OBS Chapter 137 Preparatory Actions
Chapter 137 Preparatory Actions
Lin Yu, Zhao Yu, and Zi Ling carefully returned to the cave. Xu Xiaoxiao and Qian Feng were still healing with their eyes closed, while Sun Yao was protecting them. Upon seeing them return, she immediately got up and went to greet them.
Sun Yao looked at their wounds with concern and asked anxiously, "What happened to you? What happened?"
Lin Yu smiled wryly, straightened his somewhat disheveled clothes, and said, "We encountered a group of strange insects in the valley. They were huge, aggressive, and poisonous. If it weren't for Miss Zi Ling's help, we probably wouldn't have been able to escape."
As he spoke, he looked at Ziling, his eyes filled with gratitude.
Zi Ling gently shook her head, her expression still aloof: "No need to be polite, it was just a coincidence."
Zhao Yu sat down, panting heavily, and continued, "Those strange insects look like some kind of bee that collects nectar. Their nests might contain precious spiritual honey. If we could obtain this spiritual honey, it would be of great benefit to our cultivation. Moreover, those strange insects guarded it so tightly, so it must be extremely valuable."
As he spoke, he clenched his fist, his eyes revealing a hint of expectation and determination.
Xu Xiaoxiao slowly opened her eyes. Although her face was pale, her eyes were firm: "Since that's the case, we might as well give it a try, but we need to plan carefully and not act rashly."
She struggled to her feet and stretched her slightly stiff body.
Lin Yu gently stroked the folding fan in his hand and nodded slightly: "Miss Xu is absolutely right. We need to be well prepared for our trip. There are many of those strange insects, and they are poisonous. We need to prepare antidotes and defensive items in advance."
His eyes revealed a thoughtful expression, and his folding fan opened and closed rhythmically.
Sun Yao hesitated, clutching the hem of her clothes nervously with both hands: "But... wouldn't this be too dangerous? Those strange insects look so scary."
Her voice trembled slightly, and her eyes were filled with fear.
Zi Ling walked to Sun Yao's side, gently patted her shoulder, and comforted her, "With us here, you don't need to be too afraid. As long as we plan properly, we still have a chance."
Her eyes revealed a hint of confidence and reassurance.
The group sat together and began to discuss in detail their plan to enter the strange insect's nest. Each person had a different expression on their face, some were determined, some were worried, but their eyes were filled with anticipation for the unknown opportunities.
The rest of the day was spent preparing to enter the strange insect's nest.
Using his knowledge of the surrounding environment, Lin Yu led Zhao Yu and Qian Feng to search for herbs near the cave that could be used to make an antidote.
They moved through the thickets of thorny bushes, the ground beneath their feet soft, damp, and reeking of decay.
Lin Yu has sharp eyes and can always accurately find the herbs he needs in the messy vegetation. He nimbly bends down to pick them, not caring that his white clothes are snagged by branches. He keeps reminding people: "Although this kind of herb is common, its medicinal effects vary depending on the year. You have to be careful to distinguish it."
Zhao Yu and Qian Feng followed closely behind, carefully placing the herbs they had collected into the prepared cloth bags. Their faces were full of serious and focused expressions, their foreheads were covered with beads of sweat, and their eyes revealed a complex mix of tension and anticipation.
Sun Yao and Zi Ling stayed in the cave, using some tough vines and animal hides they found to make simple protective clothing and shields.
Zi Ling skillfully wove the vines, her eyes focused and calm, her purple robe swaying gently with her movements.
Sun Yao helped hand over the materials, a hint of worry still in her eyes, but she was trying to overcome her fear. Her hands trembled slightly as she handed the vines to Zi Ling and whispered, "Will these really keep out the strange insects?"
Zi Ling looked up at her and replied firmly, "Don't worry, as long as we make it sturdy enough, and with the added spiritual power, it will definitely provide protection."
Although Xu Xiaoxiao's body had not fully recovered, she mustered her strength and used her spiritual power to enhance everyone's weapons, making them more powerful.
Her face was pale, her lips bloodless, but her eyes were firm and resolute. The longsword in her hand trembled slightly under the influence of spiritual energy. She chanted a spell softly, each character seemingly containing power. As the spiritual energy was poured in, a faint light emanated from the weapon.
With everything ready, the group headed toward the strange insect's nest. The closer they got to the nest, the more eerie the surrounding environment became.
A sweet, cloying scent filled the air, and the ground beneath our feet became dry and scorching hot, as if it had been baked by some force.
The surrounding vegetation was a strange purplish-red color, with curled leaves, and strange insects darted and flew among it from time to time, making buzzing sounds that made people tremble with fear.
Finally, they arrived at the entrance to the strange insect's nest, a huge cave covered by a semi-transparent, honeycomb-like substance that shimmered eerily in the sunlight.
Buzzing sounds and the rustling of strange insects crawling could be heard from inside the cave from time to time, sending chills down one's spine.
Lin Yu approached the cave entrance, observed it carefully, and then turned to the others and whispered, "Everyone be careful, the situation inside is unknown. Let's proceed according to the previous plan."
His voice was deep and firm, and his eyes revealed a hint of caution and decisiveness.
