Beast Taming Patrol Chapter 1498: 423: Homeward Journey and Unexpected Events (Double-Length, Finale Countdown: 28)
Previously on Beast Taming Patrol...
Chapter 423: Homeward Journey and Unexpected Events (Double-Length, Finale Countdown: 28)
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“I offer my congratulations on reaching the epic level, Young Lin Su,” Cai Zun remarked, a kind smile playing on his lips.
“I was only able to complete this breakthrough so smoothly because of Cai Zun’s protection.” Lin Su responded quickly, cupping his hands in a respectful salute while his heart swelled with an irrepressible sense of triumph.
Once five contracted beasts achieve a state of perfect bonding, the path opens for a Beast Tamer to transition from an eighth-rank Beast Taming Space to a ninth-rank breakthrough.
Lin Su had previously worried that since Yingying and Qiuqiu shared a single contract slot, they might only be counted as one entity.
Fortunately, the process had proven to be even more seamless than he had anticipated.
He was now officially qualified to advance to the ninth rank; all he required was further accumulation of power.
In his past life, gathering such accumulation had demanded a decade of his time.
However, due to his unique ability to travel between two worlds, he estimated that this period would be slashed to roughly five years.
Should he encounter further fortunate opportunities, that timeline could be reduced even more significantly.
Lin Su felt a surge of excitement at the prospect of evolving from an epic-level Beast Tamer to a legendary-level one in the near future.
Suddenly, dark lines began to weave together beneath his feet. Amidst a swirling gale, five distinct forms materialized.
These were his five beasts, having just ascended to the emperor rank. Their current auras were so formidable compared to their previous states that they were almost unrecognizable.
“Hmm?” Cai Zun’s eyes narrowed slightly as he sensed the overwhelming momentum radiating from the five creatures.
While he had always recognized the strength of Lin Su’s companions, seeing them reach such a staggering level immediately upon entering the emperor rank left him profoundly shocked.
Watching his five contracted beasts, Lin Su allowed a satisfied grin to cross his face.
This wave of advancement had significantly bolstered his peak combat capabilities.
With a quick mental calculation, Lin Su gauged the extent of his current prowess.
At this moment, by coordinating the talents of all five beasts, his strength was on par with a fourth realm Immortal.
This was a baseline comparison of raw power. When accounting for the complexities of various laws, the explosive potential of the time system, and other variables, he might even be capable of challenging a sixth realm adversary across a two-realm gap.
He had already surpassed the limits of his previous life!
If he possessed such might at the epic level, he could hardly imagine the heights he would reach upon becoming a legendary-level master.
The mere thought sent his pulse racing.
“Cai Zun, my journey through the Lingxia Secret Realm has been more than fruitful, and I am now prepared to depart.” He spoke quietly, his mind drifting toward the Immortal Phoenix Sect and his master.
Having been away from the Eastern Extreme Domain for nearly a month, he felt a lingering concern for his master’s well-being.
“Since you have decided, then follow me.” Cai Zun gathered Lin Su and the five beasts, and they soon ascended from the entrance of the Lingxia Secret Realm.
Waiting outside the portal were Miao Yunge and several other immortals belonging to the Self Transformation Valley.
“Senior Miao, seniors.” Lin Su bowed deeply to the assembled group, expressing his sincere appreciation. “I am truly thankful for the hospitality and care you have shown me during my stay.”
“Are you certain you won’t stay for a few more days?” Miao Yunge inquired, a hint of regret visible on her face.
“Indeed, I have made up my mind to begin my journey back to the Eastern Extreme Domain today...”
Just as the words “back to the Eastern Extreme Domain” left Lin Su’s mouth, a violent surge of time system energy erupted from Qiuqiu. The vertical eye on its forehead flared with brilliant light, the intricate patterns within the pupil spinning in a frantic, uncontrolled rhythm.
This sudden manifestation caused Lin Su to stop mid-sentence.
The onlookers turned toward Qiuqiu, their faces etched with confusion.
What was happening?
Qiuqiu’s demeanor shifted instantly into one of grim intensity.
The mention of his homeland seemed to have struck a chord with the laws of time, triggering an involuntary activation of Qiuqiu’s Time Prophecy.
Such an occurrence was highly irregular!
To start, this could only happen if Qiuqiu’s comprehension of time system rules had reached the first realm.
While Qiuqiu’s true mastery of time had always been superior, its functional level had been suppressed by its growth stage, remaining at the ninth level of rule comprehension. This had prevented such triggers until now.
By breaking through to the emperor rank, Qiuqiu’s effective rule level had finally reached the first realm, satisfying the requirements for a passive activation.
Furthermore, the Time Prophecy only triggered on its own during moments of genuine, life-threatening peril.
The last time this had occurred was when Qiuqiu foresaw the Time Master’s invasion of the Endless Sea in a previous timeline.
The catalyst for this vision was clear...
“Mee! (ᓀωᓂ)” (On our path home, we are going to be ambushed by immortal-level beasts!)
Qiuqiu cried out in alarm, having just witnessed a terrifying vision where they were slaughtered by immortal-level beasts during their journey.
“What?!”
Lin Su’s eyes snapped wide as the weight of the warning hit him.
Immortal-level beasts?!
Given the current state of Qiuqiu’s time rules, there was almost no chance the prophecy was a mistake.
Therefore...
His expression became deadly serious.
Where would such immortal-level beasts even come from?
Was it the Three Beast Taming Sects?
No, that seemed impossible.
Recalling the friendliness those three sects had displayed, Lin Su dismissed the idea as highly improbable.
Yet, during his time in the Northern God Domain, he hadn't crossed paths with any other immortal-level beasts, had he?
The other four beasts also looked on with grave expressions.
They had absolute faith in Qiuqiu’s visions.
What exactly was going on?
Nearby, Miao Yunge and the other immortals looked on with startled expressions.
“Are you saying that an immortal-level beast intends to strike Young Lin Su on his way to the Eastern Extreme Domain?” Miao Yunge asked, her brows furrowed as she observed Qiuqiu.
This was indeed a beast of the time system, and such creatures were known for their prophetic gifts.
Miao Yunge couldn't be certain of the vision's precision, but she knew it was better to be cautious than to face a catastrophe.
Without a moment's delay, she spoke up, “How many immortals are we talking about? Our sect will provide an escort of immortals to ensure your safe return.”