The Snowy Owl shook its wings vigorously. As a bird of prey, the feeling of having its wings bound could be described as extremely uncomfortable.

Now that its wings were free, the Snowy Owl's previously somewhat gloomy mood improved considerably.

It didn't speak but continued to devour the meat strips.

Just then, Hua Yun returned and was curious upon seeing the Snowy Owl's condition.

"What's this?"

Chen Wen waved his hand, mouthing: The hard part is done, now onto the gentle approach.

Hua Yun nodded.

Seems like it's similar to taming an eagle, starving it for some time before feeding it, thereby making the eagle perceive goodwill.

"Then I'll go over there. Take your time taming it,"

Hua Yun whispered, heading to the other side of the bonfire.

After the Snowy Owl finished eating the meat strips, Chen Wen exchanged a glance with the lynx.

He let the lynx lie on the sled to keep pressuring the Snowy Owl.

Soon, the Snowy Owl couldn't hold back.

It hesitantly asked, "Do you really not know your kind?"

Chen Wen shook his head silently.

The Snowy Owl remained silent for a moment, then asked again, "Can you help me seek revenge?"

Chen Wen shook his head again.

What a joke!

The Snowy Owl was surely asking for revenge through killing, something he couldn't do.

The Snowy Owl seemed a bit disappointed.

It withdrew its head, as if deep in thought.

It took quite a while.

Chen Wen felt like his plan to tame the Snowy Owl was failing.

He could sense that this Snowy Owl had strong hostility towards humans.

Could it become the first special creature he hunts?

Chen Wen contemplated, deciding to let the lynx make a move later.

The lynx is quick, with one bite, the Snowy Owl would surely be completely dead.

After waiting for about half an hour and finishing his meal,

The Snowy Owl suddenly called out, "I won't join you, but the place you're heading back to next is my home. I can follow you, show you prey and dangers, and even give you what you want."

"But in exchange, you must release me when I choose to leave, and allow me to take some things with me."

As the Snowy Owl spoke, Chen Wen suddenly heard a system voice in his mind.

Ignoring the system for now, Chen Wen continued, "Okay, but if the things you take are too important, I won't agree."

The Snowy Owl considered and nodded, "Of course."

After confirming, Chen Wen felt relieved, intending to check the Snowy Owl's entries.

[Your friend—Snowy Owl, has prepared a gift for you]

[Extracting... Extraction complete!]

[Please select one from the following three entries]

[Ultimate Vision (Purple): Your eye's photoreceptor cells will become more abundant, allowing you to observe distant small objects, enhancing your ability to judge distances, granting some night vision ability]

[Note: Eyes will help you spot prey! —Snowy Owl]

[Ultimate Control (Purple): You have exceptional control over wings, enabling more high-difficulty maneuvers during flight, even flying close to the ground]

[Note: Wings will help you catch up to prey! —Snowy Owl]

[Crouch (Purple): When you crouch your body, your body temperature is maintained, preventing wind from taking away heat]

[Note: The harsh wind, crouching is not cowardice, but for better flight! —Snowy Owl]

The entries provided by the Snowy Owl were quite good.

After deliberating, Chen Wen chose [Ultimate Vision].

In this place where nighttime is far longer than daytime, having some night vision ability would allow Chen Wen to move more freely.

After choosing the entry.

Chen Wen raised his head, observing this new world.

In his eyes, the world seemed clearer and smoother.

It's like upgrading from a graphics card of 1060 to 4090, simply put, the frame rate has increased.

Along with [Dynamic Vision], Chen Wen felt that every breeze and grass movement around him couldn't escape his eyes.

As for the limited night vision ability.

If previously the night in Chen Wen's eyes was akin to a very dark horror game, now Chen Wen's eyes saw brightness set to 150% in a horror game.

There's improvement, but the enhancement is moderate.

Yet for now, it's sufficient for Chen Wen, at least he can see.

