Beast Taming: My spirit beast bloodline is overloaded

Chapter 205 Assassination of the Imperial Advisor
Lin Chen's pupils dilated upon hearing this.

It's time to come.

Needless to say, this old gentleman was Zhong Nan, whom Lin Chen had met a few days ago.

If it were anyone else, Lin Chen's emotions wouldn't have fluctuated so much.

But now it concerns the position of Imperial Preceptor and the future of the Cangling Ancient Kingdom.

"Does the teacher know?" Lin Chen asked.

"I...I haven't told him yet," Bai Ling said weakly. "I don't dare to tell him."

"Why?"

"My teacher is very kind to me, and I'm afraid that if I become his apprentice, I will hurt his feelings."

"So, do you want to?"

“The old gentleman doesn’t have much time left, and I’m afraid of upsetting him.”

"So what are your true thoughts?" Lin Chen knew Bai Ling's personality well.

She often thinks from the other person's perspective and rarely considers her own feelings.

This is also the personality trait she developed during the years she suffered from her illness.

This kind of kind nature has both advantages and disadvantages.

After hearing Lin Chen's words, Bai Ling considered them carefully and finally said, "Actually, I can't really explain it. When I first met the old gentleman, I just felt that he looked very familiar and made me feel very close to him."

Lin Chen was taken aback.

He had heard Bai Ling say before that she had never left Nancheng since she was a child, so how could she have met Zhong Nan?
Could it be that there is some kind of connection between people with good fortune?

While thinking, Bai Ling added, "He said he wouldn't take up my time and would only teach me for a year."

"So, you want to go?"

"Yes." Bai Ling nodded and said, "The old gentleman also promised me that he would help Xiu Xiu grow up."

"A Devouring Beast?!"

Lin Chen was startled.

Lin Chen and Liu Gu had previously discussed the Devouring Beast, and at the time they both felt that it would be extremely difficult for the Devouring Beast to gain combat abilities.

Now it seems that Zhong Nan might be able to do it.

Lin Chen frowned.

It's a good thing for Bai Ling that the Devouring Beast was able to take a step forward.

But once Bai Ling agrees, she will be entangled with the National Academy.

Lin Chen was also conflicted, because he didn't know whether his suggestion would push Bai Ling into a fire pit or save her.

"You want to go, right?" Lin Chen asked.

Bai Ling nodded.

In fact, her views have changed a lot during this period. She also hopes to become stronger, not for herself, but also for the Devouring Beast.

Of her three spirit beasts, the latter two need no further explanation, but the Devouring Beast's abilities are indeed too poor.

Bai Ling didn't want the Devouring Beast to become insecure in the future.

"If you want to go, then go for it," Lin Chen said. "Don't worry about your teacher; he'll support you."

Lin Chen believed that Liu Gu definitely knew more about this than he did.

Although neither he nor Liu Gu wanted Bai Ling to come into contact with the National Academy, many things are mysterious and unpredictable.

Zhong Nanlai met with him and taught him the Dragon Transformation Technique.

This incidates that
Zhong Nan may have foreseen the future.

As for how much he calculated, that remains unknown.

"Okay." With Lin Chen's support, Bai Ling's mind became firm. Just as she was about to leave, Lin Chen thought for a moment and called her back.

Bai Ling turned around, looked at Lin Chen with a puzzled expression, and asked, "What's wrong?"

“If you don’t want to stay there anymore, just tell us, and the teacher and I will come pick you up,” Lin Chen said.

Bai Ling was taken aback for a moment, then smiled and nodded emphatically.

"teacher"

Inside the restaurant, neither Zhong Nan nor Zhang Jin had gone to sleep; the latter was asking him about Bai Ling's situation that day.

Bai Ling came to deliver medicine as usual, but to her surprise, Zhong Nan immediately said he wanted to take her as his apprentice.

Zhang Jin understood that Zhong Nan was preparing to place Bai Ling on the water's surface.

