[{"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-4":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},1474443,1925,"Chapter 4: Let’s Call You Spark","beast-taming-i-m-really-just-a-forest-ranger-chapter-4",4,"\u003Cp>The Flame Cloud Falcon is very aware of its current condition—wings injured, with a nasty four-legged beast eyeing it, making escape impossible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Staying here... seems to be the only choice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If it can recover its state, then finding a way to escape won’t be too late.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Besides...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Flame Cloud Falcon cautiously lifted its head to glance at Chen Yuan, whose gaze was gentle, and quickly shrank back, a strange light flashing in its eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This human seems to be nice to me, doesn’t he?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The thought flashed, and the Flame Cloud Falcon swiftly turned its head, forcing itself not to look at Chen Yuan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No, no, no!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s just... just because I’m injured and can’t escape, I’m forced to stay here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yes, yes!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s definitely it!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the Flame Cloud Falcon agree, Chen Yuan smiled and squatted down, opening the iron cage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Flame Cloud Falcon saw Chen Yuan make no further moves, glanced at the fierce Cola glaring at it, then puffed out its chest and hopped out, fluttering its wings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Next, I’m going to make a contract with you. No matter what happens, don’t be afraid.\" Chen Yuan was a bit nervous trying the contract for the first time; he took a deep breath and said to the Falcon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Basic Meditation Method 1.0 explained the specific steps to contract a Pet Beast; Chen Yuan just needed to follow the instructions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chirp.\" The Flame Cloud Falcon nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yuan calmed his mind, communicated with the Beast Taming Space in his head, and the Spiritual Power acted like a bridge connecting him with the Falcon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the Spiritual Power continued to infuse, a hazy white light enveloped the Flame Cloud Falcon, its form gradually becoming phantom-like, as if entering Alternate Space, then transforming into a dazzling gleam, completely disappearing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cola beside them widened its eyes, full of admiration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Whew.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yuan let out a long breath; the rapid consumption of Spiritual Power made him mentally exhausted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After resting on a chair for a while, his breathing gradually calmed, and Chen Yuan finally showed a bright smile: \"The first contract with a Pet Beast succeeded!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"From now on, I’m a true Beastmaster!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After successfully contracting the Flame Cloud Falcon, Chen Yuan noticeably felt his Spiritual Power increase by about thirty percent, and his physical fitness also seemed to improve.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yuan’s eyes flashed as he guessed: \"Could this be the contract’s feedback to the Beastmaster?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With thoughts flashing, Chen Yuan sensed the Beast Taming Space in his mind, and with a thought, a round gray array appeared on the ground before him, unusually mystical.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Flame Cloud Falcon, wrapped in white light, slowly emerged from the gray array.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Chen Yuan again, the Falcon’s eyes no longer held its previous alertness, its gaze becoming gentle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yuan took a look at the data panel, discovering that the Falcon’s Favorability towards him had risen to 20.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What should I call you in the future?\" Chen Yuan looked at the Falcon close by and asked with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chirp chirp!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Falcon tilted its head, looking slightly puzzled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yuan rested his chin in thought for a moment, then his gaze settled on the Falcon’s fiery red feathers, brightening up: \"From now on, I’ll call you Spark!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chirp?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Falcon couldn’t quite discern the name’s merits but seeing Chen Yuan’s grin, it also felt happy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yuan was preparing to deepen his bond with Spark when he heard its stomach growl.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Spark turned its head awkwardly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let’s go eat something.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yuan checked the time; it was already one in the afternoon, and he hadn’t had lunch yet, feeling a bit hungry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After coordinating with another colleague for the afternoon shift, Chen Yuan locked the wildlife rescue station’s door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Raising his right hand to shield himself from the blinding sunlight, Chen Yuan squinted, gazing into the distance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Heavy dark clouds pressed down on the deep sky of the Qinling Mountain Range, like a terrifying beast crouching, overlooking the vast forests below, bringing a sense of oppression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The rest of the area was a clear sky, only the depths of Qinling were shrouded in clouds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yuan frowned, feeling as if something terrifying was happening deep within Qinling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chirp chirp.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Spark fluttered its wings, trying to fly up, but the lingering pain in its injury forced it to hop on the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yuan chuckled, gently picking up the palm-sized Spark and placing it on his shoulder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Woof woof!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Spark settle on Chen Yuan’s shoulder, Cola barked anxiously, its brown eyes fixed on the falcon, tail raised high, full of indignation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How can you stand on the master’s shoulder!!!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chirp~\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Spark cast a disdainful glance at Cola from above, then raised its proud head, gazing into the distance, ignoring the dog.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Woof woof woof!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ignored, Cola became more agitated, circling Chen Yuan incessantly, glaring at Spark, its barks growing more urgent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After barking for a while, seeing Spark forever unresponsive, the dry-lipped Cola’s ears drooped, looking dispirited.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yuan helplessly rubbed his forehead. Turns out a Beastmaster not only has to command Pet Beasts in battle but also manage their relationships.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He crouched down, petting Cola’s head with a smile: \"Alright, let’s go home together.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cola immediately raised its head, eyes bright, barking repeatedly: \"Woof woof!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though it was noon, the village’s men and women, young and old, were busy clearing the wild grass around their homes, while packs of calf-sized Chinese Village Dogs roamed in the wind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cola’s stature was quite small among these dogs; it happily trailed behind them, occasionally darting through meter-high grass, sometimes leaping over water puddles, with sunlight scattered on its body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In these Chinese Village Dogs, Chen Yuan saw the massive impact of the Spiritual Energy Tide.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>About ten minutes later, Chen Yuan reached the easternmost part of Xuanhe Village, strolling into his family’s farm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since he could remember, his grandfather had run this sizeable farm, meeting the family’s living needs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yuan’s long childhood was spent here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The farm was divided into several areas, with the farmland to the east, usually planted with commercial crops to be sold yearly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Additionally, in the farm’s southwest corner lay a small patch for growing fresh vegetables for their own consumption, not for selling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the center of the farm was a sizable fish pond, its water a deep green.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This pond was expanded by his grandfather’s hired help last year, with the intention of raising and selling fish, or serving as a fishing spot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In recent years, enthusiastic anglers have become more active, eager to find various fishing spots—the more secluded, the more attractive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unfortunately, several factors have prevented the grandfather from implementing the plan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To the west of the farm were the chicken and sheep pens, offered on holidays for family feasts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not long after setting off, Chen Yuan saw a slightly hunched figure swinging a sickle, clearing wild grass.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sunshine fell fully upon him, sweat streaming down his forehead, his movements gradually slowing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yuan hurriedly quickened his pace, approaching his grandfather, taking the sickle with a grin: \"Grandpa, let me do it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Weiyi stopped, clutching his back, glancing sideways at him: \"If you do, we won’t make dinner.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Yuan awkwardly chuckled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In terms of farming and grass cutting, three of him couldn’t match his old man’s skills.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, Chen Yuan’s eyes lit up, pointing to Spark on his shoulder: \"I might not be able to, but it can.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chirp?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Spark looked confused, eyes clear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Huh? 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