บท 139: Chapter 139: Harvest and Trouble
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"Just beyond that ridge, not far away."
As the man's voice fell, Mo Yu followed his gaze and glanced at a small hill. He nodded slightly in response.
After signaling Qing Lin to hide temporarily, Mo Yu grabbed the man's arm. His foot suddenly stomped the ground, and with a muffled explosion, the ground shook and formed a massive sand pit. Using this recoil, Mo Yu and the man launched themselves toward the top of the hill.
After reaching the top, Mo Yu swiftly dashed a short distance before stopping on a tall tree. He casually threw the dumbfounded man onto a branch and stepped forward, his eyes fixed on the large group of people gathered in the forest below.
In the forest below, a few mercenaries stood back-to-back, holding weapons. Surrounding them were dozens of other mercenaries, clearly divided into two distinct groups. The surrounding mercenaries wore uniforms embroidered with the emblem of a golden lion, which distinguished them from the ones trapped in the center.
"These must be the Berserk Lion Mercenary Group," Mo Yu thought as he scanned the mercenaries. His gaze landed on the three leaders, their strength at the eight-star Dou Shi level, which made Mo Yu take them somewhat seriously.
"Sir... those surrounded in the middle are a squad from our Mountain Demon Mercenary Group. We were going to return after obtaining the Earthcore Soul Fruit, but we were ambushed by these Berserk Berserk Lion Mercenaries..."
The man, still in awe of Mo Yu's earlier speed, respectfully explained. Despite the youth's appearance, he now realized that this seemingly young boy was a hidden expert.
Mo Yu nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping over the ten mercenaries surrounded in the center. Among them were eight men and one woman. His eyes eventually rested on the slender silhouette of a woman.
The woman appeared to be around twenty years old. Her delicate face was quite attractive, but her slightly raised brows revealed a hint of rebelliousness, like a small wildcat from the forest. From her demeanor, one could tell that although she was a beautiful flower among the mercenaries, she was covered in thorns.
Her attire was daring and revealing, with only a short garment covering her chest and lower body. Her bronzed, sensual waist was exposed for all to see, and beneath her short leather skirt were a pair of long, alluring legs.
However, Mo Yu's focus wasn't on her figure; his gaze locked onto the black cloth bag in her hand.
Although the bag seemed ordinary, a strange fragrance wafted from it, seeping into the heart.
"The Earthcore Soul Fruit…" Mo Yu's spirit was lifted at the realization, even from hundreds of meters away, his soul energy stirred at the scent.
Indeed, the treasures of heaven and earth were extraordinary.
"Kill them all, leave Cersei alive! She's the daughter of the Mountain Demon Mercenary Group's leader!"
One of the Berserk Lion Mercenary Group leaders, his eyes flashing with lust as they swept over the woman, barked orders. His gaze quickly shifted to the black cloth bag in her hand, his voice full of greed.
At the leader's command, bloodthirsty expressions appeared on the faces of the Berserk Berserk Lion Mercenaries. Armed with spears and blades, they advanced step by step on the trapped members of the Mountain Demon Mercenary Group.
"Hold on! Nuo Deng has already gone for help. We just need to last a little longer, and we'll be saved!" The seductive woman bit her lip, her delicate hand gripping the cloth bag tightly as she coldly urged her comrades.
Hearing her words, the surrounding mercenaries felt a slight boost in morale, but their sweaty hands still clutched their weapons with anxiety.
Their side's highest strength was only around seven-star Dou Shi, while the other side had several eight-star Dou Shi. Moreover, the Berserk Lion Mercenary Group had the advantage in numbers. Could they really hold on until help arrived?
"Kill!"
The leader of the Berserk Lion Mercenary Group let out a cold laugh, waving his hand as the surrounding mercenaries, filled with murderous intent, charged at the Mountain Demon Mercenary Group.
The Berserk Lion Mercenary Group's overwhelming numbers and superior strength quickly put the Mountain Demon mercenaries on the back foot. Within moments, the Mountain Demon side was completely overwhelmed, and everyone suffered injuries.
"Haha, Miss Cersei, the Earthcore Soul Fruit now belongs to our Berserk Lion Mercenary Group!"
As the seductive woman struggled to fend off the attacks, the leader with triangular eyes suddenly appeared out of nowhere. Like a whirlwind, he lunged for the black cloth bag in her hand.
"Not good!"
Sensing the danger, the woman's expression changed. The Earthcore Soul Fruit had cost the lives of several skilled members of her mercenary group. If they could sell it to an alchemist or a weapon refiner, it would not only gain them valuable connections but also a great fortune.
How could she just stand by and watch as the Berserk Lion Mercenary Group took it from her? In desperation, she threw the black cloth bag far away.
Seeing the bag fly through the air, the triangular-eyed leader's face lit up with desire. Inside that bag was the Earthcore Soul Fruit!
