[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-beast-taming-starting-from-zero":3,"chapter-beast-taming-starting-from-zero-beast-taming-starting-from-zero-chapter-641":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Beast Taming: Starting From Zero",{"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},1459414,1907,"Chapter 641: Ghost Nest Bar","beast-taming-starting-from-zero-chapter-641",641,"\u003Cp>The underground trading market…Qiao Sang was momentarily stunned. She had only ever seen such places in TV dramas.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Can you send me the exact address?\" Qiao Sang asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No problem.\" \"Love Me, No Outcome\" agreed readily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, her phone received a private message from the official website of the Beast Taming Center.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiao Sang ended the call and opened the message:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[No. 39, Kaoxie Street]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She checked the distance on the navigation app, 11.2 kilometers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not too far…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After thinking for a moment, she went to a nearby clothing store and bought a black hooded coat. She also stopped by a pharmacy to buy a pack of white medical masks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She put on the black coat, pulled the hood low to cover her face, and put on a mask.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yabao, Gangbao, you two stand out too much. Go into the Beast Taming Codex for now. I need to stay low-key where I'm going next.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beast pets were a clear indicator of a Beast Tamer’s identity. Rare ones were even more recognizable. People might forget a Beast Tamer's name or face, but they'd remember a distinctive beast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yabao was the only Blazing Star Canine on Blue Star. Even if she disguised herself, anyone who had seen Yabao would instantly recall his owner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gangbao, in her new steel falcon form, was just as unique and easy to recognize.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bringing them along would make her disguise pointless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yap yap…\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yabao gave a helpless look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He understood, he was simply too handsome. With him around, staying low-key was impossible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiao Sang: …\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Gang Guard.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gangbao nodded calmly in understanding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a wave of her hand, Qiao Sang recalled them into the Beast Taming Codex.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Xun Xun?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Little Treasure couldn't hold back and revealed himself with a soft call.Wasn't he inconspicuous?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiao Sang twitched her lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You can turn invisible.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Xun Xun?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Little Treasure looked thoughtful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Did that mean he couldn’t show himself in front of others?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not exactly.\" Qiao Sang replied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If I encounter danger, just act.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The real reason she kept Little Treasure outside was for protection.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, this was 10th District, where wild beasts could appear unexpectedly. Having at least one beast beside her was a necessary precaution.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Xun Xun!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Little Treasure's ears perked up as he nodded seriously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His Beast Tamer didn’t ask Lubao to act but chose him instead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What did that mean?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It meant that in his Beast Tamer’s heart, he was definitely stronger than Lubao!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly, the second-in-command position was still his!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While Little Treasure was basking in excitement, Qiao Sang added, \"Lubao, same for you. Don't show yourself randomly. If there's danger that Little Treasure can't handle, then you come out.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lu.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lubao responded from inside the backpack, acknowledging the order.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Xun Xun…\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Little Treasure stiffened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Xun Bao can't handle it… then you come out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That meant…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Xun Xun!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Little Treasure clenched his tiny teeth, determination burning in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was nothing he couldn't handle!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiao Sang had no idea about Little Treasure's sudden resolve.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She hailed a taxi and headed to the Ghost Nest Bar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>---\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A little over ten minutes later, Qiao Sang, now wearing her hood and mask, stepped inside the bar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soft lighting filled the space. There was no deafening music, no chaotic dancing crowds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The atmosphere was more like a jazz lounge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the stage, a beast species Qiao Sang couldn't name was crooning a melancholic tune.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She couldn't understand the lyrics, but the melody was undeniably pleasant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The booths were nearly all occupied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the entrance, a staff member stopped her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good evening. May I see your ID card?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why?\" Qiao Sang asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We need to verify your age. Minors aren’t allowed inside.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Oh, crap. She almost forgot she was underage…Qiao Sang paused, then maintained a straight face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I forgot my ID. Can I use my Beast Tamer emblem instead?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The staff's expression changed immediately, their smile turning respectful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiao Sang flashed her D-rank Beast Tamer emblem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good enough?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though she only showed it briefly, the staff member had seen it clearly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A D-rank Beast Tamer?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They immediately dismissed the thought that she could be underage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Please, go ahead.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Normally, the emblem had to be scanned to confirm identity, but the staff instinctively trusted that someone of D-rank wouldn’t be a minor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was close. Good thing I wore a mask…Qiao Sang swiftly walked in and headed for the bar counter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In TV dramas, people always exchanged information in places like this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What would you like to drink?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The bartender, a handsome man with silver earrings, flashed a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiao Sang pushed her emblem forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'm here for a trade.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The bartender's smile didn't waver.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not even one drink before business?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need.\" Qiao Sang declined.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You must be new here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiao Sang nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Someone recommended me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No wonder.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The bartender mixed a drink, sliding over a glass filled with a blue-green liquid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Take a sip. You’ll need it to find where you want to go.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiao Sang hesitated, then picked up the glass, lifted her mask slightly, and took a small sip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment the liquid touched her tongue, a strong minty aroma filled her senses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even after she set the glass down, the scent lingered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She quickly pulled her mask back up, not wanting the bartender to notice her youthful face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How much?\" She asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This one's on the house.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The bartender smirked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do you smell something now?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This minty scent?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiao Sang nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Follow that scent, and you'll find where you need to go.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s… oddly mystical.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiao Sang kept her expression neutral.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Got it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that, she stood up and followed the minty trail.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was strange, though the bar was filled with various scents, the mint aroma remained exceptionally clear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This underground market sure had a sense of drama. Wouldn't it be easier to just have a guide? Instead, they made people drink and follow a scent…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As she mentally complained, she continued moving forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The bartender watched her back disappear into the distance before turning away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, she really is a Beast Tamer…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiao Sang followed the scent, winding through multiple corridors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eventually, she arrived at a private room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside, laughter and conversation spilled out, indicating a lively gathering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the scent led here…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiao Sang hesitated, then knocked on the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It swung open almost immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A beast covered in green fur, with plant-like tufts growing from its head, stood before her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment she saw it, Qiao Sang knew the minty scent was coming from this creature.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Bo Bo.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The beast stepped aside, calling softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiao Sang understood the invitation and stepped in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The conversations in the room briefly paused, but within seconds, the people inside returned to their chatter, paying her no mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Bo Bo.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The minty beast led her to a wall and tapped it twice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A hidden door slowly slid open.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiao Sang peered inside, beyond it, a staircase spiraled downward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>------\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>------\u003C\u002Fp>",1158,"2026-06-06T02:23:25.058Z",1,"novelbin.me","08791c824dfe5f4131b12ad1f4cf6f5433150c545d0a77f4fdbe9e7cb87621ae","beast-taming-starting-from-zero-chapter-642","beast-taming-starting-from-zero-chapter-640",1023,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fbeast-taming-starting-from-zero-cover.jpg"]