"Shush! There are only ten slots for the trip to Hanwu Kingdom's Sebei City, and it's already full today. If you want to go, come and queue up tomorrow!"
"This is for the trip to Anyuan Kingdom's Northern Meadows City. We're still short of three people. If you want to go, hurry up. If you're late, there won't be any slots left!"
"We're selling the offspring of a Tongxuan realm savage beast, Red-tailed Fox. If you're interested, hurry up and come over..."
...
At the front of the crowd, all sorts of noises could be heard.
"Xuanluo Mountain Range is backed by the Ten Kingdoms. Beiwu Kingdom, Hanwu Kingdom, Tianxuan Kingdom... All of them come here to trade. Every day, there are many people, especially those who are on long trips. There are only so many savage beasts in the entire Beast Hall, so it's impossible for everyone to get a seat. Most people have to queue up in advance. Some people have to wait here for half a month, but they still can't get a seat!"
Looking at the noisy crowd, Yun Tao explained.
"Can't get a seat even after half a month?" Zhang Xuan was taken aback.
He had already guessed that it was impossible for the Beast Hall to have sufficient savage beasts, but he didn't expect it to take so long.
If he had to wait here for half a month, he might as well ride the Gold Alloyed Panther straight to Tianwu Kingdom.
"Elder, rest assured!" Seeing Zhang Xuan's expression, Yun Tao chuckled. "As long as I complete the examination and become an official beast tamer, I'll be qualified to choose an aerial savage beast for elder. I won't have to wait here like everyone else."
Hearing his words, Zhang Xuan heaved a sigh of relief.
Every occupation had its own privileges.
It was just like how apothecaries were given priority when purchasing pills from the Apothecary Guild.
It was the same for beast tamers.
If others wanted to ride an aerial savage beast, they would have to queue up and wait. A fixed number of slots would be given out every day. However, official beast tamers were different. They could ride on an aerial savage beast directly.
"Then... let's go and complete the examination!"
Seeing the long queue, Zhang Xuan's scalp tingled. He waved his hands casually.
"Un, that's where the beast tamer examination is held!" Yun Tao led the way.
The few of them walked over, and upon seeing the ferocious Gold Alloyed Panther beside Zhang Xuan, they hurriedly stepped aside.
At this moment, the Gold Alloyed Panther no longer exuded the sharp aura it had when it first achieved a breakthrough. Other than its massive size, it didn't look too different from before. At first glance, one would think that it was only at Pixue realm.
However, even though it was a Pixue realm savage beast, no one dared to offend it. It wasn't because of its strength, but because they were in the Beast Hall. Those who were able to bring such a massive savage beast along with them were bound to be either beast tamers or apprentices. Regardless of which it was, they couldn't afford to offend them.
With no one obstructing them, they were able to move swiftly. Not too long later, they arrived before a massive room. At the entrance of the room, there were five large words written on it, 'Beast Tamer Examination'.
Unlike the alchemist assessment area, it was much more spacious.
"There's still some time before the examination ends. It's not too late, let's go in!"
Thinking that he would be able to become an official beast tamer very soon, Yun Tao's eyes gleam in excitement. Chuckling, he walks in.
"Isn't this Yun Tao? Why are you back so soon? Did you come back dejectedly because you thought you couldn't pass the test? "
Before they even entered the door, they heard a slightly mocking voice.
Turning his head, he saw a young man swaggering over with his subordinates and a huge Tiger Head Beast.
This Tiger Head Beast is even larger than the Gold Alloyed Panther, and its aura is even more fearsome. It feels as though it could tear the heavens apart.
However, in terms of strength, it is still slightly lacking. It is only at Pixue realm primary stage.
"This is the Sixth Prince of Beichen Kingdom, Zhu Jinhuang. He has always been at odds with our prince …"
Seeing Zhang Xuan's bewilderment, one of Yun Tao's subordinates sends a telepathic message to him.
"Beichen Kingdom?"
A map of the surrounding area appears in Zhang Xuan's mind.
Just like Hanwu Kingdom, Beichen Kingdom is also a Tier 2 Kingdom. Due to its close proximity to Hanwu Kingdom, there is constant friction between the two kingdoms. As members of the royal families of the two kingdoms, it is normal for them to view one another with hostility.
"The conflict between the two of them … isn't because of their territories, but because …"
Before Yun Tao's subordinate can finish his words, footsteps could be heard. Following which, another group of people walks over.
