117 Calm Before the Storm (2/2)

”The comet lynx is a nocturnal hunter, maybe something will happen tonight?” She finally shoved his face away, ”We should be alert.”

She was right. It really wasn't a good time. As an immortal, he couldn't be losing control over his desire like this. But it was partly her fault, she just looked so ravashing...

Chen Wentian sighed. ”I'm sorry. I'll help you meditate.”

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Chen Wentian, as He Xingping, was fully alert as he stood besides He Xinghan, observing the mountain under a clear moonlit night. He Xinghan's immortal aura was fully retracted so as not to alert the comet lynx. They silently watched and listened and they could hear the forests come alive as creatures hunted each other and killed in the name of survival.

Every few minutes, Hong Qi would return and report on the estimated location of the comet lynx. The beast's hunger was insatiable and they had lost another scout tonight under its rampage. He Xinghan could move out and capture it right now without too much issue but he still waited. Perhaps he wanted to wait until the lynx broke through? The body of an immortal beast would certainly provide him much greater benefits.

”Sir, should we capture the beast?” Chen Wentian asked.

”No... it's not time yet.” He Xinghan replied tersely.

”What if it actually broke through. It might be a problem.” Chen Wentian pressed.

”Tsk, even if it did, it's no match for me. Shut up and do your job.”

”Yes sir.” Chen Wentian bowed and kept his mouth shut.

He continued to stand watch all through the night, even as He Xinghan retreated to his tent. It was pretty boring as it looked like nothing would happen tonight. His thoughts drifted he tried to guess why Qu Shen hadn't attacked yet. By all means, He Xinghan was a sitting duck in this remote area. Did Qu Shen know that He Zicheng was also in the vicinity? Or did Qu Shen also want to wait until the comet lynx broke through? Maybe he wanted to kill two birds with one stone and capture both He Xinghan and an immortal beast.

Chen Wentian's own greedy heart also wished they would wait until the comet lynx broke through. He hadn't had time to go out hunting for souls since he took on disciples. If he was lucky enough, and the situation chaotic enough, there might be a chance to add it to his collection.