This made Zheng Dong a little surprised.
Time was becoming increasingly tight. If he didn't condense his divine personality soon, he might be surpassed by others.
During his cultivation period, not only had beast tamers abroad encountered fortuitous encounters, but beast tamers within the country had also received opportunities and inheritances.
In the Fengdu Base City, a Grandmaster-level beast tamer named Feng Nan was inexplicably drawn into the divine realm of the Wind God.
Within the Wind God's divine realm, he obtained the Wind God's inheritance, gained a pair of divine eyes, had his beast-taming space upgraded to Legendary-grade, and acquired a divine artifact, the Bow of Wind.
With Feng Nan's current abilities, dealing with a few quasi-divine extraordinary creatures was no problem at all.
After learning about the recent changes in the situation, Zheng Dong rushed to the Imperial Capital Base City.
It was already evening when he arrived at the Imperial Capital Base City.
Zheng Dong didn't rush into the Imperial Capital Base City. Instead, he found a place outside the base city and entered a Mythical-grade relic space to rest for the night.
The next day, Zheng Dong finally entered the Imperial Capital Base City and contacted Legendary Zhao Pu.
However, to his surprise, he encountered Feng Nan at Legendary Zhao Pu's place.
Feng Nan was significantly older than Zheng Dong and had previously served in the Beast Taming Corps, remaining loyal to Yanhuang.
Therefore, Legendary Zhao Pu also favored Feng Nan.
He intended to have Feng Nan join the Elder Council in the future.
In Legendary Zhao Pu's office, Feng Nan sat on the sofa with a serious expression.
Perhaps due to his naturally square face, he exuded an air of integrity.
He was also surprised to see Zheng Dong.
This was the first time he had encountered such a young Titled Legendary-level beast tamer.
Moreover, Zheng Dong gave him a sense of danger, even more so than a group of quasi-divine extraordinary creatures.
He stared at Zheng Dong, thinking for a long time before finally remembering that Zheng Dong had won the championship in the national competition.
Although he hadn't had the chance to participate in that National College Student Beast Tamer Competition, he had been following it closely.
After the competition ended,異世界 (Yi Shi Jie - Otherworld) continued to descend, and Yanhuang's situation kept changing. Similar competitions were no longer held.
Therefore, he still remembered Zheng Dong.
"You are Zheng Dong?" Feng Nan asked.
Zheng Dong nodded.
At this moment, Legendary Zhao Pu also entered the office, looking at Zheng Dong and Feng Nan with a smile.
"Hahaha, today is a good day. Yanhuang's top geniuses are all coming to see me.
I assume you already know something about each other.
I'm not sure about Zheng Dong's current strength, but Feng Nan is even stronger than me and can handle quasi-divine extraordinary creatures."
"Heh heh, not at all!" Feng Nan chuckled sheepishly.
"Being overly modest is hypocrisy! Zheng Dong, tell me, what is your current strength? I need the truth!" Legendary Zhao Pu continued.
Zheng Dong did not conceal anything and said,
"Titled Legendary, but I can handle quasi-divine extraordinary creatures!"
Legendary Zhao Pu nodded slightly.
As a Legendary-level beast tamer, he had his own methods. The pressure he felt from Zheng Dong was no less than that from Feng Nan.
As for who was stronger between Zheng Dong and Feng Nan, he couldn't judge yet.
"You are both very strong. You know the current situation, so I won't say much more. Yanhuang needs you to become stronger, preferably Mythical-level beast tamers.
We in the Elder Council believe we can support you unconditionally. Feel free to ask for any resources you need. As long as Yanhuang has it, we can provide it to you." Legendary Zhao Pu said.
"Rest assured, Legendary Zhao Pu. I, Feng Nan, grew up in the Beast Taming Corps and will never let Yanhuang down. I will definitely drive out the forces of the Totem Kingdom from Yanhuang's land." Feng Nan said.
Zheng Dong was very direct and said,
"Can I have any resources? I want to obtain the manufacturing data for forbidden bombs. It would be even better if I could get the data for divine forbidden bombs."
Legendary Zhao Pu looked at Zheng Dong, his expression becoming serious.
"What do you want to do, kid? Even if I gave you this data, you might not be able to manufacture them, as it requires many processes and hundreds of materials."
"I have a mechanical pet, and I want to cultivate it into a quasi-divine, or even a divine, mechanical pet.
I believe a divine mechanical pet would be as helpful to Yanhuang as a Mythical-level beast tamer!"
"Heh heh, you're that confident, kid? You know, neither we nor the most technologically advanced Xingye Kingdom have managed to cultivate a divine mechanical pet so far!" Legendary Zhao Pu said.
"I have some confidence. My mechanical pet's intelligence has reached Ultimate, and its chassis has also reached the Ultimate Mechanical Body. It can be said to be the mechanical pet with the strongest potential currently."
Legendary Zhao Pu's eyes widened immediately.
"Are you kidding me, kid!"
