Beast Taming: I'm Really Just a Forest Ranger-Chapter 142 - 118: Cola Breaks Through! Gale Hunting Dog, Tier 2! (2)
Zhuang Jianbai’s little chubby friend Wang Yuan leaned towards him and whispered, "Lao Zhuang, did you take on several tasks about Qinling?"
Zhuang Jianbai nodded, "I’m going to enter Qinling anyway, might solve them along the way."
Wang Yuan gave a thumbs up, "That’s Lao Zhuang for you, the effort you exert is equal to ten of me."
They entered the academy at the same time and he was well aware of Zhuang Jianbai’s level of effort.
From morning till night, learning all kinds of Pet Beast knowledge, training and nurturing Pet Beasts, seizing every spare moment to go to the Association to take on tasks, earning Contribution Value.
Currently, his total Contribution Value is leading far ahead in the Yunhua Beast Taming Academy.
Wang Yuan’s eyes shifted, suddenly remembering something, he whispered, "Are you about to exchange for the advancement conditions?"
"Still need fifty Contribution Value." Zhuang Jianbai replied.
"Awesome." Wang Yuan whispered in admiration, "Unlock the advancement conditions, then if you win the Taibai Cup this time, you’ll get that third-level resource."
"In this way, your Pet Beast can advance to Commander."
"By that time..." Wang Yuan slightly tilted his head, imagining many scenes in his mind, chuckling, "You’ll be the top Beastmaster in Qin Province, might even arm wrestle with those guys from headquarters."
"That so-called Number One Genius Beastmaster, Li Tianyun, to me, he’s not as good as you."
Zhuang Jianbai laughed dumbly, shaking his head, "No need to compare with others, as long as I keep progressing, that’s enough."
"Of course." Wang Yuan nodded repeatedly, "First set a small goal, win the little Taibai Cup Championship, then win the first Beastmaster Competition in Qin Province."
Zhuang Jianbai didn’t speak, but his eyes reflected strong confidence.
As Yunhua Beast Taming Academy’s current top-ranked Beastmaster, he had such confidence.
"Wow, such a cute little dog."
An observant female Beastmaster suddenly spotted a chubby Fire Dog pup on the ground, unable to resist the desire to touch it, crouched down extending her right hand.
"Arf arf."
Facing the sudden hand, the Fire Dog pup nimbly dodged, swiftly running away on its short legs.
The female Beastmaster stood up helplessly, yet suddenly noticed in the open space ahead, either lying down or standing were about ten dog-type Pet Beasts, instantly her eyes lit up.
Time to pet dogs!
She stepped forward and half a step, but saw a Fire Dog protect the pup behind it, casting a wary glance, while barking: "Arf arf!"
This bark instantly triggered a chain reaction, other Fire Dogs and Gale Hunting Dogs turned their heads, barking in chorus: "Arf arf arf!"
The female Beastmaster instinctively stepped back half a step, raising her hands: "Wait wait wait, I have no ill intent."
"I just wanted to pet it."
Growing up in the countryside, she instantly recalled the childhood fear of being dominated by the village Puppy Team.
And on her shoulder, initially lying peacefully was a petite Pet Beast, sensing its owner’s commotion, immediately opened its long eyes, sparks flickering in its mouth, glaring at the Puppy Team opposite.
"Arf arf!"
One by one, the dog-barking Pet Beasts instantly stood up, barking in unison, a tense atmosphere permeating the air.
"What’s going on?" Jiang Yuntao quickly approached, frowning and inquiring.
"Teacher..." The female Beastmaster pointed at the Puppy Team, softly saying, "I initially wanted to pet the Fire Dog pup, but it seems they misunderstood."
Jiang Yuntao sternly said, "How many times have I said, don’t touch Pet Beast pups casually when you see them, their parents must be nearby protecting them."
"Little ones with Pet Beasts are like powder kegs, easily ignited."
"I understand..." The female Beastmaster muttered, lowering her head.
Meanwhile,
One by one, the barking Pet Beasts made way on both sides, a majestic Gale Hunting Dog calmly walked out, its size the largest, eyes sharp, light brown fur swaying in the wind.
