CHAPTER 159: CHAPTER 27: GOLDEN THREADED EAGLE [PART 2]

While Lin Xian’er and Zhao Yan were discussing Gu Qingqing, on this side, Yun Ran was also talking to her about Lin Xian’er and them.

"Geng Geng, who were those two female disciples just now?" Yun Ran asked casually, taking a bite of the washed Sparrow Spirit Fruit, savoring the sweet taste in her mouth with her eyes narrowed.

"Are you talking about Master Ye’s two disciples, Lin Xian’er and Zhao Yan?" Gu Qingqing took a sip of Spiritual Dew and turned to ask.

"Yes, those two." Yun Ran nodded, taking another bite of the Sparrow Spirit Fruit.

"What’s wrong with them?" Gu Qingqing looked at Yun Ran in puzzlement. She had never paid much attention to unrelated people.

"I just feel they look at us in a weird way." Yun Ran frowned and said somewhat discontentedly.

"Huh? Really?" Gu Qingqing looked surprised.

"Of course, while we were watching the scenery just now, those two seemed to dismiss us, but in front of Senior Brother Si Lin, they acted so gentle. Tsk tsk, their acting skills are quite good." Yun Ran swallowed the last bit of fruit, squinted her eyes, and said.

"They probably have a grudge against me. I heard from our senior brothers that Lin Xian’er wanted to become Master’s disciple, but Master rejected her. She probably thought Master wouldn’t take any more disciples, only to find out Master took me in, and since I’m from the Lower Realm, she might think I’m not worthy." Gu Qingqing thought for a moment and understood Lin Xian’er’s mindset. Her tone was indifferent, as if she didn’t care about Lin Xian’er and them at all.

"What kind of logic is that?" Yun Ran widened her eyes, "Master Wen didn’t take her as a disciple but took you instead. Doesn’t that mean you’re better than her? She doesn’t look for the reason within herself and has the nerve to be jealous and look down on you. Is she out of her mind?"

"What does it have to do with me if she’s out of her mind? She can feel as brilliant as she wants, but it doesn’t change anything; I’m still Master’s disciple!" Gu Qingqing shrugged, showing no concern for Lin Xian’er.

"That’s true. She hasn’t seen how impressive our Geng Geng is, otherwise, she certainly wouldn’t dare act like this!" Yun Ran, having witnessed how formidable Gu Qingqing could be, clearly understood that if Lin Xian’er had seen it, she wouldn’t have these feelings!

"Ignore her as long as she doesn’t provoke me. If she does, I’m not one to be bullied either." Gu Qingqing handed Yun Ran a green fruit, saying nonchalantly.

"Mm-hmm, if she comes looking for trouble, we’ll give her a lesson she won’t forget!" Yun Ran nodded, agreeing with Gu Qingqing.

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The Canglan Prefecture is nearly twenty thousand miles away from the Lingxi Sacred Land, even at the speed of a Flying Artifact, it takes three to four days. There are no entertainment activities on the ship, so one can only cultivate.

On the morning of the third day, Gu Qingqing was cultivating when she suddenly heard bird cries from outside. The ship shook, and she quickly stopped cultivating to go to the deck to check out the situation.

"Senior Brother, what’s happening?" she asked, frowning as she approached Si Lin.

"It’s the Golden Threaded Eagles. For some reason, they’re attacking the Magic Artifact," Si Lin answered Gu Qingqing while rapidly forming hand signs.

Seeing Si Lin busy, Gu Qingqing quickly fell silent, focusing her gaze outside.

Si Lin’s sealing speed was fast. After the final hand sign, he brought his index and middle fingers together, pointing them into the air. A ray of light shot towards the location he indicated, and under everyone’s gaze, a blue protective shield rose from the ship’s body, finally converging over everyone’s heads, shielding the entire ship.

Just as the protective shield formed, over a dozen Golden Threaded Eagles, as tall as a person, appeared in everyone’s view.

The Golden Threaded Eagle is a ninth-rank demon beast that prefers living in flocks. Due to their soaring flight height, they aren’t usually encountered, but sometimes they attack people or Magic Artifacts flying in the air.

It was unexpected that they would be so unlucky to encounter Golden Threaded Eagles this time!

The previous shaking was caused by the Eagles attacking the ship. Now, due to the protective shield, they could only continue colliding with it, while Gu Qingqing and others watched from the deck unharmed.

Originally tense, Lin Xian’er and Zhao Yan and others instantly relaxed.

"Senior Brother Si, can this protective shield hold up indefinitely?" Lin Xian’er stepped a pace away from Si Lin, speaking with concern.

Si Lin was already reluctant to interact with Lin Xian’er and, hearing Rong Ye say Lin Xian’er had previously troubled Gu Qingqing, didn’t want to engage with her even though she was from the same sect, he directly shifted his attention to speak with Gu Qingqing instead.

"Geng Geng, did you see the handprint just now? I’ll take Nan Hua and Rong Ye out in a moment to deal with the Golden Threaded Eagle, and you take control of the ship." Si Lin said to Gu Qingqing very gently.

"I saw it, but Senior Brother, I also want to go out and take down the Golden Threaded Eagle." Ever since Gu Qingqing fiercely fought in the Trial Tower last time, she’s been longing for battle, especially since the Golden Threaded Eagle is a ninth-level demon beast, higher than her own cultivation. She just wants to fight.

