The sun sets behind the western hills, the evening glow fills the sky.
"Phew, finally back." Chen Yuan gazed at his farm bathed in the afterglow of the sunset and let out a long sigh.
Although the Flame-tailed Fox confidently assured him that the Blazing Fruit was safe hidden in the tree hole, Chen Yuan still waited until it finished consuming and fully digesting the fruit before leaving.
In doing so, he wasted quite a bit of time.
"Aww..."
Already evolved into an Extraordinary Creature, Cola showed no fatigue. It excitedly dashed into the farm, running towards Chen Weiyi standing under a tree.
"Back already?" Chen Weiyi turned to glance over, patted the smiling Cola, and looked at Chen Yuan who was approaching slowly.
"Grandpa, how's the wasteland reclamation going?" Chen Yuan asked.
Chen Weiyi pointed at the Steel-headed Ground Rat busy in the wasteland and said with a smile, "This kid is highly efficient. It'll be done in a day or two at most."
Chen Yuan nodded slightly.
The Steel-headed Ground Rat's work attitude and efficiency are truly admirable. It sleeps in its underground nest during the day and emerges at dusk to reclaim the wasteland.
This guy doesn't even need supervision; just leave some vegetables nearby, and it'll be bustling all night.
Once the farm's number of Pet Beasts increases in the future, Chen Yuan is determined to award the Steel-headed Ground Rat the "Best Employee" title to set an example.
Perhaps sensing that it is being discussed, the Steel-headed Ground Rat raised its head to glance over, its serious expression showing full dedication and earnestness toward its work.
Seeing that neither of them issued commands, the Steel-headed Ground Rat bowed its head again, diligently plowing the field.
"Look at that work attitude." Chen Yuan cast a sharp glance at Cola.
Cola, the infamous slacker, spends half its time sleeping when on watch duty, and the other half chasing butterflies.
"Aww..."
Cola laughed sheepishly, quickly bowed its head to avoid Chen Yuan's gaze, pretending to search for ants on the ground.
Walking into the yard,
Chen Yuan placed two Blazing Fruits aside before turning his attention to research the system panel:
[First collection of Blazing Fruits, Source Point +2]
[Name: Blazing Fruit
Level: Level 2 Resource
Function: Can be used to enhance Fire-type Pet Beasts]
"Level 2 resources, Source Point +2?" Chen Yuan touched his chin, pondering slightly.
According to "Beast Taming Knowledge," Spirit Plants are categorized into multiple levels from bottom to top, with Level 1 being the lowest, corresponding to ordinary quality Pet Beasts.
Simply put, ordinary quality Pet Beasts should ideally use Level 1 resources to enhance themselves as it would perfectly integrate with their bodies.
Level 2 resources correspond to elite quality, hence more Source Points can be obtained.
"One Blazing Fruit transforms the Flame Cloud Falcon from ordinary creature to Extraordinary Creature; two can advance it to elite. Doesn't this imply that the resources needed for Pet Beast advancement should be one tier higher than itself?" Chen Yuan's eyes flashed as he pondered secretly.
But regardless, with two Blazing Fruits in hand, the Flame Cloud Falcon's [Flame Surge] is already at proficient level, advancement is just around the corner.
"Ready?" Chen Yuan looked at the Flame Cloud Falcon and asked deeply.
"Chirp!" The Flame Cloud Falcon spread its wings, eyes filled with confidence, responded loudly.
Cola silently retreated to the corner, quietly waiting for the Flame Cloud Falcon's performance.
"Alright."
Chen Yuan fixed his camera to a bench, started recording mode, and then instructed the Flame Cloud Falcon, "Use Flame Surge."
"Chirp!"
The Flame Cloud Falcon's eyes sparkled as it suddenly emitted a thick flame, the fire blazed, and heat waves surged.
Compared to Basic Level, the power of Proficient Level [Flame Surge] is much greater, mixed with deep orange in the originally light orange flames.
After demonstrating the Proficient Level [Flame Surge], Chen Yuan placed two Blazing Fruits before the camera lens and immediately said, "You can start."
"Chirp."
The Flame Cloud Falcon nodded slightly and consumed the two Blazing Fruits in front of the lens.
Its eating speed wasn't fast; the whole process took over ten minutes, Chen Yuan patiently waited silently to the side.
Almost instantly after eating them, the Flame Cloud Falcon felt as though a flame was surging within its stomach, warm and cozy, involuntarily squinting its eyes.
Simultaneously, the fiery red feathers emitted bursts of fire light, as if flames were burning and jumping.
As the advancement ceremony commenced, Chen Yuan widened his eyes, witnessing this magical process.
"Aww..."
Cola let out a surprised sound but suddenly realized it mustn't disturb the Flame Cloud Falcon, hurriedly covering its mouth with its paw, staring wide-eyed at the latter.
They waited for more than an hour.
Until the sun completely set, the pitch-black night sky shrouded Qinling, the Flame Cloud Falcon finally completed its advancement ceremony.
Its body grew considerably larger than before the advancement, with a more balanced physique. The sharp claws extended forward, covered by orange-yellow feathers, the wings wider, and the fiery red feather tips longer, like blazing arrows aiming for the sky.
Only the pair of deep blue eyes remained unchanged, filled with surprise and excitement as they looked at Chen Yuan.
"Chirp!"
Its voice became clearer and more transparent than before the advancement.
In the next moment, the Flame Cloud Falcon flapped its wings vigorously, a gust of wind arose, it could soar with the wind instantly.
The Flame Cloud Falcon seemed to recall something, paused, and instead flew towards Chen Yuan.
Chen Yuan shook his head, "No need to thank me. This piece of sky is now yours."
"Go enjoy this moment."
"Chirp!"
The Flame Cloud Falcon suddenly soared high, trailing a long flame stream, like a comet from space, flickering under the dark night sky.
"Aww..."
Cola lifted its head, gazing dumbly at the Flame Cloud Falcon flying freely in the night sky, its round eyes full of envy.
If only... if only I could fly, if only I were that powerful.
"Don't envy, you will be like it in the future." Chen Yuan patted Cola's head, saying with a smile.
"Aww!"
Cola's previously dim eyes instantly brightened, extremely excited, it barked once and extended its tongue to lick Chen Yuan's cheek.
Chen Yuan gazed at the blurred figure under the night sky, stroked Cola's head, and slowly revealed a smile on his face.
...
[Race: Flame Cloud Falcon
Attribute: Fire
Level: 5 (Tier One)
Favorability: 73
Skills: Flame Surge (Proficient 1.7/5) + Flame Prison (Basic 2.2/3)+
Flame Energy Assault (Basic 0.5/3)+
Quality: Elite
Promotion to Commander Quality Conditions: Insufficient Source Points (3/10)]
When the Flame Cloud Falcon landed, only then did Chen Yuan examine the post-advancement data panel.
After successful advancement, the Flame Cloud Falcon's level rose from 3 to 5, acquired a new skill [Flame Energy Assault], and all skill proficiencies improved, enhancing its power significantly in a short time.
"Unlocking Commander Quality conditions requires ten Source Points, which seems not much..." Chen Yuan stroked his chin, pondering secretly.
However, the Flame Cloud Falcon was currently not concerned at all about these matters; it was staring dumbstruck at Chen Yuan's shoulder, discovering a very important thing - having grown larger, it couldn't stand on Chen Yuan's shoulder anymore!!!