69: Young Breeder Competition

Hearing his offer, Chang Guiheng's expression didn't change in the slightest.

He very naturally transferred thirty million spirit coins to Luo Chen and handed over all the materials Luo Chen had previously told him about, not a single one missing.

Exactly thirty types of materials, some of which had three or four of each, were neatly arranged on another table next to the breakfast table.

Luo Chen looked at the materials, a hint of awkwardness flashing across his face.

These materials weren't particularly precious; compared to the thirty million spirit coin incubation fee, they were less than a tenth of the cost.

The difficulty lay in the fact that some of these materials were rarely used, some had better and cheaper alternatives on the market, and some were simply hard to find.

Therefore, gathering all these materials still required some effort.

Luo Chen politely declined, saying, "The Beast has already been hatched, so these materials are no longer needed. You should take them back."

"How can a Breeder provide the materials? I went to great lengths to find these, and keeping them with me would be a waste.

It's better to let them fulfill their proper role on other Beasts."

Chang Guiheng smiled, looking like a Maitreya Buddha.

"Then... alright."

Luo Chen ultimately accepted the materials. Anyway, with his myriad Evolution Paths, they might come in handy someday.

After seeing Luo Chen take all the materials, Chang Guiheng finally remembered the original purpose of his visit today.

"Luo Chen, are you interested in the upcoming Youth Beast Tamer Competition and Youth Beast Master Competition?"

Luo Chen recalled seeing something about this in the news he just read, but he had only skimmed it and hadn't decided whether to participate.

"I haven't considered it yet. I might or might not participate."

"How can you not participate?"

Hearing Luo Chen's thoughts, Chang Guiheng seemed a little anxious.

"This is a grand event for the entire nation! Achieving a certain ranking brings many generous rewards. It would truly be a pity not to participate."

Luo Chen looked at Chang Guiheng's behavior, feeling very suspicious. "You seem to be really looking forward to me participating in that competition?"

"Uh." Chang Guiheng's body stiffened, then he pretended to be nonchalant and said, "It's just that I see your Breeder talent is exceptional; you even hatched my egg.

If you participate in the competition, you'll definitely achieve a great ranking. I just don't want your talent to be buried."

"Is that so?" Luo Chen rubbed his chin with his left hand, looking thoughtfully at the feigning calm Chang Guiheng.

"Then I'll consider it again."

Ban Mo, who had been listening to their conversation, couldn't help but advise Luo Chen:

"Little Boss really should give it a try. Regardless of the outcome, it will be a valuable experience.

Moreover, in this competition, you'll be able to witness the methods of many different Breeders, which will be of immense benefit to the improvement of your Breeder skills."

Hearing the two of them, participating in the Youth Beast Tamer Competition seemed to be an entirely beneficial endeavor with no downsides.

Series Quest Issued, Stage One: Participate in the Youth Beast Tamer Competition and win the championship of Qingyang City.

As a Beast Store owner, how can you not become famous and step on the talents of your generation?

Go forth, young man, let this era embrace your glory.

Stage One Quest Reward: One mysterious material, one low-grade Beast Physique Tempering Potion formula.

Luo Chen, with a face full of black lines, ignored the system's somewhat chuunibyou descriptions, focusing directly on the quest completion conditions and rewards.

The rewards were so tempting; now he had to participate, even if he didn't want to.

So, like good buddies, he put his arm around Chang Guiheng's shoulder and, changing his tone, said:

"Bring out the detailed information about that Youth Beast Tamer Competition; let me see it."

What he had seen before was just a brief news report, and the content wasn't detailed.

Chang Guiheng was startled by his sudden change in attitude. After he reacted, he found the content that the Council of Elders would publish and gave it to Luo Chen.

Skipping a large amount of flowery rhetoric at the beginning, he jumped directly to the detailed requirements at the end.

Entry Requirements: Under thirty years of age (bone age), a Chinese citizen who has passed the China Stellar Breeder assessment.

Competition Process: August to September, preliminary rounds begin in each city. That is, the Lower City must complete its city's competition before August 15th.

Then, the top three contestants from each city will be selected to proceed to the Second Round in their respective Middle Cities.

