Su Ping stared at the secret realm vortex in front of him for about a third of a second before suddenly walking towards it, getting only half a meter away.
He certainly didn't rush in, but instead examined the passageway of the space.
This is the secret realm that even someone like Dong Muyun has been longing for!
However, before he could react, a faint voice came from within:
Beastmasters can enter the Sword Realm and find the Sword Soul Imprint within the Sword Tomb to obtain the Sword Inheritance! Enterers must be at least at the Commander level; those exceeding this level will be suppressed to Commander level strength by the realm.
The sound wasn't loud, but it was extremely clear!
The legacy of the sword? The secret realm of the sword... this secret realm isn't the necromancy-themed secret realm I was thinking of?
Su Ping blinked. Most importantly, the Sword Soul Mark…
Su Ping looked at the little paper figure beside him. The little paper figure was still in the same pose, but the illusory sword-shaped phantom on its body had disappeared.
Suddenly, Su Ping seemed to sense something, and with a thought, he put the little paper figure into his beast-taming space.
The next moment, a figure appeared beside him in the sky, accompanied by bursts of flame!
A suit of mechanical armor, as if smeared with mercury, covered Dong Muyun's curvaceous body.
And in the place of that head was Dong Muyun's face and his long, flowing hair.
Su Ping breathed a sigh of relief. Even though the little paper doll had been returned to the Beast Taming Space, the gate to the secret realm was still there.
Clearly, once this sword spirit mark is activated, the gate to this secret realm will open.
Dong Muyun's gaze was fixed on what was in front of her, and her beautiful eyes were filled with barely suppressed excitement.
It's finally open!
After so many years of waiting and so much preparation, the gate to the secret realm has finally opened!
Dong Muyun took a deep breath, almost wanting to enter, when he saw Su Ping's unfriendly gaze blocking his way.
"Mr. Dong, I hope you will respect yourself. This is my home, and you are now trespassing."
Dong Muyun suppressed the urge to have Yun Ying chop this brat in half, and then took a deep breath and said:
"Su Ping, I really have no ill intentions. You should know that with your current strength, developing this secret realm is a very difficult and lengthy process. Why don't we cooperate and develop this secret realm together quickly? Your growth and improvement will also be much faster!"
Dong Muyun's words made sense, and Su Ping pretended to think about it for a moment before nodding.
Previously, Su Ping would have preferred to cooperate with the Beast Tamer Association, or even approach the official Imperial Observatory, rather than cooperate with these capitalists.
However, after learning what this secret realm was all about, he agreed with Dong Muyun's statement almost immediately.
This is a secret realm of inheritance!
It is a secret realm for accepting apprentices left behind by the ancient beast tamers!
The key to unlocking this legacy is the little paper doll Qianyi!
So, besides this sword inheritance, what truly valuable things could be found in this so-called sword tomb?
Obviously, even if it exists, it wouldn't be the most precious one.
Therefore, by using the so-called cooperation, I can completely exchange this insignificant thing for some benefits from Dong Muyun!
So, Su Ping pretended to think for a moment and said:
How do you want to cooperate?
"I only need 24 hours of exploration time! After 24 hours, I will definitely leave. You can have my share of the search, or any other resource rewards, it's all possible!"
Su Ping's eyes lit up:
"Anything?!"
Dong Muyun's eyes revealed an uncontrollable joy. Although the Beast Taming Space would expand over time after its master's death, twenty-four hours was enough for him to thoroughly search the secret realm!
This kid actually agreed!
So, Boss Dong waved his hand with great magnanimity:
"Anything is fine!"
"One Saint-level or Legendary-level pet cub, and three Saint-level resources, is that acceptable?"
Looking at the woman in front of him, who seemed like a benevolent bodhisattva, Su Ping blinked her innocent eyes.
Thus, the female bodhisattva transformed into a female yaksha:
"You can..."
Dong Muyun forcibly stopped the curse that was about to slip out, and stared intently at Su Ping:
"This kind of thing is far more valuable than any secret realm. Even if I had it, I wouldn't trade it. After all, we don't even know what this secret realm is like!"
"How about this? The Cloud Sky Resort was built specifically for this secret realm. After I've explored it, I'll transfer everything to you, including the equipment, personnel, and facilities—it'll all be packed up and given to you!"
Su Ping was genuinely tempted:
"Not enough!"
Dong Muyun sighed: "Then tell me, what else do you want?"
Su Ping narrowed his eyes, looking Dong Muyun up and down at her curvaceous figure.
