Chapter 10: Visiting Beast Breeding Bases
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Asher couldn't help feeling a bit shocked.
But was it overwhelming shock? Not quite.
'What use all this detailed information, anyway?'
'Just to write a beast codex?'
If anything, what intrigued Asher more was the sudden 30-point increase in the Fairy Butterfly's public recognition level.
'Yesterday, it was 0.'
'Today, it has risen to 30?'
'Where did this increase come from?'
After a moment's thought, Asher had a theory.
"Professor Iris, President Robb, Ivy."
Iris had accurately figured out the conditions for a honeybug's evolution into a Fairy Butterfly.
She'd shared her guess with President Robb and took Ivy and her Fairy Butterfly to the Beast Master Alliance for a full examination.
'See, recognize.'
It might be the latter that mattered most.
Or possibly both.
"If one person adds 10 recognition points, then 5,000 points means 500 people."
Once 500 people recognized the Fairy Butterfly, he'd get a chance to draw a skill from it.
Asher felt… 'this was a good deal.'
Though putting it into practice might be tough.
Promoting an unknown evolution path to the general public was never easy.
Moreover, how could he explain his ability to repeatedly help extraordinary creatures evolve?
Remembering Iris's words, Asher formulated a rough plan.
To unlock more skills.
To gain more chances to draw them.
He'd study hard and get into a pet beast evolution program.
But before that…
"I need to visit the beast breeding base and select my first pet."
Contracting his first pet beast would be the true first step toward becoming a Beast Master.
Seeing all six bases in NY City in a single day wasn't feasible.
As the workday ended, Asher approached Ron to request time off. "Ron Big Brother, I'd like to take a day off tomorrow and combine it with the weekend for a short break."
Ron immediately frowned.
"A day off? What for?"
His tone was reluctant.
If Asher took a day off, he'd have to be the one sitting at the front desk.
"My application went through. I'm going to pick out my pet beast."
Asher didn't want to explain too much but knew he couldn't hide it either, so he kept it brief.
Even with just that, Ron's face twisted slightly when he heard it.
'Beast Master? pet beast?'
'Tch!'
"Fine," Ron responded icily, then turned on his heel and walked away stiffly without looking back.
No objections meant approval.
As for Ron's annoyance, Asher paid it no mind.
———
The next day.
Asher had planned his route the night before and consulted with Iris.
Following her advice, he made the NY City Beast Master Alliance his first stop.
As he entered, the receptionist immediately noticed the young man approaching.
Black hair, white T-shirt, jeans, sneakers—a simple look, clean and neat.
His features weren't extraordinary.
But his warm, perpetually smiling eyes gave him a distinctive charm.
"Hello, I'm Asher. Professor Iris sent me here to register."
He smiled as he introduced himself to the receptionist.
Initially a bit starstruck, the receptionist's expression turned awkward the moment she heard Iris's name.
She even seemed a bit nervous as she looked at him.
Asher: ???
He couldn't help but feel confused.
'Did something happen?'
The receptionist, recalling the scare from yesterday, had lost all interest in admiring a handsome face.
With complete professionalism, she quickly checked the records.
"Alright, I've found you. You're Asher, correct?"
"Please present your ID."
After verifying Asher's identity and completing the registration, the receptionist respectfully handed him a black card.
"Your information is confirmed."
"This pass was specially arranged by Professor Iris and President Robb. It grants you access to six of NY City's breeding bases, excluding the Snow Wolf base, and includes an accompanying guide."
"The pass will deactivate once you've selected your pet beast."
Asher accepted the card and smiled at her. "Thank you."
With that, he walked out.
The next time he returned would be to register as an apprentice Beast Master.
Watching Asher's figure disappear, the receptionists couldn't resist gossiping in hushed tones.
"Who's that? A relative of the president? He gets to choose any extraordinary creature from six breeding bases."
"We've seen President Robb's relatives before. And this guy mentioned Professor Iris. Maybe he's related to her?"
"I don't think so. Just look at him—he seems pretty ordinary."
"Then how does he have such privileges? I can't figure it out."
"I have a guess. Do you think it might be related to that news from yesterday?"
The group glanced at each other, silently connecting the dots.
Maybe it was best not to speculate too much.
———
There are seven beast breeding bases in NY City.
The one closest to downtown is the Little Spirit Cat Breeding Base.
This was Asher's second destination.
Showing his ID, he easily entered the base.
And for the first time, he saw the Little Spirit Cats with his own eyes.
"Little Spirit Cats are a popular choice among many Beast Masters," a staff member explained in detail.
"They look like regular cats, but their appearance, abilities, health, and lifespan all far surpass ordinary cats."
"They also have three possible evolution paths. Many Beast Masters choose to contract a Little Spirit Cat in the early or mid-stages."
Although the staff didn't know Asher's exact background, the black card in his hand made it clear he had connections.
Following the principle of not offending anyone, they provided the best service possible within their job scope.
Unaware of the staff's thoughts, Asher nodded gratefully, his gaze sweeping over the Little Spirit Cats.
He had to admit, creatures endowed with extraordinary abilities weren't just strong—they were beautiful.
Little Spirit Cats closely resembled regular kittens.
Slightly smaller.
With glossier, more vibrant fur.
And they didn't shed.
His eyes landed on a completely black Little Spirit Cat.
[Pet Beast: Little Spirit Cat]
[Type: Low-Grade Extraordinary, Mid Tier]
[Level: Tier 1, Mid Level]
[Skills: Scratch, Sprint, Bite]
[Evolution Path: Shadow Leopard]
[Not yet eligible for evolution]
[What evil thoughts could a Little Spirit Cat have? It simply wants to enslave every human it meets.]
Asher's mouth twitched.
The staff member noticed his gaze and smiled, "That's one of our newly bred Little Spirit Cats this year. It has a pretty good temperament and doesn't mind being around humans. Should be easy to raise."
Asher was speechless.
'A good temperament?'
'Treating every human equally as a litter box cleaner—yeah, that's one way to be easygoing.'
He said nothing, letting his gaze shift to another Little Spirit Cat, this one a black-and-white furball currently zooming around energetically.
[Pet Beast: Little Spirit Cat]
[Type: Low-Grade Extraordinary, Mid Tier]
[Level: Tier 1, Low Level]
[Skills: Scratch, Hiss, Bite]
[Evolution Path: Shadow Leopard, Gale Spirit Cat]
[Not yet eligible for evolution]
[Once I grow wings, nothing will be out of my reach!]
Asher's mouth twitched again.
'This… is pure cat behavior through and through.'
After making a full circuit of the Little Spirit Cat Breeding Base, Asher found the best-qualified cat—a sunbathing orange tabby.
[Pet Beast: Little Spirit Cat]
[Type: Low-Grade Extraordinary, Mid Tier]
[Level: Tier 1, Mid Level]
[Skills: Scratch, Hiss, Bite]
[Evolution Path: Shadow Leopard, Gale Spirit Cat, Blazing Tiger King]
[Not yet eligible for evolution]
[The cat has no interest in becoming stronger, only in eating and sunbathing. Burp~ Hungry again! Time to mooch!]
The only Little Spirit Cat with all three evolution paths.
But…
It seemed a bit too content to just lie around and wait for food.
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