Chapter 261: Dragon Island Ionosphere, Dragon Capturing Team, Youthful Comeback
The conversation between the two was clearly heard by Qin Guofang and Hua Ping.
Knowing that their son was about to go on another mission, the old couple naturally felt worried.
But they understood that their son, now an Unbreakable Realm warrior, could not simply stand by and ignore the chaos unfolding on Earth.
This was his responsibility!
A responsibility that strong humans must bear!
Three years ago, when Qin Shou first set foot on Dragon Island, they had already prepared themselves for the worst.
The old couple didn't persuade Qin Shou to refuse; they simply forced a smile, gave him a few words of advice, and then silently retreated to their bedroom.
Seeing this, Qin Shou didn't know what to say.
...
After seeing Yu Shusheng off, Qin Shou returned to his room and took out a Constant Star Energy Crystal to begin cultivating.
Before returning to Earth, he had already sent a message to Brother Monkey, who was far away at Demon Eye Base City, instructing the Hundred-Eyed Demon to hurry up and secure the first batch of Constant Star Energy Crystals and to deliver the Blue Flame Phoenix.
He also told them to send over the Dark Energy Crystals condensed from the Dark Volcano, which could save at least half the consumption of Constant Star Energy Crystals.
Now that the galactic war had been postponed, and Earth didn't produce Constant Star Energy Crystals, Qin Shou could only rely on the income source from the Hundred-Eyed Demon to continue his cultivation.
As for Gagura at Drue Base, there was still no news—no clue how he was doing.
If he doesn't earn money, what will support him?
In less than an hour, a Constant Star Energy Crystal was completely consumed, leaving Qin Shou gritting his teeth as he reluctantly took out another one.
Having grown accustomed to cultivating with Constant Star Energy Crystals, the "inferior" Earth Core Energy Crystals simply couldn't satisfy him anymore.
To quickly meet the conditions for breaking through to the Unbreakable Realm Three Stars, nothing but Constant Star Energy would suffice.
As the Constant Star Energy Crystal transformed into Galaxy Particles and flowed into his body, Qin Shou's breathing gradually steadied, and he immersed himself in the experience.
The night passed in silence.
The next morning, after eating his mother's lovingly prepared breakfast, Qin Shou begrudgingly carried an assortment of "local specialties" and, flying over the city skyline, arrived at the Transmission Room.
Looking at Yu Shusheng and others who had come to see him off with serious expressions, Qin Shou rubbed his temples and deeply wanted to say:
It's not like I'm heading off to die; why are you all acting like I'm going on a final farewell?
With a wave of his hand, he bid farewell and walked into the Transmission Array leading to Dragon Island.
"Buzz..."
White light flickered, and within seconds, Qin Shou stepped out of the Transmission Array, arriving at a somewhat familiar small transmission-island.
At this moment, dozens of Earth Core Energy Cannons were mounted at the island's edge, various Mechas and Beast Cultivation creatures were stationed in the island's plaza, and Guard Team personnel in battle armor were busy hurrying about. The entire island was suffused with an exceptionally tense atmosphere.
In an open-air camp not far away, two familiar faces were engaged in an intense argument.
"No way! The head of the family has given strict orders—without his permission, you're not allowed to approach Dragon Island!"
Third Uncle Yan Bo's face was flushed as he shouted at an irritated Leng Xinlan.
Leng Xinlan, hands on her hips, spat back angrily, "Yan Bo, what's with all the yelling? Talking to me like this... itching for a fight, huh?"
Yan Bo pointed at Leng Xinlan, his finger practically poking her nose as he roared, "Leng Xinlan, this is the family head's decision—it's all for your own good!"
"Bullshit! We don't have a clue what's going on in there. If I don't go check, who will? You?"
"I... I don't want to argue with you. Principal Qin said he has a plan; approaching Dragon Island now would just create chaos!"
"If Principal Qin already has a plan, maybe I can be of help!"
"Stop right there! You're not allowed to go, or else..."
"Or else what? Go tattle on me? Honestly, since we were kids, all you've done is cry to the adults when you lose a fight—so pathetic!"
"You... you... you're making me furious! And why are you saying this so loudly?"
"Hmph, you forced me!"
Their heated argument abruptly paused when they heard stifled laughter coming from nearby.
Yan Bo felt utterly mortified but didn't dare make a move against Leng Xinlan. Instead, with his anger boiling over, he roared at the person trying to suppress their laughter.
"Shut up! What are you laughing at? Laugh again and I'll send you to scrub the toi—"
Mid-sentence, Yan Bo's face turned an even deeper shade of red, his words faltering as he awkwardly adjusted his expression.
"Ahem... Uh... Little Shou, what are you doing here?"
The one struggling to contain his laughter was none other than Qin Shou.
Qin Shou waved his hands apologetically, unable to suppress his grin. "Sorry, I overheard something I shouldn't have... Hahaha! Third Uncle, how embarrassing for you... Hahaha, I can't... my abs..."
In the end, he just couldn't hold it in.
Yan Bo looked utterly dejected, scrambling to explain, "It's not what you think—really! We were just messing around... Listen, you can't let this slip!"
As he finished speaking, his uneasy gaze morphed into one of veiled threat.
Qin Shou straightened up and trotted over to Leng Xinlan's side.
"Third Uncle, sorry, but I've decided to side with Auntie here. She's stronger than you—an Unbreakable Realm Five Stars, no less!"
Feigning seriousness, he added, "If Auntie asks me to keep it a secret, then I'll keep it a secret."
Yan Bo jabbed a finger toward Qin Shou, rendered speechless by his fury.
"You... you little rascal! I can't believe you're the type to bully the weak and fear the strong! Forget about getting close to our Xiao Bai!"
Leng Xinlan snorted and pulled Qin Shou to her side.
"Yan Bo, you don't get to make that call. When it comes to Xiao Bai's matters, I'm in charge—not you!"
She then shifted to a satisfied, approving expression, patting Qin Shou on the shoulder.
"Good, our Xiao Bai definitely chose the right person. From now on, Auntie's got your back—you don't need to be afraid of that coward."
With a gleeful grin, Qin Shou threw himself into Leng Xinlan's arms. "Haha, so soft... uh, I mean, Auntie is so kind."
"Hmm, such a good boy..."
Leng Xinlan put her hands on her hips and shot a disdainful glare at Yan Bo.
Watching Qin Shou's shameless display, Yan Bo staggered backward with his hand clutching his chest.
How could someone be so utterly brazen?
The Shame of Beast Breeding—truly living up to the name.
Just wait, I'll get even with you someday!