Beast Taming: the More the Better Chapter 919 - 387: Dragon Gate! Dragon’s Mark! (Part 3)

Su Ping had absolutely no idea that his visit to the Dragon Gate this time would bring such immense rewards.

Setting aside everything else, the True Dragon Mark imprinted within his soul was already a treasure beyond measure.

This mark even exceeded the Celestial Tomb Mark in terms of sheer quantity, yet it came without any of the detrimental side effects.

For Su Ping, this was an unparalleled treasure.

As Su Ping continued his ascent, an instinctual urge to take another step upwards surged within him.

However, at that precise moment, a dragon's roar, far more potent than any before, echoed through the air. In the very next second, Su Ping felt his body violently expelled.

He was unceremoniously ejected from the Dragon Gate's steps.

Fortunately, the Legend of the Holy Dragon, positioned beside the steps, reacted with lightning speed, intercepting Su Ping mid-fall and ensuring he landed safely at the base.

Su Ping patted his chest, a sense of lingering fear mingling with regret as he uttered,

"It appears the fourth layer was my absolute limit. What a shame!"

He could feel that had he pushed further, the origin of this Dragon's Mark would have deepened, but alas...

It was then that Su Ping noticed the peculiar expression on the man's face before him.

Was this truly a pity?

If this was considered a pity, wouldn't that make the man's situation even more regrettable?

The man pursed his lips, a moment of contemplation passing before he decided against asking any questions.

In truth, further inquiries were unnecessary.

The reason was simple: after Su Ping reached the fourth rank and amidst the strengthening of the Dragon's Mark, the man had sensed a distinct aura emanating from him.

This aura was exceedingly familiar.

Dragon Might!

How could the Legend of the Holy Dragon not recognize such a talent?

Nevertheless, this talent was exceptionally rare.

He had previously harbored suspicions that Su Ping's remarkable progress might be attributed to a secondary talent, perhaps even positioning him as a once-in-a-billion Beastmaster with three distinct talents.

At this juncture, as Su Ping inadvertently radiated Dragon Might, it provided the man with the crucial understanding of how this audacious young man managed to ascend four times.

While possessing the Dragon Might talent alone still rendered an ascent of four levels somewhat unbelievable, it at least offered a plausible reason and explanation.

An explanation that was, to him, acceptable.

Consequently, with little more said, the Legend of the Holy Dragon offered a smile and a nod.

"Very well. My original intention was for you to successfully obtain the Dragon's Mark after entering the Celestial Tomb, perhaps to slightly mitigate the influence of the Celestial Tomb Mark on you. But now, I see I underestimated you. Su Ping, you have truly surpassed my expectations."

"Just luck, a fleeting stroke of luck, hehe."

Su Ping felt a surge of relief inwardly. To be truthful, the earlier display of Dragon Might wasn't an unintentional emission but a deliberate act, intended to subtly leak out at that opportune moment.

He himself acknowledged that his ability to reach the fourth rank seemed somewhat… extraordinary.

And having previously heard him allude to a potential second talent, it was only natural to attempt to reveal a sliver of his 'secondary talent'.

This would, by extension, provide him with a readily acceptable reason.

The Legend of the Holy Dragon nodded and, with a wave of his hand, instantly transported them both back to the pavilion above.

"Alright, I didn't anticipate you gaining the Dragon Gate's acknowledgment. It's getting late, and since you still intend to participate in the final trial in a few days, ensure you get adequate rest."

This interaction was clearly drawing to a close.

Yet, Su Ping felt a pang of regret, wishing he could inquire further about any other uses for the Dragon's Mark.

But observing the man lost in his own thoughts, seemingly disinclined to elaborate, he resolved to seek opportunities later.

Su Ping quickly nodded in agreement.

"Understood. Please attend to your affairs."

While he hadn't yet explored other inheritance grounds within Dragon City, he wasn't concerned, possessing ample time within the Imperial Capital.

Currently, his foremost priority was an impatient desire to meet Meng Huangliang.