263: Can the championship trophy be exchanged for money?

“The competition has officially ended!”

“I announce that the winner of this competition is—Imperial Capital Academy!”

The host shouted!

The entire venue rumbled loudly!

A massive stone platform rose from the center of the venue, with a set of steps descending towards the Imperial Capital Academy!

And in the center of that stone platform, there was a huge silver-blue trophy!

On the trophy, various creatures were carved.

“Step onto the stage!”

The few of them were incredibly excited.

Following Fang Ran, they arrived at the center of the high platform.

Fang Ran looked up at the huge trophy, which was over two meters tall, not looking like it was meant for humans.

“This trophy is made of silver spirit stone, incredibly sturdy and valuable!” The host introduced, then looked at Fang Ran and said, “Raise the cup!”

“How do I raise it?” Fang Ran was stunned.

Such a huge trophy, still made of silver spirit stone, wouldn’t it be enough to crush all five of them into meat paste?

“Oh, your trophies are here.” The host came to the back of the huge trophy.

Then he took out five identical miniature versions.

Fang Ran was the first to raise his, and the others followed suit.

“And this one, the large trophy, is worth as much as 300 million!” The host looked behind him.

The stone itself was not valuable, but the carving difficulty was extremely high; what was valuable was the honor within it!

“Let Fang Ran do it.”

Tie Jiuxin said.

If they did it, the audience wouldn't be pleased!

What the audience wanted to see was the strongest Beast Tamer picking up the special trophy!

Therefore, on both sides of the trophy, there were two large ear-shaped handles.

“Xiao Tian, Xiao Nian.”

Fang Ran’s voice fell.

Two figures appeared beside him.

“Next, please welcome the two Beasts to lift the massive trophy symbolizing the national championship!” The host shouted hoarsely, working hard to entertain.

To encourage Beast Tamers, this was an indispensable annual event.

One might ask, seeing young people so outstanding,

Which youth wouldn't be eager to try?

Moreover, this competition was broadcast live nationwide, precisely to achieve a promotional effect!

“Bang!”

Xiao Nian jumped up and grasped the left side of the trophy.

Xiao Tian emotionlessly grabbed the right side, then suddenly lifted it!

“It’s quite heavy?” Xiao Tian was surprised.

“Nonsense, this is meant for five Beast Tamers to lift together!” The host wiped his sweat, complaining inwardly but not speaking it aloud.

After all, the others had no intention of competing and were happy to see it happen.

The audience and contestants had no objections, so what was he, a host, to say?

“Put me down!” Xiao Nian said indignantly.

As soon as it grasped the handle, Xiao Tian lifted it up!

Now it was hanging on the other side of the trophy, looking quite comical, mainly because its master kept smiling at it, which was too embarrassing!

“Rumble!”

Xiao Tian let go.

The entire ground trembled violently!

“Can I take this trophy with me?” Fang Ran tentatively asked.

300 million, why not take it if it’s free? He’d sell it when he got back!

“Of course you can! You can discuss among yourselves who takes the trophy.”

“In the past, some have also handed it over to us for recycling, and the 300 million would be equally divided among the five contestants!” The host said.

“I don’t need it.”

“I don’t need it either.”

The few of them shook their heads.

Their winning this time had little to do with them.

While it wasn't to say that even tying a dog could win, at least tying a dog could get them into the top three without a problem.

Taking the small trophies back to their families was enough for them.

Their elders at home liked these things the most, and indirectly, they could help them gain a lot of resources.

“Thank you.”

Fang Ran waved his hand.

Both the huge trophy and the small trophies were sent into the Beast Taming Space!

And at this moment, a figure came to Fang Ran’s side.

“Bai Gaozhen, Deputy Chairman Bai!”

“Hmm, you performed well this time.” Chairman Bai smiled.

Several Beast Tamers around immediately bowed respectfully.

This person before them was the Deputy Chairman of the Beast Taming Association; did he actually know Fang Ran?

“No need, today you are the protagonists of the city.”

“Come with me, I’ll take you to get the prize money you deserve.”

These words.

Made everyone’s hearts pound.

The champion’s reward included a King-level bloodline Beast!

A long time later.

Under everyone’s gaze.

The Deputy Chairman of the Beast Taming Association, along with Fang Ran and the others, got into a special car.

After a long while, the group arrived at the center of the Beast Taming Association, in the resource library.

“The rewards for this competition include 30 million in prize money per person, one skill of choice for each participating Beast, one Evolution Method, and nutritional meals specially prepared for your Beasts by a professional Beast nutritionist!”

“Nutritional meals? Like s-level recipes?”

“Fang Ge, nutritional meals only provide the necessary growth energy for Beasts, with not much emphasis on taste.” Tie Jiuxin explained.

This kind of thing was only useful for Transcendent-level, or even King-level pets!

After all, the energy they consumed could no longer be provided by low-level recipes!

“My Lava Earth Dragon eats at least a million worth of food a month.” Tie Jiuxin said.

But, that was assuming it didn’t train or fight, just for daily needs.

A normal Transcendent-level Beast, under high-intensity training, consuming tens of millions a month was normal!

Of course, this referred to their Beasts, which were at least S-level in evolution; it was rare for ordinary Beasts to consume tens of millions!

It wasn't that they were unwilling, but that they couldn't!

Sometimes, being able to eat was also a kind of happiness.

“You can take your time looking at the skills and Evolution Methods.”

“That pure-blooded Emperor-level cub can only be contracted by one person. Fang Ran, your performance was the best, so naturally, it’s for you to contract.”

Chairman Bai wasn't being biased towards him; it was simply the truth.

“Chairman, actually...”

“I know, you signed the mental strengthening plan contract. If you wish, I can help you terminate it right now.”

Chairman Bai said calmly.

Fang Ran naturally knew.

What Chairman Bai said was true; he had that ability.

But he really wanted to contract Long Yu! And the Green Snake, he couldn't even dote on them all.

“It seems that improving mental strength is a long and arduous journey.” Fang Ran murmured in his heart.

Then he said, “Chairman Bai, can it be exchanged for money?”

Hearing his words, Bai Gaozhen was clearly stunned.

“Do you know what a pure Emperor-level bloodline creature means?”

“I know.” Fang Ran nodded heavily.

This meant having the opportunity to step into the Emperor-level domain!

Creatures with more Emperor-level bloodline had a higher probability of advancing to the Emperor-level. Some Emperor Beast Masters often had their weakest fated Beast, and only after contracting an Emperor-level bloodline creature were they able to advance!

Of course, even a pure Emperor-level bloodline creature still had a high probability of failure!

“I understand!” Bai Gaozhen pondered silently, then startled awake, and solemnly said, “Thank you for all the sacrifices you’ve made for Long Country!”

He slowly bowed to Fang Ran, his eyes seeming to look at a star of hope!

“Ah...” Fang Ran’s face showed confusion.

“Since you’re unwilling, I’ll handle the sale.” Bai Gaozhen said quietly.

For a pure Emperor-level bloodline creature, he wasn't sure what price it would fetch in its first transaction!