Monster Hunt: Notes from a Hunter

(This is a talk for another day, not a side story, that is, the timeline after the end of the main story)

The scale of the rebuilt Minagard Port has been greatly improved compared to the past, and the number of berths has also been greatly increased.

Ocean-going fishing boats, various types of cargo ships, passenger ships, dragon boats that hunt sea beasts, and even rare large empty boats can all find suitable berths here.

At this time, an extremely huge airship with a length of more than fifty meters slowly descended into the clouds, and finally stopped next to the support dedicated to large airships, attracting surprised looks from the travelers and merchants passing by.

Someone recognized the identity of the airship.

It's the world-famous large-scale scientific research airship known as the Air Research Laboratory - the Dragon Sense Ship!

After falling into the berth, the cables and anchor hooks fixing the ship's hull were locked, and the Longshi ship was firmly fixed on the bracket, and the berthing work was successfully completed.

The investigation captain, who was often mistaken for a woman because of his delicate appearance, breathed a sigh of relief.

More than ten years have passed in the blink of an eye since he was entrusted with the important task of commanding the Long Shi ship when he was young.

The young and shy dragon man back then has long since transformed into a mature and experienced commander, captain, and biologist.

But even so, he would still feel nervous about the docking process of the Longshi Ship.

For such a huge spacecraft, even a slight mistake during the landing process may trigger a chain reaction and cause unknown accidents.

"I don't know what you're nervous about."

While putting a cloak on his body to cover up the too conspicuous red armor, he walked out of the cabin and curled his lips towards Feng Ying who was walking towards the front deck.

"This thing is really tough. It's so easy to have accidents. Didn't the black dragon die from it?"

There was a look of helplessness on the face of the investigation team leader, "It was the 'Third Princess' that knocked down the Black Dragon, not the Dragon Sense Ship."

"They are all the same type of ships, almost the same!" Feng Ying waved her hand boldly to cover up the fact that she had misremembered.

The investigation captain really wanted to have a serious discussion with this guy. Even if they are the same type of ship, the performance of the two airships in all aspects is very different.

But then I thought about it and thought that the guy in front of me probably didn't understand, so I could only ignore this topic.

"Miss Feng Ying, thank you very much for your assistance. If you hadn't taken over this mission, the capture of 'Qingdian Master' would certainly not have gone so smoothly."

"Oh! Why are you being so polite? We are all brothers!" Feng Ying reached out and hooked the investigation captain's neck, making a finger-twisting gesture.

"Just give us more rewards for settlement, and also! Select some materials for settlement for us, and prepare to get a new electric shield axe!

The previous pair of [Yaksha] was a bit damaged, so I just needed to replace it! "

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The investigation captain's eyes twitched. He really wanted to say that the scholars at Longli Academy hadn't decided yet.

After the research on the 'Green Lightning Master' comes to an end, should it be executed and further dissected, or should it be released into the wild for subsequent ecological observation.

If it was the latter, Feng Ying's new shield ax would definitely be gone, and she would probably run to the Great Old Hall in anger.

As one of the only two active Nine-Star Hunters in the world and a member of the dragon tribe with a long lifespan, the Great Elder doted on her. In addition, the Great Elder did not support this kind of "reintroduction observation experiment" of Longliyuan.

This matter has to be brought to the attention of the Great Elder. It is estimated that in two days, An Ye will come to the door with an execution order to supervise its execution.

It seems like they have only one choice?

"Of course, we will select the best materials for you." The investigation captain said with a wry smile.

"Uh-huh, let's go." Feng Ying patted the young man's back hard.

The strength of the master hunter's hand knocked the frail scholar staggering, but it was the mushroom that helped him and kept him from falling to the ground.

"If there is such a difficult monster to deal with in the future, remember to contact me. Oh, by the way, say hello to Yuna and the others for me. Let's go!"

After saying that, Feng Ying gave a thumbs up to the investigation team leader, then didn't bother to walk up the gangway, jumped directly from the side of the ship, released the flying insects to relieve their strength, and landed lightly.

Mushrooms and amber followed closely, landing next to her.

Feng Ying moved her body and twisted her waist, making a crackling sound.

