Chapter 573 Xia Xiu's Amazing Beast Taming Experience Journey II

After carefully observing and evaluating these beasts, Xia Xiu began to choose according to his preferred strength and the practicality of the beasts.

He selected these beasts as a strength party. The staff had explained in detail before that all of these beasts were bronze qualifications, and this rating was made by the Mayflower Foundation based on a series of standards.

These standards include the intelligence level of the beasts, the potential for bone development, and the difficulty and practicality of the skills used.

The Mayflower Foundation's evaluation is very strict to ensure that the classification of each beast is fair and reasonable.

Among the five beasts in front of him, Xia Xiu quickly ruled out the fourth and fifth. Their characteristics of relying on specific environments to achieve maximum efficiency made him feel that it was difficult to fully utilize them in a changing exploration environment.

Now, he directly narrowed the selection range to the top three beasts.

Thinking of this, he let go of some of his spirituality and chatted with the hope sitting on his shoulder.

The hope on her shoulder floated up, and her hand once again emerged from the seven seals - "Desire".

Among the seven Crimson Alices, the [Mr. White Rabbit Module] of Desire is undoubtedly the best beast control magic. As the integration of the seven seals, Hope naturally inherited this talent.

"Hope, which one of these three do you think I should choose?" Xia Xiu asked, his eyes wandering between the Wind Shadow Cat, the Electric Mouse and the Mud Pig, trying to find inspiration from Hope's answer.

Hope, the elf who inherited the "Desire" among the seven seals of Crimson Alice, slowly emerged the mark of the Mr. White Rabbit Module in her hand-this is a symbol of her ability, representing her extraordinary talent in the beast control magic.

As Hope's light figure floated silently in front of the three beasts, these young creatures seemed to feel an unusual aura and began to become restless. Their small movements gradually increased, and the tiny hooves and claws gently hit the transparent capsule wall, making a clear bumping sound.

This sudden movement surprised the staff on the side. He hurriedly operated the console next to him and started the stabilization device, trying to calm these little guys down.

But Hope obviously had different plans.

As the mark was revealed, her expression also changed slightly; the innocent face was gradually replaced by a stern coldness, and her purple eyes were deep and mysterious, as if she could see into the depths of these life forms.

She gently raised her hand and hovered over the three beasts. This simple action seemed to have some special meaning in the world of beasts. The wind shadow cat, the electric mouse and the mud pig almost stopped their meaningless resistance at the same time. Their small bodies no longer bumped against the capsule, but slowly and respectfully crawled down, neatly arranged at the bottom of the capsule. Their behavior was like a knight showing loyalty to the queen in the court.

This strange scene stunned the staff. He had never seen the beasts show such a significant reaction in the face of such subtle power.

On the other side, a thoughtful expression appeared on Hope's pretty face, and then she replied:

"If you consider spirituality and future potential, I suggest choosing the Wind Shadow Cat. It is not only agile, but also has strong adaptability to the environment. Even if the conditions for launching it are somewhat skillful, it has great potential and is very suitable for your fighting style. At the same time, the growth and flexibility of the Wind Shadow Cat will also be a great help in your adventure."

"Then choose it."

The blond young man nodded gently, his eyes focused on the agile and alert young Wind Shadow Cat.

He stretched out his finger and pointed clearly at the little beast, and made it clear to the staff,

"Choose it."

The staff immediately responded, "Understood."

He quickly operated the console and gently transferred the Wind Shadow Cat into a special safety capsule.

Then the staff introduced the necessary security and authentication steps to Xia Xiu.

"Please press your fingerprint here, and then you will need to complete some biometric authentication and set a security password."

He explained the operation process in detail to ensure that Xia Xiu understood the importance of each link.

Xia Xiu followed the instructions, his finger lightly pressed on the sensitive sensor, and entered the password he chose at the same time.

These steps not only enhance security, but also ensure a private connection with the beast, so that others cannot manipulate or access his beast at will.

After completing all the necessary certifications, the staff handed Xia Xiu a breeding manual and the details of the beast's life.

"These are instructions on how to take good care of your Wind Shadow Cat, as well as suggestions for its diet, training and daily care."

Holding the capsule and related documents, Xia Xiu lightly tossed the capsule containing the Wind Shadow Cat in his palm, then turned to the front desk staff and asked with a smile:

"I also need some empty capsules, do you sell them here?"

