Chapter 0004: Monster Snatching

"Friend, please speak more politely. Miss Lan Xinrui comes from a noble background, and I see that you are quite capable, so there is no need to worry about the graduation assessment. If you could part with this sound wave lizard, I, Zuo Feng, would be willing to offer you an additional 200 Federation coins upon my return to the academy. What do you think of this price?"

Hmm! That sounds quite good. I truly believe that everything should have its price. However, the assessment period is rather special. The sonic lizard is worth at least 500 Federal Credits, and how can you ensure that your word is trustworthy? If you pay now, I will withdraw immediately

The sonic lizard did not launch an attack; instead, it cautiously retreated while the enemy ignored its presence, gathering strength to unleash its most powerful strike at any moment

Oh my! Did I hear that correctly? Brother Zuo, are you willing to spend so many federal coins for me? But this young man seems to have quite an appetite! During the assessment period, carrying valuables is not allowed. Brother Zuo, let's forget it and just go!

"Hehe, the essence of magic lies in its wonder. In the academy, few are as low-key as Brother Xuanyuan. Is it to avoid trouble and focus on honing oneself? After enduring for so many years, the graduation assessment was astonishing, standing out like a grand feast of magic. I sincerely admire this." Sabo stepped forward, his signature traits being not only his vast knowledge and penchant for the mysterious but also his shiny bald head glistening in the sunlight.

Nan Xing fell to the ground beneath the tree, initially thinking that Zuo Feng would confront him. Unexpectedly, this fellow was genuinely pursuing Lan Xinrui, rushing towards the noble and beautiful lady with wild shouts. To be honest, at this moment, Lan Xinrui was in a dire state, her shoulders a bloody mess, showing no trace of nobility.

"Wait a moment, young man, we will withdraw, the lizard is yours." Lan, with a face full of fear, appeared pitiful as if someone were violating her, wielding her lightsaber to block back and forth, yet showing no signs of slackening.

"You are not a suitor of Lan Xinrui, are you? That would cause me a lot of trouble." Nan Xing glanced at the distance, where Lan Xinrui had fallen from such a high treetop and surprisingly survived. It is important to note that the gravitational force of the Iron Hoof Star exceeds normal levels, and with the furious strike of the sound wave lizard, it is extremely difficult to survive. Zuo Feng is currently administering first aid.

Buzz, buzz, buzz

Rumbling!

Nanxing spoke, looking towards the young girl in green standing gracefully among the green leaves a few meters away. She resembled a exquisite piece of art, with fair skin, beautiful dark eyebrows, and especially that small mouth, which exuded a certain allure. The delicacy of her features was something he had never seen in his life.

Buzz ... ...

Ultimately, it is a beast, its blood filled with factors of rage, feeling as if its brain is being torn apart with pain. However, even in death, it must appear impressive to its enemies, so it opens its wide mouth and spews forth a crimson mist.

Lan Xinrui sensed that the young man before her was not easy to deal with, so she wanted to withdraw. However, she realized it too late; Nanxing had already found the right angle and raised his arm to shoot a crossbow bolt. The bolt pierced through the sparse leaves and directly impaled the right eye of the sound wave lizard, erupting in a burst of bright light

Applause erupted from the shadows, and someone remarked: "Brilliant, truly brilliant. To remain so composed and make such calculations in that situation, it seems the Xuanyuan family has produced another extraordinary individual"

The explosive sound of "Boom!" severely injured the sound wave lizard

"Do not misunderstand, the noise over here is quite loud, so I came to take a look. Brother Xuanyuan, please go ahead." Sabo raised his hand, smiling as he took a few steps back, indicating that he bore no ill will.

This sonic lizard appears to have just reached adulthood, so the crossbow bolt that pierced its eye socket easily claimed its life. After calculating the angle, Nanxing could not be certain whether the sonic lizard could still launch an attack, nor did he expect to hit so accurately; the sonic blast was directed precisely towards the trajectory of the fired crossbow bolt. Therefore, Lan Xinrui's unfortunate situation can only be attributed to her bad luck

Zuo Feng was in a flurry as he bandaged Lan Xinrui's shoulder, using up all their medical bandages. Additionally, they had shot out two crossbow bolts to attack Xuanyuan Nanxing, resulting in significant losses

The blood mixed with sound waves surged rapidly, as fast as a cannonball, and with tremendous power. After delivering this strongest blow, the sound wave lizard collapsed on the treetops, already on the verge of death

Nanxing was already prepared; as he shot the crossbow bolt, he quickly sheathed his sword and plunged downward towards the tree canopy. However, Lan Xinrui remained, her delicate face turning pale as she gritted her silver teeth and unleashed a beam of sword light.

The moment he struck, it was a lethal move intended to leave no escape for his opponent. Nanxing was seething with anger; how could a protector of flowers resort to such indiscriminate killing? Setting aside whether this individual was psychologically disturbed, they were all students from the same academy, yet he showed not the slightest regard for compassion, which was utterly outrageous.

In fact, only Nanxing values the concept of social obligation; otherwise, he would not choose to continually numb himself after perceiving the various harsh realities of the world. The weak always possess a vulnerable side, or one might say a more emotional aspect, yet this era does not require the weak

At this thought, Nanxing leaped upward, and during the ascent, the sword in his hand gently traced a line of light, creating a crack in the tree trunk. Just as the old force had dissipated and the new force from the book had not yet manifested, he precisely stepped on the crack to gain leverage, causing Sabao's heart to tremble.