Suddenly, Amber raised her head and nuzzled her back with her nose.

"What's wrong?" Feng Ying turned around and looked.

"Woof! Woof!"

Feng Ying was stunned for a moment, then looked back at the Minagard Port in front of her, a familiar yet unfamiliar feeling of déjà vu came to her heart.

Twenty years ago, she secretly left her hometown, boarded a ship bound for the Old World, and came to Minagard Port.

That day, many people jumped off the boat directly like this.

At that time, she was a beginner who had just entered the industry and had not even completed the training. She was wearing a flame suit that was not even armor, and the weapon behind her was the most basic flame iron single blade.

Now, she is the world-famous nine-star hunter "White Wind". The [Dragon Pattern] made from forbidden materials is the only one in the world. The storage box is filled with top-notch shield axes that are rare for ordinary hunters.

"It's actually been so long." After a few seconds of silence, she muttered softly.

Suddenly I want to go to the Gathering Hall Tavern in Minagard, maybe?

Well, there's no telling.

Master Gordon and Sister Hayata are guarding the border, and Ancier is also organizing a survey team to develop in the New World.

There's no way he could appear in Minagard's tavern.

The four members of the legendary "Silver Border Hunting Group" have not gathered together to hunt for a long time, not for any other reason but simply because it is not necessary.

Even an ancient dragon monster does not need two nine-star and two eight-star hunters to attack at the same time.

Only by distributing them everywhere can they maximize their combat effectiveness.

Feng Ying pursed her lips, feeling suddenly upset.

"Meow" noticed the change in Feng Ying's mood, and the mushroom pulled her fingertips.

Amber also came and rubbed against her.

Feng Ying touched the heads of her hunting companions and felt better.

"Let's go! Let's go to the pub and have a good drink!"

Although I am not very interested in drinking, I think I will feel less depressed when I get drunk.

A man, a dog and a cat arrived in front of the meeting hall and tavern in a hurry.

Before pushing the door open, Feng Ying hesitated, and finally tightened her cloak and put on her hood.

Anyway, she didn't have many acquaintances in Minagard. The alcohol team, which she was familiar with, had been disbanded and retired after the Black Dragon War.

As for the younger generations who regard her as their idol.

If it were more than ten or twenty years ago, she might have enjoyed the feeling of being surrounded and being the center of attention.

But now, I just feel a headache.

Coupled with various reasons such as the [Dragon Pattern] armor being unsuitable for ordinary people to touch, she generally behaves aloof in front of strangers.

Therefore, in recent years, rumors such as "Lord Bai Feng is a lone ranger with a taciturn and cold personality" have also appeared among the hunter community.

She didn't bother to clarify the misunderstanding and was happy and relaxed.

He stretched out his hand and pushed open the shiny wooden door, and the not-so-smell air, smelling of alcohol and sweat, hit his face.

Most assembly halls and taverns in this world smell like this, and she has long been used to it.

Oh no, Yanhuo Village is an exception.

There was no food or wine in the gathering place there, only rabbit dumplings and cherry blossoms, so not only was there no peculiar smell, but there was also a faint scent of grass and trees.

Somewhat homesick.

It's been two or three years since I last saw Lie Yan and my sister. Let's go back to Yanhuo Village once things are settled here.

Feng Ying thought so and silently walked into the assembly hall.

The figure wrapped in a cloak attracted the attention of some hunters in the tavern.

But everyone's eyes did not stay on her for too long. It was not strange for a traveling hunter to wear a cloak.

The hood was pulled tightly, which meant that the person had no interest in communicating with others, and generally no one would seek trouble.

Feng Ying glanced at the mission counter through the brim of her hood.

Behind the counter was a young waitress who looked to be no more than seventeen or eighteen years old. She didn't recognize her, but her bright green uniform made her feel a little friendly.

Sister Tiggy and Nellie have also worn this outfit.

With a silent sigh, Feng Ying came to the tavern area and found a secluded place to sit down.

She picked up the menu and was about to order a few dishes when a figure sat down at her table.

There were obviously many empty tables around. Feng Ying, who had no intention of sharing a table, frowned and raised her head, planning to say something to this uninvited guest.

