Everyone Tames Beasts, So Why Are You Taming Goddesses? - Chapter 13

Liu Xuan nodded and said, “Yes, for Beastmasters in the first four ranks—Awakening, Transcendence, Metamorphosis, and Nirvana—the breakthroughs in rank primarily depend on the progression of their pet beasts. After Nirvana, humans themselves will develop magic circuits, giving birth to their own innate power.”

“Rank represents physical energy, while spiritual power represents mental energy. The two complement each other. However, to contract more pet beasts, you must rely on breakthroughs in spiritual power, which is extremely difficult to cultivate. Currently, the known methods include killing specific ‘Void Clan’ creatures in the demonic lairs to obtain their Void Hearts, or pushing oneself to the brink of life and death to force spiritual growth.”

“There’s also the simulated lair technology in Beastmaster universities, which can elevate spiritual power from the Spirit Origin Realm to the Spirit Stream Realm. It’s said this technique was borrowed from the demonic tribes in the lairs.”

The students nodded repeatedly.

Most of their understanding of spiritual power and ranks was rudimentary.

Liu Xuan’s theoretical knowledge and approachable explanation gained her widespread approval and admiration.

Shangguan Ling smiled. “Very well explained.”

“In summary, pet beast cultivation can be enhanced not only through common methods like consuming blood food or engaging in combat but also through the use of special talents and abilities.”

“As for Beastmasters, in the early stages, the key to growing stronger lies not just in advancing your rank but in contracting powerful pet beasts!”

“With every advancement in spiritual power rank, a Beastmaster can contract one additional pet beast.”

“Currently, spiritual power ranks are classified as Spirit Origin, Spirit Stream, Spirit Lake, Spirit Sea, Spirit Abyss, and Spirit Domain. For students in the early stages, the simulated lair can help you improve your spiritual power. Beyond that, your progress will depend on what you gain in the demonic lairs.”

This topic piqued Su Yu’s interest, so he asked:

“Professor, if I wanted to contract a second pet beast, do you have any recommendations?”

The class collectively gasped.

That was right—Su Yu’s spiritual power had already been enhanced to the Spirit Stream Realm through the simulated lair yesterday!

Although the spiritual power infusion reward wasn’t exclusively tied to completing S-level missions, Su Yu’s ability to gain a head start was enviable.

Shangguan Ling nodded. “Good question.”

“We Beastmasters primarily rely on the combat power of our pet beasts.”

“Generally, powerful Beastmasters follow a few key principles, and the first is sequence ranking.”

“Class, remember, sequence ranking is a fundamental rule in the demonic lairs. It doesn’t mean that those with higher rankings will automatically defeat those with lower ones. What the ranking reflects is the relative strength of their magic circuits, from strongest to weakest.”

“Pet beasts with higher sequence numbers typically possess stronger magic circuits, making them more likely to have powerful innate talents.”

“If you encounter a high-tier sequence beast ranked in the top 100, don’t let it slip through your fingers. And if you stumble upon one of the legendary God-Tier Sequences, ranked in the top 10, don’t worry about compatibility—just contract it with everything you’ve got!”

“God-Tier Sequences are incredibly rare. Across all of Great Xia, the number of owners can be counted on one hand. In fact, our principal is the only one at this university with a God-Tier Sequence pet beast.”

Su Yu deeply agreed.

Every night, he experienced firsthand just how powerful a God-Tier Sequence could be.

But he hadn’t realized just how rare they were!

Then again…

Alia’s most powerful talent—her immortality.

No matter how severe the injury, as long as she had enough blood, she could fully heal.

And no matter what, she couldn’t be killed. Even if all her blood were drained, she would merely fall into a deathly slumber.

She was truly leagues above any ordinary pet beast.

Shangguan Ling continued, “The second principle is compatibility with the Beastmaster’s talent. This is straightforward. For example, Student Li Xu has an A-rank talent, Agile Blessing, which greatly enhances the speed of his pet beast. Thus, he would naturally lean toward flying or speed-type pet beasts.”

“The third principle is one fewer people follow: resonance within the same system. Studies from the overseas Milica Nation have shown that pet beasts belonging to the same system often produce exceptional synergy. For example, Student Su Yu, alongside your vampire companion, beasts such as sequence no. 62 Moonlight Apostle or no. 377 Death Apostle would belong to the same system.”

“However, I must caution you all: because spiritual power is so difficult to enhance, it’s better to have no pet beast at all than to settle for a poor choice! Of course, this advice is specifically for our advanced class—ordinary Beastmasters should prioritize finding a second pet beast as quickly as possible.”

Shangguan Ling continued answering questions while Su Yu sank into thought.

Alia was incredibly strong. Perhaps it was indeed better to be selective.

Otherwise, he might not only fail to assist Alia in battle but also become a burden to her.

This was something he needed to discuss with Alia. What if she got jealous?

“Alia?”

Alia, seeming to know what Su Yu wanted to ask, gently lifted his chin with her finger and whispered in his ear:

“This queen doesn’t mind you finding a second pet beast.”

“But weaklings aren’t worthy of sharing a man with me~”

“At the very least, aim for a top-10 sequence.”

Su Yu froze.

A God-Tier Sequence? Sister, encountering you was already a miracle beyond imagining!

“Don’t make that face, little one. This queen knows of a place in the demonic lairs where a descendant of a God-Tier Sequence resides. When the time comes, I’ll help you capture one.”

“Tsk tsk, I’ve heard that particular species, once transformed, is quite…”

Su Yu’s eyes lit up.

He hugged Alia and planted several kisses on her face.

You really are my treasure!

I swear, I was born to live off you!

—

Shangguan Ling, witnessing the scene, froze for a moment.

“Ahem!”

“Student, building a bond with your pet beast is important, but this is still a classroom. Could you restrain yourself?”

Su Yu snapped back to reality, noticing the envious and jealous stares from his classmates. He quickly apologized.

But the room had already exploded into chatter.

“Damn it, are all vampire girls this pretty? I’m so jealous. My second pet beast has to be a vampire!”

“Don’t get your hopes up. I’ve seen other vampires—they’re not even close to how gorgeous Alia is!”

“Damn it, Su Yu, you bastard! You don’t deserve this!”

—

Eventually, the lecture ended amidst the commotion.

Shangguan Ling shook her head in exasperation.

Su Yu’s talent was extraordinary, but he certainly didn’t know how to stay low-key.

—

After the lecture, Shangguan Ling called seven students to stay behind, including Su Yu and Liu Xuan.

“Introduce yourselves to each other.”

“From now on, I’ll be your mentor.”

“And let me be clear: as my students, all of you will be required to participate in the preliminary rounds of the Nine-School Alliance Exchange Tournament!”

The tournament was set to take place in just two weeks.

Su Yu didn’t understand why the schedule was so tight.

Li Xu asked curiously, “Professor, why is the tournament happening so soon after the semester starts? Last year, wasn’t it held two months into the term?”

Shangguan Ling frowned. “I can tell you this now: the tournament isn’t on a fixed schedule. Our university is responsible for suppressing the demonic lairs, and the timing depends on the situation at the frontlines. You may not fully grasp the importance of the tournament yet.”

“Let me put it this way: in addition to the funding allocations decided by the tournament, it also determines the order in which the nine universities mobilize their elite forces to suppress the demonic lairs.”

“Humanity’s strength within the demonic lairs is limited.”

“Last year, Imperial Capital Beastmaster University won the championship. Because of that, they delayed their deployment to the Calamity Lair by a single day. That delay resulted in the deaths of 1,462 Beastmasters in Redstone City, with 391 still missing. Among them was my…”

“Daughter.”