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Meng Bai swallowed hard, his racing heart gradually settling. His mind was still trying to process everything that had just transpired, but one thing was certain—he had experienced something life-changing. Whether it was the purification of his body or the harrowing encounter with Little Shrubby, this night would be etched into his memory forever.
After a moment of deep breathing, he managed to calm down and regain some composure.
"I didn't think you had a tamed beast," Meng Bai finally said as he got to his feet.
"I have a few," Lin Mu corrected.
"You have more?" Meng Bai was surprised. "Where are they?"
"They're away for now, but should return soon," Lin Mu replied.
"I see..." Meng Bai found it unusual. Most Beast Tamers rarely let their beasts leave their side, except in cases where they were used as messengers, like certain avian species, or as mounts lent to others.
