The Crocodile Tiger!
This type of beast was unique to the North and was quite famous in the Sea-Ao Empire. There were even tamed Crocodile Tigers as mounts in the North Shipping Company.
However, this type of beast was wild and difficult to tame. The strength of an adult Crocodile Tiger was comparable to a powerhouse of the Fourth Realm. The price to pay for such a mount was even more difficult than owning a beast-type military hovercar.
"Roar …"
The Crocodile Tiger growled. It could instinctively sense danger but could not find the source of this danger.
At this moment, a soft meow was heard. The Crocodile Tiger felt its head sink as if a small animal was sitting on its head.
Suddenly, this Northern Direbeast was furious. It wanted to jump up and crash into a towering tree in front of it.
The next moment, it felt a terrifying aura emerging. This was the absolute suppression from a superior Direbeast. In an instant, the Crocodile Tiger was pressed to the ground.
"Woo woo …"
The Crocodile Tiger whimpered and let out a weak cry. Its five-meter long body could no longer move and could only beg for mercy.
On its head, the Blue Kitty retracted its aura, stretched out its paw, and patted the Crocodile Tiger. Then, it turned to look at Hayashi River and waved its paw, asking for credit.
"Let it go."
Hayashi River sat on the back of the Crocodile Tiger and ordered.
Swoosh … The Crocodile Tiger flew out, not daring to disobey the Blue Kitty's order.
This scene made Hayashi River quite curious about the origin of the Blue Kitty. This little guy's real race should be an extremely superior Direbeast.
Or rather, it might be of a higher level than a Direbeast.
After all, the only Direbeasts with such intelligence on land were the superior Dragon Beasts and a few extinct tribes.
However, Hayashi River did not find any information related to the Blue Kitty in his search.
He touched the back of the Crocodile Tiger. It was crocodile skin covered with barbs. Even with the Psychic Force protecting his body, it was very uncomfortable to sit on.
The origin of this Crocodile Tiger was actually quite simple. It was the offspring of a giant crocodile from the North and a tiger.
In this world, there was no reproductive isolation between many species. Instead, after reproducing, they would give birth to even stronger bloodlines.
When he first came to this world, Hayashi River was quite surprised by this. Perhaps it was because of this that so many powerful sea beasts were born in the five seas.
The situation on land was similar. Many species appeared because there was no reproductive isolation between species.
Of course, this was only one of the reasons why there were so many mystical and powerful races in this world.
When Hayashi River was flipping through the ancient records, he once saw a record that stated that in the distant past, before the Age of Darkness, more than ten thousand years ago, the creatures on this continent were incomparably powerful, and the sea beasts of the five seas at that time couldn't compare.
According to the ancient records, the rulers of the continent in that era were not only the Dragon Clan, but also the Giants, the Dwarves who had divine power, the Elves who had magical skills, and so on …
It was said that the current Centaur race was the offspring of the humanoid race and the intelligent horse race of the ancient era. The humanoid race referred to the giants of the ancient era.
There was also information that the current human race also had the bloodline of the Giant race. As for the truth, it was impossible to verify.
There was no reproductive isolation between species. Although many powerful species were born, they also gave birth to many terrifying monsters.
Before this, the races of the "Shadow Covenant" that revolved around the tall tower of Foka were monster-like races that were born from the excessive reproduction of many species.
When these races were born, they were not accepted by other creatures and were ostracized by the pure-blooded races. Thus, they banded together and formed the "Shadow Covenant".
"Before the Age of Darkness, those pure-blooded creatures all gathered in the Four Major Domains?"
"What is the relationship between the creatures of the Four Major Domains and the Shadow race of the" Shadow Covenant "…"
Hayashi River asked Mossy Bone in a low voice.
There was a sizzling sound in the earpiece. Mossy Bone hesitated for a while but did not speak.
He was not hiding anything. In reality, the races of the Four Major Domains had a very complicated relationship with the Shadow race. It was not something that could be easily explained.
Hayashi River shook his head slightly and did not continue asking. In front of him, there was a forest of towering trees. The branches and leaves of the giant trees were like canopies that covered the sky.
This was the deepest part of Shi Haishan City. Going over here was the main road to the Northern Royal City.
