160: Lava Team

"Is that dragon very strong?"

Compared to other matters, Consultant was more concerned about the strength of that dragon.

If it was truly too powerful... Consultant still had a good grasp of his own limitations!

Ruby nodded silently and replied, "Of course it's strong. That is a Silver Fire Dragon. It has been in this forest for a very long time; in fact, even this Silver Moon Forest was named after that dragon."

"..." Consultant pondered for a moment, then suddenly thought of a question:

"Then why would anyone still have designs on that dragon?"

"Those people are not ordinary!"

Ruby answered quickly, but at the same time, a trace of anger appeared on his face!

"What do you mean? Who are those people?" Du Ruo, who was standing to the side, asked curiously.

"They are people from the Lava Team!" Ruby frowned, his tone filled with anger.

Lava Team...

Seeing that Ruby seemed to have some aversion to this Lava Team, Consultant also adopted a tone of shared hatred against a common enemy.

"What's going on? What kind of people are they?"

"They are a group of people who destroy nature!"

Ruby said indignantly, then proceeded to explain to Consultant.

Although the Emerald Dreamscape is a world that emphasizes nature and peace, where humans and Soul Magical Beasts coexist.

But in a big forest, there are all kinds of birds.

It is inevitable that some people will break the rules for profit or for some inexplicable reasons.

The Lava Team is exactly that kind of group!

They often carry out violent capture operations, seizing rare Soul Magical Beasts and then selling them to wealthy people at high prices.

Many people actually do this sort of thing in secret, but the people from the Lava Team are extremely excessive.

They are unscrupulous and unrestrained, completely disregarding the ecological environment, and some Soul Magical Beasts have even gone extinct because of them!

But these people have a massive influence and hide in the shadows, making them difficult to control.

Many people who believe in nature and balance look down on this group, or even harbor hatred for them.

Ruby is the same.

He does not oppose capturing Soul Magical Beasts and taming them to become a Beast Tamer's soul familiar.

What he resists is the attitude these people have towards Soul Magical Beasts!

That is fundamentally contrary to the philosophy of the Emerald Dreamscape; it is not balance, but rather treating Soul Magical Beasts as servants!

Of course, this is Ruby's description.

Consultant was new here and completely unfamiliar with the various forces in this place, so he did not believe everything entirely.

"The Silver Fire Dragon is the King of Soul Magical Beasts in the Silver Moon Forest. If they succeed, this forest will inevitably be affected!"

"Will there be any impact if that dragon leaves?" Du Ruo asked confusedly upon hearing this.

Ruby replied, "The Silver Fire Dragon leaving wouldn't have an impact, but if it is forcibly captured by the Lava Team, it will definitely provoke retaliation from the ruler of another forest!"

"The relationships between the Soul Magical Beasts of your different forests are quite close, aren't they?"

Consultant couldn't help but mutter under his breath.

He thought for a moment longer, then asked:

"Ruby, how strong is this Silver Fire Dragon you speak of?"

"Very strong, although I haven't seen it with my own eyes." He said, raising his hands somewhat exaggeratedly, "In Weibai City, the Silver Fire Dragon is even used in legends to coax children. It can be said that it is second only to some rare divine beasts!"

Consultant raised his hand and gently rubbed the Slime. After thinking for a while, he spoke again:

"How many people does that Lava Team have?"

Ruby recalled, "There should be a dozen or so people!"

"Consultant, you are very strong. Could I ask you to help stop those people?"

Ruby sensed Consultant's intention and asked proactively, his eyes full of anticipation.

"I will do my best."

But not for the sake of the forest.

Consultant revealed a faint smile.

After learning the information about the Silver Fire Dragon, he had already intended to give it a try for Du Ruo's sake.

Now that he heard there were many people from the Lava Team 'helping him' scout the path, he was even happier.

It was just that...

For some reason, Consultant always felt that something was a bit strange.

"Consultant, no, this is too dangerous."

Du Ruo frowned. Even when her strength was at its peak, she wouldn't dare say she could face a dragon.

How could she let Consultant face such a terrifying Soul Magical Beast because of her now?

