32: He's just a beast tamer, what's he pretending for?

The System really didn't lie to him; Zuo Dao truly is a genius at refining medicine, capable of producing a drug with dual effects in just one short month!

"Let's go!"

After confirming the pills had taken full effect, Consultant waved his hand, signaling the two to approach the “target.”

This ruin was not small. It had previously been damaged by certain giant beasts, and massive claw marks were everywhere, with some areas even showing scorched traces.

Once upon a time, Lange Forest was also a territory of Dragon County, but afterwards, magical beasts ran rampant, destroying many areas near the forests and deep mountains.

This is why so many areas populated by magical beasts appeared.

Not only that, but many magical beasts also hid in the dark corners of the city.

If left unchecked, these magical beasts could gradually devour the land where people live.

This is also the significance of Bounty Hunters' existence; the rewards are only a part of it—their primary role is hunting magical beasts that threaten the city.

At this moment, a thick layer of dust floated on the bluish-gray floor, and heavy footsteps and laughter echoed through the desolate woods—

"Brother Zhang, do you think we might be the first ones to finish?"

"Haha, of course! Even Zhu Ming couldn't possibly be faster than us alone."

"Ah, maybe Jiang Banxia will be faster. After all, her grandfather is the Dean; perhaps he'll let her use the back door?"

"Don't talk nonsense. Our every move might be under the surveillance of the Dean and others. Let's find the map first!"

"That's true... Hey, Brother Zhang, look over there!"

As the group talked, the Scholar walking at the back suddenly had his eyes light up, pointing ahead and exclaiming.

In front of him was the ruin's altar. Instead of flames and magic arrays, a small silver box rested atop the altar.

It looked just like a Treasure Chest from a game!

A box like this certainly wouldn't appear here for no reason; it must be the one hiding the map!

Zhang Chi looked delighted and quickly rushed towards the Treasure Chest.

However, his every action had already fallen into the eyes of Consultant, who was hidden in the dark.

"Is that all?"

Consultant clicked his tongue. He had thought the Map Fragment would be guarded by magical beasts and had planned to reap the benefits of the conflict, but he didn't expect the Dean to actually set up a Treasure Chest here.

If Zhang Chi and his team got there first, trying to snatch it away afterward might be troublesome..."Let's move!"

At Consultant's command, he stood up, hugged the Slime, and dashed out.

However, Zuo Dao and Sun Wen, who were behind him, exchanged glances.

"Uh, what did Consultant just say?" Zuo Dao asked, looking stunned.

Sun Wen hadn't reacted either and subconsciously replied, "He said... move?"

"Move? Didn't he say we should follow his lead? Damn it!"

Zuo Dao finally reacted, urgently cursing under his breath, "The heck, why is a Beast Tamer acting so tough? This grandson has a death wish!"

Although he said this, Zuo Dao stopped hiding, scrambling and crawling out of the bushes.

Seeing this, Sun Wen pulled a short wooden Staff from behind her and followed.

Consultant had already 'moved,' and as teammates, Zuo Dao and Sun Wen couldn't just stand by.

As soon as Consultant rushed out, he casually tossed the Slime forward—

"Bing Dwen Dwen, it's up to you. Spray them!"

"Gurgle... Gurgle!"

The Slime made a bubbling sound in mid-air, then violently squeezed its body.

Swoosh!

A stream of purple liquid shot out like a flying arrow, heading straight for Zhang Chi, who had just approached the Treasure Chest!

Zhang Chi's attention was entirely focused on the Treasure Chest; he didn't notice the 'Poison Violet Juice' coming toward him at all.

His teammates were not useless. The Mage standing in the rear quickly sensed the magical energy emanating from the Slime's venom, and his expression changed drastically. The next second, he raised his hand and swung the thick wooden Staff he held.

A cluster of magical energy condensed in the air, instantly transforming into Ice Shards, shooting directly toward the Poison Violet Juice the Slime had just sprayed!

The Mage's speed was undeniably fast; his level had reached 11, which was not low.

Unfortunately, he was not facing an ordinary Slime, but Consultant's soul familiar—an 18th-level Slime!

The Ice Shards flying from the tip of his Staff accurately struck the Poison Violet Juice.

Joy flashed across the Mage's face, but the next moment, his expression turned to shock!

His Ice Shards only managed to block it for a moment. The next second, the Poison Violet Juice used its powerful corrosive properties to turn the shattered ice into steam, continuing its momentum and flying rapidly toward Zhang Chi!

Only then did Zhang Chi realize what was happening, but he had no way to respond.

Fortunately, the Knight was the closest person to him!

"Hah!"

The Knight roared, taking a heavy Shield from his back and blocking it in front of Zhang Chi—

Clang!

The Poison Violet Juice struck the large Shield like a sharp arrow, making the sound of metal colliding.

The Knight groaned, involuntarily taking two steps back, barely managing to block the attack.

Zhang Chi's expression darkened. He immediately pushed the Knight away, looked ahead, and then locked his gaze onto Consultant, who had run out from the corner. He shouted, "Consultant, it's you again?!"

Although the sudden sneak attack hadn't harmed him, it had scared him into a cold sweat!

Consultant chuckled as he caught the Slime, looking at the people in front of him.

He waved at Zhang Chi, "Gentlemen, I trust you are well!"

"..."

The people behind Zhang Chi had gloomy expressions, staring silently at Consultant.

Zhang Chi's face was extremely ugly. He sneered at Consultant, "You, Gu, this truly is a narrow road meeting! I didn't expect you'd dare to come out alone just to die!"

"Wait a minute, who said he was alone?!"

Zuo Dao and Sun Wen appeared behind Consultant, standing on his left and right sides.

Facing Zhang Chi and the others, Zuo Dao was clearly nervous, but he forced himself to take out several small bottles containing viscous liquid from his bag.

As an Apothecary, some of his Potions could enhance physique, while others were poisons that could temporarily bypass defenses.

Sun Wen, meanwhile, held her short Staff silently, ready at any moment to help her teammates recover.

Seeing the three of them emerge one after another, Zhang Chi sneered.

In his eyes, these three people were lambs waiting to be slaughtered!

The only tricky thing was Consultant's Slime... but now it seemed, it was nothing to fear!

"Hmph, very good. You all came together to offer yourselves up; it saves me the trouble of looking for you!"

Saying this, Zhang Chi drew a Short-handled Axe from his waist, took a step forward, and let out a soft shout: "Hah!"

Following this roar, Zhang Chi's body visibly swelled up, and his rapidly increasing muscles were covered in a faint red glow!

This was the symbol of a Berserker. It was clear that this was Zhang Chi's cultivation path!

At the same level, the Berserker is the Melee Class with the strongest short-term burst damage, capable of instantly killing most other classes.

Watching Zhang Chi enter battle mode, the three people standing behind him also stepped forward, a trace of disdain on their faces.

The current situation was four against three, pitting the most scientifically configured team against a strange team composed of three Support Classes.

No one believed Consultant and his team could win, or even escape!

Zuo Dao and Sun Wen became even more nervous watching Zhang Chi and his team eager for a fight.

Only Consultant remained calm.

With a casual wave of his hand, he used the ability of his space ring!

A faint light flashed, magical brilliance surged, and the famous sword moon shadow appeared!

In an instant, everyone was stunned when they saw the weapon in Consultant's hand.

Whether it was Zhang Chi's group or Zuo Dao and Sun Wen, the same doubt arose in their hearts—

Where did that sword come from?

Why did Consultant have this sword?

Huh, what's the deal with a Beast Tamer wielding a sword?