Super Strong Little Divine Farmer

Chapter 1976: Chapter 1977: Phantom Shadow Cat

Under Mu Tie’s leadership, the group of four entered the dense forest, and after crossing a wide avenue, they formally entered the outermost area of the magic beast mountains.

At this time, Lin Chen looked up at the towering, continuous mountains. From afar, a long beast roar echoed, startling a large flock of birds. Beneath the seemingly calm surface, countless dangers lay hidden.

Seeing Lin Chen lost in thought staring at the mountains, Fang Xiaolian, who had some conflicts with Lin Chen, immediately said:

”What’s wrong, newcomer? Are you afraid? What a coward!”

Regarding Mu Tie’s comments about Lin Chen being much stronger than herself, Xiaolian naturally wasn’t pleased. She was not much older than Lin Chen’s actual age and had reached this stage as a not-weak genius. Yet, this randomly emerging person was stronger and somewhat indifferent, making the usually pampered Xiaolian dissatisfied.

Lin Chen turned his head and glanced at Xiaolian, realizing she bore no real malice, just competitive banter. Thus, he merely glanced at her, then looked away, effectively ignoring her.

To Lin Chen, Xiaolian was just a young girl. Although talented, she still lacked maturity. Lin Chen, however, forgot that if age were truly considered, he himself was still quite young.

But seeing Lin Chen’s attitude, Xiaolian’s face wrinkled in displeasure, about to voice more complaints, when Mu Tie interjected to stop her, giving Lin Chen an apologetic look, to which Lin Chen responded with a smile, holding no grudges.

Mu Tie quickly added:

”Our goal this time is to find the Phoenix Crown Grass! Stay vigilant along the way. Don’t cause problems like last time!”

Upon hearing this, Shi Hao and An Yanshan nodded, while Xiaolian seemed unsatisfied, still troubled by previous events.

However, Mu Tie didn’t pay more heed to her, instead looked at the approaching magic beast mountains and said:

”The Phoenix Crown Grass we’re searching for should be relatively deep within the outer areas of the magic beast mountains. It’s somewhat hard to find. Hopefully, luck is on our side, and we’ll find it quickly! Let’s move!”

The group proceeded through the outer area of the magic beast mountains, conversing casually. Lin Chen noted Xiaolian’s full name was Fang Xiaolian—quite a refined name—yet probably pampered excessively, making her slightly arrogant, which didn’t bother Lin Chen much.

According to Mu Tie, this mission was issued by a shop, requiring the Phoenix Crown Grass as medicine. The difficulty level was just suitable, so Mu Tie accepted it, estimating each person would receive around ten Divine Crystals upon completion.

This income surprised Lin Chen, making him appreciate how beneficial venturing was. If he stayed at the sect, he’d only get that many Divine Crystals a month, but here, just a few days sufficed!

Of course, Lin Chen wasn’t currently lacking Divine Crystals; ever since the sect’s grand competition, he’d been well-supplied, but additional cultivation resources and rare treasures were always welcomed!

After traversing the magic beast mountains’ outer areas for most of the day, Lin Chen’s group encountered some demon beasts, but none were very powerful—the strongest being an Iron Sword Pig with an eighth divine rank. With everyone’s help, Fang Xiaolian swiftly dealt it a fatal blow, then proudly looked at Lin Chen, who remained indifferent, causing Fang Xiaolian some frustration, stabbing the Iron Sword Pig’s corpse a few more times, making the others stifle laughs.

However, soon under Lin Chen’s strong Divine Sense, the group discovered their first Phoenix Crown Grass. Luckily, no demon beasts guarded it, allowing them to easily collect it. Mu Tie commended Lin Chen:

”Lin Chen, you’re truly our lucky star! Finding one in just half a day means we’ll have the three required Phoenix Crown Grass by tonight and can complete our task!”

Fang Xiaolian seemed unable to stand Lin Chen’s praise, promptly pouting:

”Humph! He just got lucky!”

Lin Chen merely smiled, saying nothing, for possessing strong Soul Power was one of his secrets he’d never share.

As Mu Tie mentioned, with Lin Chen’s Divine Sense aiding them, not long after, another Phoenix Crown Grass was found, also ungarded.

However, this discovery wasn’t directly by Lin Chen, but rather due to his Divine Sense directing everyone’s attention, eventually leading Mu Tie to find it.

If not for this, they might suspect Lin Chen had some special ability, though now part of the team, Lin Chen knew people’s hearts are unpredictable and it’s wise to remain cautious!

Finding two Phoenix Crown Grass consecutively pleased Mu Tie, motivating the group further in their search!

Gradually, as dusk approached, the group continued searching for traces of Phoenix Crown Grass. Suddenly, Fang Xiaolian let out a scream, prompting Mu Tie to rush over anxiously, asking:

”What’s wrong, Xiaolian? Are you alright?”

Fang Xiaolian smiled, then extended her hand to point at a distant giant rock, saying:

”Look, Uncle Tie! Isn’t that a Phoenix Crown Grass over there?”

Upon hearing this, everyone looked up, seeing on a distant towering rock, a strange-looking small grass standing against the wind, appearing to be the Phoenix Crown Grass!

Mu Tie smiled upon examining it, saying:

”Oh, it truly is Phoenix Crown Grass! Xiaolian’s made a contribution this time! You wait here, I’m going to pick it!”

Fang Xiaolian showed a proud smile, immediately saying:

”No, no! Uncle Tie, let me pick it!”

Speaking thus, without waiting for Mu Tie, she leaped agilely, stepping lightly on several large trees before landing on the rock. However, just as Fang Xiaolian reached out to pick it, a shadow abruptly emerged from behind the rock and swiftly lunged at her!

”Xiaolian! Watch out!”

Mu Tie’s expression changed, instantly rising into the air, rapidly reaching Fang Xiaolian’s side. With one hand wrapping the stunned Fang Xiaolian, his other hand unleashed divine power in a sudden strike!

The shadow, equally agile, seeing its lost opportunity, swiftly retreated, dodging Mu Tie’s attack.

Taking this chance, everyone finally saw the shadow’s true form.

”Gui Ying Cat?!”