51: Chapter 51 Flame-Patterned Cat, A Skill That Astounds Everyone!

"Red Flame Stone powder."

Ye Qing quickly handed over the bag of powder.

Lin Fan took it, mixed it with a small amount of water to create a paste, and then applied it to the Red-Striped Cat's forehead, limbs, and tail.

As the powder entered its body, the spark within the Red-Striped Cat seemed to be ignited, suddenly erupting with a scorching light.

Lin Fan suddenly increased the output of his spiritual power, firmly binding the light and guiding it to flow along a specific path.

One circle.

Two circles.

Three circles.

The Red-Striped Cat's body began to glow.

It was not the dull red from before, but a bright, dazzling crimson-gold light.

Its fur began to change; the originally dull red gradually became vibrant, and those dark patterns began to twist and reorganize, slowly forming flame-like designs.

Its body size increased, its claws became sharper, its tail became fluffier, and a flame-shaped mark faintly appeared on its forehead.

The light lasted for a full five minutes.

Then, it gradually dissipated.

The entire scene was so quiet that one could hear a pin drop.

On the table, a brand-new Armor Beast lay there.

Its entire body was fiery red, its fur like burning flames, and those flame-like patterns flickered slightly with its breathing.

Its eyes were no longer their original color, but a deep crimson-gold, with flames seemingly dancing within its pupils.

It lifted its head and let out a soft cry.

"Meow..."

The sound was not loud, but everyone heard it clearly.

In that sound, there was no longer the previous weakness and pain, but rather it was full of strength and vitality.

The middle-aged man was stunned.

Everyone in the audience was stunned.

Then, someone exclaimed, "Is... is this a Flame-Striped Cat?!"

"A Flame-Striped Cat? The Intermediate Xuanling-grade one?"

"Impossible! How could a Red-Striped Cat evolve into a Flame-Striped Cat?"

"I saw it with my own eyes! Right in front of me!"

A deafening roar of exclamations and applause erupted from the crowd.

The middle-aged man rushed up, grabbed the cat, and his eyes turned red.

"It lived... it really lived... and it evolved..."

He turned to look at Lin Fan, his lips trembling, unable to speak for a long time.

Lin Fan smiled.

"Two hundred thousand, thank you."

The man didn't say a word, pulled out his phone, and transferred the money.

Then, he held the cat and said loudly to the onlookers.

"Everyone has seen it! Master Lin is a true expert! The Zhou family said there was only a twenty percent success rate and required a risk agreement! Master Lin not only saved it but also made my cat evolve!"

He shouted loudly, "From now on, the Armor Beasts in my family will only be brought to Master Lin!"

There was another commotion in the crowd. People started pushing forward.

"Master Lin, are you still taking cases today?"

"Master Lin, my Iron-Backed Turtle has been to several shops without success. Could you take a look at it?"

"Master Lin, will you be here next week?"

Lin Fan raised his hand, signaling everyone to be quiet.

"There are two spots left for today. Those who want to try, line up."

Ye Qing immediately stepped forward, holding a notebook to start registering.

"One by one, don't crowd!"

Although her voice was still trembling, it was because of excitement.

One afternoon, three cases. All completed. Not a single failure.

By the time the last customer left, it was already six in the evening.

The crowd dispersed, and the doorway returned to quiet. Lin Fan slumped in his chair, too tired to move.

Xiao Zhuang lay at his feet, also panting from exhaustion. Xiao Zhuang coiled around his wrist, its tongue-flicking frequency much slower than usual.

Ye Qing sat nearby, holding the notebook in her hands, her eyes shining brightly.

"Lin Fan, do you know how much money we made this half-day?"

Lin Fan couldn't be bothered to move.

"How much?"

Ye Qing announced a number.

"700,000!"

Lin Fan paused for a moment, then smiled.

"Not bad."

Ye Qing looked at him.

"Lin Fan, you were amazing today. That Red-Striped Cat, I thought it was hopeless, but you not only saved it, you made it evolve. How did you do it?"

Lin Fan waved his hand.

"Good luck."

Ye Qing glared at him.

"Luck again? Can you use a different word?"

Lin Fan thought about it.

"Talent?"

Ye Qing rolled her eyes. Then she was silent for a few seconds before suddenly speaking.

"Lin Fan."

"Hmm?"

Ye Qing looked at him, her gaze serious.

"From today on, your reputation is completely established."

...

The news spread faster than the wind.

That evening, the video of Lin Fan saving the Red-Striped Cat at the entrance and causing it to evolve into a Flame-Striped Cat went viral throughout all the Breeder circles in Dongyun City.

In the video, Lin Fan's focused expression, the entire process of the Red-Striped Cat's evolution, and the moment the Flame-Striped Cat opened its eyes were clearly recorded.

The caption read: What the Zhou family dared not take, he not only saved but also evolved! Mo Fan Pavilion, a god-like existence!

The comment section completely exploded.

"A Flame-Striped Cat? That's Intermediate Xuanling-grade!"

"A Red-Striped Cat evolving into a Flame-Striped Cat? Is this something an Elementary Breeder can do?"

"I saw it with my own eyes! Right at the entrance of Mo Fan Pavilion!"

"Where is this person? I'm going to line up tomorrow!"

"Mo Fan Pavilion, it's on the street next to the Zhou family shop. I heard they take patients every Saturday afternoon, limited to three cases."

"Tomorrow is only Sunday, do I have to wait a week?"

"Wait if I have to! For an expert like this, waiting a month is worth it!"

Meanwhile, in the Zhou family shop next door.

Zhou Yuan sat in the second-floor office, watching the video on his phone, his face so gloomy it could drip water.

He slammed his phone onto the table, stood up, and paced back and forth.

"Lin Fan... Lin Fan..."

He gritted his teeth while saying the name.

He had already watched that video three times. Each time, it made his chest feel stifled.

Flame-Striped Cat. A Red-Striped Cat evolving into a Flame-Striped Cat.

None of the three Intermediate Breeders in his Zhou family shop dared to take this cat.

But now, Lin Fan not only took it, he succeeded in front of so many people.

This was simply a slap in the face to the Zhou family.

He took a deep breath, picked up his phone, and dialed a number.

"Dad."

Vice President Zhou Liangzhu's voice came from the other end of the line.

"I saw it."

Zhou Yuan gritted his teeth.

"What should we do? Just let him show off like this?"

Vice President Zhou Liangzhu was silent for a few seconds, then spoke.

"What's the rush? You can't keep your composure at all!"

He paused.

"Let him show off for now, and then you do this..."

Zhou Yuan's eyes grew brighter as he listened!

"Dad, you are indeed brilliant."

Vice President Zhou Liangzhu sneered.

"This kid is President Ye Wenyuan's disciple. If he becomes successful in the future... that old man's position will only become more secure."

"So we must destroy him! Alright, stay steady, don't rush. Take it slow."

After hanging up the phone, Zhou Yuan stood by the window, looking at the simple little shop next door.

The doorway was already empty, only that sign was still hanging there. He looked at that sign, his gaze cold and dark.

"Lin Fan, you won't be smug for many more days."