The Villain: Claiming The Protagonist's Master

Seeing this, Lin Feng thought his actions had won the hearts of the two beauties, and he felt even more pleased in his heart.

However, what he did not know was—

As for Lin Feng's performance, Luo Shen and Green Vine had no interest at all.

Because their hearts had long been tied to Su Chen alone. They were merely cooperating with Su Chen in putting on an act.

In the end, under the crowd's request, Luo Shen and Green Vine stored all the Dao Fruits, spirit herbs, and other medicinal materials into their own storage space rings.

The marginalized Lin Ming, though he did not dare to step out to stop it, fixed his vicious eyes on the two women.

Seeing Lin Ming's insolent behavior, still glaring at the two women with a hateful look, Lin Feng did not spare him a kind face, directly warning, "Lin Ming, if you still want to stay in our team, shut that stinking mouth of yours for me!"

A wave of chilling killing intent radiated from him. The surrounding temperature instantly dropped a few degrees.

Lin Ming, meanwhile, stared at Lin Feng in front of him in utter terror.

This was the first time in the decades he had followed Lin Feng that Lin Feng had released such intense killing intent toward him.

———

The next morning.

Su Chen led the group to the riverbank where they had previously encountered the Jingwei Birds.

Lin Feng and the others all stared at Su Chen with puzzled expressions, not knowing why he had brought them to this place.

Seeing this, he pulled Lin Feng aside, pointed at the Jingwei Birds that were holding stones in their beaks and continuously throwing them into the river, and whispered, "Brother Lin, do you know what these birds are?"

Hearing this, Lin Feng furrowed his brows in thought but shook his head. "I don't know, but they don't seem like ordinary birds."

"Indeed, Brother Lin," Su Chen said, patting Lin Feng on the shoulder with a smile. "One glance and you can see these birds are extraordinary. They are the legendary Jingwei Birds."

"What?"

Learning that the birds in the distance were the legendary Jingwei Birds, Lin Feng was instantly stunned, his face full of shock.

He had not expected to encounter ancient ferocious birds here.

And there were quite a few of them. If he could tame a Jingwei Bird as his spiritual pet, he could boast about it for a lifetime in front of other noble family heirs.

Moreover, it would help him woo women.

Just imagining being a handsome man with an ancient ferocious bird as a spiritual pet—what beauty could refuse his pursuit?

This thought filled him with excitement.

Observing Lin Feng's expression, Su Chen seemed to guess his thoughts and slyly said, "Brother Lin, do you want to tame one as a spiritual pet?"

"Of course, I do. Brother Chu, do you have a way?" Lin Feng nodded without hesitation.

"Heh heh, I do have a method, but I wonder if Brother Lin dares to do it." Su Chen's lips curved upward, pretending to be mysterious.

"Brother Chu, stop keeping me in suspense and tell me!" Lin Feng urged eagerly.

"In a moment, I will lead my senior sister and junior sister to lure away the adult Jingwei Birds. The remaining juvenile Jingwei Birds will be yours to handle. Catch as many as you can."

At this point, Su Chen's tone shifted, continuing, "However, afterward, the juvenile Jingwei Birds should be evenly split among everyone."

Hearing this, Lin Feng's eyes lit up, and he agreed repeatedly, "Sure, no problem."

He hadn't expected Su Chen to be such a good friend, voluntarily taking on the dangerous task of luring away the adult Jingwei Birds.

After all, adult Jingwei Birds were incredibly fierce, and for Su Chen to take on such a risky task and leave the juvenile birds for them, Lin Feng almost felt guilty.

If Su Chen had not suggested splitting the juvenile Jingwei Birds evenly, Lin Feng might have suspected that Su Chen was setting a trap for him.

Now it seemed he had used the heart of a villain to judge a gentleman.

Seeing Lin Feng take the bait, Su Chen's lips curled slightly, and he chuckled. "Brother Lin, you must remember to think of me if there are any good opportunities in the future."

"Of course! We're practically brothers. If you need help with anything in the future, just let me know," Lin Feng promised, patting his chest.

At this, he completely let down his guard toward Su Chen.

When the group learned about their plan, excitement was written all over their faces.

Of course, Lin Ming was the exception. He scrutinized Su Chen with suspicion, trying to discern any schemes from his expression.

The plan seemed flawless on the surface, yet he couldn't shake the feeling that Su Chen was hiding some devious intent. But he couldn't pinpoint any flaws.

"Since everyone agrees, let's begin according to the plan," Su Chen said with a light cough.

Hearing this, the group promptly took out their weapons and tools, preparing for action.

Seeing this, Su Chen took the lead. With a swift motion, he charged toward the adult Jingwei Birds. Luo Shen and Green Vine followed closely behind, holding Xiao Xian in their arms, drawing the birds' attention.

As the intruders approached, the Jingwei Birds erupted into chaos. They flapped their wings furiously, letting out sharp cries to drive Su Chen and the others away.

In no time, Su Chen had approached a dangerously close distance.

Several adult Jingwei Birds stepped forward, launching an attack on Su Chen.

"Retreat!" Seeing this, Su Chen shouted loudly. Then, his figure quickly retreated.

The adult Jingwei Birds chased after the trio relentlessly.

Seeing this, Lin Feng and the others realized it was their moment to act. "Everyone, go! Catch those juvenile Jingwei Birds!"

Lin Feng waved his hand, leading the charge toward the juvenile Jingwei Birds with excitement.

'Damn it! This was hitting the jackpot!'

So many juvenile Jingwei Birds—if he captured them all and brought them back, wouldn't his father practically praise him to the skies?

As for the others, they were even more ecstatic, unable to contain their excitement.

Even Lin Ming, who had harbored resentment toward Su Chen and the others, began to wonder if he had misjudged them this time.

"Haha! Got one!"

Lin Feng caught a juvenile Jingwei Bird with one hand and shouted excitedly.

The others were only slightly slower but quickly made their catches as well, their faces filled with joy and excitement.

"Move faster, everyone! Catch as many as you can—this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!" Lin Feng urged loudly.

"Haha, understood, young master!"

Hearing this, the group quickened their pace again.

They swiftly placed the juvenile birds into a specially crafted cage held by Lin Feng, then turned back to continue their captures.

Inside the cage, the juvenile Jingwei Birds let out mournful cries, flapping their wings desperately in a plea for help.

Just as the group was cheering in celebration, a piercing bird cry rang through the sky, sending chills down their spines.

Accompanying the bird cries, dense black shadows suddenly appeared in the sky above the forest by the riverbank.

"Dammit! This is bad!"

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