"Do you think I can't protect her?" Zhong Nan said.

"The students dare not."

Zhang Jin quickly said, "I just don't understand why Bai Ling was brought out so early."

"Because my days are numbered," Zhong Nan said.

Zhang Jin remained silent.

"Moreover, if Bai Ling wants to become the Imperial Preceptor, she must also set foot in Tiandu," Zhong Nan said.

Zhang Jin nodded.

Although he anticipated that Bai Ling wouldn't be able to handle the mess in Tiandu.

But since Zhong Nan has already chosen Bai Ling, then Bai Ling must take this step.

"What if Bai Ling doesn't agree?"

"She will agree."

"Why?"

"Because I told her that I could help her Devourer grow."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Jin quickly said, "Teacher, you wouldn't be planning to use dragon energy to cleanse the marrow of the Devouring Beast, would you?"

“Bai Ling doesn’t have a spirit dragon; her Devouring Beast is a spirit dragon,” Zhong Nan said simply and directly.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Jin took a deep breath.
The Dragon Qi Cleansing Marrow is a privilege reserved only for the Imperial Advisor.

This means that Zhong Nan has truly placed all his last bets on Bai Ling.

He thought for a moment, then finally asked, "If she agrees, should we announce it to Tiandu?"

“Of course,” Zhong Nan said confidently. “My apprentice should naturally be announced to the whole country.”

Upon hearing this, Zhang Jin remained silent.

Because he knew that once Bai Ling's identity was revealed, Tiandu would definitely take action.

He said no more, only, "I'll take my leave now and come back to pick you up tomorrow."

Zhong Nan nodded, and Zhang Jin left the room.

Bai Ling returned to the restaurant and found that Liu Gu was still awake and was writing something on the table.

Bai Ling remembered Lin Chen's words and was about to speak, but then hesitated and stopped.

She is a very considerate person when it comes to other people's feelings, and I was really afraid that if she opened her mouth, she would break Liu Gu's heart.

Liu Gu witnessed this scene and asked calmly, "Did you go to see Lin Chen?"

How did the teacher know?

“You don’t have any friends here, just Lin Chen.”

"Teacher guessed right." Bai Ling ran up behind Liu Gu and massaged his shoulders. The latter put down his pen and said, "Tell me, is there something you can't figure out?"

Bai Ling hesitated.

"Can't I tell the teacher if something happens now?" Liu Gu glared at him and asked, "Are you dating someone?"

"No, no." Bai Ling quickly shook her head, looked directly into Liu Gu's eyes, and finally said, "Teacher, can I discuss something with you?"

Liu Gu frowned.

In fact, he had already guessed some of it.

This afternoon, Bai Ling went to Zhong Nan's restaurant to deliver medicine, and this is what happened when she came back.

Bai Ling no longer hesitated and told the whole story.

After saying that, Bai Ling raised her hand again and said, "Teacher, I don't mean to look down on you. I know you've been very kind to me, but old man..."

“You don’t want to let me down, and you don’t want to hurt his feelings, right?” Liu Gu asked.

"Mm." Bai Ling nodded.

Upon hearing this, Liu Gu laughed and said, "Among three people walking together, there must be one who can teach me. In one's life, one will naturally have many teachers. For example, I have ten teachers outside, and Dean Zhu is one of them." "So, you agree?" Bai Ling asked in surprise.

Liu Gu patted her head and said, "Silly girl, this matter shouldn't be judged by what the teacher thinks, but by what you think."

“I want to give it a try, not only for the old man, but also for Xiuxiu.”

"Since you've already made up your mind, then go and give it a try."

Liu Gu forced a smile.

At this point, he didn't need to say anything more.

Just like Zhu Tong said, everything about the National Teachers' College is up to fate.

Everyone knows that Bai Ling is not suitable to be the national advisor, and Zhong Nan certainly couldn't be unaware of this.

But Zhong Nan ultimately chose Bai Ling, and there were reasons for it.

