READ NOVEL ONLINE Chapter 4: Admission to Qinglong Academy
After forming a contract with a beast, every beast master will have a five-pointed star totem emblem appear on the back of their right hand, called the "Beast Mark."
In daily life, beast masters can store their beasts within the Beast Mark, ensuring they receive ample rest and sleep.
When it's time for an assessment or battle, the beast master can summon the beast at any moment.
Xiao Xingyu raised his right hand, and the Beast Mark shimmered with golden light.
"Black Blade, it's your turn to take the stage."
A blood contract magic circle appeared on the ground, and a massive black shadow came into view for everyone.
"What the heck is that beast? I've never seen it before!"
"Wasn't Xiao Xingyu's beast supposed to be a Gale Hound?"
"What on earth is this giant black wolf!"
At that moment, beside Xiao Xingyu stood a giant wolf as large as a heavy truck.
The giant wolf was covered in black fur, each strand like burning black flames swaying in the wind.
This giant wolf's limbs were entwined with glowing hot iron chains, resembling lethal weapons from hell.
Furthermore, there was a crack on the giant wolf's forehead, with magma flowing through it, appearing like a sharp sword.
Because of this, Xiao Xingyu named it "Black Blade."
The giant wolf let out a roar, and black flames engulfed the entire testing field!
The onlookers were terrified, exclaiming and retreating in fear.
The display on the beast testing instrument showed a series of data.
[Name]: Hell Gale Wolf
[Level]: Initial Form (Tier 1)
[Bloodline]: Hell Bloodline (Epic Quality)
[Talent]: Hellfire (Deals true damage to enemies, ignoring armor defense.)
[Attributes]: Fire, Wind
[Loyalty]: 100
[Skills]:
Hell Bind: Releases hell chains to bind enemies, pulling them close.
Hell Roar: Spews black fire pillars, causing area-wide, penetrating attacks on enemy units.
[Evolution Path]: Unknown
When the fundamental data of the Hell Gale Wolf was revealed, it shocked everyone present.
"Epic quality bloodline, that's incredible!"
"This beast is so cool, each of its hairs burns like black flames!"
"The look in the giant wolf's eyes is like the king of hell himself!"
Everyone's faces were filled with surprise and astonishment, as no one had ever seen such a beast.
Even a thorough search through the "Beast Encyclopedia," compiled by numerous nine-star beast masters, would yield no trace of the Hell Gale Wolf.
"Is this giant wolf's bloodline truly of epic quality?"
Su Zhe was dumbfounded, his eyes filled with disbelief, envy, and jealousy.
The Hell Gale Wolf sat beside Xiao Xingyu, exuding a majestic aura, with the hellfire on its body turning the entire testing ground into a furnace.
Chen Qinian remained silent for a long time before speaking.
"Candidate Xiao Xingyu, you pass the assessment!"
"Issuing the admission letter to Azure Dragon Academy and awarding the one-star beast master badge."
Under the watchful eyes of the city's citizens, Xiao Xingyu received the admission letter from Chen Qinian.
Chen Qinian raised his hand and pinned a star badge on Xiao Xingyu's chest.
From this moment, Xiao Xingyu became a one-star beast master and a freshman at Azure Dragon Academy.
"Student Xiao, this is the school uniform of Azure Dragon Academy, please wear it."
The uniforms of the four major academies are stylishly designed, adopting a robe style, and are often referred to as "Beast Robes."
The Beast Robe of Azure Dragon Academy is entirely cyan, with a dragon pattern on the back, making anyone who wears it look dashing.
When Xiao Xingyu donned the Beast Robe, his already handsome face gained an air of heroism and dominance.
"Congratulations!"
"Thank you, examiner."
"I'm Chen Qinian, a mentor at Azure Dragon Academy. You can just call me Director Chen."
"Director Chen, please step aside, you're blocking my camera shot."
"Oh, well..."
Chen Qinian stepped aside, and Xiao Xingyu found himself surrounded by media reporters.
"Student Xiao, how did you contract a beast with an epic bloodline?"
"Isn't it obvious? Just skill."
"Student Xiao, your spiritual power is only 2 points lower than the genius girl Ye Shuangning. How do you feel about that?"
"Who is Ye Shuangning? Sorry, I don't know her."
