This was the first time Xu Jintang had ever seen the Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx so serious.
The situation is indeed urgent.
She pursed her lips, thought for only two seconds, then stood up and decided, "I'll go with you."
The others couldn't hear Xu Jintang's conversation with the Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx, but they noticed her sudden movement of standing up and all turned to look at her.
"What's wrong with the squad leader?" Yan Yuting asked first.
Xu Jintang straightened his clothes. "I have something to take care of. You guys practice first."
After saying that, she turned and walked into the villa.
The Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx, which had transformed into a parrot, immediately followed suit.
Back in the room, the Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx reverted to its original form, and its tone became serious. "This situation is a bit dangerous. Are you sure you want to come back with me?"
"OK, let's go." After saying that, Xu Jintang took out his communicator and sent a message to Zhuang Silin asking for leave.
The Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx paused for a moment, looking stunned.
He believed Xu Jintang must have known how critical the situation was, but she didn't hesitate at all and decided to go with him.
The resentment that had been building up against Xu Jintang vanished instantly.
The Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx nodded. "Okay."
A few minutes later, Xu Jintang quietly left the villa area and headed towards the Star City border defense post.
Halfway there, the Ice Soul Dragon, which had been sleeping, suddenly awoke. "The situation over there might be a bit dangerous. Be careful."
Upon hearing his voice, the Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx immediately sneered, "Knowing it's dangerous, why don't you lend a hand later?"
The Ice Soul Dragon pondered for a moment, "I will intervene if necessary."
After all, the three of them are now partners bound together in the same boat, and it's impossible for them to stand by and watch someone die.
On the border control terminal platform.
The airport conductor raised his hand and shouted, " The Federation army is currently conducting a large-scale extermination operation against the demon beast hordes, and the situation outside the city is quite chaotic. For everyone's safety, all flights from this terminal to other star systems are currently suspended and will resume once the fighting stops."
Xu Jintang, who was waiting outside the platform to buy a ticket, frowned slightly.
The only way to leave Star City is by taking the maglev train.
But now that all flights are suspended, she'll have to find another way to get out.
The Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx transformed into a parrot and perched on her shoulder.
"How about I take you flying away?"
Xu Jintang glanced around, "This place isn't suitable; there are too many surveillance cameras nearby."
If she were photographed with the Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx, she would be invited to the Administration Bureau the next day.
The area between Star City and the Demon Beast Forest is a chaotic, no-man's-land, neither under Federation jurisdiction nor a monster habitat. It is extremely dangerous and has always been designated a forbidden zone.
Trying to pass through it is simply impossible.
"Hey, why are they fighting again?"
"I was planning to visit other star systems, but with this shutdown, I don't know when it will be back to normal."
"These monsters are endless; when will this war ever end?"
The people around shook their heads and sighed, then dispersed and turned to leave.
Soon, the crowd on the platform disappeared and dispersed.
Only Xu Jintang remained.
A staff member came over and reminded her, "Young lady, all our services have been suspended. The station will be closing in ten minutes. You should go home now."
"Okay." Xu Jintang snapped out of her daze and turned to walk outside.
A few minutes later, a blurry figure wandered into the no-man's-land.
At the same time, the satellite surveillance system installed nearby was destroyed by a powerful force, and the surveillance footage went black instantly.
At this moment, the Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx transformed into its original form, spread its wings, and landed in front of Xu Jintang.
Xu Jintang quickly jumped onto his back, holding onto his wings with both hands. "Let's go."
The Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx gazed ahead, slowly spread its wings, and with a single, graceful flap, soared into the sky.
"How are things on your people's side?" Xu Jintang asked.
The Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx increased its flight speed. "This is bad. Your human army has already begun its attack, so I need to speed up and get there quickly. Hold on tight."
As soon as he finished speaking, the Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx flew even faster.
Xu Jintang instinctively gripped him tightly; the swift wind swept across her cheeks, bringing a stinging sensation.
At this time, the Green-Membrane Bird tribe.
The officer in charge of this annihilation mission was a general in the army. His brows revealed a sharp edge, and he exuded a murderous aura. He was clearly a veteran who had been charging into battle for many years.
"General, the attack has begun. According to our mission plan, we should be able to completely annihilate the Green-Membrane Bird tribe within three days."
The general stood with his hands behind his back, a confident expression on his face. "Hmm, this is an unexpected bonus. Their leader has disappeared somewhere, so we can take advantage of his absence and launch a quick and decisive attack. We can even get military credit when we get back."
The two exchanged a smile, looking ready to take over the Green-Membrane Bird tribe.