"So the location of the experimental base is in this forest …"
Mental energy spread out like a tide. Hayashi River's senses enveloped the forest, but he did not see anything that could be called a building.
He took out a feather that Bayun had given to Hayashi River.
This feather was very special. It was half a meter long and had a very soft texture. There were fine ancient veined patterns engraved on the feather tube.
From this point alone, it could be seen that this was a valuable antique.
With a flick of his wrist, Hayashi River threw the feather out. The fierce winds blew through the mountains, and the feather fluttered with the wind. It followed a strange path and disappeared into the forest.
Then, the feather disappeared into thin air from Hayashi River's perception range.
Thud …
There was a soft sound. The two trees in front of him shook violently, and then slid to the sides, revealing a path.
"How magical!"
Leaping down from the crocodile's mouth and tiger's back, Hayashi River scurried into the path and plucked the feather from a stone tablet.
Whoosh …
The two trees returned to their original positions. Hayashi River walked up and carefully examined them. He still could not find any clues, and did not understand what principle this was based on.
"This is a special method of the Centaur race. The other ancient races all have their own special things …" Mossy Bone said.
For example, the location of the Redbud Treasure Vault in Davo City was also very secretive.
If not for Hayashi River's [Materialized Mental Energy], the Redbud Treasure Vault would never have seen the light of day. This was an ancient elven technique, and to a certain extent, it was even more brilliant than the Centaur race's setup.
Following this path, Hayashi River quickly reached his destination. It was a building ruin built against the mountain.
Whoosh whoosh whoosh …
Mechanical white mice scurried out and searched the ruins. Mechanical bees also flew out to search for what Hayashi River wanted.
"It really was blown up from the inside. Looks like Bayun wasn't lying …"
Images were transmitted from the goggles. Hayashi River looked at the situation in the ruins, and only then did he confirm what Bayun had said.
Mossy Bone was silent for a moment before saying, "So you've always suspected the Centaur race?"
"I'm a Mechanic. If I didn't see the actual information, how could I confirm that what Bayun said was true?"
Hayashi River said matter-of-factly. Before this, he naturally did not trust Bayun. Although Bayun did not lie, sometimes memories could be tampered with.
'Didn't he do the same thing to Viscount Roy?'
Now, the things found in the ruins proved that what Bayun had said was true.
Suddenly, an image was transmitted, and Hayashi River exclaimed.
"Something's not right …"
The scene of the video was in the center of the ruins. Under a large pile of building debris, a mechanical white mouse discovered a secret passage.
Ding ding ding …
On the other side, Mossy Bone quickly analyzed the image and came to a conclusion. Twelve years ago, about a month or two after the research base was destroyed, there were signs of that secret path repeatedly going in and out.
"The remains of the [Earth King Equipment], not a single fragment …"
Hayashi River frowned as he looked at the situation. In the ruins of the research base, not to mention the remains of the [Earth King Equipment], there was nothing of value left.
This was too unusual …
"Someone discovered this research base and blew it up. They secretly came here and took away the valuable things …"
Rubbing his forehead, Hayashi River felt a headache coming on. It was not that this matter was confusing, but he had actually thought of a few possibilities.
However, every one of them was trouble that he did not want to get involved in.
"This is a little troublesome …"
Mossy Bone muttered, his tone gloating.
Seeing this young man's headache was a very interesting thing for Mossy Bone.
"Then, do you still want to continue investigating?" Mossy Bone asked a question that he already knew the answer to.
Hayashi River could not be bothered with this AI. He controlled a mechanical white mouse to enter the secret path and investigate it.
After some consideration, he prepared to enter the secret path to find out what was going on.
"For the sake of perfecting the [Seventh Equipment], I can only take the risk," Hayashi River muttered.
When Mossy Bone and Blue Kitty heard this, they secretly rolled their eyes. With Hayashi River's current strength, there were not many things that could really put him in danger.
Although the energy of the [Seventh Armor] was exhausted, and the [Phantom of the Void Bones] was being repaired, Hayashi River had lost two things that he could rely on. However, his true combat power, even if it was still a distance away from the sixth realm, was not too far away.
In addition, Hayashi River had all kinds of methods. As long as he did not face a seventh realm powerhouse head-on, he could easily escape.
