With a wry smile, Hu Tuzhi opened his briefcase and took out a stack of documents.

On top was a picture of a magnificently beautiful bird soaring through the sky, its eyes lively and dignified, and its crimson feathers shimmering brilliantly. Only the shape of its beak bore slight resemblance to that of the White Phoenix Parrot.

"This is the Fire Immortal Phoenix, the only White Phoenix Parrot I successfully evolved to transcendental levels a few years ago."

"At that time, it indeed brought me significant prestige."

"But in reality, although I don't have definitive proof, my years of studying psittaciformes have honed my intuition, and it tells me that the Fire Immortal Phoenix I cultivated likely underwent 'mutational evolution,' making it unreplicable. I just couldn't accept this result, so I wanted to try again and reached out to your classmate."

He let out a sigh, "As to why I'm in such a rush..."

"May I tell you a story?"

After Lin Guang nodded, Hu Tuzhi slowly reached deep into his pocket, pulling out a slightly aged golden pocket watch. He pressed a button and opened it—to reveal a well-preserved, only slightly faded photograph inside.

It was a photo of Hu Tuzhi and a woman.

The woman looked rather ordinary, her face unremarkable, but her eyes were mischievous and intelligent. On her shoulder stood a large White Phoenix Parrot, about thirty centimeters tall, standing beside her.

"This is my wife. I first met her twenty years ago because of an academic discussion about White Phoenix Parrots."

Gazing at the photo, Hu Tuzhi softly said, "Nine years ago, she went out with a research team and encountered an accident in the Secret Realm."

"Only her White Phoenix Parrot narrowly escaped, brought back by colleagues, and returned to me."

"The parrot also suffered severe injuries in that accident, coupled with the backlash from its contractor's passing, optimistically leaving it perhaps a little over ten years of life."

Hu Tuzhi raised his head, looked at Lin Guang, his tone calm yet filled with unwavering resolve, "I couldn't save my wife on site, so at least I want to save it."

"I have no children, and I can't promise I'll never remarry, but it has been with me for almost fifteen years; it's already like my child."

"I hope it can stay with me for decades, even a hundred years."

"To cure it, at least a Six-Star Miracle Master or a potion with equivalent effects is needed, but I lack such connections and resources."

His tone grew somber, "Some things in this world cannot be bought with Credit Points."

Lin Guang pondered, "So your choice is... to research an alternative evolutionary path?"

"Correct."

Hu Tuzhi nodded, "Based on my research, to heal the White Phoenix Parrot, we must utilize ancestral powers for evolution. The ordinary White Phoenix Giant Parrot path is ineffective; only the awakening of noble bloodlines originating from the Phoenix might bring about such a miracle, reviving it."

"That's why I've been tirelessly experimenting on others' White Phoenix Parrots."

"Nine years have passed, and I've been wandering aimlessly like a headless fly. Perhaps I've attained some noteworthy results, but they are insufficient."

"No matter if you consider me incompetent or the scholarly world questions if the honor truly belongs to me, and regardless of the potential for profit, none of this matters to me now."

"Lin Guang, I plead for your help this time. I need to find this path quickly."

Hu Tuzhi's demeanor was very humble.

He didn't continue speaking, but Lin Guang already understood.

Currently, the White Phoenix Parrot's lifespan is nearing its end, and Hu Tuzhi has yet to discover a replicable ancestral evolutionary path. Despite knowing the slim chances, he still hopes to conduct one more experiment on Wang Dawei's White Phoenix Parrot.

Hu Tuzhi's reason for being candid was simple—he saw a glimpse of hope in yesterday's video.

This time, Lin Guang found himself lost in thought.

Hu Tuzhi didn't mention his pursuit of Lin Guang, possibly even thinking his act was convincing and went unnoticed.

However, after continuous interaction, Lin Guang understood that Hu Tuzhi was the type deeply invested in scientific research, lacking experience in dealing with people. This "little cunning" wasn't malicious, and it lessened Lin Guang's aversion from being tracked.

Although Hu Tuzhi's words yesterday were somewhat radical, he maintained the demeanor appropriate for a researcher. Considering the story he shared, Hu Tuzhi's urgency became understandable.

Moreover, Hu Tuzhi's "judgment" led to Wang Xiaosheng's harsh scolding, indirectly helping the White Phoenix Parrot to master "Spiritual Scream" in advance, saving Lin Guang some Spiritual Material Money.

Therefore, Lin Guang fundamentally held no grudges against Hu Tuzhi.

Ultimately, what tipped the scales in Lin Guang's heart was the other party's good attitude—or rather sincerity.

As an Intermediate Researcher, there was a significant disparity in standing between Hu Tuzhi and Lin Guang. Nevertheless, his attitude was not arrogant, nor did he resort to underhanded tactics or threats, even though he had the status and ability to do so.

If he had indeed done so, no matter how reasonable or compelling his backstory was, Lin Guang's personality would have ensured he didn't get his way and would have pursued payback.

Practicing the Equal Contract Technique, Lin Guang inherently believed in "heart-to-heart" interactions, believing that sincerity was the ultimate weapon in human relationships.

After pondering for a moment, Lin Guang, under Hu Tuzhi's expectant gaze, slightly nodded and said, "Let's sign the agreement now."

No need to go afar; the mall's fourth floor and above handle million Daxia Coin deals every minute, and conducting business here is normal. The municipal notary office has a branch set up here.

Before long, a person from the notary office arrived.

This man, roughly in his thirties, dressed in a business attire with a tie, carrying a briefcase, and expressionless. The name on his badge read "Ke Wenjie."

During the brief conversation, learning their identities and the contract details they were signing, he showed no reaction, clearly possessing substantial professional composure.

"Alright, I understand your requests. I will modify the existing template, please wait."

He opened the briefcase and typed swiftly on a laptop, his right hand's back flashing a light as a metallic slime-like, irregular fifteen-centimeter diameter object appeared on the table, sans any facial features, slightly squirming.

As he deftly operated, Ke Wenjie announced, "Printer."

The amorphous spirit beast immediately began transforming and solidifying, turning into a sleek mini printer in seconds, even generating a data cable and interface, connecting directly to the laptop.

Lin Guang resisted the urge to poke it, his eyes sparkling beneath the lenses, softly remarking, "Mechanical Element Spirit Beast, Mechanical Spirit Marrow Liquid."

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