Chapter 668: Why Are You Staring at the Protagonist?

Chapter 668: Why Are You Staring at the Protagonist?

Suddenly, a bird soul popped up and then flew away, heading in the direction where Su Kexin and the others were escaping.

Who would have thought that thing would just appear out of nowhere?

This is a big deal, not a joke! Just when the opportunity seemed to be within reach, it up and flew away.

And where did it fly? Right toward the direction Su Kexin and the others were fleeing!

This was supposed to be a sure way to limit the protagonist’s advancement while snatching the opportunity away, but lo and behold—what a sneaky twist!

The protagonist’s halo, favored by the heavens.

Of course, whether it was fixated on Su Kexin and her gang was uncertain, but as it flew over, it triggered discomfort for Su Kexin, who charged right in, ready to attack; any eagle spirit would be roasted by her fire element.

Lin Nuo panicked and swiftly chased after the soaring eagle soul, summoning a gust of wind alongside his flying sword, hurrying forth.

Su Lingjiang wasn’t idle either; seeing the eagle soul that emerged from Tianwu Star fly off, he rushed after it as well.

Above them were two black shadows speeding through the sky. Though fast, having just been in a fierce battle, their speed had diminished, and they couldn’t catch up to that eagle soul.

At that moment, Su Kexin and the others were doing their best to quickly distance themselves from the scene.

They could sense ongoing explosions from behind, the force echoing heavily, sending shivers down their spines.

“I hope Brother and Dad are okay… I pray everyone stays safe…”

Su Kexin mumbled prayers, feeling powerless to do anything but hope.

They thought their escape was going smoothly, at least without any evil forces blocking their path.

But then came the unfavorable turn of events; a surge of demon qi filled the air, creating a palpable pressure, and the chilling wind made them shiver.

“What is this…??”

Su Kexin looked up and saw a gigantic eagle soul surrounded by thick demon qi, its flapping wings stirring up gusts of wind, mixing in with the oppressive evil energy, making it quite uncomfortable.

“Cough, cough…”

As the demon qi approached, Su Kexin’s mother and grandmother, being ordinary people, started coughing, especially her grandmother, whose frail body couldn’t handle the demonic onslaught.

“Mom, Grandma… Luo Yi, take them back a bit; they can’t withstand the demon qi. I’ll hold it off.”

“Okay.”

In the face of danger, Luo Xiaoxue and Su Kexin formed a solid front, their bond as true battlefield sisters strong.

Su Kexin took a deep breath and raised the Phoenix Sword.

“Come on!”

Angry, she swung the sharp silver Phoenix Sword, and suddenly a phoenix surrounded by flames charged at the eagle soul in the sky.

The two luminous bird souls clashed like two fierce beasts in a brutal battle.

Bang!

Claws extended, they lunged at each other—when two tigers fight, one will definitely get hurt, and it was Su Kexin’s Phoenix Shadow that suffered.

It was struck down, plummeting from the sky.

Bang!

The sound echoed as the Phoenix Shadow crashed to the ground, shaking the earth, as if it might collapse.

Su Kexin gritted her teeth, feeling powerless. This Phoenix Shadow was her proud trump card, but facing the sudden attack from the Demon Eagle Spirit, she felt helpless.

What to do? With Brother not here, I have to protect Mom and Grandma, but I’m still too weak… what should I do…

I’m too weak, not worth mentioning; I can’t even protect myself, let alone others.

But I can’t run away; I swore to protect them!

Kill!

Su Kexin took another deep breath, lightly waved her right hand, and conjured a massive spirit shield, trying to block the Demon Eagle’s charge.

But her spirit shield was as fragile as paper; it shattered instantly under the impact, unable to withstand, and the Demon Eagle plowed straight through.

Boom!

The Demon Eagle crashed into the ground, causing an explosion. Su Kexin dodged quickly enough to avoid being hit dead on, but the blast still sent her flying, landing on her back and covered in dust.

“Wow, that’s strong…”

Su Kexin was shaken by the force, with wounds appearing as blood flowed.

It hurt a bit, but I have to endure; if I can’t handle this little pain, how can I be a cultivator? How can I fight alongside Brother?

Endure, keep fighting.

She wiped the blood from the corner of her mouth, gritting her teeth as she glared at the Demon Eagle Spirit.

Come on, I’m not afraid of you!

Like Brother, I’ll hold off the enemy and create a chance and time for Mom and Grandma to escape!

The Demon Eagle continued its ascent, setting its sights on Su Kexin, ready to take her down.

Its sharp beak and keen claws surged toward her, and Su Kexin was fully focused, not daring to relax even slightly.

Can’t hold it; I have to dodge.

The demon qi surged, affecting her movements, and with the Demon Eagle charging ferociously, it wasn’t going to be easy to escape.

Oh no, this is bad!

Suddenly, zooming in, a shadow whizzed past Su Kexin.

“Is that… Brother?!”

Su Kexin gasped with surprise, as in that moment of peril, Lin Nuo appeared, pulling her away in one swift motion.

“That was a close one.”

Lin Nuo breathed a sigh of relief; if Su Kexin had been hit by the Demon Eagle, she wouldn’t have made it.

What a great opportunity, delivered right to my doorstep—do I really need to provide such a service?

“Brother, are you… okay?”

Su Kexin leaned toward Lin Nuo; it felt nice to stick close to him, providing a sense of security.

“Not dead yet.”

Lin Nuo held her as they landed, momentarily evading this crisis.

“If there’s trouble, you run first. Don’t confront it; you can’t win.”

“But, Mom and Grandma, I need to cover their retreat…” Su Kexin whispered.

“Luo Yi can handle it; she doesn’t need your help.”

“But I gave my Dao Fu to you; she can’t hold on much longer!”

“…”

Even now, this girl thinks her Great威天龙 golden shield technique still relies on the Dao Fu? Can’t she just be a little more confident?

This child truly lacks self-awareness.

The Demon Eagle came charging again; Lin Nuo moved swiftly, dodging blow after blow.

But this Demon Eagle was relentless; it kept targeting him, refusing to let go.

“Alright, I’ll draw its attention; you run.”

“Oh, okay.”

Lin Nuo set Su Kexin down as he planned to provoke the Demon Eagle, to divert its focus.

But that Demon Eagle didn’t care about him; it locked onto Su Kexin as its prey and aimed to strike her down.

Lin Nuo shook his head.

Are you trying to court death? I’m trying to save you; why do you insist on provoking this Su chick?!

Truly living on the edge, huh?

At that moment, a figure clad in black dropped down, blocking Su Kexin’s path, raising a solid spirit wall. With a thunderous crash, it temporarily held off the Demon Eagle’s assault.

Su Kexin was shocked; the figure that had landed wasn’t Lin Nuo but a familiar man.

His broad shoulders, robust back, and the comforting sense of safety made her feel close and at home.

“You’re… Dad?!”

Su Kexin shouted, but the man in black didn’t turn back.

Even though he found Lin Nuo’s earlier advice reasonable, with Su Kexin behind him, he hesitated, considering whether he should respond.

“What the heck? We can play the family reunion game later!”

Lin Nuo rushed over, ready to unleash a wave of sarcasm.