What does it mean when a pet evolves incorrectly?

Thinking of this, Su Qingyuan couldn't help but sigh.

For the past year, she has had the same dream every month.

A nightmare that foretells the future.

The nightmare was long. She dreamed that after graduating, she went to the Starry Sky Federation Academy for further studies, achieved a series of outstanding results with excellent performance, and became a senior beast tamer at an early age, and was hailed as a genius beast tamer of the new generation.

As expected, she will forge ahead on the path of a beast tamer, bringing unparalleled glory to herself and her family.

But two years later, the apocalypse came.

A type of pet known as the Dark Species swept across the world like a tidal wave, wreaking havoc on every corner of human civilization.

No, it wasn't just human civilization that suffered; even the civilizations of pet animals were ravaged, resulting in widespread death and destruction.

Cries and desperate howls filled the entire world.

During this crisis, her family and friends left one after another, and she was forced to stay in the Starry Sky Federation due to the severance of ties between the federations.

Four years later, struggling in the Dark Crisis, he had to exhaust his potential and advance to the level of a master beast tamer through some forbidden means.

In the world before darkness descended, this speed of advancement was unprecedented and unparalleled.

In the midst of the Dark Crisis, even master-level beast tamers are like drifting catkins in the wind, unable to cause the slightest ripple.

In a desperate battle to defend the city, she stepped forward, but was powerless against the endless stream of dark creatures, and eventually died from exhaustion.

Every dream is like a real life.

Su Qingyuan initially thought it was just an unexpected nightmare caused by the pressure of the college entrance examination, but when she had the same nightmare at the same time every month, she realized one thing clearly—she had foreseen the future of mankind.

A future that can only be described as hopeless.

Because of a series of recurring nightmares, she suffered from neurasthenia and poor health throughout the year, and was even taken to consult a psychologist, but no problems were found.

No one believed her nightmare, just as no one believed that human civilization would be on the verge of extinction two years later.

But last night, this dream took an unprecedented turn.

She faced the same fate for the first three years, but in the final battle to defend the city, she was surrounded by endless dark creatures. In her despair, a pet beast tore through the endless darkness that shrouded the sky and wielded its sword to defeat all the dark creatures.

She looked up and saw the appearance of the pet.

A pet I've never seen before.

His entire body was covered in black gold battle armor, his head was majestic, a metal shield was spread on his back, his arms were like dragon claws with blazing blades, his posture was upright like a war god, and his aura was awe-inspiring.

Later, she learned from those around her that a beast tamer from the Eastern Empire had traveled across the ocean to rescue the surviving people.

The dream ends here.

Su Qingyuan knew that the future had undergone tremendous changes.

A savior for mankind has appeared.

"Yuan Yuan, let's go."

Hearing Zhang Xiaoxiao's voice, Su Qingyuan collected her thoughts, looked up, and saw that the unfamiliar classmate Lin Chen had already left with the Flame Claw Beast.

"What are you thinking about?"

Zhang Xiaoxiao waved her hand in front of Su Qingyuan's slightly confused face, then cheerfully hugged the latter's arm, her voice light and cheerful, "Let's hurry up and choose our pets."

"Mm." Su Qingyuan came back to her senses and nodded gently.

The two continued forward, passing through the ordinary pet breeding area, when Zhang Xiaoxiao suddenly asked, "Yuanyuan, are you really not planning to go to the Starry Sky Federation?"

Su Qingyuan's eyelashes trembled slightly. She didn't answer immediately, but looked around—all kinds of pets lived harmoniously in the breeding house. The summer breeze gently rustled the grass and trees, and the warm sunlight reflected in her eyes through the glass.

"That's wonderful," she whispered.

"What?" Zhang Xiaoxiao was taken aback.

Su Qingyuan's brows gradually relaxed, and a bright smile spread across her face: "These days are truly wonderful."

There are no disgusting and cruel dark creatures, no life-or-death crises, and no global catastrophes.

For the sake of this peaceful life, and for the sake of ordinary people like Xiaoxiao and Lin Chen, she decided to stay in Donghuang this time to find the savior and end this world-destroying crisis ahead of schedule.

But where is that savior right now?

Four years later, having the power to save the world, he must already be a world-renowned titled beast tamer, exploring the limits of pet beasts and striving to become a legendary beast tamer.

"The weather is so nice today."

Through the glass of the reception desk, one could see the bright sunshine and clear blue sky outside. Lin Chen, a new Beast Tamer, stretched and looked content: "I really wish every day could be this nice."

The receptionist smiled and said, "Yes, we will."

With the help of the staff, Lin Chen completed the signing of the purchase contract, and then looked at the Flame Claw Beast: "Let's begin."

The next moment, he stopped smiling and focused his mind.

Following the method taught by his teacher, Lin Chen mobilized the faint spiritual energy within his body and carefully guided it out.

The invisible spiritual power, like a slender and warm thread, slowly extended, transforming into an invisible spiritual bridge that gently connected with the Flameclaw Beast before him.

The Flameclaw Beast paused slightly, clearly sensing that there was no malice in this spiritual force, only a comfortable warmth, like lying on soft sand basking in the sun, with the lazy sunlight enveloping its entire body.

In a short while, the mental connection was completely solidified.

Immediately afterwards, the Flameclaw Beast's figure transformed into a faint white light and disappeared from the spot.

Lin Chen closed his eyes and sank his mind into the beast-taming space within his body—an infinitely large spiritual space where the Flame Claw Beast, full of curiosity, hopped and jumped around, its eyes brimming with wonder.

