The Cultivation Method of Junior Sister is Unscientific

Yun Jin pretended not to notice and continued, “The Iron-Eating Beast doesn’t like me today, and I won’t force it. Elder Ling, your kindness was wasted. If there’s nothing else, I’ll take my leave.”

Elder Ling hadn’t yet processed this, still dazed as he opened his mouth to persuade Yun Jin.

But Yun Jin was resolute, turning to leave.

Seeing the human truly about to depart, the Iron-Eating Beast grew anxious. With a speed belying its rotund body, it dashed over and grabbed Yun Jin’s pant leg.

“Iron-Eating Beast?” Yun Jin’s lips curled in an imperceptible smile as she feigned surprise. “Are you here to say goodbye? Alright, I understand. Thank you.”

The Iron-Eating Beast grew more anxious.

This human looked quite pretty, but why did she seem not so bright?

The noble Iron-Eating Beast was right in front of her, couldn’t she beg a little more?

If she pleaded a bit, it would have no choice but to reluctantly agree!

The Iron-Eating Beast frantically tried to signal Yun Jin with its eyes, hoping she’d catch on.

At least give it some promises, offer a way to save face.

After all.

Beast-men never submit, unless food and lodging are provided!

Yun Jin pretended not to understand, patting the Iron-Eating Beast’s head. “Alright, I know you like freedom. Don’t worry, I won’t force you.”

The Iron-Eating Beast grew even more anxious.

What?

She’s giving up just like that?

What’s wrong with this woman!

Not persistent at all!

Come on, insist a little.

“Okay, you can let go now. In ten or eight years, we’ll surely meet again,” Yun Jin said.

Ten…

Eight years…

The Iron-Eating Beast looked thunderstruck.

It gazed pitifully at Yun Jin, and seeing she really wasn’t getting the hint, it had to take the initiative: “Then… will you provide food and lodging?”

Yun Jin raised an eyebrow: “Isn’t that the bare minimum?”

“You also said you’d take me to find my former master,” the Iron-Eating Beast reminded her.

Yun Jin looked confused: “That was on the premise of us contracting. If you don’t contract with me, I can’t just go causing trouble for someone without reason.”

The Iron-Eating Beast looked at Yun Jin resentfully.

It had made its intentions so obvious.

How could this woman still not understand?

It, the Iron-Eating Beast, had changed its mind!

But seeing Yun Jin’s clueless expression, the Iron-Eating Beast was at a complete loss.

Fine, fine, a slightly dim-witted master would do. It would just have to be more proactive.

The Iron-Eating Beast suddenly extended its paw, then put it in its mouth and bit down hard.

Yun Jin’s gaze flickered slightly.

This was…

The next moment, a drop of blood welled up from the center of its paw, floating directly in front of Yun Jin.

Having done this, the Iron-Eating Beast kept urging Yun Jin with its eyes.

“It’s initiating a contract with you,” Elder Ling hastily explained. “Little Jin, force out a drop of your blood too, and merge it with its blood.”

Yun Jin nodded. She stopped teasing the little Iron-Eating Beast and quickly forced out a drop of blood from her fingertip.

The two drops of blood merged in the air.

The originally bright red blood turned golden upon merging.

Normally, Elder Ling would assist in establishing the contract.

But this time, Elder Ling didn’t move.

He just watched the little Iron-Eating Beast somewhat wistfully as it formed a series of mysterious hand seals, actively establishing the contract.

When a spirit beast initiates the contract, it’s both started and completed by the spirit beast.

This type of contract is more stable than those formed through external forces, with a stronger connection.

However.

If abandoned, the spirit beast’s fate is also more tragic.

At best, its power would decline.

At worst, its life would be in danger.

For the Iron-Eating Beast to choose to actively contract with Yun Jin after being abandoned before, it was bearing enormous psychological pressure.

Under the Iron-Eating Beast’s initiative, the contract formed.

Yun Jin vaguely sensed a mysterious connection established between her and the Iron-Eating Beast.

“Elder Ling,” Yun Jin couldn’t help but ask, “Is the contract complete? This seems different from the spirit beast contracting method I’ve heard about.”

Elder Ling sighed slightly, then explained softly to Yun Jin: “Originally, if I were officiating, both parties would generally form an equal contract. If either party wanted to dissolve the relationship, they could safely separate after paying a certain price. But now that it has actively contracted with you, while the restrictions aren’t as extreme as a Master-Servant Contract, it can no longer choose to leave you of its own accord.”

After a pause, Elder Ling added, “But you can choose to abandon it. However, if abandoned, it would be backlashed by the contract and suffer punishment. In severe cases, it could be fatal.”

A hint of surprise flashed in Yun Jin’s eyes.

In her previous life, she never had the chance to contract a spirit beast, so she naturally didn’t know these things.

Although she had quick-transmigrated through many worlds later, including some with beast taming, each world had different settings.

Only with Elder Ling’s explanation did she realize the risk the Iron-Eating Beast was taking by actively contracting with a human.

Yun Jin’s gaze towards the Iron-Eating Beast softened: “Iron-Eating Beast, do you trust me that much?”

The little Iron-Eating Beast felt somewhat embarrassed under her gaze and turned away, leaving her with its thick back.

Yun Jin chuckled softly and said gently, “Don’t worry. Now that we’re contracted, I’ll never betray the contract or you in this lifetime. You’re the spirit beast I chose; you should stand at the peak with me.”

The little Iron-Eating Beast didn’t turn around. It wasn’t sure what the outcome of its impulsive decision would be.

But.

It was too late for regrets now.

It could only trust this new master.

Elder Ling patted the little Iron-Eating Beast’s head and said to Yun Jin, “It doesn’t have a name yet. Remember to give it one later.”

Yun Jin nodded in agreement.

“There are some things to note about raising an Iron-Eating Beast. I’ll give you a booklet later; study it well. Also, it has some daily necessities, take those with you too.”

Elder Ling busily gathered a pile of items.

Yun Jin thanked him and stored them in her storage bag.

Finally, Elder Ling took out a bottle of beast milk and said, “I’ll give this to you, you…”

“Elder Ling, did you know I was thirsty and prepare this specially for me?” Yun Jin felt touched.

Elder Ling was so thoughtful; she loved it.

To not disappoint him, Yun Jin took the bottle, opened the cap, and took a sip.

???

Elder Ling was bewildered.

The little Iron-Eating Beast was also bewildered.

The little Iron-Eating Beast yelped and jumped up, snatching the milk back.

“Mine! This is my milk to drink!” the little Iron-Eating Beast shouted angrily.

Yun Jin: “…”

Was that how it was?

This felt a bit awkward.

Elder Ling coughed lightly twice: “This child is still young, only about six years old. It needs to drink some milk every day, especially before bed. It won’t sleep without drinking. Remember to feed it daily. Also, previously the Beast Pavilion provided this beast milk. After contracting, you’ll need to find it yourself. What I’ve given you is enough for three days. After that, you’ll have to manage on your own.”

“I understand,” Yun Jin’s lips twitched slightly.

In her ears, the Iron-Eating Beast was still frantically complaining.

“My milk! Wuu wuu wuu!”

“Never seen a master fight with their spirit beast over milk!”

“Is it too late to regret now?”

(End of Chapter)