The Abilities of Eyes

Disasters were not merely disasters; they also contained opportunities.

Because the Black Storm had struck, many creatures hidden in the shadows had no choice but to migrate and flee their original habitats. That was an opportunity.

Some beasts that Owl and Sa had found difficult to discover before could now surely be found, so long as they searched carefully and boldly patrolled near the Black Storm.

Why make a plan before taking action?

Because both of them had realized that now was an excellent time for hunting.

Before hunting, however, Owl decided to make a dish first.

Of course, it was not Hundred-Eyed Sliced Fish.

It was a simplified version of Hundred-Eyed Sliced Fish—or perhaps an improved version.

The two entered Void Mushroom Market. Owl did not immediately begin cooking; there was no need to rush. He sat down at the dining table, his gaze falling on the box the old mayor had given him.

The reason he had not refused the old mayor's gift of thanks was, first, that time was extremely urgent for Waterwood Town. The slightest back-and-forth between him and the old mayor might waste someone's chance at survival. Second, he and Sa had indeed made enormous contributions to Waterwood Town. Why could they not accept the old mayor's gratitude openly and honorably?

"What's inside?" Sa asked when she saw Owl looking at the box.

Owl opened the box directly. When he saw what was inside, a faint smile appeared on his face. "Just as I guessed."

Inside the box was a golden gallstone. Nine marvelous and profound little holes dotted its surface, as though a current of air were swirling between them.

Ordinary stones were naturally nothing good, but this one was an exception.

Its name was the Nine-Aperture Snake King Gallbladder. Such a gallstone generally