Chapter 82

"Ha ha ha ha, I found it." Finally, after much effort, Lin Xiao found the snow-melt grass among the four types of plants he was looking for.

Lin Xiao, overjoyed, jumped around and ran to the ice, kneeling and sliding a few times, completely ignoring the pain in his knees, his crazy behavior making people unable to hold back their laughter.

Lin Xiao kissed the spot and then got up, walking to where he had seen the snow-melt grass. The snow-melt grass resembled clover, except for its color; it was entirely white, looking like ice sculptures. However, its leaves were very soft and emitted heat, completely different from its appearance.

This time, he didn't find just one plant but a small cluster, and after counting, there were as many as thirteen plants, which was a pleasant surprise.

He ran into the space, took out his tools, and transplanted each plant back into the space. Now, the space had one more type of rare flower and herb.

"Hum... hum... hum." Lin Xiao hummed an unknown tune. This harvest made him exceptionally delighted. It was the first time he had actively found a rare flower and herb instead of discovering it by chance, which had significant commemorative meaning for him.

With this harvest, Lin Xiao searched the mountain peak again, confirming that there was really nothing left before continuing his journey.

Now, the snow-white ice mountain looked magnificent to him, and the excitement made Lin Xiao full of energy.

On the way, Lin Xiao saw some uncommon animals, such as snow leopards, ermines, and antelopes. Sometimes, eagles would even appear, circling in the sky.

They say it's easy to go up the mountain but hard to come down. For Lin Xiao, going down was easier. As long as his shoes didn't slip, he would find a relatively large foothold, then jump over. Because the wind on the mountain was strong, the foothold had to be more than one meter away.

A few days ago, Lin Xiao almost missed his foothold, breaking out in a cold sweat. Later, he learned to feel the wind on the mountain first, then jump against the wind, controlling his body to land on the chosen foothold. This way, he could jump down the mountain in no time.

After the initial excitement, things returned to the old routine. Rare flowers and herbs were not easy to find, and Lin Xiao was once again submerged in the snow-white world.

On a new day, Lin Xiao set out on his journey up the mountain again, habitually performing the climbing actions. After a while, he appeared halfway up the mountain.

Suddenly, an eagle's cry echoed, and a golden eagle circled above Lin Xiao, diving down. It seemed the golden eagle had targeted Lin Xiao as its lunch.

By the time Lin Xiao reacted, the golden eagle was already very close. Just as it was about to grab him, Lin Xiao hastily dodged, narrowly avoiding the attack at an odd angle.

Regaining his composure, Lin Xiao glared at the golden eagle: "I almost got hurt by this beast." The golden eagle's claws were not something to be trifled with; a single grab could severely injure Lin Xiao.

Seeing its usually effective method fail, the golden eagle returned to the sky and circled again, its eyes fixed on Lin Xiao, preparing for the next attack.

Lin Xiao immediately secured himself, fastening the safety clips and taking all necessary precautions. Being halfway up the mountain, he had no point to leverage, let alone a chance to counterattack.

The golden eagle didn't care about Lin Xiao's situation; it only knew that this was its chosen lunch. It launched attack after attack, making Lin Xiao flustered. No matter how strong he was, he couldn't fully utilize his strength in mid-air, let alone the fact that he couldn't even use a fraction of his usual strength.

He could only awkwardly dodge, and to avoid the golden eagle's attacks, his head and hands had already collided with the ice on the mountain several times, leaving several bruises.

Lin Xiao was also enraged. Since obtaining the space, he had never been so embarrassed, with no chance to counterattack, let alone run into the space.

In the golden light, Lin Xiao tumbled awkwardly halfway up the mountain, his eyes fixed on the golden eagle with a fierce gaze.

The golden eagle dove down again, its sharp eyes and claws showing its strength and dominance in the air.

Lin Xiao faced the golden eagle, instantly removing his safety clips, grabbing the eagle's extended claws, and hanging onto its body.

In just a blink, Lin Xiao had completed so many actions. The golden eagle, seeing Lin Xiao grab it, was enraged. An adult golden eagle could carry a cow, let alone Lin Xiao, who weighed only a hundred kilograms.

This was the only counterattack method Lin Xiao could think of; otherwise, he would be doomed once his strength was exhausted halfway up the mountain.

The golden eagle flapped its wings forcefully, rising rapidly, trying to shake off Lin Xiao. It looked like a bird carrying a person in the air, just like the legendary birdman.

The golden eagle flew with a unique style, and Lin Xiao endured the roller-coaster-like sensation in the air, going up and down. He gritted his teeth, his face pale, and his stomach churning, but he kept his eyes fixed on the golden eagle, his gaze filled with killing intent, the first time he had been forced into such a situation by a beast.

Now, Lin Xiao didn't dare to let go, holding onto the golden eagle's claws with both hands. After the thrilling roller-coaster ride, the golden eagle led Lin Xiao on a pirate ship ride in the air, forcing him to experience various thrilling activities.

The fierce cold wind distorted Lin Xiao's features, and his skin was pressed layer by layer by the wind.

Lin Xiao still held onto the golden eagle tightly, not letting go, competing in patience with it. The golden eagle was now regretting its choice, as it had not eaten anything and was carrying a burden, feeling both tired and hungry.

As a primate, Lin Xiao could think independently, while the golden eagle, after its patience was worn out, started to fly wildly.

The golden eagle charged towards a mountain peak, going crazy, rushing towards it without any regard. Lin Xiao was also frightened, thinking it was a suicidal move.

'No way, I don't know what this golden eagle is up to, but it's not ascending even this close. I'm not ready to die; there are still many girls waiting for me. I can't go like this,' Lin Xiao shouted in his mind.

Seeing the mountain peak getting closer and the golden eagle not slowing down, continuing to flap its wings and charge forward, Lin Xiao thought, 'What the heck, can this even work? I can't handle this; I'll jump first.'

Since it was like this, he would jump. The mountain peak was not far away, and if he was careful, it should be fine.

He focused his eyes on the foothold he had chosen on the mountain peak, mentally encouraging himself. PS: Newbie seeking collections and recommendations.

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