Chapter 418: The Awakening of the Illusionary Qilin
Ormund’s eyes widened.
’Another Divine Contract?’
That couldn’t be right. The ancient legends passed down through the Greatfang Tiger Tribe clearly stated: a Divine Contract could only be used once in a lifetime. Yet, he was certain Ethan had already formed an Equal Contract with him—not a Binding one. Ethan hadn’t forced him into servitude. It was that rare generosity, that freedom of choice, that had earned Ormund’s loyalty and convinced him to serve willingly as his mount.
But now... here Ethan was again, forming another contract. And with a creature as elusive and powerful as this one?
No. Ethan hadn’t called them Violet Lightning Cloud Beasts. He’d referred to them as something else—Illusionary Qilin.
What in the world was that species? Ormund made a mental note to dig through the tribal records when he returned. If this species was real—and clearly, it was—then the Greatfangs needed to be aware of them.
While Ormund’s thoughts raced, the elder Qilin moved.
Without a word, it opened its mouth and spat out a mouthful of vital blood. The crimson essence floated over to the hovering contract scroll, soaking into it like mist, the air humming with raw spiritual power. A buzzing sound filled the sky, followed by a sharp flash of red.
"Contract established..." A voice echoed, deep and ethereal, resonating from all directions.
Ethan smiled.
The elder Qilin, now solemn and dignified, shed its prior aloofness. It lowered its head slightly in a respectful bow—acknowledgment of Ethan’s worth. Then it turned toward the crowd behind it. Its voice echoed like distant thunder.
"Children... For ten thousand years, our tribe has lived in hiding. But today, you will reclaim your true forms. Leave behind the name ’Violet Lightning Cloud Beast.’ From this moment on, you are Qilin—true Illusionary Qilin. Step forward... and reclaim our heritage."