My Beast Is the 12-Winged Angel Chapter 2: 20 Million! No Negotiation!

The moment the Enchanting Demon stopped speaking, a heavy, death-like silence enveloped the entire altar.

Every pair of eyes was locked onto her.

Being the center of such intense focus caused a flicker of hesitation to cross the Enchanting Demon’s features...

Nevertheless, she subtly distanced herself from Gu Xing, shifting half a step closer to Chen Shan.

A blatant betrayal!

Gu Xing stood frozen, as if a bolt of lightning had struck him where he stood.

In this world, the idea of a Guardian Beast turning on its master was more preposterous than the sun rising in the west!

One must understand that to a Guardian Beast, a summoner is equivalent to a life-giving "parent."

The overwhelming majority of Guardian Beasts would choose death on the battlefield over betraying their masters.

Yet, the Enchanting Demon standing before him...

Gu Xing fixed his gaze upon her.

That pure, modest face still appeared harmless.

But to his eyes now, it looked like a carefully crafted mask...

A facade hiding nothing but cold calculation and avarice!

Suddenly, however, Gu Xing began to smile.

Sometimes, a disaster is merely a blessing in disguise.

It was far better to witness her true nature now than to keep a ticking time bomb at his side!

So what if she was an Epic Level Guardian Beast?

With his golden finger, he wasn't limited to Cultivation for just one!

Even if he replaced her with a mediocre Guardian Beast, his Cultivation methods would eventually lead it to the Peak, given enough time!

"How amusing."

Gu Xing laughed softly, shaking his head in disdain:

"It appears that some people... or rather, some beasts, lack even the most fundamental concept of loyalty."

On the opposite side.

Chen Shan was momentarily stunned before his grin widened even further.

"I have heard rumors that the Enchanting Demon tribe possesses exceptional intelligence, and today proves those rumors true!"

"Ms. Enchanting Demon, if you are willing to serve my son, the Chen Family will hold nothing back in your Cultivation!"

As he spoke, he cast a mocking glance toward Gu Xing:

"Young student, your Guardian Beast has made her choice; surely you wouldn't... make things difficult for her, would you?"

"Ridiculous!"

Wang Yi, who had witnessed the entire ordeal, stepped forward abruptly and spat out a curse.

A veteran retired from the front lines, Wang Yi felt nothing but loathing for Chen Shan’s bullying tactics.

"The 'Longxia Beast Taming Technique' explicitly states that any Guardian Beast transaction requires the summoner's consent! Since when does the Guardian Beast make the rules?"

He turned to Gu Xing, his gaze burning with intensity:

"As long as you refuse today, no one is taking her anywhere!"

This declaration once again shifted the focus of the crowd onto Gu Xing.

The wind sweeping across the altar suddenly died down.

Gu Xing turned his head slowly to look at the Enchanting Demon; her eyes were filled with a desperate longing for freedom.

This Guardian Beast... was truly that eager to abandon him?

He let out a sudden laugh, one filled with both mockery and a sense of liberation.

"Mr. Chen," Gu Xing’s voice was eerily steady, "I agree to the deal."

Relief and joy blossomed on the faces of both Chen Shan and the Enchanting Demon, but before they could celebrate—

"However..."

Those two words sent their hearts leaping into their throats.

"The price is doubled. Twenty million."

—Boom!

The figure hit like a thunderclap, causing Chen Shan’s expression to twist violently.

Everyone knew the market rate for a standard Epic Level Guardian Beast was roughly 8 million.

His offer of 10 million was already a premium, yet this brat had the audacity to hike the price!

"Little brother, this amount..."

Chen Shan fought to keep his rage in check as he tried to bargain.

"There is no room for negotiation."

Gu Xing cut him off sharply, his tone turning ice-cold:

"If Mr. Chen is unwilling to meet this price..."

"I would rather send her to be destroyed!"

Crack!

The Enchanting Demon’s composed mask shattered instantly.

Being a Spiritual Type Guardian Beast, she could feel the genuine killing intent behind Gu Xing’s words—

This man wasn't bluffing!

"Wah..."

Faced with the prospect of death, she could no longer maintain her pathetic act.

She looked at Chen Shan in a panic, her eyes pleading for salvation.

This was her only lifeline!

Meanwhile, Chen Shan looked conflicted, his face darkening.

Twenty million wasn't an impossible sum, but being backed into a corner by a mere novice left a bitter taste in his mouth.

He glared at the young man, whose resolute posture only fueled his irritation.

But for the sake of his son’s future, he forced himself to swallow his pride.

He would secure the Guardian Beast first; there would be plenty of time to settle scores later.

"Fine, I accept your terms!"

Chen Shan forced the words out through clenched teeth.

Gu Xing wasted no more words, decisively severing the temporary contract with the Enchanting Demon.

Now free, the Enchanting Demon immediately turned grateful eyes toward Chen Shan, her voice dripping with sweetness:

"I will surely be a great help to your son~"

Having got what he came for, Chen Shan let out a cold snort and departed with the Enchanting Demon in tow.

Beside him, Mr. Wang let out a weary sigh, patting Gu Xing’s shoulder as the boy stood there looking slightly dazed.

"I've seen many things in my time, but a Guardian Beast betraying its master..."

He shook his head, "That is a first for me."

"Still, perhaps it's for the best."

"At least you learned her true colors now. With this capital, you can definitely find a high-Grade Guardian Beast and focus on your Cultivation."

"Thank you, Mr. Wang."

After saying his goodbyes to Wang Yi, Gu Xing walked away from the Summoning Altar alone.

The setting sun stretched his shadow thin across the pavement. The exotic architecture and the various Guardian Beasts roaming the streets served as a constant reminder that he was no longer in his old world.

He exhaled deeply, pushing down the turbulence in his heart.

The most critical task now was to form a contract with a new Guardian Beast as quickly as possible—

Regardless of its Talent!

"Without a Guardian Beast, I won't even qualify for the school selection in ten days..."

Gu Xing whispered to himself, his brow furrowing.

The "college entrance exam" here was nothing like his previous life.

It was a brutal three-stage elimination process, with the school’s internal selection starting in just ten days.

Only the top 100 students from each academy would move forward, and he was currently teetering on the edge of that cutoff.

The thought made him tighten his grip.

If the Enchanting Demon hadn't turned on him, ten days would have been sufficient to gather the resources for her first Cultivation session...

If that Epic Level beast had been upgraded, he might not have taken first place, but a top-ten finish would have been guaranteed.

But now...

His knuckles turned white as he forced himself to stay composed.

"At least I have twenty million..."

That massive sum was enough to buy a Guardian Beast with superior Talent from a Beast Taming Shop.

It couldn't compare to an Epic Talent, but it was his only option left.

Gu Xing raised his hand, signaling a taxi pulled by two-footed drakes. As he climbed into the carriage, he spoke firmly:

"Driver, take me to the Beast Taming Shop. The biggest one in Lin Yuan City!"

...

...