Moreover, if the Devouring Beast can truly undergo a transformation in Zhong Nan's hands, that would be a good thing.

Finally, Liu Gu added, "If you're unhappy over there, just tell your teacher, and your teacher will come and pick you up."

Bai Ling's eyes reddened after hearing this.

"What's wrong?" Liu Gu asked, startled.

"No, it's nothing." Bai Ling wiped away her tears. The reason she lost her composure was because Liu Gu and Lin Chen said the same thing, which made Bai Ling feel at ease.

Bai Ling spent her entire life battling illness, and had very few opportunities to interact with people.

But she was good at judging people; she knew that Liu Gu and Lin Chen were both genuinely kind to her.

She forced a smile and said, "Teacher, I'll only be gone for a year, I'll come back eventually."

That night was long.

Lin Chen is asleep, Zhong Nan is asleep, Bai Ling is asleep, and Liu Gu is asleep too.

But in a ruin in Baidi City, where the lights were still on, Taylor had not gone to sleep, but had come here.

Because he had just received a message from Gu An.

After daybreak, the national advisor Zhong Nan will personally go to the students' residences to meet them.

According to Gu An's meaning
He saw this as a good opportunity, and Taylor could arrange for someone to make a move at this time.

Taylor thought so too.

He had previously inquired about Zhong Nan's security situation and knew that the hotel where Zhong Nan was staying was surrounded by the Heavenly Shadow Guards, making it extremely difficult to take action.

The original plan was to take action against Zhong Nan at the final awards ceremony.

But now things have changed. Zhong Nan actually left the restaurant early to meet with the students, which is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for them.

Because where Lin Chen and his group lived was far from the bustling city center, it was a hundred times easier to target them than a restaurant.

"Do you all understand?" When Taylor told these "assassins" the plan, a hint of unease appeared in their eyes.

Tomorrow, they will take action against the Grand Preceptor of the Cangling Ancient Kingdom, and the risks involved are self-evident.

It is clear that some people will not be able to return tomorrow.

Taylor turned to the level 80 Beastmaster and said, "You'll lead the team tomorrow. You only have five minutes, understand?"

The assassin nodded.

Then Taylor took out another portrait and said, "He will be there tomorrow. If anyone sees him or his spirit beast in the chaos, and kills or injures him, the reward will be calculated separately later."

Everyone turned to look, and then they saw a person, a cow, and a fox.

That's right.

These are portraits of Lin Chen, Xiao Bai, and Xiao Hong.

The reason is...
After learning about Lin Chen's spirit beast abilities, Taylor felt uneasy.

The power of gods and demons, combined with the power to control the heart and control fire, may become a turning point in the finals.

Taylor was determined to win the championship at this tournament, so he didn't want any unexpected changes in the final.

Therefore, the best solution is to resolve this variable.

The next day, Lin Chen went to bed late. When he opened his eyes, Xiao Bai and Xiao Hong had already started cultivating.

They were exhausted from a long day yesterday and slept all night, so they were full of energy when they woke up. Little White had suffered some minor injuries, but they were almost healed by now.

After dinner, Zhang Suqing came over and told Lin Chen the meeting place.

"Right away." Lin Chen finished dressing and followed Zhang Suqing.

Zhang Suqing seemed quite excited. As she walked, she said, "I heard that National Preceptor Zhong Nan is very serious. I wonder if it's true?"

Lin Chen thought back for a moment, realizing he definitely didn't know anything about Zhong Nan's personality.

But Zhong Nan gave Lin Chen a feeling of unease.

This unease stemmed from the feeling he got from Zhong Nan.
He seemed to be able to see through everything.

Lin Chen seemed to have no secrets from him.

This feeling made Lin Chen feel extremely insecure.

However, deep down, Lin Chen respected him very much.

When they arrived at the meeting place, Wu Chen and the others had already arrived. Ning Tian had also rushed over from the clinic after hearing that Zhong Nan would be coming to meet them, just to see Zhong Nan in person.