The group nodded slightly, gripped their weapons and defensive tools, took a deep breath, and slowly stepped into the monstrous insect's nest, filled with unknown dangers, preparing to face the upcoming challenge. Their figures appeared small yet resolute in the dim light at the cave entrance.
The cave was filled with a sweet, cloying scent, and the walls shimmered with a strange, faint light, as if secreted by some kind of substance from strange insects.
The ground beneath our feet was rugged and uneven, riddled with gullies, and occasionally we could see the shed shells of some huge, strange insects.
Lin Yu walked at the front, holding a folding fan. His steps were light, and he cautiously tested the ground with each step. His eyes were alert, observing the movements around him. He opened and closed the folding fan from time to time, as if he was detecting the fluctuations of spiritual energy around him to prevent hidden dangers.
Zhao Yu and Qian Feng followed closely behind, weapons in hand, their bodies slightly leaning forward, muscles taut, and eyes revealing a high degree of vigilance, ready to deal with any possible attack at any moment.
Xu Xiaoxiao and Zi Ling walked in the middle, protecting Sun Yao. Xu Xiaoxiao's face was slightly pale, but her eyes were firm, and the long sword in her hand trembled slightly, as if responding to the potential dangers around her.
Zi Ling's expression was cold and stern, and the gem at the top of her staff shimmered with a faint light, ready to release spiritual power for defense at any moment.
Sun Yao gripped her shield tightly, her eyes wide with fear as she looked around. Her body trembled involuntarily, and her steps faltered as she followed closely behind the others.
As the group ventured deeper into the cave, an even richer, sweeter aroma wafted towards them.
Deep inside the cave, they discovered a small stone well filled with golden honey, radiating an alluring luster and fragrance. The honey seemed to be alive, flowing slowly with sparkling light on its surface, making its extraordinary value immediately apparent.
Zhao Yu couldn't help but exclaim in amazement, "This is the Spirit Honey! It truly is a rare treasure!"
His eyes widened, filled with surprise and greed, and his hands unconsciously gripped his weapon tightly, as if afraid that the spiritual honey would suddenly disappear.
Qian Feng also slightly opened his mouth, his eyes revealing barely suppressed excitement, and said softly, "If we can obtain this spiritual honey, our cultivation will definitely increase greatly!"
His breathing became rapid, his body trembled slightly, and he involuntarily took a few steps forward.
Lin Yu frowned slightly, his eyes showing both longing for the Spirit Honey and vigilance against danger.
He said softly, "Everyone be careful. This spiritual honey is so precious that the strange insects will surely guard it closely."
His voice was deep and hoarse, and he spoke slowly. He gripped the folding fan tighter and scanned his surroundings warily.
Xu Xiaoxiao nodded in agreement. Despite the discomfort caused by her injuries, she looked at Ling Mi with a determined gaze and said, "We need to be quick, but we also need to be careful."
Although her voice was weak, it carried an undeniable firmness.
Just as everyone was about to take out containers to hold the spirit honey, a sharp buzzing sound suddenly broke the silence.
Countless strange insects emerged from every corner of the cave, their bodies shimmering with a metallic sheen, their venomous stingers raised high and waving in the air as they frantically pounced on the group.
Lin Yu's eyes sharpened, and he quickly unfolded his folding fan, channeling his spiritual energy into it. The ink bamboo pattern on the fan instantly emitted a dazzling light, forming a semi-circular spiritual energy barrier that protected everyone behind him.
He shouted, "Everyone, be careful and defend!" His voice was full of authority and power, his eyes revealed a resolute look, and he stood firmly in place, enduring wave after wave of attacks from the strange insects.
Zhao Yu and Qian Feng brandished their weapons and engaged in a fierce battle with the strange insects charging ahead.
Zhao Yu roared, his broadsword whistling through the air. Each swing repelled several strange insects, but there were simply too many of them. Soon, several bloody scratches appeared on his body, and sweat mixed with blood streamed down his face. But there was no sign of retreat in his eyes; instead, he became even more courageous and fearless.
Qian Feng held a long spear and kept thrusting it at the approaching strange insects. His spear technique was precise and sharp, and the tip of the spear flashed with spiritual energy, knocking the strange insects away one by one. However, his breathing became more and more rapid, and his face showed a mixture of fatigue and tension.
Despite her injuries, Xu Xiaoxiao wielded her longsword and joined the battle.
Her swordsmanship was agile and graceful, each strike precisely hitting the monstrous insect's vital points. However, due to her weakened state, her movements gradually became sluggish, her face grew paler, and her lips were bloodless. Yet, an indomitable flame burned in her eyes as she gritted her teeth and persevered.
Zi Ling's expression was cold and stern as she muttered incantations. The staff in her hand continuously emitted beams of purple light, which repelled the strange insects wherever it touched.
Her gaze was focused and calm, fine beads of sweat appeared on her forehead, and her purple robe fluttered in the wind, making her look like a mysterious fairy fighting against demons.
Sun Yao hid behind the crowd, screaming in terror. She covered her ears tightly with her hands, closed her eyes, and trembled uncontrollably. The shield in her hands was almost deformed from her grip. She was completely unable to move and could only rely on the protection of the crowd, praying that the disaster would pass as soon as possible.
In an instant, the cave was filled with shouts, buzzing, and the sounds of clashing weapons, as a thrilling life-or-death battle unfolded fiercely in this confined space.