"I heard that you displayed your skills in the Crimson Corridor, helping Miss Verina out of a crisis with your extraordinary archery. Truly, a hero emerges from among the young."

Mingxi nodded slightly to the fish that was spitting out its {N•o•v•e•l•i•g•h•t} tongue: "You flatter me. I'm not as powerful as you say. I'm just protecting myself."

"Self-preservation?" Lin Qianshang chuckled. "To be able to protect oneself in such a desperate situation and even protect Miss Verina is already remarkable. As far as I know, hundreds of people died or were injured in the Crimson Corridor that day, including even an SS-level Beastmaster."

He pushed up his glasses, the lenses reflecting a cold light.

“What’s even more remarkable is your bloodline.”

"Yulanka of the Turan tribe, a legendary hybrid of Geng Jintianyou and a human... I used to think this was nonsense, just a rumor."

Lin Qianshang's gaze towards Mingxi was clearly filled with greed.

Undisguised greed.

"But after seeing your performance in the Crimson Corridor, I am no longer so confident in my judgment."

"To be honest, besides wanting to discuss the art of potion making with Miss Verina, I've also come here for you."

Mingxi, Verina, and Darian all looked at him.

Mingxi swirled the wine glass in her hand, the scarlet liquid inside playing along the glass's sides.

The handsome young man's red lips curled slightly, a half-smile playing on his lips. "Oh? So Mr. Lin is interested in my bloodline?"

Lin Qianshang smiled similarly, "That's right."

"I should say, we are very interested in your bloodline, Yulanka!"

Mingxi raised an eyebrow. "You guys? It seems Mr. Lin is more than just an ordinary pharmacist?"

She looked directly at Lin Qianshang: "But how do you refer to the 'you all' you speak of?"

Lin Qianshang met her gaze, but quickly looked away.

This subconscious action caused him to frown almost imperceptibly.

The gaze of Tulan Yulanka was so sharp that it made him feel as if he were being watched by the Holy Lord.

Could it be related to the fact that she has the bloodline of an extraordinary being within her?

He cleared his throat before turning his gaze back to meet the youth's abyss-like eyes. "We are... the Descendants!"

Mingxi squinted, revealing a complex expression of shock and contemplation.

But inside, he couldn't help but mutter, "This filthy stuff, and you call it high-class? Why don't you add some background music for yourself?!"

"It seems that Lady Yulanka has heard of us."

Mingxi really wanted to roll her eyes at him, but she held back in order to maintain her persona.

"Mr. Lin, do you have some misunderstanding about your organization's reputation? The famous Arrival should be known throughout the entire alliance, as long as there is internet access in every village."

Notorious, hated by dogs and people alike, and wanted criminal gangs worldwide.

They have absolutely no self-awareness!

To dare to say it so openly shows that he really doesn't care about his status as a wanted criminal.

Lin Qianshang always felt that the tone of the person in front of him was not flattery, but contempt.

"Does Your Excellency feel that being targeted by the Alliance is bad for our reputation?"

Mingxi looked up and said, "Mr. Lin, please don't say that. I'm just an ordinary citizen, and I'm not interested in your reputation."

I'm only interested in your funerals.

"Let's get back to the main topic."

Lin Qianshang felt that his aura was inexplicably weakened when facing Turan Yulanka.

I feel a little down.

"Your bloodline is very special. As a human, you possess abilities beyond those of extraordinary beings, and you have even awakened extraordinary skills. In the entire Beast Taming Era, you are the only case like this, which is extremely remarkable..."

He paused, carefully choosing a word that would satisfy both parties: "exploring meaning."

hehe.

They would be perfect guinea pigs.

Mingxi's expression suddenly turned cold. "You want me to be your guinea pig?"

Verina's gaze also changed; she held a knife and fork, looking as if she was ready to choke someone at any moment.

"You misunderstand, sir. I can assure you that we will absolutely not do anything to threaten your life." Lin Qianshang cut a piece of steak and stuffed it into his mouth, letting the juices and blood flow between his teeth.

"We just want to work with you to study the generalizability of your special mixed-race heritage."

He looked into Mingxi's eyes again, "Don't you wish there were more people like you?"

Mingxi remained silent, listening to Lin Qianshang continue to paint a rosy picture.

"After these past few days of news, your performance in the Crimson Corridor is probably already known to everyone on Zeta Planet. Such a special person is definitely not just someone we are curious about since we arrived here."

In other words, there are countless people who want to study you.

"I can say without exaggeration that you and your people will be targeted and become experimental subjects on some experimental table."