But when she saw the person's face clearly, she couldn't help but be startled.

The other person's facial features can vaguely be seen as they once were, but his temperament is much more mature and capable.

"Sister Tiggy?!"

"Ouch~! I miss the title so much. No one has called me sister for a long time. Those guys like to call me supervisor or something like that. There are also some nasty brats who call me aunt. I'm so angry!"

The other party looked at her with a smile, "Long time no see, Xiao Fengying."

Feng Ying opened her hood and said in surprise: "So you are still working in the assembly hall!"

"Why do you sound so awkward when you say this?" Tiji curled her lips, "Ah! Cute little kitten, come and give me a hug!"

As he said that, he picked up the mushroom on the side.

Mushroom had no choice but to let her rub it randomly.

After some fiddling, Tiggy raised her head and said, "By the way, why did 'Lord White Wind' suddenly come to our Minagald?

There shouldn't be any monsters around recently that are worthy of being personally attacked by a strong man of your level, right? "

Feng Ying changed to a more comfortable sitting position and explained: "I was passing by. I just completed a task with the Longliyuan investigation team. The Longshi ship was supplying supplies at the port here, so I got off the ship here and took a stroll. "

"I see, that means you're not busy?"

"What are you doing, are you going to catch a strong man now?" Feng Ying looked at her sideways.

"No, it's quite peaceful here in the Xiuret area recently." Tiji smiled and waved her hand, "If you have time, find a time to invite old friends out to meet them."

Feng Ying's eyes brightened slightly, "Old friends? Are they Ted and the others? Is there also Nellie?"

"Of course it's those drunkards. I'm afraid you won't see Nellie. She moved to Bokai Village with that brat named Jean and doesn't come back often."

Feng Ying was very happy to hear the news from her old friends, "Are they okay? After they retired, it was difficult to contact them."

"It's good, it's good. They are happy! After talking so much, why don't I just take you to meet them?"

Tiji put the mushrooms back on the ground and stood up, "Let's go! I don't have anything important to do today. I'll take you to Ted's store to have a look!"

"Store? They opened a store?" Feng Ying suddenly remembered something, "Are you going now? Of course I'm fine, don't you have to go to work?"

Ti Ji raised her chin proudly, "I am now the director of the Minagard Guild. I work and not work. Besides President Van Ti, who can take care of me?

Besides, President Fan Ti is on a business trip, so there’s no need to worry! "

"You are an aunt in her forties, but you still haven't gotten rid of your habit of fishing."

Di Ji's expression suddenly became terrifying, and she pulled Feng Ying's cheek angrily, "Is this the same mouth that said such words?!

Besides, aren't you in your late thirties, much younger than me? ! "

"I'm from the dragon tribe, I'm still very young in my thirties or forties!" Feng Ying winked at her.

Of course, he received a vicious eye roll.

Under the curious gazes of the people around them, the two bickered and walked towards the door.

"Is that Director Tiggy?"

"Probably."

"This is the first time I've seen her look like a little girl."

"Maybe it's because I met an old friend?"

"Old friend? But the girl in the cloak looks about twenty years old?"

"That's a dragon tribe, maybe someone older than your mother."

Ignoring the whispers coming from behind, the two of them arrived outside the assembly hall. Not long after walking along the prosperous commercial avenue, Tiggy stopped in front of a store.

"This is it."

Feng Ying looked up at the signboard and sniffed again, "Sure enough, it's a wine shop.

‘Alcoholic Winery’ sounds a bit weird. "

When a customer came to the door, the proprietress wearing a veil greeted her warmly.

Her voice was a little hoarse, "Is this your first time here, guests? There is good wine from Lockrack! Acridine? Is it Di Ji, and Xiao Fengying?!"

"Sister Maka!" Feng Ying ran up happily and hugged her.

"Kababa!"

"Yeah! Babaka is here too!"

Maka pulled off her veil, revealing a face with burn scars.

She turned her head and shouted into the store, "Hey! Come out quickly! We have a distinguished guest coming!"

"Coming, coming!" came a rough voice.

A fat, bald man ran out of the store.