Chapter 219 - 215: If the Dragon Wants to Live Comfortably, It Must Bear a Little Green on Its Head
Seeing Bai Qi being so sensible, Zhao Futu was quite pleased.
These days, young people who were talented and willing to work were becoming rarer. They wondered when they, the old men, would be able to retire.
“By the way, I heard you’ve concocted something called a Spirit-Control Orb? Can I see it?”
Bai Qi nodded, took out a Spirit-Control Orb, and handed it to Zhao Futu.
Zhao Futu took the Orb and gave it a brief look before smiling, “You certainly have ideas, which is characteristic of young people. Unfortunately, Gaia’s will has not appeared for many years. Otherwise, your Spirit-Control Orb might have become mainstream.”
Bai Qi shook his head, “The Chairman thinks too much of me. Without a Soul Contract, a beast and its Beast Master cannot grow together. The limit is still too low.”
“I don’t agree. Everything needs time to mature. What if one day you invent a device that aids evolution?”
Zhao Futu clearly had good expectations for Bai Qi. He said, “Even if it doesn’t work, your research would be a blessing for the talentless.”
“I heard from Heguang that Yi Yu from the Thirteenth Bureau has approached you for cooperation? That’s not bad. With the Federation’s backing, popularizing it would indeed be easier.”
At this, Zhao Futu’s face broke into a strange smile, “Although it’s a bit early, let me congratulate you in advance on becoming the youngest top tycoon in the Federation.”
“Thank you for your support, Chairman. When the time comes, I’ll still have to rely on the Association’s help.”
Bai Qi cracked a smile and silently roped the Association into his camp.
With the dual support of the Federation and the Association, the popularity of the Spirit-Control Orb could not be stopped. Even if it were to be given to Beast Masters for free, he would still need to get his small cut.
“Alright, you must be busy with your duties. You can come to me directly if there is something that the Association can help with.”
Having chatted leisurely with Bai Qi for a bit, Zhao Futu indicated to Bai Qi that he could leave now. The two did not linger and left in their own directions.
As soon as he walked out of the Tower of Decision, Luo Xiang gave Bai Qi a thumbs up, praising him, “Not bad, you actually managed to come up with a contract method independent of Rune Marks. And it’s a mechanical creation too. If Bai Chuanqi hadn’t been faster, I bet Mechanical Legend would absolutely have come to take you on as his apprentice.”
“Ahem, I don’t think it should have gone that far.”
Bai Qi gave an embarrassed laugh, then suddenly thought of something, and asked, “By the way, Instructor Luo, I heard there was a conflict between Mechanical Legend and Teacher? I didn’t notice it last time we met them?” Luo Xiang said, “A conflict? There is, in a way. After all, one is a Federation Titled Legendary, and one is a Association Titled Legendary. It wouldn’t be right if there were no conflicts.”
Bai Qi nodded in understanding. Even Titled Legendaries can’t act as they wish.
But there is indeed some bad blood between the Bai Chuanqi and Wang Chuanqi. You know how Bai Chuanqi is – he’s very earnest. As for Wang Chuanqi…”
An admiration flickered in Luo Xiang’s eyes, “Wang Chuanqi is of common birth, but his talent in Mechanical Engineering is unprecedented. Both Snare and Starry Sky Gate had his participation. His rate of progress is even faster than Bai Chuanqi’s.”
But it’s precisely because of this unconventional talent that Wang Chuanqi doesn’t take things too seriously and often likes to do things that don’t conform to standards. His character is diametrically opposed to Bai Chuanqi’s.” So that’s how it was. No wonder his teacher looked the way he did when he saw him making mechanical modifications to Alpha.
Bai Qi nodded slightly in understanding. Meanwhile, Luo Xiang continued speaking with a regretful expression:
“Had I not filled in the wrong aspiration and gone into the Rune Department, perhaps I would be a mechanic by now.”
The wrong aspiration?
Bai Qi’s eye twitched slightly, “Instructor Luo, are you serious?”
“Absolutely.”
Luo Xiang shrugged, “But later I realized I had no talent for mechanics and didn’t care anymore.”
Bai Qi finally figured it out. Thank goodness this big brother had no talent for mechanics, or who knew what he would have come up with.
“It’s getting late. You should go deal with that Legendary Giant Dragon. I’ll inform Zhang Shan.”
Looking at the sky, Luo Xiang said, “If you encounter any troubles, you can seek some help from Old Lady Fan. She has some understanding of communicating with beasts.”
“Alright, thanks Instructor Luo.”
Bai Qi nodded, then activated the mini tower pendant and arrived in the Green Dragon Secret Realm.
Nicholas was carefully watering the plants in the Jade Valley with a large watering can, looking just like a farming dragon.
Seeing Bai Qi appear, Nicholas immediately threw the watering can to the side and teleported next to Bai Qi, asking, “Hmm? Bai Qi, you’re finally here! Where’s Delta?!”
Shouldn’t you inquire about me, your only human friend, first?”
Bai Qi’s mouth twitched as he looked disgustedly at Nicholas.
“Aren’t you doing well? You have more vitality than before. You won’t die any time soon.” ’
Nicholas gave Bai Qi a glance and then began looking for Delta.
