Beast Tamer: I Can See Evolution Paths

"It's really a mineral vein!" Even the scorching heat couldn't suppress the deep joy emanating from the exploration team.

Asher was equally elated.

Although they hadn't started inspecting or confirming it, Asher had already noticed a Fire Blossom swaying at the entrance of the mineral vein.

This was a basic herb that only bloomed in areas dense with fire energy.

If this were an active mineral vein, there wouldn't be enough energy to make the Fire Blossom bloom.

This proved one thing:

There was a high chance that this was a dead vein.

Asher attempted to further develop new uses for his Eye of Insight, but unfortunately, he failed.

He felt a bit regretful but not overly so.

His fingers brushed against the outline of the four-leaf clover in his jeans pocket.

It was Asher's most valuable purple-grade item, [Lucky Four-Leaf Clover].

When materialized, it became a small clover badge. Its four leaves sparkled a vibrant emerald green, resembling fine gemstones. Wearing it around his neck was a bit conspicuous, so before leaving home, Asher had stuffed it into his pants pocket.

Hopefully, it would bring him more good fortune.

Once Benjamin calmed down from the excitement, he didn't forget their purpose for being here. "Asher, are you coming with us to explore or—?"

"I'll look around nearby and see if I can find the herbs I need," Asher replied without hiding his intentions. "There shouldn't be much danger here, right? Uncle Ben, you can focus on your tasks."

Benjamin hesitated for a moment. "Better let Storm keep an eye on you. There are still potential risks around mineral veins—just in case."

Asher didn't refuse. Having extra protection wasn't a bad idea.

As the team dispersed and began tapping and inspecting various spots around the mineral vein, doing things Asher could barely understand, he decided not to waste time and wandered around the area.

The Storm Eagle wasn't thrilled about babysitting one big and one small "chick." But under Benjamin's gentle persuasion and promises of a big feast, it reluctantly accepted the task.

'Watching two brats?'

'No problem—even if there were two more!'

Asher surveyed the surroundings of the mineral vein.

Due to the pervasive fire-element energy in the air, the land within a hundred-mile radius of the slightly sunken basin had no greenery—ordinary plants simply couldn't survive here.

Yet, the area was filled with large clusters of Fire Blossoms. The closer they were to the core of the mineral vein, the more vibrant their colors became.

Asher also spotted other slightly rarer herbs:

[Fire Reed Grass (Low-Grade, Fire Attribute): Effective for treating burns caused by fire-elemental beasts.]

[Molten Grass (Low-Grade, Fire Attribute): The white sap from its roots could provide a temporary excitement boost for fire and thunder-elemental beasts.]

Scattered around, there was a surprisingly large variety of low and mid-grade herbs.

Asher couldn't help but marvel, 'Truly, this is a recently discovered mineral vein. In veins that has been open for over fifty years, finding even one low-grade fire-element herb would be near impossible.'

But these weren't Asher's targets. He was searching for something rarer—a high-grade fire-element herb known as Fire Condensation Grass.

According to the Guide to Three Legged Crow Care, Fire Condensation Grass was the most suitable among all high-grade herbs and fruits. Properly processed, it could help the Oriental Peacock choose a Three-Legged Golden Crow evolution path and condense refined fire essence.

Asher had searched for Fire Condensation Grass on official rare item markets, but even the lowest-grade ones started at 2 million yuan—and they were often snatched up instantly by beastmasters with fire-elemental pets.

If he couldn't find Fire Condensation Grass in a fire-element dead vein…

Asher: 'Might as well let the world end.'

He unconsciously touched the [Lucky Four-Leaf Clover] in his pocket again, muttering softly.

'It's supposed to be a purple-grade item with a temporary luck buff… So why haven't I felt anything since I left home this morning?'

The intense fire-element energy left Asher drenched in sweat. Even Littile Raven was swaying unsteadily on his shoulder, looking miserable.

Although Littile Raven was destined to become a Three-Legged Golden Crow, it hadn't evolved yet. This explosive fire energy didn't just irritate humans—it also annoyed birds.

To make matters worse, Littile Raven could see the Storm Eagle following them.

This was clear distrust from its beastmaster.

What made it even angrier? Littile Raven knew its own strength and couldn't beat that fierce bird just yet.

Littile Raven: 'Angry! Very angry!'

Just then, Asher felt a faint warmth in his pocket. Distracted, he didn't notice a small pit ahead, causing his foot to twist and lose balance.

In a flurry of awkward movements, Asher managed to regain his footing without falling.

But Littile Raven…

The round little black bird rolled off Asher's shoulder, bouncing like a plump ball, and finally wedged itself between two rocks.

Asher and Littile Raven exchanged long, silent stares.

Covered in dirt, Littile Raven's bright black eyes were the only clean part of its body.

Littile Raven: O_O

Asher: …

Silence was their unspoken agreement.

"Ahem…" Asher cleared his throat and broke the awkwardness. "It's my fault you rolled off…"

As he spoke, his voice trailed off. Littile Raven's tumble had been comically smooth.

'Is Littile Raven too well-fed? Should I cut back on its meals?'

Littile Raven shuddered, sensing something ominous.

While reflecting on his choices, Asher crouched down and carefully pulled Littile Raven free, even though it took some effort and cost two feathers in the process.

Before Littile Raven could protest, Asher froze.

Wait… What did he just see?

Between the two rocks, where the gap had widened, he spotted something small and crimson—a herb only half the length of a finger.

It was unmistakably Fire Condensation Grass.

Not just that—it was a twin-stemmed variety.

The two stems shared one root, with tiny fruit resembling red lanterns swaying in the breeze.

Asher's mind went blank.

How… How could anyone find this hidden in such a random crevice?

Recalling the warmth in his pocket earlier, Asher had a guess.

Without rushing to confirm it, he dusted off Littile Raven, wiped it clean with a wet tissue, and placed it back on his shoulder.

Littile Raven lay limp, too ashamed to care. Even discovering a priceless twin-stem Fire Condensation Grass couldn't restore its lost dignity—or feathers.

Asher suppressed a laugh, deciding not to rub salt in the wound.

Carefully, he used two fingers to extract the herb along with the crimson soil and placed it in a prepared container.

Mission accomplished! [T/N: GTA Vice City BGM]

Breathing a sigh of relief, Asher checked his [Lucky Four-Leaf Clover].

As expected, one of the vibrant leaves had dimmed, appearing dull next to the others—a clear contrast between glass and gemstone.

"Praise the gacha gods," Asher murmured. His skill wasn't so useless after all.

As for the process…

Asher glanced at Littile Raven sulking on his shoulder and pretended nothing had happened.

Littile Raven: (Shivers internally)

Littile Raven: …?

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