman Qin was immediately enraged and launched into a tirade against him.

Is Old Man Qin on his period? He was perfectly fine just now.

Bai Qi put down the Rubik's Cube with an innocent look and said, "I was just cramming on my knowledge of runes to complete your task, guild leader, wasn't I?"

President Qin paused for a moment upon hearing this, then said, "Put the rune matter aside for now. Listen to me carefully: you can't afford to lose a single match in the upcoming battles, and you have to win them decisively, understand?"

"If you don't get the top score, you know what will happen."

"Uh, I understand!"

Is this some kind of bet that Old Man Qin made with Cui Ming again?

A little gambling is harmless, but excessive gambling is harmful. How come this old man Qin doesn't understand this principle at his age?

Bai Qi sighed helplessly. Winning was one thing, but winning beautifully was another. Was Old Man Qin forcing him to show off?

Someone as low-key as me wouldn't do something like that.

Seeing Bai Qi's reluctant expression, Old Man Qin's eyes darted around, and he said, "By the way, I heard you signed an endorsement contract with the Elf House?"

"Yes, there's a problem with this?"

"No problem. Top scorers in professional skills assessments all receive similar invitations. This year's joint exam between the two cities will likely receive even more invitations. If someone else takes the top spot, your endorsement fee might be..."

Instantly, flames erupted from Bai Qi's eyes, and he said:

"Don't worry, President, the top scholar will definitely belong to our Gusu City!"

Anyone who steals my money will be killed!

……

Xiaolingshan Arena.

The contestants for the second round of assessments had not yet entered the arena, but the arena was already filled with spectators, who were discussing the two names that were about to face off on the screen.

Bai Qi VS Zhang Kai

"Hey, who do you think will win this match?"

"That goes without saying, it's definitely Zhang Kai."

"Zhang Kai's talent for silence, combined with the Night Raccoon's superpowers, would easily defeat Bai Qi!"

"That makes sense, and I heard that Zhang Kai seems to have already reached the second level. This two-on-one fight is not something that can be easily defeated."

"Who are you looking down on? Does this even need to be a two-on-one situation?"

"That seems to be true. Oh, Zhang Kai has entered."

Amidst the expectant gazes of the crowd, Zhang Kai slowly entered the battlefield and took his position, while Bai Qi on the opposite side was slow to enter.

"Could it be that they knew they couldn't win, so they just ran away?"

A burst of mocking laughter came from the audience in Lingxi City, drawing agreement from those around him, but some also voiced their opposition.

"It shouldn't be. Bai Qi did get first place in two rounds of assessments, and I heard from my friends in Gusu City that Bai Qi is very capable."

"Friends? Male or female?"

"A woman."

"Brother, please accept my bow!"

……

"Gao Cheng, have you seen Bai Qi?"

Mo Guan urged Bai Qi three times in a row, but Bai Qi still didn't appear, and Lu Yuan couldn't help but get a little anxious.

Bai Qi is now considered one of the last hopes of their Gusu City. If he flees without a fight, he will never be able to show his face again.

"I just went to the rest room, he's not there, he's probably doing extra practice there."

Gao Cheng was also somewhat anxious, saying, "I'll go look again; hopefully I can make it in time."

"No need, I've already seen him."

Han Wei's eye twitched, and he pointed in the direction opposite Zhang Kai. Gao Cheng and the others also looked in the direction Han Wei was pointing.

Above the arena, Bai Qi, clad in bone armor, with his hands behind his back and his feet resting on a bone longsword, strode through the air, instantly capturing everyone's attention.

"Wow, could this be the legendary sword flight?!"

"I admire you, master! When will you begin accepting apprentices?"

"By the way, wasn't the big boss's pet beast the Ice Shadow Sword Servant? Why did it change to this sword?"

"Are you blind? This is the Ice Shadow Sword Servant in disguise. Look, it's turned into a recliner again."

"23333..."

Seeing Bai Qi fly over on his sword and then calmly sit on the white bone recliner, even Mo Guan, who had been an examiner for many years, couldn't help but chuckle.

"Old Qin, where did you find such a talent?"

President Qin's eye twitched; he had absolutely no idea how to evaluate Bai Qi's outrageous move.

I'm telling you to focus on the competition, not to show off!

Because the book is going to be released on the 1st, I forgot to set a timer for these chapters, so they're a little late. Please forgive me, dear readers!

I'll continue updating regularly after it's released, aiming for a big update on the first day, and then a stable 6,000 words a day. I hope all my readers will support me!

(End of this chapter)