"Are you proud and happy to have been accepted into Azure Dragon Academy?"
"Standard procedure, nothing more to say."
In no time, Xiao Xingyu became a nationwide sensation.
"Talented young Xiao Xingyu emerges, talent close to Ye Shuangning!"
"Hell Gale Wolf, a missing entry in the 'Beast Encyclopedia'?"
"Xiao Xingyu successfully enters Azure Dragon Academy!"
"Talent Monster List updated, Xiao Xingyu ranks 24th!"
The name Xiao Xingyu became famous across the country, a darling of the media and a hot topic for the public.
Chen Qinian viewed the trending searches about Xiao Xingyu on his phone, smiling with satisfaction.
"Who would have thought, in this talent-scarce land, we'd find such a gem."
Xiao Xingyu became the only candidate in the history of Qingfeng City to gain admission to one of the four major academies.
Chen Qinian approached Xiao Xingyu and patted him on the shoulder.
"Student Xiao, I will be waiting for you on the day of enrollment at Azure Dragon Academy."
"Director Chen, we will definitely meet again."
After Chen Qinian left, Xiao Xingyu planned to head home quickly to share the good news with his sister, Xiao Ruoxue.
Suddenly, he paused, casting a playful glance at Su Zhe nearby.
Su Zhe, who had always been arrogant, now wore a forced smile: "Xiao Xingyu, no, Brother Xingyu, congratulations! You've been accepted into Azure Dragon Academy!"
Even though Su Zhe came from a wealthy family, in this world, strength reigned supreme.
Xiao Xingyu was now a nationally recognized genius and a freshman at Azure Dragon Academy, with an immeasurable future ahead.
In contrast, Su Zhe would remain in this small city, a mere frog in a well compared to Xiao Xingyu.
"By the way, do you remember our bet?"
Su Zhe's expression changed drastically.
"Brother Xingyu, we’re classmates; the bet was just a joke. Don't take it so seriously~"
"Get down on your knees."
Xiao Xingyu spoke those two words lightly, yet they felt like two mountains pressing down on Su Zhe, causing him to sweat profusely.
Thud~
Su Zhe knelt down!
He fell to his knees, his face flushed, filled with resentment, but he dared not express it.
It was fear, pure fear!
He feared Xiao Xingyu's current status and identity.
From the moment Xiao Xingyu received the admission letter to Azure Dragon Academy, everyone in the city, even the mayor, had to treat him with respect!
"According to our bet, besides kneeling, there’s one more thing."
"Father~ Dad~"
As Su Zhe uttered those words, it was as if he had lost his soul, his dignity trampled upon.
Xiao Xingyu wore a satisfied smile: "Very good, but I don’t have a useless son with less than 600 spiritual power like you."
The humiliation hit hard, and Su Zhe gritted his teeth, but still dared not act out.
At that moment, Xiao Xingyu's high school classmates and alumni rushed over.
"God Xiao, congratulations!"
"Brother Xingyu, we were roommates in high school. Now that you've made it big, don’t forget us!"
"Brother Xiao, can I be your girlfriend~?"
These flatterers had once been the ones who mocked and ridiculed Xiao Xingyu.
The once ugly faces were now filled with insincere smiles.
Among the crowd stood a timid girl.
Jiang Lina, Xiao Xingyu's ex-girlfriend.
"Xingyu, actually, over the past two and a half years, I've had deep feelings for you."
"So, is there a chance we could get back together…"
Xiao Xingyu displayed a harmless smile: "Is this how you ask me to reconcile?"
Jiang Lina, abandoning all pride, knelt before Xiao Xingyu, tears streaming down her face.
"Xingyu, please, I know I was wrong."
"Let’s get back together!"
Xiao Xingyu coldly shrugged off Jiang Lina's hand, saying indifferently: "You were the one who initiated the breakup; why are you crying now?"
The scene froze at that moment.
The woman kneeling on the ground was just a freshman from a low-tier beast academy, destined to stay in this small city forever.
The tall man was not only a freshman at Azure Dragon Academy but also a super genius attracting nationwide attention, destined to become a pillar of the nation and a hero in the eyes of the people.
As the heavy rain poured down, washing Jiang Lina's cheeks, she realized, watching Xiao Xingyu's figure fade away, that she was no longer worthy of this man.