Crazy! Are You Really A Beast Tamer?

Before extending an invitation to Ling Kang and Qi Qi, Fang Mu had already sought the opinions of Shu Liangjun and Lian Dai.

Just as when Lian Dai initially expressed her desire to become Fang Mu's Protector, Fang Mu did not immediately agree but first consulted Shu Liangjun as well.

This was the most basic respect one could show for one's Protector!

As for Fang Mu's intention to invite Qi Qi and Ling Kang to become his Protectors, both Shu Liangjun and Lian Dai were highly supportive.

In the Beastmaster World, there were no rules specifying how many Protectors one could have, and it was actually rare for the younger generation to even have Protectors at all.

Only Order Strong individuals could use their Souls to issue Protector oaths. Not every faction necessarily had experts of this level.

Moreover, even if a faction had such Order-level experts, they were usually revered and rarely tasked with active duties.

Therefore, even those from major factions needed a stroke of fortune to acquire a Protector.

At the very least, a member of the younger generation had to earn the favor of these Order-level experts.

Some Grandmaster Creators would assign one or two Protectors to their most cherished disciples or close relatives.

Because in some Ancient Battlefields or major ruins, a single Protector could hardly guarantee anyone's safety.

As a disciple of a Saint Creator, coupled with the resources and power demonstrated by Master Qixing, even God-Realm experts had to give him respect.

Besides, Fang Mu was indeed exceptional, and being his Protector was not an unpleasant task.

Compared to being bound to life and death through other means, becoming a Protector was undoubtedly the best option.

Qi Qi and Ling Kang had considered this possibility before but had been too hesitant to bring it up with Fang Mu.

Now that Fang Mu had taken the initiative, Qi Qi and Ling Kang were naturally more than willing.

"Little Wood, for Qi Qi and me to become your Protectors is no small matter. We are, of course, willing to do so," Ling Kang said.

Then, after a brief hesitation, Ling Kang added,

"But has Master Qixing agreed to let Qi Qi and me serve as your Protectors? I think it would be prudent to consult Master Qixing first."

Ling Kang was worried that agreeing right now might not sit well with Master Qixing, especially considering their status as Contractors of pollutants.

A vast majority of Creators harbored negative impressions of Contractors who bonded with pollutants.

Two thousand years ago, Contractors of pollutants were treated like vermin, hunted down and eliminated as soon as they were discovered.

It was only after several large-scale actions by the Ancient Genesis that some breathing space was secured for these Contractors.

Ling Kang had never interacted with Master Qixing and thus was uncertain about his stance on Contractors bonded with pollutants.

Ling Kang and Qi Qi's strength was undeniable, and though Master Qixing had provided them with numerous Pollution Medicines, it was likely because they were still useful to him.

Master Qixing seemed intent on having them oversee and explore that higher-level Dimensional World.

Ling Kang could tell that Master Qixing deeply valued Fang Mu as his disciple.

When Ling Kang first heard of Master Qixing, he specifically arranged for someone to investigate him.

At that time, Master Qixing's official title was not Saint Creator but merely a Grandmaster Creator.

Even then, the investigation revealed that Master Qixing treated his disciples as if they were his own children, lavishing them with Creator resources and even helping their families establish industries.

Ling Kang had initially been skeptical of these findings, suspecting they were merely a crafted narrative to elevate Fang Mu's public image.

After all, the value of a disciple adored by a Creator versus one who was not was worlds apart.

But now, it seemed that not only was the information true, but it was also far too conservative in scope.

Meeting Ling Kang's gaze, Fang Mu could see the worries in his eyes.

A thought flashed through Fang Mu's mind, instantly clarifying Ling Kang's concerns.

"Uncle Kang, do you take me to be so careless in my actions? Of course, I've already consulted my master about this matter, and I've also discussed it with my other two Protectors."

"One of my other Protectors is Shu Liangjun, Elder Shu. He's delivered several Pollution Medicines to you before, so you should know him."

"The other is the King of the Oceanic Hanyang Empire, named Lian Dai. Qi Aunt has already met her before."

Fang Mu openly explained the situation regarding his Protectors, and upon hearing this, Ling Kang's worries dissipated entirely.

Since Master Qixing had already given his approval for Ling Kang and Qi Qi to become Fang Mu's Protectors, any further hesitation would be both unnecessary and unwise.

Ling Kang turned to Qi Qi and said with deep emotion,

"Qi Qi, I came from poverty. When I awakened my Destiny Guidebook, I not only failed to acquire a Destiny Guardian Beast, but my family couldn't even afford the most basic production-class Guardian Beast."

"Haunted by vengeance in my youth, I had no choice but to contract with pollutants, losing my emotions ever since. The journey to this point has felt like a dream."

"To now walk beside such an extraordinary junior and witness his growth—is truly one of life's great blessings for me."

Having said this, Ling Kang performed the Protector's oath with Fang Mu, officially forming a bond and becoming one of Fang Mu's Protectors.