His group had originally been tasked with capturing a young Storm Wolf, but when they happened to encounter the Mountain Demon Mercenaries acting suspiciously, they became suspicious.
After capturing and torturing one of the mercenaries, they learned about the Earthcore Soul Fruit, which sent them into a frenzy of excitement.
Their leader had been struggling to find a suitable birthday gift for the "Little Beast King" of Mulan Valley. The young Storm Wolf had been one option—a fully grown Storm Wolf would become a powerful fourth-tier magical beast, making it an excellent battle pet.
However, compared to the Earthcore Soul Fruit, the Storm Wolf seemed insignificant. Offering the Earthcore Soul Fruit as a gift would win them favor with a true powerhouse.
With this in mind, the triangular-eyed leader abandoned his original mission and redirected his forces to hunt down the Mountain Demon Mercenary Group.
Now, with the black cloth bag within reach, he couldn't contain his excitement.
Just as he leaped to grab the bag, a sharp sound pierced the air.
"Whoosh!"
A sharp whistling sound suddenly echoed through the sky. A black shadow streaked across the horizon, like a bolt of lightning, and pierced toward the triangular-eyed leader.
Sensing danger, the leader's heart trembled with fear. He twisted his body and quickly retreated.
As the dust settled, a slim figure holding a black spear appeared in everyone's sight. The black cloth bag landed safely in this newcomer's hand.
The sudden appearance of the handsome youth shocked both sides. But the Berserk Berserk Lion Mercenaries were infuriated—after fighting the Mountain Demon group for so long, someone else dared to steal their prize? This was unforgivable!
Glaring at the unexpected guest, the triangular-eyed leader's expression darkened. Without wasting words, he waved his hand, and five mercenaries, all at the two-star Dou Shi level, charged at Mo Yu with vicious intent.
Mo Yu sniffed the scent of the Earthcore Soul Fruit in his hand, his lips curling into a smile. He quickly stored it in his storage ring, then glanced at the approaching mercenaries with a mocking sneer.
Gripping his Divine Might Black Thunder Spear, Mo Yu lifted his foot slightly before stomping down hard. His figure suddenly shifted from complete stillness to rapid motion, streaking like thunder. In the blink of an eye, he dashed past the five mercenaries.
"Boom! Boom!"
As Mo Yu came to a sudden halt, the five mercenaries, who had charged at him with vicious intent, recoiled violently. Their bodies flew backward, blood spurting from the spear wounds in their chests as they slammed into the ground.
Loosening his grip on the spear, Mo Yu remained calm. Five two-star Dou Shi mercenaries might be troublesome for a five-star Dou Shi, but for him, they were no match. One strike was all it took.
"Hiss..."
The entire confrontation, from start to finish, took only about ten seconds. In that short time, victory was already decided.
The crowd watched Mo Yu's thunderous display with slightly agape mouths, faces filled with shock. Their gazes locked on the boy's back in astonishment.
How could such terrifying power be hidden within that thin frame?
"This guy... so handsome, so powerful," the seductive woman murmured, her red lips slightly parted as she stared at the young man who had effortlessly defeated five powerful mercenaries with a single strike.
"Miss Cersei, are you all alright?" A man, limping down from the tree, called out excitedly. Careful to avoid the bodies of the Berserk Berserk Lion Mercenaries, he approached the group from the Mountain Demon Mercenaries and smiled at the woman.
"Nuo Deng, weren't you supposed to return to Lannister Town for reinforcements? Why are you still here?" Cersei, the seductive woman, raised her brows and scolded him.
With a bitter smile, Nuo Deng pointed at Mo Yu's back, explaining the situation.
"He's after the Earthcore Soul Fruit too?" Cersei frowned upon hearing his explanation.
"Probably. I had no choice but to reveal the location of the Earthcore Soul Fruit to save you all," Nuo Deng replied, shaking his head with a wry smile. "But first, we need to drive off the Berserk Lion Mercenaries, or our lives are at stake."
"Drive them off? Relying on him?" Cersei glanced skeptically at the young man. Although his thunderous strike had left a deep impression, the Berserk Lion Mercenaries had three eight-star Dou Shi, and Mo Yu didn't seem older than twenty.
Nuo Deng was stunned for a moment, then smiled awkwardly. "I think… he should be able to handle it. After all, I told him about the Berserk Lion Mercenaries' strength. If he wasn't confident, why would he have come?"
Cersei furrowed her brows in contemplation, but in the end, she could only shake her head in frustration. In their current situation, they had no choice but to hope the boy could deliver a surprising performance.
On the other side, the triangular-eyed leader of the Berserk Lion Mercenaries narrowed his eyes when he saw Mo Yu easily injure two of his subordinates and store the Earthcore Soul Fruit in his storage ring.
"Boy, it's unwise to offend the Berserk Lion Mercenaries in the Ten Thousand Beasts Mountain Range. If you know what's good for you, return the Earthcore Soul Fruit now!" he said coldly.
