Full-Time Magister: Summoning Two Beasts, Bai Ze and Taotie

Chapter 8, Bai Yang leads the team

"There's no such thing as luck; it's all the result of hard work," Zhan Kong laughed heartily.

"Instructor Zhan Kong, may I leave now?" Xiao Yu asked, rubbing his hands together.

"No." Zhan Kong shook his head. "Rules are rules. A novice mage's magical energy is very precious. You can't keep your summoned beasts in this plane forever. You need a registered team to lead you out."

Before Xiao Yu could speak, Zhan Kong called out to Fan Lijun, who had just arrived, "Aren't you supposed to be out on patrol? Take this young man with you later."

"Huh? Boss Zhan Kong, didn't we just send a small patrol team back?" Fan Lijun asked, somewhat puzzled.

"Can't you continue patrolling after you've finished patrolling? Have you killed all the demons nearby? Just go when I tell you to, stop talking nonsense!" Zhan Kong glared at Fan Lijun in annoyance.

"Oh..." Fan Lijun went back to organize the manpower, feeling somewhat aggrieved.

"You can go out with them later and see the world. Consider it a good start to getting used to your experiences next semester," Zhan Kong said to Xiao Yu.

Xiao Yu twitched his lips; he wanted to act alone.

How can we conveniently let Lao Hei go to the buffet while we're with the group?

With a sigh, Xiao Yu had no choice but to accept it. He figured he could just have Lao Hei stay away from him.

"Bai Yang, have your squad assemble," Fan Lijun said to the two men as she returned to the camp.

"What are you doing now?" Bai Yang frowned.

"A new high school student has arrived over there. The boss seems to really like him. He's also a summoner, so he's asked us to take him on patrol," Fan Lijun said.

"Oh? A summoning type?" Bai Yang asked, somewhat surprised.

How come a summoning student would suddenly appear in such a small place?

"Yes, the summoned beast is only the size of a palm. I don't know why the boss thinks that summoned beast is very strong," Fan Lijun said.

"Haha, it's only the size of a palm. It must be a newborn cub, its first summoning, so I understand. Besides, how could a little cub be stronger than my Shadow Wolf Beast?" Bai Yang laughed.

"I doubt it'll even be enough to fill a tooth gap," Fan Lijun said, rubbing her forehead.

Soon, Bai Yang gathered the team together.

"Boss Zhan Kong, we're ready." Bai Yang rode his Ghost Wolf Beast and led his patrol team to the city gate.

"Bai Yang is the only summoning mage here. You can ask him if you don't understand anything," Zhan Kong said to Xiao Yu, pointing at Bai Yang.

Xiao Yu was taken aback.

Baiyang?

Isn't this a lackey of the Black Vatican?

Hey, the delivery's been made to my door.

Xiao Yu smiled faintly: "Alright, please give me your guidance, Instructor Bai Yang."

"Hahaha! Okay, I'll tell you everything I know," Bai Yang said with a smile.

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"This patrol will cover a radius of three kilometers outside Anjie. The main objective is to eliminate any scattered one-eyed demon wolves. You will stay at the back of the group and familiarize yourself with the wilderness. Don't forget what element you are when you encounter demons." Bai Yang rode the Ghost Wolf Beast at the front, his tone calm and without a trace of arrogance.

When his gaze swept over Xiao Yu, it still carried a hint of the gentleness of a senior towards a junior, showing no trace of the Black Vatican's undercover agent.

Xiao Yu nodded and silently followed at the back of the group.

This patrol team consists of five people, including Xiao Yu, Bai Yang (a summoner), Fan Lijun (a fire-type), and members with earth, wind, and light attributes. The team is well-balanced and more than capable of dealing with the scattered one-eyed wolves on the periphery.

Stepping out of Anjie's gate, the chilling atmosphere of the outside world immediately hits you. Weeds grow up to your ankles, and the distant mountains and forests are shrouded in a layer of gray mist. A faint smell of blood lingers in the air.

Xiao Yu deliberately slowed his pace and moved closer to Bai Yang's Ghost Wolf Beast.

"What? Scared?" Bai Yang, perched on the back of the Ghost Wolf Beast, looked down at Xiao Yu, who was on high alert.

Xiao Yu swallowed hard, feigning a somewhat timid demeanor: "Instructor Bai Yang, I'm a little flustered... I hardly ever had any practical training classes back in school."