"Jinhuang, how can you say such words? Don't you see the Gold Alloyed Panther behind him? With such a huge fellow, it's natural for him to pass the examination! " The white-robed young man leading the group chuckles lightly. Then, he frowns, "Just that … why do I feel that the Gold Alloyed Panther doesn't seem to be close to him? Could it be that it isn't his tamed beast? "
On the surface, it sounds as though he is helping Yun Tao out of this predicament, but in truth, his lips are curled up mockingly.
"This is the Ninth Prince of Qianyuan Kingdom, Zhou Xuan. He isn't on good terms with His Highness either …" Yun Tao's subordinate sends another telepathic message.
Qianyuan Kingdom is also a Tier 2 Kingdom, and it isn't too far away from here. It isn't close to Tianxuan Kingdom, but it is close to Tianwu Kingdom.
"Oh, now that you mention it, I finally noticed it!"
Glancing at the Gold Alloyed Panther, Zhu Jinhuang chuckles. "Yun Tao, it can't be that you didn't manage to tame a savage beast and intentionally borrowed one from someone, right? If that's the case, I advise you to be careful. If the Beast Hall finds out about this, you will be banned from the examination for life. At that time, you can only leave obediently with your tail between your legs! "
The Beast Hall has a clear rule that if one were to borrow another's savage beast for the beast tamer examination, they would be banned from the examination for life. This means that they would never be able to become a beast tamer again.
As apprentice beast tamers, Zhou Xuan and Zhu Jinhuang's eye of discernment isn't weak. With a single glance, they can tell that the Gold Alloyed Panther is close to Zhang Xuan, but unfamiliar with Yun Tao. Clearly, it isn't his tamed beast.
"Hehe, as long as he fails the examination this time, let's see if he still has the face to pursue Mo Yu xiaojie!" Zhou Xuan says.
"Pursue? I'd like to see him scram as far as he can. A genius like Mo Yu xiaojie isn't someone a dabbler like him can blaspheme!" Zhu Jinhuang harrumphs coldly.
"I'm not qualified? The two of you aren't any better than me. Don't make sarcastic remarks here. If you have the ability, become a beast tamer first! "Seeing the two of them attacking him, Yun Tao flings his sleeves.
"Is that so? You seem to be quite confident! However, I'll make sure you cry later on. Not only do you have to pass the beast tamer examination, you have to be graded as well. Let's see what grade you'll be graded later on! "
Zhou Xuan says.
"You should worry about yourself first. I fear that you won't even be able to reach the third grade and will have to leave with your tail between your legs!" Yun Tao says.
"You …" Zhou Xuan's eyes narrow. "I hope that you'll still be so confident after the examination."
"Hmph!"
The three of them are at loggerheads with one another. Their subordinates also look at one another with hostile gazes.
Hearing their conversation, Zhang Xuan comes to a realization. The conflict isn't over the territories of the kingdoms. It seems like it's because of a lady named Mo Yu.
"Mo Yu xiaojie is a famous genius among apprentice beast tamers. She took the beast tamer examination together with the princes, and she shines brightly. The princes of these kingdoms are all secretly in love with her, and they are competing with one another in hopes of winning her favor …"
Yun Tao's subordinate continues.
Knowing that this is the reason, Zhang Xuan shakes his head.
He thought that the princes would fight with one another over territories. To think that it would be because of a woman.
"It's Mo Yu xiaojie!"
"Look at the savage beast behind her …"
"Incredible!"
…
While the three of them are in a standoff, a commotion suddenly breaks out in the surroundings. A graceful figure slowly walks over.
Behind this figure is a tall eagle. It has a metallic back and golden wings, and its eyes are sharp as lightning, striking one's guard.
"A Tongxuan realm savage beast?" Zhang Xuan's eyes widens.
This eagle has reached Tongxuan realm advanced stage, much stronger than the Gold Alloyed Panther beside him.
Furthermore, the aura it emanated was reminiscent of a storm. Most likely, in terms of speed, it was even stronger than the strange bird from before.
"Mo Yu xiaojie!"
Upon seeing the figure, the eyes of Yun Tao, Zhu Jinhuang, Zhou Xuan, and the others light up, and they hurriedly rush forward to welcome her.
"She is Mo Yu?"
Only after looking at the eagle did Zhang Xuan turn his attention to the slender figure.
