Beast Taming: Starting From Zero

"Impressive, absolutely impressive!"

"That move just now, why does it feel like I'm watching an intense anime battle?"

"Same here, buddy!"

"Aren't endangered spirit beasts supposed to be fragile? But look at it, fighting so hard, it’s so touching!"

"Ice Qiya! You have to win this!"

On the battlefield.

Lubao emerged from the water, a large bump on her head, and jumped onto a floating rock.

Qiao Sang exhaled softly as she watched Lubao's aloof figure. She had to admit, the unexpected twists in this battle were exhilarating…

"Healing…" Before Qiao Sang could finish the phrase Light, she noticed the water's shattered surface freezing over again, quickly surging toward Lubao.

"How is this Snowguard Bear recovering so fast? It took such a direct hit but is already launching another attack…"

"Speaking of which, I remember Liu Zeru's matches from last year’s national school league. He’s fighting much harder this year."

"He has no choice. This is his last national league." The speaker was another member of the Xiongding High School team.

"I don't think it's necessary." Someone nearby chimed in.

"This is just the group stage. With Liu Zeru's strength, he can easily advance without giving it his all. Why not save his energy for the elimination rounds?"

"You don’t get it." The first boy replied calmly.

"Sometimes, it’s not about winning. It’s about proving that all your hard work was real."

Ah, youth… The other person raised an eyebrow and stopped arguing, focusing on the match instead.

On the battlefield, Liu Zeru's face was intense. As the ice approached Ice Qiya, he shouted, "Frost Fang!"

Frost Fang, an intermediate ice-type skill, can deal damage with a chance to freeze or flinch the opponent.

Here it comes again… Using ice to block movement. At this point, you either dive into the water or jump upwards. If the jump isn’t high enough, the chill of the Icy Wind will slow Lubao down. Before she even lands, the Snowguard Bear, ready with Frost Fang, will break through the ice and pounce. Diving into the water would probably lead to an ambush there too…

As Qiao Sang quickly analyzed the situation, she shouted decisively, "Melting Water!"

Hearing her trainer's command, Lubao immediately dove into the water.

At the same time, the chill spread, freezing the spot where Lubao had been moments ago.

The audience's gaze turned to the virtual screen.

As Ice Qiya leaped into the water, the Snowguard Bear, already waiting below with Frost-encrusted fangs, lunged forward for a bite.

"Snowguard?"

The Snowguard Bear bit… nothing, looking confused.

At that moment, behind its head, water twisted and reformed into Lubao's figure.

Water surged as Lubao's tail glowed with energy. In the water, her Water Tail grew twice its usual size, mercilessly slamming into the Snowguard Bear's head. 𝖗𝘢𝐍𝘰𝔟ĘṠ

"Snowguard!!"

The Snowguard Bear howled as it tumbled to the bottom.

Opening its eyes, it saw nothing but water and no opponent in sight.

"Snow… guard…"

Smack!

Just as confusion clouded its face, Lubao reappeared and delivered another Water Tail strike.

"Snowguard!!"

Smack, smack, smack… Lubao vanished and reappeared repeatedly. Each time, she unleashed a ferocious attack, leaving the Snowguard Bear wailing helplessly.

In the audience, chatter erupted.

"Is a pet beast with the Melting Water trait really this overpowered?"

"It’s more about level differences. If the Snowguard Bear evolved a stage or two, freezing the water entirely would end this."

"Ah, I wish I were the one with Ice Qiya…"

"A Melting Water water-type pet beast must be unbeatable underwater, right?"

"Actually, I read a strategy post recently. Someone suggested countering Ice Qiya’s Meltng Water trait by using a poison-type beast to contaminate the water. That would at least force it out."

Though the underwater scene was hidden, the screams from the virtual screen and the audience’s reactions painted a clear picture of the situation.

Liu Zeru clenched his fists.

Was he satisfied?

To be honest, no.

Even though losing wouldn’t stop his advancement, his opponent was only 15 years old. Beating him undefeated, it stung.

If he had to lose, he wanted to first defeat Ice Qiya!

"Ah-Hu!" Liu Zeru shouted.

The cry echoed underwater. The battered Snowguard Bear’s eyes snapped open.

"Snowguard!!"

A surge of unknown power filled its chest. The Snowguard Bear roared, breaking through the ice to emerge.

"Lu!"

Lubao followed closely, leaping out of the water.

"Falling Ice Pillars!" Liu Zeru commanded sharply.

Simultaneously, Qiao Sang shouted, "Water Stream Jet!"

"Snowguard!" The Snowguard Bear howled.

In the air, dozens of solid ice pillars formed and rained down.

Meanwhile, a powerful water stream enveloped Lubao, propelling her into the icy chaos without hesitation.

Left, right, left again. Enshrouded by water, Lubao weaved through the falling ice and, in the blink of an eye, closed in on the Snowguard Bear.

Liu Zeru clenched his fists tighter. Time was running out. The Snowguard Bear was exhausted, its energy depleted. In this watery arena, against a Melting Water beast, it stood no chance in a prolonged fight.

"Frost Fang!" Liu Zeru decided immediately.

If he couldn’t stall, he’d go all in!

Frost gathered instantly on the Snowguard Bear's fangs.

Lubao, propelled by Water Stream Jet, shot straight toward it. As the two collided, the Snowguard Bear mustered all its remaining strength for a powerful downward bite.

Boom!!

An explosion of energy sent both spirit beasts flying.

The Snowguard Bear collapsed, unable to move.

"Lu…"

Lubao struggled to rise, but after a moment, she fell back down.

A tie?

The audience fell silent for a moment.

"Actually… I think a tie isn’t so bad. The Snowguard Bear really gave it everything."

"Yeah, after all those underwater attacks, it’s impressive it lasted this long."

"Ice Qiya did a one-versus-two. It’s incredible!"

"My poor Ice Qiya! Why haven’t they blown the whistle yet? Let my Ice Qiya rest already!"

On the battlefield.

Qiao Sang gazed at the battered Lubao lying motionless. Remembering how hard she had trained for the competition, she fell silent before asking softly, "Can you still use Healing Light?"

Lubao didn’t reply but struggled to open her eyes, answering with action.

A soft blue light enveloped it, silencing the crowd.

When the glow faded, Lubao stood on the floating rock, unscathed, her head held high with a cold expression.

"Lu!"

"Victory goes to Qiao Sang of Shengshui High School!"

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