Chapter 937, Compatibility

Translator: Silavin

 

Su Bai examined the pale blue Ferocious Beast Crystal in his palm, weighing it a few times as he considered finding a suitable person.

 

He already had appropriate candidates in mind. It was either the Chieftain, Cang Shi, or Sha Hong would do.

 

Those three were the strongest within the Tribe. He estimated only they could withstand the Ferocious Beast Crystal’s power.

 

Of course, this was merely his assumption. He would still need to verify whether the crystal was compatible with any of them.

 

“Shaman, look! The Ferocious Beast Crystal is glowing!” Sha Lan suddenly exclaimed. Her blue eyes widened in astonishment at how beautiful the glowing crystal appeared.

 

“This is the first time it’s emitted light since being extracted from a body. I can even feel a slight warmth from it.” Su Bai sensed the temperature emanating from the Ferocious Beast Crystal. It was actually hotter than when first removed.

 

However, it was still an acceptable temperature. The Ferocious Beast Crystal’s luminescence grew increasingly bright.

 

The radiating heat intensified, immediately capturing the attention of everyone in the living room.

 

As the group watched in amazement, the Ferocious Beast Crystal slowly began to levitate.

 

“It seems to be searching for a new host.” Yan Hua boldly speculated.

 

“Could someone here be suitable for this Ferocious Beast Crystal?” Sha Lan swished her cat tail.

 

She harboured little fondness for this particular crystal, given how it had tormented its previous host. If it entered her body and triggered a similar rejection, the consequences would be severe.

 

Just as Sha Lan finished speaking, the Ferocious Beast Crystal abruptly entered Su Bai’s body.

 

Indeed, it drifted directly towards his heart region. This happened in the blink of an eye.

 

Before anyone present could react, the Ferocious Beast Crystal’s pale blue radiance dissipated.

 

The moment it entered Su Bai’s heart, it emitted a brief flash of pale blue light before vanishing completely.

 

“It chose the Shaman!?” Sha Lan stood momentarily stunned.

 

The Shaman was not a Totem Warrior, and furthermore, he was still so young. What if he could not withstand this Ferocious Beast Crystal?

 

Panic immediately gripped everyone.

 

“Shaman, are you alright? The Ferocious Beast Crystal had actually chosen you.” Yan Hua rushed forward anxiously, examining him from all angles.

 

“Shaman, this Ferocious Beast Crystal selected you. It appears you’re the most suitable candidate for it.” Ban Ye struggled to rise from his stool, witnessing such a phenomenon for the first time.

 

During his previous time in the Tribe, he had only observed the Shaman passing Ferocious Beast Crystals into Warriors’ bodies through drinks. Never had he witnessed a Ferocious Beast Crystal actively selecting its host, especially not when that host was not even a Warrior.

 

Throughout his entire life, no such event had occurred in his memory. The situation seemed utterly extraordinary.

 

“Are there precedents of Ferocious Beast Crystals choosing Shamans?” Su Bai enquired.

 

He too felt somewhat bewildered. [Aren’t they only compatible with Warriors? Why would such a powerful crystal choose me when I’m not even a Totem Warrior?]

 

Although his current capabilities rivalled those of a Mid-Stage Totem Warrior, or perhaps exceeded them, he was still at the core of it not a Warrior. In fact, according to strict Tribal regulations, he did not even qualify as a Warrior Trainee.

 

“There has never been such a case. The previous Shaman stated that Ferocious Beast Crystals are only compatible with Totem Warriors.” Ban Ye pressed his hand against his chest, continuing, “It seems that if anyone besides a Warrior receives a Ferocious Beast Crystal, their body would be unable to withstand it and would be consumed.”

 

He could not verify the accuracy of these claims though.

 

“I see. It appears I share a particular affinity with this Ferocious Beast Crystal.” Su Bai nodded thoughtfully.

 

He placed his hand on his chest, probing for any unusual sensations.

 

“Shaman, do you feel any discomfort? Should we take out the Ferocious Beast Crystal?”

 

Sha Lan’s delicate features displayed deep concern. She understood the reasoning behind his earlier question.

 

Since he was not a Totem Warrior, this Ferocious Beast Crystal required careful monitoring.

 

“No need. I don’t feel any discomfort whatsoever. In fact, I feel energised.” Su Bai flexed his hand, adding with satisfaction, “I also feel a lot stronger. This Ferocious Beast Crystal appears to have no adverse effects on me.”

 

The benefits manifested immediately. He could already sense the transformation in his physical condition. It resembled the sensation of someone extremely exhausted suddenly receiving ten hours of sleep, then awakening completely refreshed.

 

“Then this Ferocious Beast Crystal is truly compatible with the Shaman.” Yan Hua visibly relaxed.

 

“Shaman, I never imagined you would prove so compatible with this Ferocious Beast Crystal. Nothing like this has been documented in our Tribe’s history.” Ban Ye’s jaw dropped in astonishment. He had never anticipated such an outcome.

 

He had always believed his previous Tribe’s Shaman, for the Shaman represented a sacred existence.

 

Naturally, he also trusted Su Bai.

 

Precisely because he trusted both perspectives. This revelation struck him as profoundly shocking. It contradicted everything he had previously understood.

 

“Return to rest for now. You should have thoroughly explored the Tribe over these past days, correct? Once you’ve recovered, you’ll join the training groups.” Su Bai dismissed the notion that had just emerged in his mind, adding, “Provided you show you are working hard, the Flame Dragon Tribe will accept you wholeheartedly.”

 

He held considerable optimism regarding Ban Ye’s potential. IT was not merely due to his talents, but also concerning information about that stone forest.

 

“Yes, thank you, Shaman.” Ban Ye indeed felt thoroughly exhausted and wished to sleep properly.

 

*Step step step…*

 

Yu Ying immediately approached, asking with a slightly tearful voice, “Shaman, are you truly okay?”

 

Yu Ying recalled the pressure emanating from that Ferocious Beast Crystal moments earlier, which had genuinely intimidated her.

 

Inevitably, concern for Su Bai arose. After all, the crystal had now entered his body.

 

“I’m perfectly fine. In fact, I feel really comfortable. Let me test it out.” Su Bai displayed a faint smile.  He intended to test how significantly the Ferocious Beast Crystal enhanced his capabilities. Alternatively, perhaps it provided no enhancement whatsoever.

 

Still, only through experimentation would the truth be revealed.

 

Sha Lan swished her cat tail, adding anxiously, “Shaman, shouldn’t you rest first?”

 

“Yeah, you’ve just used up a ton of your Shaman Power? Please rest.” Yan Hua positioned herself ahead with graceful steps, her features displaying clear worry.

 

“I’ll prepare food for you, Shaman. You need to recover your strength properly.” Yu Ying immediately concurred.

 

“I’m fine. I feel great right now.” Su Bai truly detected no discomfort.

 

The three girls relented. Observing that the Shaman’s complexion appeared genuinely healthy, they nodded and followed him out of the Yong’an Building.