INTRODUCTION

The Beginning of a New Life

This book is the beginning of a new chapter in Xiǎo Hǎiyáng's life—a journey that transforms him from a forgotten orphan to a young man standing on the edge of greatness.

Once, he was nothing more than an XF-level Tamer, powerless and abandoned by the prestigious Xiǎo family. Cast aside, he wandered the streets of Snow Water City, a boy with no family, no beast, and no future.

But fate had other plans.

With BǎoBǎo, his loyal and enigmatic humanoid Doberman Beast, by his side, Hǎiyáng earned the title of Certified Beast Master, proving his worth in a world that values power and lineage above all else. Yet, his journey had only just begun.

He soon bonded with his first SSS-level beast, Mǔmǔ, a majestic and mysterious Lion's Mane Jellyfish Beast, whose immense power opened the path for Hǎiyáng to rise in rank and claim the title of First Rank Student in the city's Beast Examination.

But it was his encounter with Xiǎolóng, the young form of a legendary Calamity Dragon, that truly set him apart. Xiǎolóng, a being destined to become a five-headed elemental force of nature, recognized Hǎiyáng's potential and formed a bond that would change their lives forever.

Hǎiyáng now stands at a crossroads, caught between conflicting identities and destinies:

Is he merely a young student seeking higher education at the Eastern Beast Fighting School?Is he the rightful heir of the mysterious and powerful Hóng family—or the grandson of the Xiǎo clan that once rejected him?Is he truly a useless XF-level adventurer who depends solely on his two SSS-level beasts to survive?Or is he something far greater—a descendant of the ancient Thoth Lord, the creator and unifier of humans and beasts?

As Hǎiyáng navigates these questions, he must master the martial arts and secret techniques of both the Xiǎo and Hóng families. He must uncover the truth of his lineage, confront powerful enemies, and protect those he loves—including Xuě Fù Fèn, the fierce and elegant wielder of the Snow Manta Ray Beast, who walks the fine line between rival and ally, friend and fiancée.

His journey takes him into the heart of danger, where he faces deadly challenges, including the battle against the Queen of Ants and her relentless swarm—a fight that will test not only his strength but also his heart and spirit.

As the forces of destiny converge around him, Hǎiyáng must decide:

Will he continue to pursue the ambitions of a human, seeking recognition, power, and belonging?Or will he embrace his heritage as the descendant of the Thoth Lord, the ancient guardian of balance between humans and beasts?

One thing is certain:

Hǎiyáng's story is far from over.

The rise of Xiǎo Hǎiyáng has only just begun, and the world will never be the same again.