Upon reviewing the security team's report, Bai Jingchong was astonished to learn that Bai Zian had successfully vanquished a primary bronze-level mutant candle flame spider leader.
"Xiao An, summon your white-scaled fish and let Grandpa take a look," urged Bai Jingchong, his eyes filled with curiosity and amazement.
Bai Zian complied, and as the white-scaled fish emerged, Bai Jingchong couldn't help but stare. To his amazement, the spirit beast had reached the ninth-order realm, surpassing many black iron-level counterparts.
"You've truly found a treasure, Xiao An," Bai Jingchong exclaimed, "Your choice was wise."
Bai Zian, unaware of his grandfather's internal struggle over the white-scaled fish's evolution, continued sharing his experiences. He then surprised Bai Jingchong by presenting two spirit beast eggs, descendants of the mutant candle flame spider leader.
"These two spirit beast eggs can play a greater role within the Bai family," Bai Zian explained. "And we have the resources to nurture them."
Shifting the conversation, Bai Jingchong inquired about Qiaogubai, the high school student Bai Zian had recruited from Miningyan City. Intrigued by the sudden recruitment, Bai Jingchong sought an explanation.
"Grandpa, there is a special reason why I recruited Qiao Gubai," began Bai Zian, preparing to unveil Qiaogubai's secret. "Her talent is amazing."
"Special reason?" Bai Jingchong's interest was piqued.
"If I'm not mistaken, her talent should be the S-rank mystery talent [Luck Luck]," Bai Zian revealed.
Bai Jingchong's face became serious, "Xiao An, can you be sure that this matter is really an S-level talent? And it's a luck talent related to the mystery?"
"It's 90% possible. When Qiaogubai and I met on the centipede train, I had a hunch," Bai Zian explained. "After that, I asked Sister Bai Shao to investigate Qiao Gubai's information. After reading her profile, I can basically be sure..."
Bai Jingchong's face reflected the gravity of the situation. "Xiao An, this is significant. Tell me more."
Bai Zian then shared the story of how he discovered Qiaogubai's exceptional talent, emphasizing the mysterious S-level talent [Super Intuition] he possessed.
"Grandpa, there is more to Qiaogubai than meets the eye," Bai Zian concluded, leaving Bai Jingchong deep in thought.
"I didn't expect that there are such talents in Bailin City."
"Fortunately, your talent is special; otherwise, we would miss such talent," Bai Jingchong sighed, reflecting on the unexpected discovery of Qiaogubai's unique talent.
He hadn't anticipated the underlying reasons for Qiaogubai's recruitment. The ethereal nature of luck as a talent meant that, without Bai Zian's intervention, her extraordinary abilities might have gone unnoticed.
"Now that we know, let's make sure she gets the resources she needs to flourish. She might become a powerful beastmaster and a future asset to the Bai family," Bai Jingchong concluded, acknowledging the potential of Qiaogubai's rare talent.
Concerned about potential leaks of Qiaogubai's unique talent, Bai Jingchong asked, "By the way, Xiao An, you shouldn't have told others about Qiao Gubai's talent, right?"
"No, I won't leak it either," Bai Zian assured. He understood the importance of keeping such information confidential and had shared it with only a select few.
With Qiaogubai's matters temporarily settled, the conversation shifted to the evolution of the white-scaled fish. Bai Jingchong had collected the necessary materials and advised Bai Zian not to rush the process.
"The evolution materials you mentioned earlier, I have already collected them for you, and they are all in the treasure house at home," Bai Jingchong informed. "If you want to let the white-scaled fish evolve, don't be too hasty."
"Okay, grandpa," Bai Zian acknowledged, surprised by Bai Jingchong's straightforward approach.
After bidding farewell to his grandfather, Bai Zian headed home. Now, it was time to prepare for the white-scaled fish's evolution.
Upon reaching the lake behind the villa, Bai Zian summoned the white-scaled fish. He instructed it to rest for a few days by returning to its mother before the impending evolution.
Next, Bai Zian visited the underground treasure house to inspect the collected materials. His joy was evident as he realized that the Bai family had efficiently gathered everything he needed.
"Great, in this way, as long as the refining of the evolutionary materials is completed, the evolution of the white-scaled fish can begin," Bai Zian muttered, appreciating the Bai family's support.
With all materials in place, Bai Zian began the process of refining evolutionary materials and creating a special auxiliary liquid. He emphasized the need for privacy, and Bai Zhi and Bai Shao were tasked with maintaining a secure perimeter.
"Next, as long as you wait for a day, the spiritual liquid is completely formed, and the white-scaled fish can evolve," Bai Zian concluded, anticipating the upcoming evolution.
Having some time on his hands, Bai Zian contemplated his gains from the Candlelight City journey. The white-scaled fish's breakthrough to the ninth order of inflow, materials from the mutant candle flame spider leader, and the incomplete king-level spirit beast crystal nucleus were notable achievements.
The most intriguing item was the Awakening Origin Stone obtained from the black market. Bai Zian pondered how to use it to awaken another talent in the white-scaled fish.
"What should I do with this Awakening Origin Stone, so that the White Scaled Fish can awaken another talent?" Bai Zian mused, lost in thought.