Chapter 382 Encirclement and Suppression of Sea Lizards
"We came relatively early, and the morning tide has not yet receded, so we can't see many people. After a while, when the tide recedes, you will be able to see the scene of people working on the sea." Kong Xiangdong explained.
"So after the tide recedes, will the fog also partially recede?" Zhao Ya asked.
"Yes, these fogs are in sync with the tide."
While speaking, Kong Xiangdong suddenly pointed forward, "Look, the tide is starting to ebb!"
as expected.
I saw the white mist that was originally close to the beach gradually receding.
It felt as if a white monster was slowly and cautiously retreating for some reason.
And the black water retreated little by little, revealing the wet seabed below.
Zhao Ya had excellent eyesight and could see many strange fish on the seabed at a glance.
The larger one is as long as an adult's arm, while the smaller one is only as big as a palm.
The colors are also varied, but mostly silver.
At this time, these fish that were stranded on the beach were struggling hard and trying to return to the sea.
But at this moment, a group of people wearing thick leather clothes and carrying wooden barrels appeared out of nowhere. They rushed to the beach crazily and picked up fish whenever they saw it.
A competitive race begins between man and fish.
"This is the daily routine of a seafarer. Today's harvest is good." Kong Xiangdong said calmly.
"So these are your people?"
"Not entirely. There are also Shi Kuozi's men. As for the activities of the other groups of sea chasers, they are not here."
Zhao Ya looked carefully and found the difference.
Although these people all wore thick leather cotton coats, the hats they wore were different.
One group of people's hats are obviously newer, while the other group's hats are much shabby.
"Wouldn't this cause a conflict?"
Zhao Ya couldn't help but ask as he watched the two groups of people fighting over each other to pick up fish on the beach.
"Of course I will, but fighting is a common occurrence for people like them who drive the sea, so they are measured in their actions. These men of Shi Luozi don't dare to provoke my people too much."
really.
While the two of them were talking, four or five conflicts broke out on the beach.
However, the scale of these conflicts was very small, just three or two people picking up harpoons and beating each other.
The loser is not hurt at all. As long as he withdraws from the competition, the winner will not continue to attack.
It is obvious that in the long-term competition, these people have found a way to get along that is reasonable and compliant without losing both sides.
"From the looks of it, this job isn't too dangerous," Zhao Ya said.
"Not too dangerous? Haha!" Kong Xiangdong sneered.
"This is where we are, keep looking down."
As soon as he finished speaking, he heard several sharp screams coming from the sky, and then several huge cloud-like shadows shot from the sky towards the beach.
Only after getting closer did I realize that there was no cloud or mist here. They were clearly several huge white birds.
After seeing these white birds, these seamen immediately became very nervous.
Some people who were closer to the shore started running hard with their harvest.
But those who are far away don’t have that chance.
However, their reaction was not slow at all, and they gathered together very quickly. Some people even took out their crossbows and shot at the white birds indiscriminately.
But I don’t know what kind of material these white birds’ feathers are made of, they are extremely hard.
These crossbow arrows fell down one after another after touching them, without even damaging their skin.
However, the target of these white birds is obviously not these people chasing the sea.
They stand on the seabed, constantly pecking at the fish that slip through the net.
Soon, all the remaining fish on the seabed went into the bellies of these white birds.
But after eating, these white birds seemed unsatisfied, so they raised their heads and looked directly at the seafarers gathered not far away.
These people who rushed to the sea looked embarrassed, but they quickly reached a consensus.
Everyone took some fish from their buckets and threw them away from them.
Before landing, these white birds swallowed all the fish.
But after eating a wave, these white birds still refused to leave.
Now these people who are chasing the sea can't keep their temper.
"These freeloaders come here every time and eat more than half a bucket. How much can we pick up in total?" Someone shouted loudly, with a look of reluctance on his face.
"That's right, I didn't pick up much this time, and I still have to feed these bastards. I won't do it!" someone echoed.
But there are still some people who look at these complainers with indifference.
