Chapter 91

For one and a half days, Xu Dong and his two companions fell into a frenzied state of cultivation. On one hand, they moved forward toward their set goal, while on the other, they continuously sought out spirit birds to kill and practice.

In this short period, as many as twenty-three spirit birds met their end at the hands of the three.

Not only did Yang Guang's close combat skills improve rapidly, but also Qidao's sword techniques, which were already sharp, gradually became more agile and unpredictable.

If one were to say who benefited the most, it would be Xu Dong himself. Under the effect of the Devouring Skill, his physical attributes soared like a rocket. Without any equipment, his strength and agility had already reached the average level of a Two-star Awakened. Relying on the techniques he gradually understood amidst life and death, he would likely have no equal among his peers.

Upon reaching the designated location, Xu Dong instructed Yang Guang to prepare the key tasks, while Qidao, once again, played the role of a housekeeper, preparing food for rest. As for Xu Dong, he naturally focused on cultivating his Fierce Tiger Style.

Before long, as the aroma of food began to spread, a group of uninvited guests arrived.

The first person to step forward, coincidentally, was the muscular man who had tried to take advantage of them at the Adventurer's Guild branch. His name was Lao Ba, an experienced Two-star Awakened. Behind him stood four candidates, seemingly a team, who had also gone through several battles, exuding a fierce aura.

Seeing Qidao, Lao Ba let out a strange laugh and said in a mocking tone, "Hey, little girl, didn't expect to see you again!" He then sat down opposite the campfire without hesitation, grabbing a roasted rabbit leg and devouring it greedily.

The others, emboldened by their numbers, paid no attention to Qidao and sat down to eat as well.

While feasting, Lao Ba kept his eyes on Qidao, his smile tinged with lewdness, "Little girl, are you alone? Where are your companions?"

As the saying goes, when one is well-fed and warm, lustful desires arise. Qidao could easily detect the desire in his tone. Moreover, in the Ghost Forest, morals and laws were cast aside, leaving only raw desire and animal instincts. From Lao Ba's demeanor, it seemed he had experience with preying on lone female adventurers.

A rustling sound came from the forest, and Xu Dong's figure appeared, "Of course, I wouldn't enter the Ghost Forest alone. I'm here, aren't I?"

Lao Ba recognized Xu Dong at a glance. His face changed, but then, realizing they had five Two-star Awakened with a complete lineup, his courage surged, and he sneered, "I wondered who it was, it's you. What are you doing, loitering here? Afraid Yang Shaoxing will catch up?"

The others burst into laughter, hurling all sorts of ridicule and mockery at Xu Dong.

Xu Dong remained unperturbed. Noticing their bulging backpacks, he smiled, "It seems you've had quite a good harvest. What materials do you have? Let me, a country bumpkin, have a look."

Lao Ba's face lit up, and he turned to one of his companions, Lao Si, "Show this kid some of our treasures."

Lao Si chuckled and pulled out a large, exaggerated tusk and a narrow, sharp bird's beak from his backpack, "The tusk of a Hooked Fang Wild Boar and the beak of a Spirit Bird. Kid, these two creatures are the most valuable in the outer area, and they are also very powerful. With your two's strength, you might be able to kill a Hooked Fang Wild Boar, but if you encounter a Spirit Bird, it's best to run."

Lao Si wasn't wrong. Generally, precious beasts were stronger than human warriors. To kill a beast of the same level, at least three to four warriors of the same level were needed. With Xu Dong and Qidao's abilities, they couldn't stand up to a Spirit Bird.

After a pause, Lao Si boasted, "We've had a good harvest these past two days. We've killed 16 Hooked Fang Wild Boars and 4 Spirit Birds. Let me introduce you to my companions. This is Fast Sword, who is the main force in battles with Spirit Birds due to his excellent sword skills. Then there are Iron Armor and Iron Helmet, who usually take the first wave of attacks from precious beasts..."

Xu Dong couldn't help but clap in admiration, "Iron Armor and Iron Helmet can withstand the charge of a Hooked Fang Wild Boar alone? That's impressive!"

Iron Armor and Iron Helmet's faces turned red with anger, "What does a brat like you know! I've never heard of anyone at the Two-star Awakened level being able to withstand a Hooked Fang Wild Boar's charge alone!"

A glint of deep meaning flashed in Xu Dong's eyes as he turned to Fast Sword, "Fast Sword, your sword must be as fast as lightning. How many rounds can you last against a Spirit Bird? I've heard that a Spirit Bird's beak is as elusive as a gazelle's horn and as fast as a gust of wind, terrifyingly swift..."

Fast Sword snorted, "I can guarantee that no one's sword is faster than mine. I can withstand five attacks from a Spirit Bird."

Lao Si, seeing the three boasting, couldn't help but join in, "Iron Armor and Iron Helmet are the tanks, specializing in taking damage. Fast Sword is the secondary damage dealer, also quite capable. As for me, my crowd control skills are top-notch among Two-star Awakened. And Lao Ba, of course, is the top damage dealer, his blade cutting through everything."

