CHAPTER 376: PILLOW WIND

"Squawk..."

The massive claws of the giant eagle grabbed onto the fragments of the gray-white vines, tilting its head, looking left and right.

The girl’s expression froze. She recognized this fellow. Wasn’t this the stupid bird belonging to her master?

"Damn it, put me down..."

The girl angrily spoke, watching as the eagle’s claws lifted a large piece of vine fragment, then ruthlessly bit into it, making crunching sounds.

Boom...

The Thunder Fist and the small gold head collided, producing a deafening noise. The female warriors present were startled, covering their ears and watching the colossal golden eagle in the center of the base. After the impact, they silently averted their gaze.

"Cough... What are you looking at? Get back to work!"

A few captains waved their hands, nonchalantly speaking while patting their chests with lingering fear.

The pet of their master had quite a notorious reputation in Order. Not only was it powerful, but it was also extremely arrogant. Few could handle her.

The massive head of the golden eagle swayed, feeling a bit dizzy, and the vine fragments in its claws fell down.

"Squawk..."

The giant eagle’s head turned, emitting a sharp and piercing roar. Its two huge golden pupils stared fixedly at the girl.

"What are you looking at? If you’re looking, I’ll continue to beat you!"

The girl gritted her teeth, clenched her fist, and provocatively spoke. This was not Order, and she had long been irritated by this fellow. Now it dared to snatch her spoils of war; it was time to teach this arrogant little creature a lesson.

Little Gold became furious, and its majestic wings flapped, with golden feathers like sharp swords, directly attacking the girl.

"Stop it!"

Liu Wanting flew over from a distance, extending her hand to block Little Gold.

Little Gold glared with its copper-bell-like eagle eyes.

Liu Wanting looked at the enraged Little Gold, seeming unhappy due to the provocation it received. She sighed, rubbing her temples. This golden eagle was good in many ways, but it was too arrogant and adept at causing trouble. The journey, which could have been completed in a few hours, had been dragged on for half a day, and it even took a detour. If she had known, she would have flown back herself; it would have only been a bit more tiring.

"If you dare to act, I’ll tell the master when we get back!"

She gave Little Gold a stern look.

The massive golden eyes of the golden eagle rotated a few times, and a hint of fear passed through its anthropomorphic expression. Then, arrogantly turning its head, it walked away.

Both of them landed on the ground.

Liu Wanting looked somewhat surprised at the partially destroyed base. She had noticed it earlier but hadn’t had a chance to inquire.

"What’s going on? Is there a mutant zombie tide?"

The girl, clenching her fists, reluctantly retracted her ability. Well, let’s talk about it next time!

"It’s not a zombie tide; it’s a mutant plant, a vine. It has a fast recovery speed..."

The leading girl explained the details of the situation.

Liu Wanting frowned. She had just learned some information about the origin of the zombie virus and had encountered a similar gray-white vine. However, this vine seemed more formidable, and in Tianhe City, the vines had competing rivals in the form of a group of vast green vines.

Are these two incidents somehow related or specifically targeting Order?

Thinking of this, Liu Wanting couldn’t afford to be negligent. She gestured for the other female warriors to step back and then pulled the leading girl of the base aside.

"Are you saying that the military, during the process of restoring the city, also encountered a similar vine plant, facing a method equally exhausting, but without that humanoid monster?"

The girl in charge also sensed that something was amiss.

"Don’t worry, I’ll report it to the master. Regardless of what stands behind these monsters, daring to attack Order, there’s only one way for them – death!"

The two girls showed a fierce determination. What initially seemed like an accident now appeared to be a conspiracy against Order. Otherwise, how could it be that as soon as Liu Wanting found out about the information, the base in Daheshi suffered an attack?

"Since Daheshi has been attacked, it’s highly likely that similar vine monsters will appear in other branch bases. I’ll inform the other leaders about this."

"Regarding the issue of the base, I don’t think it’s necessary to rebuild. It might be better to merge with other nearby branch bases. This place is no longer suitable for habitation."

