Chapter 511: Chapter 506: Better Lay Low for a While~

“Cha, you really are a freak of nature. Not only do you have a bizarre Spirit Master talent, but even your Bond Curse Mark is larger than a regular person’s.”

Bai Qi laughed as he looked at the Friendship Curse Mark Alpha had released.

“I’m also surprised. But from the looks of it, being a Spirit Controller doesn’t hinder one from being a Beast Master, right?”

Bai Qiucha smiled and said, “If I can do it, I suppose other Beast Masters could also do it.”

“We’ve already studied this. It can’t be done.”

Bai Qi shook his head and said, “The Bond Curse Mark is very similar to the Rune Mark of a Beast Master. Only the subject matter moves from the human soul space to the pet’s soul space. Once a Bond Contract is made, you would most likely lose a contract slot.”

“I see.”

Bai Qiucha nodded and asked, “What about Legendary Beast Masters or someone like President Qin who’s already lost a contract slot? Their situation should be similar to mine, right?”

“President Qin has tried. He could indeed do it. As for Legendary Beast Masters…”

Bai Qi shrugged and said, “I don’t think they really need it.”

“Right.”

Upon hearing this, Bai Qiucha understood. He knew very well how much resources his father had spent to raise four legendary creatures. Instead of wasting resources to raise a spirit beast, it would be better to focus on raising a new legendary creature.”

“Damn it! I initially wanted to see what Bond Curse Mark I could awaken, and now you’re saying it can’t be done?”

Bai Yuxiao was full of regret. If he weren’t afraid of being beaten to death by Bai Tongchen, he would really want to try it.

“Having too many pets can easily distract you. Even if you could do it, I wouldn’t recommend you trying.”

Gu Shan suddenly spoke up, acting like a veteran advising a newcomer.

“Anyone can say that, except for you, Gu Shan.”

Bai Yuxiao rolled his eyes in annoyance. There was no persuasiveness to discuss quantity of pets with someone who had double the contract slots.

“But Gu Shan is indeed correct. Having too many pets multiplies the pressure, so you Beast Masters should just focus on training your own pets.”

Bai Qi smiled at his words. Not to mention Bai Yuxiao, he himself had thought of this idea, but considering the resources required for his six pets to ascend to Emperor rank and that he hadn’t even seen a hint of Legendary, he had given it up.

Moreover, he had others to take care of.

Bai Qi glanced at Alpha and Seven Swords who were still training nearby, and sighed silently.

He should focus on growing his own beasts first.

“Speaking of which, Bai Qi, why are you here instead of staying at the Super God Evolution Research Institute? Isn’t today the handover day of the Dream Battle System? Don’t you, the Institute’s Director, need to be present?”

Bai Yuxiao looked at Bai Qi and asked.

As the last test stage user of the Dream Battle System, Bai Yuxiao had a good understanding of its schedule. After all, it might be the only device that both provided the fun of playing games and wouldn’t get him beaten by his father.

“Technically, I should be there, but President Qin suggested that I lay low.”

Bai Qi dejectedly ducked his head, glanced guiltily out the window, and said, “I kind of have a feeling that I won’t be able to stay here for long, either.”

“Does this have to do with the release of information about the Bond Curse Mark?”

Bai Qiucha was the first to react and asked.

“Yes.”

Bai Qi sighed in frustration. “Although the Beast Master Association and the Thirteenth Bureau immediately sealed off this information and limited the internet with a Snare, the disturbance that day was too big. After last time’s tripartite negotiations, we released the information.”

“Looking at you, were you sold out?”

Bai Yuxiao chuckled.

“Nobody sold me out, but everyone automatically locked their targets onto me.”

Bai Qi covered his face and said, “Now the Super God Evolution Research Institute and the Beast Master Association are both surrounded. They’re all hoping to get firsthand information.”‘

“Don’t even talk about Bai Qi, I’m also being watched. I had to run out with him,” said Zhuge Chen, with a bitter smile on his face. As the first Spirit Controller to awaken the Bond Curse Mark, he also became a figure of interest. If he hadn’t reacted quickly, Bai Qi would have probably left him there to face the music.

“Well, I sympathize.”

Bai Yuxiao and the others expressed their sympathy, but when they were about to say something more, Bai Qi suddenly jumped up and looked out the window.

“Those paparazzi, do they need to react this quickly!? If our tribe goes to war in the future, I’ll suggest to the military to enlist them as scouts!”

Bai Qi grumbled and then summoned Delta, “Guys, I need to make a run for it. See you.”

“Wait, take me with you!”

Zhuge Chen rushed to catch up as soon as he saw Bai Qi leave. But before Bai Qi could respond, Bai Yuxiao suddenly said, “Didn’t the Association nearly finish building an underwater base under the Element Gate? What do you think about hiding there?”

“Hmm? That’s a good idea!”

Bai Qi’s eyes lit up at the suggestion. The underwater base was located beneath Taize Lake, where the temperature was extremely low, making it impossible for the regular paparazzi to follow. Even if some daredevils tried to approach the Association base, they wouldn’t have to worry about it.

“In that case, let’s go together.”

