Beast Taming: I Can Evolve Indefinitely

Chapter 426: Chapter 422: Discussing the Possibility of Replicating the Dual Sky Mech

“Wow… Such a large-scale research institute probably ranks among the top in the entire Federation.”

Luo Xiang couldn’t help but exclaim as he looked at the massive scale of the institute.

“I say, Director Bai, there must be quite a few vacancies in such a big institute, right? Feel free to arrange one for me. I’m thinking of retiring here.”

Upon hearing this, Bai Qi couldn’t help but roll his eyes, saying, “Instructor Luo, your joke isn’t funny at all.”

Although he hadn’t compared it, Luo Xiang’s age when he became a Legend was certainly young. Furthermore, Zhao Futu’s attitude towards Luo Xiang suggested that he was likely the future inheritor of the Judgment Tower.

In other words, once Zhao Futu stepped down, Luo Xiang would take control of the massive organization that was the Association.

Even without mentioning these, Bai Heguang made it clear that Legends were extremely busy. Not to mention, Luo Xiang was a productive expert in breaking into secret realms.

The thought of retiring was a dream even insects wouldn’t dare to have.

“I’m not kidding.”

Luo Xiang smiled and said, “Your discovery at Taize Lake caused quite a stir in the Association. Now, I have just returned from Eden, and the old man Zhao has sent me over here. I might have to stay here until we gain control over the Element Gate.”

“I see.”

Upon hearing this, Bai Qi understood, and then seemed to remember something. “Speaking of it, Instructor Luo, are you familiar with alchemy?”

“Alchemy? Why are you learning such things?”

Luo Xiang raised his eyebrows, saying, “Why are you learning more and more miscellaneous stuff?”

Bai Qi replied, “I stumbled upon it, so I thought of researching it more.”

Then, Bai Qi told Luo Xiang about his encounter with the Death Knight in the Twilight Tomb, and how he discovered the Soul Charm and the Death Lock from the Zhonghu Dojo on the Death Knight.

“So, you’re planning to recreate the Death Knight?”

Luo Xiang instantly figured out Bai Qi’s intention, and Bai Qi nodded, saying, “Well, recreating might not be possible, but additional research will not hurt, right?”

During the previous simultaneous attack by the Sun secret tribe and the Death Round Table, the low-end version of the Death Knights had caused much trouble for the Federation. If they could research their manufacturing method, they might find a way to deal with them.

Know yourself, know your enemy, and you will never be defeated.

This principle would apply anywhere.

“Indeed.”

Luo Xiang nodded and said, “But I haven’t researched much about alchemy. I can only give you a basic tutorial at most.”

“I’ll trouble you then, Instructor Luo.”

Bai Qi grinned and then led Luo Xiang to the top-level research area. As for Bai Qiucha, who followed them, she was ruthlessly ignored.

“I suddenly understand why Dad doesn’t like to work with the Starlight Legend.”

Bai Qiucha sighed helplessly, pinched the Thunder Rat in her arms, glanced around, and then headed for the Armed Evolution Research Group area.

The mechanical armament on Thunder Rat was of the first generation. Although its integration was not low, it couldn’t keep up with the fast pace of new armaments appearing in the market. Visiting the headquarters was an excellent opportunity to upgrade Thunder Rat’s equipment.

…

At the top-level research area.

Luo Xiang looked at the Soul Charm released by Schuck, his eyes flickering with a strange glow.

“This charm is more complex than I thought, and it seems like this Soul Charm is not very complete.”

Luo Xiang carefully examined every detail of the Soul Charm, saying, “The original Soul Charm was used to fix the stripped souls, but this charm seems to be a bit different. It has some other structures.”

“Incomplete?”

Bai Qi realized upon hearing this, was that why he couldn’t succeed no matter how he tried to manipulate the energy of the rune? The charm wasn’t complete?

“If I’m not mistaken, this charm should be restored by the Death Round Table themselves based on the incomplete charm, and some other functionality was added in. It appears to be able to connect a soul somewhere else with this charm, thereby controlling the actions of the Death Knight. It’s somewhat similar to the remote control of the Mechanical Engineering Department.”

“Transferring soul… remote control… why does it sound familiar?”

Bai Qi rubbed his chin, and suddenly an idea flashed in his mind.

Transferring the soul of a creature into another object, wasn’t that just what the Dual Sky Mech did?

No wonder they couldn’t research how the Dual Sky Mech transferred the soul of the Ferocious Beasts onto the mech. The original method was not left in the mech itself.

With this thought, Bai Qi’s research interest was suddenly piqued.

If he could restore this Soul Charm, wouldn’t he be able to recreate the Dual Sky Mech?

Bai Qi shared his idea with Luo Xiang and was about to ask Luo Xiang about the relevant knowledge when Luo Xiang unhesitatingly poured cold water on him.

“Don’t even think about it. The method of stripping souls was lost long ago. Otherwise, Master Lan and the others wouldn’t have gone to great lengths to find a similar solution from the Dual Sky Mech. Moreover, judging from this Soul Charm, it seems like the Death Round Table is in the same situation.”

Luo Xiang pointed at the Soul Charm in front of him, saying, “However, this Soul Charm is indeed worth researching. Young man, work hard.”

“Instructor Luo, aren’t you joining too?”

