Chapter 438: I Want to Challenge the Ten Beast Cages (Part 2)

This Zhang Xuan must have learned some formidable body cultivation method that allows his physical strength to exceed ten thousand *ding*, enabling him to fight above his level.

But the Golden-Bodied Iron-Arm Ape is even more terrifying!

Moreover, its strength lies in its comprehensive power, making it impeccable from every angle. Even if the young man is not weak, he still has no hope of winning.

On the contrary, as the battle progresses, various weaknesses will appear, allowing the ape to seize opportunities.

In other words, based on his knowledge, if Zhang Xuan has no other methods, his defeat is inevitable.

"What a pity..."

Elder Wei Yuqing also saw it and sighed along. Just as he was about to continue speaking, his mouth suddenly twitched: "Hall Master..."

He didn't need to say more, as Hall Master Xie Jiuchen was already speechless, his eyes wide as if they would pop out, and his face pale.

Below, he saw that the man and beast who had just been fighting fiercely were, at some unknown point, now arm-in-arm, like best friends, almost embracing.

The Golden-Bodied Iron-Arm Ape, which had previously been ferocious and wanted to tear Zhang Xuan to shreds, was now patting Zhang Xuan's shoulder, looking like it was protecting him, full of camaraderie.

Not only were the two men biting their tongues in shock, but the other onlookers also twitched their mouths, completely bewildered.

"What... what's going on?"

They were just fighting to the death with such fervor, how... in the blink of an eye, did it become like this?

Even if the two of you knew each other before, there should have been some sign. What's with this sudden turn of events?

"During the battle just now, I seemed to see this young man use a secret voice transmission to say something, and the Golden-Bodied Iron-Arm Ape immediately changed its attitude dramatically! Such a rapid change, could it be related to what he said?" Jiang Nanping couldn't help but say.

Having experienced a moment of distraction before, which resulted in the outcome below, this time, from the very beginning, he kept his eyes wide open, not daring to miss a single detail.

Therefore, although the man and beast below changed their attitudes quickly, he still spotted some clues—

Just when the Iron-Arm Ape had the upper hand, the young man's lips moved, seemingly saying something via voice transmission.

Then... the fierce beast, which had just seemed to view him as a mortal enemy, immediately, as if having a spasm, completely changed its attitude.

"I saw it too... But just one sentence made the Golden-Bodied Iron-Arm Ape change its attitude. This... that can't be, can it?" Wei Youdao was still completely bewildered.

"I also think it's impossible, but... have you ever seen a Gale Wolf become as docile as a pug just by being beaten once, or a Tiger-Headed Beast lie down and play dead after one punch?" Jiang Nanping said.

"I..." Wei Youdao froze.

If he hadn't seen it with his own eyes, he wouldn't dare to imagine it even in his dreams.

Even so, he still felt like he hadn't woken up, making him wonder if the various savage beasts below were deliberately holding back.

"Even if its attitude changed... the Golden-Bodied Iron-Arm Ape couldn't possibly let him pass, could it! This fellow is Elder You's spirit beast and has already promised to guard the final pass; it should be diligent and responsible..." After watching for a while longer, still unable to understand how the other party did it, Wei Youdao couldn't help but say.

Even if this guy used some special method that allowed the previous few savage beasts to hold back, this one definitely wouldn't.

This one is Elder You's spirit beast from the Beast Hall; it has long received orders to guard the final pass to the death. Even if some words could entice it not to fight, passing would certainly still be impossible!

Before his words even fell, he heard the young man's clear voice ring out from below.

"Brother Ape, I need to pass, could you move aside?"

Immediately after, they saw the Golden-Bodied Iron-Arm Ape nod enthusiastically, move aside without the slightest hesitation to clear the path, then raise its massive paw and wave goodbye.

"I see... it seems it won't be diligent anymore..." Jiang Nanping said.

"..." Wei Youdao.

After bidding farewell to the Golden-Bodied Iron-Arm Ape, Zhang Xuan's observation revealed no hidden flaws. This Iron-Arm Ape had some congenital problems, and Zhang Xuan told it the solution. Let alone letting him pass, even if he asked it to immediately change its allegiance and become his spirit beast, it definitely wouldn't refuse.

Savage beasts, as long as they haven't been completely tamed and bound by a contract, have no problem changing masters.

Just like the Azure Eagle Beast back then, the sense of trust Mo Yu had painstakingly cultivated at great cost was not as effective as Zhang Xuan giving it a good beating.

Soon, arriving at the end of the Ten Beast Cage, Zhang Xuan clapped his hand, and a light flashed.

Challenge to the Ten Beast Cage successful!

"He... passed just like that? How long did it take?" Xie Jiuchen couldn't help but ask.

"Well..." Elder Wei Yuqing's mouth twitched: "About... half a *zhancha* of time!"

"Half a *zhancha*?" Hall Master Xie Jiuchen's eyebrows twitched wildly.

A normal Ten Beast Cage challenge takes one *shichen*.

One *zhancha* is a quarter of an hour, which is one-eighth of a *shichen*.

Half a *zhancha*—passing four stages and defeating ten savage beasts in one-sixteenth of the total time...

"The most crucial thing is... eight-tenths of his time was spent walking. His actual contact and fighting with... these savage beasts only took a few dozen breaths!" Elder Wei Yuqing continued.

Succeeding in the Ten Beast Cage challenge in half a *zhancha* was already astounding, but the actual time he spent interacting and clashing with the savage beasts was only a few dozen breaths in total...

If he hadn't seen it with his own eyes, and a subordinate had answered this way, he would definitely think they didn't even know how to lie...

