Chapter 50: The Fall of a King

A series of prompts flashed before Charles's eyes, and a wave of joy washed over his face. Defeating a Gold-quality ferocious beast had not only given Max and Mousie a level up but also bolstered their strength!

"After this battle, Max's loyalty has increased to 90 points!"

Charles recalled reading in the Beast Master Beginner's Guide that once a mystical beast's loyalty reached 90 points, it would become absolutely loyal to its Beast Master, willing to follow them through any danger, no matter the cost.

A surge of emotion filled Charles's heart; this wasn't just a cold, lifeless number.

Just moments ago, when faced with danger underwater and a far more formidable foe, Max and Mousie had instinctively chosen to protect him.

Before Charles could fully process what had just happened, Max suddenly pounced on him, nuzzling its fluffy head against his body. "Master, wasn't I awesome in that fight just now?"