"If you don't want to catch fish, it's okay. You can just go through it. As long as you can make it to the shore, you'll be fine." Someone sneered.
After hearing this, the people who were shouting just now fell silent instantly.
Because despite how docile these white birds appear now, they are actually extremely terrifying.
If you are not careful, not only the fish in the bucket, but also your life will be at risk.
But there are also those who give up their lives rather than their wealth.
"Just rush in. Anyway, the treasure I worked so hard to pick up cannot be given to others casually."
A man who just joined the industry this year shouted loudly, picked up the barrel and walked out.
But just after taking a few steps, a white bird suddenly blocked the way and flicked its wings towards him.
"Get out!" This man was really a man of no stinginess. He picked up the steel harpoon in his hand and smashed it at the white bird.
Then…….
He is gone!
Because at the moment when the steel fork in his hand had just been swung into the air, the white bird pecked his head into pieces with lightning speed.
With a plop, the dead body fell to the ground.
Then the white bird didn't even look at the corpse, directly buried its head in the barrel and began to feast.
The whole process took only a few seconds, and a human life was lost under the bird's beak.
Zhao Ya, who was on the snowy hill in the distance, witnessed the whole process and couldn't help but asked in surprise: "What are these white birds?"
"They have no name, but people who drive the sea generally call them free-eating birds. Don't underestimate these birds. Their strength is very impressive. The key group is very large. Once you provoke one of them, it will definitely lead to a large-scale attack by its group. attack."
"So once you encounter these white birds, the best way is to obediently offer today's catch."
Speaking of this, Kong Xiangdong sighed.
"Although the environment of Wuwang Sea is extremely harsh, the fish caught after the tide recedes can support many strange beasts."
"Speaking of it, we sea chasers are like foreign invaders. Because of this, the sea chasers of all generations have had countless conflicts with these powerful beasts, and finally managed to maintain the situation."
Zhao Ya was a little surprised when he heard this.
Because he didn't expect Kong Xiangdong to say such a truth.
"Are you a little surprised? How could a person like me say such a thing?" Kong Xiangdong said with a smile.
"Actually, most of my madness is used to deal with those thugs and other gangs. I have no choice. If you want to gain a foothold in this place, you have to be more ruthless and crazy than everyone else, and you can gain people's respect."
"As for these low-level people who are chasing the sea, I rarely exploit them or treat them harshly, because I know that it is not easy to make a living, and it is even more difficult to survive in Wuwanghai."
Zhao Ya had a completely new understanding of Kong Xiangdong.
In any case, being able to say something like this is enough to prove that his nature is not bad.
At this time, Kong Xiangdong looked up at the sky.
It was already approaching noon, but the sun was only hanging slanting in the southern sky, looking dim, like evening.
"It's almost time. That beast likes to come out of its den at noon. This is also the best time for us to take action. Follow me!"
Zhao Ya followed Kong Xiangdong all the way west along the coastline, and in about half an hour he came to a high mountain by the sea.
"That beast's territory is ahead." Kong Xiangdong whispered, and then handed Zhao Ya a small medicine bag.
"The reason why we were delayed at the beach for a while just now was so that both of you and I could be infected with the breath of the sea breeze. But that alone is not enough. This beast has an extremely sensitive sense of smell and can smell the scent of strangers from a distance. It will immediately hide in its nest, so if you want to get close to it, you must hide your breath."
Zhao Ya took the small medicine bag, opened it curiously, and found some brown powder inside.
When you get closer and smell it, you can see a strong smell of sea.
"Is this... powder boiled with sea water?" Zhao Ya said in surprise.
"That's right!"
Kong Xiangdong was not surprised that Zhao Ya could tell the origin of the powder at a glance.
The previous competition in the small town had given Kong Xiangdong a deep understanding of Zhao Ya's accomplishments in the poisonous path.
This was the reason why he did not hesitate to tell the secrets he had painstakingly worked out and also invited Zhao Ya to come.
Kong Xiangdong took out some powder from the medicine bag and applied it evenly on his body.
Zhao Ya also did the same.
