Chapter 1019: The Ninth Research Institute of the Zhitia Ghost System (two in one)

Absorbing positive emotional energy… Letting Ghost-type Pets try to be happy, maintaining a joyful mood, allowing them to feel positive emotional energy… Qiao Sang put down her phone, deep in thought.

Xiao Xunbao is still at the General-level stage, and its evolution path to the Emperor-level is public and transparent; as long as the evolution materials are collected, there’s not much to worry about.

Moreover, Xiao Xunbao’s evolution materials to the King-level can be gathered in ten days. The evolution location and form have already been confirmed in Aodinihi’s prophecy, so it definitely has nothing to do with this method.

However, after the Emperor-level, I could try the method Dr. Zhang Taidong mentioned…

Making Ghost-type Pets maintain a happy mood, huh? Qiao Sang looked at Xiao Xunbao beside her.

“Xunxun?”

Xiao Xunbao blinked when she saw her Yu Beast Master looking at her.

Qiao Sang handed over her phone with a smile: “You worked hard during the competition a while ago, so you’re allowed to play with your phone tonight.”

Although Xiao Xunbao’s next evolution form is already set, she could still try ways to make it happy. Even if it doesn’t evolve into another form, there might be some changes.

After all, the prerequisite for Xiao Xunbao to evolve into a Ghost Ring Spirit was to first split the ring into two, which required such a noticeable change.

“Xunxun…”

Xiao Xunbao stared at the phone her Yu Beast Master handed over, reached out her paw to take it, but didn’t show any obvious expression of happiness.

Qiao Sang hesitated and asked:

“Aren’t you happy?”

“Xunxun?”

Xiao Xunbao was startled for a moment.

What would make her happy?

Qiao Sang said, “I let you play with your phone.”

“Xunxun~”

Xiao Xunbao pointed outside with her paw and called out.

She didn’t want to play with her phone today; she wanted to go out and play. You promised.

Qiao Sang: “…”

Almost forgot…

“Then give me back the phone.” Qiao Sang reached out her hand.

“Xun!”

Xiao Xunbao pretended not to hear, called out, indicating she was going out to play, and then quickly teleported away.

Qiao Sang: “…”

It seems playing with a phone can no longer attract Xiao Xunbao…

“Steel Sword.”

At this moment, Steel Treasure by the window opened its eyes and called out, indicating that making Xiao Xunbao happy was too simple. If Tooth Treasure, Dew Treasure, and Clear Treasure all recognized it as their big brother, and if happiness could make it evolve, it guaranteed it could evolve the next second.

Qiao Sang subconsciously looked in the direction of Tooth Treasure and Dew Treasure, and seeing them both with their eyes closed, she quietly breathed a sigh of relief.

“If Tooth Treasure, Dew Treasure, and Clear Treasure all called it big brother, would that still be happiness? That would be excitement. I’m afraid it would faint from happiness.” Qiao Sang thought.

“Steel Sword…” Steel Treasure responded in her mind, indicating agreement.

No one noticed that Dew Treasure in the fish tank opened one eye, then closed it again.

…

The next day, early morning.

Qiao Sang quickly washed up, pulled open the curtains, and glanced at the sky covered by light gray clouds.

It looks like the weather isn’t good today…

“Dong dong~”

Just as she was thinking, a knock sounded at the door.

A gust of wind swept by, and Clear Treasure appeared by the door, pulling open the doorknob.

Mi Jiala stepped in and said:

“Once Fulaoda teacher arrives and finishes the inspection, we’ll go to the Zhidia Ghost-type Ninth Research Institute.”

Zhidia Ghost-type Ninth Research Institute? Qiao Sang was startled.

Isn’t that Dr. Zhang Taidong’s research institute?

“Why are we going there?” Qiao Sang asked.

“That passerby last night mentioned Dr. Zhang Taidong. I looked him up, and he’s at that research institute.” Mi Jiala said as she came to the sofa and sat down:

“Although Zhang Taidong is only an A-level researcher, his research on Ghost-type Pets is indeed in-depth. The Ghost Ring King is your Dragon Country’s Pet, and Imperial Beast Academy teachers may not understand your country’s Pets as well as those here.”

She glanced at Xiao Xunbao, who was on the floor fiddling with an unknown number of trinkets she had gotten at some point, and continued:

“I’ve read Dr. Zhang Taidong’s published papers. He says that some Ghost-type Pets may have another evolution path. The Ghost Ring King’s evolution limit is Emperor-level. Go and learn about it; perhaps there’s hope for the Ghost Ring King to break through its species limit.”

Yu Beast society has lasted for so long, and countless researchers explore the mysteries of Pet species bloodlines every year. The species limits that should be researched have basically all been discovered.

Nowadays, saying you want a Pet to break through its species limit is simply wishful thinking.

However, the person in front of her was Qiao Sang, who had broken many conventions. She herself could not be viewed in a conventional way, so Mi Jiala wanted to give it a try.

As a Ghost-type and Superpower System Pet, the Ghost Ring King is not only powerful in attributes but also highly talented. However, if it only reaches its species limit at the Emperor-level, it won’t be able to become a main Pet in the future Interstellar Cup.