A short while later, Zhang Daoren also appeared. At this time, Wu Chen asked, "Mentor, should we wait in line?"

Upon hearing this, Master Zhang laughed heartily and said, "National Preceptor Zhongnan does not wish to make a show of things, so these formalities are unnecessary. If anyone has any questions during this visit, please feel free to ask. This is a rare opportunity."

Everyone nodded.

Lin Chen sat beside him, his mind somewhat adrift.

He was thinking about Bai Ling coming to see him last night.

Considering that he had previously taught Zhong Nan the Dragon Transformation Technique, does this mean that Zhong Nan had already planned everything?
But why was the Dragon Transformation Technique taught to him?

Lost in thought, someone suddenly called out, "It seems they've arrived."

Lin Chen came to his senses and indeed saw a large number of Heavenly Shadow Guards approaching from a distance.

The presence of such a massive Sky Shadow Guard clearing the way must mean that Zhong Nan has arrived.

Lin Chen also stood up and looked into the distance. Sure enough, Zhong Nan was walking slowly from a distance. He was the same person Lin Chen had seen that day.

The three spirit beasts, including Xiaobai, were unaware of the situation and were stunned on the spot. Xiaobai even wanted to ask a question on the spot, but Lin Chen made a shushing sound.

The news that Zhong Nan had come to see him must not be known to anyone else, and the fact that he possessed the Dragon Transformation Technique must remain a top secret.

Amidst everyone's eager anticipation, Zhong Nan, accompanied by Zhang Jin and Zhu Tong on either side, arrived before them.

Zhu Tong spoke first, saying, "Grand Preceptor, these are the nine students who will fight for Ling Kingdom this time."

Zhong Nan glanced at the crowd, smiled, and said, "Thank you for your hard work this time."

“Fighting for our country is our honor,” Wu Chen immediately said. “This country is also ours.”

"Okay, okay." Zhong Nan laughed, but his gaze didn't linger on Wu Chen; instead, it was fixed on Lin Chen.

Lin Chen naturally noticed it, and he took a breath, avoiding direct eye contact with him.

Zhong Nan's gaze was the same as the last time we met, as if he could see right through you.

This feeling made Lin Chen very unhappy.
If Bai Ling becomes the Imperial Advisor in the future, will it be the same?
Immediately afterwards, Zhong Nan took his seat and began to speak, and the students also sat down.

Zhong Nan is very knowledgeable. He talks about the great principles of life and also recounts some past events.

He didn't put on airs and answered all the questions Wu Chen and the others asked.

The meeting was short; it was originally scheduled for only one hour, but it ended up lasting an hour and a half. Finally, Zhang Jin said, "Teacher, it's almost time."

"Hehe, is it time?" Zhong Nan chuckled and stood up, and Wu Chen and the others quickly stood up as well.

"Don't feel pressured for the final six days from now. You've already done enough."

Zhong Nan concluded by offering them encouragement, after which Wu Chen led the way, cupping his hands in farewell and shouting, "Respectfully seeing off the Imperial Preceptor!"

Zhong Nan didn't put on airs; he bowed to them and then prepared to leave.

Zhang Jin glanced at Liao Qing, the captain of the Heavenly Shadow Guard, who said, "I've already made arrangements; a group of Heavenly Shadow Guards have already gone to clear the way."

Zhang Jin nodded and was about to return to Zhong Nan's side when a beast's roar rang out.

Immediately afterwards, a huge fireball flew in from the distant dense forest.

Before Lin Chen and the others could react, they felt the immense beastly aura. The humans were alright, but low-level spirit beasts like Xiaobai were suppressed by this powerful aura and even lost their will to fight.

"Teacher, be careful!" Zhang Jin shouted and stepped in front of Zhong Nan.

Zhong Nan, on the other hand, remained calm and composed, gazing at the dense forest in the distance, seemingly lost in thought.

(End of this chapter)