Seemingly sensing Chen Wen's choice, the Snowy Owl raised its head and exchanged a glance with Chen Wen.

"Your eyes are turning into my eyes, truly a magical creature,"

The Snowy Owl couldn't help but remark.

Chen Wen was stunned, instinctively raising his head to look at Hua Yun, "Hua Yun, check my eyes."

Upon hearing, Hua Yun instinctively looked into Chen Wen's eyes.

After a moment, she hissed, "Why do your eyes feel much brighter?"

Brighter?

Chen Wen was speechless, what kind of descriptive word is that?

Before Chen Wen could speak, Hua Yun continued, "Saying they're bright doesn't quite fit, it's more like those starry eyes in anime."

Chen Wen grinned, "Eyes with a fat tiger, right?"

"Sort of, but you seem quite lively, what happened to you?"

Chen Wen shook his head and said, "Dust just got in my eyes, rubbed them hard."

"Six."

Dust plus hard rubbing would surely cause tear secretion, making eyes appear much livelier.

Isn't that common sense?

"It's not much of an issue, better sleep early,"

Hua Yun concluded the topic, "Still have to keep night watch later."

Chen Wen nodded repeatedly, heading into the shelter.

Seems the changes brought by the entry aren't very noticeable. It's worth noting that the entry wasn't even put in disguise.

Good, a useful entry.

Chen Wen pondered.

After resolving the Snowy Owl's matter, he could rest easy and sleep.

Before sleeping, he tied the Snowy Owl's foot to the sled.

However, it was very loose, the Snowy Owl could definitely break free if it wanted to leave.

He informed Hua Yun, the Golden Eagle, and the lynx about this to avoid misunderstandings.

Soon, it was time for Chen Wen to keep watch.

He examined the surroundings, seeing the Snowy Owl sleeping soundly on the sled, nodding secretly.

Seems the Snowy Owl couldn't resist the [Animal Doctor]'s charm increase.

Its ability to sleep here indicated a fairly high level of trust in their group.

Cherishing the thought, Chen Wen sat by the bonfire and began the long watch.

...

Meanwhile.

Beside a lake in the deep mountains, the crew responsible for locating gold fell asleep.

After prolonged exploration, by noon they had already pinpointed the approximate location of the gold beneath the lake.

Everyone was thrilled at that time.

Only Ludwig gazed at the lake, a flicker of indescribable emotion in his eyes.

With regret, hesitation, and struggle.

Eventually, Ludwig silently made up his mind.

On that pitch-black night, Ludwig emerged from his tent, carrying full outdoor survival gear.

He navigated swiftly through tents, moving through shadows.

While unnoticed by everyone, he returned to the mining tunnel.

Advancing along the winding tunnel, eventually, Ludwig bumped into a group of people head-on.

"Mr. Pat sent me,"

Ludwig seeing the firearms in their hands, promptly raised both hands, indicating no hostile intent.

"Over here, are you Ludwig?"

The group dispersed, a man with African descent emerged, smiling and appraising Ludwig, "Mr. Pat asked me to inform you that you've done an excellent job, all the conditions he mentioned hold."

Ludwig nodded repeatedly, stammering, "Of course, of course, I trust Mr. Pat."

Just then, Jenny came out from the group.

Fixing her gaze on Ludwig, she coldly taunted, "Indeed, the betrayal factor in your bloodline can't be changed. Years ago, your ancestors betrayed those two, and again, you've chosen betrayal. Ludwig, you're quite the man!"

Ludwig felt awkward, but still replied, "Jenny, don't talk about me, you too betrayed Mr. Belmont, right?"

"Alright, enough about betrayal or not, you can discuss later,"

The man of African descent chuckled, "Now, can you confirm everyone from Belmont is inside?"

"Of course, sir."

"Great, kids, drive the surrounding animals away, let this lake become our hunting ground!"

The man of African descent smirked coldly, his tone devoid of emotion, "Just as we've done before."

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