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During their conversation, Ye Xiangting finished her search and asked, "How about the Sky King Hotel? It's a five-star, super close to the Sky Beast Arena. I heard you can see the arena right from the rooms."
That hotel invited me too... Qiao Sang nodded. "Sure, let's go with that one."
She had eaten at the Sky King Hotel with Coach Tao before and remembered the location, it was indeed very close to the arena.
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7:00 PM.
Sky King Hotel.
Under the guidance of the staff, Qiao Sang's group entered the presidential suite.
"Our hotel boasts a prime location with a view of the Sky Beast Arena right outside the window. Additionally, we provide a private butler for our presidential suites. If you need anything, just press the service button, and the butler will assist you immediately." The staff member said respectfully.
"Fu fu." A cat-like pet, about 1.5 meters tall and wearing a matching uniform with a bowtie, let out a cry.
Butler Meow, a Psychic-type pet with high intelligence. They are excellent at childcare, despise conflict, and diligently look after people and pets to seek feelings of joy and gratitude. Providing care to gain positive emotional energy is their primary source of fulfillment...
Information about the pet flashed through Qiao Sang’s mind. She gave it a small nod and said politely, "I understand."
"Then I won't disturb you further." The staff member said before turning to leave.
"Fu fu." The Butler Meow chirped, following them out and considerately closing the door.
Once outside, the staff member's expression shifted to extreme excitement. They whipped out their phone and sent a message to a group chat at lightning speed: [Ah! Qiao Sang is so friendly! And the Qinyin Fairy is just too cute! I didn't even dare look at them directly.]
After sending the message, the staff member turned to the Butler Meow and whispered, "That’s an incredibly powerful person in there. You must provide top-tier service, understood?"
"Fu fu." Butler Meow nodded.
The staff member leaned in closer. "Many people in the hotel are her fans. If you serve her well and she stays a few extra days, the positive energy you collect will be more than ever before."
"Fu fu."
Butler Meow nodded, placing a paw on the staff member. A wave of pink energy was immediately absorbed into its body. It had actually noticed that since this human entered the hotel, everyone had become much happier. The air was filled with a wonderful scent.
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Presidential Suite.
"Xun xun~"
"Qing qing."
Little Treasure and Qingbao floated curiously through the various rooms.
"Mom, why don't you stay here too?" Qiao Sang suggested after scanning the layout. Aside from the study and living room, there were two bedrooms, each with a double bed.
Ye Xiangting immediately agreed. "Alright, I'll go check out of my room in a bit." Staying together was indeed much more convenient for her.
"I'll be heading out then. Get some rest early." Mikayla said.
"Teacher, why don't you stay here as well?" Ye Xiangting offered.
Mikayla declined. "No need. Getting here takes me only an instant." Her main purpose for coming along was to set a coordinate for easier teleportation later.
Qiao Sang said, "Rest well, Teacher."
Mikayla’s expression softened. She gave Qiao Sang a smile and vanished into thin air.
Ye Xiangting was startled. "Spatial Shift? Where was her pet? I didn't see it at all."
"It's a Psychic-type pet that usually stays invisible." Qiao Sang explained.
Ye Xiangting thought for a moment. "Can Little Treasure use Spatial Shift while invisible?"
"Probably." Qiao Sang said uncertainly. In matches, Little Treasure usually used Teleportation while invisible to move between spots. For long-distance Spatial Shift, he usually revealed himself. She hadn't actually seen him do it while hidden. But if his proficiency in both skills was high enough, it shouldn't be an issue.
"Xun xun~"
Hearing the conversation, Little Treasure floated over and wagged a short toe.
It’s not 'probably,' I can do it.
"Xun xun?"
He let out a questioning chirp toward his Master's mother.
Qiao Sang translated: "He's asking if you want to go check out now. He can take you."
Ye Xiangting blinked, then laughed. "Sure."
Little Treasure gave his Master a "watch this" look and turned invisible. A second later, Qiao Sang's mother vanished from the room.
Qiao Sang: ...
I knew he'd do that...
Qiao Sang did a quick wash-up in the bathroom and returned to the bedroom to brief her team on their next opponent.
"Wu Tianjiao has two King-level pets, one General-level, one High-level, and one Beginner-level. We don't need to worry about the High and Beginner ones. Let's focus on the King and General levels..."
