Chapter 531 - 521: Legend

Chapter 531: Chapter 521: Legend

At these words, the two beasts immediately shrank back. One put away its club and the other its giant shield. Throwing their arms around each other’s shoulders, they gave the Golden-Winged Emperor Eagle a harmonious smile. Their expressions seemed to say, ’We’re good buddies, we were just messing around. Please, Your Excellency, spare us...’

’So this is intelligence...’

Mu Chen watched the two enormous figures with slight surprise. He then turned to look at Little Tiger and Ta Shan, a glint flashing in his eyes. It seemed he had thought of something, but he quickly dismissed the idea.

Zhu Jiuqian, on the other hand, was beaming. The fat on his face jiggled around his wide grin, making for a rather comical sight. But everyone understood why he was so happy.

The Titan Giant Ape and the Titan Giant Rock were two of the most supreme bloodlines in the Titan Series. Even in their juvenile stage, they already possessed the strength of the Emperor Realm. Once they reached maturity, their terrifying Demon Beast Realm would break through to the Saint Realm, making them one of the continent’s peak Holy Beasts. The level of a contracted Magical Beast partner also reflected their respective Martial Arts Talent. The stronger the beast, the stronger the talent—a point that had been explained before they set out.

And Little Tiger and Ta Shan were his students—or more accurately, his disciples. For his disciples to possess such high talent, he, as their master, was naturally gratified!

"Excellent! I must congratulate you both. By partnering with these two Magical Beasts, your futures are sure to be glorious!"

As he spoke, Zhu Jiuqian went on to describe the abilities, personalities, and characteristics of the Titan Giant Ape and the Titan Giant Rock, even explaining some of the finer details.

"However, judging by their height, the Titan Giant Ape and Titan Giant Rock are still only in their juvenile state. They aren’t hatchlings, but they aren’t much better off. Their Demon Beast Realm is only at the Early Stage of Tier Six. But even so, they’re strong enough to contend with some High-Tier Six Magical Beasts!"

Opening his Gourd Heaven, Zhu Jiuqian happily took a large swig of wine. Then he said, "There is a legend about the Titan Giant Ape and the Titan Giant Rock."

"A legend?" Little Tiger and Ta Shan asked, taken aback.

Zhu Jiuqian nodded. "That’s right. Legend has it that the Ancient Titan Giant Clan was far too powerful. No creature on the Extreme Martial Continent could truly restrain them. Even the Ancient Giant Dragon Clan, who were of a similar level, could only fight them to a standstill! Furthermore, because the Ancient Titan Clan was closer to humans, their intelligence surpassed that of the Ancient Giant Dragons! As a result, the Ancient Giant Dragons were at a disadvantage most of the time in their battles against them."

"Because of this, the Ancient Titan Clan’s confidence soared, and they came to believe they had surpassed the gods of this world! They even deluded themselves into challenging divine majesty. Mu Chen, having undergone the Illusion Spirit Contract, should have some sense of just how terrifying the power of a god is. How could a mere mortal beast dare to provoke it?"

"Finally, the Ancient Titan Clan incurred divine wrath. To punish them, the enraged God of Nature used world-sundering power to completely seal their bloodline and strength! Then, using the Divine Blade, He split them into two parts! One half became the Titan Giant Ape, known for destruction and ruin, embodying the Ancient Titan Clan’s bloodlust, arrogance, and conceit—their evil side! The other half became the Titan Giant Rock, known for fortitude and guardianship, embodying the Ancient Titan Clan’s gentleness, unity, and humility—their righteous side! He then made them utterly repulsive to one another, causing them to fight without reason whenever they met, all to make them suffer!"

"When you think about it, the legend has some credibility. After all, the God of Nature really does exist." Zhu Jiuqian looked at the two Giant Beasts hugging each other and continued, "The Titan Giant Ape represents the ultimate spear, and the Titan Giant Rock represents the ultimate shield. If someone could combine the power of the ultimate spear and the ultimate shield, both the Titan Giant Ape and the Titan Giant Rock would undergo a second bloodline awakening! After awakening, they would no longer be mere successors of the Titan Series. Instead, they would become the true Titan Race! The Ancient Titan Giants, perfect in both offense and defense!"

"Incredible!!"

Seeing the dazed expressions all around, Zhu Jiuqian laughed heartily. He took another swig of wine and said, "But that’s just a legend. After all, throughout history, there have been many Martial Artists who have formed a contract with a Titan Giant Rock, but no one has ever heard of anyone contracting a Titan Giant Ape! Its personality makes it psychologically incapable of submitting to another. They are arrogant and conceited, looking down on all creatures smaller than themselves! So, wanting one to become your Magical Beast partner is nothing but a daydream."

"However, I imagine that even if someone did manage to contract a Titan Giant Ape, they would have been indoctrinated with the idea that the Titan Giant Ape and the Titan Giant Rock are eternal enemies. With such a mindset, they would unhesitatingly charge at any Martial Artist with a Titan Giant Rock, rather than ever thinking about combining their powers to become one!"

