in2ebook Chapter 299 The Challenge from the Bird of Joy
Chapter 299 The Challenge from the Bird of Joy
Chapter 299 The Challenge from the Bird of Joy
As the war progressed and the battle lines were extended, it indicated that the Spirit Feather Clan had achieved their first victory against the first wave of insect attacks, and the birds and beasts played an indispensable role in this victory.
The tree spirits need weapons and plants to aid them in combat, while the birds and beasts can directly engage in melee combat. Although their efficiency may not be as high as the tree spirits' ability to strangle them with plants, the scene looks much more exciting.
It must be said that such a scene can greatly motivate people on the battlefield.
This aligns well with the temperament of some battle maniacs, so unsurprisingly, after a battle, many warriors developed a mutual respect and admiration for the birds and beasts.
Birds and beasts are suited for close combat, while tree spirits excel at ranged attacks and group battles; in this respect, they complement each other perfectly.
If we're talking about what's best for building relationships, fighting together is undoubtedly at the top of the list. Two races that were originally very respectful of each other have discovered a new possibility for fusion for the first time.
Plant stranglers are useful, but they can't be used too often. Forcing plants to grow is a very energy-consuming process, so each time you use them, you should make sure they are used effectively.
The final, scattered attack didn't require the use of the greatsword. The birds, beasts, and melee warriors all took to the field. After such a long battle, they could coordinate perfectly without needing to communicate verbally.
The last beetle had its head smashed by a single claw from the magpie and was tossed aside. The warrior, who had almost been hit by the beetle's venom, touched his forehead and said, "Thanks, friend~"
"Neigh~" The dark eyes stared at the smiling warrior, and a hint of warmth appeared in the eyes that were originally unreadable. A soft cry seemed to be a response.
Before the soldiers could even approach and make contact, the Bird of Joy took flight, circling twice around the battlefield. Its multicolored feathers, illuminated by the blue moon, possessed an eerie beauty that instantly drew everyone's attention.
However, the main reason the Bird of Joy did this was to gather the flock of birds and beasts. The birds and beasts that had been brought back with Leshan saw their leader's actions as a signal to gather, and all the birds and beasts that saw it responded immediately, the sound of their wings flapping echoing throughout the dense jungle.
More and more birds and beasts joined the flock of the Joyful Birds circling around. The Joyful Birds had their own plan for their little brothers. It was a mystery how it could count its bird and beast brothers so accurately in such a hurried and chaotic moment. Perhaps it was a talent.
In short, while Leshan was still gathering his team to clear the battlefield, the birds and beasts had already quickly assembled and, led by the Fanle Bird, arrived at the rear of the battle command, which was where Lechu was located.
If counting is a bonus for a leader, then accurately identifying the leader from a group is an essential skill. The Joyful Bird is naturally suited to be a leader of its kind; the moment it leads its birds and beasts into the battlefield, it instantly identifies who is in charge.
The large birds and beasts followed the avian and found suitable places to perch. Some were quick and managed to grab thick branches, while others were slower and could make do with stones next to the grass.
Le Chu observed the different landing locations and the seemingly relaxed movements of the birds and beasts as they tilted their heads to preen their feathers.
After the bird of joy landed not far in front of him, it did not come any closer. Instead, Le Chu stared at the bird of joy for a while before slowly opening his lips amidst the astonished gazes of his tribesmen.
"You want to see me for something?"
His dark eyes stared at Le Chu, who appeared calm and collected, a hint of confusion in them. This person seemed somewhat familiar to him.
Aside from the long, white hair that seemed almost identical to Lezhi's in the dim light, what was most striking about this person was their eyes.
The look in his eyes was devoid of any fear or apprehension; instead, it was filled with curiosity and admiration, just as Lezhi had when he first met him.
However, compared to Lezhi, Lechu has a greater sense of confidence in being in control of everything.
Yes, this person certainly doesn't need to be afraid, because he is confident that he can beat it.
Its dark eyes narrowed slightly, and the bird of joy puffed out a low cry.
"Neigh~~"
Most of the time, the calls of birds and animals are not for communication with their own kind, but for expressing their emotions. The call of the Fanle Bird, however, clearly expresses this emotion; it is challenging Lechu to a duel.
The people present were not the young people like Leyou and Lezhi. They had lived longer and naturally knew more, and had some knowledge of the meanings represented by the calls of birds and beasts.
Therefore, almost the instant the bird of joy uttered its call, everyone understood its meaning.
It challenged the clan chief to fight it. Why? Because after Captain Leshan returned with reinforcements, the clan chief did not go to the front lines to fight, but instead stayed in the rear to control the battle situation, and had no direct interaction with this prosperous bird.
Why did this bird come up and cause trouble as soon as the battle ended? What did the chief do that the bird couldn't tolerate? Or is it just naturally disliked by birds?
……
Without turning around, Le Chuguang could tell from the expressions on the faces of his tribesmen that they were thinking about him. These guys, they'd wait until he had a free moment.
But right now, he needs to deal with this big guy in front of him first.
"A fight? Are you sure! I won't hold back, even though we just fought side by side." Le Chu had never taken any battle lightly in her life, and she naturally wouldn't accept the challenge from Fan Le Niao.
However, it's best to be upfront about the unpleasant things, since there are so many birds, beasts, and tribespeople watching.
"Eh~"
If he wanted him to hold back, the Fanle Bird wouldn't have challenged him. Giving Le Chu a positive response, the Fanle Bird slightly raised its wing roots, instantly doubling the size of its already enormous body, making it even more intimidating.
Clearly, the Bird of Joy couldn't wait any longer and wanted to start the battle it had initiated immediately.
Birds and beasts usually only use a few provocative gestures, and Le Chu immediately understood what the Prosperous Bird meant. A smile of interest played on her lips, and Le Chu's movements remained unhurried, yet each step forward seemed to resonate firmly in everyone's hearts.
Standing before the bird of joy, Le Chu's smile remained evident, her eyes were calm, but she exuded an aura of unassailable authority.
If it's war, then let's fight.
The man and the bird faced off for a moment. During this time, the onlookers went from watching a show to being solemn, and finally, they even unconsciously held their breath.
A gentle breeze blew by, lifting the strands of hair that were hanging down by Le Chu's cheeks. Before the hair could fall back to its original position, his body suddenly moved.
The bird, which was closely watching Le Chu's movements, was also quick to react. In fact, of the two, it was the one who lost patience first and made the first move. However, Le Chu reacted too quickly, so to outsiders, it appeared that they moved almost at the same time.
The white wings that had once amazed Lezhi suddenly unfurled, and Lechu, like a white lightning bolt, was dozens of meters away one second, and the next second, she had already invaded the sight of Fanle Bird.
A similar white figure, the previous one had easily defeated it when it first appeared, leaving a considerable shadow on Fanle Bird. But now, under the influence of Blue Moon, Fanle Bird's courage was bursting. Its fighting spirit was growing stronger, and its mind was becoming more and more calm. It did not panic when facing Lezhi.
Ultimately, it's because it felt it could go toe-to-toe with Lechu, unlike facing Lezhi, which required overcoming immense fear.
Seeing that the nimble bird had evaded his attack, Le Chu was not frustrated. Instead, he quickly adjusted his posture and looked for the next opportunity to strike.
His gaze remained calm throughout. If Fanle Bird were to look closely, it would discover that his pure white eyes, so similar to Lezhi's, also possessed the same indifference, though it was usually concealed by gentleness and not revealed.