"Be good, the Golden Threaded Eagle is a ninth-level demon beast. You’re still at the eighth level; it’s dangerous for you. Stay well inside the protective shield." Si Lin firmly rejected Gu Qingqing’s proposal, leaving no room for doubt.

Gu Qingqing looked at Yue Zhao and saw him shaking his head. Knowing they wouldn’t agree, she puffed her cheeks and nodded, "Okay, I understand, but be careful, Senior Brother."

"Geng Geng, the feathers of the Golden Threaded Eagle are beautiful. We’ll bring some back for you, and Master Brother can make a nice vestment robe for you." Rong Ye spoke up, fearing Gu Qingqing would be unhappy.

"Alright, Fifth Senior Brother, go for it." Gu Qingqing’s eyes lit up immediately as she spoke.

Meanwhile, Si Lin and the others were communicating smoothly, while on the other side, Lin Xian’er’s face was far from pleasant.

She never expected that Si Lin would directly ignore her, allowing her no dignity. If there weren’t so few people around, Lin Xian’er would die of shame!

Now, with an ugly expression, she glanced at Si Lin and the others, turned around, and went back inside the cabin.

Zhao Yan, taking advantage of Si Lin and the others’ distraction, glared at Gu Qingqing and followed Lin Xian’er back into the cabin.

The protective shield is hard to break in from the outside, but it’s easy to leave: you can just go out directly.

Si Lin, Nan Hua, and Rong Ye, along with Martial Hall’s disciples Qi Yu and Qin An, five people exited the protective shield and engaged in battle with the Golden Threaded Eagles outside.

Nan Hua, Si Lin, and Rong Ye all had cultivation at the peak of the ninth level, while Qi Yu and Qin An had just broken through to the ninth level. Although they couldn’t immediately win over the ninth-level Golden Threaded Eagles, they didn’t fall behind either.

After Si Lin ascended to the ninth level, the Dragon Capturing Sword was refined again by him, making it look more subdued but much more powerful. When drawn, a dragon’s roar could be heard, and a golden dragon played across the blade. As he slashed, golden Sword Qi shot from the tip of the sword, heading straight for the Golden Threaded Eagle’s face.

The Golden Threaded Eagle screeched, flapping its wings and shifting its position instantly, causing Si Lin’s Sword Qi to miss, while it opened its mouth wide, charging at Si Lin.

Si Lin took half a step back, swept the Dragon Capturing Sword horizontally, and another streak of Sword Qi shot toward the Golden Threaded Eagle.

The Golden Threaded Eagle braked hard in mid-air, trying to dodge again but was wounded on its wing by the Sword Qi, shedding a heap of golden feathers stained with red blood.

Recalling Rong Ye’s words just now, Si Lin frowned at the Golden Threaded Eagle’s feathers, thought for a moment, and changed his attack route. This time, his Sword Qi aimed for the Golden Threaded Eagle’s neck and head.

With one wing injured, the Golden Threaded Eagle’s speed decreased significantly, and when the Sword Qi came, it could only slightly turn its body, resulting in a slender wound on the right side of its neck, seeping blood.

This time it was clearly enraged, its wings fluttering to create a gust of wind, trying to unsteady Si Lin while seizing the opportunity to attack. Unfortunately, Si Lin gave it no chance, flashing directly to the Golden Threaded Eagle’s front and stabbing with the Dragon Capturing Sword at its chest.

The golden Sword Qi pierced through the Golden Threaded Eagle’s chest, leaving a sword mark from which red blood flowed continuously, as if a faucet was turned on.

Si Lin didn’t bother with this Golden Threaded Eagle anymore and began searching for the next target.

Nan Hua’s Glazed Frost Flower Fan had already turned into a long sword, with streaks of Sword Qi shooting from its tip, forming a net and trapping the Golden Threaded Eagle. Tiny wounds appeared all over the Golden Threaded Eagle, blood seeping out, its golden feathers instantly dyed red.

Then, Nan Hua flashed to the front of the Golden Threaded Eagle and pierced its chest with one sword stroke, immediately killing it. With a wave of his hand, the body disappeared, stored away, remembering Rong Ye’s earlier words about using the Golden Threaded Eagle’s feathers to make a vestment robe for Gu Qingqing.

On Rong Ye’s side, the Heavenly Awakening Record floated above his head, with talismans flying out, forming a talisman belt surrounding the Golden Threaded Eagle. Then, under his command, the talismans exploded one by one, inflicting various effects and damage upon the Golden Threaded Eagle!

Qi Yu and Qin An also held their ground, their cultivation techniques and martial arts being strong. Each fought a Golden Threaded Eagle without falling behind, and Qi Yu even managed to resolve one on his side!

Inside the protective shield, Gu Qingqing and the others watched Si Lin and the rest fighting against the Golden Threaded Eagles with blood boiling. Restrained to maintain the protective shield, Gu Qingqing could only watch with ardent excitement, determined to go out next time there was a chance!

"Senior Brother Si and the others are indeed remarkable. Even such formidable demon beasts like the Golden Threaded Eagle are no match for them!" Yun Ran watched, speaking with envy and admiration as Si Lin easily took down a Golden Threaded Eagle.