Clan Cultivation: Starting with Building an Island Immortal City

60: Father of the siblings, the earth-dwelling dragon beastInstant kill! Another instant kill!

It was the same outcome!

In a flash of lightning, the same despair solidified on their faces, and the same headless bodies collapsed to the ground!

The opponent had only attacked twice from beginning to end, directly claiming five lives!

His ruthless methods, decisive judgment, and especially that absolutely crushing, suffocating combat power made Li Yinglong’s pupils constrict. A chill shot up his spine, instantly spreading throughout his body!

Lin Xiaowan trembled all over, holding Aya’s hand, not daring to let go.

The four accompanying Angry Dragon Clan warriors were expressionless, as if they were long accustomed to such sights. They quickly stepped forward, skillfully beginning to process the bodies and gather spoils of war. Their movements were practiced and coordinated, clearly not their first time doing such a thing.

The Dragon Clan Giant was expressionless, as if he had merely swatted a few mosquitoes. He slowly withdrew his hand.

His dark green claws were truly unstained by even a speck of blood, only a cold metallic luster glimmered faintly, as if silently narrating his master’s composure and ruthlessness under the dominance of absolute power.

He turned around, his gaze sweeping over Li Yinglong and Lin Xiaowan. The suffocating killing intent had quietly receded, but the oppressive feeling stemming from absolute power still remained.

He nodded slightly to Li Yinglong, his tone softening:

”Your Excellency, are you Old Mr. Li? My daughter is mischievous, and you have taken much trouble to look after her along the way. I, Long, thank you for it.”

His words were quite proper, forming a stark contrast to his thunderous killing methods just now.

Li Yinglong suppressed the turmoil in his heart, yet showed no hint of fear on his face. He cupped his hands in return, neither subservient nor arrogant:

”Fellow Daoist Long, you overstate it. When one sees injustice on the road, how can one stand by? This is a cultivator’s duty. Moreover, Miss Aya is intelligent and clever, and Young Friend Yan Gang is brave and steady, both are outstanding individuals. My granddaughter, Little Wan, is of similar age to them, and they have become very close companions along the way. Seeing this, I also feel relieved, and this journey has been very rewarding.”

A hint of approval flashed in the Dragon Clan Giant’s eyes, as if he greatly appreciated Li Yinglong’s composure and demeanor.

He said no more, waving his large hand:

”The matter here is concluded. The mountain path is rugged, and it is not advisable to linger. Everyone, please follow me back to the Stronghold first, and we can talk further there.”

As his voice fell, several clansmen led over several tall exotic beasts from behind, seemingly for transportation.

As his voice fell, without needing to be told, the accompanying Angry Dragon Clan warriors turned and blew a low, long bone whistle.

The whistle echoed in the valley, and before it faded, a heavy ”rustling” sound came from the dense forest to the side, accompanied by several low growls.

A slight tremor came from the ground, and the branches and leaves in the dense forest to the side shook violently, accompanied by several low roars like muffled thunder.

Immediately after, four massive creatures pushed aside the bushes and slowly sauntered out. The oppressive feeling brought by their enormous bodies instantly enveloped everyone present.

Li Yinglong focused his gaze, his heart first tightening, but after seeing their full appearance, a hint of awe and curiosity flashed in his eyes:

These four exotic beasts were comparable in size to sturdy elephants, yet appeared more slender and agile.

Their appearance at first glance was seven parts similar to giant lizards, covered in thick, dark green and black interwoven scales. The edges of the scales gleamed with a cold, hard metallic luster in the sunlight filtering through the forest canopy.

Their heads were triangular, their snouts slightly square, and their vertical pupils were amber in color, with a contained brilliance when they opened and closed, revealing a hint of indifference and majesty.

Most striking were their four limbs, thick and powerful, with broad and sharp claws that firmly gripped the ground, clearly indicating their excellent climbing ability.

A long tail, almost as long as its body, dragged on the ground. Its swings carried immense force, also proving its excellent stability for high-speed movement.

However, what truly made Li Yinglong determine their extraordinary nature were the clear and prominent rows of small bone spurs growing from the back of their necks to the midline of their spines, and the faint sense of majesty subtly emanating from their entire bodies.

