Chapter 443 Chapter 408 (1/2)
The group chatted as they ate, sitting around the roast meat. Soon, Yang Ling understood several things.
Just as he had expected, even though there were over twenty people within the hunting team, most of them were very inexperienced. Some of them were warriors who had come out to train, some were Spellcasters who had just ended their stint as a Magical Apprentice, and others were troops and adventurers who had just changed their occupations to become hunters. They had joined the hunting team of the beautiful young lady Florence after her warm invitation.
After receiving news that Yang Ling was going to buy Magical Beasts at a high price, they had rushed into the Terras Forest overnight, searching for traces of mid to low-level Magical Beasts, hoping to make a killing. Unexpectedly, they had not encountered any mid-level Magical Beasts but instead came across a heavily injured level nine Lightning Bird King that had difficulties flying. In their elation, they had chased it all the way there.
”There are many Lightning Birds within the Terras Forest, how can you be sure that the injured creature is a level nine Lightning Bird King? Also, are you not afraid that you would step into a nest of Lightning Birds and get attacked by a large group of them?” Looking at the many inexperienced, beginner hunters, Yang Ling shook his head.
Even powerful and experienced hunters did not dare barge into the deeper regions of the Terras Forest. Not one of the bunch of hunters before him had abilities above three stars, yet they were foolhardy enough to barge into the area and were talking so loudly as they walked. Yang Ling was at awe for their good fortune, being able to survive until now!
”After a Lightning Bird evolved to level nine, its feathers would turn from yellow to gold, one look, and we'll know!” After wiping her little mouth with a handkerchief, Florence continued, ”Brother Yuri, don't worry, we have over twenty people in the group. We have powerful Swordsmen and exceptional Spellcasters, as well as archers whose skills are greater than elves. We would not have any problems even if we were to encounter a large group of Lightning Birds. We can definitely guarantee your safety if you join our hunting team, and you would even have a good salary every month. How's that, much better than you fearfully digging up medicinal herbs every day, isn't it!”
Having munched on dry rations for over ten days, Florence no longer wanted to see those hard rations. Unfortunately, even though they had a few female members within the hunting team, none of them could make something palatable. The meat they roasted would either be heavily charred, or there would be a lingering stench. Some of the meat even had fur still attached, making her retch. The meat was worse than even the hard, dry rations. After tasting Yang Ling's food, she was determined to pull him into the group. A hunting team with a designated chef was much more awe-inspiring.
”I heard that even five-star hunters do not dare barge into the deeper regions of the forest where Magical Beasts lurk. If we continue on our pursuit, would we…” Yang Ling laughed, meaningfully shooting looks at the insignia of a three-star hunter embroidered on Florence's collar.
A soft, silver armor coupled with a thick black belt, the outfit looked simple yet elegant. Her golden hair danced in the wind, revealing a portion of her fair, sexy neck. Her slender, toned legs, and tender waist made her look more like a model in a fashion show. However, whether or not she would make a decent hunter was another story.
Florence's face turned a little red. Just as she was thinking about how she could convince Yang Ling, the large bloke sitting beside her said angrily, ”Hmph, that test for hunters is too unfair, it cannot completely explain our true abilities. I have already become a beginner Swordsman three years ago, but the Hunter Association only rated me as a three star hunter, saying that I lack knowledge used by hunters. It is all a load of crap!”
”I heard that the test set by the Hunter Association tests your overall abilities. In the forest where Magical Beasts lurk at every corner, a person with a little more strength or a greater amount of Magical Energy might not be that much more useful!” Yang Ling pretended to hesitate in deliberation, then continued, ”However, I heard that there are a few precious medicinal herbs near where Lightning Birds lived. I can head there and have a look if I have your protection!”
”Alright, then let us leave immediately!” Florence gave a loud order, instructing the group to set off immediately. As long as she could capture this injured level nine Lightning Bird, every member within the hunting team would receive a good amount of Crystal Coins. When that time comes, this bitter merchant might change his attitude and beg them to let him join the team.
Florence and her group had no experience when it came to hunting, but they had a Dogman whose sense of smell was better than even a hunting dog within the team. He led the group forward as he followed the scents left behind by the level nine Lightning Bird King and the traces of blood on the ground. They traversed through mountains, finally arriving at a steep mountain after walking for the greater half of the day. The mountain was neither tall nor large, but it was incredibly steep. Even a monkey would have difficulties scaling the mountain, much less a human. Standing at the base of the mountain, they could faintly see a giant cave at the peak of the mountain, with Lightning Birds larger than even Gryphons flying in and out continuously.
”Captain Florence, what do we do? Are we going to charge in just like that?” Looking at the steep mountain, then seeing the level seven Lightning Birds flying in and out continuously, the Dogman leading the way secretly cursed his luck.
Even though they knew that the heavily injured level nine Lightning Bird King was at the top, who could climb the steep mountain and attack a group of Lightning Birds? Disregarding the fact that they had to deal with the powerful Lightning Birds, whether or not they were able to scale the steep mountain was also a large problem!
”Hmph, fool, if you cannot climb up, then get the Lightning Birds to fly down!” As long as we set up a trap, I do not believe that these stupid birds would be able to escape!” The beautiful young lady Florence hit the Dogman on his head, then turned her head and spoke to the large bloke behind her, ”You have the loudest voice, so you'll be responsible for acting as bait!”
”Miss Florence, it's true that I am louder than most people, but I am the slowest person here, can we get someone else?” Hearing that he had to act as bait for a large bunch of Lightning Birds, the large bloke who proclaimed that he had already become a beginner Swordsman three years ago shivered!
”What are you complaining about, you won't die even if you want to with me around! At the very most, I'll buy another round of drinks for you after we get the Crystal Coins!”