At this time, the area outside the Green-Membrane Bird tribe's territory had become a hellish battlefield.
"Don't panic, everyone! The leader is on his way! We will definitely get through this disaster."
The deputy leader, who had already developed human intelligence, stood on the hillside with his wings spread, speaking in human language, constantly encouraging his fellow tribesmen.
Most of the creatures currently engaged in combat are adult demonic beasts of superior strength from the Green-Membrane Bird clan.
With wings outstretched, they swooped down time and again to deflect missiles flying from the sky, almost risking their lives to protect the tribe.
The deputy leader appeared calm on the outside, but was actually inwardly in a state of extreme panic.
The human attacks outside were too fierce, and he was afraid that the tribe would be wiped out before the chief could return to provide support.
"General, why don't we use high-speed missiles to create a breakthrough, then take advantage of the situation to infiltrate the Green-Membrane Bird tribe's camp and dismantle them from within?"
The general nodded and gave an "Mm," then gestured, "Alright, let's increase the speed a bit, just in case anything unexpected happens."
After all, he still didn't know where the Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx leader had gone.
If he were to suddenly return midway, it would be disastrous for their mission to eliminate him.
A few seconds later, the military received instructions to accelerate the launch of missiles.
After everyone confirmed the instructions, they immediately went into full swing.
More and more high-speed missiles are being launched from the military.
The flock of Green-Membrane Bird, which had initially managed to hold off somewhat, was quickly scattered.
The troops, who had previously been unable to break through, immediately found a breach and rushed in, shouting, "Enter from this side!"
"Charge! Killing one is no loss, killing two is pure profit!"
Within the army, every monster hunted can be exchanged for corresponding military merits; for them, killing more means earning more.
In just a few minutes, countless Green-Membrane Bird died at the hands of the army.
Since most of the soldiers rushed into the tribe, which was mostly infant monsters that had not yet grown up and had little fighting power, they had no power to resist the soldiers who were full of murderous aura.
Various screams rang out.
Bright red blood splattered in the air.
When the Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx brought Xu Jintang to the tribe, this was the scene that greeted them.
The Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx, which had been relatively calm, suddenly turned red in the eyes. Ignoring Xu Jintang, it quickly raised its hand and rushed towards the attacking army.
A loud "bang" resounded.
The overwhelming force instantly scattered the attacking army. The irresistible impact forced many soldiers back, causing them to cough up blood and fall to the ground.
"The leader is here! Everyone, cheer up! We're saved!"
Soon, people noticed the arrival of the Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx and shouted with delight.
This shout immediately boosted the morale of the Green-Membrane Bird tribe. The Green-Membrane Bird, who had been somewhat reluctant to retreat, rallied and launched a renewed attack on the human army.
At the same time, the military also received relevant information.
"General, something bad has happened. The leader of the Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx is back. We have to retreat immediately."
Upon hearing the report, the general's expression instantly turned serious. "How did you get back so quickly?"
Before the attack, he had been secretly observing for a long time. The Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx had not appeared in the tribe for almost half a year. He guessed that the Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx had probably reached a bottleneck in its strength and found a safe place to go into seclusion for cultivation.
Logically speaking, this period of seclusion should have lasted at least several years. Without the protection of their leader, the Green-Membrane Bird tribe was no threat at all.
That's why he decided to exterminate the Green-Membrane Bird tribe.
"Furthermore, our satellite surveillance detected that the Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx brought a human with it. However, it was flying too fast, and we were unable to capture the human's exact figure."
The general narrowed his eyes slightly, a glint of shrewdness flashing in them.
How could humans be mixed up with the Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx?
The grudges and hatred between monsters and humans have always been irreconcilable.
An Eighth Tier expert like the Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx would never tolerate a human riding on its back.
"Is it possible that a human has betrayed and joined the demon beast clan?" the team member speculated.
The general hesitated for two seconds, then raised his hand and gestured, "Notify everyone to prepare for retreat."
The news that some humans are suspected of colluding with monsters might earn them more battle merits than wiping out the Green-Membrane Bird tribe.
He needs to go back and report to his superiors as soon as possible.
Chapter 203
The arrival of the Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx immediately changed the course of the battle.
The army, which had initially launched a fierce offensive, was quickly repelled.
The general's order to retreat was also transmitted to the front lines, and the already retreating army quickly withdrew.
The Green-Membrane Archaeopteryx, its eyes already red with fury, clearly didn't want them to retreat so easily and quickly caught up from behind.
Xu Jintang seized the opportunity and leaped down from the air.