The Evolution Compendium

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The trading hall seemed to erupt like a massive earthquake, causing the Star Chain to tremble and dust to fall like rain.

Everyone was blasted to the ground, their bodies wrapped in strands of shadow, looking utterly disheveled.

This power clearly exceeded Gold level. The Shadow Power's corrosion ignored defenses and boasted the strength of a half-step Dawn Star!

If not for the trading hall's Defense Rune, they might have sustained more severe injuries.

But what shocked everyone was that this robed man remained seated, savoring a cup of coffee provided by the Night Commerce, completely unaffected by the Shadow Power explosion.

The more they thought, the more terrifying it seemed...

"Did you... did you just blow up the Ender Dragon?"

"Where did this guy come from? Is he provoking us, that bastard!"

"Damn it, stay away from him."

Everyone was wary, already categorizing Chu Yi as a dangerous lunatic, whose traded item caused a commander-level Pet Beast to self-destruct.

"He took out a self-destruct gift box, deliberately fooling everyone and orchestrating a big explosion! Interesting, so interesting. Someone like this should be approached and recruited."

A powerhouse wearing a jester's mask brightened, a corner of his mouth twitching upwards as he showed appreciation for Chu Yi's antics.

The Joyful Sect lacked such a thrilling entertainer. They sought someone who pursued more dangerous excitement to achieve mental and physical pleasure, resulting in an unprecedented sense of satisfaction.

In his view, Chu Yi and he were like-minded individuals, finding something amusing when bored.

He had thought he was sneakily making a move, getting all creative, but someone else had actually detonated a bomb, blasting all the Beast Taming powerhouses present!

As for Helian, who had traded for the Dragon-Pointing Pen, the Ender Dragon perished, suffering a contract backlash. His mind went into a frenzy, leaving him unable to summon a Pet Beast for defense, and he was thrown into a corner by the explosion's impact, heavily injured.

He never expected that, in a moment of impulse, he would end up poisoning his own Pet Beast!

As a result, it blew up!

It really blew up!

Helian's mentality collapsed!

People glanced at him mockingly, with a hint of pity.

Some had already recognized Helian's identity. He was the Vice President of the Faceless Association. The Ender Dragon he had cultivated as his first Pet Beast ended up self-destructing after eating what was suspected to be a forbidden item, severely diminishing his strength.

This tragic experience served as a wake-up call for everyone. Trading is risky; don't carelessly eat snacks from strangers.

"Sir, you're not leaving without an explanation," Helian spat out a blood-tainted froth, taking medicine to recover. Surrounded by the other Beast Taming powerhouses of the Faceless Association, he stared at the silent robed man, clenching his fists, his face filled with uncontrollable hatred.

A sea of rage surged in his pupils.

He had thought he was trading for a stroke of luck, but it turned out to be a stroke of doom—his primary battle Pet, the Ender Dragon, was gone!

The first Pet Beast is the first partner contracted in one's Beast Taming journey, holding special significance for a Beast Tamer.

This was akin to the hatred felt for a father's murderer; how could Helian not be furious?

"Oh, I don't provide after-sales service," Chu Yi sneered. "Besides, trading inherently has risks. What are you going to do about it?"

The main ingredient of this banquet was Shadow Power conjured from the mind. While it seemed to enhance strength, it was actually eroding the Ender Dragon, causing a mutation.

A shadow-type Pet Beast couldn't resist the inherent allure of this banquet, which led to the successful transaction of the Dragon-Pointing Pen.

"Such audacity from a mere Alien Race!"

"This is human territory! Kill him!"

"He might have a complete recipe for the Secret Medicine!"

"..."

The members of the Faceless Association exuded killing intent. This Alien Race lacked self-awareness and truly deserved death.

At that moment, the Iron Gall Bear King, watching its Pet Beast's rear explode yet again, felt both pain and fury. He immediately demanded compensation, growling, "I don't care about your damn business! Compensation! You must compensate me!"

"At least one Gold-level material! Don't even think about leaving without it!"

Immediately, the atmosphere became tense, ready to explode.

Due to the rules of the Night Commerce, fighting was not allowed at the trade fair, so they resorted to threats to pressure the other party.

Princess Gu Guan leapt through the void, avoiding the explosion.

She hesitated for a moment, then stood beside Chu Yi and sent a voice transmission, "Senior, after the trade ends, I'll take you to the Enchanting Demon Realm to hide for a while."

Hmm... Enchanting Demon? Chu Yi paused, looking curiously at the girl. Is this the Enchanting Demon he imagined?

He asked curiously, "Do you have coffee shops over there?"

Princess Gu Guan: "Huh?"

"...We might?" she replied, her beautiful eyes wavering with uncertainty. Is this senior really that fond of coffee?

Although it's a bit strange, this senior bears the mark of the Charm Demon Race and can be trusted.

At that moment, a thunderous explosion erupted, ripping off the entire ceiling of the trading hall!

Everyone immediately tensed up, but a vast aura erupted, and a terrifying pressure instantly intimidated everyone.

"Audacious!"

A middle-aged man, wreathed in nine raging flames, hurriedly arrived, internally panicking.

"Lord Lu Qi?"

The trading powerhouses recognized this most powerful figure of the Night Commerce and immediately showed respect.

Helian was delighted. He mistakenly thought this Dawn Star-level high-ranking Night Commerce official had come specifically to handle the matter and give him an explanation.

The Faceless Association had cooperated with the Night Commerce for years, so he saw no problem.

"My lord, he caused the death of my Ender Dragon! Such despicable behavior might be related to the Evil Gods! Please, my lord, stand up for me!"

"Get lost!"

A blazing fist struck Helian from afar, sending him sprawling like a kite with its string cut, flying tens of meters away.

The crowd: "???"

Before they could react, Lu Qi respectfully bowed to Chu Yi, trembling all over. "Great sir," he said, "I am deeply sorry for your unpleasant experience. I extend my most sincere apologies."

Upon hearing this, the crowd's eyes widened in shock. They gasped, a collective intake of breath that seemed to warm the entire trading hall a few degrees.

"Wh-what?"

"Isn't he an Alien Race? Why does Lord Lu Qi appear so respectful? Who exactly is he?"

"Ah, making a Dawn Star powerhouse submit... Truly terrifying upon deeper thought!"

"..."

Everyone wore expressions of disbelief. Lu Qi, in front of this robed man, appeared so humble.

And the Iron Gall Bear King shivered, thinking of more.

A forbidden name invaded his mind.

No... Impossible, right?

He glanced toward the figure in the Sun Robe, swallowing hard.

Could it really be such a coincidence? Bro, where's your iconic black robe?

This... Princess Gu Guan's pupils quivered. He makes even Dawn Stars treat him as an honored guest. His strength is unexpectedly fearsome. Was he really here to protect her?

Inside the Beast Taming Space, the Void Lord looked disdainful. It had seen through everything long ago.

At this moment, the whole scene fell into silence.

Lu Qi sighed with relief, thankful he had arrived in time. Otherwise, if this group angered the forbidden one and they all got killed, what then?

Death wasn't the problem, but if word got out, the Night Commerce's reputation would be ruined!

"It was indeed an interesting experience."

Not disappointing the crowd, Chu Yi's lips curved into a mocking smile as he looked at the trembling powerhouses.

"I, King of Black Robes, now pay up."