Chapter 04: The First Battle with the Evil Dragon
Of course, it is through a time-space wormhole, or what is referred to as a portal. How unfortunate, I inadvertently revealed a prohibited matter!
Only a flash of the fierce red light unique to carnivorous beasts passed through its eyes, and immediately, this little creature exerted force with its hind legs and pounced towards the positions where Wang Qiu and Cai Rong were sitting... Anyone who saw its sharp fangs, claws glinting with cold light, and the ferocious gaze it cast upon its prey would not think that this creature had come to act cute or playful
Thus, when he came to his senses, a wave of shame and anger suddenly surged from his heart
Fierce, valiant, ferocious, brutal...! The earth trembles, and the blood boils! What a savage beast this is! It seems like a born fighting machine; no matter how small it appears, the imposing aura of looking down upon all living beings is still enough to instill fear in all herbivores!
It was adorned with a metallic sheen, its scales as vibrant as rubies; small wings folded on its back; a slender tail adorned with numerous spikes; a mouth full of sharp teeth, and a reptilian head with a fierce appearance...! ... Aside from being somewhat petite, roughly the size of a chicken, this creature's appearance and physical characteristics were essentially identical to those of the Western dragons found in Hollywood movies or online games
Then, facing the sweeping broom coming at it head-on, the small "red lizard" remained unafraid, instead opening its mouth to unleash a flame as large as a basin, instantly turning the broom in Wang Qiu's hand into a blazing torch
Wang Qiu immediately retorted, "... a fire-breathing dragon? You must be living in a fantasy all day long, and receiving alien signals with your silly hair!"
At this moment, we are finally safe for the time being
Woof!
Is this red-skinned lizard really, as that little girl said, actually a red dragon
Hello, it seems that the focus of the criticism has been misunderstood
... ... Duh—Duh—Duh—Snap—
Faced with the aggressively charging "red lizard," Wang Qiu had no time to think and grabbed a broom from beside him, striking at the "red lizard" without any forethought, intending to teach this ignorant beast a lesson
... ... Gā wū - - -
I know all of this; isn't it just the big boss in online games and the exclusive mounts of protagonists in Japanese anime? But the question is, how did it actually run from the realm of fantasy into the real world
Hey! Are you kidding me? You want me, a woman who can't even kill a chicken, to deal with a dragon?
How could it be that ugly and disgusting big lizard? They are talking about a real dragon! The kind that has wings and breathes fire, a giant magical dragon! The ultimate boss at the end of the game! You can't possibly have never seen "Harry Potter"!
... ...
Thus, he glared at the arrogant lizard with a displeased expression, snorting disdainfully through his nose, while contemplating where to find a metal cage for raising chickens or rabbits to stuff it into
... ... You big fool! I already told you earlier, this is a dragon egg! A dragon egg! Of course, what hatches from it is a little dragon!
A certain tsundere loli, who possesses the cute features of a tuft of hair, a green military uniform, and a pair of spherical buns, pouted and turned her little head, "... As for the rest, your sister will educate you on my behalf! Hey, is Comrade Wang Yao's phone still unreachable?"
What? Aren't you the dog-fighting hero recognized by the city government? Why do I still have to come up with a solution? It's over, I thought you already had a foolproof plan, which is why I patiently watched the dragon egg hatch!
Therefore, in order to prevent the large amount of egg liquid from splattering and dirtying the floor and carpet when the small creature inside the egg hatches, Wang Qiu took this enormous egg to her backyard
That wall, which seems to have some years behind it, is now visibly on the verge of collapse after sustaining a row of impact craters, almost ready to be knocked down
Heavens, this is truly unscientific! Wang Qiu couldn't help but scream in horror in his heart
The first round of the urban management officials battling the dragon has ended in a draw, and the second round of combat is about to commence
I never expected that a dragon would actually hatch from this egg! And it's so difficult to deal with! Oh no, it's coming at me again!