She is a lady around twenty-three to twenty-four years old. She is dressed in a light green robe that accentuates her beautiful figure perfectly. Her slender waist and long black hair flows down her back, complementing her snow-white skin, giving her a unique sense of beauty.
In terms of appearance, she is on par with Shen Bi Ru, perhaps even surpassing her. It can be said that she is comparable to Zhao Ya, who has awakened ten percent of her Pure Yin Body.
She is indeed beautiful, but she has a cold disposition. She doesn't seem to care about the attitude of Yun Tao and the others.
"As expected of Mo Yu xiaojie, you are indeed extraordinary!" Zhu Jinhuang steps forward with a smile, "You are probably the only one who can tame a Tongxuan realm Viridescent Eagle. Incredible, incredible!"
"Of course, it is just a small Viridescent Eagle. With Mo Yu xiaojie's help, wouldn't it be a walk in the park?"
Zhou Xuan smiles brightly.
In response to the compliments of the two, Mo Yu xiaojie glances at them. Her cold face is devoid of any expression. She glances at Shen Bi Ru, pauses for a moment, and walks over.
"You are here for the beast tamer examination too? Where is Han Qiong? She didn't come? "
Even though her voice is clear and moving, it carries an unapproachable aura.
"She didn't come. I came here with a friend." Shen Bi Ru points at Zhang Xuan.
Mo Yu xiaojie glances at Zhang Xuan before turning her gaze away, as though he is air. Then, she turns around and walks into the room.
Even though Zhu Jinhuang and the others are ignored by the other party, they aren't displeased. Instead, they follow her in.
"You two know each other?" Zhang Xuan doesn't mind Mo Yu xiaojie's disregard. Instead, he looks at Shen laoshi doubtfully.
"I met her once when I came here with Han Qiong." Shen Bi Ru nods her head.
"Is she really just a talented apprentice beast tamer?" Zhang Xuan is perplexed.
Even if this girl is beautiful and talented in beast taming, it shouldn't be sufficient for the princes of the three kingdoms to treat her with such respect!
Regardless of whether it's Hanwu Kingdom, Beichen Kingdom, or Qianyuan Kingdom, as Tier 2 Kingdoms, they have quite a number of beast tamers. A mere apprentice beast tamer shouldn't be enough for the princes to treat her so humbly.
In Tier 2 Kingdoms, putting aside beast tamer apprentices, even master teacher apprentices don't have such standing.
The higher the tier of the kingdom, the more esteemed the royal authority is. Unless one is a high-ranked professional, one wouldn't attract the attention of others. It is impossible for a mere master teacher apprentice to be treated so respectfully by Emperor Shen Zhui like in Tianxuan Kingdom.
"She isn't just an apprentice beast tamer. I heard from Han Qiong that she has another identity... Tianwu Kingdom's third princess!" Shen Bi Ru ponders for a moment before replying.
"Tianwu Kingdom's princess?" Zhang Xuan comes to a realization.
That's more like it.
Tianwu Kingdom is a Tier 1 Kingdom, the undisputed hegemon of the twelve neighboring kingdoms.
The status of the princess of Tianwu Kingdom is even more esteemed than that of the kings of some smaller kingdoms. If he can marry her, his identity as the prince consort will be of great help to him in the future.
It seems that Zhu Jinhuang, Zhou Xuan, and even Yun Tao have this intention in mind.
However, to Zhang Xuan, it doesn't matter whether she is the princess or not.
It's useless to rely on others. The most important thing is to rely on oneself.
While the duo was speaking, Zhang Xuan walked into the room.
Unlike the outside, the room was deserted. There were only a few groups of people who had just entered.
"There are a total of four candidates in this batch, and all of them are back. Who do you think will be the one to assess us?"
"Of course, it's the hall master! He is the highest ranked 2-star beast tamer in the Beast Hall, and he is the one who oversees every single examination. "
"Indeed. I heard that the hall master is extremely strict with his examinations. I wonder if that's true."
"Who cares if it's true or not. Our prince has already tamed a savage beast and meets the requirements. There shouldn't be a problem for him to pass."
...
Walking into the room, Zhang Xuan heard whispers in the surroundings.
The three princes had brought quite a few attendants with them, but Mo Yu xiaojie was standing alone by the side. She emanated a cold aura, and no one dared to approach her.
"Judging from her tone, it seems like she has a grudge with Han laoshi?"
Seeing how the third princess of Tianwu Kingdom didn't bring a single attendant with her, as though she didn't want anyone to disturb her, Zhang Xuan couldn't help but recall the conversation between her and Shen Bi Ru.