If something went wrong for Consultant because of this...

"Don't worry, we'll play it by ear!"

How could Consultant back down in front of Du Ruo?

He immediately looked at Ruby, "Lead the way!"

"Okay! Thank you!"

Ruby nodded hurriedly, his eyes sparkling with excitement and joy.

Meanwhile, Black Marsh, on Consultant's shoulder, had already silently cast its gaze towards Ruby.

Its eyes flashed with a cold light as it quietly leaned in near Consultant's ear and said something.

"Follow me, quickly!"

Ruby did not notice this. He waved at Consultant and the others, then quickly headed towards the depths of the forest.

After hearing Black Marsh's words, Consultant was slightly stunned, but his expression quickly returned to normal, and he followed in his footsteps with Du Ruo...

The journey was not exactly peaceful.

The deeper the group ventured, the more Soul Magical Beasts they encountered along the way.

Most of these Soul Magical Beasts were at the third or fourth rank; they weren't too strong, but they already exceeded the strength of an average Beast Tamer.

Fortunately, Consultant and his group were numerous, and they had Black Marsh, a 'monster'-level Soul Magical Beast, by their side, so no Soul Magical Beasts dared to approach them easily.

Moreover, along the way, Consultant and his group also encountered quite a few Beast Tamers who had entered the Silver Moon Forest for trials.

These Beast Tamers were actually quite similar to Ruby; they were all idle and had the mentality of wanting to fight anyone they saw.

Anyway, they were still a long way from the Silver Fire Dragon's lair, so Consultant accepted all challenges without refusal.

He was like a player who had just entered a new game; the novelty hadn't worn off yet, and he could use these people to 'level up'.

These Beast Tamers' levels might have been higher than Ruby's, but their coordination with their Soul Magical Beasts was far from sufficient.

Coupled with Ruby's 'pointers' on the side, Consultant became increasingly adept at using his Beast Taming Power.

After a stretch of the journey, Consultant's Beast Tamer level had actually increased from level 5 to level 10!

His strength in other areas had also undergone some changes.

【Name: Consultant.】

【Race: Human.】

【Awakened Class: Beast Tamer】

【Level: Beast Tamer Level 10】

【Physique: 50.】

【Magic Power: 60.】

【Strength: 50.】

【Spirit: 60.】

【Resistances: Poison Resistance 40%, Lightning Resistance 40%, Magic Resistance 30%, Dragon Attribute Resistance 40%, Water Resistance 40%】

【soul familiars: Bing Dwen Dwen (Slime), Black Marsh (King of Serpent Dragons).】

【soul familiar Compatibility: Bing Dwen Dwen (Compatibility has reached max level), Black Marsh 10%.】

【Mastered Abilities: Observation, Power of Dominion, Beast Taming Knowledge.】

As Consultant's first soul familiar, the Slime's compatibility with him had even reached its peak.

As for Black Marsh...

Consultant made a rough estimate; to fully control it using his Beast Taming Power, he would need to reach at least level 50 or 60.

Before that, if he wanted Black Marsh to help, he could only rely on 'persuasion'...

As they ventured deeper into the Silver Moon Forest, the level of the Soul Magical Beasts around them became higher and higher, and there were fewer and fewer Beast Tamers.

Occasionally meeting a few, they were basically all traveling in groups.

Because of the environment, they no longer actively engaged Consultant in Beast Tamer duels.

Following Ruby's guidance, Consultant and his group soon arrived near the Silver Fire Dragon's lair.

As soon as they approached this place, Consultant felt the surrounding temperature rise, and the Soul Magical Beasts in the vicinity gradually disappeared!

This was the majesty of the King of Soul Magical Beasts in the Silver Moon Forest!

Even without showing itself, not a single low-level Soul Magical Beast dared to approach this place!

After looking around, Consultant felt a vague sense of unease in his heart.

Although this place was still within the Silver Moon Forest, the surrounding woods were very sparse.

The surroundings were filled with gravel, and even the soil on the ground had disappeared, turning into a stone forest.

"This is the place!"