Chapter 70: Sky-Eagle and Dimensional Rift
"Although our Shazhou Beast Taming University was established relatively late, its development momentum has been very fierce in recent years..."

After Zhou Chubin came Xue Huaiyu. Like Zhou Chubin, she did not talk about the admission requirements right away, but instead introduced the information of Shazhou Beast Taming University first.

"Because the area is remote and surrounded by deserts, the environment is relatively harsh... But this is also an advantage of our school, because in this environment, a large number of wind and earth attribute pets are bred in the area, and some pets are even unique to our school..."

Unlike Zhou Chubin, her introduction was relatively objective. She not only talked about the advantages but also mentioned the shortcomings of Shazhou Beastmaster University.

In fact, the shortcomings of Shazhou Beast Taming University are very obvious. Even if Xue Huaiyu didn't say it, Li Qian knew it clearly.

By describing himself in this way, he seemed more frank and gained a lot of points in the impression.

"...If you choose to study at our Shazhou Beast Taming University, in addition to the conditions just mentioned, we can also help your father's pet, the enclosure bear, evolve into an extremely rare gold and earth dual-element overlord-level potential pet - the Titan Giant Bear, for free!"

"Your mother's gray bean pigeon can also evolve into our Western Region's unique flying bird... the cloud-piercing goose!"

No one knew whether Xue Huaiyu let the secret slip accidentally or he did it on purpose, but Li Qian heard it clearly.

Because he heard it clearly, he interrupted directly and said, "Wait, if I heard it correctly, you wanted to say the Sky-Eagle, right?"

Although both the Sky-Eagle and the Cloud-Piercing Goose are bird pets, the difference between them is as great as that between heaven and earth.

The racial potential of the Cloud-Chuan Goose is only at the commander level. Even at the peak of commander level, it is still a commander. At most, it is slightly better than the common Storm Eagle. There is no essential difference.

But the Sky-Eagle is different. Unlike the Cloud-Piercing Goose, which has the wind attribute, its attribute is the space attribute, which is very rare among pets.

Naturally, his potential is not comparable to that of Chuan Yunyan. He is on par with Qing Lin Jiao and has reached the middle level of Overlord.

Moreover, in actual combat, it might be even more difficult to deal with than the Green Scaled Dragon, because due to its spatial ability, the Sky-Eagle's speed is extremely fast.

It can even teleport and jump through space, making it hard to defend against. Even when facing an opponent who is stronger than itself, it can retreat calmly.

It was also because of this that when Xue Huaiyu accidentally said the word "遁空", Li Qian reacted immediately and asked directly.

If the mother's gray bean pigeon can evolve into a sky-flying eagle, and then paired with Ah Fu's green-scaled dragon, it may even be possible for him to become a dominant beastmaster in the future.

Most importantly, the security problem was solved in one fell swoop, and Li Qian no longer had to worry about her personal safety.

"Sorry, I let it slip that the evolution method from the Gray Bean Pigeon to the Sky-Eagle has indeed been studied by Professor Yan of our school."

Seeing that Li Qian took the initiative to mention the "Eagle of Escape", Xue Huaiyu did not hide anything and directly told the truth, "However, the reason why this achievement was able to be researched is mainly due to Professor Yan, so I can't promise anything without his approval."

Li Qian glanced at Xue Huaiyu, and then said firmly: "I can exchange it. Whether it is the Green Scale Dragon or the Frost Fire Demon Newt, as long as they can help my mother's Gray Bean Pigeon evolve into a Sky-Eagle, Professor Yan can choose one of these two pets."

During this period, he continued to search and, through some connections, he learned about the evolution of the enclosure bear.

The Titan Bear is one of them. Although this evolutionary path is rare, Li Qian believes that as long as he is willing to pay enough benefits, helping his father's enclosure bear complete its evolution should not be a problem.

Even if it cannot evolve into a Titan Giant Bear of the Gold and Earth Element, it can still evolve into other bear pets with similar potential.

But he had never seen or heard of this Sky-Flying Eagle before. He believed that this was indeed the evolutionary route that Professor Yan of Shazhou Beast Taming University had just researched.

Compared with the Sky-Eagle, the other evolved forms were obviously dwarfed. Li Qian believed that Xue Huaiyu had suddenly let the cat out of the bag on purpose.

If so, it means that the matter of the Sky-Eagle can be negotiated. Otherwise, if she deliberately let it slip, it would be meaningless, so Li Qian directly put forward his conditions.

As for whether he should directly agree to study at Shazhou Beast Taming University, he chose to ignore it.

Xue Huaiyu was not upset when she didn't get a clear answer from Li Qian. She smiled and gave a relatively clear signal, "Okay, I will discuss this matter with Professor Yan. I believe that Professor Yan will also be interested in the Green Scale Dragon or the Frost Fire Demon Newt."

Li Qian could understand this. Putting aside the issue of recruiting, Professor Yan would not lose anything by exchanging the Green Scaled Dragon or the Frost Fire Demon Newt for his mother's Gray Bean Pigeon to evolve into a Sky-Evading Eagle.

