Beast Taming: My spirit beast bloodline is overloaded

Chapter 220 Obtaining 11 Drops of Phoenix Essence Blood
Lin Chen broke out in a cold sweat, then suddenly remembered something and looked at Liu Gu questioningly, "Teacher, are you now..."

"You're still one step ahead of me, aren't you?" Liu Gu said with a laugh.

"This student dares not," Lin Chen quickly cupped his hands in greeting.

He didn't mean it that way; he was just curious.

“That’s right, above mentors are elders, and I’m not one yet.” Liu Gu’s gaze showed no envy.

In fact, the Spirit Academy established this rule because those who can receive guidance from the Tree Ancestor are not ordinary students. Such students are considered to have a promising future, so they are given elder positions in advance, which is equivalent to binding them with the power.

Lin Chen's abilities in this Beast Fighting Tournament were astonishing, which is why the Spirit Academy made a special exception for him.

"Teacher, can this elder freely enter and leave the medicine storehouse?" Lin Chen's eyes were full of greed.

"Of course not," Liu Gu said. "You wish. This Spirit Academy's medicine storehouse is intended for students. However, elders do have special privileges, namely, they can take ten sets of medicine from the storehouse every year."

Lin Chen was overjoyed to hear this and asked, "When can we go?"

"Let's wait a little longer," Liu Gu said. "Elder Yu is in Tiandu for your sake. He still needs to communicate with the Tree Ancestor about this matter."

"Is this tree ancestor a celestial beast?" Lin Chen asked curiously.

"I don't know." Liu Gu shook his head and said, "It's probably close enough. Anyway, it's responsible for your safety in the Spirit Academy."

This wait lasted for several days, during which time Lin Chen resumed his usual cultivation.

Because of this beast fighting tournament, Lin Chen has become a celebrity. He gets greeted everywhere he goes, which is also a kind of trouble.

On the tenth day, Zhu Tong found Lin Chen and told them that they had not found any traces at the scene.

"Did you come to the wrong place?" Lin Chen asked.

“It was erased. There was a pit there, filled with water,” Zhu Tong said.

Lin Chen exhaled, he had actually guessed it.

"The Beast Tamer Guild hasn't found any clues either," Zhu Tong said. "For your safety, I think we should investigate this matter discreetly."

"I will follow the dean's instructions."

"Has Elder Yu contacted you?" Zhu Tong asked again.

Lin Chen shook his head.

Zhu Tong said, "Then let's wait a little longer. He should be back soon. This time, the people from the National Academy should come back with him."

Nearly 10 days later, Yu Xiu returned to the Spirit Academy, accompanied by Zhang Jin.

As soon as Zhang Jin arrived, he found Bai Ling and spoke to her in secret. As for what they said, Lin Chen and the others had no idea.

I noticed that Bai Ling seemed preoccupied after she came out.

Zhang Jin then found Lin Chen again and had another secret conversation.

Lin Chen thought Zhang Jin was asking about the assassination, but unexpectedly Zhang Jin took out a bottle.

Seeing the blood rolling inside, Lin Chen felt like he'd been injected with adrenaline.

He knew what was inside the bottle.

Phoenix essence blood!

“The teacher said that you have completed the first transaction as promised. Here are 11 drops of phoenix blood essence, which means that your transaction has begun, so here is your reward first,” Zhang Jin said.

Lin Chen carefully took it, swallowing hard.

This is the essence of a phoenix, something many people will never see in their entire lives.

He now has 11 drops in his hands.

“Actually, if you don’t treat Li Zhen’s arm, it will be enough for your Flame Fox to evolve further,” Zhang Jin added.

Lin Chen was taken aback, then smiled and said, "There are many things that cannot be measured by money."

Zhang Jin didn't say anything, but his gaze towards Lin Chen held a newfound appreciation.

If Lin Chen used all 11 drops of phoenix blood essence for evolution, no one would say anything to him, because in Li Zhen's eyes, it would be a waste.