"Little guy, it's time for you to play your role …"
Hayashi River patted the head of the little Blue Kitty. The latter meowed reluctantly. It knew that it would not do anything good if it followed him out.
Under the majestic gaze of its master, the Blue Kitty could only yield. The front half of its body enlarged, and it quickly cleaned up the ruins.
One had to admit that after the enlargement of the little Blue Kitty, in terms of strength, most likely even a seventh realm powerhouse could not compare to it.
Large pieces of building debris, in front of the Blue Kitty, were like small stones. With a casual flick, they were sent flying.
"Little Meow, I'll wait until your body is completely enlarged …" Hayashi River sighed.
Hearing this, the Blue Kitty's body trembled, and it cast a resentful look at its master. That was the scene that it did not want to see the most.
"You can't think that way. After the body enlarges, it's not like it can't become smaller …
"Moreover, your current state looks uncoordinated. How mighty it is after the enlargement!
"Only when you have that kind of power can you truly be at ease …"
While he followed beside Lan Xiaomiao, Lin Chuan acted like a hands-off boss and watched as the pets acted as movers while he mentally prepared the little girl.
In this regard, the Blue Kitty only wanted to shake its head. It did not want to listen, it did not want to listen. With its super charm, it could already eat and wait for its death. What did it need such great power for …
Looking at the little guy that had already turned into a lazy cat, Hayashi River still wanted to say something, but he was already in front of the secret passage.
Carefully sneaking in from the entrance, Hayashi River moved forward quickly. Soon, he found that this secret passage did not have any defensive measures, and it was unimpeded.
To be precise, this secret passage originally had defensive measures, but they had been completely dismantled.
Analyzing all the signs, this was also something that happened 12 years ago …
"In these 12 years, it seems like many shocking things happened in the Northern Land …" Hayashi River murmured.
"This kind of matter that involves the struggle of the royal family has always been very secretive. If we don't discover it today, I'm afraid that even after a hundred years, there might not be any news about it …" Mossy Bone said emotionally.
After calculating the time, Hayashi River did not delay any longer. He moved forward quickly, and soon saw the end of the passage.
Flying out of the exit, Hayashi River looked around, and the scene that reflected in front of him made him dumbfounded.
In front of him was a huge lake. In the distance, there was a tributary that flowed down the cliff, and the rumbling sound of a waterfall could be heard from afar …
On the opposite side of the cliff was a towering mountain. With Hayashi River's senses, he could vaguely "see" that there were many cave entrances in the mountain, and that there was a faint flickering light of fire.
"What is this place?"
Hayashi River was stunned. He had a map of Shi Haishan City, and also the secret map that Bayun had given him.
But on these two maps, there was not a single place that corresponded to this place.
Just then …
A faint sound attracted Hayashi River's attention. He turned his head and saw a figure scuttling out of the lake not far away.
The figure was dressed in a tight-fitting leather jacket, and she had all the right curves. It was a woman.
"That's … that woman …"
Hayashi River's expression changed, and he immediately recognized her. This was the woman he had sensed in the oasis town when he had woken up from his miraculous state.
Gazing at this woman, Hayashi River did not move. His entire body was covered with the [Materialized Mental Energy Membrane], and so was Blue Kitty. They were not worried about being discovered.
However, the woman leaped out of the lake and walked straight over. In the darkness, a pair of beautiful eyes looked over.
"Mister, I didn't expect to see you here …" the woman said softly. Her voice was very moving, like a mountain stream.
I've been discovered …
Hayashi River was inexplicably shocked. He had absolute confidence in the [Materialized Mental Energy Membrane]'s camouflage effect.
Even a level-seven expert who had cultivated top-notch sensing techniques would find it difficult to detect him. Why did this woman seem to be able to see him?
Mossy Bones and Blue Kitty were also shocked. To be able to see through the [Materialized Mental Energy Membrane]'s camouflage, one would need to have an equivalent amount of mental energy.
There was clearly no strong mental energy fluctuation on this woman's body. What was going on?
Hayashi River stood there motionlessly. He wondered if this was a trap, and he quickly checked himself to see if he had a tracker or if he had been tainted by something.