"I just never expected that on this trip to Holy Beast Mountain, my two students would simultaneously contract a Titan Giant Ape and a Titan Giant Rock. It seems I’ll have to verify the truth of this legend myself. Little Tiger, Ta Shan, starting tomorrow, you two will report directly to the Elder Space. From now on, I will personally guide all of your cultivation. Any objections?"

After speaking, Zhu Jiuqian looked at Little Tiger and Ta Shan with a gaze that permitted no refusal. However, he found that one immediately looked to Liu Feiyuan, and the other to Mu Chen. This frustrated Zhu Jiuqian to no end. But frustration aside, he turned his expectant gaze to Mu Chen and Liu Feiyuan, because he could see the dependence in the two boys’ eyes.

Seeing Little Tiger looking at him, Mu Chen chuckled and said, "Why are you looking at me? Hurry up and agree. This is the best opportunity to increase your strength."

As he spoke, Mu Chen casually tossed a Storage Ring to Little Tiger. "This ring is filled with the carcasses from the Xuanling Empire’s Beast Tide, including quite a few Seventh Rank Magical Beasts. Once you’re in the Elder Space, you can feast on them. I’ve put the barbecue recipe, instructions, and spices inside, too. The next time we meet, I hope to see a different you—a powerful you. You can do it."

Mu Chen’s words were light and casual, but they moved Little Tiger in a way he couldn’t explain. He had always been an Outsider in his clan. Besides his doting grandmother, the person who cared for him most had become Mu Chen. From the day they met, Mu Chen had looked after and protected him like an older brother. His eyes reddened and his nose tingled. He was on the verge of tears but fiercely held them back. He gave Mu Chen a firm nod and carefully put away the plain-looking Storage Ring. It didn’t just hold the Magical Beast carcasses Mu Chen had collected; it held Mu Chen’s immense care for him.

"Brother Mu Chen! I’ll definitely become a powerhouse!!"

Wiping the corner of his eye, Little Tiger made a silent vow! ’I will become a powerhouse—one strong enough to protect Brother Mu Chen!’ At that moment, the goals of both Little Tiger and Qing Lei converged on Mu Chen.

Zhu Jiuqian gave Mu Chen a profound look, his eyes filled with shock. He finally understood the source of Mu Chen’s prestige within the team.

Liu Feiyuan, in contrast, handled it more simply. He just said a few words to Ta Shan, signaling him to accept Zhu Jiuqian’s request. Compared to Little Tiger, Ta Shan’s mindset was simpler and more straightforward. He had followed Liu Feiyuan since he was a child, so the moment wasn’t as emotionally charged for him.

Seeing that Little Tiger and Ta Shan had both agreed, Zhu Jiuqian finally breathed a sigh of relief. He had actually been quite anxious; if they had refused, his situation would have become extremely awkward. Fortunately, things had worked out as he’d hoped.

"Little Tiger, I have a question for you." Zhu Jiuqian hung the Wine Gourd at his waist, his expression turning somewhat serious.

Little Tiger heard him and nodded. "Please ask, Teacher."

Zhu Jiuqian nodded. "Can you tell me how you formed a contract with this Titan Giant Ape? Although the Magical Beasts on Holy Beast Mountain are specially influenced to be fond of humans, the Titan Giant Ape’s innate bloodlust shouldn’t have diminished much. So, I’m very curious."

"Ah, it was like this." Little Tiger thought for a moment before explaining, "When I first entered Holy Tomb Mountain, I appeared right on its shoulder. It was eating some fruit... uh, so I asked if it wanted to be my Magical Beast partner, and it... it just agreed."

"It was that simple?!" Zhu Jiuqian was dumbfounded, his eyes wide with utter disbelief.

"Yeah." Little Tiger’s expression was so innocent that Zhu Jiuqian couldn’t bring himself to doubt him. In the end, he could only surrender to the boy’s guileless face.

"Ahem!" Zhu Jiuqian cleared his throat. "Little Tiger’s and Ta Shan’s Magical Beasts have been revealed. Who’s next?" He had the two boys recall the Titan Giant Ape and Titan Giant Rock to their Summoning Space before addressing the rest of the group.

Hearing this, Ye Shuangshuang stepped forward from the outer circle. "Let me go."

Zhu Jiuqian nodded, gesturing for Ye Shuangshuang to summon her Magical Beast partner. Ye Shuangshuang had a straightforward personality, so she immediately stretched out her right arm, furrowed her brow, and shouted, "Soar! Zhi Yan Unicorn!!"

"NEIGH!!"

A clear, ringing neigh echoed from the sky as a crimson Summoning Array materialized out of thin air. Just like with Little Tiger’s and Ta Shan’s summons, a special symbol radiating intense, blazing heat shot toward the heavens. The array flashed red, and an exceptionally elegant figure descended from the sky, entering everyone’s view.

"A Unicorn!"

Mu Chen and the others clicked their tongues in amazement. Unicorns were known to be powerful, but even setting that aside, its elegant and beautiful appearance was something no woman could refuse! However, Unicorns were also extremely holy and incredibly sensitive to even the slightest trace of evil intent in a person. It was a huge surprise that Ye Shuangshuang had managed to form a contract with one.