Bai Yang turned his head, a barely perceptible hint of inquiry flashing in his eyes, but his words were gentle and reassuring: "Don't be afraid, with us here, the monsters on the outer perimeter can't cause any trouble. Just get used to it gradually. How long have you been awakening your summoning ability? Boss Zhan Kong said your summoned beasts are quite special, why don't you summon them?"

"The summoned beast was only recently contracted, so it's not very obedient. Besides, it consumes too much magic energy, so we should use it sparingly." Xiao Yu lowered his eyes, his tone becoming heavy and tinged with bitterness.

"My family was poor, my parents passed away early, and I was left all alone. I finally got into Tianlan Magic High School and awakened my summoning ability, but I never expected to summon an ugly and small cub."

"Everyone at school looks down on me now, and my girlfriend ran off with someone else, so I wanted to come to the outside world of Anjie to improve myself and make those people pay when I get back!"

Xiao Yu spoke with a firm and powerful voice, his eyes seeming to blaze with a flame of revenge.

Old Hei, who had gone away to find food, seemed to sense Xiao Yu's veiled criticism and sent a voice of dissatisfaction through telepathy.

Bai Yang paused, his gaze softening as if he had genuinely felt compassion: "It's not easy. To be able to summon a beast within a year, you're already very impressive."

"What's the use of being powerful? My summoned beasts have no strength, and I have no money or background. I get bullied wherever I go." Xiao Yu sighed, lowering his voice as if afraid of being overheard. "Back when I was in the neighborhood, a few thugs robbed me of my savings. They not only beat me up but also called me a bastard without parents."

As Xiao Yu spoke, his eyes reddened slightly, and his tone was full of grievance and resentment. He acted so convincingly that even his clenched fists conveyed a hint of suppressed hatred, making it seem completely genuine.

Bai Yang listened quietly, his brows furrowing slightly. The inquiry in his eyes gradually turned into understanding, along with a hint of subtle calculation.

He had been lurking in the post station for so long, ostensibly a loyal mage, but in reality, he had been searching for candidates for the Black Vatican, especially favoring young people with tragic backgrounds, resentment in their hearts, and some talent.

These are the people who are most easily swayed. Once they experience the feeling of being above everyone else, they are the most likely to join the Papacy.

Moreover, the Vatican is currently short-staffed.

This brat is all alone and has no ties, and he's full of dissatisfaction with the status quo. He's the perfect person to win over.

"The world is inherently unfair, and the weak are always easily bullied." Bai Yang's tone turned serious, as if he felt the same way. "But just enduring it won't work. You need enough strength to protect yourself, and even... take back what belongs to you and make those who bullied you pay the price."

Xiao Yu suddenly looked up, his eyes filled with urgency: "Instructor Bai Yang, I also want to become stronger, but I have no resources, no connections, and I have no idea how to even begin..."

"Take your time, opportunities will come." Bai Yang patted his shoulder, his tone meaningful. "You have good talent. As long as you find the right direction, your future achievements will be great. If you have any questions in the future, feel free to ask me."

"Thank you, Instructor Bai Yang!" Xiao Yu said with a grateful expression, but a cold glint flashed in his eyes.

Fan Lijun walked ahead and overheard their conversation. She turned back to look at Xiao Yu, her eyes filled with sympathy.

The group continued forward, and soon they heard rustling sounds coming from the bushes ahead. Suddenly, a one-eyed wolf charged towards them.

Its single, scarlet eye stared intently at the crowd, a fierce growl emanating from its throat.

"No big deal, Ghost Wolf Beast, take care of him!" Bai Yang jumped off the Ghost Wolf Beast.

As soon as the command was given, the Shadow Wolf pounced, its sharp claws slicing across the neck of a one-eyed demon wolf, leaving a bloody gash, but without killing it.

"Fire-Spitting Bone Burning!" Fan Lijun raised her hand, conjured a fiery spitting fire, and smashed it precisely.

Flames exploded, and the one-eyed wolf instantly let out a piercing scream.

Xiao Yu stood at the back of the line the whole time, staring intently at Fan Lijun, occasionally swallowing his saliva, looking like a loser who had never seen a woman before.

Bai Yang glanced at him a few times, a hint of sneer in his eyes.

So this kid has a thing for this?