Above, it was quite chaotic; Lan Xinrui's body was violently hurled away, crashing back and forth among the thick branches. Ultimately, she fell from the crown of a twenty-meter-high tree, and in a moment of desperation, she could only manage to curl up and protect her head.

Clap, clap, clap

"Magician Sabo?" Nanxing's expression changed. Even in the War Academy, no matter how inconspicuous you are, you will always know a thing or two about those who are high-profile; some can even wear your ears out with their chatter. Take for example the highly sought-after Lan Xinrui, who uses her birth on the Moon as a gimmick to stir the hearts of boys. And then there is this guy standing in the shadows, not only exceptionally powerful but also renowned for his vast knowledge and memory. In the academy, the only person who is bored enough to put in the effort to remember most of the students' names is none other than Magician Sabo.

Xuan Yuan Nan Xing is not having an easy time either, as he must constantly pay attention to the movements of Zuo Feng and the sound wave lizard, while also needing to draw his sword to suppress Lan Xin Rui. At present, his strength is essentially at this level; adding another opponent would certainly be overwhelming, which is related to his physical condition.

Hmph, I see you are confused by this little girl, wholeheartedly wanting to be a servant of the Lan family. Lacking strength, yet still trying to seize benefits, what is that? That is foolishness! Although the little girl knows how to work hard, her insight is insufficient, or rather, she has been overly elevated by you suitors, thinking that any boy she encounters will give her face. Did you see that? There are those who disregard her. Xuan Yuan Nan Xing has been willing to remain inconspicuous for seven years; can you match that kind of temperament? Anyway, I am far from it. " Sa Bao glanced at the unconscious Lan Xin Rui, then retreated into the shadows and disappeared.

The sound of swords clashing grew louder, and Lan Xinrui couldn't help but widen her eyes. Her only response was a single word: "Fast." Naturally, her opponent's speed could not match hers, yet inexplicably, they managed to block all her attacks. Then, the situation completely reversed, and the green sword light forced her into a flurry of movements. Had it not been for Zuo Feng shooting out a crossbow bolt in timely support, her laser sword would have nearly slipped from her grasp

Three wedge-shaped sword marks were left on the trunk, and Nansheng had already leaped to the treetop. The treetop resembled an inverted giant bowl, with most of the small branches twisted and intertwined, as if woven together. The palm-sized leaves were lush and dripping with green, and if one disregarded the curled-up beast carcasses, it presented a beautiful scene

The sword light flickered unpredictably, and Lan Xinrui made her move. She had never been a mere pretty vase. The War Academy is a place for cultivating warriors. Although it is amusing to toy with those foolish boys, lacking strength only leads to being ruthlessly trampled. This truth was understood by her from a very young age. Beautiful girls attract jealousy, and if they lack the strength to protect their beauty, she would rather mar her own face.

The speed of the crossbow arrows is extremely fast, but fortunately, Nanxing has remained vigilant, allowing her to easily evade them. However, what truly requires attention is the subsequent lethal moves. If one were to assess who poses the greatest threat between the two, it is not the left-handed Feng under the tree, but rather the porcelain doll, Lan Xinrui, not far away.

The quick concoction of the sound wave lizard, without even glancing at the tree below, soared away above the treetops. After Nanxing left, Zuo Feng suddenly looked up and coldly asked: "Bald head, why don't you take action? The graduation assessment for Xinrui is surely ruined; how will we explain this to the Lunar Lan family? You must know that only those ranked in the top twenty have a chance to obtain the Intelligent Life Badge"

Xuanyuan Nanxing had been using a sensing lock to keep the two individuals in check from beginning to end. In the academy, there were numerous instances of rivalry and jealousy. It was quite common for the strong to bully the weak, especially the young man with remarkable abilities. If it were not for their inability to gauge the strength of the unfamiliar face atop the tree canopy, they would likely have already taken action.

The act of murder and silencing witnesses is something that Nanxing has indeed contemplated. The sudden appearance of a Sabao complicates the matter. With graduation approaching and assignments on the horizon, it is better to have fewer troubles than more. Moreover, he is not an executioner and cannot treat human life as if it were worthless.

As the voice faded, a young man in green attire emerged from beneath the tree, and although Nanxing was already quite handsome among his peers, he paled in comparison to this young man. This fellow was excessively handsome; if he were to dress as a girl, he would undoubtedly attract numerous admirers, and could be described as beautiful.

"Five hundred Federal Coins? Hahaha, you really dare to ask for that price. Perhaps you are unaware of my strength, otherwise you would never say such foolish words. Moreover, those renowned graduates in the academy have never included someone like you. Since you refuse a toast and instead seek punishment, do not blame me for being merciless. " With that, Zuo Feng raised his hand and shot a crossbow bolt, the sound of it slicing through the air heading straight for Nan Xing. And moreover, those renowned graduates in the academy have never included someone like you. Since you refuse a toast and instead seek punishment, do not blame me for being merciless. " With that, Zuo Feng raised his hand and shot a crossbow bolt, the sound of it slicing through the air heading straight for Nan Xing.

This truly overestimates Xuanyuan Nanxing. Had it not been for the memories from fifteen years in the future, he would have remained obscure. Moreover, compared to those talented youths, Nanxing can only maintain his advantage through continuous effort; otherwise, the cosmic miracle born within him would be in vain. In any case, this is a good start, with infinite possibilities for the future, and the intelligent life badge mentioned by Zuo Feng seems to be something remarkable

Some are unclear about Sabo's intentions. Who knows what his relationship is with Zuo Feng and the others? Since we encountered the five-man group earlier, it is not surprising that someone has temporarily formed a three-man team. It would be more prudent to quickly climb the tree, retrieve the items, and leave.