From the very first line, it was obvious: this was a beginner's guide!
And what were they lacking most right now?
Information!
They each had their own abilities and development potential, but they simply didn't know how to progress or grow stronger.
This manual completely filled that gap!
As long as they had direction, development tips, and certain key pointers...
...with their talent, how could they possibly go wrong or develop slowly?
Even without relying on the dragons, they would likely grow powerful in no time!
Besides, the Dragon Mother herself had personally nodded and promised her assistance!
"The Bestiary... that's a familiar name!"
"Right, the mages mentioned it! They said it was left behind by a hero!"
"The hero is whatever, but it's the function that matters!"
"It can provide information on dragons—no, on all mythical creatures!"
"This is fantastic! With this, it's like we've been given wings!"
"Doesn't Galen Yu rely entirely on information? Now we have tips too. We aren't lacking a thing!"
"See, I told you helping the dragons was worth it. Now we've got something even those mages couldn't get!"
"Let some people keep being salty. We'll be trampling over your Sky Island soon!"
The bullet chat instantly became electric.
Earlier, they were just talking big because the strength gap was too wide to beat Galen Yu, but now!
With the dragons' help to develop, trampling the Sky Island might not be an empty boast after all!
Kira Oakmoor's mouth was practically crooked from grinning.
"Oakmoor, what's that in your hand?"
"You're laughing so loud, did you get something good?"
"What? The Bestiary!"
As Kira Oakmoor explained, Mark, Jett, and the others stared with wide eyes.
Having just arrived in this unfamiliar place, they knew exactly how vital a guide was!
Offering a guide right off the bat—the Dragon Mother hadn't been lying. She really was willing to help and trust them!
"That book?!"
Looking at the book in Kira Oakmoor's hand, Tiamat felt a flicker of surprise.
Since the dragons couldn't use a crafting table, the manuscripts were useless to them. She hadn't expected these humans...
...to take them and immediately craft that book that should have been destroyed long ago!
However, from the look of it, it wasn't the complete version. The book was too thin, with only a few pages and limited content.
'If it really is that book, then we truly do need these humans.'
Once they mastered the specific methods of creating Dragon Meal, that would be the moment of the dragon race's true rise!
While lost in thought, Tiamat's expression remained majestic.
"I said as much. As long as you are loyal to the dragon race, we are always generous to our friends."
"Do you want me to see what is recorded inside?"
Since she asked, Kira Oakmoor didn't hide it and read the remaining portions aloud on the spot.
[Silver ingots smelted from ore have a wide range of applications.]
[The magic infused in silver weapons can effectively damage the undead.]
[Another mineral associated with mythical creatures is sapphire.]
[These gems, occasionally formed in cold regions, are the currency used by snow village residents.]
[Build a Lectern, then travel to various places to search for the manuscripts of other explorers; they will tell you more knowledge.]
[Place the Lectern on the ground, open the interface, put the Bestiary on the left, and place a manuscript in the middle. You can then take the bound fables from the right.]
[Every manuscript can enrich your book of fables.]
[You will learn more from it, such as mythical creatures, various peoples, crafting guides, and even basic alchemy.]
"It seems it's not a complete beginner's guide yet. It still needs manuscripts to fill in the content."
There were six pages in total, interspersed with a few images.
After reading, Kira Oakmoor was overjoyed.
Although manuscripts and other items were still needed, with the Dragon Mother's help, it would be easy.
They would surely complete it soon and master all the knowledge. What would Galen Yu be then?
Besides mythical creatures and crafting guides, there was even alchemy!
Even such legendary and mysterious methods were included!
"It seems this book is very beneficial to you."
"I have shown my sincerity. Next, it is up to you. You may leave."
She issued the dismissal, and the group left happily.
Compared to the nervous fear they felt when they first arrived, everyone was now ecstatic, already imagining themselves filling the Bestiary and growing powerful.
"Lord Dragon Mother, if I'm not mistaken, is that really that book?"
"If they can create such a thing, do we really have to assist them?"
Once the humans were far away, the Fire Dragon asked in disbelief.
In its eyes, those few small thralls had no value. Now that they had made the manual, they should have been eliminated early to remove any threat.
"That book records many things. Some are against us, some are for us."
"They are weak. Timely assistance won't pose a threat to us. Don't forget the goal of nurturing them."
"Unless absolutely necessary, I do not want to let that black dragon out yet."
Being able to defeat so many Stage 5 Dragons proved Galen Yu was very strong.
The Dragon Mother knew that dragons alone would likely find it hard to defeat him. If they could be controlled, nurturing a few humans was a viable option.
Anyway, it had nothing to do with the dragons. Let them kill each other!
Acknowledging the command, the Fire Dragon flapped its massive wings and left.
Meanwhile, on the other side.
Having collected enough materials, Galen Yu finally intended to return home.
"Oh right, almost forgot this."
Before leaving, he placed an item on the ground.
[Waystone]
A great item gifted by the Wandering Mage.
Once activated, it can teleport people to its location. Combined with some practical teleportation items, it eliminated the hassle of long-distance travel.
One could return to the Waystone via Warp Scrolls or Warp Stones.
With this, he could travel to the Ice and Fire world at any time.
He had been away for some time, but not much had changed at home.
No dragons had come to attack. It was still the same buildings. The biggest change was the addition of several small dragons on the ground.
These were the dragon eggs Galen Yu had left before departing. They had successfully hatched and sensed his presence.
They all crowded around him, showing their affection.
"So many dragons!"
"Even the Lightning Dragon hatched? So fast!"
"We knew about Ice and Fire dragons, but what are the conditions for Lightning Dragons? We can't see them at all!"
"It doesn't matter. Oakmoor already has the Bestiary. All this knowledge can be obtained through the book!"
"Think we won't know just because you're hiding them? Little do you know, we've already gained the Dragon Mother's favor!"
"Oakmoor will soon nurture the strongest dragons in the Dragon Realm as well!"
"Let Galen Yu enjoy his glory for a few more days!"
Despite there being many dragons, and almost the full set of common types...
...having seen the scene in the Dragon Realm and that special boss, the Dragon Mother, many in the bullet chat were dismissive.
To them, seeing was as good as owning. They had seen dragons that fired lasers; so what if he had a few Ice, Fire, and Lightning dragons!
Meanwhile, on the Sky Island, besides looking for materials, Galen Yu specifically searched for more Dragon Meal.
He raised each dragon to its maximum size one by one. Next...
"Breeding dragons and creating the strongest hybrid dragon!"
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