Beast Taming Patrol Chapter 1465 - 414: Visitors from Self Transformation Valley
Previously on Beast Taming Patrol...
Upon lifting its head once more, the Time Net that had spanned the heavens was gone.
A clarity without precedent took its place.
It felt as though the mysteries of the Time system were laid bare before its gaze.
This sense of absolute understanding was merely a facade, however; Qiuqiu’s grasp of the laws had not actually leaped to a new realm during this ordeal.
Instead, it had acquired a unique treasure that belonged solely to itself.
Deep within the vertical pupil on its forehead, a heart-shaped time mark lay concealed.
Just as Youyou utilized the Heaven and Earth seed to perpetually refine its mastery over space, this Time’s Heart would serve as a powerful catalyst for Qiuqiu to steadily advance its comprehension of Time system rules.
Amidst the shock of its discovery, Qiuqiu suddenly remembered a vital detail it had overlooked.
Bad news!
Within the Time Shape, losing one's sense of self leads to being eternally lost!
In its excitement, it had completely ignored this danger.
Right then...
Qiuqiu wasted no time, launching into the air and racing toward the radiance shimmering above the chasm.
It could not afford to be trapped!
Like a vibrant rainbow cutting through the gloom, it left a trail of ripples wherever the influence of time brushed the air.
The light soon loomed large before it.
...
"Seven days have passed..."
Lin Su stared into the abyss, his expression clouded with intense anxiety.
A full week had elapsed since Qiuqiu and Youyou had ventured into the Time Shape.
By contrast, Tata’s journey had been far more direct.
With Youyou providing assistance, a single day of searching through eleven spatial fissures led them to a pavilion. There, they discovered a treasure chest containing five-colored items.
Relying on its unique bloodline and Youyou’s spatial rule, they extracted the prize and immediately returned to Lin Su without further risks.
Youyou had also emerged safely on the third day, having successfully manifested its thirteenth phoenix.
Only Qiuqiu remained missing.
Lin Su and the four little ones had been standing vigil for a long time; had it not been for Tata’s Recovery Power sustaining their spirits, their exhaustion would have been overwhelming.
"Let us be patient for a while longer, young friend Lin Su," Liu Changxuan remarked softly, his voice tinged with a trace of helplessness.
"Lin Venerate, did the Time Qilin Deer belonging to Juran and Youran enter this place?" Lin Su asked, his voice sounding slightly strained.
"They did," Lin Venerate replied, anticipating the nature of Lin Su’s concern. "Juran’s Time Qilin Deer emerged after only three days."
"Youran’s beast stayed for five days before it successfully exited."
"The results proved that despite having the same mother, Youran’s Time Qilin Deer possessed superior talent."
"It stands to reason that the greater one's Time system talent, the longer they might endure within the Time Shape."
These words were clearly intended to soothe Lin Su’s nerves.
The explanation worked, allowing Lin Su’s tense posture to relax just a fraction.
Falling back into silence, Lin Su kept his eyes fixed on the dark depths.
The four little ones exchanged glances, their eyes filled with hope and prayers directed toward the Time Shape.
Minutes turned into hours.
Just as Lin Su felt the weight of fatigue returning and considered asking Tata for another restoration, his vision flickered.
In a blur, he thought he glimpsed Qiuqiu’s form.
Was his mind playing tricks?
Lin Su blinked and rubbed his eyes, but in the next heartbeat, Qiuqiu came crashing into his chest.
It was no illusion!
He looked down at the creature in his arms, his eyes instantly lighting up with joy.
A chorus of cheers erupted from the four little ones as they celebrated the return of their companion.
Watching the reunion silently, Lin Venerate allowed a faint smile to touch his lips.
"Mee? (๑ŏωŏ๑)" (How long was I in there?)
Sensing the heavy atmosphere, Qiuqiu realized its absence had been longer than anticipated and asked curiously.
"Chirp! (｡ϟ｡)" (A whole week!)
Youyou chirped in reply.
"The important thing is that you are safe," Lin Su said, exhaling deeply. He didn't even need Tata’s help now; his energy had fully returned the moment he saw Qiuqiu. "What happened inside the Time Shape?"
Qiuqiu tilted its head, and the Time’s Heart within its vertical pupil suddenly glowed.
A massive surge of Time system power flooded the area, manifesting as a complex Time Net filled with flickering, rapid images.
"Woo! (❁✪◡✪❁)" (It’s the Time Net!)
Youyou, having seen the phenomenon before, couldn't help but cry out in wonder.
As the power faded, a look of smug satisfaction appeared on Qiuqiu’s tiny face.
"Fascinating," Liu Changxuan said with a chuckle. "It appears your pet beast has seized the core essence of that place. Neither of the Time Qilin Deer that visited before managed to obtain such a power."
"I am deeply indebted to the seniors of the Qianling Sect for this opportunity," Lin Su said with a smile, realizing the magnitude of Qiuqiu’s harvest. "I thank Senior Liu and Lin Venerate for your patience over these past few days. Since Qiuqiu has returned, we should prepare to leave."
"You won't be visiting other locations?" Liu Changxuan asked playfully.
"There is no need," Lin Su replied, shaking his head.
Youyou and Tata had already scouted the surrounding areas while hunting for the five-colored items.
While those opportunities were valuable, they didn't align with their needs.
There was no point in lingering further.
"Very well."
With a nod from Liu Changxuan, Lin Venerate activated his power, whisking them through the portal and back into the outside world.
"Senior, I will provide one final public session for the Qianling Sect disciples tomorrow regarding Guardian Beast Co-operation. After that, I intend to depart for the Self Transformation Valley." Lin Su performed a formal cupped-hand salute toward Liu Changxuan. "I am grateful for the hospitality you have shown me."