After hearing this request, the staff's service attitude was obviously improved, and his face was full of enthusiastic smiles. He quickly took out a detailed product catalog from behind the counter and began to introduce the capsule packages available to Xia Xiu:

"We have empty capsule packages provided by the Mayflower Foundation, as well as preferential packages from local consortiums. Each package includes a different number of empty capsules, as well as some additional accessories and services."

Xia Xiu carefully browsed the catalog, his eyes switching between the various options, and finally fixed on a special package - the 648 package.

Spending money makes people powerful, so he chose to just spend money on a few more sets.

"I want four sets of 648 packages."

The staff worked quickly, skillfully packed the required empty capsules and other accessories neatly, and then handed them to Xia Xiu.

After completing the purchase, Xia Xiu walked out of the Adventurer Service Center with several packages filled with empty capsules, and left the Adventurer Service Center in Island City amid the smiles and warm farewells of the staff.

05:30pm

Island City.

Just steps away from Mille Lacs lies Lakeside Watch House, a popular hotel.

It’s a hub for tourists and adventurers, especially out-of-towners keen to explore the rich natural landscape of the State of 1,000 Lakes.

Thanks to its privileged location, the hotel's windows and balconies offer direct views of the vast waters of Lake Mille Lacs and the chiseled forest beyond.

At this moment, as the sun sets, the entire island city is quickly engulfed by night. Short days and long nights are the norm here, especially in winter, when nights come earlier, bringing longer periods of coldness and darkness.

In the luxurious hotel room, warm yellow light shines on the soft and silky white bed.

"Meow~"

On the bed, a young cat was rolling lively on the soft quilt, making a series of crisp meows from time to time.

The kitten is covered with fine hair, and its agile limbs move quickly on the bed, occasionally stopping and waving its paws curiously, as if catching the dust in the air.

Opposite, an elf the size of a keychain was suspended in the air, flying lightly above the kitten.

Her long purple hair fluttered gently with her movements, and there was a hint of mischief in her purple eyes. She seemed to be controlling a small stuffed animal with her magic or some kind of invisible thread, causing the kitten to chase and jump on the bed, and the two created a cheerful atmosphere in the room.

On the other side of the room, a blond young man was sitting quietly on a white leather sofa. His attire was simple and neat, and a white shirt made his skin even fairer.

He held a cup of hot coffee lightly in his right hand, and from time to time he put the edge of the cup to his lips, tasting the heat and richness inside.

The steaming hot air and cold air meet at the mouth of the cup, as if telling the cold outside and the warmth inside.

In his left hand, he gently held a local newspaper. The newspaper marked various competitions and fishing activities to be held in the island city. The map on the newspaper was carefully marked with an "X" symbol with a red water-based pen. Each "X" represents a noteworthy competition location or important information point. Obviously he has carefully planned his next trip, and prepared detailed inspections and participations at each marked location.

swish swish——

Outside the window, the night in the island city is getting darker, but the lights in the room are soft and warm, in stark contrast to the cold colors outside. Except for the occasional meow of a kitten and the playful laughter of an elf, most of the time the room was filled with the rustle of young people reading.

In the warm hotel room, Hope floated lightly, her small hands gently caressing the soft belly of the Kazekage cat.

The young cat seemed to enjoy the attention, turning over leisurely with all four hooves in the air, completely relaxing its vigilance and letting Hope's little hands slide gently over its delicate fur.

The room was filled with an atmosphere of tranquility and harmony, with only the occasional slight sound breaking the silence.

Hope raised her head and looked at Xia Xiu, who was concentrating on the side with her clear purple pupils. He was immersed in the newspaper in his hand, seemingly looking for some important clues or information. He interrupted his reading softly, and Hope's voice was filled with some doubts and curiosity:

"Abraham, can we really investigate clues to the Wendigo and the human body trade through the beast-control competition?"

Xia Xiu slowly put down the newspaper, his golden eyes shining deeply under the light, "Any two similar things will most likely form a collusion situation. The foundation of the beast control system is still based on blood rewards. "

"Blood reward?" Hope murmured doubtfully.

Xia Xiu responded to Hope's doubts and explained: "Blood rewards refer to the benefits obtained when plundering resources through the use of violent means. This behavior does not create any new wealth in essence, but only transfers it from one group to another. A group.”

He paused, making sure he was following his train of thought, and continued: "When the benefits outweigh the costs, violent looting will occur."