Li Yinglong understood: these were definitely not something ordinary lizard-type Yao Beasts could possess.

”May I ask, what is this...?”

Before the Dragon Clan Giant leader could answer, Aya next to him eagerly spoke up, her tone filled with a sense of proud ownership:

”Old Sir, these are ’Mountain Dragon Lizards’! They are treasures unique to our Angry Dragon Clan, and the only ones of their kind in the Southern Wilderness!”

The Dragon Clan Giant nodded slightly at her words, then continued his daughter’s explanation:

”My daughter is right. These beasts are called ’Mountain Dragon Lizards’. They possess a faint, diluted Bloodline of ancient Earth Dragons. Although the Bloodline is thin due to the passage of time, and their intelligence is not high, making it difficult for them to cultivate the Dao, they are incredibly strong, traverse mountains and rivers as if on flat ground, and their temperament is quite docile. Through generations of domestication by our clan, they have become reliable means of transport in the Stronghold.”

Upon hearing this, Li Yinglong looked closely and found that each Mountain Dragon Lizard’s broad, boat-like back was firmly fitted with a special saddle.

This saddle was not like a horse saddle, but more like a sturdy wicker-backed chair, with the backrest slightly tilted backward. There were footrests on both sides of the seat, and the chair legs were deeply embedded into a base woven from tough beast hide and rattan below, fitting snugly against the Mountain Dragon Lizard’s back plates.

Around the saddle, there were also several leather pouch hooks and storage mesh pockets, clearly for personal belongings.

At the same time, parts resembling footrests extended from both sides of the saddle chair, equipped with leather foot covers, making it easier for riders to secure their feet during long journeys, saving considerable effort.

The entire saddle set was cleverly designed, considering both the rider’s comfort and safety, and the Mountain Dragon Lizard’s load-bearing capacity and ease of movement.

Indeed, as the other party said, it was the product of many generations of domestication.

”Father’s Mountain Dragon Lizard is the most magnificent!”

Aya happily ran to one of the particularly large sub-dragon beasts with darker scales and affectionately patted its thick foreleg.

The Mountain Dragon Lizard seemed to recognize her, lowering its huge head and gently nuzzling her palm, emitting a docile purr.

Yan Gang also called out to Li Yinglong and Lin Xiaowan:

”Old Sir, Younger Sister Xiaowan, please mount the saddles. From here to our Angry Dragon Stockade, the mountain path is treacherous. With these beasts for transport, it will not only be faster but also much safer.”

Under Yan Gang’s brief guidance, Li Yinglong and Lin Xiaowan, a little awkwardly, climbed onto the saddle chairs and sat down.

The chair was more comfortable than expected, with the backrest providing good support.

Li Yinglong felt as if he was riding an elephant during a trip to the southern regions in his previous life.

After fastening the simple safety belt and putting his feet into the buckles, he immediately felt stable.

The Dragon Clan Giant let out a soft cry first, and the exceptionally robust Mountain Dragon Lizard beneath him began to move, walking towards the nearly vertical, steep cliff ahead.

The Mountain Dragon Lizard’s claws extended, deeply embedding into the rock crevices like iron hooks. Its four limbs exerted coordinated force, and its long tail swayed slightly to maintain balance. Its massive body, as if walking on flat ground, stood upright on the rock face and steadily climbed upwards, without any decrease in speed.

The other three Mountain Dragon Lizards followed closely behind.

Li Yinglong only felt his body lean slightly backward, the wind whistling past his ears, and the valley below rapidly shrinking, yet his mount was surprisingly stable, almost imperceptibly bumpy.

These sub-dragon beasts, climbing on nearly vertical rock faces, were even steadier than ordinary fine horses galloping on a plain!

Their claw strength and sense of balance were astonishing.

Li Yinglong mused to himself:

”As expected of beasts with Dragon Blood, even if only a trace, they are extraordinary. The Angry Dragon Clan’s ability to domesticate such exotic beasts for daily travel hints at the profound depth of their clan’s heritage. This journey to the Angry Dragon Stockade might reveal even more secrets of the Southern Wilderness.”

The Mountain Dragon Lizard team followed the perilous mountain ridge, swiftly disappearing into the mist-shrouded depths of the mountains.