Dong Muyun subconsciously took a step back, looking at the brat with some wariness and astonishment.
How dare they even try to take advantage of me?
But the next second she realized she had misunderstood.
"Boss Dong's mechanical pet is truly amazing."
"Okay!" Dong Muyun nodded.
"Besides Yun Tian, I'll give you another mechanical core, is that alright?"
"Ten!"
Su Ping made an outrageous demand!
"Impossible! Mechanical cores are strategic resources, and their value far surpasses that of creations made from failed awakening mechanical cores! Two is my bottom line!"
As it turns out, the bottom line that capitalists talk about may not be as valuable as the reputation of a prostitute.
After much haggling, Su Ping's mouth was dry from talking, and the final decision was made on four mechanical cores!
Both sides felt they had come out on top. Dong Muyun finally couldn't hold back any longer and argued for more than half an hour before he was finally allowed to go in and find out what was going on.
However, the moment they took their first step, the vortex of the secret realm that had been there slowly vanished without a trace.
"What's going on?"
Su Ping glanced at the little paper figure in the Beast Taming Space that had fainted due to energy depletion, and awkwardly touched his nose:
"Is it because the space is not yet stable and cannot exist permanently?"
Dong Muyun nodded:
"It's possible, but since the gate to the secret realm has already appeared, it should be just a matter of days. Perfect timing, come to Yuntian's place tomorrow and sign the contract."
Without signing a contract, Dong Muyun was genuinely worried that this cunning little devil might resort to other tricks.
Fortunately, Su Ping thought so too.
It was even more comprehensive than he had imagined.
The next morning, Su Ping and others arrived at their doorstep.
Her respectful demeanor was like that of a young bride meeting her parents for the first time.
In fact, in a sense, they are quite similar.
Su Ping didn't have to wait too long.
Before long, an ordinary car pulled up in front of the Wood Heart Cultivation Base.
Then a figure that had not been seen for a long time emerged from it.
"President Qin!"
Su Ping bowed respectfully.
Indeed, the person before us was none other than Qin Erlong, the president of the Beast Tamer Association, who stood at the pinnacle of Jianghai Province.
Qin Erlong nodded with a smile:
"I've been waiting for your news ever since Xiaoxue told me about it. It's perfect timing, I also want to see what this new secret realm is all about."
For ordinary people, the appearance of a secret realm is a rare occurrence, but for Qin Erlong, it is clearly not a rare event.
"Thank you for your trouble. It's mainly related to Tianyun Group. I wouldn't feel at ease without an elder keeping an eye on things..."
"Don't worry, with me here, no one can force you to do anything. However, I didn't expect you to choose to cooperate with Tianyun."
Qin Erlong said with a smile:
"Alright, weren't you going to sign the contract with that Dong family girl? Let's go."
Su Ping smiled and then walked with Qin Erlong into Yun Tian's side. With Dong Muyun's instructions, they naturally had a smooth journey and arrived at his office.
Dong Muyun had been waiting there for a long time. Seeing that Su Ping, who had been waiting for quite some time, had finally arrived, he said:
"It's finally here, I..."
Her words caught in her throat, and as she looked at Qin Erlong, who was following behind her with a smile, her expression became incredibly complex!
Qin Erlong smiled slightly:
"Xiao Su was worried, so she asked me to come and check on you. Dong family girl, you don't mind, do you?"
Dong Muyun quickly smiled and said:
"Of course I don't mind. It's an honor to meet you, sir. Please have a seat."
She looked at Su Ping, who was also smiling, with a hint of resentment in her eyes.
Is it really necessary?
It's just signing a contract, is it really that big of a deal?
While she did consider having her lawyer tamper with the contract, you wouldn't go so far as to have this person spy on her, would you?
But clearly, what could she say at this point?
She gave the lawyer beside her a wink, then personally picked up the teapot and had Qin Erlong pour her a cup of tea.
"Mr. Qin, this is a new Flame Heart Tea that my father recently acquired. It has a mellow taste. Please try it."
Qin Erlong picked it up, took a sip, and nodded:
"That's good. How has Dong Lingtian been lately?"
"Thanks to your blessing, my father is in good health."
Su Ping glanced at it and, seeing that Dong Muyun didn't intend to pour him a cup, simply picked it up and poured himself a cup.
Despite Dong Muyun's unfriendly gaze, he still took a sip: "It is indeed good tea."
Qin Erlong smiled and said, not minding at all:
"I've heard about Xiao Su's situation. It's a good thing that a secret realm has been created in Linzhou! Xiao Su's conditions aren't unreasonable either. It's a win-win situation for you two."
