It was similar to how a decrease in past oxygen content led to the extinction of large animals; the same principle applied here. And the Darkflame Ancient Raven's emergence was likely linked to the appearance of that bizarre flame, as well as the equally peculiar aura of that Secret Realm.

Could that Secret Realm contain some leakage of energy from Ancient Times? Was that why, in that Secret Realm's cavern, one of the Flame-Eating Crows that nested there underwent atavistic evolution to become a Darkflame Ancient Raven?

These were the connections Su Ping had been speculating over these days. Moreover, he was now quite confident in his theory. Otherwise, he wouldn't have advised Ye Zhou to research in this direction.

Su Ping paused for a moment and then continued to ask, "What did that person say?"

"Um..."

Upon mentioning this, Sang Sheng showed a somewhat embarrassed expression in front of Su Ping for the first time.

"Nothing much," she said, tidying the hair at her temples. "Just some reflections on the profoundness of history."

Su Ping gave Sang Sheng a strange look. It isn't that simple, is it?

Of course, it wasn't that simple. That person's complaints had been riddled with curses unsuitable for most ears. Previously, Sang Sheng had heard that Su Ping idolized that person. To avoid tarnishing that image in Su Ping's mind, she felt it necessary to gloss over the details.

Su Ping didn't bother to think further.

But now, I seem to be certain of one thing! If even that person paid such close attention to it, could it be said that the Fire Phoenix—an entity formed from the Fire Element that embodied the 'Hundred Birds Facing Phoenix'—was a Legendary Level Pet Beast?

Tsk tsk. Su Ping had no other notions, and the thought of trying to tame it as a Pet Beast was something he had never even considered. Such a creature, especially a Legendary Pet Beast potentially reviving after thousands of years, was clearly not something a human could tame.

It was one thing to dream, but in the future, I could boast about this to others. How about that? I'm someone who has witnessed the birth of a Legendary Level Pet Beast with my own eyes, aren't I?

Amusing himself with these thoughts, Su Ping was suddenly taken aback. Something had occurred to him.

He then closed his eyes and looked toward his Beast Taming Space.

Within his Beast Taming Space, on the red soil that was previously distinct, flames now burned spontaneously, emitting vastly different temperatures and heat. The other details didn't matter; Su Ping paid no attention to those perpetually burning flames.

But after revisiting these previous deductions today, a very valuable speculation had struck him.

If my guess is correct, and the atavism of ancient species' Pet Beasts was due to an energy in the atmosphere during Ancient Times that isn't present in modern times... then the leaking aura within that special Secret Realm where the Fire Phoenix's Elemental Flame appeared was enough to make the original Flame-Eating Crow undergo atavistic evolution into a Darkflame Ancient Raven. So, might my Beast Taming Space, since I've used the Space Absorption ability, also contain this kind of energy? How is this energy formed, and how long can it last?

Although Su Ping knew he didn't have the time or energy to delve deeper into this area for the time being, the idea, once it surfaced, still led him to quite a bit of speculation.

Fortunately, as the lotus accelerated, these whimsical thoughts gradually faded away.

After leaving the bounds of West Dragon Lake, he arrived above the Eastern Sea with lightning speed. Simultaneously, Su Ping activated his locator and determined the direction. Eventually, he reached Yanxun Island—the location Huang Tianbing had mentioned—not far from the coast nearest to the Eastern Sea.

By this time, the island and its surroundings were already under martial law; surrounding ships and Water Element Beast Tamers were forbidden to approach.

The approach of the giant lotus naturally attracted the gazes of several figures observing from the island's edge. Among them was Huang Tianbing, who had made a special trip from the Imperial Capital for this occasion. After all, this was a significant figure. Though not exceptionally powerful himself, his status and position were undeniable. Besides, to promote future cooperation, it was good to meet in advance.

However, Huang Tianbing's cheeks soon stiffened slightly. The aura released from the lotus above made no attempt at concealment.

An Emperor Level Peak Luo Water Fairy Lotus. A Plant-Type Pet Beast with Emperor Level potential.

The Pet Beast was one thing, but more importantly, it was the other figure accompanying Su Ping on the lotus platform that truly mattered.

Any familiar words Huang Tianbing had been about to utter were swallowed back immediately. He hurriedly said with utmost respect, "Qintian Monitor Huang Tianbing, greets Lord Sang Sheng!"

Sang Sheng nodded without paying Huang Tianbing any mind. She looked at Su Ping and asked knowingly, "This is the place, right?"

Su Ping replied with a smile, "Director Huang, you even made the trip yourself?"

Huang Tianbing forced a smile. He had never expected this young troublemaker to have invited such a prominent figure. But those present were astute. Huang Tianbing immediately understood: Lord Sang Sheng's personal presence conveyed a clear attitude and message—nothing could happen to Su Ping! If Su Ping lost even a single hair, it would be his, the Chief Supervisor's, responsibility.

At that moment, Huang Tianbing, who had been considering tackling the challenges in other Secret Realms with Su Ping, suddenly felt his enthusiasm wane.

"Since Su Ping himself is taking action, I naturally had to come personally. This is Yanxun Island, and the Tide Secret Realm is right here. Lord Sang Sheng, please take a look."

The group arrived at the center of the small island. A spatial vortex resembling an underwater whirlpool was located there. However, this spatial vortex was different: a crack ran across its surface, from which streams of watery vapor bubbled out.

Sang Sheng nodded. "A crumbling spatial vortex. It indeed needs to be dealt with promptly. Who are the individuals selected to enter?" Her gaze swept over them.

Director Huang quickly stepped aside, revealing the individuals behind him. They tensed slightly under Sang Sheng's gaze.

"Reporting to Lord Sang Sheng," Director Huang said, "these are elites from the Qintian Monitor, all Monarch Level Beastmasters with extensive experience exploring Secret Realms. You can rest assured."

Sang Sheng ignored him and looked at them. "I have only one requirement: Su Ping must not come to any harm inside the Secret Realm. If any of you suffer losses while protecting him there, I will compensate you fully upon your return. If, however, the opposite occurs, the consequences will be more than you can bear!"

"Yes!"

After receiving a satisfactory response, Sang Sheng then turned back to Su Ping, who was about to speak, and handed him a green seed. "Su Ping, take this. If you encounter danger, activate it. It will ensure your safety and extract you from the Secret Realm."

Su Ping accepted it, a sense of familiarity stirring as he looked at the item. He glanced at Director Huang, who wore a helpless, bitter smile after hearing Sang Sheng's cold words, and then at the other silent Monarch Level Beastmasters from the Qintian Monitor.

Su Ping actually had something he wanted to say. My Space Absorption ability can actually be used without me entering the Secret Realm. Although the efficiency would be reduced, the effect of destroying the Secret Realm's Origin would be the same. However, with the conversation having come this far, Lord Sang Sheng's instructions, and the Qintian Monitor's complete assurance of my safety, it seems a waste of sentiment not to go in, doesn't it?

Moreover, Su Ping was indeed very curious about what the interior of such a Secret Realm would be like. Furthermore, this Secret Realm would be an excellent platform for the Paperman of the Five Elements Paper Diagram's first combat experience in the wild.

For these various reasons, Su Ping eventually nodded. He followed the few taciturn, no-nonsense Qintian Monitor investigators to the spatial vortex, which was densely covered with dampness and vapor. Then, one by one, they slowly entered.

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