Xia Xiu went on to elaborate on the costs involved: "The first is the conscience cost - the consumption of compassion and sense of justice; the second is the opportunity cost, which involves people weighing the pros and cons among various possible choices, such as using time and energy engaging in other, more productive activities; then there are the actual expenditures of human and material resources; and finally there are the risks associated with violent confrontations, whether repression, resistance or competition between predators, which can bring casualties.”

"Each of these cost and benefit trade-offs can tell a historical story. Violent plunder does not create wealth, but only transfers wealth from one party to another. This leads to the complex and complex relationship between violent plunderers and wealth creators. Long interactive story.”

"In the opportunity cost, after weighing, there are options such as working hard, selling oneself, and selling things alongside working one's life. People will compare the contributions and benefits of blood, sweat, body, and wealth."

Xia Xiu's words seemed calm and profound. His expression was extremely serious as he analyzed the complex interests behind the beast control system. He stared at the night outside the window, as if he was pursuing the secrets hidden in the dark. He continued:

"On the surface, the Beast Taming System looks like a pure competition and entertainment, but in fact, it is a huge economic chain, and the funds and resources involved are far beyond our conventional imagination."

"Behind the Beast Taming System, there are not only funds and resources circulating, but also a huge information network. The Atlas of the Federation are always profit-seeking, and once there is a proper profit, they will become bold. When the profit reaches 10%, they will be ready to move; when the profit reaches 50%, they will take risks; when the profit reaches 100%, they dare to trample on all laws of the world; when the profit reaches 300%, they even dare to risk destroying all mankind."

"The profit-driven Atlas of the Federation, they will do almost anything to pursue profits. As long as there is enough profit, there is nothing they dare not do. Their actions are completely slaves to interests."

Xia Xiu's tone gradually became heavier, "You see, when these interests reach a certain critical point, they will not only ignore morality and law, but even take risks, including smuggling and illegal trafficking of beasts."

He waved his hand gently, as if Buddha wanted to dispel the fog in front of him:

"Considering the rewards and sponsorships for local competitions, where do most of them come from? The official government funding is just the tip of the iceberg. In fact, the undercurrents of the beastman industry - gambling, smuggling, and even the sale of beastman flesh and blood - are all providing financial support for the superficial prosperity of this industry. These are all secret deals made by those profit-seeking people to get more money."

The fourth sword-bearer of the Kingdom of Heaven looked at the wind shadow cat being stroked by Hope, and said with a slightly compassionate tone:

"This is the world we live in, Hope. In this world, interests often prevail over morality, and money can often cover up the truth."

"John K. Hanks is really a smart guy."

"This heavyweight in the Federation is both a game maker and a participant in the game. He is at ease in this huge network of interests and accurately manipulates the economy and politics in the Federation. He knows that only by maintaining sufficient control and checks and balances can the gray industry maximize the profits brought to the Federation while avoiding uncontrollable social consequences."

Xia Xiu's tone revealed a hint of calm analysis, but also irony.

He tapped the edge of the sofa gently, and the rhythmic sound seemed to emphasize every point in his words.

"John K. Hanks' position puts him at a complex intersection. As president, he controls the economy; as prime minister of the Economic Adjustment Committee, he influences policy making. His tacit acceptance of gray industries is not only because these industries can bring huge economic benefits to the federation, but also because these industries can gain more power and control for him politically."

Xia Xiu's eyes became sharp, as if he could see through people's hearts.

"Of course, his political acumen is not limited to this. He knows clearly that when the interests reach a certain height, darker industries will surface. These industries are more secretive and profitable than conventional gray industries, but they are also more dangerous. He provided me with the resources and intelligence of the FBI in order to cut off the extreme black industry chain that may threaten his political career."

The fourth sword-bearer of the Kingdom of Heaven paused and smiled slightly, but there was a chill in that smile.

"The cleverness of this bank president is that he can always maximize every opportunity while maintaining his own safety. By cutting off certain overly dangerous industries, he maintains his political image while ensuring that his power is not threatened. This is his way of walking - always finding the perfect balance between danger and opportunity."

"So, I call him a human genius. His abilities and plans are far beyond ordinary people, and this ability allows him to move freely in this world full of interests and power. But this is also the reason why I cooperate with him - only by using his resources and information can we make the most favorable choice for both parties at the moment."