If it breaks through its species limit and reaches the Emperor-level, everything will be different.

“Xunxun…”

Breaking through the species limit? Xiao Xunbao understood, and raised her head, looking stunned.

Her?

She didn’t expect that not only she remembered Dr. Zhang Taidong, whom a passerby casually mentioned yesterday, but Mi Jiala teacher also remembered… Qiao Sang was both shocked and touched, and asked:

“Teacher, have you already contacted Dr. Zhang Taidong?”

Mi Jiala glanced at her: “I don’t know him, so how would I contact him?”

Qiao Sang was startled: “Then if we go to the research institute, will they let us in directly?”

“To be precise, you’re going to the research institute.” Mi Jiala said slowly:

“After all, I am not from the Dragon Country. No research institute in any country would allow people from other countries to enter freely.”

Qiao Sang was startled again:

“If I go, will they let me in?”

Mi Jiala smiled and said:

“Don’t underestimate your current fame. You just won the Regional Competition in the Central Air District, which is when your popularity is highest. And you also have a unique colored Ghost Ring King. If you go and state your identity and purpose, I believe Dr. Zhang Taidong will be very willing to help you.”

Is Teacher perhaps overestimating me? Others aren’t from the Central Air District, and they’re researchers who spend all day in the institute. Would they have heard of me? Qiao Sang pondered for a moment, then nodded and said:

“Then I’ll give it a try.”

Although Xiao Xunbao’s next two forms are already decided, and there’s no definite statement about this research-related evolution method, she finally came to the Zhidia District and has clues about another Ghost-type Pet evolution path. If she can understand it in more detail, that would naturally be best.

“Xunxun…”

Hearing this, Xiao Xunbao’s eyes sparkled as she looked at her Yu Beast Master.

…

Approaching noon.

“Dong dong~” The room door was knocked twice.

Steel Treasure flew over to open the door.

Fulaoda walked in, looking at Steel Treasure with a complex expression, then at Qiao Sang.

“You’re here.” Mi Jiala greeted him.

“Fulaoda teacher, have you eaten? Would you like something first?” Qiao Sang asked enthusiastically.

“I’ve already eaten on the plane.” Fulaoda sighed with emotion: “I didn’t expect that in such a short time, you not only won the Regional Competition but also made Steel Sword Falcon bond-evolve again.”

Qiao Sang was a little surprised:

“You also saw the news of me winning the championship?”

Fulaoda glanced at Mi Jiala, and said with a smile in his voice:

“It was your teacher who specifically sent me your achievements.”

In the past, he and Mi Jiala didn’t interact much, but ever since he became responsible for Qiao Sang’s Pet breeding issues, they occasionally had contact, and they always talked about Yan Jiaoou and their situation.

Specifically sent? Qiao Sang looked at Mi Jiala teacher.

Mi Jiala coughed once, changing the subject:

“Let’s quickly check Steel Sword Falcon’s condition. Qiao Sang has other things to do later.”

Hearing this, Fulaoda didn’t delay any longer. He took out various equipment and began to examine Steel Treasure.

Steel Treasure stood still, cooperating quietly.

After a thorough examination lasting about ten minutes, Fulaoda put down the equipment in his hand and said:

“Steel Sword Falcon’s condition is all very good. Next, the Energy Pill I formulate will focus on energy growth. For a more suitable formula, I’ll need to examine it again when it temporarily evolves into its King-level form.”

Mi Jiala seemed to have known that the other party would examine Steel Treasure’s evolution form, and nodded slightly:

“I’ve already reserved the training ground here; we can go now.”

She even reserved the training ground… Qiao Sang felt incredibly relieved.

She didn’t feel it while doing the Regional Competition tasks, but after the competition, she felt the benefits of having a teacher with her everywhere.

“Then let’s go now.” Fulaoda said.

“Yaya…”

Tooth Treasure heard this and quickly ran to the bedside table, picking up the Pet egg.

“Meimei.” Mi Jiala called out.

“Penpen.” Pen Jiami’s voice sounded out of nowhere.

The next second, the group appeared at the training ground.

Two Ghost-type Pets, eating and chatting in mid-air above the field, were startled and disappeared by becoming invisible.

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This efficiency… Qiao Sang glanced at her surroundings, sighed inwardly, met Steel Treasure’s gaze, and nodded.

“Steel Sword.”

Steel Treasure understood tacitly.

Soon, a dazzling white light illuminated its body.

Fulaoda looked up at the growing silhouette in the white light, and again sighed with emotion:

“Many old folks at the Academy already know that the Little Steel Falcon species can directly bond-evolve to the King-level. Professor Aodinihi has even applied to research the Little Steel Falcon, wanting to introduce this species to Eagle Country.”

Professor Aodinihi? Qiao Sang looked at Mi Jiala teacher.

Before she could even ask, Mi Jiala had already begun to explain:

“Professor Aodinihi specializes in bond evolution. The Little Steel Falcon species can directly bond-evolve to the King-level, and it doesn’t explicitly block off future paths. She definitely can’t sit still.”