"How dare I lie to you!" Zheng Dong chuckled.
"Alright, then come with me for an inspection. If it truly reaches that level, I will not only give you the data related to forbidden bombs but also the data for divine forbidden bombs. I will personally apply to the Elder Council."
Afterward, Zheng Dong summoned Jingjing and followed Legendary Zhao Pu to a mechanical pet research and development base.
Of course, Feng Nan also tagged along.
This base gathered Yanhuang's top mechanical pet research experts.
Mechanical pets remained a future development direction for Yanhuang.
After all, mechanical pets could be equipped in large numbers by the beast taming legions, were suitable for legion warfare, and were more loyal to beast tamers.
First was the intelligence test.
The intelligence test required demonstrating computational ability, analytical ability, strategic planning ability, and of course, emotional and logical reasoning abilities.
Mechanical pets were also special life forms, and possessing emotions and logical capabilities was normal.
However, it was necessary to confirm whether emotions would affect the mechanical pet's computational ability and logical analysis capabilities. 筷書閣 (Kuai Shu Ge - a common placeholder for a website or source)
The intelligence test lasted for over three hours.
Jingjing passed perfectly.
Next was the test for the Ultimate Mechanical Body.
The Ultimate Mechanical Body not only needed to change multiple forms within a certain time but also withstand a certain amount of attack power and possess self-healing capabilities.
"Zheng Dong, the test is quite boring. How about we change the testing method? Let your mechanical pet fight against Feng Nan's pet to showcase the abilities that need testing. Wouldn't that be more interesting?" Legendary Zhao Pu suggested.
Zheng Dong was indifferent, and Jingjing was eager to try.
Jingjing had already grown to Emperor-grade and hadn't participated in combat yet. It was a good opportunity to find an opponent to practice against.
However, Feng Nan hesitated.
His strength was considerable, but he only had one pet that could contend with Jingjing.
This pet's growth level had already reached Overlord-grade.
His other pets were either injured or had not yet reached Emperor-grade.
Feng Nan had no choice but to truthfully explain his situation.
Legendary Zhao Pu looked at Zheng Dong.
"What do you say, kid? Fight or not?"
"Of course, we'll fight. How else can we test? Let's use Feng Nan's Overlord-grade Azure Phoenix Imperial Bird."
The Azure Phoenix Imperial Bird was larger than ordinary Azure Phoenix Birds and possessed stronger offensive capabilities.
Its wingspan was three to five times that of an ordinary Azure Phoenix Bird, and there was a golden feather at the tip of its tail.
Facing the Azure Phoenix Imperial Bird, Jingjing was not intimidated at all.
Her current form was still that of a two-dimensional girl, appearing very cute.
Secretly, she had already activated skills like Super-Dimensional Perception and Super-Range Lock, constantly monitoring the Azure Phoenix Imperial Bird's movements.
The Overlord-grade Azure Phoenix Imperial Bird was also very proud. Looking at the Emperor-grade Jingjing, it didn't attack but waited for Jingjing to make the first move.
Since that was the case, Jingjing didn't hold back. She directly changed her form and used the Energy Convergence Space Cannon.
The giant cannon barrel emitted scorching light and bombarded the Azure Phoenix Imperial Bird.
Instantly, it illuminated the entire battle arena.
This battle arena was built underground in the Imperial Capital Base City and was of a high level. The surrounding defensive barriers were also very sturdy, so even if a Totem-grade pet fought, it would be fine.
Jingjing's cannon blast, however, had a power comparable to an Overlord-grade pet's attack, surprising both Legendary Zhao Pu and Feng Nan.
Feng Nan warned the Azure Phoenix Imperial Bird not to be careless.
The Azure Phoenix Imperial Bird let out a cry, flapped its wings, and disappeared from its spot, dodging the Energy Convergence Space Cannon.
The next moment, the Azure Phoenix Imperial Bird appeared behind Jingjing and used its ultimate skill, Divine Fire Descent.
Clusters of azure flames rained down from the sky.
These flames were extremely hot, capable of instantly melting steel and turning speeding cars into molten metal.
The Azure Phoenix Imperial Bird showed no mercy, intending to melt Jingjing into scrap metal.
But Jingjing also disappeared from her spot, using the combination skill, Profound Spatial Concealment, to hide.
After the Azure Phoenix Imperial Bird's attack had completely landed, Jingjing reappeared, having transformed into the Starry Sky Mother Nest, unleashing the combination skill, Profound Swarm Annihilation.
Countless mechanical insects surged towards the Azure Phoenix Imperial Bird.
The Azure Phoenix Imperial Bird, terrified, frantically dodged.
It could clearly sense that if it were engulfed by these mechanical insects, it would likely be consumed without a trace.
Following that, it unleashed its ultimate skill, Devouring Fire Sea.
Rolling flames, like surging waves, swept towards the mechanical insects.
Upon collision, the mechanical insects were not immediately destroyed.
Each mechanical insect seemed to possess strong fire resistance.
