Russell was not worried at all about whether he could form a contract with Unicorn Polly. Phantom Beast Whisper gave him that confidence.
So when Roland asked sourly, Russell answered easily, "Big Brother, how do you think I brought Polly home? If Polly hadn't acknowledged me, then with her strength, I wouldn't have been able to touch her at all."
Roland's mouth twitched. "Not necessarily. Mental synchronization is also important. You must remember that."
Baron Roman waved a hand indifferently. "Why so much trouble? If they won't obey, beat them up. Beat them enough, and what thoughts can't synchronize? Do you think I contracted the Wuyou Snake King and the Silver Winged Wind Fox out of love... It was pain."
"Can violent restraint of Phantom Beasts really achieve mental synchronization, Father?" Russell asked curiously.
"Why not? Phantom Beasts are quite intelligent. As long as you can make them submit, mental synchronization will naturally come quickly. Of course, insects like the Glow Scorpion, whose brains are a little fried, need to be excluded."
Roland asked with concern, "Has no Great Knight been found who can establish an intimate relationship with the Glow Scorpion?"
"Dozens of Great Knights have tried. No means no. Other than eating, this bug isn't interested in anything." Baron Roman shook his head. He was troubled by this insect-type Phantom Beast as well.
An uncontracted Phantom Beast could hardly unleash its full combat power. Every extra day it was fed meant another day of wasted resources.
Russell casually suggested, "I just recruited a Great Knight follower. He has a very calm temperament. Perhaps he could give it a try."
Roland narrowed his eyes. "Are you willing to let him follow Father?"
"I would rather buy the Glow Scorpion."
"The family has never had the habit of selling Phantom