Beneath rolling clouds as dark as spilled ink, dazzling lightning flashed. The many creatures living in the Jiuyao Mountain Range had gradually grown accustomed to the vast heavenly might blanketing the skies above.
In order to survive, countless demon beasts and ordinary animals had left their nests and begun foraging in the dark, damp forest.
With dense leaves serving as a barrier, the curtain of rain had become much gentler after passing through them. Large droplets fell into puddles on the ground, making crisp sounds.
The moisture in the air had risen to an extremely high level. Crystal-clear droplets had condensed on the surfaces of almost every object, slowing the flight of insects.
It was roughly the length of an arm, with dark brown fur resembling tree bark. Sharp claws grew from its four limbs, anchoring it firmly to the trunk.
Its tongue, sharp as a sword, turned into an afterimage and struck a slow-flying insect that happened to pass by, completing a successful hunt.
Then its body was pierced through by a spear.
"Looks like I got lucky this time." The young man stepped forward and picked up the spear. The creature was still struggling incessantly. "Although everyone should be staying at home right now, for most animals, this is precisely the best time to hunt."
"The rainy season in the Jiuyao Mountain Range is the breeding season for most insects. Most predators set out at this time, storing the energy or food they need to get through the coming Month of Cold Winter."
At this point, the young man smiled slightly and took out a blade to end the creature's life. "Of course, for most predators, they also play the role of prey. Danger is everywhere in the dense forest."
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