But Lin Chen felt that Li Zhen's kindness to him was greater than these 11 drops of phoenix blood essence.

"I have a question to ask," Lin Chen suddenly said.

"You said."

"Was Bai Ling's assassination attempt something the Grand Preceptor had anticipated?"

Upon hearing this, Zhang Jin smiled and said, "The Imperial Advisor can indeed predict some things, but it's impossible for him to be this accurate."

Lin Chen was taken aback. He wanted to ask where the remaining two Dragon Transformation Techniques would be used, but it was clear that he couldn't find the answer.

After speaking for a few minutes, Zhang Jin finally said, "Bai Ling will be fine in Tiandu. No one will dare to touch her."

Lin Chen didn't say anything. By the time they came out, Bai Ling had already packed her things.

Her eyes were red, clearly she was reluctant to leave this place.

But she also understood that this trip to Tiandu would be beneficial to her.

The Devouring Beast was her first spirit beast, and she hoped it could grow up.

As for the Imperial Advisor, she really had no interest in him.

After packing her things, Bai Ling solemnly performed the apprenticeship ceremony for Liu Gu.

Liu Gu simply nodded. Although he suppressed his emotions, it was clear that he was very reluctant to part with it.

Bai Ling was easily moved to tears. After wiping away her tears, she said to Lin Chen, "Thank you for taking care of me during this time."

Lin Chen smiled, nodded, and said to Bai Ling, "Of the three spirit beasts, the little fat one is the most useful. If you can't beat it, just run away, understand?"

"Ah."

Bai Ling nodded heavily and finally revealed a slight smile.

Finally, with the two of them watching her go, Bai Ling left with Zhang Jin.

Turning to Liu Gu, he said, "You should also get ready. The dean said you're going to see Tree Ancestor tomorrow, so you'd better do your best."

"Alright." Lin Chen nodded, glancing around the empty courtyard. Just as he was about to speak, Liu Gu said, "It's good that you two troublemakers are gone; I can take on new disciples now."

Lin Chen gave a wry smile, respectfully bowed to Liu Gu, and then left.

The next day, Lin Chen followed Liu Gu to Zhu Tong's residence, where he met Elder Yu Xiu.

"Greetings, Elder." Lin Chen bowed.

After returning, he heard that Yu Xiu had personally come out of seclusion for their sake, and even went directly to Tiandu, just to get an explanation.

After glancing at Lin Chen, Yu Xiu said, "Lin Chen, would you mind showing me your spirit beast?"

"of course can."

After Lin Chen finished speaking, he waved his hand to summon Little White and Little Fox. As soon as the two little guys came out, they stared at Yu Xiu, clearly sensing that the other party was not someone to be trifled with.

Lin Chen then had Xiaobai and the little fox demonstrate their skills. After watching, Yu Xiu neither praised nor criticized them, but said very seriously, "It is indeed the demonic power among the divine and demonic powers. Have you received guidance from a master before?"

Lin Chen didn't hide anything and told Qin Shaoshao about it.

Yu Xiu, the "Heavenly Spirit Body," was taken aback, then nodded and said, "You really should thank her. If this demonic power hadn't been suppressed from the beginning, it wouldn't be where it is today."

"However, your talent is also exceptional. You're not cut out for cultivating spiritual power, yet you've managed to reach such a level."

Then he looked at the little fox and said, "I know a thing or two about the cultivation of the Heart-Burning Fire Technique, and I can give you some pointers."

Lin Chen was overjoyed upon hearing this and thanked him repeatedly. The little fox was very clever and leaped over to Yu Xiu's side, giving him a shoulder massage.

Yu Xiu laughed heartily after reading it, then waved his hand and said, "You little fox can stay here for now. Once it has learned enough, I'll send it to find you."

"Thank you, Elder." Lin Chen cupped his hands in thanks, then left with Zhu Tong.

Once outside, Zhu Tong asked, "Do you know what the relationship is between the Grand Elder and the Imperial Preceptor?" Lin Chen shook his head. Zhu Tong glanced back at him and said:

"Back then, Zhong Nan was able to take up the position of National Preceptor without the help of the Grand Elder."