Xu Dong nodded in understanding, subtly flattering them, and the group laughed again.

Qidao, not knowing Xu Dong's intentions, remained silent, observing coldly. She wasn't stupid; she had run from the outer city to Blood Helmet City to take the adventurer's exam. How could she be foolish? She knew these men were lusting after her and that they felt free to act so brazenly because they thought she and Xu Dong were like fish in a barrel.

But since Xu Dong was holding back, she, who always obeyed him, had no objections.

This trust and默契 had been rooted in her heart for some time.

The group devoured all the food Qidao had prepared, drank a few more mouthfuls of strong liquor, and their eyes became hazy, their gazes lecherous, their intentions clear.

Suddenly, Lao Ba shouted at Xu Dong, "Kid, I've taught you a lot, and it wasn't free. Since I'm in a good mood, you don't have to pay much. Just take off your Bull's Fury Armor and any other valuables to pay the debt."

He paused, then turned to Qidao, "As for this little slut, the brothers have been pent up for three days. You're lucky."

Clearly, he was trying to make it seem like Qidao was getting a good deal. This typical thug mentality was filthy and despicable to the extreme.

Though Qidao wasn't Xu Dong's woman, they had spent days together, and their bond had grown. Moreover, Xu Dong could see the affection in her eyes.

His attitude was clear: not rejecting her meant... there was a possibility for the future!

Thus, even just hearing these lewd words, his heart was filled with anger, and his eyes turned cold. Even the clockwork automaton, sensing Xu Dong's anger, crouched and roared.

Realizing something, Qidao suddenly turned to Xu Dong, her cheeks flushed, feeling a sweet, soft warmth in her heart, thinking, "This guy, I thought he didn't know, but he was just pretending!"

Qidao was beautiful, more beautiful than any woman Lao Ba had ever seen. Her face, now tinged with a rosy blush, made her even more stunning. Lao Ba, moved by desire, reached out to touch her face.

At that moment, Xu Dong shouted, "Lao Ba, are you planning to kill and plunder?"

Lao Ba's reverie was interrupted, and he turned to Xu Dong, his face revealing his true nature, "Are you an idiot? At this point, you still don't understand? Yes, I plan to kill, plunder, and rape!"

Xu Dong pursed his lips, and Qidao, who knew him well, immediately understood that he was about to unleash his anger.

Suddenly, Xu Dong let out a fierce roar, his figure moving like wind and fire, terrifyingly fast, charging toward Iron Armor and Iron Helmet.

These two were extremely experienced and had not completely let down their guard. Seeing Xu Dong's desperate attack, though surprised by his speed, they still raised their steel shields to block him.

Xu Dong gritted his teeth, "You two are so tough, right? Try to withstand this!"

His fingers formed a claw, and with the momentum of his charge, he delivered a powerful blow, accompanied by a tiger's roar, like a fierce tiger's attack, terrifying in its intensity.

Tiger Pounce Heavy Strike!

His claw struck Iron Armor's shield, causing the steel to dent. Iron Armor was thrown back, crashing into a tree and falling unconscious.

Having defeated one, Xu Dong took a deep breath and unleashed a Tiger Crouch Splitting Strike.

Bang!

Iron Helmet's steel shield was struck as if by a hammer, leaving ten finger-sized dents. The force was so great that his arm broke, and he screamed as he fell into the campfire, sparks flying.

The intense burning pain made Iron Helmet shudder, and he scrambled to his feet, but halfway through, he collapsed, vomiting blood, and lay motionless.

Having swiftly defeated two, Xu Dong was still not satisfied. He drew a cold, sharp trident from his storage space and leaped toward Fast Sword.

In the firelight, Fast Sword saw a pair of cold, merciless eyes and trembled. He drew his sword, launching four rapid strikes, each with the maximum force and precision he could muster.

"Since you're Fast Sword, let's see who's faster!"

A mist of cold stars suddenly appeared in front of Xu Dong, each star representing a dagger strike.

Four clinks, four sparks.

Fast Sword's face lit up, "This kid is bluffing, he's not as fast as me!"

But before he could finish his thought, another mist of cold stars enveloped him.

In an instant, four streaks of blood appeared on Fast Sword's body, and he fell back, lifeless.

Xu Dong slowly turned, his eyes cold as he looked at Lao Ba and the others. Having defeated three in three seconds, one per second, one per step, he now carried a formidable aura, making the two men's faces pale with fear, realizing they had met their match.

PS: Unknowingly, it's the 30th of the month. This month, I updated two chapters every day, which was quite a struggle. But fortunately, I managed to do it. I think, if one doesn't push oneself, one doesn't realize how excellent one can be. I hope this serves as an encouragement to everyone.

Additionally, today, Xian Du Huang Long rewarded me with 5000纵横币. I secretly thought, maybe this book has some flavor... Ha ha, everyone, please indulge my imagination, and let's not be too harsh.

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