Forming a Contract

"Look at me?"

Xiao Fan looked at Zijin with one wing on its hip and the other pointing at him, his face full of disbelief.

What does it matter to him whether the Fairy Fish lives or dies?

He had no idea how to revive the Fairy Fish.

But...

Before he could ask a question, Zijin nodded emphatically at him, his tone crisp and resolute, without the slightest hesitation.

"That's right, it's all about you."

Now, Xiao Fan was completely dumbfounded, his brows furrowed tightly, and the doubts in his heart grew even deeper.

He subconsciously went through all the skills he possessed from beginning to end, checking them one by one, searching through all his abilities, but he couldn't find any skills that could heal Magic Beast, bring the dead back to life, or revive Fairy Fish.

Isn't the problem with his skills, or with the items he carries?

A thought suddenly exploded in his mind.

Xiao Fan's first thought was of the Dragon Token.

Zijin had previously mentioned to him that the Divine Dragon was the supreme leader of all water-type Magic Beast, Yu Tian, while the Fairy Fish itself was a pure water-type magical Monster Beast. The two shared the same origin and had the same attributes.

The Divine Dragon's legacy sealed within the Dragon Token might truly hold the power to reverse fate and revive the Fairy Fish.

But as soon as the thought crossed his mind, Xiao Fan hesitated, and a deep reluctance welled up in his eyes.

Every prop he carries is a treasure, each one incredibly precious.

Especially this Dragon Token that carries the Divine Dragon Inheritance, which is the opportunity he has been longing for.

He could only hope that this Dragon Token would yield some Divine Dragon Inheritance.

Although the Fairy Fish was indeed pitiful, he was extremely unwilling to give up his treasured Dragon Token and waste the once-in-a-millennium divine Fairy Fish Divine Dragon Inheritance to save her life.

For a moment, Xiao Fan's expression shifted rapidly, a truly fascinating display.

Zijin, who was standing to the side, took in his series of micro-expressions. Curiosity arose, and he leaned forward slightly, getting closer, and asked in confusion.

What's with that weird expression you're making?

Upon hearing this, Xiao Fan quickly composed himself, his expression returning to calm, as if the struggle he had just endured had never occurred.

He coughed lightly and said in a deliberately nonchalant tone, "If you ask me, since the Fairy Fish willingly sacrificed herself to heal the Seven-Colored Deer, it was her own choice and her destiny. We outsiders shouldn't interfere. Why don't we grant her wish?"

The Fairy Fish, lying on the Blue Stone platform with a faint and fleeting breath, froze instantly, completely bewildered.

Didn't you just say you'd revive me? Why the sudden change of heart?

After Xiao Fan's startling words, the scene fell silent instantly.

Everyone present, including all the Magic Beast, turned their heads and stared at Xiao Fan, their eyes filled with surprise and confusion, creating an extremely subtle atmosphere.

Being stared at by everyone like this, Xiao Fan couldn't help but feel embarrassed, his ears burning slightly, but he still tried his best to remain calm.

Some words, once spoken, can never be taken back.

Zijin instantly saw through Xiao Fan's schemes based on his several changes in expression and his excuses. He rolled his eyes helplessly, too lazy to beat around the bush, and directly explained the truth.

"Stop overthinking and making wild guesses, and don't be stingy with your trump card. To revive the Fairy Fish, you don't need your Dragon Token inheritance at all; all you need is to form a contract with her."

She paused, then continued patiently to explain:

"Once you sign the contract, you and she will establish a fundamental bond. At that time, you will be able to transfer your energy to the dying Fairy Fish, stabilize her remaining soul and essence, save her life, and then slowly help her repair her depleted power, allowing her to gradually regain her vitality."

Happiness came so suddenly!

Xiao Fan's eyes widened instantly, his face filled with ecstatic joy.

The way to save the Fairy Fish is to make a contract with her!

In other words, he not only doesn't have to give anything, but he can also obtain a contracted Magic Beast.

Although he already has a contracted Magic Beast, who would complain about having too many?

Besides, the Fairy Fish is a level 300 water-type Magic Beast. Although she is on the verge of death, Zijin said that he could use his energy to help her restore her strength.

Xiao Fan knew what Zijin meant by "energy"—it was the players' mana.

What he has no shortage of is mana.

Use it, use it as much as you want, he has plenty.