After Xue Huaiyu from Shazhou Beast Taming University, it was Ai Xiaolian from Mizhou Beast Taming University. As she was arranged to be the last one, she could only smile bitterly helplessly.

After sitting down, she began to introduce the information of Mizhou Beast Taming University, "Student Li Qian, our Mizhou Beast Taming University is located in the southwest, adjacent to Jiangnan Province, and not far from Lingshui City..."

"This time, I came to visit you, Li Qian, with my unique sincerity..."

Near dusk, Ai Xiaolian also left Building No. 1. Seeing Zhou Chubin and Xue Huaiyu waiting in the building, she shook her head slightly, indicating that Li Qian did not give a clear answer.

Neither Zhou Chubin nor Xue Huaiyu were surprised by this. The reason they stayed was actually to wait for confirmation.

Now that the information has been confirmed, they can leave with peace of mind.

Not long after, the three admissions teachers, including Niu Fenjin, left the training base.

Chu Xiran did not leave immediately. She chose to stay. After everyone left, she said solemnly, "Student Li Qian, you must be cautious when choosing the Beastmaster University. If you can't make up your mind for the moment, you don't have to give a decision for the time being. Anyway, there is still some time before graduation."

After a pause, she continued, "Of course, the most important thing is that you need to know the deep logic behind choosing Beastmaster University."

Chu Xiran's solemn words instantly aroused Li Qian's curiosity.

What is the deep logic behind choosing Beastmaster University?

Thinking of this, he did not hesitate and asked directly, "What logic?"

Chu Xiran did not answer directly, but raised a series of questions, "Do you know why the Eight Great Congresses are called the Eight Great Congresses? Why are there only Eight Great Congresses, not Nine Great Congresses or Ten Great Congresses... What is the difference between them and ordinary Beast Taming Universities?"

Chu Xiran's words, which sounded a bit confusing, did indeed trap Li Qian.

It made him a little confused for a moment.

What are the Eight Greats and why are they called the Eight Greats?

Why not the ninth or tenth?
What is the difference between the Eight Great Universities and ordinary beast-taming universities?
These questions may sound simple, or even silly, but if you look into them carefully, you will find that you really don’t know where to start answering them…

Li Qian thought about it, then shook his head honestly, expressing his confusion.

Chu Xiran didn't keep the secret, "The reason why they are called the Eight is not only because they are the eight beast-controlling universities with the strongest comprehensive strength in the entire Dongxia Federation..."

After a pause, she continued, "In other words, it is precisely because they are one of the eight great universities that they have a comprehensive strength far exceeding that of ordinary beastmaster universities."

Chu Xiran's words once again stunned Li Qian.

I always feel like she's talking nonsense.

However, based on Li Qian's understanding of her, Teacher Chu Xiran would definitely not do anything without a purpose.

"The main reason why I asked you to choose carefully is that... once you make a decision about which Beast Taming University to attend, it means... your future development path will be basically determined."

Chu Xiran said something that left Li Qian completely confused.

He knew that choosing Beastmaster University was very important.

But, this matter should not determine your future life path, right?
Just because I chose to study at Shazhou Beast Taming University, does that mean I can't return to Jiangnan Province to develop?

Isn't this too ridiculous?! This is what Li Qian thought.

But what he didn't expect was that the truth was so ridiculous.

Under Li Qian's puzzled gaze, Chu Xiran opened her red lips and said, "The main reason for this situation is... the dimensional crack!"

"In fact, it can't be said to be completely determined, but if we want to change the development route, it will be very difficult."

"Dimensional rift?" Li Qian didn't pay much attention to Chu Xi's subsequent words, but focused all his attention on a key word.

How does this matter relate to the dimensional rift?

How does it relate to the dimensional rift?
Glancing out the window, Chu Xiran spoke slowly and unhurriedly, "In our Dongxia Federation, there are a total of eight dimensional cracks that are open all year round..."

"Eight..."

Hearing this number, Li Qian quickly realized something.

He chewed his words, but did not ask any questions and continued to listen.

Looking away from the window, Chu Xiran continued the previous topic, "Yes, just as you guessed in your heart... the dimensional rift and the Eight Elements are inextricably linked."

"Shazhou Beast Taming University where Xue Huaiyu is located was established the latest. The fundamental reason is that the eighth dimensional rift also appeared the latest."

“The two are a relationship of emergence.”

"Could it be..." After hearing this, Li Qian had already derived a lot of information. That was why he found it incredible and even couldn't believe it.

He had heard of dimensional rifts a long time ago.

However, this is the first time I have heard of the relationship between the dimensional rift and the Eight Great Beings.

"Why are the eight great beast masters able to cultivate batch after batch of outstanding beast masters, among whom there are even many emperors, saints, and even legends..."

"Scale, collection of books, teachers... these are only one of the reasons, not even the main reason. The most important thing is... resources, a continuous supply of resources..."