Sensing this, Lin Chen slowly opened his eyes, his smile growing even wider: "Success."

[Player has successfully obtained Agumon; quest complete]

[Mission Rewards: 10 Experience Points, 1 Double Experience Card, 1 Small Explosive Move Learning Machine]

Main Quest 1: Evolve Agumon into Greymon

[Mission Reward: Badge of Courage]

New player tasks completed and new main quests introduced.

Lin Chen didn't have time to think too much. With a thought, accompanied by a flash of white light, the Flame Claw Beast reappeared in front of him.

The Flameclaw Beast shook its head, its eyes darting around, clearly curious about what had just happened.

"Gag?"

Perhaps due to their mental connection, the Flameclaw Beast's wariness and guardedness lessened considerably. It tilted its head and looked at Lin Chen: "Gag!"

Let's play one more time!

Lin Chen chuckled to himself.

The staff member then said, "Congratulations on successfully contracting the Flameclaw Beast. You will need to pay 80,000 Federal Credits. Cash or card payment?"

Lin Chen took out his bank card and handed it over, saying at the same time:

"Could you please give me four more cans of energy liquid for Tier 1 pets, and three energy cubes for fire-type pets?"

Pets consume a lot of energy through their daily activities and training. Ordinary food is insufficient to sustain this energy expenditure, so energy liquids must be used to replenish it in a timely manner.

Energy cubes not only replenish energy but also accelerate the growth of fire-type pets and enhance their physique. Although they are more expensive than energy liquids, this money must be spent so that Flameclaw can become stronger quickly.

One can of energy liquid can feed a Flameclaw Beast for a week, while the consumption rate of energy cubes depends on the pet's own consumption rate.

While quickly calculating the charges, the receptionist said:

"A can of Tier 1 energy liquid costs 500 Federal Coins, a fire-type energy cube costs 1,000 Federal Coins, plus the 80,000 spent on purchasing the Flame Claw Beast, totaling 85,000 Federal Coins."

Lin Chen felt a pang of regret, but the training of the Flame Claw Beast was urgent, so he nodded and signaled the staff to swipe their card to deduct the payment.

But then he suddenly remembered something and asked, "Are there any special offers or discounts available right now?"

Upon hearing this, the receptionist pondered for a moment and said:

"Student, if you go to the Beast Tamer Association to get certified as an apprentice Beast Tamer now, you can enjoy a 2% discount on pet supplies when you buy them at our breeding shop."

That being said, the staff didn't expect Lin Chen to actually go.

Even with the discount, Lin Chen only received a 100 yuan discount.

However, it takes an hour to get from here to the Beastmaster Association and back, and this period is also the peak time for certified Beastmasters, so the processing time will be extended indefinitely.

For the vast majority of newly graduated apprentice beast tamers, they would rather forgo the 100 discount than go through the hassle of going back and forth.

After all, if you have the financial means to become a beast tamer, who would care about a mere hundred?

Lin Chen's eyes lit up.

He forgot that in this world where beast tamers hold a very high status, they can enjoy exclusive discounts in many situations, including when purchasing pet supplies.

Although the 2% discount for trainee beast tamers isn't particularly large, they frequently need to buy pet supplies, and over time, this can save them a considerable amount of money.

Moreover, the benefits one can enjoy will be even greater after becoming a higher-level Beastmaster.

"Thanks for reminding me, I'll go verify it right away."

Lin Chen smiled and thanked him, then left his personal information at the front desk before turning and leaving the pet breeding house.

Without walking or taking a taxi, Lin Chen waited at the bus stop at the entrance for ten minutes before boarding the bus to the Beast Tamer Association.

One hour later.

Lin Chen, who had successfully become a trainee beast tamer and purchased pet supplies at a discount, stood outside the breeding house, a gentle summer breeze blowing in his face.

Cars streamed along the streets, pedestrians bustled about, and the sunlight shone warmly on my skin.

Lin Chen carefully put the newly acquired pet supplies into his backpack, glanced down at the relaxed Flameclaw Beast beside him, and smiled slightly.

"Let's go home."

【Ding--】

A cold, clear system notification sounded in my mind without warning.

The growth of Digimon begins with the first step.

Save the world, starting now.

[Mission Objective: Please complete your first basic training session with Agumon, then run back to your residence from your current location.]

[Task Rewards: 5 Experience Points, 1 Double Experience Card]

"Hmm? Another quest that rewards experience points?"

According to my memories from my past life, experience points are very important in the game "Digimon Evolution," as they are the only way to level up your Digimon.

There are two ways to gain experience points: one is to complete tasks; the other is to defeat other Digimon.

As the thought flashed through his mind, Lin Chen paused noticeably when he noticed the specific details of the mission.

He silently took out his phone, opened the map, and located his home address.

The navigation route is clearly displayed—a total of fifteen kilometers.

Lin Chen: "..."

His lips twitched almost imperceptibly.

Fifteen kilometers, even with his physical abilities far exceeding those of ordinary people after becoming an apprentice beast tamer, was by no means easy.

What kind of logic is there in a beast tamer training their beast along with it?!

That's not right!

I request to republish the task!

The system remained silent, showing no response.

Lin Chen sighed and looked at the Flame Claw Beast, saying, "Let's play a game."

The Flameclaw Beast was taken aback:

"Gag?"

Lin Chen remained expressionless, his tone revealing no sign of anything amiss:

"A great game that can temper your body and will, let your skin feel the summer heat, let your footsteps measure the earth, and make your heart race."

"Gag?"