Chapter 305: Mechanical-Type Beast


    The man’s tone was stern:


    “I don’t care when your Guwei Blossom evolves. When you get back, you’re watching the video. If it evolves right after you return, then watch it after it evolves!”


    “Don’t you understand the principle of overconfidence leading to failure? Fire and psychic types, your Guwei Blossom won’t gain any advantage even after evolving into a Guwei Sunflower!”


    “I don’t have only one contracted beast." Ding Yanjing retorted, unfazed by the principal’s authority.


    The two boys beside him kept their heads down, silently absorbed in their phones, hoping to avoid any fallout.


    They were far too familiar with this scene and knew Ding Yanjing wouldn’t get away unscathed.


    Sure enough, the man’s face darkened as he added,


    “When you get back, watch the video and write a 1,000-word strategy. If you don’t, forget about dinner tonight!”


    Ding Yanjing: ...Litan Royal Beast High School’s principal, Huang Renbiao, was a former military officer.


    Even with students like Ding Yanjing, who brought great honor to the school, he maintained strict discipline.


    This strictness was one reason Ding Yanjing always studied his opponents thoroughly and achieved remarkable results inpetitions.


    ---


    In Xihuai District, at the Royal Beast Training Base...


    A middle-aged man ended his call and entered a nearby convenience store. He ced a bottle of mineral water on the counter.


    The cashier, engrossed in a video, didn’t even notice someone standing at the register.


    The man seemed to think of something. With a wave of his hand, the small beast napping in his pocket vanished.


    A subtle, unseen force dissipated around him.


    Startled, the cashier suddenly realized someone was in front of him. Hastily setting his phone down, he scanned the barcode.


    “That’ll be three alliance coins.”


    The man ced three coins on the counter without a word, picked up the bottle, and walked out.


    The cashier, staring at the man’s back, muttered,


    “Weird... He’s a big guy. How did I not notice him walk in?”


    ---


    Meanwhile, battles in Group A2 were ongoing.


    Having secured her 18 points, Qiao Sang didn’t leave but instead stayed in the Saintwater High seating area to watch the matches.


    “Yap?!”


    Yabao still hadn’t recovered from his shock.


    <i>It’s over? Already?!</i>


    Qiao Sang gently patted his head tofort him.


    “It’s okay. There’s still a long way to go. You’ll only face stronger opponents from now on.”


    “Yap...”


    Yabao looked doubtful. <i>Is that really true?</i>


    Qiao Sang noticed his growing skepticism and thought, <i>Well, well... growing up, aren’t we? Learning to question me now...</i>


    Feigning seriousness, she said,


    “Don’t you trust me?”


    “Yap yap!”


    Yabao shook his head firmly, his gaze full of unwavering trust.


    His expression was so earnest that Qiao Sang felt a little guilty. After all, she’d tricked him countless times before.


    Clearing her throat, she diverted his attention.


    “Focus on the matches.”


    “Yap!”


    Yabao turned to the battlefield, watching the two battling beasts with an unusually serious expression.


    Meanwhile, Qiao Sang’s gaze drifted upward to the mechanical beast acting as referee.


    <i>A mechanical beast... It’s my first time seeing one in real life.</i>


    Qiao Sang studied the metal-covered creature floating in midair, her thoughts drifting.


    Mechanical beasts, also known as artificial beasts, are different from other types. Most are created and imbued with life artificially.


    Of course, not all mechanical beasts are made this way.


    As the field of beast taming advanced, people discovered new ways to create them.


    Initially, it was believed they could only be cloned through DNA or formed from artificial materials without human intervention.


    Later, researchers found that mysterious rays, dark ghostly energies, and a man-made soul called a <i>Soul Core</i> could also grant them sentience and mobility.


    The referee beast above was one such creation, made using smart chips and mechanical materials.


    Most mechanical beast tamers build their beasts themselves, as this allows them to maximize potential and n for future evolution.


    Because of their rarity andplexity, mechanical beasts are seldom seen contracted by everyday tamers. Some regions, however, tell a different story.


    In Yuhua District, mechanical beasts are a rarity. But in Liaoxi, they’re amon sight.


    <i>The reason?</i> Many locals grow up to be researchers and scientists, fostering an environment where artificial intelligence thrives.


    With this technological influence, children in Liaoxi often aspire to create their own mechanical beasts, carrying on the tradition generation after generation.


    Staring at the referee beast, Qiao Sang thought, <i>If I ever get enough contract slots, a mechanical beast would be a nice addition.</i>


    Its appearance and functions could be tailored to her preferences, and with a smart chip installed, it could analyze and solve problems on the go. <i>A must-have for daily life and travel!</i>


    ---


    The league continued smoothly. Though Xu Yixuan and He Dadao didn’t finish their opponents as swiftly as Qiao Sang, they still secured their 18 points over six matches.


    ---


    Half an Hour Later


    At the Xihuai District training grounds’ dormitories...


    With matches spanning an entire week, all teamspeting in the area were housed in the on-site dorms, built to hotel standards.


    Each room amodated two people, but with contracted beasts sharing the space, it felt a bit crowded.


    “Yap yap!”


    “Yan!”


    Yabao and YanYan locked eyes, instantly adopting battle stances. mes flickered on Yabao’s teeth, while me Sparrow spread its wings wide.


    It wasn’t that they didn’t get along, they just loved a good fight.


    “Xun~”


    Little Treasure appeared, his expression brimming with excitement. Floating between Yabao and YanYan, he pulled out his round ring and rummaged through it. Momentster, he retrieved a whistle.


    At that moment, Qiao Sang was chatting with Wang Yao.


    “Didn’t expect us to be roommates.” Qiao Sang said.


    “Yeah, but it’s nice. Some people have to room withpetitors from other schools. That’s gotta suck.”


    Raising an eyebrow, Qiao Sang teased,


    “You mean Senior Xu?”


    Wang Yao burst intoughter.


    “Hahaha! Exactly her!”


    “Pweeet!”


    Suddenly, a sharp whistle interrupted their conversation.


    Startled, Qiao Sang turned to see Little Treasure holding a red whistle in one paw and swinging his other paw downward.


    <i>The motion felt oddly familiar...</i>


    While Qiao Sang pondered, Wang Yaomented,


    “When did you buy that whistle, Qiao Sang? It looks just like the referee’s.”