"For all these years, your clan has been hunted, hasn't it? The reason you ended up on Zetalem today is because of the special nature of the Turan clan."

"Therefore, if you want to change the fate of the Turan people, the only way out is to descend and cooperate with us, because we are the most scientifically advanced beings in the world!"

"As long as hybrids of other humans and supernatural beings appear, the Turan race will no longer be a unique hybrid race, and the attention of those ambitious people who are focused on you will naturally be diverted."

This was said bluntly, with almost no attempt to conceal anything.

Although it was shameless, Mingxi didn't intend to refute him since he had already said it.

Verina's face darkened, and she grabbed Mingxi's arm: "Mr. Lin, Keyi is my 'property.' Isn't it inappropriate for you to try and steal her from me right in front of me?"

"Haha, Miss Verina, don't be angry."

Lin Qianshang smiled, "I absolutely have no intention of competing with you for people, so... I would like to invite the two of you to join our descent. What do you two think?"

So they wanted to catch them all at once.

This person understands how to maximize profits.

Neither Mingxi nor Verina spoke immediately. They exchanged a glance, their brows furrowed.

Lin Qianshang, seemingly oblivious to their repulsion, continued:

"Although our organization's reputation may not be very good to outsiders."

But these are all misunderstandings about us from the outside world, caused by the suppression of us by the Alliance Beast Taming Center.

In fact, we have always been committed to exploring the mysteries of life, breaking down the racial barriers between humans and extraordinary beings, and creating a more suitable environment for humans and extraordinary beings to coexist.

Excellent pharmacists like Miss Verina and people with special bloodlines like Your Excellency are exactly the companions we crave most.

I guarantee that as long as you join us, whether you are involved in research and development or other matters, we will ensure your absolute safety and provide you with appropriate status and resources.

You don't need to worry about the alliance's encirclement and suppression of us!

A hint of confidence flashed in his eyes, and his tone was arrogant: "Don't be fooled by the fierce offensive of the Alliance's so-called Special Counter-Terrorism Coordination Unit. In fact, those petty tricks can't even shake our foundations, let alone cause us serious damage."

Mingxi raised an eyebrow again.

She didn't doubt the truthfulness of Lin Qianshang's words.

It has existed for over a thousand years, and has survived several attempts to eradicate it, yet it still exists today.

They are even more tenacious than cockroaches. If the anti-Qing and restoration organizations had this indomitable spirit, the late Qing Dynasty would not have ravaged China into such a devastated state.

Based on the strength they have demonstrated since their arrival, their foundation is by no means weaker than that of a powerful nation.

It is indeed not something that can be fundamentally shaken in a short period of time.

At this moment, Darian, who hadn't said a word since Lin Qianshang started speaking, also spoke up:

"Verina, Mr. Lin sincerely invites you; please consider it carefully."

This is a rare opportunity!

This is important not only to you personally, but also to our Shadow Raven family!

These words already carried a sense of pressure.

Verina's hand, which was holding Mingxi's arm, tightened slightly.

Her face showed timely hesitation, struggle, and even a hint of humiliation.

He perfectly portrayed the reluctance of being targeted by a powerful force and powerless to resist.

“I...we,” she said in a low voice, “need time to think it over.”

"sure."

Lin Qianshang smiled, then changed the subject, "By the way, Lady Yulanka."

While we sincerely wish to invite you to our arrival, we expect the same sincerity in return.

So I need to test your mettle before I know if this recruitment is worthwhile. What do you think?

Mingxi showed an expression of interest.

"How would Mr. Lin like to test my quality?"

Lin Qianshang had no intention of keeping people in suspense and said directly, "I want you to have a battle with my pet beast."

His tone was not a question, but a demand.

Ever since his true identity was revealed, he has gained a bit more confidence.

Mingxi smiled and did not refuse.

"Can."

That's how it was settled.

The group quickly moved to the training grounds of the manor.

As a prestigious family, the Silver Ravens naturally built a luxurious and private training ground, perfectly matching Mingxi's stereotype of wealthy people.

Lin Qianshang sent out an Ilibuwa, a dual-type dragon and fairy pet, a king-level beast.

Its appearance is somewhat similar to that of the small silver flower.

They all have human upper bodies and dragon lower bodies.

However, Ilyubwa's lower body was not as delicate and beautiful as Little Silver Flower's; it appeared more ferocious and menacing.

This Iribuwa is male, with a sturdy chest, wild golden hair covered in purple-toned scales, and its four paws treading on cloud-like energy clusters.

A spiral crystal horn grows from its forehead.

His eyes were a deep purple-gold, carrying the composure of a wise man.