Before Xiao Fan could speak, Zhou He's voice came from behind him.

"Since Brother Xiao is unwilling to sign a contract with the Fairy Fish, then I am willing to sign a contract with her and help her restore her energy."

"A contract isn't important; my main concern is saving the Fairy Fish's life."

Zhou He spoke with righteous indignation, leaving Xiao Fan speechless.

How come he never knew Zhou He was so good at exploiting loopholes?

Did he say he was unwilling?

Is he willing to do this well?

Then... Zijin shook his head.

"No, only Jiu Chen can do this. You don't have enough energy. If you forcefully help the Fairy Fish, she might drain your energy and destroy you."

Hearing this, Zhou He felt a little regretful, but he didn't say anything more.

He also wanted to own a level 300 contracted Magic Beast, but he believed Zijin's words.

That's true. How could an ordinary player possibly save a level 300 Magic Beast? Only a genius like Brother Xiao could do it.

Jian Qingfeng, standing behind Zhou He, also sighed; he wanted to try his luck too.

If it doesn't work, then forget it.

In fact, what Zijin said was true.

It's simply impossible for an average player to revive a Magic Beast that's almost dead and has lost its Life Crystal.

She thought Xiao Fan was capable because he had previously used his energy to help her restore her original form.

She knew that Xiao Fan's energy was indeed frighteningly abundant. Even if he couldn't revive the Fairy Fish in one go, he wouldn't be dried out by the Fairy Fish.

Xiao Fan breathed a slight sigh of relief.

It has to be him; no one else could seize this opportunity.

Xiao Fan was once again grateful that he had created the <Halo of the Saint> skill; the more he progressed, the more he realized how abnormally powerful this skill was.

A skill that can grow infinitely is just too powerful!

"By the way, Zijin, didn't I already sign Life Bond with you? Can I sign one with the Fairy Fish?"

Zijin nodded, then shook his head and explained.

"A person can only sign Life Bond once, so I want you to sign a master-servant contract with the Fairy Fish. You can sign many such contracts."

"Haha, I see."

"Zijin truly lives up to his reputation as my best partner; even at a time like this, he doesn't forget to help me strategize."

Xiao Fan looked at the Fairy Fish with a grin, then suddenly realized that what he was doing was a bit inappropriate, so he stopped smiling and said something.

"The Fairy Fish has it tough too. Although it killed a few players, it was out of necessity. Well, I'm so kind, I'll reluctantly form a contract with it and save its life."

Shameless! Utterly shameless!

Upon hearing Xiao Fan's words, the surrounding players rolled their eyes to the sky.

If it weren't for Jiu Chen speaking, they would have at least made a few sarcastic remarks.

That's a level 300 Magic Beast, and he actually said he'd reluctantly sign a contract!

But then you think about how Xiao Fan has a level 300 Magic Beast as a mount, and that bird that looks small and cute, but seems very powerful.

Perhaps a Fairy Fish really doesn't mean much to him.

Sigh, how can the differences between people be so vast?

Xiao Fan agreed, but the Fairy Fish and the Seven-Colored Deer's expressions changed drastically when they heard that they had to sign a contract with humans.

"Your Highness, is there no other way besides this method?"

The Seven-Colored Deer glanced at the Fairy Fish, then looked at Xiao Fan.

He could tell that Xiao Fan and Zijin had an unusual relationship, but...

After some internal struggle, the Seven-Colored Deer finally mustered the courage to ask Zijin.

"Your Highness, is there no other way besides this?"

Magic Beast are unwilling to sign contracts with humans, let alone master-servant contracts, especially with such a weak human.

The Fairy Fish was once a proud Magic Beast, Seven-Colored Deer didn't want to see it bound by humans in the future.

"Yes, there are high-level Heavenly Spirit Treasure that can save her life, but you'll have to find them yourselves. Even if you find them and heal her, she'll only become an ordinary beast. My master is trying to save you out of kindness; if you're unwilling, then forget it."

Upon hearing this, the Seven-Colored Deer's expression changed instantly.

Compared to becoming an ordinary beast, making a contract with a human isn't so unacceptable.

And listen to what this pure-blooded prince said.

She seems to be this human's Life Bond.

Even Pure-Blood Magic Beast have formed contracts with him, so it doesn't seem like a big deal that Fairy Fish would also form a contract with him.