What the hell, could it be that the legendary alien game "Earth OL" has finally launched its 2012 magical version expansion?
In summary, he sat patiently under the eaves with Cai Rong, waiting for the cracks on the eggshell to increase in number and size.
I knew that it was impossible to communicate normally with someone like you, with a granite head! Let's wait until the little dragon hatches, and then let the facts speak for themselves!
Heavenly Lord! Could this possibly be a true dragon? No! It should just be a lizard with a rather formidable appearance!
In a small courtyard scorched by the blazing summer sun, Wang Qiu and Cai Rong, drenched in sweat, stared at a so-called "dragon egg" that was gradually cracking open, while exchanging banter with each other, practicing their skills in sarcasm.
In addition to the rookie city management officer and the radio wave-themed loli sitting under the eaves, there is also a hairless mutt named "Wangcai" in the corner of the yard. This mixed-breed dog, which is said to be twelve years old, was originally kept as a guard dog by the neighbor, Aunt Zhang. However, Aunt Zhang's family left yesterday evening to take a flight to Beijing for a trip, so they temporarily entrusted this dog, Wangcai, to Wang Qiu and the library for care.
Although it does not possess terrifying fangs and claws (its body is only about the size of a chicken, and no matter how fierce its appearance, it cannot be truly intimidating), nor does it have a colossal body that blocks out the sky, and even its roar is not particularly loud...! ... Yet, for some reason, it evokes an indescribable sense of heart-pounding fear that reaches deep into the soul, filled with the terrifying sense of oppression that comes from being at the top of the food chain! ! !... Yet, for some reason, it evokes an indescribable sense of heart-pounding fear that reaches deep into the soul, filled with the terrifying sense of oppression that comes from being at the top of the food chain! ! !
However, before Wang Qiu could consider how to care for this unfamiliar large lizard, the red lizard had already begun to move.
Despite Wang Qiu's quick reflexes, swinging the broom and mop time and again as if playing baseball, desperately striking it against the wall, the red dragon's bones were indeed sturdier than expected. Even after taking so many hits, it still managed to create several dents in the courtyard wall, yet it continued to jump around wildly, roaring and biting as if nothing had happened
Upon turning back to see this utterly harmless column of water, Wang Qiu was almost overwhelmed to the point of fainting.
In summary, after consecutively breaking a broom, a mop, and a clothes drying pole, he finally resolved to implement a strategic shift
Although the sight of the adorable little girl with tear-filled eyes is charming, it is truly life-threatening at this moment—now, the little red dragon, after missing its first strike, immediately ascended again and dove down towards the incapacitated Cai Rong on the ground, opening its mouth to bite her delicate neck
In Wang Qiu's eyes, this electromagnetic loli is a complex of narcissism, tsundere traits, awkwardness, and a contrasting cuteness that requires being pampered.
Despite having a vague awareness deep within of something elusive, as well as several secrets hidden in the dark world, Wang Qiu, due to the common sense accumulated in his mind over the years, still instinctively hesitated to believe in the reality before him
Then, right in the dazed gaze of Comrade Wang Qiu, this red lizard, roughly the size of a chicken, stepped out of its shell with an exceptionally arrogant demeanor, shook off the slime and shell fragments clinging to its body, and immediately raised its head to the sky, letting out its first roar since birth
In a state of utter helplessness, with no tools at hand, Comrade Wang Qiu, in order to save the loli who was about to suffer the dragon's kiss, had no choice but to resort to his last resort. He casually picked up the frail old dog "Wangcai" from the neighbor's house that was lying on the ground, unfastened its collar, and then hurled it fiercely in front of the red dragon
Cai Rong was momentarily taken aback by the words, and upon turning to look again at the red dragon soaring through the air with great momentum, diving aggressively towards her, she had no choice but to once again draw the exquisite small pistol from her waist and firmly pull the trigger
After all, there is no dog in this world that can fly, even if this dragon cannot fly very high, it cannot even fly over the courtyard wall
What is even more terrifying is that, although this is merely a lizard that is not much larger than a chicken, for some reason, at this moment, it seems as if it has been possessed by some ancient ferocious beast. It truly gives one the impression of an enraged African elephant, charging towards you with bloodshot eyes, shaking the ground as it comes!