"The Spirit Academy is part of the National Academy of Educational Sciences?" Lin Chen asked in surprise.

“It can’t be said that they are from the same faction,” Zhu Tong said. “At that time, the position of Imperial Preceptor was vacant, and the people of Tiandu were fighting fiercely among themselves. The Grand Elder was also the Vice Dean of the Spirit Academy. He had contact with Zhong Nan and later decided to support him, even though many elders in the academy opposed it.”

"However, it was later proven that the Grand Elder was right. After Zhong Nan took office, he did indeed stabilize Tiandu."

"However, the Grand Elder also violated the academy rules, which is that he cannot participate in power struggles. He resigned from his position as vice dean and handed the position over to me."

"Otherwise, it might have taken me another thirty or forty years to reach my current position."

In the end, Zhu Tong gave a wry smile.

In terms of ability, Zhu Tong is indeed not worthy of the position of vice dean.

“He just said he had some knowledge of Burning Heart Fire Control, and that’s not an exaggeration,” Zhu Tong said quickly. “Back then, one of the people who supported Zhong Nan in becoming the National Preceptor was a rogue beast tamer, and her spirit beast was one who knew how to Burning Heart Fire Control.”

Lin Chen was taken aback and asked, "The Grand Elder and she have a very good relationship?"

"It's a woman," Zhu Tong simply stated.

Lin Chen immediately understood. He smiled and didn't ask any more questions.

Zhu Tong then led Lin Chen to the back mountain and said to the mountain, "Zhu Tong has brought his student Lin Chen to pay respects to the Tree Ancestor."

Lin Chen also bowed and clasped his hands in greeting.

Suddenly, something strange happened: the towering mountain that had just been there vanished like a phantom, as if it had never existed.

His gaze followed the vanished mountainside forward, revealing a vast, boundless open space before him.

In the center of the open space, a towering tree stood proudly. Its trunk was thicker than anyone could imagine; Lin Chen estimated that it would probably take dozens of people to encircle it.

The branches stretched out in all directions, like the claws of a dragon, branching into countless tiny twigs that intertwined to form a giant green net.

Each leaf is like a meticulously carved piece of jade, shimmering with an unusual light under the sunlight. That light is not ordinary emerald green, but rather possesses a deep, mysterious glow, as if concealing endless secrets.

Lin Chen could clearly feel that each leaf contained immense energy.

"Is this the World Tree?" Lin Chen murmured to himself, his voice filled with shock and awe.

Wood-type spirit beasts are somewhat different from animal-type spirit beasts. The evolution of wood-type spirit beasts is not as complicated as that of animal-type spirit beasts. The evolution direction of the Tree Ancestor is the World Tree.

Seeing such a large tree trunk, Lin Chen understood that the Tree Ancestor had evolved into a Celestial Beast.

Aside from the unicorn, Lin Chen had seen some real mythical beasts.

Lin Chen couldn't discern the Tree Ancestor's level; at its level, concealing one's own level was far too easy.

Lin Chen followed behind Zhu Tong, carrying the luggage again.

At this moment, the voice of the Tree Ancestor came and said, "Yu Xiu has already informed me that you are Lin Chen, right?"

"Yes, senior."

Lin Chen cupped his hands in greeting and then summoned Little White.

As soon as Xiaobai stood still, it heard the Tree Ancestor say, "Your spirit beast has indeed begun to comprehend the power of gods and demons. I can help you train its spiritual power."

"Thank you, Tree Ancestor."

Lin Chen said gratefully.

"Furthermore," the Tree Ancestor said to Lin Chen, "your Dragon Transformation Technique is too flashy. I can help you conceal it."

Lin Chen was taken aback, and then he felt himself enveloped in a blue light that lasted for nearly thirty seconds.

After it was over, Lin Chen looked at his hands but didn't notice any changes, so he asked in confusion, "Is that all?"