"Hall Master Xie, I've passed, right?"

While his eyebrows were still twitching wildly, he saw the young man approach.

"Passed, passed..." Xie Jiuchen nodded.

If this doesn't count as passing, what would?

"Then my... spirit beast blood!" The young man looked over.

"Go to the high platform; I'll give it to you publicly!" Xie Jiuchen smiled.

Someone passing the Ten Beast Cage was a meritorious achievement for him as Hall Master, so naturally, he wanted to publicize it widely to let everyone know.

"Alright!"

Zhang Xuan knew the other party's intentions and didn't say much.

Soon, the group walked out from the arena and arrived at the high platform.

"Distinguished Beast Tamers and friends of the Beast Hall, I believe you have all witnessed this grand event of challenging the Ten Beast Cage." Arriving at the high platform, Xie Jiuchen took the jade box handed to him by an elder, looked around, and spoke in a clear voice.

"How amazing!"

"I wonder what this Beast Tamer's name is. From now on, he's my idol! I will strive hard with him as my goal."

"Him as your goal? Don't you think that's setting the bar too high, leading to despair later? I think it's more realistic to aim for Wei Youdao, Jiang Nanping, and the others! If that's still too much, aiming for Luo Tang, Fang Jin, and others is also fine!"

"...That's true!"

A commotion erupted below.

Luo Tang, Fang Jin, Wei Youdao, and Jiang Nanping, who had just been arguing red-faced, heard the discussions and each turned red with embarrassment, wishing they could find a crack in the ground to hide in.

Previously, each of them thought they were the most formidable in the Xuanyuan Kingdom's Beast Hall, but now they realized... it was impossible even to aim for that person!

Passing the Ten Beast Cage in half a *zhancha*—such an achievement was despair-inducing just to think about.

"Successfully passing the Ten Beast Cage is rewarded with a drop of spirit beast blood. This is a rule long established by the Beast Hall that no one can change! Since Beast Tamer Zhang has succeeded, I shall now bestow the reward upon him!" Hall Master Xie Jiuchen's voice then rang out.

As he spoke, he opened the jade box in his hand and indeed saw a drop of blood swirling within a bottle placed inside, exuding a powerful suppressive force.

Spirit Beast Blood!

"Beast Tamer Zhang, congratulations!"

After showing it to everyone, Xie Jiuchen smilingly handed it over.

"Mn!" Zhang Xuan quickly took the jade box into his hand.

His biggest reason for coming to the Beast Hall was for this; now that the beast blood was in his hands, he was in a great mood.

"Alright, from now on, I hope everyone in our Beast Hall can take Beast Tamer Zhang as a role model, strive to cultivate, and challenge the Ten Beast Cage to prove their strength." Knowing this was the best opportunity for publicity, Hall Master Xie Jiuchen stroked his beard, let out a hearty laugh, looked around, and said: "From now on, no matter who successfully challenges, the Beast Hall will bestow a drop of spirit beast blood as a reward."

"What spirit beast blood means to a Beast Tamer, I'm sure I don't need to elaborate; you all understand, right! Everyone, give it your all, as long as you strive, nothing is impossible..." With a shake of his arms, Hall Master Xie Jiuchen laughed heartily.

It must be said, his actions and words were very inspiring.

Giving out the award publicly, letting everyone see the contents of the reward, and then using Zhang Xuan as an example to motivate everyone...

When his words ended, a commotion erupted below. Many of the younger generation were flushed with excitement, their fists clenched.

The effects of spirit beast blood were of great help to both humans and beasts; each drop was immensely valuable, and no one could refuse such a reward.

Someone has passed the Ten Beast Cage, so why can't I?

For a moment, the crowd was greatly stirred, each of them as if injected with stimulants.

"Hall Master, I also want to challenge the Ten Beast Cage!"

"I want to try too..."

In a few breaths' time, over a dozen Beast Tamers rushed forward, eager to try.

Seeing the crowd's attitude and their excitement, Hall Master Xie Jiuchen nodded in satisfaction. Just as he was about to speak, he saw the young man not far away put away the spirit beast blood and look over expectantly.

"Hall Master, since everyone can challenge the Ten Beast Cage, there should be no problem with me challenging it a second time, right!"

Previously, he had obtained two drops from Lin Ruotian, which only allowed him to possess 9,999 *ding* of strength, and he hadn't even broken through to the Zun realm.

Adding another drop, even if it had an effect, would still be far from enough for him to reach the peak of the Zun realm.

To help Lu Chong get revenge, this level of strength was the minimum requirement.

Therefore, he needed more beast blood.

"What did you say?"

Hall Master Xie Jiuchen was stunned and didn't immediately react.

"I said... I want to challenge the Ten Beast Cage again!" Zhang Xuan said.

"Again?" Xie Jiuchen's mouth twitched: "Didn't you just succeed?"

"That's right, you just said that no matter who successfully challenges it, they will receive a drop of spirit beast blood each time they pass. I still need more spirit beast blood, so I want to continue challenging!" Zhang Xuan replied earnestly.

"Continue?"

Hall Master Xie Jiuchen staggered.

You succeeded in half a *zhancha*. If you keep doing this repeatedly, won't our Beast Hall go directly bankrupt?

Spirit beast blood, such a precious item, even the Xuanyuan Kingdom's Beast Hall doesn't have much in reserve...

"That's right!" Zhang Xuan nodded, counting on his fingers: "Don't worry, just let me challenge it twenty consecutive times and earn twenty drops of spirit beast blood. I'm not greedy!"

Hall Master Xie Jiuchen swayed and nearly fell over.