Although Wang Qiu, as a standard Chinese student with a materialist worldview, does not really believe in the crazy words of this radio wave loli, the giant egg that she pulled out from her backpack, which is about to hatch, is undeniably real
In just a minute or two, the originally tidy and clean little courtyard had become as chaotic as if it had been ravaged by a tornado. Dust was flying everywhere, trash was scattered about, and there were scorch marks left by flames.
During this dull summer vacation, it is actually quite nice to have some fresh experiences to alleviate the boredom
In the midst of the chaos, Wang Qiu momentarily forgot how to respond. However, although the broom in Wang Qiu's hand had already been set ablaze by this lizard, or rather, this little dragon, the fireball at this temperature could not instantaneously vaporize the bamboo pole.
Ah, there is truly no way around this. Clearly, one is so charming and adorable, yet why has one's mind gone awry, lacking even the most basic common sense?
The Komodo dragon, the largest lizard on Earth today, is a world-class rare protected species that inhabits Komodo Island in the Lesser Sunda Islands of Indonesia. It can reach a length of up to 3 meters and weigh approximately 135 kilograms, primarily feeding on carrion, and is said to be a close relative of dinosaurs
Let science go to hell. This guy is originally a fire-breathing creature. It is the Western dragon from legendary tales, transliterated as Dragon. Although it looks like a winged lizard, it is said to be the strongest magical species, surpassing all ordinary magical beasts. I clearly told you just now, yet you still don't believe it. Cai Rong pouted and replied somewhat unhappily. I clearly told you just now, yet you still don't believe it. Cai Rong pouted and replied somewhat unhappily.
This is truly infuriating! It is the kind that can lead to dire consequences without any accountability!
Since this dog is nearly old enough to only be panting, it has not caused Wang Qiu much trouble. Now it is weakly lying in a cool spot at the corner of the house, simply panting with its tongue out, not to mention running around, it is even too lazy to bark a single sound
The worldview and outlook on life in my heart seem to have a sense of being completely distorted
Oh! It really is a rebellion! How dare such a small lizard bite someone? Just watch how I flatten you!
How ridiculous! Clearly, only we humans can stand at the top of the food chain! Nowadays, no matter how ferocious a beast you are, you will only end up locked in an iron cage for people to gawk at. As for those imposing man-eating tigers, they have been skinned and dismembered to make wine! You are merely a lizard, what right do you have to act so arrogantly in front of us humans?
Accompanied by a series of heart-wrenching cries, roars, and the sound of bones shattering, the poor twelve-year-old dog Wangcai was accurately bitten through the throat and subsequently completed its sky burial in the dragon's mouth. Meanwhile, Wang Qiu, adhering to the spirit of "if my friend dies, I shall not live," took the opportunity to dash back, scooping up the stunned Cai Rong who was lying on the ground, and then darted into the house, slamming the thick Panda brand security door with a loud "bang," finally letting out a long sigh of relief.
Even if you compliment someone on their cuteness, they still won't feel happy about it! (Bows head and holds face in a shy manner)
Such a thick-skinned and resilient beast is naturally difficult to deal with when there are no suitable tools at hand. Poor Wang Qiu, whose leg still bore the bite marks of a dog, was struck hard again by the dragon's tail, which was covered in spikes. Although it was through his pants, he immediately acquired a prominent bloodstain. Additionally, the plastic slippers on his feet were scorched by a burst of flames, charring the soles and causing blisters on his feet, making him grimace in pain.
What time is it already? Never mind the prohibitions! Alright, I believe everything you just said! Hurry up and help me come up with a way to catch this guy!
