Chapter 654
Chapter 654 - 634: Green Sex Sphere
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Hua Xueyi had considered going down the Beast Taming Path before, but for an average professional, it usually takes years to go from having the intention to actually obtaining the profession.
However, if the one actively offering help was Fang Wen, Lu Ping’an would really need to consider whether Hua Xueyi would play the role of a disciple, or a lab rat.
"Someone with the last name Fang?"
As a backbone of Special Service Team Three, although she didn’t have the chance to participate in the final bloody battle firsthand, Hua Xueyi had followed along during the entire process of chasing and investigating the case.
Neither of them spoke it out loud, but they both knew who the seemingly honest "miscellaneous worker" really was.
Even if they didn’t know her past "heroic deeds," just being a Peak Commandment Level professional would make people who knew her real identity respect her.
"...Did she approach you to be a researcher, or the one being researched?"
Hearing this, Hua Xueyi revealed a subtle expression.
"I asked that question, too. Her answer was..."
"Is there a difference between the two?" The same words came out of Hua Xueyi and the big cat’s mouths at the same time.
The big cat even added a comment smoothly.
"Professional research has never been limited to sterile rooms in scientific laboratories. In some sense, it’s closer to supernatural abilities and idealist philosophy. Life-professionals pursue the essence and truth of life, and if they want to go far, they’ll eventually have to experiment on themselves... Take a look at yourself, do you still qualify as a human in terms of biology?"
A human being capable of photosynthesis, producing solar fire, and possessing tentacles? Uh, Lu Ping’an shook his head, thinking that there was probably no need to worry about this.
𝒻𝑟𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝑛𝘰𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝘤𝘰𝘮
"Only amateurs worry about such pointless things. Be more professional!" The big cat was somewhat dissatisfied with Lu Ping’an’s "unprofessionalism."
"What does Fang Wen mean?" When in doubt, ask. Instead of competing wits and courage with Fang Wen, Lu Ping’an might as well ask the big cat for the standard answer directly.
"She’s idle..."
Alright, this answer was somewhat beyond expectation.
"... But Hua Xueyi’s metalization talent is quite rare. As a Mechanic Spiritualist, she has great prospects. Of course, the most important thing is not what she plans to do. Times have changed; you don’t have to fear her. The important thing is what she can bring to you." The big cat casually added a few words, but also hinted at the expectations he had for Lu Ping’an.
"A green planet, huh?"
"Yes, I suggest you form a Beast Taming team and a Gardener team at the same time. It’s best to find a team of chefs and hunters, too; otherwise, your profits will be severely discounted."
The green planet - the primitive planet pronounced "Teridya’an" - is also a newly opened major world for civilians.
It was a contender for the second and third batches of open areas, but it wasn’t very popular. The reason is simple... What kind of world would be called a "green planet"? Naturally, it is a primitive planet where ninety percent of the area is covered by natural vegetation and devoid of intelligent races.
It is said that the oxygen content on that planet is quite high, while gravity is low... Consequently, the creatures there tend to be larger in size, earning the nickname of "Giant Beast Paradise."
This is the primary reason it’s not well-received. In other worlds with intelligent races, newcomers can trade and conduct transactions, and their garrisoned troops can serve as a guarantee of safety.
In that case, even if one’s power is insufficient, they can still secure profits. However, in that world full of high-risk beasts, combat strength is the only fundamental factor for survival... You can’t simply tell the beasts that we have strong people on our side, so if you kill me, someone will kill you back.
Unlike the much-anticipated Silent Mountain Range World, that "primitive" world was not very popular among explorers in the entire Eastern Country...
"Exploring a primitive planet, if you’re out of luck, the chances of collecting finished taboo items will be very low. But you can harvest a lot of high-quality materials and new species, which is a good choice for life-professionals... as well as for the Ancient City."
The Ancient City, or a part of the second-tier cities of Changping State Government, has made a big bet on that world. They have already set up several large settlements, drawing safe zones in the midst of the ancient forests teeming with giant beasts.
Unlike the Silent Mountain Range World, which was destined for a short period of prosperity, if a long-term base could be established here, it would become a stable source of resource income.
"The fact that it hasn’t been developed has its benefits, as many natural treasures related to the world’s origin may be hidden there."
Lu Ping’an shook his head, not in a rush to discuss the matter, and was still waiting for the detailed information Princess Wang had promised to deliver.
Compared to the so-called first-class information, which was expensive to death in their own world, the intelligence provided by the Desert Kingdom was far more reliable and practical.
As for Fang Wen’s matter, Lu Ping’an contemplated for a moment and then agreed... actually, he was giving Fang Wen permission, but as for Hua Xueyi herself? As an independent individual, what she wanted to do was beyond Lu Ping’an’s control, and all he could do was give advice.
If it had been three months ago, Lu Ping’an would have refused without hesitation.
At that time, the top priority was to rein in Fang Wen and avoid any trouble.
But as the big cat had just said, there was no need for Lu Ping’an to be overly concerned about Fang Wen now... even with Fang Wen’s partial armament, Lu Ping’an could either fight or run away.
Fang Wen was not stupid, and Lu Ping’an’s rapid progress had made her humble and content... If Lu Ping’an grew fast enough, perhaps the day she "gets out of prison" would not be too far off.
"Be careful with the situation, you know who she really is, don’t jeopardize yourself. When it comes to experiments involving self-modification, remember to sign an agreement... in my territory, the priority of agreements is very high."
Hua Xueyi nodded, and the matter was almost settled.
In a sense, if handled properly, it would be a good thing for both the team and the individual.
For exotic travelers, a biological team, including animal-based Beast Tamers and plant-based Gardeners, can increase the harvest by tenfold, even a hundredfold, while also avoiding many avoidable risks.
The most dangerous thing about Exotic travel is not the ferocious beasts and natives that can be seen, but the "disharmony with the soil and water" diseases, and the innate defenses of various exotic creatures, which often cause accidents to experienced drivers.
The "Taming Beast (Biological) Laboratory" on Lu Ping’an’s side was actually set up.
The core members included the former Beast God Great Priest Maria T. Dora, former Quasi-God Kerdalais, and former... and still Peak Commandment Level Beast Tamer Fang Wen.
These three, if placed in an Ancient City University-like semi-top research institution, could each lead a team on their own, but most of their abilities were idle at the moment.
If they were ever needed, Marian could take action personally, Kerdalais could have Meow act on her behalf, and Fang Wen could hide behind and watch... perhaps, this is the root of her need for a runner/apprentice.
To them, the endless exotic realms are just as infinitely tempting, especially an old stager Beast Tamer on the edge of the rules, waiting for an opportunity to advance.
In fact, Lu Ping’an’s visit to Ancient City University and his active search for his mentor were not only about questions that could be answered over the phone.
When they met, Lu Ping’an’s current mentor, Professor Wen, was busy in his own botanical garden, with the "Netted Banyan Tree" that spanned the entire garden serving as his tentacles, caring for countless plants.
What interested him the most now was the two treasures Lu Ping’an presented.
"Help me look at their habits, abilities and combat potential..."
"A Decree-level exotic magic plant? Where did you get it?!"
Lu Ping’an’s "meeting gift" was surprising enough, prompting Professor Wen to abandon his other work and appear in person.
Taking advantage of this opportunity, Lu Ping’an extended an invitation to him.
"Teridya’an, the Green Planet, I wonder if the teacher is interested?"
With the biological laboratory settled, Lu Ping’an’s plant laboratory needed a reliable person in charge.
— End of Chapter 654 —