The corresponding Middle Cities must also determine their top thirty contestants before August 15th.

From August 15th to August 31st, the Second Round of competition will be held in the Middle Cities, determining the top five contestants who will proceed to their respective Upper Cities for the Third Round.

From September to October, the Third Round of competition will be held in the Upper Cities. The eighty-plus contestants selected from the Middle Cities will compete with the eighty contestants selected from the Upper Cities for the final ten advancement spots.

From November to the end of December, the final grand finals will be held in the Capital City. The ten contestants ultimately selected from each Upper City, a total of one hundred contestants, will gather in the Capital City to compete for the final winner.

Rewards: Rewards for the First Round of competition are the responsibility of each Lower City. The championship reward value must not be less than one million spirit coins, the runner-up and third-place rewards not less than seven hundred thousand spirit coins, and the top ten should also receive rewards worth over one hundred thousand.

The Second Round is the responsibility of each Middle City. The championship reward value must not be less than ten million spirit coins, the runner-up and third-place rewards not less than five million spirit coins, and the rewards for the top twenty should not be less than five hundred thousand spirit coins.

The Third Round is the responsibility of each Upper City. The championship reward value must not be less than one hundred million spirit coins, the runner-up and third-place rewards not less than ten million spirit coins, and the rewards for the top fifty should not be less than one million spirit coins.

The Fourth Round is the responsibility of the Council of Elders. The total value cannot be measured in spirit coins. All Breeders are encouraged to work hard together.

Registration Period: New Era Calendar 552, July 10th ~ New Era Calendar 552, July 15th.

Registration Location: Illusion World (Illusion World will be popularized in every city in China before July 10th, please wait patiently.)

Note: The specific competition times should be subject to the official announcements of each city.

Looking at the string of spirit coin rewards above, Luo Chen was a little dazed. With these rewards announced, probably all civilian Breeders in China would sign up without hesitation.

Luo Chen checked the time; today was July 5th. There was still some time before registration, so it wasn't urgent.

After reading all the content, he had Chang Guiheng push the article to him before returning Chang Guiheng's luxury terminal.

One had to admit, using this luxury terminal was indeed different; it was very smooth and comfortable.

Chang Guiheng was eager to go back and sign a contract with Moonstar Spirit, so he didn't stay long at Luo Chen's shop. After a few words, he bid farewell and returned to the Chenyang Pet Store next door.

Ban Mo, however, did not leave, presumably to wait for Luo Yuheng's treatment of the Darkspawn · Shadowbat today.

Luo Chen hadn't seen the Darkspawn · Shadowbat in the shop, so he assumed Ban Mo had recalled it to his wristband.

"You can summon the Shadowbat out to stay outside; wearing the wristband isn't too comfortable after all. Anyway, my pet shop isn't open today."

King-Rank Beast Masters were truly fortunate. Not only could they gain the ability to fly with their powerful spiritual energy, but they could also open up a Beast space within their spiritual core.

This Beast space not only provided a place for Beasts to rest but also promoted the recovery of Beast injuries and energy, making it more comfortable than staying outside.

However, the Beast wristbands developed by technology could only temporarily accommodate Beasts. Comfort was out of the question; they merely provided a place to stay.

Ban Mo felt a little embarrassed upon hearing this. He summoned the Darkspawn · Shadowbat, and the rich spiritual energy in Chenyang Pet Store indeed had a good promoting effect on the Shadowbat's recovery.

However, he was afraid of disturbing the business at Chenyang Pet Store, which was why he had recalled it to his wristband in the morning.

Luo Chen instructed the Colorful Sound Spirit Finch, "Two guests will come to pick up their boarded Beasts today. After verifying their identities, don't forget to return the Beasts to them."

After making arrangements, Luo Chen opened the shop door, preparing to go out and purchase food for the Beasts in the secret realm.

Ban Mo looked at Luo Chen, who, just like last night, confidently left him in the shop, feeling a bit amused and exasperated.

He could only say that this shop was truly strange, perhaps influenced by the owner, both in its business model and the owner's way of doing things.

And the one responsible for doing business and attracting customers in the shop was actually a Beast.