Chapter 2008 - The Ancient Eagles’ Nest (2/2)
Yassen turned around with a grim face as Lingling was speaking.
“Little girl, are you saying that only the females among the Frosty Ancient Eagles attacked us when we were crossing the lake, but the stronger males were staying in the nest to protect it from invaders?” Yassen asked her.
“Among eagles, the males are usually stronger. Take a look at the ones that are patrolling in the sky. Aren’t they different from the ones we encountered before?” Lingling pointed up at the clouds.
Everyone followed Lingling’s finger and noticed the male eagles that were patrolling had an impressive crest on their heads that was glowing like the sun. Their body structure and wings were obviously stronger than the Frosty Ancient Eagles they had fought against. Even their talons were brimming with power!
“The Frosty Ancient Eagles at the lake are petite compared to them… My gods, do we really have to take this path? Can’t we find another way?” Bertan had already lost his confidence.
The other Mages also felt hopeless after learning the truth.
The females of the Frosty Ancient Eagles were already a huge headache for them, let alone the stronger males that seemed even greater in number!
“We shouldn’t forget about the Ruler-level eagles, and their queen and king, if we are close to their nest,” Yassen added some fuel to the fire.
“Please, don’t even mention it. I’ll just find some valuable rocks nearby to turn in the job. I’m not going to take a step closer to them,” Bertan said.
“There must be a way.”
Everyone fell silent. Some were already backing away, hoping the patrolling eagles would not notice them.
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“Mo Fan, the eggs of the Frosty Ancient Eagles can only hatch in extremely cold and dark environments. Those are also the places where Night Amethysts are usually found, so it’s simple where you should go next,” Nanyu told him quietly.
“Why do I feel like it’s not simple at all? I might not be good at studies, but I’m pretty sure all living creatures treat their eggs and younglings very seriously, especially the places where they lay their eggs. There must be a powerful leader among them guarding the eggs, and you’re telling me that’s where I should go to look for the Night Amethyst?” Mo Fan protested.
“I’m saying that it’s a possibility, since the conditions for a Night Amethyst to form naturally are extremely harsh. If you can’t find one where the Frosty Ancient Eagles are laying their eggs, you will have to go deeper,” Nanyu persisted.
“Please don’t add injury to my insult!” Mo Fan pulled a long face.
Mo Fan’s heart was covered in holes, just like the eagles’ nesting grounds.
While Mo Fan was figuring out a plan to tackle the situation, a deafening roar suddenly came from above. The glaciers attached to the mountain cracked and fell to the ground. It looked like the huge mountain had just shed a layer of its skin. The Mages quickly backed away to safety!
“My ears hurt!”
“Such a powerful roar!”