The Primordial Tamer

Chapter 173 The World

?Lily nodded as Orion spoke excitedly about his upcoming awakening. In their world, sixteen-year-old students would undergo a talent awakening ceremony, during which they would discover their beast-taming talent. This was a tradition that had been going on for as long as anyone could remember.

The world where Orion and Lily lived had not always been filled with Qi and talent awakenings. In fact, a hundred years ago, the world was a vastly different place. There was no Qi in the air, and there were no talents to be awakened.

But then, the first world awakening occurred. The air suddenly became rich with Qi, and the world was forever changed. Plants became more potent, and animals transformed into beasts that seemed to belong more in fantasy than reality.

The first awakening had also made humans weaker, as they were no match for the powerful beasts that now roamed the world. It wasn't until one brave soul discovered their awakening talent that humans began to fight back.

This awakening talent was beast-taming. By communicating with and taming the powerful beasts that now roamed the land, humans were able to regain their footing and push back against the monsters that threatened their existence.

And so began the era of human cultivation. Through their beast-taming talents, humans were able to harness the power of Qi and become stronger. They formed clans and sects, each with their own unique talents and abilities.

As the years passed, the world of cultivation continued to change in unexpected ways. The air grew thicker with Qi, hinting at the possibility of a new awakening. Yet, no one knew what was causing this change or what it would mean for the world of cultivation.

Fifty years ago, however, another unexpected change occurred. Talents were evolving. In the past, the only talent awakened during the ceremony was the average beast-taming talent. But now, beast-taming talents were becoming more diverse and specific, reflecting the changing nature of the world.

This change meant that there were now many different types of cultivators in the world. Some were skilled at taming fire beasts, while others were particularly adept at bird-type beasts. Despite their differences, all possessed the ability to communicate with and tame the powerful beasts that roamed the world.

This newfound diversity in talents was a significant shift in the world of cultivation. It meant that cultivators had to adapt and evolve in order to keep up with the changing times. As new talents emerged, so too did new challenges and opportunities for those who sought to master them.

Despite these changes, one thing remained constant: the importance of the talent awakening ceremony. This was still a significant event in the life of every young cultivator, as it would determine their future path in the cultivation world.

For Orion, the upcoming talent awakening ceremony was a pivotal moment in his life. He had always dreamed of becoming a powerful cultivator and using his talents to protect his sister and also gain large amounts of money to make his sister happy.

Lily watched her brother Orion eat his breakfast, trying to gauge his mood. She knew that the upcoming talent awakening ceremony was weighing heavily on his mind, and she wanted to offer him some words of encouragement.

"Brother," she began tentatively, "what talent do you think you will awaken?"

Orion paused for a moment, considering her question. He knew that the talent he would awaken would determine the course of his future in the cultivation world. But he was confident in his abilities and his potential, and he was eager to prove himself.

"Little sister," he said with a smirk, "believe me, your brother here will be the one who awakens a strong talent. I just have a feeling about it."

Lily smiled, relieved to see that her brother was feeling confident. She knew that he had always dreamed of becoming a powerful cultivator, and she hoped that his awakening would bring him one step closer to that goal.

Suddenly, Lily put down her spoon and looked at her brother. "Brother," she said softly, "what do you think mom and dad would say to you if they were alive?"

Orion stopped eating for a moment, his mind wandering back to the past. He and Lily had lost their parents in a tragic accident when they were still young, and the memory of that day still haunted him.

"I don't know, Lily," he said finally, his voice tinged with sadness. "I like to think that they would be proud of me, no matter what. But I wish they were here to see me awaken my talent."

Lily nodded, understanding her brother's feelings all too well. She missed their parents terribly, and the thought of what they might say to her if they were still alive often kept her up at night.

"I'm sure they would be proud of you, brother," she said softly, reaching across the table to squeeze his hand. "You've worked so hard to prepare for this moment."

Orion and Lily finished their breakfast and began to clear the table, their minds still filled with thoughts of the upcoming talent awakening ceremony.

As they rinsed the dishes and put them in the sink, they chatted about their hopes and fears for the day. Orion was confident that he would awaken a powerful talent, but he couldn't shake the nagging feeling that something could go wrong.

Lily, always the voice of reason, reminded him that no matter what happened, they would face it together. "We're a family, brother," she said with a smile. "No matter what the future holds, we'll face it together."

Orion smiled back at Lily, feeling grateful for her unwavering support. He knew that no matter what challenges he faced in the cultivation world, he could always count on his little sister to be by his side.

He had always felt a strong sense of responsibility towards Lily ever since their parents had passed away in a tragic accident. As the older sibling, he felt it was his duty to protect and provide for her.

And now, with his upcoming talent, he believed that he could create a better life for both himself and his sister. He knew that his talent could open up new opportunities for them, and he was determined to use it to make their lives more comfortable.

Lily, on the other hand, only smiled back at Orion, her eyes filled with pride and admiration for her older brother. Despite everything they had been through, they had managed to survive and thrive in a world that could be harsh and unforgiving.