248: Chapter 248 The Secret Realm of Antarctica

However, no matter how hard Black Rose racked her brains, she couldn't figure out where she had gone wrong.

In the end, she could only attribute the reason to herself with some frustration.

'Could it be... that my charm really isn't enough? That I can't truly attract him?'

'No! I absolutely cannot let this continue! I must find a way to break this stalemate!'

'Conventional methods won't work! Perhaps... I should find an opportunity to take the initiative? For example, one night, when no one is paying attention, I could put on that most seductive set of lingerie and sneak into Chen Yi's room...'

'As long as it's a done deal and the contract is formed, given Chen Yi's sense of responsibility, he couldn't possibly remain so lukewarm towards me anymore, right?'

'By then, wouldn't it be a matter of course for the pre-contract to become official?'

Thinking of those face-blushing scenes, Black Rose felt her cheeks burning slightly.

But her gaze became increasingly determined.

Although this plan was risky, in order to complete the mission, she decided to go for it!

Just as Black Rose was immersed in her fantasy of a daring night raid.

Time slipped away quietly during the Airship's steady voyage.

In the blink of an eye, five days had passed.

The five-day journey had been quite peaceful.

During this time, Gao Wenyu, Leng Wuhen, Wu Yuyang, Zhao Xin, and others had all taken the initiative to come to Chen Yi's cabin for meals.

They would either chat idly or exchange some cultivation insights and views on the Secret Realm.

The atmosphere was mostly harmonious, and the seniors were quite caring towards Chen Yi, with everyone talking happily.

Only Gu Fan, ever since boarding the Airship, had stayed in his own cabin, living in seclusion and never taking the initiative to have any contact with Chen Yi's group, appearing completely out of place.

Once, while everyone was dining and chatting, the topic inadvertently turned to Gu Fan.

Gao Wenyu shook his head, his tone carrying a hint of disdain: 'That Gu Fan, I always feel he's a bit... strange! Despite his age, sometimes his way of speaking and acting exudes an inexplicable sense of superiority, as if everyone owes him something.'

Leng Wuhen also nodded, echoing: 'He thinks too highly of himself and is difficult to approach!'

As a veteran prodigy, Wu Yuyang was more knowledgeable.

Even he frowned slightly and said: 'Gu Fan does indeed have outstanding talent, but his temperament... seems a bit paranoid! Moreover, his attitude towards the spirit beast he has a soul contract with is quite subtle; it looks intimate, but in reality, there's an indescribable sense of control.'

Zhao Xin also smacked his lips and said: 'That kid has an evil air in his eyes; he doesn't look like an upright man. Anyway, I don't like dealing with him.'

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Listening to everyone's evaluation, Chen Yi nodded in deep agreement.

Although he hadn't had much contact with Gu Fan, that undisguised hostility and cold, gloomy feeling made him feel very uncomfortable.

Just as everyone was talking.

The intelligent temperature control system in the cabin seemed to adjust slightly, and the temperature began to turn cold imperceptibly, serving as a prompt for changes in the external environment.

Su Taotao, who was lying by the porthole looking at the scenery, let out a joyful cheer: 'Look! It's Antarctica! We've arrived!'

Upon hearing this, everyone immediately stood up and rushed to the window.

Below the Airship, a vast, boundless world of ice and snow suddenly came into view!

The vast ice sheet was like a huge white canvas, extending to the end of the line of sight. The strong wind blew snow particles, forming moving waves of snow on the ice sheet, which was very spectacular!

And in that pure white, a fairly large base camp was particularly eye-catching.

On the base's tarmac, several Airships of various shapes were already docked, which should be the Airships of the countries that arrived earlier.

One could see many figures of Beast Tamers wearing standard polar gear from different countries, moving about inside and outside the base.

As the silver-grey Airship of the Dragon Country slowly lowered its altitude in preparation for landing, those foreign Beast Tamers on the base's tarmac also looked up one after another.

'Hmph, has the Dragon Country's Airship finally arrived? Quite a show they're putting on.'

'The Dragon Country's Beast Tamers... I heard there's a guy named Chen Yi who's been hyped up a lot recently? Fifth Rank defeating Seventh Rank? Heh, I'm afraid that's just a story they made up themselves, right?'

'Just 'Sick Man of East Asia', what real ability could they have? In this Secret Realm, let's see how our Japan crushes them!'

'Hmph, aren't you Japanese kids also trash? The pot calling the kettle black!'

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The various prodigies were discussing spiritedly.

Although some Beast Tamers didn't mock them out loud, their gazes towards the Dragon Country's Airship weren't any better.

The atmosphere of international competition had already quietly permeated the air upon arrival.

The Airship docked at the designated berth.

The cabin door opened, and a biting cold wind peculiar to the polar region rushed in instantly, making everyone shiver violently.

Chen Yi's group had already changed into the Dragon Country's standard polar combat suits, which combined warmth and flexibility. The white base color was embellished with dark dragon patterns, which were both practical and imposing.

Chen Yi walked off the Airship, his gaze sweeping across the entire base.

His gaze first landed on the famous prodigies from various countries.

David from Eagle Country was burly, with a disdainful gaze. Tiny electric arcs faintly jumped around his body, and lightning flashed, making him feel like a PLUS version of Lei Han.

The several spirit beasts following him were all lightning-attributed. The most conspicuous among them was a wild woman with long golden hair, possessing an SSS-grade bloodline—the Thunder Griffin, whose strength could not be underestimated.

Miyamoto Genzo from Japan was dressed in typical samurai attire, with a lean and tough physique, his hand always resting on the hilt of the tachi at his waist, giving people the feeling that he was ready to fight at any time.

His Contracted Spirit Beasts were mostly of the melee type, such as the Shadow Cat, Wind Ninja Dog, Dark Raven, and so on.

Ivan from Su Country had a physique almost like a polar bear, with a thick beard and a booming laugh. He seemed rugged, but revealed a deep, profound feeling.

His spirit beasts were also mostly of the large, strength-based type, such as the Icefield Bear, Giant Mammoth, Fire-Explosive Monkey, etc.

In addition, Henry from Britain, Midland from the Surrendered Country, Faisal from the Oil Country, Lalande from India, and others were all there!

The top prodigies from various countries gathered here, their auras intertwining to form an invisible pressure.

Of course, the focus of Chen Yi's observation was to see if there were any Demon Emperors like Black Rose mixed in.

At least for now, it seemed that no abnormalities had been discovered.

Except for the known Black Rose, everyone else's system interface was very normal.

As time passed, more and more countries and personnel arrived here, and the tarmac became increasingly lively.

Chen Yi also secretly checked almost everyone in the venue using the system's power.

At least on the surface, no other suspicious objects had mixed in here!

This made Chen Yi breathe a slight sigh of relief.

Looking at it, it was highly probable that the Demon Abyss Cult did not want to get involved in this Antarctica Secret Realm.

It stood to reason, with so many Beast Tamers above the Tenth Rank guarding this place.

Anyone who wasn't a fool could understand how stupid it would be to make a move here!