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Only the outermost ring was illuminated, with the moon hanging low above the densely packed skyscrapers of the city.
Maglev trains zipped through the sky, glowing with dazzling blue lights, their futuristic designs enhancing the sci-fi ambiance.
A gentle evening breeze drifted by, and the temperature was comfortable.
Various unfamiliar pet beasts roamed beneath the city's neon lights, creating a surreal and fantastical atmosphere.
This was the scene that greeted Qiao Sang as she stepped out of the starport.
She paused for a moment, then pulled out her phone and snapped away.
Although Blue Star also had pet beasts, none of it compared to the strong otherworldly vibe here!
Officer Chen, dressed in a black shirt, held his luggage in one hand while using his phone with the other.
“The school you’re heading to, Sainan High, is in the 3rd District. It’ll take about three days to get there from the 13th District. We’ll find a hotel nearby for the night and set off tomorrow morning.”
Officer Chen turned his head and saw that all three exchange students were too busy taking pictures, excitement written all over their faces.
The corner of his mouth twitched. He coughed lightly and raised his voice slightly.
“Did you all put identity wristbands on your pet beasts?”
“Done!” Qiao Sang was the first to put down her phone and respond.
On Chaosu Star, wild pet beasts were everywhere. To easily distinguish between wild creatures and contracted ones, every tamed pet beast had to wear an identity wristband.
The moment they disembarked, the staff had handed them out.
Right now, Yabao wore a lightweight miniaturization wristband on his left paw and an identity wristband on his right. Before leaving the spaceship, he had also put on a pair of green triangular sunglasses, making for quite the trendy look.
“Good. Don’t lose it. Replacing it is a hassle.” Officer Chen warned.
Just then, a middle-aged Caucasian man with blond hair, blue eyes, and a noticeable belly approached. Speaking in fluent Mandarin, he said, “Hello, are you travelers? I can give you a ride.”
Qiao Sang looked at him, and a thought popped into her mind: If only everyone in the world spoke Mandarin in my past life too…
“No need.” Officer Chen declined.
The man didn’t give up. He stepped forward and insisted, “You seem new here and unfamiliar with the area. It’s better to have a guide. I can show you around the 13th District.” R𝐀𝐍𝖔ʙƐ𝐬
Officer Chen’s expression turned cold.
The atmosphere grew tense.
Tang Yi and Yang Jiayi noticed the shift and put their phones away.
The man squinted slightly and slid a hand into his pocket.
Shit, is he reaching for a gun? Qiao Sang thought, recalling countless foreign movies from her past life. She tensed.
Sensing Qiao Sang’s shift in mood, Yabao also became alert.
The man glanced down at the small pet beast, unimpressed by its tiny size.
But then his gaze locked onto the lightweight miniaturization wristband on Yabao’s paw.
His pupils shrank. He quickly pulled his hand out of his pocket, forced a friendly smile, and said, “Enjoy your stay here.”
With that, he turned and left.
“Was that guy about to pull out a gun?” Qiao Sang asked.
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Even Officer Chen was momentarily caught off guard, staring at her in shock.
Why would you think something that scary…
“Of course not.” Officer Chen regained his composure.
“Carrying a firearm is illegal in the 13th District. Guys like him just hustle tourists. They use tricks, like having their pet beasts snatch a visitor’s bag, so they can conveniently offer to help chase it down. Since they know the area, most panicked tourists accept.”
“When he put his hand in his pocket, he was probably activating a signal device for his pet beast.”
That’s a thing? Qiao Sang was surprised.
“Isn’t that illegal? Doesn’t anyone stop them?”
Officer Chen explained, “Of course, but these guys only target newcomers. And there’s rarely evidence linking them to the pet beasts. Even if someone reports them, the case usually goes nowhere.”
“Don’t pet beasts have identity wristbands? Wouldn’t it be easy to catch them?”
Officer Chen’s expression turned complicated.
“I explained this on the ship to Tang Yi and Yang Jiayi… but you were always studying in your cabin, so you might not know.”
“Some people on Chaosu Star use wild pet beasts for their schemes. Those hustlers mostly command wild ones, so even if you catch the pet, it leads nowhere.”
Tang Yi and Yang Jiayi nodded in agreement.
“Are wild pet beasts really that obedient?” Qiao Sang asked.
“Of course not.” Officer Chen replied.
“But they have needs too. As long as you can communicate, you can strike deals with them.”
Qiao Sang understood now.
So it’s basically a mission board system, but the ones taking the missions are wild pet beasts…
Qiao Sang quietly read her book.
Yabao and Little Treasure had their faces practically glued to the window, watching the scenery pass by. Every now and then, they’d exclaim, “Yap yap!” or “Xun xun!” in excitement.
Other pet beasts in the train car looked at them with disdain.
On Chaosu Star, public transportation didn’t restrict pet beasts from boarding.
Wild pet beasts were everywhere, so instead of scaring passengers with sudden appearances, it was better to normalize their presence.
“You’re seriously reading a book even after arriving here?! Be human for once!” Tang Yi stared at Qiao Sang in disbelief.
During their time on the spaceship, Qiao Sang rarely left her cabin except for meals. After more than a month together, the three had grown familiar, and Tang Yi now spoke casually with her.
You think I want to? The entrance exams are coming up, I have no choice… Qiao Sang glanced at him.
Just then, the previously calm Sagan Meow in Yang Jiayi’s arms suddenly straightened its leaf, glaring at Yabao in annoyance.
Yang Jiayi panicked and quickly covered its mouth.
But it was too late, Yabao had heard.
He turned his head, locking eyes with Sagan Meow. His small flame wings flared slightly.
He had tolerated this thing long enough! No fighting was allowed on the spaceship, but now that they were on land, it was time to settle the score!
Oh no, the healing soundwave’s effect has worn off… Qiao Sang put down her book, about to intervene.
Before she could, Little Treasure placed a paw on Yabao, giving him a knowing look: Big bro, stay calm. Let me handle this.
Yabao huffed: No need, I got this!
Little Treasure pointed at a sign on the train car wall.
It was a no-fighting symbol.
Qiao Sang followed his gaze and suddenly lit up.
Wow, Little Treasure can recognize signs now? He’s learning so fast!
Little Treasure patted Yabao’s shoulder. His eyes glowed purple.
A second later, Sagan Meow, still glaring at Yabao, abruptly shut its eyes, head drooping as it fell asleep.