[Howl?!]xN

The bound Cloud Wolves were instantly panic-stricken, but as they struggled with all their might, they discovered that these vines were not as fragile as they had imagined.

To completely break free, it would take some effort.

The scarecrow of today was not like before; with the increase in its own strength, its [Entanglement] was no longer something opponents of the same level could easily escape from.

"What is this?"

Such a sudden scene made Hang Xing slightly stunned.

Most of the people present and the summoned beasts had reactions similar to his.

[Sizzle sizzle!]

Only the Thorn Mouse kept pace with the rhythm, shooting out a wave of golden thorns directly.

These were fixed targets; it would be a waste not to attack.

Whizz! xN

The small golden thorns suddenly enlarged during their flight.

Like bamboo poles, they directly pierced through the bound Cloud Wolves.

[Woo~!]xN

The golden thorns pierced, and the mournful cries of the Cloud Wolves echoed in many places.

Some of the less fortunate ones were directly pierced through vital parts and died within moments.

[Howl...]xN

This situation made the remaining surviving Cloud Wolves hesitant to advance for a moment.

"Your scarecrow is not simple..."

Chang Shilian's eyes were on the verge of widening.

As frequent teammates, they could say they knew Thorn Mouse's abilities inside out.

But they had no prior understanding of the scarecrow's strength.

Moreover, they had personally experienced this Ensnare skill not long ago.

Unexpectedly, it turned out to be such a powerful technique!

Clearly, the force used to bind the Cloud Wolves was different from when they were bound.

When they were bound, it was just to stabilize their posture.

But when the Cloud Wolves were bound, didn't you see that not a single one could escape in just that second?

More importantly, being able to bind so many targets at once is not something that can be done easily!

"Junior, what level is this scarecrow of yours?"

Hang Xing swallowed and looked at Li Pu.

He had seen this kind of high-quality crowd control method before.

But those were from the first-turn summoned beasts of other students, and it was hard to imagine it coming from a freshman's summoned beast unless you saw it with your own eyes.

"LV14."

Li Pu informed truthfully.

Of course, he wouldn't mention that it was a reincarnated LV14.

"LV14? The level isn't that extraordinary..."

Hang Xing, having received the answer, looked puzzled.

He knew people in the first year who said that the highest-level summoned beasts there were already LV15 or 16.

"..."

But Jiang Guiju's reaction to this statement was a bit unnatural.

Not extraordinary?

Are you kidding me?

A few days ago during the monthly exam, wasn't that scarecrow only LV11?

So it's truly leveling up once a day?

That's quite vexing.

However, thinking about Li Pu's efficiency at leveling up Thorn Mouse during training, she was relieved.

"So, this scarecrow of yours is specialized as a support type, right?"

Hang Xing continued to ask.

Li Pu wanted to say no, feeling that the scarecrow should be specialized in drinking cola.

"Senior, shouldn't we be pressing the attack while we have the advantage?"

Clearly, now was not the appropriate time for idle chatter.

Li Pu pointed to the remaining Cloud Wolves on the other side and noticed they had faint signs of wanting to retreat.

"No, don't chase after a cornered foe."

Before Hang Xing could speak, Jiang Guiju answered first.

"Cloud Wolves are most dangerous in such a moment."

"If they lose hope for survival, they will fight back desperately without regard for their own lives."

"In that case, we might suffer injuries."

"Our goal for this trip is Bear Tail Grass, not to exterminate the Cloud Wolves."

This explanation left Li Pu feeling somewhat regretful.

Senior and junior's goal wasn't the Cloud Wolves, but his goal was.

He still wanted to take down a few more Cloud Wolves and go to Senior Climbing Wall Vine for a reward.

Hang Xing: "That's right; this is the best situation now."

Chang Shilian: "Let's just let them leave."

But clearly, only Li Pu thought this way.

In times like this, it's still best to respect the overall team's opinion.

"Wait, everyone, I think there's something off with their situation!"

However, Chang Shoushang, who had been observing the Cloud Wolves, suddenly spoke up.

It turned out that while everyone was conversing, those Cloud Wolves seemed to gradually lose their intent to retreat.

Moreover, their fur began to stand erect, like blooming dark clouds wanting to ignite.

[A-woooo~~!]

From far behind them, an exceptionally loud wolf howl sounded.

"Oh no!"

Upon hearing this howl, Hang Xing's face changed instantly.

He immediately closed his eyes and activated [Probe] once again.

"As expected, it's the Alpha Wolf."

Having received the results, he looked even more grim.

The appearance of the Alpha Wolf would strongly boost the morale of the wolf pack.

The state where they were fearless of death, which they didn't want to see, might soon emerge.

[Awooo~!]xN

In response to their leader, the wolf pack raised their heads in a long howl.

This scene made Li Pu uneasy.

He didn't know what the Alpha Wolf was, but since the wolves weren't retreating now, why not take the chance to eliminate the minions and then focus their attacks on their leader?

"Wait, don't act rashly."

As if sensing Li Pu's thoughts, Hang Xing placed a hand on his shoulder.

"There is a very mysterious relationship between the Alpha Wolf and its wolf pack."

"Once there are casualties in the pack, the Alpha Wolf receives a substantial boost in strength."

"Since over half of them are already dead or injured, attacking the pack further will only make the Alpha Wolf stronger."

This explanation left Li Pu slightly stunned.

Feeling that such a magical ability, if put on a playing card, would surely be a synergy card.

Li Pu: "So, in such a case, we should only kill the Alpha Wolf first?"

Hang Xing: "Exactly, don't act rashly."

Li Pu: "Alright then."

Though he said "alright," in his heart, Li Pu's thoughts were: I'm determined to get this card.

The standoff continued on both sides for a while, and the Alpha Wolf finally made its appearance.

This creature's image was not quite what one would imagine.

The same cloud-like fur, that much was undeniable.

And the Alpha Wolf was called the Alpha Wolf for a reason; its size was naturally larger than an average Cloud Wolf.

Its bulk was comparable to a bull, though little did one expect...

"Unexpectedly, it's a big fat wolf."

Li Pu was not speaking with a confused "h" and "f" sound.

But this Alpha Wolf really was fat.

Like those pampered and well-cared-for animals living the good life in a zoo.

However, the obesity was merely superficial.

This Alpha Wolf's steps were steady, and its gaze was sharp.

It was confidently and calmly approaching them step by step.

The oppressive aura of a wolf pack leader was unmistakably evident.

The third-year students who had been navigating East Wilderness Ridge for over a year all wore serious expressions.

Because they even, the ferocity of this kind of magical beast of the Alpha Wolf's caliber.

Made people have no choice but to take it seriously.

But just then, they heard a low, discordant mumble breaking the serious atmosphere from among their ranks, growing clearer gradually.

[Mumble mumble mumble… mumble mumble mumble]

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