"yes!"
In fact, despite Dong Muyun's firm stance yesterday, as Qin Erlong said, Su Ping's asking price was not excessive.
After exchanging pleasantries for a whole morning, the lawyer finally came over with two contracts.
Su Ping didn't rush to look at it, but handed it directly to Qin Erlong, who glanced at it and then nodded.
After the contract was signed and their names were written down, both Su Ping and Dong Muyun breathed a sigh of relief.
After both parties printed out a copy and kept one for themselves, the matter was finally settled.
A mechanical core!
Su Ping was also extremely excited.
My own father's Super Shadow and the Compressor from the Breeder Association are both products of failed mechanical core awakening!
However, their value is already unimaginably high.
And now, four intelligent cores have been tricked and lured away by him?
Dong Muyun was also very satisfied.
In any case, a huge weight was lifted off her shoulders.
Looking at Su Ping in front of him, he no longer seemed so disliked, and immediately smiled:
"It's been a pleasure working together. It's lunchtime, Mr. Qin and Mr. Su, would you like to stay for a meal?"
Clearly, Dong Muyun's intention was merely to be polite, but to his surprise, both Su Ping and Qin Erlong nodded in agreement.
"Alright."
At the dinner table, after everything had settled down, Dong Muyun finally dared to start making sarcastic remarks:
"Su Ping is so handsome and talented. He must have had many girls in school, right? I wonder if he's ever had a girlfriend?"
Su Ping glanced at this bitch. Putting aside the fact that he and Qin Xiaoxue were innocent, even if there really was something between them, what could she possibly do with just a few words?
Besides, this isn't just trying to sow discord; it's clearly a divine intervention to prevent Su Ping from marrying into the family!
So, Su Ping nodded and said:
"It has happened before!"
There really is one?
Dong Muyun was taken aback. This kid actually dared to admit it. He immediately became excited and looked at Qin Erlong.
The result surprised him slightly; the latter not only wasn't angry at all, but instead nodded with a smile:
"That's right. Experiencing more relationships when you're young will make you more mature and serious about them later in life. Like me back then..."
ah?
Is this even possible?
Dong Muyun nearly choked on the rice he had just swallowed. He quickly drank two sips of water and, under the astonished gazes of the old man and the young man, awkwardly said:
"Sorry, it's a bit choking..."
However, at this point, Dong Muyun's expression suddenly changed, and not only him, but Qin Erlong beside him also raised an eyebrow.
"What's wrong?"
Su Ping observed the change in expression on the two men's faces, while Qin Erlong smiled slightly, revealing an interested look:
"Your family's secret realm has reappeared!"
Hmm? Su Ping glanced subconsciously at the little paper figure in the Beast Taming Space.
The little paper doll is still here, and it hasn't fully recovered from last night's energy depletion yet!
However, Su Ping quickly realized what was going on!
This time, it wasn't the paper doll that summoned it, but rather the gate to this secret realm that truly materialized on its own.
Immediately, the three of them stopped wasting time and took off, arriving at the familiar Lingxi River.
Sure enough, a spatial vortex slowly appeared on the bank of the stream.
Looking at the spatial vortex, Dong Muyun stepped into it almost without thinking.
The contract has been signed, and her right to explore is a matter of course.
Su Ping, on the other hand, hesitated slightly.
In the end, I made up my mind!
At the same time, Qin Erlong turned his head, frowned slightly, and said:
"Xiao Su, this secret realm has restrictions. At my level, I can no longer force my way in. Otherwise, the secret realm will collapse. If you want to enter, you should be mentally prepared."
Su Ping nodded, then said something to Qin Erlong before quickly running towards his front yard.
Qin Erlong was somewhat confused, but considering Su Ping's family situation, he nodded.
Exploring secret realms is not about pet battles in the arena, so it's perfectly acceptable to use non-contracted pets.
It must be that old forest wolf, the commander-level one, that I saw last time I came here.
As expected, Qin Erlong didn't have to wait long.
Su Ping returned again, but this time, there were three figures behind him.
Qin Erlong was a little taken aback.
He spotted the two commander-level forest wolves immediately!
This kid's family is really that wealthy? He even has two Commander-level Forest Wolves that have broken through the racial limit?
However, Qin Erlong's pupils suddenly contracted, and he looked incredulously at what was behind Su Ping.
A figure that at first glance resembled a Qilin appeared in his field of vision.
What kind of pet is that?