Seeing that astonishing scene, the Ice Attribute Transcendent's pupils constricted sharply, "Does that Third Rank Demon Beast have such strong Water Control ability?!"
Once Demon Beasts reach the Third Rank, in addition to their powerful physical strength, they also possess some unique abilities. That fleeing Third Rank Demon Beast had previously exhibited the ability to control water and hide within it. This was the key reason it could escape from Ji Huai.
Although he had known this beforehand, the Ice Attribute Transcendent still couldn't believe that the Third Rank Demon Beast could create such a terrifying scene.
Thinking of the consequences of letting it surge towards the shore, the Ice Attribute Transcendent's eyes instantly reddened, his body surged with a pitch-black light, and his voice became even more horrifying. It seemed as though he was about to unleash some forbidden power; the chill around him grew even sharper, his speed increased, and the ice became even tougher.
"Hurry up, everyone…"
"Slap!" A hand was placed on his shoulder; it was Ji Huai.
"Don't use that skill," Ji Huai said calmly, "Don't rush."
While speaking, Ji Huai didn't speed up but instead came to a stop.
Seeing the puzzled look in the others' eyes, Ji Huai's eyes were unusually filled with a hint of a smile.
"It's one of our own."
"This strength... tsk tsk tsk."
In the conference room of the Special Affairs Group Headquarters building, Lan Cheng watched the replay of the battle video, where Qin Chuan killed a Third Rank Demon Beast in one strike, and the aftermath killed hundreds of First and Second Rank Demon Beasts, and couldn't help but marvel, "Just one Spiritual Beast has advanced to Elite Rank, and it's this strong?"
Zhou Zixiu and Ji Huai were also in the conference room.
They were both aware of Qin Chuan's identity, so there was no need to avoid discussing it.
"Normally, it shouldn't be this strong," Zhou Zixiu smiled, "but this is East Lake, and the beast Qin Chuan advanced was originally a Water Attribute."
"Once advanced, aside from acquiring powerful new skills, the existing skills are also enhanced and gain new effects, amounting to a comprehensive improvement."
"So, right now, Qin Chuan in his Water Attribute form is at his strongest."
"Facing Demon Beasts in water, he has a significant advantage."
"So that's it…" Lan Cheng nodded in realization, his eyes reflecting thoughtfulness, "But this is already very strong."
"I have an idea." He turned his head to look at Ji Huai, "Without such Water Attribute environmental factors, could Qin Chuan kill a Third Rank Demon Beast?"
"He could," Ji Huai considered a moment, making a judgment about Qin Chuan's current strength, "Demon Beasts around level 23 should be the limit he could kill."
"That's already very impressive; the growth of Demon Beasts isn't so fast after the Third Rank," Lan Cheng clicked his tongue, then suddenly spoke, "I remember, didn't our Changxing City Special Affairs Group capture a level 22 Demon Beast previously?"
"Chief, what are you thinking?" Zhou Zixiu's eyes suddenly became wary, "I feel like you're up to something."
"That's not what I'm saying." Lan Cheng grinned, "I'm not as capable at causing trouble as you two."
"I'm thinking, with the last practical exam before the college entrance exam in three days, why not put that Third Rank Demon Beast in the exam area too?" He tapped his knuckles on the table, "If it's all Second Rank Demon Beasts, it won't showcase Qin Chuan's true strength."
"I've heard Qin Chuan is already rated 'A+' at Yan University; if he can kill a Third Rank Demon Beast during the third practical exam, advancing to an S rank wouldn't be a problem."
"The difference between S and A rank is quite big; that's where the resources are focused."
"The higher-ups want us to take care of Qin Chuan to some extent, to show goodwill, right? I think this idea isn't bad."
"Bad idea my ass." Zhou Zixiu's forehead creased with worry, "You might be taking care of Qin Chuan, but what about the safety of the other candidates?"
"With regards to the rule that points must be deducted for exams being interrupted due to emergencies, there's already been a lot of controversial opinions; making the exam this dangerous would only increase public pressure."
"Public opinion? Behind it, they are either foolish or malicious," Lan Cheng replied calmly, "The anticipation of crises and caution for safety are components necessary to be tested."
"If points aren't deducted for interruptions, candidates will lower their regard for exam safety, thinking that if they encounter danger and the exam is stopped, someone will save them without any loss, risking safety to earn higher scores during the exam process."
"This would put enormous pressure on the rescue personnel and bring unnecessary risks."
"A death tally of zero in the past two exams proves the necessity of this rule."
"As for sudden accidents..." his voice paused slightly, "sometimes, luck is also a part of strength."
"Candidates can get sick; can you have a retest just for you?"
"I know these rules are necessary, but..." Zhou Zixiu pressed his hand against his forehead.
"This time, an interruption will still result in a 10% deduction," Lan Cheng declared firmly, "This will not change; in the face of public opinion, we should even more stick to our principles and standards!"
"Moreover, based on the right to know about the exams, we need to inform the candidates in advance about the presence of a Third Rank Demon Beast," Lan Cheng smiled, "This will also test their courage."
"But what about safety?" Zhou Zixiu spoke gravely, "Third Rank Demon Beasts are too uncontrollable, other than Qin Chuan, any encounters would be deadly for the rest."
"Safety is certainly something we need to be cautious about," Lan Cheng paused, "Firstly, a tracking device will be installed on the Third Rank Demon Beast, and this time, each candidate will carry a locator display, always able to check the location of the Third Rank Demon Beast."
"Second..." Lan Cheng looked at Ji Huai, "Ji Huai, you will covertly follow that Third Rank Demon Beast full-time, ready to intervene if necessary."
Usually, for safety, security personnel would follow the candidates.
But in this case, having Ji Huai follow the Third Rank Demon Beast seemed more secure.
"I can follow the Third Rank Demon Beast, but you need to consider another possibility," Ji Huai spoke calmly, "Qin Chuan might not be willing to reveal his true strength in front of so many people."
Right now, the players with Spiritual Beasts who had advanced to the Elite Rank were still too few.
So revealing Qin Chuan's strength meant exposing his dream identity.
Considering Ji Huai's understanding of Qin Chuan, he might not be willing to do this.
"This..." Lan Cheng found this a bit tricky.
"How about this," Zhou Zixiu suddenly spoke, "the total duration of the next exam is still two hours. If an hour passes and the Third Rank Demon Beast hasn't been killed, Ji Huai will intervene and kill it."
"For the remaining hour, there won't be a Third Rank Demon Beast anymore."
"Whether to choose to intervene will be Qin Chuan's decision."
"If Qin Chuan chooses to kill the Third Rank Demon Beast..." Zhou Zixiu's voice paused slightly, "at that point we'll consider, based on the situation, how to cover his identity."