Chapter 421: Yu Luo Was Mistaken
As Chi Jinchen finished speaking, his subordinates were just as astonished as he was. Their mouths hung open in disbelief, all looking utterly dumbfounded!
“Beast Taming?! It’s really Beast Taming! Who could be powerful enough to control so many wild beasts at once?! For the past few hundred years, due to the lack of Beast Tamers, these beasts in the Wasteland have multiplied uncontrollably. Every year, just dealing with them costs the border armies of several nations countless soldiers. But now… after centuries, a Beast Tamer has actually appeared?!”
Xuan Qi muttered to himself, overwhelmed by the shock, as if saying it out loud would help him process the unbelievable scene before him.
“Exactly! The various nations have maintained a policy of non-intervention regarding the Wasteland all these years solely because of these beasts. But if word spreads that a powerful Beast Tamer has emerged, won’t the nations scramble to claim the Wasteland for themselves?!”
As soon as he voiced this thought, the subordinate instinctively glanced at Chi Jinchen. As expected, his master’s expression had shifted from initial shock to deep contemplation.
If the nations learned about this Beast Tamer, they would undoubtedly seize the Wasteland.
Though the land in the Wasteland was not fertile, and the climate was harsh, after that unexpected rainfall, Luo City had already managed to cultivate a variety of crops. But more importantly, the Wasteland was rich in untapped mineral resources—so much so that the mere thought of it made people greedy.
Even if the land wasn’t ideal for farming, the sheer volume of valuable minerals would be enough to spark bloody wars among the nations!
But now, his master had just begun expanding his private army in Luo City. There was still much to do.
Realizing this, not only did Chi Jinchen’s expression darken, but his subordinates also felt a surge of complicated emotions.
Meanwhile, Yu Luo remained encircled by her guards. But with all the beasts now in a submissive posture, the soldiers of Luo City had ceased their attacks.
Her closest subordinates, being the first to notice the drastic change in the battlefield, quickly shifted their attention from the beasts to Yu Luo herself.
“Miss…”
Luo Yi cautiously called out to her, attempting to wake her from her trance. At this moment, Yu Luo had closed her eyes slightly, yet her lips moved softly, forming incomprehensible syllables.
The strange sound was faint, but it carried an inexplicable force, resonating directly within the beasts present.
Even so, those with deep internal energy—such as Luo Yi and his comrades, as well as Yu Zhengqing—could not understand what she was chanting.
Standing nearby, Yu Zhengqing felt a strange pressure in his mind, making his forehead throb with discomfort.
Was Yu Luo possessed?!
“Master, those men seem to be Yu Luo’s personal guards. If that’s the case, she’s probably inside that group!”
From their vantage point, Luo Yi and the others were quickly identified by Xuan Qi. He urgently pointed in their direction, prompting Chi Jinchen to spring into action. Without hesitation, he leaped forward, his feet barely touching the ground as he rushed toward Yu Luo.
The closer he got, the clearer her voice became in his mind.
Then, just as he was about to reach her, he saw the most astonishing sight—Yu Luo, dressed in red, slowly rising above the crowd.
“It’s her… How is this possible?”
“Who?!”
Xuan Qi landed beside Chi Jinchen, puzzled, but his attention was quickly drawn to the striking figure in red.
As his gaze landed on Yu Luo’s familiar profile, Xuan Qi’s eyes widened in shock.
“Master, you—you’re saying that the Beast Tamer is Yu Luo?!”
“I just found out myself.”
Chi Jinchen’s lips curled into an admiring smile. He had truly never expected that this seemingly ordinary girl would be capable of hiding such a shocking talent.
It was an absolute surprise!
Just moments ago, he had been worrying about the future. But in the very next instant, Yu Luo had given him an incredible revelation.
Never in his wildest dreams did he think that the long-lost art of Beast Taming would be connected to this little girl. But the evidence was right in front of him. Even someone as composed as Chi Jinchen couldn’t contain his astonishment!
Just as he was still reeling from the revelation, several more figures rushed toward them, moving against the wind.
But before the figures even arrived, a loud voice rang out.
“Xiao Luo, don’t be afraid! I’m here!”
As the new arrival landed, Chi Jinchen’s elegant expression grew imperceptibly cold.
As expected, no matter the occasion, this man always found a way to interfere.
Meanwhile, as everyone struggled to comprehend Yu Luo’s actions, she suddenly waved her arm once more. Her chanting accelerated, and the beasts, which had been lying on the ground, began to stir. The winged creatures unfolded their wings and took to the skies.
Everyone tensed, bracing for another battle.
But then, to their utter astonishment, the creatures began to circle above Yu Luo’s head before abruptly flying away—toward Feng City!
On the ground, the remaining beasts turned and stampeded back the way they had come.
Watching this unbelievable scene unfold, the realization finally sank in—Yu Luo hadn’t just controlled the beasts. She had made them retreat!
Arriving just in time to witness this, Ye Lü stood frozen in shock, as if he had just missed something monumental.
Slowly descending from the air, Yu Luo let out a soft breath before opening her eyes.
As soon as she did, she noticed that everyone around her was staring at her in complete disbelief. Momentarily confused, she instinctively searched the crowd for her father.
“Luo Yi, where is my father?!”
Recalling how she had emptied her mind and focused solely on the mysterious chants echoing in her head, Yu Luo suddenly felt a pang of worry for Yu Haojie.
Before activating Beast Taming, her father had been right by her side.
But now…
At her words, Luo Yi suddenly remembered what had happened.
“Xiao Luo, don’t worry! I had your cousin take your father away—this place was far too dangerous earlier.”
Yu Zhengqing’s voice rang out, drawing Yu Luo’s attention.
This man, once stationed in the imperial capital, had somehow returned to the Wasteland.
Ha!
Had he failed in currying favor with the Crown Prince? Was he still unable to clear the Yu family’s name, forcing him to return to the Wasteland?
But when her eyes drifted toward the men guarding Yu Zhengqing, Yu Luo realized she had been mistaken.
“What are you doing here?”
Her voice was cold and indifferent as she locked eyes with Yu Zhengqing.
She hadn’t forgotten.
If not for him, her mother wouldn’t have been taken to the palace in the first place.
Yu Zhengqing was caught off guard by her reaction.
But though her tone was distant, he was still secretly pleased—at least she was acknowledging him, even if just to confront him.
(End of Chapter 421)