Bai Qi was taken aback upon hearing this. Luo Xiang’s attainment in runes was even higher than Professor Dong’s, and his understanding of alchemy was obviously not bad either. If Luo Xiang could help, it would speed up the deciphering process.

Luo Xiang patted Bai Qi’s shoulder, saying, “This thing is clearly a component, and it’s too time-consuming to restore it. I’d rather use this time to study the Element Gate.”

“Alright.”

Bai Qi sighed, opened up his smart brain device and brought out all the problems he encountered during his study of alchemy, seeking guidance from Luo Xiang one by one.

Luo Xiang couldn’t help with the Soul Charm, but he couldn’t afford to miss these fundamental questions any longer.

…

As expected, Luo Xiang was an expert in runes and he spent only half a day explaining the problems that Bai Qi had accumulated over many days. Bai Qi successfully connected alchemy with runes.

“I’ve done all I can to help you, You’ll have to continue researching on your own.”

Luo Xiang stretched out lazily and said, “Remember to reserve a dormitory for me, I’m currently homeless.”

“No problem, there are plenty of vacant rooms here.”

Bai Qi didn’t even raise his head, continuing to immerse himself in the research of alchemy curse marks.

Although the Soul Charm can’t separate and transfer souls, the effect of remotely controlling beasts is still worth studying.

If it was possible to control across realms like the Death Round Table, could future realm explorations and even fights with ferocious beasts be replaced by similar methods?

You have to understand that even Mechanical Beasts can’t be directed across realms by Beast Masters.

Thinking about this, Bai Qi became more and more excited.

As for Luo Xiang, he didn’t find this strange, and he didn’t bother Bai Qi anymore, conscientiously heading to the residential area of the Institute to look for a satisfactory room.

The association did offer rooms, but they were too noisy. Luo Xiang didn’t want President Qin badgering him with questions about his experience of becoming a legend.

“Beast Master, it seems you’ve forgotten something.”

After Luo Xiang left, Schuck finally couldn’t help but speak up.

“Forgot what?”

Bai Qi, still immersed in researching alchemy, looked up somewhat blankly. Only when he saw the skeleton fragments in Schuck’s mouth did he remember.

“I almost forgot to upgrade Alpha’s skills!”

Bai Qi slapped his forehead, Luo Xiang’s distraction had made him forget the main task at hand.

Thinking about this, Bai Qi immediately took out the skeleton fragments and handed them over to Alpha, then put on the Evolution Egg to wait for the results.

“By the way, where did Cha go?”

Interrupted by Schuck, Bai Qi finally remembered Bai Qiucha who came to visit the Institute together with him.

“Bai Qiucha should have gone to the Armed Evolution Area.”

Schuck’s eyes flashed red, and he immediately found Bai Qiucha’s location from the Institute’s surveillance.

“Armed Evolution? Is there a problem with the mechanical armament of the Thunderbolt Mouse?”

Bai Qi was taken aback at this, letting Schuck continue his research while he went to the Armed Evolution Area.

The Armed Evolution Area was on the eighth floor of the main building of the Institute. As soon as Bai Qi entered, he smelled a familiar metallic odor.

Although Armed Evolution still required runes, it was still mainly mechanical. Therefore, the overall environment was barely different than that of the Mechanical Martial Studies.

“Bai Qi, I was just about to look for you. It’s perfect timing. Speak up, what have you been meddling with now?”

Bai Qi’s arrival immediately drew the attention of many researchers. The one that charged forward first was none other than Professor Chu, the leader of the Armed Evolution Team.

“Messing with things? I haven’t been researching anything recently, have I?”

Bai Qi scratched his head in confusion. He had been so absorbed in improving the combat readiness of his beasts that he only just began diving into his research a few days ago.

He had just begun researching alchemy when he was interrupted again.

“Not researching? Then what’s the deal with the Ancient Species of Zhuge Chen?”

Seeing the sincere look on Bai Qi’s face, Professor Chu also looked a bit confused.

“Zhuge Chen… Professor Chu, are you talking about the Mecha Dragon Baby beast? Did something happen?”

On hearing this, Bai Qi tensed up. The Mecha Dragon Baby beast was different from other Ancient Species as it was only able to adapt to the outside world due to the mechanical armament on its body. Based on what Professor Chu said, could it be that something has happened to the Mecha Dragon Baby beast?

“There’s no problem. But are you sure that you didn’t come up with the Mecha Dragon Baby beast’s temporary evolution ability?”

Hearing Professor Chu’s words, Bai Qi finally caught on and laughed, “That was a joint effort between my parents and me. However, it is only applicable for the Mecha Dragon Baby beast.”

“Oh, that’s a pity…Using a Spirit Controller’s spirit power to stimulate evolution is quite remarkable even if it is temporary. If we could generalize this practice, maybe Spirit Controllers could also become a powerful fighting force.”

Professor Chu sighed with some regret, saying, “Now that you’re here, the upgrade of the Thunderbolt Mouse’s mechanical armament is up to you. You know, it’s been a long time. You should have helped her improve it. Hmmm, Bai Qi, are you listening to me?”

“Ah~ I am, I am.”

Bai Qi responded perfunctorily, as his mind began to whir with thoughts.

Mecha Dragon Baby beast… Spirit Power stimulation… Temporary evolution… Soul Charms…

It seemed that it wasn’t impossible to generalize?