Mo Yu smirked. "I believe the Earthcore Soul Fruit belongs to the Mountain Demon Mercenaries, no? If I return it, it should be to them."
"You're courting death!" The triangular-eyed leader's face twisted with malice. With a wave of his hand, he ordered, "All of you, attack! Kill him!"
"Yes!" The surrounding Berserk Lion Mercenaries hesitated briefly before hardening their expressions, brandishing their sharp spears, and charging at Mo Yu.
"All wounded, stay put. The rest, follow me!" Cersei's brows arched as she coldly ordered her mercenaries to engage.
"No need, just stay back. Don't get in my way." Without turning his head, Mo Yu spoke calmly.
"You..." Cersei froze mid-step, her brows raised in indignation. It was the first time someone had looked down on her like this.
But as she looked at the boy's thin, cold back, she couldn't help but feel that Mo Yu had a real chance of winning.
A short distance away, Mo Yu stood with his spear in hand. After a brief silence, a thin layer of silver Dou Qi enveloped his body, while wisps of crimson thunder flames flickered around him, giving off an unusual aura.
Seeing this, the triangular-eyed leader felt a growing sense of dread.
"Boom!"
Despite being outnumbered, Mo Yu decided to strike first. In a flash, he appeared in front of several three-star Dou Shi from the Berserk Lion Mercenaries. His gaze cold and indifferent, he thrust his spear forward, the powerful energy behind it piercing through their chests.
With soft thuds, their pupils contracted as blood and shattered organs spewed from their mouths. Each fell to the ground lifeless, gaping wounds in their chests.
In the blink of an eye, Mo Yu killed several low-level Dou Shi. His figure blurred again as he appeared among a group of four and five-star Dou Shi, his spear moving like a machine gun, killing the dozen or so fleeing mercenaries.
The Mountain Demon Mercenaries stared in shock. Such overwhelming strength—who was this young man? Could he be from one of the great families?
After losing so many men in just a few exchanges, the triangular-eyed leader's face twisted in savage rage. He exchanged glances with the two remaining eight-star Dou Shi leaders, their faces turning vicious as they unleashed their powerful Dou Qi, forming protective Dou Qi robes. The three of them charged at Mo Yu in a triangular formation.
Their well-coordinated attack revealed their years of experience fighting together. Even a Da Dou Shi would need to tread carefully against this combination of three eight-star Dou Shi.
However, Mo Yu wasn't an ordinary person. Though only a six-star Dou Shi, his strength was far from typical.
Slamming his Divine Might Black Thunder Spear into the ground, Mo Yu channeled his Dou Qi. A powerful surge of silver Dou Qi enveloped his spear.
As the Dou Qi grew stronger, it took on the shape of a roaring energy lion at the tip of his spear.
Mo Yu's eyes grew colder as the lion formed. His spear trembled violently before he stomped the ground. "Quick Flash!"
With a swift movement, Mo Yu charged at the three leaders, roaring, "Lion Roar!"
This advanced Xuan-class Dou Technique, acquired during his exploration of the cave with Xiao Yixian, was terrifying in its power.
With his roar, a massive energy lion surged from the tip of his spear, accompanied by a deafening roar that echoed through the forest, leaving Cersei pale with fear.
"Not good!" The three leaders' faces changed drastically. Mo Yu's strength had far exceeded their expectations. They hurriedly activated their Dou Techniques to defend themselves.
"Lion Slash!"
"Heart-Shattering Fist!"
"Tiger-Pouncing Palm!"
Three powerful Dou Techniques were unleashed in succession, but despite their superior cultivation levels, they were outmatched by Mo Yu's Dou Qi foundation and technique mastery.
"Boom!"
The clash of energies sent shockwaves through the area, toppling trees and leaving deep cracks in the ground beneath their feet.
Dust and debris filled the air, obscuring everyone's vision.
As the three leaders struggled to recover, a dark figure suddenly appeared above them.
"Instant Flash!"
With a voice like a death sentence, the dark figure descended, thrusting his spear toward one of the leaders on the left.
Mo Yu's cold smile appeared as he swiftly approached his target from above, his spear plunging down.
"Bang!" Blood and brain matter sprayed through the air as the man's body collapsed lifelessly.
The remaining leader tried to flee but met the same fate under Mo Yu's merciless assault.
Watching his two companions die, the triangular-eyed leader's face twisted in terror.
"You can't kill me! If you do, our captain—no, Lord Little Beast King—won't let you off!" he shouted in desperation before turning to flee into the depths of the forest.
Mo Yu frowned slightly and hurled his Divine Might Black Thunder Spear after him.
"Squelch…" The spear pierced through the leader's throat, leaving only the spear's shaft visible as it embedded into the ground.
Without sparing the fallen leader a glance, Mo Yu walked over to retrieve his spear.
"Little Beast King, huh…" Mo Yu muttered thoughtfully, recalling the leader's final words.
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