[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-beast-taming-i-m-really-just-a-forest-ranger":3,"chapter-beast-taming-i-m-really-just-a-forest-ranger-beast-taming-i-m-really-just-a-forest-ranger-chapter-23":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Beast Taming: I'm Really Just a Forest Ranger",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1474462,1925,"Chapter 23: Let Me Help You!","beast-taming-i-m-really-just-a-forest-ranger-chapter-23",23,"\u003Cp>\"Get in.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yuan walked to the farm gate, lifted the tarp covering the red-painted three-wheeled vehicle, and waved toward Spark and Cola.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thanks to the development of infrastructure over the years, even the remote Xuanhe Village now had roads accessible to vehicles, so the old man decided to buy this tricycle as a commuting tool.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every fifteenth day, he would drive to Nanhe Town, ten kilometers away, for the market.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cola leapt up into the air, instinctively jumping into the carriage, which immediately made a \"dong dong dong\" sound from the bottom.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yuan took his seat in the driver’s position, took a deep breath, inserted the key, turned on the ignition, released the handbrake, and said deeply, \"Are you ready?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chirp~\" Spark curiously inspected the simple interior of the car, slightly nodding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Owo!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cola tightly grasped the iron rail behind Chen Yuan, crouched down, with wide eyes staring forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its expression was slightly tense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let’s go.\" Chen Yuan put on his helmet, slowly turned the accelerator, and the tricycle instantly sounded \"vroom vroom vroom,\" moving forward steadily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under Cola’s watchful gaze, the tricycle smoothly drove out of the gate and then started speeding up on the bumpy country road, the scenery on both sides retreating quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ow ow ow!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The strong wind blew through Cola’s fur; the sound of the wind echoed beside its ears. Cola squinted its eyes and opened its mouth slightly, shouting excitedly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chirp~\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Spark remained steady on Chen Yuan’s shoulder, unaffected by the wind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Flame Cloud Falcon was a bird-type Pet Beast adept at soaring through the skies, so this speed was already commonplace for it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the other hand, Cola became more and more excited. It stopped focusing on the passing scenery and kept staring intently at Chen Yuan driving, a thoughtful look in its eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is what driving is?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Doesn’t seem hard ow...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seems pretty simple ow...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A moment later, Chen Yuan picked up Zhang Hao on the east side of the village.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Hao glanced at Spark and then at Cola in the back, his face full of envy: \"You lucky guy, sitting with two Extraordinary Creatures.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You damn ought to be condemned.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yuan chuckled: \"And you? Planning to contract any Extraordinary Creatures?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Hao shrugged casually: \"We’ll see. Tomorrow I’m going into the mountains with my dad to see if we can find something powerful and imposing, like tigers or lions.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you can find tigers or lions in Qinling, I’ll give you five million.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There aren’t any tigers or lions in Qinling, and my friend, you don’t really have five million either.\" Zhang Hao grinned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yuan: \"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Honestly, I want to contract a giant panda.\" Zhang Hao said seriously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Seems reasonable,\" Chen Yuan nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Hao leaned against the hard seat, gazing forward: \"If that doesn’t work, I might as well contract the old sow at home, since it’s evolved into an Extraordinary Creature anyway.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thinking of becoming a Piggy Knight?\" Chen Yuan laughed heartily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two chatted away, and after about half an hour, the tricycle steadily stopped by the roadside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Further up, there was no road, so they had to walk forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both equipped themselves and walked through the uneven dirt road toward Bright Moon Lake.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Near Xuanhe Village, there were no major rivers, only several small rivers quietly flowing, nurturing the vast landscape over tens of thousands of years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But in Qinling, numerous lakes were scattered across the area, including Mingyu Lake near Xuanhe Village.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In previous years, fishermen would trek over mountains to Mingyu Lake, but with the enforcement of mountain closure policies recently, only locals remained, with no sighting of tourists.