36: People from the Tang family came

The 'certain something' Ning Que mentioned was definitely the heart of the commander.

However, with so many people around, he was being intentionally vague.

From a certain perspective, he was doing it for Xu Le's sake.

In reality, it was more like the Emperor's New Clothes.

It was worth a billion.

Once word got out, the news would surely spread like wildfire.

Xu Le took the list, and his eyes immediately became fixed on it.

[Skill] Destiny Link

[Quality] Legendary

[Learning Requirements] Contractor, Beast Tamer, Summoner, etc.

[Skill Description] Consumes 200 Mana. Can stack all attributes and skills of a single pet. Duration: 30 minutes. Cooldown: 24 hours.

[Skill] Void Banishment

[Quality] Legendary

[Learning Requirements] Magic-based classes

[Skill Description] Consumes 800 Mana. Banishes creatures carrying the Aura of an otherworldly realm back to the Void Realm and Seals them. The stronger the Aura of this world on the target, the longer the Seal lasts. Cooldown: 24 hours.

[Equipment] Contract Halo (Passive)

[Quality] Legendary

[Usage Requirements] Contractor, Beast Tamer, Summoner, etc.

[Equipment Traits] Can share 10% of the attributes of pets within a range of Spirit × 1.

[Equipment] Book of Life (Handheld)

[Quality] Legendary

[Usage Requirements] None

[Equipment Traits] Increases Health by 6,000 points and Health Regeneration speed by 50% when equipped.

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Two skill books.

The first was a god-tier skill for a Contractor.

If one sacrificed a contract slot and asked for help to contract a Divine Beast, it could easily boost the strength of all other contracted beasts.

Moreover, for a physically weak Contractor, it was a life-saving divine skill.

However, it didn't mean much to Xu Le.

After all, if there was an attack he couldn't withstand, adding up all his contracted beasts wouldn't help anyway.

The second book, however, was somewhat sinister.

All contracted beasts, tamed beasts, and summoned beasts have their own spaces, and naturally, they would be tainted with the Aura of those corresponding spaces.

Casting this skill was almost equivalent to directly sealing the opponent's strongest pet.

Seeing his strange expression, Ning Que knew what he was thinking without having to ask.

He quickly explained, "The Void Banishment skill is mostly targeted at the God Descent Cult; they can summon powerful otherworldly demons."

Xu Le nodded, but as he saw the mention of 'tainted with this world's Aura' in the description, his gaze turned puzzled again.

As for the equipment and pets listed later, there were many high-quality items, most of which improved the Contractor's survival capabilities.

"How many can I exchange for?"

Ning Que replied, "Skills are one-for-one. Equipment and pets are one-for-three."

Xu Le thought about it. Legendary skills were indeed expensive, and a skill perfectly suited for a Contractor being worth a billion was normal.

As for the pets, they were all SS-rank. Offering three for one showed the other party's sincerity.

"Alright, I'll take the 'Void Banishment' skill."

Ning Que laughed heartily and hurriedly took the skill book out of his space ring.

Xu Le was curious. "You carry everything on that list with you?"

"How could that be? I only brought the two skill books and the first two pieces of equipment. If you wanted anything else, you'd have to wait for others to come and complete the trade with you."

With the trade complete, Ning Que was all smiles.

This merit was enough for his backers to help him get out of the trouble caused by being the chief examiner this time.

"You've done me a huge favor. Come, let's go to the Immortal Flavor Pavilion. Let me show my appreciation."

"Alright!" Xu Le agreed.

That was how relationships were built.

The man could serve as a chief examiner, so he must have some connections.

Beside them, Xiang Ying stood dazed, her head buzzing.

A billion! A whole billion!

Even half of that would be five hundred million.

And just like that, it was all gone!!!

However, Xu Le didn't end up going to the Immortal Flavor Pavilion.

A group of people blocked their path.

"Xu Le, are you the one who harmed twelve elite disciples of my Tang Family?"

"Six of them were A-rank Professionals, five were S-rank Professionals, and my son Tang Wei was even an SS-rank Professional."

"They had just reached adulthood. They were honest, kind, full of dreams, and filled with the ambition to serve their country. They were blossoming flowers with unparalleled potential. How could you have the heart to strike them down so ruthlessly?"

Tang Qianchuan clenched his fists, his eyes bloodshot like a weeping cuckoo. His entire body surged with boiling Killing Intent, just a hair's breadth away from breaking through the dam of his reason.

As the head of the Tang Family, the majestic Aura he had cultivated over the years would intimidate anyone, let alone a high school student fresh out of school. Even old foxes in the political arena would be cowed, lose their ability to think, and follow his lead.

Originally, he was extremely busy and his time was precious; he had just wanted to send someone over to slap the boy to death and be done with it.

But he had heard the boy actually scored over ten thousand points, an unprecedented feat.

Facing such a Genius in the entrance exams, if he acted without a solid reason, even the Tang Family wouldn't be able to fully control public opinion or give the public an explanation.

As long as the boy said "I'm sorry" or offered an apology, he would immediately deliver the killing blow.

After all, who could blame a father seeking revenge for his son?

Xu Le stepped forward and patted Tang Qianchuan's shoulder. "Uncle, you've got it all wrong!"

"The one who killed your Tang Family members was the Magic Dragon. Under my leadership, we have already slain it."

"While you are suffering the pain of losing a son, some villain actually incited you to come find me, your Top Scorer benefactor."

"This is an attempt to sever the Tang Family's roots and destroy the Tang Family's reputation. They want to plunge your Tang Family into eternal damnation!"

"I suggest you hand that villain over to the Security Officer. Investigate them thoroughly. You might even find the mastermind behind the harm done to your Tang Family."

Tang Qianchuan's nails dug deep into his palms. His old face glared fiercely at Xu Le. "In other words, you want me to thank you?"

"That won't be necessary. Helping others is the source of happiness." Xu Le knew the other party had ill intentions, so he certainly wouldn't act submissively.

"Good, good, good!" Tang Qianchuan said, his face suddenly twisting. "What a shameless scoundrel. You caused the deaths of over a dozen young talents of our Human Race and show no remorse. You must be a spy against the Human Race."

"Today, I must take you to the Security Bureau to see if you are a remnant of the God Descent Cult or a monster in disguise."

The members of the Tang Family swarmed forward, preparing to gag Xu Le.

They had already checked—Xu Le was an orphan with no one to speak up for him.

As for his only friend, Li Yang—hehe, they would take him back together. If he was sensible, they'd spare his life; if not, he'd be labeled a fellow God Descent Cult traitor and cleared out along with him.

"Stop! Xu Le is the Top Scorer of the Ninth District and one of the hopes of the Human Race. Who dares to touch him?"

Ning Que stood tall and shouted with righteous indignation.

The surrounding exam center directors were stunned. Old Ning actually dared to offend the Tang Family? Wasn't this like the Old God of Longevity hanging himself—looking for death?

Tang Qianchuan laughed. "A mere chief examiner dares to stop me?"

"A chief examiner might not dare, but what about this?"

Ning Que pulled a black medal from his robes and pinned it to his chest.

The medal was engraved with a silver Sharp Blade, with a drop of blood about to fall from its tip.

"Sharp Blade!" Tang Qianchuan's face contorted as he spat out those two words through gritted teeth.

He prepared to leave but was still unwilling. "Can you represent them?"

"Two minutes ago, no. But now, yes!" Ning Que gave a very punchable grin.

"Fine! I wish you luck. Live well, and stay safe." Tang Qianchuan turned and left, his Killing Intent still surging.