"Arf～"
Cola looked at the group of unfamiliar Beastmasters, and seeing the frightened Fire Dog pup, instantly grew angry and let out a roar.
Suddenly, all dog-type Pet Beasts spread out, attempting to encircle the female Beastmaster.
Jiang Yuntao recognized Cola as the leader of these dog-type Pet Beasts, quickly trying to explain: "We don’t have ill intent."
Cola ignored him, just staring intensely at the bewildered female Beastmaster.
Wang Yuan seeing this, couldn’t help but mutter, "Teacher, didn’t you say most Pet Beasts are single-minded? Reasoning with them when they’re angry is useless."
He paused, then laughed, "You must subdue them first, then reason with them."
Jiang Yuntao sighed helplessly, this indeed was true.
Most Pet Beasts have simple personalities, or single-minded, if your first impression on them is good, they’ll remember your kindness for a long time.
If the first impression is bad, they’ll refuse to communicate with you.
But Jiang Yuntao considered these dog-type Pet Beasts must have owners, and since they were outsiders, there was no need for a conflict in the village, so he pondered, "No, this is just a small conflict, just ask a villager to help explain."
"Teacher, I have a way." Zhuang Jianbai walked to Jiang Yuntao’s side, a mystical white summoning array appeared in front of him, surrounded by a white light, a figure quickly emerged.
Jiang Yuntao was initially taken aback, but then nodded in understanding.
Zhuang Jianbai’s initial Pet Beast was a Tier Two dog-type Pet Beast, it was the same race as the Puppy Team, able to communicate well.
If it couldn’t explain, the Tier Two strength would easily intimidate the Puppy Team.
Winter Dog was covered with thick snow-white fur, its size was even more robust than the Gale Hunting Dog, ears upright, light blue stripes spread across its body, blue eyes gazing forward.
"Winter Dog, please help explain to them." Zhuang Jianbai said.
"Arf."
Winter Dog nodded, stepping with solid strides, slowly moving forward, its strong figure emitting a powerful pressure, causing the surrounding Puppy Team to feel a tinge of fear, subconsciously retreating slowly.
"Arf arf arf!"
Seeing Winter Dog appear, Cola’s eyes widened, instantly realizing something was off.
This guy is here to challenge my leadership!
As the thought occurred, Cola no longer hesitated, a fierce gale rose around him, roaring out: "Arf arf!"
The owner said, facing unfamiliar Pet Beasts with bad attitudes, strike first!
Wang Yuan observed this scene, laughing, "What courage, daring to attack a Tier Two Winter Dog actively."
"Really not afraid of getting beaten."
However, the gale grew stronger, the dust raised pounced face-first, the nearby big trees rustling dropping leaves, Wang Yuan could distinctly feel clothes flying, a vague fear rising in his heart.
Wait.
Something’s not right!
The petite Pet Beast perched on the female Beastmaster’s shoulder was still confronting the Puppy Team, but as the gale whistled, its expression changed greatly, hiding behind the female Beastmaster.
The other Beastmasters’ faces all changed slightly, retreating while comforting their respective Pet Beasts.
Only Zhuang Jianbai stood still, expression as calm as ever, he gazed at the imposing Gale Hunting Dog, murmuring, "Tier Two Gale Hunting Dog."
Then, he turned to Jiang Yuntao, saying, "Teacher, seems this battle is unavoidable."
Jiang Yuntao was still puzzled why there was another Tier Two Pet Beast here, mixed with a group of Tier One Pet Beasts, but hearing Zhuang Jianbai’s voice, he quickly snapped back, swiftly looking around — there were no passing villagers, only their group.
And they were surrounded by this Puppy Team, the leading Gale Hunting Dog was eager to move.
As Zhuang Jianbai said, a fierce battle couldn’t be avoided.
Since that’s the case...
Jiang Yuntao silently sighed, "I understand, I’ll explain to the village’s officials later."
Upon hearing this, Wang Yuan patted his chest, grinning, "Lao Zhuang is making his move, no matter how strong this Gale Hunting Dog is, it’ll have to obediently apologize later."
Zhuang Jianbai lightly nodded, then stared ahead at the Winter Dog, eyes calm, mind sensing: "Winter Dog, Cold Breath."