"It can't be considered a grudge. Han laoshi is also an apprentice beast tamer, and the both of them have spent some time in the Beast Hall. As they are both beauties, it's natural for them to compare with one another. However, I didn't expect her to be able to take the beast tamer examination so quickly. Her talent is indeed incredible. "
Shen Bi Ru was astonished.
"Her talent?" Zhang Xuan was perplexed.
She is talented just because she took the beast tamer examination?
"It seems like you don't know. Princess Mo Yu has only been a beast tamer for less than a year!" Shen Bi Ru said.
"Less than a year? Then she can indeed be considered as a genius! "Zhang Xuan nodded.
Even though he didn't know much about beast tamers, he knew quite a bit about apothecaries. Since the two occupations were on par with one another in the Upper Nine Paths, it was bound to be difficult.
In less than a year, not only did she become an apprentice beast tamer, she even took the beast tamer examination. Her talent was indeed frightening.
"More importantly … Not only did she learn beast tamer, she is also a 1-star apothecary, and she isn't too far away from becoming a 2-star apothecary! More importantly … she is a master teacher apprentice. It's said that the reason why she came here to take the beast tamer examination is to temper her Soul Depth. Once she is qualified, she can take the 1-star master teacher examination. "
Shen Bi Ru's expression turned grim.
"1-star apothecary? Master teacher apprentice? "
Zhang Xuan was taken aback.
Even though the other party's talent was similar to his, he knew that the other party's talent was indeed much higher than his.
The reason why he took the 1-star apothecary examination was due to his opportunistic means. Relying on the might of the Library of Heaven's Path, if he were to forge a pill, he would only be able to concoct medicinal powder at most. He wouldn't even be able to concoct ordinary pills.
To be able to pass the 1-star apothecary examination at such a young age and become a master teacher apprentice on top of that, it was no wonder she was known as a genius.
While the duo was conversing, an elder walked in.
"Silence, I will be in charge of your examination today!"
Upon seeing the elder, everyone was taken aback.
"It's Beast Tamer Hong from the Beast Hall? Why would he be in charge of the examination? " Yun Tao was perplexed as well. "Logically speaking, the hall master and the others have to be present for the examination. Furthermore, there has to be a 2-star beast tamer present as well. Even though Beast Tamer Hong's standing isn't low, he is only a 1-star pinnacle beast tamer. As such … he isn't qualified to be in charge of the examination."
Seemingly noticing everyone's doubts, Beast Tamer Hong said, "Today, the hall master and the others have important matters to attend to, so I will be conducting the examination in their stead! Rest assured, I will follow the procedures strictly. Thus, there is no need for you to worry. Besides, there is a Record Crystal in the surroundings recording everything. As long as you meet the requirements, you will pass the examination and become a member of the Beast Hall. "
"Yes!"
Everyone nodded their heads and fell silent.
Regardless of whether it was an apothecary or beast tamer, the examination had to be recorded on the spot so that it could be checked later on.
With such a thing in place, no one dared to cheat.
"Since all of you are apprentice beast tamers and have passed the first examination, I believe that you should already know the content of the second examination. However, I'll have to explain it to you first."
Beast Tamer Hong scanned the surroundings. "For this examination, you have to tame a savage beast that is stronger than you. Even though Elementary Taming is sufficient, it will be graded accordingly."
"The more powerful the savage beast is, the more loyal the savage beast is, and the higher the grade of the savage beast."
"Under normal circumstances, savage beasts are divided into three grades. The higher the grade, the higher the grade of the savage beast, the higher the grade of the savage beast. I believe that none of you have any objections to this, right? "
"No!" Yun Tao and the others hurriedly nodded their heads.
"Alright, let's begin the examination then. The first one, Zhou Xuan!" Beast Tamer Hong looked over.
"Yes!" Zhou Xuan stepped forward.
"What did you tame?" Beast Tamer Hong asked.
"Reporting to Beast Tamer Hong, I tamed that Howling Tooth Wolf! It is a Pixue realm primary stage savage beast. "Zhou Xuan pointed and his subordinate immediately brought a three-meter-long wolf over.
The wolf was covered in gray and sharp teeth could be seen at the edge of its mouth. It gave off a ferocious vibe.
"Un!"
Nodding his head, Beast Tamer Hong took out a crystal ball and passed it over.
