The Master of Beasts

Chapter 1022 - 366

The Yue Family’s mentality in inviting me, Chen Jiuge, remains unclear to me.

However, it is indeed a fact that the Yue Family has declined; they are certainly no match for the Yun Family now.

Although the Yue Family is a giant to me, since they’ve sent an invitation, I assume there shouldn’t be any danger.

After all, if they wanted to eliminate me, they would do so secretly. Otherwise, they’d be openly challenging the Yun Family, which the current Yue Family cannot afford to do.

On the following evening, Chen Jiuge donned attire that was fairly luxurious, boarded a carriage, and headed to the venue of the banquet—Swan Lake!

Speaking of Swan Lake, there’s an interesting little story that must be mentioned.

Initially, Swan Lake was just an ordinary lake with a pleasant environment, favored by some Outer Circle residents. But one day, an injured black swan landed at Swan Lake.

No one knew what kind of fierce beast this black swan was. All that was known was that since the black swan appeared in the lake, the concentration of Spiritual Energy there soared, and the Yellow Springs Qi was suppressed to the extreme. Various species of swans also began to appear in the lake.

These swans, whether in appearance or in culinary taste, were exceptional.

Subsequently, a mysterious Inner Circle power purchased the place and established the first Swan Tower over the lake.

Despite the name Swan Tower, others preferred to call it Swan Lake.

"Quite an interesting little story!"

Chen Jiuge’s eyes flickered with curiosity.

Dusk Main City is one of the ten major cities of the Dusk Realm, with its City Defense Array being the most advanced in the whole realm. Yet an injured black swan managed to appear at an Outer Circle lake without warning—such a thing is truly remarkable!

"So what kind of existence is that black swan?"

While pondering, they arrived at Swan Lake.

Mild mist rose from the lake, giving off an Immortal Realm-like feeling.

The occasional swan calls were melodious and enchanting, making one inevitably get lost in them.

"Good evening, esteemed sir!" A pretty maid greeted with a somewhat mechanical yet sweet smile.

Upon presenting the invitation, her smile became more genuine!

"So, you are a distinguished guest invited by Lord Yue. Please follow me!"

Following behind the maid and observing her graceful figure, Chen Jiuge felt intrigued, "Lord Yue?"

"Could it be that the Yue Family owns Swan Lake?"

Chen Jiuge was a bit perplexed. An unremarkable fierce beast like the swan, capable of evading the City Defense Array and reaching an Outer Circle lake, was clearly extraordinary, far beyond ordinary imagination.

The Swan Lake where it landed must also be unique. How could the Yue Family, an ancient family in decline, handle it alone?

Or perhaps those large families in the Inner Circle have already uncovered the true background of the black swan and found it lacking in special value, thus allowing the Yue Family to take possession?

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"Sir, we’ve arrived!"

The maid bent slightly, revealing a glimpse of snow-white, indicating they had reached their destination.

"Thank you!"

Pushing open the door, Chen Jiuge expected a lively banquet, but there was only a single person inside!

With half-black, half-white hair, the elegant Yue Zexuan stood up and greeted, "Master Chen, I’ve long heard of you. Truly exceptional to meet you for the first time!"

Chen Jiuge was a bit speechless, thinking, am I really that exceptional?

With delicate features and clad in a white robe, he should be just an ordinary young man to someone like Yue Zexuan from a major family, right?

"You’re too kind!"

"Master Chen, I am Yue Zexuan. The reason I invited you here today is to discuss some minor issues," Yue Zexuan said with a smiling face.

"Minor issues?"

Chen Jiuge pulled out a chair and sat down, saying, "If the Yue Family is looking for someone, it’s bound to be about the Hundred Beasts Pavilion, isn’t it?"

"Master Chen is indeed astute!"

Yue Zexuan, putting away his smile, said, "Master Chen, what do you think of Swan Lake?"

Uncertain of Yue Zexuan’s implication, Chen Jiuge said truthfully, "From a scenic perspective, it’s a place worth visiting; commercially, it’s a treasure trove!"

"A very fair assessment!"

Yue Zexuan’s expression turned serious, "Master Chen, you have great abilities. Even in the beast industry where the Chen Family has thrived for years, few can compare to you as a Beast Master!"

"I believe you’ve been in Dusk Main City long enough to understand that the Yun Family isn’t an ideal place for you."

Chen Jiuge slightly furrowed his brows, "Are you suggesting the Yue Family is?"

"At least it’s more suitable than the Yun Family, isn’t it?"

"But from what I know, the Chen Family has more expertise in the fierce beast domain than the Yue Family, and the Yue Family’s power doesn’t compare to either the Yun Family or the Chen Family," Chen Jiuge retorted calmly.

"But isn’t it all the same for you, Master Chen?"

"Neither my Yue Family, the Yun Family, nor the Chen Family are within your imagination!"

"Your capabilities are indeed impressive, potentially bringing tremendous profits to a family. But how does it compare to the longstanding major industries of various families?"

"Previously, with Yun Yan’s protection, you could peacefully be a Beast Master. But now Yun Yan is gone. According to my understanding, she’s trapped in a small world. I’m unsure of the specifics, but Yun Yan was in the third group to enter— the first two groups were completely wiped out, their Life Souls extinguished, leaving no information behind!"