Therefore, this plan could only be rejected.
However, it also gave Lin Su new inspiration.
The reason the previous plan wouldn't work was because the presence or absence of an extra or one fewer Xue Henqing could easily be detected.
What if the number of Xue Henqings was so high that one more or one less wouldn't be noticed? Would this method be feasible then?
In the continent of Shenwu, Beast Tamers acquired their beasts in two ways.
The first was to buy a beast and form a contract, and the second was to capture one in the wild.
There were no specialized breeding grounds here, but there were designated zones suited for the living habitats of different exotic beasts where they could breed and thrive. These beasts were considered wild, and Beast Tamers needed to depend on their skills to subdue them.
Buying one meant that the number had to match exactly, which obviously wouldn't work.
But if one were to enter the wild where the Xue Henqings resided, having one extra wouldn't be noticed by anyone.
With his and Qiuqiu's abilities, entering the wild posed certain risks, but Lin Su didn't actually need to contract any beast. He just needed to have a trail showing he had been to the exotic beast zone and then came out having contracted a beast, and that would be enough.
Therefore, he didn't need to venture deep into the dangerous inner areas. He could simply choose a safer peripheral zone, quietly stay there for an hour or two, and then come right out.
Is there a problem?
No, there is no problem.
This made the plan much more feasible, and it would completely go unnoticed.
It was precisely because of this idea that Lin Su had asked Azi to find a map of the area for him.
As long as there was a zone near Yongnan City covered in ice and snow, suitable for ice exobeasts, Lin Su could proceed with his plan.
If not nearby, then he might have to think of another plan, as he couldn't just abandon the close zones to travel to a farther one.
Soon, Azi brought over a map, and Lin Su, after taking just one look, was immediately settled.
Not far north of Yongnan City was a mountain range called the Frost Fall Mountain Range, perpetually covered in snow—an ideal habitat for ice exobeasts.
Next time, he would bring Qiuqiu along, head to the Frost Fall Mountain Range, find a safe spot to stay for an hour or two, and then leave after forming a contract—the issue would be solved.
Once the plan was set, Lin Su's anxious heart steadied a bit. He then enquired Azi about some specifics related to the Frost Fall Mountain Range, ensuring his plan wouldn't be affected by unforeseen factors, and was completely reassured.
Using the pretext of retrieving memories, Lin Su took the initiative to chat with his parents. He subtly expressed a desire to try finding his starter beast by himself, laying groundwork for his next trip to the Frost Fall Mountain Range.
Both Lin Su's active closeness and his desire for independence greatly comforted his parents.
As a martial artist, Lin Su's father particularly approved of his son's self-reliant spirit while his mother, somewhat worried, suggested having a Lin Family member accompany him to look after him on the road.
Of course, Lin Su couldn't agree. He quickly reassured his mother with phrases like "It's not far, just nearby," "I will be careful," and "With my Body Refinement Realm cultivation, I can protect myself."
With everything prepared, Lin Su returned to his room and began to meditate to cultivate his Beast Taming Space.
The tier of the Beast Taming Space was very important as it determined the number of beasts Lin Su could contract and the upper limits of the beasts' growth stages. Because he had contracted Qiuqiu, Lin Su had spent two days lagging in his cultivation, which he now needed to make up.
As he began meditating to cultivate the Beast Taming Space, Lin Su also realized another advantage of traversing two worlds.
At night, while one body rested from exhaustion, Lin Su could enter the body of the freshly awakened self on the other side, fully energized. This cycle meant that what was one day for others was two days for Lin Su.
In other words, he could spend twice as much time meditating and cultivating the Beast Taming Space as others.
This unique ability seemed to offer him even more than he initially thought.
The day went by quietly in meditation.
Lin Su returned to Earth in his sleep once again.
…
"Meow! (｡✪ω✪｡)" (Good morning!)
The moment Lin Su opened his eyes, feeling his awakening, Qiuqiu swiftly hopped into his arms, examining him with a curious gaze.
This time was different from yesterday.
Qiuqiu now knew that its Beast Tamer would enter another world after falling asleep, so its eyes were full of curiosity.
"Meow?" (Beast Tamer, have you thought of a way yet?)
"I've thought of a way," Lin Su smiled, "when the time comes, we'll do this… then that…"
This plan required Qiuqiu's cooperation, so it was crucial to discuss and agree on it in advance.
"Meow!" (Understood!)
Once Lin Su finished explaining, enthusiasm sparkled in Qiuqiu's big eyes as it nodded vigorously.
Seeing Qiuqiu understood him, Lin Su sighed in relief, "Today we need to continue training. We didn't use up one first-tier Energy Cube yesterday, so after today's training, you can consume it and your normal energy level will reach more than 190 Bo Wa."
"Meow! (￣ω￣)ฅ" (Okay!)
Despite yesterday's training being strenuous, Qiuqiu's control over Frost Storm had noticeably improved, and it had even learned a new skill. The consumption of an Energy Cube significantly increased its normal energy level, all to great benefit.