39: Chapter 39 The Metamorphosis of the Fire Dragonfish! The Choice of the Second Beast Tamer?!

At this moment,

Jiang Yun's eyes flickered with a sharp light, as if a flash of crimson-gold flame passed through them.

He exhaled a long breath that carried a searing heat, signifying the increasingly tight contract bond between him and his beast.

With a slight thought, the air beside him began to twist and ripple, as if stirred by an invisible force.

Accompanied by a low, draconic growl that was deeper and more majestic than before, the newly evolved Fire Dragon Fish appeared abruptly in the room.

Merely by appearing, a searing and powerful aura naturally spread out like a tide; the temperature in the room rose sharply, the edges of the papers on the desk curled slightly, and even the dust in the air trembled.

Jiang Yun held his breath, his eyes burning as he sized up this partner whose life was intertwined with his own.

The scale of the Fire Dragon Fish's change during this Breakthrough far exceeded his imagination!

Its body size had exploded from over two meters to nearly four meters. Its slender and vigorous body coiled in the center of the room, taking up nearly half the space.

Explosive power was contained beneath its smooth muscle lines, every inch of its texture appearing as if it had been tempered a thousand times.

The color of its crimson scales had become deeper, glinting with a metallic, cold hardness under the light. The edges were as sharp as knives, and the surface of the scales was covered with an extremely thin yet real layer of dark-gold fine patterns. These patterns intertwined into profound designs, like a natural, mysterious suit of battle armor, adding a touch of nobility and mystery.

The most obvious change was in its head.

The two small bumps that were originally just slight protrusions had now completely broken through the skin, transforming into a pair of crystal-clear horns about fifteen centimeters long that spiraled upwards.

This pair of horns was made of material like the finest ruby, translucent and exquisite. Inside, crimson-gold flows of light circulated endlessly, as if concentrated magma were flowing within, adding full majesty to its appearance.

Its snout also appeared longer and more powerful. The breath it exhaled casually from its mouth and nose carried sparks that were almost physical. Between the opening and closing of its golden vertical pupils, sharp light radiated, looking around with a natural dominance of a predator.

It actually gave off the feeling of a True Dragon's form.

Although there was still a world of difference from the Legendary True Dragon form, anyone could see that it was undergoing a positive transformation toward that Legendary direction. Its entire body already faintly possessed a draconic posture, and the majesty originating from the depths of its Bloodline made people instinctively feel awe.

"Little Fire, your changes after this Breakthrough are quite significant."

"I remember that one more skill is gained for every Advance. I wonder what your Bronze Rank skill is?"

Jiang Yun couldn't help but feel expectant, his eyes full of excitement.

He couldn't wait to concentrate his mind and activate the Manifestation of All Things Entries talent.

Immediately, a light blue light screen expanded before his eyes, clearly presenting the Fire Dragon Fish's complete data panel:

【species】: Pseudo-Dragon Bloodline · Fire Dragon Fish (water and fire attribute)

【Realm】: Bronze First Tier

【Aptitude】: Amethyst Rank Peak

【Innate Talent Skill】:

Flame Breath · Rare: Sprays high-temperature flames to burn enemies.

Bloodline Might · Rare: Stimulates the dragon blood within the body to slightly increase all attributes and release Bloodline pressure.

Fire Domain Cage · Extraordinary: Creates a fire Domain to trap enemies within.

Water Control Art · Rare: Manipulates water flow, integrating offense and defense.

Dragon Flame Burst Kill · Extraordinary: Explodes after extremely compressing dragon flames, producing devastating explosion damage. It contains a trace of dragon might and has a deterrent effect on Vicious Beasts.

【evolution path】: Can evolve three times; ① After one evolution, evolves into Golden Scaled Fire Dragon Fish · diamond peak Aptitude; ② After two evolutions, evolves into Fire Flood Dragon · eclipsing moon peak Aptitude; ③ After three evolutions, evolves into Heavenly Fire Flood Dragon · Legendary peak Aptitude

..."Dragon Flame Burst Kill · Extraordinary!"

Jiang Yun's heart pounded so hard it almost jumped out of his chest.

He didn't expect that the skill Little Fire gained upon advancing to Bronze Rank would actually be Extraordinary rank!

An Extraordinary rank skill meant that both power and effect had a qualitative leap.

Exploding after extremely compressing dragon flames to produce devastating damage, while also carrying the deterrent effect of dragon might—this was simply a trump card tailor-made for fighting across ranks!

He wished he could see the actual effect of this skill in combat immediately and personally experience just how powerful the Fire Dragon Fish's strength was at the Bronze Rank.

A thought naturally flashed through his mind.

"Should I go to the school Training Ground tomorrow? Or... directly apply for the Advanced Class assessment?"

As soon as this thought arose, he decisively suppressed it.

No, it's too fast!

Yesterday in the Principals Office, he had just confessed that the Fire Dragon Fish was Black Iron Sixth Tier. After only one night, it suddenly became Bronze Rank?

This could no longer be explained by being a Genius.

After all, even if an Amethyst Tier Fierce Beast wanted to reach Bronze Rank, it wouldn't be possible in five days without the support of his Beast Taming Space's Heaven-Defying characteristic of rapid absorption.

With the Fire Dragon Fish's natural talent, it would probably take at least half a year.

Reaching the sixth tier in three days was already ridiculous... now he was at Bronze Rank in five days... how could he explain that?

This would inevitably lead to deeper investigation and suspicion from the principal, and might even attract unnecessary attention and trouble.

He understood the principle of 'possessing a jade ring becomes a crime' all too well.

"I must find an absolutely safe place..."

Jiang Yun turned his gaze out the window.

He looked toward that vast and deep green area outside the city—the Misty Forest.

Only there was there enough space and countless opponents for him to go all out, test the Fire Dragon Fish's current full strength, and familiarize himself with the power of the new skill.

More importantly, deep in the forest, no matter how much of a commotion he made, it wouldn't be easily noticed by others.

And...

Jiang Yun's thoughts drifted further. Although the Fire Dragon Fish's strength had greatly increased, the drawback of needing to sleep and absorb after eating Spirit Stones still existed.

He had to plan ahead; he couldn't pin all his hopes on a single partner.

After all, in this dangerous world, accidents could happen at any time.

"It's time to consider contracting a second beast."

He whispered to himself, his eyes becoming deep and bright.

A beast partner that could make up for the Fire Dragon Fish's shortcomings, possessing high mobility, aerial reconnaissance capabilities, or even some control or long-range strike capabilities... preferably a flying type!

Thinking of this, a fresh sense of anticipation filled with the desire to conquer arose from the bottom of his heart.

Deep in the Misty Forest, among those stronger and rarer Vicious Beasts, there must be a target that meets his requirements!

Imagining the scene of two beasts fighting side by side, Jiang Yun's blood couldn't help but boil slightly.

"Little Fire! Tomorrow is a holiday! We're going to the Misty Forest!"

Jiang Yun patted the Fire Dragon Fish's increasingly tough and cold scales, a confident and expectant smile curling at the corners of his mouth: "Let's go to the forest and see how your combat power is now! And while we're at it, let's see if we can find a future partner for you!"

The Fire Dragon Fish seemed to understand Jiang Yun's words perfectly. It raised its head and let out a low, Battle Intent-filled draconic roar. The crimson-gold patterns around its body lit up, emitting a heart-palpitating aura of majesty.

At this time, it already possessed the initial bearing of a king.

The sky gradually brightened.

The Fire Dragon Fish turned into a streak of red light and returned to the Beast Taming Space.

Jiang Yun pushed open the door and left home.

Target! Misty Forest!