Above The Sky
Chapter 1009 - 1009 104 Terra Dragon and the Hatching Egg_3

1009: Chapter 104: Terra Dragon and the Hatching Egg_3 1009: Chapter 104: Terra Dragon and the Hatching Egg_3 As for why they had to go about it in such a roundabout way… it was actually for Ian’s sake.

After all, Ian had spared Andor’s life.

Even though Master Gossay was unwilling to let him live, he would respect Ian’s decision and avoid killing the Pirate Captain outright.

Of course, he would still achieve his goals in his own way, and Ian wouldn’t find fault in Master Gossay’s actions—just feeling a tinge of sentiment for Andor’s luck.

If Ian had arrived a little later, or if the Crystal Dragon had hatched slightly later, then Andor would surely be dead.

“How’s the situation?

Is the Crystal Dragon Hatchling in good condition?

Has it expressed a desire to enter the water, or displayed signs of hunger?”

Right now, a researcher was questioning Andor about the needs and status of the Crystal Dragon Hatchling.

As the only staff member responsible, the researcher had to gather intel from Andor to arrange the most suitable breeding chambers for it.

As the only Deep Sea Crystal Dragon currently in the Atlantian Breeding Grounds (thanks to Master Gossay, The Empire was unaware of the Aether Crystal Dragon’s existence), the hatchling received exceedingly high treatment.

Far from being mere materials, it was expected to be groomed as a breeding dragon over the next few decades—a prized treasure of the facility.

But that depended on whether it could hatch and grow up.

After all, the breeding grounds still housed quite a few dragon eggs.

[Listen to my answer]

Ian, seeing Andor falter and struggle to answer, naturally couldn’t tolerate it—he needed to ensure his collaborator demonstrated some merit.

Thus, under Ian’s mental manipulation, words filled with professional terminology began spilling from Andor’s mouth: “The Crystal Dragon Hatchling is currently in good condition, with an original material recovery rate exceeding ninety-eight percent.

It has no physical or intellectual defects and exhibits a longing for the natural environment.

Hence, I took it outside the hatchery to breathe fresh offshore air.”

“The hatchling has shown an affinity for water, but not strongly.

Its maternal Origin Quality likely leans toward ‘ice’ rather than the typical ‘liquid.’ Based on my experience in the South Sea Great Labyrinth, its maternal lineage can be inferred to originate from the labyrinth’s cooling zone, consistent with the hatchling’s traits.”

“However, due to contamination from the Worm Nest in the labyrinth, the Crystal Dragon Hatchling is exhibiting signs of lethargy.

I just realized it desires to enter ‘Dragon Sleep,’ which is why I brought it back from the lighthouse.”

Andor himself didn’t truly understand what he was saying; he was simply parroting all the words Ian was instructing him to say.

As he finished speaking, the Crystal Dragon Incarnation under Ian’s control let out a noticeably languid yawn, before curling into a ball and resting its head on its own body—clearly preparing to sleep.

“Take it to the Arctic Ocean Breeding Chamber.”

Master Gossay’s disciple turned to the Knight and ordered, “The Deep Sea Crystal Dragon Hatchling will receive AAA-tier treatment.”

Next, he turned to the Pirate Captain, whose joy was impossible to conceal.

The researcher offered a reserved smile and said, “This is what the teacher instructed—if you can hatch the Crystal Dragon Egg, you’ll regain your human rights and formal status.

Congratulations, Mr.

Andor.

You’re free.”

“Of course, you’re also welcome to stay in the Atlantian Breeding Grounds as my subordinate and continue nurturing Crystal Dragons.”

Having said his piece, the researcher awaited Andor’s decision.

“I’ll stay in Atlantian!”

Without hesitation, Andor took a deep breath—someone Ian noted as the most desperate to survive naturally understood the choice to make in order to stay alive: “I have no worldly aspirations now.

I only wish to care for the Little Crystal Dragon with all my heart!”

“Very good.

You are a wise man.” The researcher smiled—a genuine smile this time.

“You made it.”

Then he turned to the Knight and continued, “Update designation D-73687 to C-361 Andor.

Grant him all the privileges of Class C personnel.”

“Escort him to my office later.

I’ll remove the alchemical toxins from his body.”

Clearly, if Andor had dared to choose freedom, he truly would’ve gained the most absolute form of freedom—the freedom of death.

Although internally cursing furiously, Andor couldn’t help but smile and exhale deeply.

At last… he had escaped from a precarious existence.

The Crystal Dragon Hatchling fell into slumber.

Meanwhile, on the other side of the continent, Ian opened his eyes.

Removing his hand from the dragon egg, he nodded thoughtfully.

“Interesting.

Indeed, Terra is vast, with many hidden secrets… With such an incarnation, exploring the mysteries beyond the South Ridge becomes much more convenient.”

“Moreover… Three dragon eggs, yet they form one entity?

The Dragon Soul is selecting pilots for its other two bodies as well…”

Ian raised his head, glancing toward Elan, Shasha, Elder Prude, and Green Tide—all staring back at him.

He smiled.

“It seems not only I am capable; others are, too.”

“Now I don’t need to worry about the Crystal Incarnation being left without a controller.”

At that moment, as Ian wrapped up his ‘demonstration,’ the fractured yet unbroken Crystal Dragon Egg before him began to tremble lightly.

Witnessing this, Ian stepped back, raising his brow as he fixed his gaze on the shaking dragon egg.

Evidently, after observing Ian’s precisely clear demonstration of ‘action,’ this egg, containing the true Crystal Dragon, was about to hatch.