"This is the most fundamental reason why the Eight Great Universities are different from ordinary Beast Taming Universities!"

Chu Xiran's voice was still calm, as if he was talking about something that had nothing to do with him, "And where do the resources come from?"

"The Zuxing is just an ordinary beast-controlling planet that was formed after being infected by the mysterious energy leaked from the dimensional cracks."

"The resources stored there are limited. Compared with the dimensional rifts and the outer battlefield, they are just a drop in the ocean."

"Speaking of this, I think you should have understood that, yes, each of the eight major schools suppresses a dimensional rift!"

"Or, to be more precise, they are the actual managers of the eight fixed dimensional rifts in the Dongxia Federation."

Hearing this, the confused expression on Li Qian's face disappeared, replaced by... shock and horror!

Ignoring Li Qian's expression of being unable to react, Chu Xiran continued, "As the actual manager of the dimensional rift, it is both a crisis and an opportunity for the Beastmaster University."

"The dimensional rifts are filled with dangerous places, as well as various precious resources, as numerous as the grains of sand in the Ganges."

"There is a complete dimensional rift as a training ground, and there are endless beast resources. This is the foundation of the eight great powers."

"Other forces, if they want to enter the dimensional rift, they have to rely on the Eight Great Powers."

Chu Xiran sat opposite Li Qian and told him everything he knew without reservation. "As everyone knows, the two beast-controlling universities, Kyoto and Zhonghai, have always been the leaders among the eight universities."

"The fundamental reason is not only that Kyoto is the capital of the Dongxia Federation, Zhonghai is the largest city in the Dongxia Federation, but also because the dimensional rifts suppressed by these two Beast Taming Universities appeared the earliest."

"The extent of the exploration of these two dimensional rifts by these two beast-controlling universities is far beyond the reach of the other six universities, and the resources and training obtained are naturally also beyond the reach of the other six universities."

“That’s why they are so special.”

Li Qian heard this, absorbed the information, and after digesting the shock, he could not help but frowned and asked, "What about ordinary adventurers?"

Knowing what Li Qian wanted to ask, Chu Xiran immediately explained, "The dimensional rift is open to all beastmasters. Ordinary beastmasters can naturally go there too. They are the adventurers you mentioned."

"However, compared to the Beast Taming University, they are like guerrillas compared to the regular army. Whether it is safety or resources, they are incomparable."

"The most important thing is that every time you enter, you have to pay a certain fee, and this fee is charged by the corresponding Beast Taming University."

At this point, Chu Xiran added another piece of information, "As far as I know, the eight major schools have established branches in the corresponding dimensional cracks."

"Of course, for freshmen like you who have just entered the Beastmaster University, you will definitely not be able to access this information. You will only know about it after you enter your junior year."

"I see." After listening to Chu Xiran's explanation, Li Qian's face suddenly became clear. "No wonder they say that entering the Beast Taming University and not entering the Beast Taming University are two completely different worlds."

Chu Xiran nodded in agreement. "The reason why Shazhou Beast Taming University and Guanxi Beast Taming University are relatively difficult to attract outstanding Beast Taming High School graduates is not only because their geographical locations are relatively remote, but also because the dimensional cracks they suppressed appeared relatively late, with a lower degree of development and higher danger..."

"Of course, everything has two sides. A low level of development means that the possibility of an individual gaining an opportunity is higher..."

"So, these two dimensional rifts are also the favorite places for ordinary adventurers. Of course, it is also related to the low fees for these two dimensional rifts."

Finally, she concluded: "This is the deep logic behind choosing Beastmaster University."

Nodding, Li Qian finally understood why Chu Xiran said that choosing Beastmaster University was equivalent to choosing the original development path.

Just imagine that after four years of studying at Beast Taming University, most of your connections and most of your accumulated experience will remain in the corresponding dimensional rifts, which is indeed not easy to get rid of.

If you go to another dimensional rift, all the geographical advantages and human harmony will disappear. Even if you don't start over, it will be almost the same.

Just like in the past, college graduates often stayed in their local cities to develop, the principle is the same.

The Beast Taming University in this world is more deeply bound to the region than the universities in the previous life. It can be said that if you don’t reach a certain level, it is difficult to cross this geographical restriction.

"Originally, as a high school graduate, you are not qualified to know this information... But you are different from ordinary Beast Taming High School graduates. With your ability, it is only a matter of time before you know this information. Therefore, I will make an exception and tell you in advance."

Looking at Li Qian, Chu Xiran had a complicated expression. "I am telling you this news in the hope that it will help you make a more reasonable decision."

Without noticing Chu Xiran's change in expression, Li Qian asked another question, "Since the dimensional cracks on the ancestral star are suppressed and managed by the eight great powers, what about the Beast Taming Corps?"

Chu Xiran laughed and pointed to the sky, "Isn't there another place?"

"Battlefield outside the sky!"

Li Qian reacted instantly, and then suddenly realized, muttering to himself, "So that's it..."

(End of this chapter)