Geralt Set and Ciri Set

The Great Commander's proposal was indeed highly feasible. Compared to letting the Bird Wyvern wander around the forest clutching the crystal, it was obviously safer to keep the thing in their own hands, somewhere it could be monitored at all times.

If there was any danger involved, it would probably be the risk of an energy surge if the crystal slipped free during the attempt to seize it.

Oh, Cheng Tian had one additional request: they should find a way if they could, but if they truly had no choice but to force the issue, they absolutely could not kill the Bird Wyvern.

Cheng Tian was famous for clearly distinguishing grudges from favors. He repaid grudges on the spot, and favors were no different.

Although he had forcibly bought off the Crystal Bird Wyvern's help with five "precious" dragon eggs, meaning neither side owed the other anything, the Crystal Bird Wyvern was also a crucial factor in the quest to hunt the Leshen.

Without the crystal in its arms, the hunters would likely have no choice but to complete the final hunt at the terrible cost of killing four Living Sacrifices.

So, whether out of sentiment or reason, Cheng Tian would not let the Bird Wyvern die. It was a promise he had made as the Humanoid Bird Wyvern.

Fortunately, Merlin and the Great Commander understood this as well. After Cheng Tian emphasized the matter, they once again recognized the Bird Wyvern's importance and immediately agreed to his additional request.

What came next was an "assault campaign" even longer than fighting a boss. In preparation for this prolonged campaign, Cheng Tian returned to Star Stronghold early to make some preparations.

After defeating the Leshen with Redemption and Sacrifice, Cheng Tian had not only received permanent Attribute Bonuses, but also the