Chapter 164: Chosen True Dragon
Instinctively opening his eyes, Matthew found himself staring into Yaya's bright blue eyes!
The little one was lying in his arms, giggling gleefully.
She had transformed into a small girl, about 3 to 4 years old, delicate and exquisitely carved like jade!
"Gurgle..."
"Oh no, my belly isn't listening to me!"
Her soft, white face was full of confusion about being hungry.
She tilted her little head, her smooth hair gently falling as she snuggled closer, her pure, unblemished eyes reflecting Matthew's face.
Matthew was instantly charmed, completely captivated by her.
Chuckling happily, Matthew lifted Yaya and placed her on his shoulder, holding her tiny hand as he smiled and said:
"If you give it something delicious, it'll listen to you."
Yaya tilted her head in realization, nodding with newfound understanding. She thought of all kinds of food, her mouth watering at the thought.
Her body had grown larger, and her clothes seemed to have shrunk.
Matthew sent a "Message Spell" to Butler Ralph while glancing at Yaya's attribute panel.
Name: Yaya
Race: Time Dragon
Profession: Level 1 → 2 Arcanist
Age: 3 months (Hatchling Phase)
Talent: True Dragon Bloodline LV2 → LV3, All Attributes +2 → +4, Mastery of Bloodline Powers, Understanding of Polymorph Spell.
Challenge Level: 12+ → 15+!
Equipment: Shadowfang
Specializations:
Extraordinary Specialization - Dragon's Might LV2 → LV3
Extraordinary Specialization - Exile Breath LV2 → LV3
Extraordinary Specialization - True Dragon Body LV1 → LV2
Advanced Specialization - Quick Spellcasting LV1.
Advanced Specialization - Mana Drain LV1.
...
Skills:
0-Level Spells:
Light Spell LV2, Minor Repair LV2, Cleanse LV2…
1-Level Spells:
Magic Missile LV4, Sleep Spell LV4, Grease Spell LV2, Weakness Spell LV2…
Special Spell:
Mirror Image.
Abilities:
Meditation (80 → 105), Knowledge (80 → 95), Perception (80 → 85), Evasion (50 → 75), Flight (60 → 105).
Attributes:
Strength: 15 → 17, Modifier +4
Dexterity: 17 → 20, Modifier +5
Intelligence: 21 → 23, Modifier +7
Constitution: 18 → 20, Modifier +5
Perception: 22 → 23, Modifier +7
Charisma: 24 → 25, Modifier +7
Luck: +5.
Physical Attack: 4+7=11
Spell Attack: 7+4=11
Physical Defense: 5+6=11
Spell Defense: 5+8=13
Health: 40+20+20/80
Mana: 230+20/250
Evaluation: Chosen True Dragon!
"Whoa, I didn't expect Yaya to fully evolve into a true dragon after absorbing most of the fate power!"
"Her challenge level is now 15+, no need to worry about handling most extraordinary professionals!"
"Her stats are over the top—she's stronger than most young dragons!"
"Yaya's bloodline is full of surprises—she's always capable of giving me pleasant shocks!"
"Haha, with polymorph at her disposal, hiding her presence will be much easier…"
Matthew's mind was filled with joyous thoughts as he envisioned Yaya pulling off surprise attacks in all kinds of tactical scenarios.
The image was simply too good!
Outside the manor,
Butler Ralph's face was calm, but his heart grew heavier with worry.
He was reviewing the intelligence reports he had received, his eyes filled with a cold fury.
But he held it in, not letting it show.
He simply took stock of the supplies being delivered and ordered them to be stored away.
Nearby, Angela took the reports and couldn't help but curse softly:
"These sewer-dwelling slimes, do they really think we're afraid to act?"
Ralph shook his head slowly, looking at the newly refurbished Bay Town, suppressing his anger as he continued calmly:
"Don't act impulsively. As long as we don't strike first, they can't touch us. Wait until the Lord leaves the lab, and then we'll decide."
As the two discussed how to deal with the increasingly aggressive enemies,
A heated argument suddenly broke out on a distant street.
Angela's expression changed, and she immediately led the soldiers to intervene.
The commotion was quickly quelled, the troublemakers arrested, and everything seemed to return to its usual calm.
Ralph watched this scene with clear eyes, knowing full well that it was a deliberate test.
A few disgruntled patrolling soldiers passed by Ralph, muttering under their breath. Their discontented conversation drifted into his ears:
"These damn adventurers are getting more and more unruly!"
"Yeah, now they've even dared to cause trouble in town. We need to teach them a harsh lesson!"
"Some adventurers aren't following orders, causing damage instead of completing their tasks…"
"I don't know what's going on in their heads."
"What else? We've been treating them too well in Bay Town!"
"Some people, you give them an inch, and they take a mile!"
"…"
Ralph pretended not to hear any of it, firmly remembering the Lord's orders:
"As long as the army, finances, and food supplies are in check, the territory won't fall into chaos."
Despite the adventurers' antics, Ralph knew that once the Lord returned, he could easily clear them out.
But for the sake of the Lord's plans, Ralph chose to remain patient.
Just as Ralph was about to head back to the Adventurer's Hall to inspect and give orders,
A communication spell reached him, and his usual stoic expression broke into one of joy.
Quickly regaining his composure, Ralph turned to his personal guards and instructed them to continue with their tasks as he proceeded to the Adventurer's Hall.
He was determined to gather the information and show these fools the consequences of their actions!
Shortly after,
Several newly recruited maids brought fresh clothes and food to Matthew's bedroom.
Matthew emerged from the chamber, accompanied by a ravenous Yaya, and they both began devouring the food.
"Mmm… delicious!"
"Wow… I've never tasted this before…"
"Wow, this is so flavorful!"
"Hehe, I want more!"
"…"
Despite Yaya's small size, her appetite seemed bottomless.
Several large plates of food were gone in no time.
Luckily, more food was soon brought in, and Matthew was pleasantly surprised by the variety of dishes.
He bit into a slice of pork belly, the balance of fat and lean perfect, and swallowed it after a few chews.
Matthew, feeling the hunger in his stomach, found himself enjoying his meal immensely.
He had already eaten three pounds of meat, along with various magical foods like konjac, yet he still felt hungry.
He handed Yaya a chicken leg.
The little girl eagerly accepted it with her tiny hands, swiftly finishing the braised meat in her mouth.
She bit into the tender chicken leg, and with a quick pull, left only a clean bone.
Yaya's face was covered in grease, but she didn't care about appearances; her mind was entirely focused on the feast before her.
Matthew carved a slice of roasted lamb, cutting through the fragrant, crispy skin, then wrapped it in a piece of dough with some green onions and took a bite.
He handed the rest to Yaya.
The little one climbed onto a stool, her hands working furiously—one hand tearing the meat, the other stuffing the onions into her mouth, her cheeks bulging with food.
Savoring every bite was a pleasure.
But devouring it all was equally satisfying.
"Burp…!"
With her belly full, Yaya rubbed her round tummy with her left hand and let out a comfortable burp.
She giggled with her crescent-moon-shaped eyes, happily swinging her legs, while her small hands continued to munch on fried beans.
Waking up just to eat!
Life was good~
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