Chapter 559: Visiting the Beast Tamer Master

Chapter 559: Visiting the Beast Tamer Master

The fish pond to the south wasn’t exactly a stroke of luck; there were plenty of fish, but they were hard to catch. After wasting half a day, nothing had been hooked.

Yet, for Ruo’er, it was as easy as pie.

Thinking about letting you into someone else’s fish pond probably meant you’d fish all their catches dry.

Since the fish weren’t biting, we had to settle for the ones Ruo’er had reeled in.

What to do with the catch? Master liked fresh fish, and it was best to eat them quickly after catching them.

So they gathered some wood, piled up stones to make a pit, then set up a frame, started a fire, and began grilling the fish.

Ruo’er had a treasure trove of seasonings in her spirit pouch—barbecue sauce, pepper, you name it, she had it all.

A perfect companion for a homey trip!

With Ruo’er around, these trivial matters didn’t bother him, but he still kept track of when to cook and when to stop.

“Aren’t you supposed to be looking for a beast tamer?”

“Yeah, but after the chaos in Huan Tian City, we had to prioritize city matters, which left this on hold.”

“Once we finish this meal, we can head over. The sooner we pay a visit, the sooner we get to learn, and the sooner we can return to Zifeng Valley…”

“Master, do you really just want me to return soon?”

Ruo’er pouted, looking a bit wronged.

“It’s what you should be doing! When you choose this path, you must cultivate. The turmoil in Huan Tian City was a mere side note; your main task is to follow Dong Xiyan’s orders and visit the beast tamer. Anything else is just wasting your time,” Lin Nuo said seriously, not one to comfort Ruo’er—that’s just not his style.

They sent you to Zifeng Valley for what? To let you level up fast enough so that one day, you can handle things on your own if you end up going down a dark path. Otherwise, you’d still be a weakling needing my protection.

“Alright, alright! Can you come with me then, Master?”

“Sure.”

Lin Nuo didn’t refuse; after all, he needed to witness how this beast tamer tamed creatures himself since he hadn’t seen before.

Though he was a reincarnator, that didn’t mean he understood everything about this world. Perhaps he could learn some beast taming techniques from the master, and who knows, maybe he could even teach Ruo’er how to raise divine-level demon beasts.

They started the fire and grilled the fish; the meal turned out quite tasty. Adding some cold water afterward would’ve been perfect.

“Master, your exploits in the city have spread far and wide. They say you’re amazing~”

“Nothing much to say about it. I’d rather you not bring it up in front of me.”

“Hmm… but you are impressive, Master! I can’t help but mention it. I feel so proud whenever I say I’m Master’s maid. But then again, you’re quite low-key and indifferent to fame, so you probably don’t care about all this praise.”

“Alright, you’re chatty today. Did that group of immortals teach you?”

“Oh no, it’s all learned from you! Ruo’er just wishes she could talk like you.”

Ruo’er shook her ears, flashing a sweet smile.

Seriously, this silly maid, Lin Nuo couldn’t bear to scold her. She would just drift off into other topics, glorifying his heroic deeds.

Uncalled for.

“Let’s go. We have a place to visit.”

“Oh, oh, are we going to find Shuqin and the others?”

“No need.”

Why would they need to find them? So they could keep emphasizing his exploits in Huan Tian City all the way there?

No way! Those literate girls could come up with endless ways to sing his praises.

Lin Nuo took Ruo’er away from the fish pond, of course, making sure to pay the person managing the pond first, covering the venue and the fish’s cost.

It wasn’t out of conscience; it was because the fish farmer said he saved Huan Tian City and wanted to gift him a pond full of fish.

While he liked getting free stuff, he didn’t like the reasoning behind it.

As if accepting their gift meant admitting he saved Huan Tian City.

Absolutely not! He paid; he, Lin Nuo, was simply making a proper transaction. There was no way he’d let them think he was using the pond under the pretense of “saving” Huan Tian City.

With payment settled, Lin Nuo took Ruo’er and left, following the address Liu Shuqin had given him to find the famed beast tamer.

The beast tamer’s name was Po’er. He wasn’t from Huan Tian City but had moved here from elsewhere.

Lin Nuo was particularly interested in his accolades—he was one of the best beast tamers in Puhan, having been sought out by various sects for his knowledge. He even trained a few celestial-level spirit beasts for the Puhan royal family.

However, that portion had gone to Dong Wei, which was nothing new.

Lin Nuo changed into ordinary clothing, appearing like just any regular worker.

They walked through bustling streets and alleys, leaving the city behind until they finally reached Po’er’s residence.

His home was far removed from the market, making it feel quite serene as they approached.

It looked just like an ordinary little lodge with very simple decorations, seemingly not out of the ordinary.

But there was a barrier in place—a sound-blocking and energy-sealing barrier.

That made sense. After all, he was a beast tamer, and he likely needed to keep spirit beasts inside—though it was out of the way of the city, if a spirit beast went wild, it wouldn’t be good for the surrounding environment.

So, having a barrier in place was crucial.

Ruo’er had been here before, but Po’er hadn’t been around, and it looked like he was back now.

Lin Nuo knocked on the door, and suddenly a young boy opened it.

He greeted them respectfully and asked, “Good day, young sir and lady. What brings you here?”

“We’re looking for Master Po’er. Is he in?” Lin Nuo asked.

“He is, but Master Po’er has been reluctant to receive guests lately.”

“Could you please take this jade pendant to Master Po’er?”

Lin Nuo handed the pendant that Ruo’er was holding to the boy, who took it and bowed again.

“Alright, please wait a moment.”

With that, the boy shut the door and went inside with the pendant.

This was given to Ruo’er by Dong Xiyan, instructing her to present it to Po’er whenever they arrived, and he would see them.

Perhaps it was the status of an immortal; if immortals came calling, you had to let them in, even if you didn’t want to.

Not long after, the boy reopened the door, speaking politely, “Young sir and lady, Master Po’er has agreed. Please come in.”

“Mm, thank you.”

Indeed, the jade pendant was useful. Just like that, they could enter.

Lin Nuo led Ruo’er inside, first passing through a courtyard filled with bamboo, then into the lodge. Along the way, they passed some younger boys dressed in white who greeted Lin Nuo and Ruo’er with utmost respect.

Once inside the barrier, Lin Nuo could feel the flow of spiritual energy and the roar of some spirit beasts.

This barrier was quite impressive, effectively isolating whatever was happening inside from outsiders.

“Master, this place is quite spacious!”

Ruo’er, like a village girl entering the city for the first time, looked around with fascination.

“It’s big, but don’t go sleeping here directly.”

Following the boy’s guidance, they arrived at a hall, where Master Po’er, the beast tamer, sat at the main seat.