Merchant From Earth in the Magical World

Only from the werewolves' perspective could one truly appreciate the shock they felt seeing the magical beast chickens easily devour Poison Flies.

That's why so many Werewolf Clan Leaders wanted to buy magical beast chickens from Eternal Domain. Even Long Legs of the Swamp Tribe was willing to exchange the lives of his five Poison Flies for a single magical beast chicken.

If you could raise one in your own territory, the Werewolf Tribes that breed Poison Flies would be shaking in their boots every day, fearing their Poison Flies might one day be pecked to death and eaten by it.

Moreover, possessing a magical beast chicken wasn't just for deterring other Werewolf Tribes; it could also be used to expand the range of one's own tribe's territory.

This was because the swamp teemed with numerous mutated poisonous insects, all as adept at hiding as the Poison Flies. Often, by the time they were discovered, it was already too late. Members of the various Werewolf Tribes rarely died in swamp traps. More often, they were bitten by suddenly appearing poisonous insects and, lacking treatment, ultimately succumbed.

Considering the magical beast chickens' size, they could move freely in the swamp. They could also fly—not high, but fluttering a dozen or so meters was enough to handle most emergencies.

The key was the chickens' natural instinct for insects. It was as if they felt an irresistible urge to eat any insect they saw, compelling them to actively attack even hidden poisonous ones.

In short... you have Poison Flies, I have chickens, and that means I can dominate you!

After Duan'er and Li Zhua's explanation, Yan Xing finally understood why the chickens he raised were so popular among the werewolves.

Faced with the two Werewolf Clan Leaders' renewed requests to buy magical beast chickens, Yan Xing refused, "Right now, Eternal Domain only has these thirteen magical beast chickens. I'm thinking of keeping them as breeding stock. Once they've produced more offspring, I'll definitely sell to your two tribes first."

Duan'er said, "Master, magical beasts that have undergone Demonization and mutation cannot breed offspring. Please, just sell us one. Just one."

Yan Xing gained a new piece of knowledge about magical beasts.

This was similar to how mules are produced from the interbreeding of horses and donkeys.

He just didn't know how these chickens had become demonized.

Thinking of Demonization…

Yan Xing was reminded of something else strange: the Akhal-Teke horse he had purchased seemed different from when he first bought it.

Though not larger like the magical beast chickens, its eyes were becoming increasingly spirited, and it seemed as though a slight breeze always surrounded it.

Could my horse have undergone Demonization too? I must go see!

"Let's set aside the magical beast chickens for now," Yan Xing said. "You two come with me to the stables and help me check on my horse."

Yan Xing, leading a reluctant Duan'er and Li Zhua, left the chicken farm and headed for the stables.

Inside the stables, besides the Akhal-Teke horse Yan Xing had bought for himself, there were also over ten Sanhe horses.

Sanhe horses are a domestic breed, developed by crossbreeding various famous horse breeds from around the world. They are known for their handsome appearance, sturdy physique, symmetrical structure, and good stamina.

And they were inexpensive. A decent Sanhe horse could be bought for a few thousand dollars, and even better quality was available for a higher price.

So, Yan Xing had ordered fifteen Sanhe horses to see if they could adapt to this world's environment.

If they adapted, he could purchase them in large numbers in the future.

The grasslands are so vast; it would be a shame not to raise horses.

Before Yan Xing, Duan'er, and Li Zhua even drew close, the Akhal-Teke horse began snorting from afar, stomping its hooves in excitement.

The First Order Peasant responsible for managing the stables immediately came out to greet his master.

"Alright, alright… stand aside," Yan Xing said, waving the peasant away. He then walked with Duan'er and Li Zhua closer to the Akhal-Teke horse.

Werewolves possess a strong, wild nature, and most horses exhibit nervousness around them. If werewolves approached too closely, horses tended to back away; more spirited ones might even attack.

However, Yan Xing's Akhal-Teke horse remained very calm upon seeing Duan'er and Li Zhua approach. It ambled over to Yan Xing, affectionately nuzzling him with its head.

Yan Xing stroked the Akhal-Teke horse's neck, deliberately observing his six-million-dollar mount.

You absolutely cannot have any problems! Six million… no insurance company will cover that.

When bought, the Ferghana horse had been pure white with no other colors, its mane smooth and exceptionally handsome.

Now, upon closer inspection, its white coat had taken on a hint of metallic silver.

Yan Xing's heart skipped a beat.

It really has changed.

He continued to observe. The Ferghana horse's size didn't appear to have changed significantly; it remained as dashing and graceful as ever.

Only its mane and tail hairs had grown longer, appearing somewhat ethereal, as if a gentle breeze constantly rustled them.

This was a stable, enclosed by four walls—where could the wind be coming from?

He then looked at its hooves. Around them, within a ten-centimeter radius, dust and scattered hay were being blown away by an invisible airflow.

Yan Xing had the Ferghana horse take a step.

Sure enough, as its hoof struck the ground, a swirl of air formed, sweeping the spot clean.

At this point, Yan Xing didn't even need Duan'er and Li Zhua's assessment; he was certain his treasured horse had definitely undergone Demonization.

Of course, Duan'er and Li Zhua were Beast Tamers from the Swamp Tribe; they would surely discern more details.

"Two Clan Leaders, please take a look… What has become of my horse? Has it changed for the better or for the worse?" This chapter was made possible by the MV_LEMPYR community.

Duan'er and Li Zhua circled the Ferghana horse, inspecting it.

They occasionally moved closer to touch its coat and examine its musculature, checking its ears and teeth.

They even lifted its hooves to tap underneath and raised its tail to examine its rear.

They were more thorough than professional veterinarians.

Finally, Duan'er and Li Zhua returned to Yan Xing's side.

Duan'er, stroking his chin and studying the horse's appearance, said thoughtfully, "My lord… your horse has undergone Demonization as well."

Isn't that stating the obvious?

"And it's a very high-level Demonization."

Demonization has levels? Yan Xing listened quietly.

Duan'er continued, "To be precise… it should be called evolution."

Yan Xing couldn't help himself. "Li Zhua, you explain."

Li Zhua's mind was still sharp, and he immediately clarified for Yan Xing, "The Demonization and evolution of non-sentient beings… are actually similar to the advancement and promotion to Hero status for sentient beings.

"A human First Order Peasant, with talent and training, can advance all the way to a Twelfth Order Holy Knight. But if they cannot be promoted to a Hero, Twelfth Order is the limit for a human.

"A non-sentient being's Demonization, like advancement, can result in a surge of strength, but it cannot exceed the limitations of its order.

"Evolution is equivalent to becoming a Hero-level magical creature.

"The strength increase from evolution isn't as obvious as that from Demonization. However, influenced by time and its own innate talents, evolution gradually makes the magical creature stronger and more intelligent."

Isn't that perfectly clear?

In other words, my Ferghana horse is now on the same level as me; we're both Hero units.

When I was a First-Order Hero, I might not have been able to defeat a Werewolf, but now at Level Ten, I can take on at least two.

I just don't know what level my Ferghana horse is as a Hero unit. Given the subtle changes… it's probably a low level.

At this moment, a system notification suddenly appeared.

[Subordinate Hero Unit: Ferghana Horse. Identification Completion: 30%.]

[To view the Ferghana Horse's attributes, please complete identification to at least 70%.]

Werewolf Beast Tamers have this function too?