"When you and I enter its territory later, we must be careful and cautious, because this beast is very vigilant and will hide in the cave if something goes wrong."
"It will be difficult to dig it out by then."
Zhao Ya finally couldn't help but asked: "After talking for so long, what exactly is this thing?"
"A sea lizard!"
Sea lizard?
Zhao Ya certainly wouldn't think that this sea lizard was an ordinary species.
After all, Kong Xiangdong suffered a big loss and treated it with such caution, which is enough to show that he is extraordinary.
The two quietly entered the mountain.
It is said to be a mountain, but in fact it is better to say it is a hill made of stones.
There are no trees inside, just strange-shaped rocks.
The road is rough and difficult to navigate, and the low-lying areas are filled with seawater.
But this can't stop Zhao Ya and the others.
They walked quickly through it and soon entered a jungle of strange rocks.
After hitting here, Kong Xiangdong didn't say anything, but quietly gestured to Zhao Ya, which meant that the sea lizard's nest was ahead, and he would proceed as planned.
Zhao Ya nodded slightly, indicating that he understood.
Then Kong Xiangdong took the lead and entered the jungle of strange rocks.
In an instant, Kong Xiangdong disappeared from Zhao Ya's perception.
Zhao Ya was stunned for a moment, and then a smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.
really.
Kong Xiangdong also has his own unique method of concealing his aura.
This is not surprising either.
After all, if you want to hang out in a place like this, how can you do it without a few unique skills?
Zhao Ya then used the spirit turtle hibernation technique and quietly entered the strange rocks.
After entering here, Zhao Ya noticed something strange.
Because the color of these strange rocks is unique, it is the patina color of copperware after aging.
And it also exudes an unpleasant smell.
Without even getting close, Zhao Ya could deduce that these stones were highly poisonous.
Is this sea lizard so domineering?
Even the stones near his lair were poisoned. Is this for defense or an unintentional act?
However, these poisons, which would be fatal to ordinary people, did not pose a threat to Zhao Ya at all.
He quickly passed through the area, and then saw a mountain clearing ahead.
A layer of purple-red mist hung over the clearing.
Even though they were some distance apart, Zhao Ya still frowned at the fishy smell.
At the same time, Zhao Ya also felt a little dizzy.
Zhao Ya was a little surprised. He had never felt this way since he started practicing martial arts.
At this moment, a warm current suddenly emerged from the liver and quickly circulated in the body.
In an instant, the dizzy feeling disappeared.
However, Zhao Ya still increased his vigilance.
Because they were so far apart, he almost got hit, which shows how powerful the poison is.
He secretly transported the energy and blood stored in his liver and slowly arrived at a hidden place.
Then he saw a shocking scene.
I saw a huge stone on the slope of this open space, just on the sunny side.
And on the stone, there was a red lizard lying on its back.
This lizard is actually not too big, only about two meters long. Its body is covered with scales, and its color is like fire, which scorches the eyes.
At this moment, precious sunlight is shining on this stone.
This lizard enjoys the warm rays very comfortably, and will stick out its long and forked tongue from time to time.
As it puffed out, wisps of mist gradually spread, and finally merged into the mist above the clearing.
A strange color flashed in Zhao Ya's eyes.
Because this lizard gave him a strong sense of oppression.
This feeling has not occurred for a long time.
It was obvious that this was a strange beast that was at least at the peak of its meridians.
Coupled with that weird and unpredictable poison attack.
No wonder Kong Xiangdong suffered such a big loss.
Zhao Ya is thinking.
At this moment, a small bag suddenly flew from the other direction of the stone cluster, and exploded directly after reaching the sky above the lizard.
A cloud of smoke instantly enveloped the lizard.
Lizards react incredibly quickly.
As soon as the medicinal powder touched its body, it quickly ran towards a gap under the stone.
That turned out to be its nest.
But Kong Xiangdong had been planning for so long, how could he let this lizard escape easily.
Just when it was about to jump off the stone, Kong Xiangdong shouted loudly, rushed forward, and then threw the medicinal powder on the lizard as if it was free of charge.