No wonder… She didn’t expect Steel Treasure to not only show its face in the Dragon Country but also be favored by a professor from the Imperial Beast Academy. It seems seeing Steel Treasure’s kin on Blue Star is just around the corner… Qiao Sang felt happy for Steel Treasure for some reason.

Immediately after, she felt Steel Treasure’s joyful emotions.

So Pets can also hear sounds around them during evolution… Qiao Sang concluded.

“Steel Chief!”

The white light disappeared, and Steel Treasure, whose appearance had greatly changed, spread its wings with high spirits.

A powerful airflow surged.

Clear Treasure happened to be within this airflow, appearing uncontrollably and being blown into disarray by the current.

Just as it was about to use its wind power to neutralize the airflow, its Yu Beast Master stood in front of it.

“Clear Clear…”

Clear Treasure looked at the back of its Yu Beast Master in front of it, startled for a moment, and a hint of emotion flashed in its eyes.

Good, this position is better to appreciate Steel Treasure’s appearance after evolution… Qiao Sang looked at the evolved Steel Treasure in front of her with satisfaction.

Fulaoda began his examination.

This time, after a minute of examination, Steel Treasure’s body shrunk, returning to its Steel Sword Falcon form.

Evolving, devolving, evolving, devolving… After several repetitions, Fulaoda finally completed his examination.

He packed up his equipment while saying, “Steel Sword Falcon’s King-level form has significantly strengthened its defense. Once its King-level form is completely stable, let me know, and I’ll directly send over the King-level Energy Pills.”

After a pause, Fulaoda added:

“Oh, and the two turbine devices on Steel Sword Falcon after evolution are a weakness. Remember not to let attacks land in the middle part of the turbine devices during battles or training. The defense there isn’t as strong as the outside, and it will take direct heavy damage.”

“Understood.”

“Steel Sword.”

Qiao Sang and Steel Treasure nodded simultaneously.

“When will these Energy Pills be ready?” Mi Jiala asked.

“One week.” Fulaoda said without thinking: “Just tell me where to send them then, and I’ll mail them directly.”

“Send them to the Yu Beast Center here.” Mi Jiala said.

“Okay.” Fulaoda nodded.

Mi Jiala looked at Qiao Sang and asked:

“Do you need to go to the restroom?”

Qiao Sang was startled for a moment, then shook her head: “No.”

Mi Jiala smiled and said:

“Alright then, you should go.”

Before Qiao Sang could react, her vision went black.

When light returned, she found herself in front of a building with simple and flowing lines, a strong sense of technology in its appearance, yet also solemn and grand.

The plaque above read “Zhidia Ghost-type Ninth Research Institute” in large characters.

Qiao Sang: “…”

Honestly, isn’t this efficiency a bit too much?

Then she thought of something and tentatively asked:

“Meimei?”

The surroundings were silent.

It seems Pen Jiami has already left…

“Penpen.”

Just as she was thinking, Pen Jiami’s voice sounded in the air.

“Xunxun~”

Xiao Xunbao translated immediately, saying that Pen Jiami told her to just go in, and she would wait outside for her, then directly send her back.

With an Emperor-level Pet escorting her, what a display… Qiao Sang said, “Thank you for your trouble,” and walked towards the main gate with her head held high.

Besides the tightly shut security room windows, there was also a Pet about two meters tall, wearing a uniform, with a purple skull for a head, floating at the guard post.

Qiao Sang glanced at the Ghost-type Pet with the purple skull head and decisively chose to knock on the security room window.

The security room window was opened from inside, and another purple skull head poked out, calling out impatiently:

“Ouoou?”

Qiao Sang: “…”

Qiao Sang gathered her thoughts and said, “I’d like to see Dr. Zhang Taidong.”

The purple skull showed a puzzled expression and called out:

“Ouoou?”

“You don’t know me?” Qiao Sang asked tentatively.

“Ouoou.” The purple skull shook its head.

“Then do you know her?” Qiao Sang pulled Xiao Xunbao forward.

“Xunxun~” Xiao Xunbao blinked, deliberately flicking her golden hair, which had no disguise whatsoever.

“Ouoou.” The purple skull shook its head again.

Xiao Xunbao: “…”

Qiao Sang: “…”

It’s over. She calculated everything but didn’t expect that the research institute entrance would only have Ghost-type Pets, not even a single person.

It seems she can’t get into this research institute.

Qiao Sang looked at Xiao Xunbao’s disappointed expression and decided to try one more time:

“Can you please help me contact Dr. Zhang Taidong? Just tell him that a person named Qiao Sang is looking for him.”

After a pause, she added:

“She’s this year’s Regional Competition champion from the Central Air District. I want to ask him about another possibility for Ghost-type Pet evolution.”

The purple skull examined Qiao Sang for a few moments, then its head retracted. Inside, it opened a virtual screen and called out “Ouoou, Ouoou” a few times.

Immediately after, the virtual screen closed, and it pressed something somewhere.

The main gate opened. (End of chapter)