Ilibuwa tilted his head slightly, his gaze falling on Mingxi, and let out a soft, ambiguous murmur.

The voice was ethereal and distant, as if it came from the abyss.

"This is one of my pet beasts, Eevee," Lin Qianshang smiled. "King-level strength, are you alright?"

"No, but I need to equip myself with a bow."

Lin Qianshang was clearly prepared, as he stretched out his hand and a longbow appeared in his palm.

"What do you think of this one?"

Mingxi took it. It was a very simple bow, with no other effects besides its sturdiness.

E-rank item.

It's only slightly better than a regular bow and arrow.

It seems Lin Qianshang is determined to find out the extent of her strength, so he won't let her rely on any external forces.

It doesn't matter.

"Let's go with this one."

Mingxi walked into the training ground with a bow and arrow in hand.

"The rules are simple."

Lin Qianshang then retreated to the command platform, saying, "Use any means necessary, until one side admits defeat or loses the ability to fight."

"Let's begin."

The moment the words left her lips, Ilibwa moved.

Without warning, ripples appeared in the air around it, and the next moment, three beams of moonlight shot out in a triangular pattern, blocking all of Mingxi's evasive angles!

Fast! Accurate! Ruthless!

Mingxi's eyes narrowed, and instead of retreating, she advanced, taking half a step forward while simultaneously drawing her bow—not to shoot an arrow, but to draw a semicircle with the bow.

The materialized spiritual energy condensed into an arc-shaped light shield along the trajectory of the bow!

Bang! Bang! Bang!

Three beams of light slammed into the light shield, exploding into a sky full of starlight!

The shield developed cracks, but it successfully blocked the attack.

"It actually works that defensive skills can be used."

Lin Qianshang on the command platform squinted. He had a special item that could detect whether the other party was using an item ability.

So seeing such a scene with my own eyes still made me a little scared.

A sharp glint flashed in his eyes, "Just bloodline, yet it actually awakened extraordinary abilities in humans, if..."

At this moment, Ilbowa tilted his head back and chanted, the crystal horn on his forehead shining brightly.

Dozens of pinkish-purple energy balls suddenly appeared in the sky above the training field.

High-level Fairy-type skill, Shining Star Cluster!

The energy spheres fell like meteorites, covering the entire arena!

Wide-area bombardment, nowhere to hide!

Mingxi took a deep breath and planted the longbow into the ground.

Put your hands together in prayer position, then suddenly open them wide!

Hao Hai's mental energy was simulated as steel-attribute energy, which burst out from her body and transformed into countless fine light threads that intertwined upwards to form a huge Vajra net!

The star cluster fell, crashed into the net, and was weakened, deflected, and detonated layer by layer!

Rumble, rumble, rumble—!!!

Amidst the series of explosions, Mingxi's figure burst out of the smoke and dust, her longbow already fully drawn!

Three golden arrows, shimmering on the bowstring, simultaneously materialized!

Three stars in a row.

Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!

The three arrows were not in a straight line, but rather drew three tricky arcs, aiming at Iribuwa's eyes, the base of his crystal horn, and his forepaws respectively!

Precise!

Ruthless!

A hint of surprise flashed in Ilibuwa's eyes, but he did not panic.

It lightly treads with its forelegs, and a semi-transparent barrier appears around its body.

The three arrows struck the barrier, exploding in blinding light. The barrier trembled violently, but was not broken.

"It is also very aggressive."

Lin Qianshang pushed up his glasses. "Then, let's try this trick."

He ordered: "Keep your mind focused!"

Ilibuwa immediately opened his mouth, and a silent wave spread out.

It wasn't just a sound, it was a mental shock!

The air twisted into visible ripples, and the ground shattered wherever it passed!

Mingxi's pupils contracted slightly.

This attack has a wide range and cannot be completely dodged.

She knelt on one knee, held the longbow horizontally in front of her, and poured all her spiritual power into it!

The bow radiates a dark golden light, transforming into a barrier of the heart.

This is one of the "defense skills" she designed for herself after disguising herself as a "mixed-race" and discussing with Guangguang, Jinyuanbao, and the other nine. It is extremely similar to Geng Jintianyou's innate defensive skill, Jinxiu Lanhua.

After training, they have been able to achieve both physical and spiritual resemblance.

However, its effect is slightly inferior to the real Jinxiu Lanhua.

Of course, this was also because Mingxi deliberately held back. Otherwise, with her strength that could even beat up a Venerable-level pet, a King-level one would be a piece of cake!

"boom--!!!"

The powerful mental force crashed into the defensive barrier!