Qiao Sang talked on and on. Yabao, Lubao, Gangbao, and Qingbao sat in a neat row, listening intently. When Ye Xiangting teleported back, this was the scene she witnessed. She watched for two seconds, then quietly dragged her luggage into the other bedroom.
"Xun xun! Xun xun!"
Little Treasure floated over, chirping indignantly. He was upset they had started discussing such critical secrets without waiting for him to get back.
Qiao Sang looked at him. "I'm letting Gangbao take the lead this round."
"Xun xun..." Little Treasure immediately went quiet.
Oh, I'm not fighting? Never mind then...
"Xun xun..." But then he started to feel conflicted again. His younger brother had already fought in the last round, and now he wanted a turn too.
Qiao Sang explained patiently, "Gangbao dreamed of an evolution scene. If I'm not mistaken, it will likely happen during tomorrow's match."
"Yap yap!"
Yabao's eyes lit up. Really?
"Gang Zhan."
Gangbao nodded.
"Lu Di."
Lubao chirped a word of congratulations.
Qingbao looked confused and curious.
Dreaming of an evolution? What does that even mean? Can dreams come true?
"Xun xun?!"
Just as it was about to ask, Little Treasure took a step back, looking horrified.
What? Evolution?! Does that mean... from now on, even the little bro will be stronger than me? Am I going to be demoted to Number Four?!
Visions began to dance in his head.
"Yap yap." Big Brother Yabao chirped. Number Four.
"Lu Di." Lubao chirped. Number Four.
"Gang Zhan." Gangbao chirped. Number Four.
"Qing qing." Qingbao chirped. Big Brother Four.
The world turned dark! Little Treasure felt dizzy, as if his future was hopeless.
"Gang Zhan."
At that moment, Gangbao reached out a wing and patted Little Treasure with a sincere expression. She chirped to reassure him: Don't worry, regardless of whether I evolve tomorrow, you will always be my Big Brother.
"Xun xun..."
Little Treasure stared at Gangbao, his eyes suddenly tearing up with emotion.
"Gang Zhan."
Seeing him like that, Gangbao turned back to her Master, signaling that she could continue.
"Qing qing..."
Qingbao looked at Gangbao, then at the touched Little Treasure, and seemed to understand something.
Gangbao is even better at coaxing him than I am now... Qiao Sang cleared her throat and continued: "Thunder-Numb Spirit, a Thunder-type General-level pet. Both its attack and speed are extremely high. According to the data, it has the Volt Absorb and Quick Feet traits. You all know Volt Absorb from before. Quick Feet increases the pet's speed when it is afflicted by a status condition."
Introducing this pet, she looked specifically at Gangbao. "It is definitely faster than you. So, at the very start of the match, you should maintain Iron Defense. Otherwise, you might not even have time to set up a defense."
"Gang Zhan."
Gangbao nodded solemnly.
Qiao Sang continued, "Also, if the fur on its body stands up, it’s a signal that it’s about to launch a Thunder-type skill. You can use its fur to judge when it's about to strike. From what I’ve gathered, the Thunder-Numb Spirit was Wu Tianjiao’s second pet, yet it isn’t one of her two King-levels..."
"Xun xun..."
The moved Little Treasure snapped out of it, and the world went dark again. He was also his Master's second contract, and not only was he not King-level yet, but he was also about to become the fourth strongest...
Then, his Master’s next words hit his ears: "This indicates that the Thunder-Numb Spirit's strength cannot be measured by ordinary General-level standards. It’s likely already at the late General stage or peak, and it hasn't become a King-level only because its evolution conditions are extremely harsh..."
At this point, Qiao Sang noticed Little Treasure staring at her intensely. She added, "Or, perhaps like Little Treasure, it wants a Perfect Evolution, but the required items are too rare to find, which is why it hasn't reached King-level yet..."
"Xun xun..."
Little Treasure’s eyes lit up. He felt enlightened. So I'm only evolving slower than Big Brother Yabao and the others because I'm going for a Perfect Evolution!
Qiao Sang caught his expression and smiled. Returning to the topic: "This Thunder-Numb Spirit is the exact pet that appeared in Gangbao's dream. Barring any surprises, Gangbao will be the one facing it."
