Chapter 184: This Mount Is Too Good to Be True!

Moss turned to look at Old Mur and saw him holding an open envelope in his hand. Old Mur cleared his throat and continued, “Considering the elite training program’s history, we have always awarded a Best Spirit award.”

Old Mur paused and read the envelope’s contents seriously. Before he could read the recipient’s name, someone in the crowd had already shouted Moss’s name.

“Isn’t it obvious who the winner is?! You already called Moss back to the stage before he could leave.”

“The chief instructor could’ve at least been more suspenseful.”

“Yeah, I agree. Moss has two trophies in his hands and a medal around his neck. The chief instructor could’ve let Moss put them aside before going back on stage.”

“It seems like Old Mur cherishes time like his life.”

Old Mur felt helpless because Red Spider only handed him the envelope as Moss left the stage. He opened the envelope and saw Moss’s name again, so he stopped Moss without much thought.

Nonetheless, Old Mur was focused at that moment, as if he had not heard the audience’s complaints.

“The winner of the 201st Best Spirit award is Moss! He has repeatedly displayed the spirit of chivalry by protecting his teammates and fellow students. Even when faced with the threat of scoring zero points in a mission or losing his chance to claim a graduation certificate, he firmly adhered to his will to protect others.

“In addition, his spirit encourages others, uniting everyone and making them more willing to help one another. Let’s congratulate Moss once again!”

Amidst the cheers and applause, Moss finally exited the stage with three trophies in his hands and one medal around his neck.

The Guardians hurriedly approached their captain to help him with his awards and experience the joy of winning those accolades alongside him.

Everyone thought the award ceremony would finally end when Red Spider tapped on the microphone. With a joyful expression, she said, “We will now proceed to the final segment of the award ceremony, to present the Taming and Magical Beast Code certificates.”

Upon hearing that, the students who had successfully tamed Magical Beasts danced with joy.

“What a glorious moment for us!”

“I thought we would only receive those certificates privately. I didn’t expect there to be a special occasion for this.”

“They take these things seriously, huh?”

…

The organizing committee added this segment because they wanted the students’ loved ones to witness the training program’s capabilities.

Amidst everyone’s cheers and chants, 68 students led their tamed beasts onto the stage, causing a commotion below.

“That’s our boy!” A middle-aged man pointed at the stage, his eyes teary.

A wealthy lady in a gorgeous dress beside the middle-aged man asked in puzzlement, “What is he carrying? It’s a pet compared to the sheep Moss has.”

“Who cares what my son is holding? He’s still receiving a certificate because he could tame a Magical Beast,” the middle-aged man replied impatiently, his eyes never leaving the stage.

At that moment, Moss was on the stage petting his Sacred Tabu Sheep, Little Seven, while he collected his Taming and Magical Beast Code certificate.

Previously, just before Moss stepped onto the stage, he had signaled Little Seven that it could rest assured with him around, so Little Seven would not feel afraid.

Little Seven understood Moss’s signals and quickly became calm. However, Little Seven was bigger than before. Although it was obedient, its height and size exuded a mighty aura, especially when compared to the many smaller Magical Beasts.

The crowd was in a heated discussion when they saw Moss and his Magical Beast step onto the stage.

“That sheep looks rather imposing!”

“What’s so imposing about it? It’s just an ordinary Bloodthirsty Bighorn Sheep, right? It’s still a low-ranking Magical Beast no matter how big it is.”

“Yeah, it can’t even compare to the Ocelot next to that pretty girl in red.”

…

Most had varying opinions about Little Seven. Even if some praised its size, most thought Bloodthirsty Bighorn Sheeps had always been low-ranking beasts. However, Little Seven was a Sacred Tabu Sheep unbeknownst to everyone in the assembly hall.

Red Spider’s gaze did not leave the sheep since Moss brought it up on stage. Her eyes shone brightly. During the taming test, she felt that the sheep Moss had tamed was no ordinary Magical Beast. Looking at it again today and studying its size and temperament, Red Spider was sure it was a Sacred Tabu Sheep.

Three more people on the stage stared at the Magical Beast Moss brought onto the stage. The more Old Mur looked at it, the more shocked he became. “Is that the legendary Sacred Tabu Sheep?! Moss is not an ordinary knight. I never expected a high-leveled Magical Beast like that to appear in our training camp. It seems it’s time to reorganize the training grounds.”

Meanwhile, Hank wiped his glasses and adjusted them several times, his hands trembling slightly. He could not suppress the emotions surging in his heart. “This young man keeps surprising me! It seems I can start some new research.”

Vic used his spiritual power to test the Magical Beast. He was shocked at what he had discovered. “What incredible intimacy levels!”

Even if one tamed a high-leveled beast, their intimacy level would be deficient, and it could break away from its tamer’s control at any moment.

However, it was Vic’s first time encountering such intimacy levels between a legendary Magical Beast and a human. It was even higher than an average Magical Beast could have with its tamer.

Although Vic could not sense Moss’s true spiritual power after several attempts, he could tell Moss was a step above the rest. Even if he compared Moss to a third-year student, Moss would best that student.

Vic could only gaze at Moss admiringly.

Vic’s gaze shocked Old Mur beside him. ‘Vic has seen and met countless people, so why…’

…

The more experienced people on the stage knew that Little Seven was an extraordinary specimen. They all admired Moss.

The instructors and teachers who were not as experienced admired Moss even more. Moss’s level 99 intimacy was something no other student could achieve.

During that time, two people below the stage devoted all their attention to Little Seven.

Duke’s grandfather raised his eyebrows when he first saw the beast. His mouth twitched as he said thoughtfully, “I want you to gather as much information as possible on this beast!”

“Yes, Master!” The man in black saluted Duke’s grandfather respectfully.

Arthur’s grandfather also noticed Little Seven was no ordinary Magical Beast. He frowned, patted his armrest, and muttered, “Inform David Lee about this immediately. I will personally train Arthur from now on!”

Afterward, he stood up, adjusted his suit, and left.

Meanwhile, Moss received his Taming and Magical Beast Code certificate from Red Spider herself. Joy filled Moss’s heart as he connected to Little Seven. ‘We did it, buddy! We finally have the certificate. Now I can legally bring you around! On second thought, what about Little Lightning?’

Suddenly, the system sounded in Moss’s mind, “Congratulations, you have the best achievements in the elite training program. You have obtained 20 Holy Belief values for each medal and trophy.”

“Total value: +80.”

“Holy Belief value: 185/500.”