Bai Qiucha and the others exchanged smiles and climbed onto Delta’s back. Together, they flew towards the Taize Lake Base.

…

At the Taize Lake Base…

Zhang Shan, looking stern, observed Bai Qi and his group, who had triggered the Taize Lake alarm system by appearing suddenly. He stayed silent this whole time.

“Why didn’t anyone tell me that Instructor Zhang Shan was in charge of the Taize Lake Base?”

Bai Qi looked helpless, turning to Yuxiao, who was equally clueless.

“The Taize Lake Base is still under construction. Apart from designated personnel, no one is allowed to approach. You guys know that, right?”

The Taize Lake Base was still a secret to the public, but members of the Six Towers were aware, especially those nearby. They had received the information a long time ago.

However, by coincidence, everyone present on the scene had ignored it due to various reasons.

“Alright, Zhang Shan, these guys already know about the existence of Element Gate. You don’t have to be so hard on them.”

At that moment, a voice sounded from the side, “Ah, isn’t this the ambassador of peace from the Water and Fire Elemental Realms? Just let him do it.”

“Uncle Chun, how come you’re here?”

Bai Qi looked up and was surprised to find that it was Chun Yushui, whom he hadn’t seen in a long time.

“The research value of the Element Gate is very high. Of course, I couldn’t miss it. By the way, I also wanted this young man to come and test the waters.”

After taking a swig of alcohol, Feng Ye emerged from the side and said, “Long time no see, Bai Qi.”

“Feng Ye? It really has been a long time.”

Considering their prior involvement with transporting the prototype of an ancient species for the association, it had indeed been several months since the two had last met.

“It’s not your turn to greet each other yet.”

Zhang Shan suddenly spoke up as Feng Ye was about to say something. His gaze swept over everyone before stating, “This is a special situation, so I won’t hold it against you.”

“Great~”

Upon hearing this, Yuxiao couldn’t help expressing her joy.

“However, each of you will have to hand in a report of ten thousand words afterward.”

Everyone fell silent, but the thought of finally seeing the legendary Element Gate filled them with excitement.

“Feng Ye, have you already advanced to a Fifth Stage Beast Master?”

Bai Qi glanced at the rune mark on Feng Ye’s hand and asked.

“Yes, I’ve just advanced recently. Since Uncle Chun mentioned that the association has its own Element Gate now, I thought I’d come and try my luck.”

Feng Ye nodded, “My first four pets were all Earth Elementals, so I wanted to try something different this time.”

“All Earth Elementals? Did you rob the entire Earth Elemental Realm?”

Bai Qi was taken aback by Feng Ye’s words and couldn’t help asking, “Do you know where the Earth Elemental Realm is?”

“Earth Elemental Realm? Impossible!”

Feng Ye shook his head, “I just happened to find a few Earth Elementals while exploring a secret realm once. We hit it off, so they’ve been following me around. Every time I advanced a stage, I would contract one.”

“I suddenly understand why you’re so unlucky… you’ve used up all your luck.”

Bai Qi clicked his tongue in disbelief, then followed Zhang Shan deep into the base.

“Uncle Chun, you can let Feng Ye try to communicate now.”

Zhang Shan opened the large iron door that sealed the Element Gate.

“Thank you.”

Uncle Chun nodded and kicked Feng Ye towards the door.

“Hurry up, kid. After you’re done, I have to go have a drink!”

“I got it, I got it, you old drunk.”

With a look of disgust, Feng Ye dusted the footprints off his butt, hesitated between the Water and Fire Element Gates for a moment, then chose the Fire Element Gate.

With four Earth Elementals at his disposal, defense was no longer an issue. As for offense… it depended on the situation. It was still better to contract another Fire Elemental.

At the very least, it could be used to light a fire as a candle in the wilderness.

Feng Ye placed his hand on the Element Gate and infused his spirit power. The Fire Element Gate immediately lit up, and a peculiar array began to form.

“So this is how you summon elemental creatures?”

Yuxiao was curious. After all, elemental creatures were relatively rare in the outside world, and she wanted to get a good look at them.

“Indeed. The Element Gate will select elemental creatures based on your spirit power. If both parties agree, it will transport them out of the Elemental World.”

Bai Qi nodded, “However, it’s all about luck. If you’re unlucky, you might end up summoning a tiny spark.”

Just as his words fell, a burst of flame exploded from the Fire Element Gate. Feng Ye fell to the ground, with a small fire creature sprawled on his face.

It was indeed all about luck!

At the same time, aside from Zhuge Xu, an identical thought struck the Association members. Even Chun Yushui wore an expression of helplessness.

This kid was truly unlucky~

“Hurry up and find another one. Surly you wouldn’t settle for calling this little spark out.”

Chun Yushui picked up the small fire creature, intending to figure out a way to send him back to the Fire Elemental Realm. To his surprise, the little creature opened its mouth and spewed out a surge of fire, charring Chun Yushui into a black charcoal.

“What a tough little guy!”

Feng Ye couldn’t help but laugh at the sight, “Never mind, I’ll keep him!”

Such a fiery temper that even dared to burn Uncle Chun… there was no way he could send it back.