“After such a long time apart, can Delta already evolve into a Jade Young Dragon now?”
Bai Qi shook his head, “It’s not that simple, but I think I’ve found Delta’s method of evolution.”
Nicholas’s eyes lit up upon hearing this, “Hurry up, then. Let’s get Delta to evolve sooner.”
With that, Nicholas moved closer to Bai Qi. His large eyes stared at Bai Qi expectantly, the implications clear.
Seeing this, Bai Qi immediately summoned Delta. Nicholas moved closer and asked, “Why does he look a bit thin? His vitality also seems somewhat impaired, um…and what’s with that peculiar energy?”
Nicholas immediately noticed the anomaly in Delta. He promptly sent out a breath of Jade Dragon’s Breath. Delta’s condition instantly returned to optimal and he evolved into a creature of the Jade Dragon lineage.
After Delta’s evolution, Nicholas’s eyes toward Delta became more affectionate. He promptly plucked a heap of fruits from a nearby tree and placed them in front of Delta, indicating that she could help herself.
Seeing Nicholas care and fuss over Delta the way an old father would over a long-lost son, Bai Qi couldn’t help but laugh.
This guy must have a fatherhood fixation, right? He seemed quite interested in Alpha back then too…
Well, that worked out fine. From now on, he could happily mooch off this guy rightfully. If he could also score some high-level supplement seeds and bring them back, he’d be entirely self-sufficient.
*cough, cough…*
Bai Qi coughed softly, drawing Nicholas’s attention, and said, “Actually, I came here this time to discuss something with you.”
You have something to discuss with this dragon?”
Nicholas lifted his head in bewilderment, then suddenly exclaimed, “Are you planning to leave Delta here permanently?”
What are you thinking about? If I give you Delta, what will I use to fight others?”
Although Delta’s fighting style was not yet fully formed, it was promising. Under no circumstances would he leave Delta here. It would be more suitable to take Nicholas along.
“So what’s the matter? Do you have another pet that needs to evolve?” Nicholas looked curiously at Bai Qi and said, “With the Green Dragon scales, there shouldn’t be any problems, right?”
“Not that, it’s about the human matters I discussed with you before.”
Bai Qi shook his head, finally revealing the true purpose of his visit.
“Humans outside?”
Upon hearing this, Nicholas’s face changed and he started to avoid eye contact, This dragon already has contact with you, isn’t that enough?”
Bai Qi sighed and said, “I can’t stay here forever. After a while, I’ll return to
Gusu City. By then, no one will be able to find you.”
You’re leaving? Where to? This dragon will move the Secret Realm.”
As soon as Nicholas heard that Bai Qi was leaving, he stood up without hesitation and made a decision.
*cough, cough, there’s no need to bother, and I’m not leaving at the moment.” Seeing this, Bai Qi smiled lightly and said, “But now that humans are aware of your existence, and you’ve promised to negotiate with them, it’s not good to delay. After all, no one wants to have a Legendary Giant Dragon wandering around their home.”
Having heard Bai Qi’s words, Nicholas still couldn’t help but hesitate. He looked troubled and said, “But this dragon doesn’t interact with others much besides you, what if…”
Seeing Nicholas wavering, Bai Qi seized the opportunity and said, “Don’t worry, you’re a Legendary Giant Dragon, you don’t have to talk to everyone. If you don’t know how to respond, just hum. Besides, out there, you can encounter all sorts of flora and fauna, and even watch more games TV dramas…”
As Bai Qi listed the benefits one by one, Nicholas began to waver, but still couldn’t decide.
“But, this dragon still doesn’t want to interact with too many humans. Mother said there are many bad people among them.”
Bai Qi was taken aback by this, then he remembered what Luo Xiang had said to him, “What about interacting with beast? I know a place where all beasts live. Look, Delta also came from there.”
“Delta too?”
Upon hearing this, Nicholas finally seemed moved. He looked at Delta.
*Stomach rumbling*
(That’s right. And Old Lady Fan is kind to us.)
“Okay then, this dragon will go with you to check it out, but this dragon wants to visit that place first.”
Nicholas hesitated for a moment, then finally made up his mind.
“That can be arranged!”
Seeing Nicholas loosen up, Bai Qi immediately agreed, “You first transform into a humanoid form. I’ll take you around the training ground. If that works out, I’ll take you to meet the president.”
He finished the president’s mission in a few minutes. Shouldn’t he go find the president for some reward or something?
A legendary resource would do.
After deciding to leave, Nicholas took a deep breath, a jade green light flashed around his body, and his body suddenly shrunk. He quickly transformed into an attractive young man.
The only issue was his long green hair, which was rather conspicuous.
Bai Qi twitched the corner of his mouth, “Can you change your hair color?”
“Change the color? But it’s beautiful, isn’t it?”
Nicholas looked at his green hair in confusion, “Are green things not well- received among your humans?”
“No, no they are. It’s good. Very good.”
Bai Qi quickly shook his head. To have a successful dragon life, one must have some green.
With all this green, wouldn’t Nicholas’s dragon life be ready to take off?