Even within the sea of flames, they could still counterattack.
This greatly shocked Legendary Zhao Pu.
The chassis of these mechanical insects were stronger than he had anticipated.
He wondered if Jingjing's Ultimate Mechanical Body would be even stronger.
As expected, Jingjing, transformed into the Starry Sky Mother Nest, changed its form again, becoming a Starry Sky Battleship. It charged into the sea of flames and unleashed the Energy Convergence Space Cannon towards the Azure Phoenix Imperial Bird.
This indeed intimidated the Azure Phoenix Imperial Bird, which frantically dodged.
However, after evading the Energy Convergence Space Cannon, the Azure Phoenix Imperial Bird turned back and launched an attack.
The two sides exchanged blows, fighting dozens of rounds.
It was difficult for Jingjing to win, as her opponent was the Overlord-grade Azure Phoenix Imperial Bird.
It was also impossible for the Azure Phoenix Imperial Bird to defeat Jingjing.
Even with all its skills, it could at best achieve a mutually destructive outcome with Jingjing.
Seeing this, Legendary Zhao Pu witnessed what he had hoped to see.
Jingjing's potential was greater than any mechanical pet he had seen before.
If Jingjing mastered forbidden bombs or divine forbidden bombs, she might be able to defeat the Azure Phoenix Imperial Bird.
"Alright, the battle was more exciting than I expected. Zheng Dong, I will help you with your application, but it might take some time. You can wait for me in the Imperial Capital Base City for a few days!" Legendary Zhao Pu said.
"Then I'll trouble you. I'll await your good news!" Zheng Dong said with a smile.
If he could obtain the relevant data for forbidden bombs and divine forbidden bombs from Yanhuang, he wouldn't need to go to the Xue Island Country or the Xingye Kingdom.
He could then directly go to the Guangyao Kingdom to search for resources related to the World Tree and allow Ling'er to evolve again.
Feng Nan recalled the Azure Phoenix Imperial Bird and looked at Zheng Dong with excitement.
"Zheng Dong, why don't we have a match? I feel like I would gain a lot from fighting you."
Zheng Dong also wanted to test the power he had mastered.
During his recent cultivation period, he had gained a deeper understanding of his various bloodline powers, and his strength had increased significantly.
Seeing this, Legendary Zhao Pu also became interested.
"Alright, you two try it out and see who is Yanhuang's number one genius!"
Subsequently, Zheng Dong and Feng Nan stepped onto the battle arena one after another.
This time, neither of them intended to summon their pets.
Feng Nan prepared to use the power obtained from the Wind God's inheritance, the Wind God's Eye, and the Bow of Wind.
Feng Nan's eyes turned golden, and it seemed as if everything around him appeared different in his eyes.
Immediately after, he took out the azure Bow of Wind.
Instantly, Zheng Dong sensed danger.
His skill, Precognitive Sense, alerted him that Feng Nan was very dangerous.
Zheng Dong did not dare to be careless. He activated the Underworld God's Body and utilized the Vermilion Bird bloodline power, condensing a pair of fiery wings on his back.
At the same time, he also used the Azure Dragon's bloodline, with two Azure Dragon phantoms coiling around Zheng Dong's hands.
Sensing the aura emanating from the two, Legendary Zhao Pu frowned.
He doubted whether the defensive barrier of the arena could withstand their battle.
If the defensive barrier shattered, this arena would likely be damaged and difficult to repair.
"You two be careful, don't collapse this place!" Legendary Zhao Pu warned.
Zheng Dong and Feng Nan both nodded slightly.
Feng Nan drew the Bow of Wind.
This was a divine artifact. As Feng Nan drew it, the surrounding wind elemental energy converged towards the Bow of Wind like a tide.
The converged wind elemental energy eventually condensed into a wind elemental energy arrow.
This azure light arrow locked onto Zheng Dong, ready to be shot at any moment.
Zheng Dong stared at the wind elemental energy arrow. He felt that even using spatial teleportation wouldn't allow him to dodge this arrow.
Moreover, this arrow contained immense power. Even his Underworld God's Body might be injured by it.
"Zheng Dong, be careful, I'm going to shoot!" Feng Nan warned.
Zheng Dong didn't have much time to prepare.
Fortunately, he quickly thought of a solution.
The wind elemental energy arrow shot towards Zheng Dong like a laser.
Zheng Dong did not dodge.
His entire body was enveloped by the phantom of the Candle Dragon.
The surrounding time slowed down.
Even the lightning-fast wind elemental energy arrow slowed down.
Zheng Dong punched towards the wind elemental energy arrow.
With a bang, he actually shattered it.
This made Feng Nan's eyes widen, and he gasped in disbelief, exclaiming that it was impossible.
Legendary Zhao Pu was also astonished.
Zheng Dong was even stronger than he had anticipated.
However, Feng Nan did not concede defeat because of this.
He drew the Bow of Wind again, and more wind elemental energy arrows shot towards Zheng Dong.