Liu Yi put away her phone and stood up.
Inside the training ground, Ziyue moved between the floating islands, treading on a Frost Path, her Ice Crystal Doppelganger closely following at her side.
This time, the doppelganger's details were even more exquisite than before. The Ice Fox's fur texture was clearly visible, the curve of its two tails perfectly matched Ziyue's real body, and even the faint purple around its eyes was mimicked to perfection.
Ziyue leaped from the edge of a floating island, and the doppelganger jumped in sync.
Two silver-blue figures arced gracefully through the air, landing simultaneously on a slowly rotating secondary island.
Ziyue's aura was completely reined in, and the Ice Crystal Doppelganger remained steadily suspended beside her.
The ice crystals at its edges occasionally trembled slightly, but quickly stabilized again.
On the other side, Chiying's practice also continued.
It hovered in the center of the arena, its body once again glowing with golden and purplish-black light. The two energies slowly intertwined on its surface, their colors gradually deepening.
Chiying opened its mouth, and a dark golden ball of energy condensed in its throat—
This time, it didn't rush to release it, instead controlling the energy to repeatedly compress within its throat.
The energy mass became increasingly solid, its color gradually shifting from dark gold to deep purplish-gold, with subtle, arc-like patterns beginning to appear on its surface.
Chiying abruptly blasted it out—
“Boom!”
A thick stream of purplish-gold energy erupted from its mouth, tracing a straight line through the air, and violently struck the training target twenty meters away!
The training target's surface instantly shimmered with a purplish-black halo, then the entire target was engulfed by the purplish-gold light. When the light dissipated, the target's surface was covered in fine cracks, and smoke still wafted from its edges.
Chiying looked at the ruined training target, a hint of satisfaction flashing in its eyes.
Observing Ziyue and Chiying's learning progress, Liu Yi felt that they were not far from mastering Ice Crystal Doppelganger and Dragon's Breath.
Time quietly flowed by amidst the two pets' training.
...
At half past noon, Liu Yi called a halt to the training.
“Eat first, then rest for a bit.” She took latent energy pills and energy liquid from her backpack and gave them to Ziyue and Chiying.
Liu Yi ate something herself, then leaned back in her chair and closed her eyes to rest.
The midday sun of the Monte Region streamed down through the training ground's transparent dome, feeling warm and cozy.
After finishing her latent energy pills, Ziyue curled up beside Liu Yi, resting her head on her lap, and soon began to purr softly.
Chiying also coiled up beside Liu Yi, nudging her hand onto its head, then closed its eyes.
The training ground grew quiet, with only the faint hum of the energy shield operating.
Liu Yi dozed off vaguely, and in her dream, she seemed to see a Blazing Lion's pet egg glowing, its flame patterns flickering like a heartbeat.
“Ding-dong.”
Her phone suddenly vibrated, pulling her from her light sleep.
She opened her eyes and glanced at her phone.
A push notification popped up on the screen, from the official account of the Monte Region Beast Tamer Association.
【Monte Region Beast Tamer Association - Urgent Notice】
【Tonight, from 18:00 to 19:30, the Monte Region will witness a rare annual ecological spectacle: the “Inverted Sea.” During this time, the Mirror Salt Lake area will display a magnificent scene where the sky's reflection blends with the real sky, expected to last approximately one and a half hours.】
【Important Note: During the appearance of the Inverted Sea, the energy field in the Mirror Salt Lake area will experience temporary disruptions. Beast Tamers are advised not to engage in high-intensity battles in the Mirror Salt Lake area during this period to avoid unpredictable energy backlash.】
【Recommended Viewing Points: Mirror Salt Lake Observation Deck, Sky Colosseum Top-Floor Observation Platform, Central Floating Islands High-Altitude Walkway.】
【Note: This Inverted Sea phenomenon is an annual ecological event; missing it means waiting until the same period next year. All Beast Tamers are welcome to come and observe.】
Liu Yi looked at the message, raising an eyebrow slightly.
The Inverted Sea?
She had seen it mentioned on the Beast Tamer Forum before.
It was said that on a certain day each autumn, when the sunlight, clouds, and the Mirror Salt Lake's energy field reached a delicate balance, the entire sky would reflect on the salt lake's surface, creating a spectacular scene of 'the sky at your feet.'
Furthermore, due to the Mirror Salt Lake's special energy field, this reflection wasn't a simple mirror image, but would present a certain 'real' quality.
Looking down from the edge of the salt lake, one would feel as if standing on clouds, with another sky beneath their feet.
Most miraculously, it was said that during this spectacle, some of a pet's skills would undergo unexpected changes.
Especially skills related to light and shadow, mirrors, and illusions.
Liu Yi's gaze fell on the words “Mirror Salt Lake,” deep in thought.
She turned to look at Ziyue.
Ziyue was already awake, tilting her head to look at her, her purple eyes filled with curiosity.
“Bingbing?”
What’s wrong?
Liu Yi turned the phone screen towards it: “This evening, the Monte Region will have a special ecological spectacle. The Mirror Salt Lake will display a sky reflection, which is said to be helpful for light and shadow and mirror-type skills.”
Ziyue's eyes immediately lit up.
It sprang to its feet, tail held high, and let out an excited cry.
“Bingbing!”
Ice Crystal Doppelganger!
“Mm.” Liu Yi's lips curved slightly. “Ice Crystal Doppelganger essentially uses ice crystals to create a mirror image, sharing similarities with the Mirror Salt Lake's principle. Practicing in this environment might yield unexpected benefits.”
Ziyue excitedly spun around twice, then looked at Chiying.
Chiying also opened its eyes, a flicker of interest in its crimson gaze.
“Mo.”
We can go take a look.
Liu Yi checked the time; it was just past two in the afternoon.
From the Monte Beast Tamer Association to the Mirror Salt Lake, it would take about forty minutes by maglev sightseeing vehicle. If they left now, they would arrive around three o'clock, which would be perfect for getting acquainted with the environment before the spectacle appeared at six.
“Then let’s go.” Liu Yi stood up and packed her backpack. “But before we go, I need to check out of the training ground.”
She walked to the arena entrance and swiped her temporary pass on the electronic screen.
“Beep—Training Ground 7, usage ended. Thank you for your patronage, and welcome again.”
The electronic door slid open, and Liu Yi walked out of the training ground with Ziyue and Chiying.
Passing the service desk, she returned the temporary pass to the staff member.
“Was your usage satisfactory?” the staff member asked with a smile.
“Very good, thank you.” Liu Yi nodded. “Also, I wanted to ask if there's anything I should be aware of regarding the Mirror Salt Lake?”
The staff member's eyes lit up when she heard the words “Mirror Salt Lake”: “Are you going to see the Inverted Sea? That's a truly rare opportunity!”
She enthusiastically explained, “The Mirror Salt Lake is in the southeast of the Monte Region, and you can get there directly by taking Maglev Sightseeing Vehicle Line 3. There’s an observation deck there, specially built for viewing the Inverted Sea, with an excellent view.”
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