Liu Wanting looked at the central cavity of the base and spoke softly. Although the girl in charge felt reluctant, there was no other choice. The cost of rebuilding the city was too high. Unless Order sent over some earth-type ability users, but given the ongoing festivities with the main ruler, it was unlikely to be able to call them.

"Darn it, with such a major issue at the base, I wonder how the master will punish me!"

The leading girl wore a mournful expression, feeling somewhat unhappy. After all, as the leader guarding the branch base, it was her duty to protect the development and security of the base. Now that such a significant problem had occurred, she couldn’t shirk the responsibility.

"Cough, don’t worry. It’s not mainly your fault. Even if the master finds out, he probably won’t say much. Moreover, you killed that vine and humanoid monster; you’ve done quite a bit."

Liu Wanting scratched her head, feeling somewhat awkward. She speculated that this vine and the humanoid monster might have been targeting her specifically, and Daheshi City suffered collateral damage. She felt a bit embarrassed about it.

"You think I’m afraid of the master? I’m afraid of the Punishment Department and those people from the Arbitration Committee. Knowing that I’ve been so derelict in my duty, I probably won’t even keep my position as a leader. Sister Wanting, you have to save me!"

The leading girl grabbed Liu Wanting’s hand, crying and looking at her with a pitiful expression.

"How can I help you with that? I can’t intervene with the Punishment Department."

Liu Wanting said with a hint of amusement. The Punishment Department controlled punishment from top to bottom in Order, almost all female warriors, female slaves, including the members of the Arbitration Committee and the goddesses, were subject to their authority. This included violations of Order rules, defiance of higher-level female warriors, destruction of Order property, disrespectful language towards the master, job negligence, and so on.

Whether it was the lowest-ranking female slaves or ordinary female warriors, even the lofty members of the Arbitration Committee and the goddesses in the heavenly palace, the Punishment Department had the authority to punish them. As for a mere leader, it wasn’t much.

Over the years, how many goddesses had been punished by the Punishment Department? Not to mention the one who controlled the Punishment Department, Lisa. She held the position as the second most influential person in the master’s harem, and even the goddesses in the heavenly palace would be in awe when they heard her name.

After all, if one inadvertently offended the master, unless it was a severe crime, the master might still have some leniency due to old affection, and the punishment might not be too severe. However, if caught by those women in the Punishment Department, it wouldn’t be pleasant.

"Wan Ting, if Lady Lisa finds out, I’m definitely in trouble. After all, I’m your subordinate, Wan Ting sis, you surely will help me, right?"

"Well, I’d like to help you, but Order’s rules make it impossible. And you know, the Punishment Department has never shown any mercy."

"But you don’t have to worry. You’ve made up for your mistake. Even if there’s punishment, it won’t be too severe. Relax!"

Liu Wanting comfortingly patted the leading girl’s shoulder.

"Why say there’s no way? Wan Ting sis, aren’t you going back to participate in the Sex Olympics? Just go there and blow some pillow wind by the master’s side, and everything should be fine!"

"The ones who can influence the Punishment Department’s decisions are not only Lady Lisa, the head of the Punishment Department, but also probably the master and the main lady. Wan Ting sis, if you don’t help me, I’ll be in big trouble!"

"You silly girl, what are you saying!"

Liu Wanting blushed and glared at the leading girl, feeling annoyed.

To her surprise, the girl, who was crying just a moment ago, now held her hand with a playful smile. She had completely shed the crying appearance and was now pouting cutely.

If other female warriors saw this, their jaws might drop. Was this the same powerful leader who roared with thunderous abilities just a moment ago?

The more the girl clung to her, the redder Liu Wanting’s face became. She felt like a young deer colliding uncontrollably in her heart.

Although she returned for the master’s sake, hearing it so explicitly from her former subordinate made her feel strangely embarrassed.

Thinking that she, Liu Wanting, used to be resolute and determined, with a strong belief in "who says women are inferior to men," how come she now longed for a man like this?

Even hearing his name made her heart beat faster, wishing to see him immediately!