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yuan wasn’t much of a fisherman; he was merely brought along a few times by Zhang Hao, borrowing fishing gear, with little skill in fishing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He only considered fishing as a tiny hobby to kill time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once he heard there were strange fish here, his interest piqued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After nearly half an hour’s walk, the two arrived at Mingyu Lake.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking around, Mingyu Lake was embraced by green mountains, its waters gently rippling, sunlight casting down, creating a shimmering beautiful scene.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey, people have already started fishing.\" Zhang Hao glanced around and spoke with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was past nine in the morning, and several people were scattered around Mingyu Lake, fishing rods floating on the lake’s surface.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Evidently, they were all enticed by Mr. Niu’s tales.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two greeted these folks, found a secluded spot, and set up their gear, readying themselves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yuan watched as Zhang Hao meticulously picked bait, adjusted the float, and prepared the spot, working for half the day before saying, \"Alright, cast the rod now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yuan obediently swung his fishing rod and then sat quietly under the sunshade, waiting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, you guys go enjoy yourselves.\" Chen Yuan waved to the two critters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fishing required patience, something they clearly lacked for prolonged attendance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ow ow ow!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, Cola’s eyes instantly lit up, and like a wild horse freed from its reins, it dashed into the woods behind and vanished in the blink of an eye.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chirp.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Spark stood still, quietly on Chen Yuan’s shoulder, its sapphire eyes gazing at the shimmering lake, lost in thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, you keep me company then.\" Chen Yuan smiled contently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chirp~\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Spark chirped softly, nuzzling Chen Yuan’s cheek with its little head, prompting him to scratch its chin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You darned guys having fun, huh?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching the affectionate interaction between a person and a pet, Zhang Hao gripped the fishing rod with his right hand tightly, grinding his molars.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just wait till I contract one, I’ll show off every day!\" He resolved inwardly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uncertain how much time had passed,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Hao suddenly yanked the fishing rod upward, revealing a small fish: \"Asian Golden Fish?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Congratulations on your freedom.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Casually glancing at the Asian Golden Fish, Zhang Hao released it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Time gradually passed; two hours slipped away unnoticed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sun grew ever brighter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Hao had caught several fish, but they were all common types like Asian Golden Fish and crucian carp, which didn’t interest him, so he released them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He only wanted to catch the mysterious fish Mr. Niu mentioned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Chen Yuan turned his head towards him, his voice ringing out: \"Quick, help me out; looks like I’ve hooked a big one.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>!!!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Hao glanced at the suddenly splashing lake surface, his eyes widening. Without hesitation, he tossed aside his fishing rod and shouted, \"I’m coming to assist you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With Zhang Hao’s help, Chen Yuan quickly handed him the fishing rod while grabbing a large net.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wow, it’s a big catch indeed.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon taking over, Zhang Hao immediately discerned the weight from the strength and frequency of the fishing rod’s movements and steadied himself, tensed his body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After dozens of minutes of a hard struggle, along with Chen Yuan’s net, a big fish gradually surfaced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Crucian carp?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No! A golden crucian carp!\" Initially exhausted, Zhang Hao’s eyes shot open, filled with astonishment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This fish looked similar to ordinary crucian carp, but its scales were an eye-catching golden yellow!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the sunlight, dazzlingly golden, almost blinding the two.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Screech!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just then, a piercing cry came from the sky, followed by a shadow diving straight down!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In that instant, Spark, resting with closed eyes, suddenly opened them wide!\u003C\u002Fp>",1223,"2026-06-06T03:13:41.935Z",1,"novelbin.me","2c820777399184186608d2e2733388f580f0625516f09ad9a7c6f4a1ad98eba0","beast-taming-i-m-really-just-a-forest-ranger-chapter-24","beast-taming-i-m-really-just-a-forest-ranger-chapter-22",313,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fbeast-taming-i-m-really-just-a-forest-ranger-cover.jpg"]