She looked at Gangbao and outlined the strategy: "Its energy is higher than yours, so we have no chance in a long game. Given the Thunder-Numb Spirit's battle style, it will likely launch a fierce offensive early on. To win, our best bet is to use Air Absorption to slash its speed and then counter-attack. However,"
Qiao Sang paused, "If the predicted scene is indeed tomorrow, the match likely won't follow my current analysis."
Statistically, when a pet evolves during a battle, it usually happens while they are losing. If they defeated the Thunder-Numb Spirit too easily, Gangbao probably wouldn't trigger a Bond Evolution.
"Tomorrow's match might be very difficult for you." Qiao Sang said.
"Gang Zhan."
Gangbao’s eyes were filled with resolve. She knew.
Suddenly, Qiao Sang’s phone vibrated. It was a message from Rong Yuhua: [Wu Tianjiao.txt]
Nothing else was written.
Qiao Sang clicked the file. When she saw a certain piece of information, her face turned grave. She replied: [Thank you.]
This data was a massive help.
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The next day.
2:30 PM.
Sky Beast Arena.
"Honored guests and the national audience, good afternoon!"
The host, standing on a blue bird pet, announced loudly, "Now, we will hold the second semi-final of this Regional Tournament! It is between Contestant Qiao Sang and Contestant Wu Tianjiao! This is the eighth round and the penultimate match held at the Sky Beast Arena. The winner today will stay here for the final showdown! Who will claim the last spot in the finals?"
"Please give the warmest welcome to Qiao Sang and Wu Tianjiao!"
The arena erupted into deafening cheers and screams.
"Qiao Sang! Must win! I bet my whole life savings on you winning 3:0!"
"Crap, you really dared to bet that? It's the semi-finals and you're still betting 3:0?"
"Wealth is found in risk, you wouldn't understand."
"A 3:0 is unlikely this time. Wu Tianjiao made it to the finals in the Zidia Region before."
"Can the Zidia Region even compare to our Central Sky Region?"
"Don't forget Qiao Sang isn't from our region either."
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Family seating area.
"Xun xun!"
"Xun xun!"
An invisible Little Treasure was screaming his head off in excitement.
"Wait, why do I hear a Ghost Ring King?" People nearby muttered, looking around.
"Ahem..." Ye Xiangting coughed twice.
"Xun xun..."
Little Treasure’s voice vanished. He hadn't expected he’d have to stay invisible even in the audience. But he understood, if the opponent was sharp-eyed like his Master and saw him in the stands, they’d know he wasn't competing and might adjust their lineup accordingly.
Amidst the cheers, two Cyan Bird pets carrying Qiao Sang and Wu Tianjiao rose into the air and landed on the field.
In the commentary booth, Tian Yiwan said, "Qiao Sang and Wu Tianjiao have taken the stage. The first spot in the finals already belongs to Yuan Tianlong. I wonder whose hands the last spot will fall into."
Tang Xueran added, "One is Wu Tianjiao, who has participated in multiple regional tournaments and has unquestionable strength and popularity. The other is Qiao Sang, the youngest contestant, who is competing across regions for the first time and has fought her way to the semi-finals. I wouldn't be surprised no matter which of them wins the last spot."
The "10" countdown appeared in light and shadow on the field. A mechanical voice followed.
Wu Tianjiao... Qiao Sang looked at the woman with long black hair and sharp features. If Rong Yuhua’s data was correct, then her first pet...
The countdown hit "1". The shadows vanished.
Please don't let there be a mistake... Qiao Sang could hear her own heart pounding. She formed her hand seals. Large red star arrays lit up on the ground.
Two massive pets emerged from the arrays.
"Lei ma."
"Gang Zhan."
"She actually sent out the Steel Sword Falcon first..." Wu Tianjiao thought, a flash of surprise in her eyes. But then she smiled. Though it differed from her original plan, a Steel Sword Falcon was fine, she could take the first round easily.
"Contestant Wu Tianjiao has sent out the Thunder-Numb Spirit, and Contestant Qiao Sang has sent out the Steel Sword Falcon." Tian Yiwan said with some surprise.
"Both sides have coincidentally sent out General-level pets for the first match. Is this chemistry?"
The audience looked at each other, seeing only confusion and bewilderment in each other's eyes.
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Thanks for the chapter!
ReplyDeleteGetting right to the evolution, I see