Like the majority of residential areas in urban villages, due to the limitations of the land, the backyard of Wang Qiu's home has neither a lawn nor any flowers or trees; it is merely a bare expanse of concrete, accompanied by a fixed steel pipe clothes drying rack. At this moment, it has been baked by the sun to the point of almost sizzling, practically suitable for direct cooking on a stone grill. However, it does seem quite suitable for incubation—under the sun's exposure, the cracking speed of this egg is noticeably increasing.
... ... currently still shut down ... ... Also, the one who cannot communicate properly should be you, the radio wave woman!
"... ... Harry Potter? Well, I have seen it... ... but those dragons are merely effects created by computer graphics, how can one take them seriously?"
Oh! It seems that this egg is about to crack! I wonder what kind of little creature will crawl out? A baby ostrich or a baby crocodile?
... ...
Please, when you were fighting me just now, your punches and kicks were quite sharp. Moreover, don't you have a handgun on you? Since you claim to be working for a secret agency, your handgun shouldn't just be a decorative item, right
Comrade Wang Qiu was caught off guard, and for a moment, he instinctively trembled all over, much like a mouse that has encountered a cat
It must be acknowledged that this "red lizard," or rather the juvenile red dragon, truly lives up to its reputation as a formidable being at the top of the food chain. Although it has only just hatched and its fighting skills and mobility are still quite clumsy, it is already more troublesome than the fiercest of wolfhounds
The appearance is crafted so exquisitely and stylishly, filled with a metallic texture, yet it is merely a toy water gun
Imitating the gecko's tail-shedding, the urban management's dog control team activates its unique escape skill, meat bun hitting the dog, uh, no, it's the meat dog hitting the dragon
Thus, the burning broomstick ultimately collided forcefully with its body, sending the "red lizard" flying away like a baseball, helplessly soaring through the air like a blown leaf, and finally crashing down hard at the foot of the old courtyard wall, kicking up a large cloud of dust and lime powder, while leaving a shallow pit the size of a basketball.
Next, it seemed as if a lifetime of misfortune had converged today, as another even more tragic event occurred—after the water gun attack proved ineffective, Cai Rong was trying to dodge the pounce of the red dragon when, unexpectedly, she stumbled and, without any warning, activated the natural cute loli's adorable race skill: falling flat on the ground!
However, for the dog-fighting hero who has just battled with a dozen fierce dogs, such momentum still seems somewhat insufficient.
Wang Qiu was frantically waving a broom that had only one remaining handle, its front end charred, attempting to knock down the ferocious lizard in front of her that was trying to bite, while also engaging in a war of words with the nearby radio wave-themed loli who was sitting idly and watching the commotion.
... ... Gā wū - - - ! ! ! ''
One cannot criticize someone else's hair!
Suddenly, under the infinite anticipation in Comrade Wang Qiu's gaze, the muzzle emitted a clear and transparent fine jet of water, accurately striking the dragon's mouth that had just spewed a flame, instantly raising a cloud of hissing blue smoke
Because, as long as he acknowledges this fact, it almost signifies the collapse of the entire worldview
Next, under the gaze of these two individuals and a dog, the cracks on the surface of the eggshell increased in number and density, and eventually, small pieces began to flake off. Finally, an event that could overturn common knowledge occurred—accompanied by a series of crisp "pop" sounds, a... a red lizard with a pair of tiny wings emerged from the completely shattered and split eggshell!
... ... You think of a way to hold on for a while, I will go to the kitchen to get a kitchen knife!
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... ... Uh, are you referring to ... ... the Komodo dragon?
Oh my God! What kind of monster is this? It can actually breathe fire! The fireballs it spits out are abnormally large! Moreover, it has only a pair of palm-sized wings, and it hardly flaps them at all, yet they provide enough lift for it to fly. This is unscientific!
Wang Qiu threw away the remaining half of the clothes drying pole and, while running into the kitchen, shouted to Cai Rong.
... ... crackle crackle ... ...
Could it be the dragon breath that frequently appears in various novels, animations, movies, and games?