“Apart from those of my level, no one else can tell,” the Tree Ancestor replied.

Lin Chen was overjoyed and thanked him again.

Tree Ancestor helped him solve a major problem.

"The ox stays, you may leave," the Tree Ancestor said.

Lin Chen paused, thinking he would need company, since cultivating mental power was a very troublesome thing.

"It needs to meditate for a period of time. Whether you are here or not will not make a difference." The voice of the Tree Ancestor continued: "In the past, I saw that you were quite accomplished in the art of war. Since your spirit beast is going into seclusion, you should study this. It will be of great help to your future."

"Then I'll have to trouble Tree Ancestor."

Lin Chen cupped his hands in greeting, his hands trembling with sweat.

It seems that nothing, big or small, can be kept from the Tree Ancestor in the Spirit Academy.

Lin Chen turned to Xiao Bai and gently comforted her, "Xiao Bai, you must listen to the Tree Ancestor here."

Xiaobai nodded.

Although it doesn't feel anything right now, both Yu Xiu and Tree Ancestor are important figures, so their judgment shouldn't be wrong.

Xiao Bai doesn't want to repeat the same mistakes; if he loses control of himself, that will be a real problem.

Once outside, the artificial hill behind it returned to its original state.

Lin Chen glanced back, his pupils still showing some worry.

"What, you're still reluctant to part with it?" Zhu Tongyi smiled.

"These two spirit beasts have never been away from me for this long since they started following me, so they're a little unaccustomed to it," Lin Chen said.

"Anyone who didn't know better would think you were talking about your girlfriend."

Lin Chen smiled bitterly.

Zhu Tong was just joking; in reality, the relationship between spirit beasts and beast tamers is quite complex.

Family, fighting partners, a life-or-death pact
After walking for a while, Zhu Tong left, naturally because he had many things to do.

Lin Chen was a little confused. What should he do now?
Solving the war chess puzzle is not something that can be done in a day or two, and Lin Chen is currently unable to calm down and solve it.

"Forget it, I'm already level 18 now. Once Xiaobai and the others break through, I should be able to form a contract with Xiaohei. I'd better go to the pharmacy to see if my ten-piece set has arrived."

Lin Chen acted immediately and went straight to the medicine storehouse. Sure enough, there was good news. Instructor Xiao from the medicine storehouse told Lin Chen that all the materials he needed had been returned.

"Please indicate this." Instructor Xiao placed the medicinal herbs in front of Lin Chen.

Lin Chen didn't quite understand, so he said, "Can I take it back and show it to my teacher?"

“If others can’t do it, you can,” Instructor Xiao teased. “You’re a big star in the Spirit Academy now, I wouldn’t dare offend you.”

"Please stop teasing me, mentor," Lin Chen said with a wry smile.

Instructor Xiao laughed heartily and then said to Lin Chen, "You're about to become an elder, but we can't announce it to the public, it's too provocative. However, the dean said you can enjoy the benefits of an elder, so if you want any materials, just give them to me in advance and I'll prepare them for you."

"Thank you, Instructor Xiao." Lin Chen bowed in thanks and then left with the medicinal herbs.

Back in Liu Gu's courtyard, Liu Gu was quite surprised to see Lin Chen return. After Lin Chen explained the situation, Liu Gu said, "That's good, you can also handle Xiao Hei's matter now."

After saying that, Liu Gu smiled and said:

“Your two spirit beasts, one followed the Tree Ancestor and the other followed the Grand Elder, they won’t be stingy with resources.”

Lin Chen immediately understood upon hearing this.

The implication behind Liu Gu's words is...
These two little guys will level up very quickly.

Lin Chen couldn't help but worry. He wasn't worried about Xiao Bai, but the little fox was obsessed with leveling up. Would it ruin its foundation?
Liu Gu seemed to have guessed Lin Chen's thoughts and said:

"Don't worry, they've cultivated for so many years, they've walked more roads than you've eaten meals."

(End of this chapter)