Opposite him, the woman chuckled and said, "Mister, don't suspect that this is a trap. I can really see the color on your body …
"You don't have to worry. I mean you no harm. I just want to ask you for a favor …"
As she spoke, the woman strode over.
Hayashi River did not reply. He moved to the side and flew in another direction. He did not want to be entangled with this woman.
However, the woman's speed was beyond his expectations. Her delicate body swayed continuously, and she steadily kept up with Hayashi River's speed.
"You … don't follow me …" Hayashi River finally could not help but call out. There was a hint of exasperation in his tone.
Surprise flashed in the woman's beautiful eyes, but she did as Hayashi River said and stopped.
"Rumble …"
With the woman as the center, the ground within a radius of a thousand meters suddenly exploded. An incomparably terrifying force emerged, and then the place collapsed.
The location of the passage's exit was originally the top of a cliff. This sudden explosion blasted a hole in the cliff.
Bang bang bang …
In the distance, sharp whistling sounds could be heard. This was the sound of crossbow bolts piercing through the air.
One crossbow bolt after another shot toward them. The arrowheads of these crossbow bolts were made of energy crystals, and the energy within them was extremely unstable.
The crossbow bolts collided with the shattered rocks, and a huge explosion occurred. Like balls of light, the explosions attacked the woman in midair and Hayashi River.
Seeing this, Hayashi River could have used the momentum to jump to a safe place.
Now, he could only choose to activate the [Scaled Arm] and open a defensive shield to withstand the waves of intense explosions.
"How f * cking unlucky!? I've been tricked by this woman … "Hayashi River cursed in his heart.
The reason why he chose to retreat at the first moment was because he sensed danger. This kind of danger was sudden, and it was not aimed at him, but at this woman. That was why his reaction was a beat slower.
However, he did not expect that even the cliff body would be blasted apart, and there would be a series of attacks …
In the earpiece, Mossy Bone shouted, "You won't watch this woman fall off the cliff and watch her die, will you?"
In midair, not far from Hayashi River, the woman was also falling rapidly. She had many injuries on her body, and it seemed that her injuries were not light.
"Aren't I also falling off the cliff …"
Hayashi River muttered. He raised his hand and waved. One after another, mechanical bees flew out and scuttled under the woman's body. They released their jets and dragged the woman to the other side of the cliff to avoid the falling rocks.
At the same time, several mechanical bees were released and flew toward the top of the cliff.
…
"Whoosh …"
At the top of the cliff, there was a hole that had been blasted open. The lake water also poured down from there, forming another waterfall.
In the shadows in the distance, figures flew out and checked the situation of the explosion.
"This is a special explosive. When it is activated, no energy fluctuation can be detected. If the center of the explosion is hit, even a Realm Seven cultivator would not be able to withstand it. The target should have died on the spot …"
"There are also crossbow bolts made of Thunder Crystals. If an arrow hits the target, the probability of survival for a cultivator below Realm Six surviving is less than one percent. We can confirm that the target is dead for sure."
"Strange, the target's whereabouts have always been difficult to lock down. Why did she suddenly reveal her tracks?"
"What's so strange about this? After being hunted for so long, there are also times when they let their guard down …"
"Huh, there seems to be signs of another living creature at the explosion point just now. We did not notice it just now …"
"Maybe it's a mountain animal. It is not threatening, so it was naturally ignored by the detectors …"
These figures were very professional. They carefully searched the explosion point and confirmed that the woman was dead or alive.
After a moment, the leader still decided to go to the bottom of the cliff to confirm again. There could not be any mistakes.
"Let's confirm that the target is dead first so that we can report back."
"Otherwise, if something happens later, we will all be in trouble …"
One by one, they took out their equipment and climbed down from the top of the cliff. Like monkeys, they climbed up the cliff.
At the same time.
At the bottom of the cliff, Hayashi River sat on a rock. When he received the feedback from the mechanical bee, his brows furrowed even deeper.
"That's great! Chuan brat, you saved the damsel in distress … and such a beauty at that … "
In the headset, Mossy Bone's voice sounded, mocking him.
Blue Kitty called out. Looking at the woman's injuries, the little fellow was rather worried.
Mossy Bone was right about one thing. This was indeed a beauty, and a stunning one at that.
However, Hayashi River only felt a headache …
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