Chapter 552 - 261
"Creak."
Seeing that he had successfully stopped everyone, Iron Head nodded slightly.
Next, no one should try to break into the farm, right?
However, that night, a piece of information suddenly spread widely on the internet: "Advisor Chen left a powerful Steel-headed Ground Rat at his farm. If you can defeat it, you’ll pass the test and get to meet Advisor Chen."
The comments below were enthusiastic:
"A test? Then I’ll check it out tomorrow!"
"I’m on site, the Steel-headed Ground Rat’s methods are extremely brutal, I suggest you weigh your options carefully."
"Queue for one hour, battle for ten seconds, it’s best not to go."
"Meeting Advisor Chen alone isn’t all that impressive, but the test is something else entirely; I want to be the first to pass!"
From then on, for two days Iron Head was locked in endless battles.
Its training targets had changed from motionless rocks to various Pet Beasts that emitted mournful cries.
More and more Beastmasters came; a group of people camped by the farm gate from dawn to dusk. In the end, Iron Head became fed up and erupted with all its strength in a particular battle.
Frost radiated and strong winds howled, splitting the ground in front into a huge chasm.
From then on, the incoming Beastmasters retreated, and those who arrived later were so intimidated by the chasm that they dared not challenge it.
Still, the formidable achievements of Iron Head spread widely online, occasionally attracting Beastmasters who didn’t believe in the legend. They traveled long distances to challenge it, only to be defeated and then leave comments online: "Trust me, don’t come..."
"This Steel-headed Ground Rat is absolutely not something an ordinary Beastmaster can defeat!"
Meanwhile, Chen Yuan, far away in the Mysterious Forest, was oblivious to the commotion caused by Iron Head.
"Yo~"
Qing Bo’s toes lightly tapped the ground, suddenly stirring up a ripple of green, stepping on the ripples to glide forward in the air, freely and gracefully soaring through the sky.
"Ow~"
Seeing wingless Qing Bo effortlessly ascend to the sky, Cola, eager to learn how to fly soon, watched it for a while, then continued practicing.
To fly!
It must learn to fly!
But Cola’s learning process was not smooth. After many days of diligent training, it could already control every point of Wind Energy with some finesse.
Unfortunately, flying is not easy, especially for creatures without wings; they must exert great effort.
Currently, Cola could barely rise half a meter off the ground, far from actual flying.
Cola stared blankly at Qing Bo soaring effortlessly and pondered for a long time: "Ow?"
It doesn’t have wings either, so why is it so at ease?
Chen Yuan basked in the sunlight, wearing sunglasses and lying comfortably on the grass nearby, with a clear, pure lake before him, the sunlight transforming into countless twinkling stars on the water’s surface.
Although it was snowing heavily outside, the area near the World Tree was lush and green, completely unaffected by the season.
A gentle breeze blew by, sensing Cola’s emotions, and Chen Yuan turned his head to look with a slight smile: "Don’t compare yourself to it."
Qing Bo’s race is special, and its quality is the supreme Sunrise; it can fly freely from birth. Cola should practice honestly and strive to fly into the sky soon.
"Quack quack~"
Run Run Duck lay next to Chen Yuan, squinting to bask in the sun, casually flapping its wings.
Cola, come bask in the sun, duck~
"Ow!"
Cola was tempted, but suddenly saw Electric Flying Cat spread its wings and soar into the sky with Qing Bo, immediately quelling its desire to rest.
Impossible!
I haven’t learned to fly yet; I can’t slack off!
"Ying ying ying!"
Flame-tailed Fox and Ice Fox were lying by the lake, stirring the water with their paws, causing ripples that scared the fish into a flurry of flicking tails and chaotic fleeing.
Ice Fox took the opportunity to leap into the water, its bushy tail turning into a powerful engine, spinning rapidly, splashing water everywhere, waves surging.
The next moment, Ice Fox charged at a big fish, swiping its sharp claws forward, blood blending into the water.
"Ying ying~"
When Ice Fox climbed ashore with the fish, larger than itself, in its arms, it wobbled towards Flame-tailed Fox, its tail swinging triumphantly.
"Quack quack~"
Run Run Duck walked over, scrutinizing it with a professional eye, finally nodding.
Although it’s not a Spirit Fish, the meat is tender and elastic, qualified to be my Duck Duck’s afternoon tea.
"Ying~"
Flame-tailed Fox approached, opening its mouth, sparks flickering, when Chen Yuan’s voice suddenly sounded: "Don’t."
"Ying?" Flame-tailed Fox looked over in confusion.
Chen Yuan explained: "I don’t feel like eating grilled fish; let’s make soup instead."
It had been two days since they arrived, and through Duck Duck’s relentless advocacy, he had eaten five grilled fish, now feeling he could smell grilled fish just by opening his mouth.
Summoning the running Fallen Meteor Horned Beast, he took out a specially brought pot, first preparing the Spirit Fish, and then placing it into the pot filled with water.
"Now it’s up to you." Chen Yuan looked at Flame-tailed Fox with anticipation.
"Ying..." Flame-tailed Fox flicked its tail, casting a resentful gaze, but facing the eager eyes of everyone, it had to carefully spray flames.
Orange-yellow flames enveloped the steel pot, and under continuous high heat, it wasn’t long before the water boiled, emitting a faint fragrance.
"Quack quack~"
Run Run Duck stood on tiptoes, sniffing closer, only to be startled by the rising steam, retreating quickly and landing on its bottom.
Chen Yuan spoke lightly: "Haste makes waste."
After saying this, he took out a spoon, scooped out some fish soup, let it cool a bit, took a small taste, and then showed a satisfied smile: "Delicious."