Jin Xuan stood firm as the Flamefeather Sky Roc descended, its golden eyes burning with ancient power.
Waves of heat rolled off its massive body, setting the air ablaze. Its crimson wings stretched wide, each feather glowing like molten fire.
This was no ordinary beast.
It was a true descendant of the Vermilion Bird, a creature feared even by powerful sects.
But Jin Xuan didn't flinch.
Instead, he smirked.
"This will be interesting."
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The Battle Begins
With a deafening screech, the Flamefeather Sky Roc attacked.
Whoosh!
Its wings flapped, sending a storm of fire toward Jin Xuan.
The ground cracked. The air distorted. Everything in its path turned to ashes.
But Jin Xuan vanished.
In a blur, he reappeared behind the roc, his Shadowclaw Phantom Wolf lunging forward.
Slash!
Dark claws cut through the air, aiming for the roc's back.
But—
Boom!
A fiery barrier exploded outward, sending the wolf flying. The roc's defense was incredible!
Jin Xuan narrowed his eyes.
"Not bad… but let's see how you handle this."
He raised his hand, and the Crimson-Horned Serpent struck.
The serpent's body coiled like a whip, its fangs glowing with venom as it lunged at the roc's exposed side.
Snap!
The roc shrieked as the venomous fangs sank into its wing.
Jin Xuan saw his chance.
In an instant, he activated the Primordial Beast Codex.
His eyes glowed with ancient symbols as his voice echoed with power.
"Submit!"
A wave of taming energy surged from his body, locking onto the roc's soul.
The beast thrashed wildly, its golden eyes burning with resistance.
But Jin Xuan didn't falter.
He pushed harder, his will clashing against the roc's instincts.
"You are powerful," he said calmly, stepping closer. "But alone, you will fall. Submit to me, and together, we will rise above this world."
The roc trembled.
For the first time, hesitation flickered in its gaze.
Then—
It lowered its head.
Jin Xuan grinned.
The Flamefeather Sky Roc had submitted.
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A New Partner
As the flames around them faded, Jin Xuan placed his hand on the roc's forehead.
A golden contract rune formed between them, binding their souls together.
The moment the bond was complete, a surge of power rushed through Jin Xuan's veins.
His beast-taming aura grew stronger.
His Codex whispered new secrets.
With the Flamefeather Sky Roc at his side, he was no longer just strong.
He was unstoppable.
Jin Xuan looked toward the horizon.
His next move was clear.
It was time to hunt down those who had betrayed him.