"This is a Will Inquisition Crystal used to test the loyalty of a savage beast. It can display a numerical value. For Initial Taming, the loyalty of a savage beast is between 15 and 30. The higher the numerical value, the higher the grade."
"Will Inquisition Crystal?"
Upon seeing this, Zhang Xuan nodded his head.
Back then, during the Enlightenment Will Trial, he used this to test Liu Yang's Trust Level as well.
It seemed that not only could it test a person's Trust Level, it could also test a savage beast's Loyalty Level.
Thinking about it, Zhang Xuan understood. This crystal was able to create illusions in the mind of those who came into contact with it. Using the illusions to determine the Trust Level and Loyalty Level should be extremely accurate.
Just like how he tested the Trust Level, Zhou Xuan first dripped a droplet of blood on it before communicating with the savage beast.
Not too long later, a numerical value appeared on the crystal — 20!
"In less than half a month, your Loyalty Level has reached 20. You have met the criteria for Initial Taming. Not bad, not bad. Grade 2!"
Upon seeing the numerical value, Beast Tamer Hong stroked his beard and nodded his head in satisfaction.
Finding a savage beast and taming it in less than half a month, he was definitely qualified to become a 1-star beast tamer.
"His Highness is indeed incredible!"
"A Grade 2 beast tamer hasn't appeared in the Beast Hall for many years!"
"Indeed, he's incredible!"
Upon hearing the results, discussions broke out among the crowd.
A Grade 3 beast tamer was considered a pass. A Grade 2 beast tamer was considered a genius among those who had just become a beast tamer.
"Grade 2, not bad. However, I'm not weaker than you either!"
Not expecting Zhou Xuan's result to be so high, Zhu Jinhuang was taken aback for a moment. Then, with a faint smile, he walked over as well.
Soon, the results were out. The Loyalty Level of his Tiger Head Beast was also around 20. Grade 2.
"It's Mo Yu xiaojie's turn!"
"Mo Yu xiaojie's aerial savage beast is difficult to tame in the first place. On top of that, it's a Tongxuan realm savage beast as well.
"Indeed, her result is probably beyond Grade 2."
"It has been thirty years since a Grade 1 beast tamer appeared in the Beast Hall's beast tamer examination. Could it be that she has broken this rule?"
…
Seeing Young Miss Mo Yu walking forward, everyone revealed a nervous expression and looked over in unison.
Reaching Grade 1 in the beast tamer examination was similar to forging a Perfect pill in the apothecary examination.
If she were to succeed, she would be highly valued by the Beast Hall, and all kinds of resources would be allocated to her.
It was already impressive that Zhou Xuan and Zhu Jinhuang were able to reach Grade 2. However, Mo Yu xiaojie was clearly stronger than them. Everyone wanted to see if she could create history.
Ignoring the discussions around her, Mo Yu xiaojie stepped forward. With a wave of her slender hand, the massive Viridescent Eagle slowly walked over.
Just like the others, she completed the test quickly.
Loyalty Level: 30!
"Grade 1! It's Grade 1! "
Upon hearing the results, the entire room burst into an uproar.
Everyone knew that Mo Yu xiaojie was an unparalleled genius and would definitely reach Grade 1. However, when they heard it for themselves, they were still astonished.
"Hehe, Yun Tao, it's your turn. We're all Grade 2, and Mo Yu xiaojie is even Grade 1. Given how arrogant you were previously, you can't possibly get a Grade 3, right? If that's the case, I won't be able to face anyone anymore!"
Seeing that Yun Tao was about to step up, Zhu Jinhuang chuckled.
"Brother Zhu, I think that you're overestimating him. Putting aside Grade 3, I think that … he might not even be able to pass the examination!" Zhou Xuan harrumphed coldly. "This Gold Alloyed Panther isn't his, so where's the savage beast he tamed?"
"Indeed, it can't be that he doesn't have a tamed savage beast, right?"
"If he doesn't have a savage beast, it means that he has failed …"
The duo didn't bother to conceal their voices, and an uproar broke out in the room.
Even Mo Yu xiaojie couldn't help but frown.
"Silence!"
Waving his hand, Beast Tamer Hong interrupted the argument. Then, he glanced at Yun Tao and asked doubtfully, "What did you tame? Is it that Gold Alloyed Panther? "
"No, that was tamed by Elder Zhang Xuan …"
Yun Tao scratched his head awkwardly. "I … tamed a bird!"
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