Chapter 1040: The Adorable Little Toad

The flying boat finally came to a halt in mid-air, and they had no choice but to take a break.

This time, it was Yi Feng's turn to stand guard.

Once Lan Xing and the other two fell asleep, he quickly seized the opportunity to have a meal. Returning to the flying boat, he stood at the forefront, carrying his long-missed 40-meter-long machete.

His eyes sparkled with starlight, unblinkingly scanning the surrounding black mist.

Even though there had been no movement for a long time, Yi Feng's enthusiasm never waned. He diligently inspected the surroundings, unwilling to miss even the slightest sign of activity.

Recalling the earlier conversation among the three, Yi Feng let out a satisfied burp, his eyes filled with anticipation.

"Ugh..."

"It seems I need to move around a bit to help with digestion. It would be best if I encountered that legendary giant toad they mentioned. Dying at the hands of that toad would be ideal. If not, killing it would surely net me a huge amount of experience. Either way, it's a win-win."

"Hehe."

Thinking about powerful demons, Yi Feng's eyes gleamed with even greater anticipation.

In the black mist to the left, the toad had already grown to the size of a towering giant, continuously stuffing itself as if it had a bottomless pit for a stomach. Another pile of demon corpses was sucked into its massive mouth.

Suddenly.

The toad's eyes bulged, and it began coughing violently, as if choking!

"Cough! Cough! Cough!"

The coughing sounded like thunder, stirring up a fierce wind.

Countless demon remains were blown away, and flesh and blood scattered everywhere!

The giant toad was so choked that tears nearly streamed from its eyes, but it had no time to care. Fear spread from its eyes to its entire body, causing it to shiver in terror!

In an instant, the towering figure shrank billions of times, becoming no larger than a toe.

Even then, the toad continued to cough in panic, frantically patting its belly with its front claws, as if trying to flatten its round, bulging stomach!

"Cough! Cough!"

"I'm full, I'm full! Goodness... my life is more important, I can't eat anymore!"

After a few pats, the toad's stomach flattened, and it began hopping wildly toward the flying boat, disappearing into the black mist in a flash.

In the blink of an eye.

The toad had already climbed onto the flying boat. Seeing Yi Feng standing quietly at the forefront, seemingly undisturbed, it quietly let out a sigh of relief.

Carefully smoothing its mouth with its front claws and wiping the sweat from its face, it quietly transformed into a stream of light and slipped into a ring.

Yi Feng noticed nothing, still staring intently at the ground.

The black mist rolled, and numerous large shadows darted about.

Unfortunately, he didn't see any giant toads, just a bunch of experience fodder.

Even a mosquito's leg is still meat.

Yi Feng wasn't picky. He swung his machete, reaping experience points that surged in his mind.

After his post-meal exercise, he returned to the flying boat, ready to catch up on some sleep.

The other three slowly woke up.

Qing Yin Xianyun and her two attendants surveyed the surroundings and walked over to ask.

"How is it? Any signs of trouble?"

Yi Feng spread his hands.

Qing Yin Xianyun and the old man nodded slightly.

The young man couldn't help but pout.

"Another peaceful night? Your luck really is something..."

Yi Feng simply smiled.

Though he didn't say it out loud, he knew perfectly well in his heart.

Barring any surprises, his strength was likely a notch above the other three. Except for that so-called legendary giant toad, ordinary demons were no match for him.

At that moment, a thought suddenly crossed his mind.

Toads...

Speaking of such creatures, he had one too.

Although this toad looked small and listless, it was, after all, a product of the system.

Perhaps, like Manman, it had some special features or functions he hadn't discovered yet?

Thinking this, a glint of wisdom flashed in Yi Feng's eyes.

Sitting up, he summoned the little toad from his ring and placed it in his hand, examining it carefully with a serious expression, searching for any possible clues.

He fiddled with its four legs.

Flipped its big eyelids.

Pried open its tiny mouth...

Not missing any suspicious details!

At this moment, he was Yi Holmes himself.

His sudden seriousness caught Qing Yin Xianyun's attention.

Her clear eyes glanced over, and upon seeing the toad in Yi Feng's hand, she suddenly trembled in shock!

"A... a toad!"

Her voice quivered with panic.

Hearing this, Yi Feng looked up and saw the girl's pale face. He then remembered their earlier encounter and chuckled helplessly, trying to reassure her.

"Hey, this isn't the demon you encountered. It's my pet."

Qing Yin Xianyun was momentarily stunned.

Looking closer, the toad was only about an inch long, small and delicate, more like an ordinary little frog.

The little toad lay limply in Yi Feng's hand, its eyelids drooping, exuding an indescribable charm. In both size and appearance, it was worlds apart from the giant toad they had seen before, clearly much cuter.

After a few more glances, it even seemed a bit adorable...

Qing Yin Xianyun let out a soft sigh of relief and smiled self-deprecatingly.

This little toad was only about an inch long, small and endearing, clearly a cute little pet. How could it possibly be that terrifying giant toad?

It was truly a case of "once bitten, twice shy."

That giant toad had been so horrifying that it made her wary of even small toads.

Forcing an awkward smile, Qing Yin Xianyun stepped closer and said, "Thank you for guarding us. The flying boat is about to set off again. You should rest for a while too."

Yi Feng had been studying the toad for a long time but found nothing unusual. The little toad just lay there with its eyelids drooping, looking half-dead. No matter how he poked and prodded it, it showed no reaction, making him feel sleepy.

Putting the toad down, Yi Feng yawned.

"Ah..."

"Alright then, I'll catch up on some sleep."

With that, Yi Feng lay down on the flying boat and was soon snoring away.

Qing Yin Xianyun's eyes softened with gratitude, appreciating Yi Feng's exhaustion.

Noticing the little toad at her feet, puffing out its cheeks adorably, this usually aloof and proud young woman couldn't help but smile, feeling the urge to play with it.

But the little creature seemed aloof, ignoring whatever she offered.

In a flash, it hopped toward the edge of the flying boat.

Qing Yin Xianyun quickly stepped forward, calling out softly, "Don't run off, it's dangerous down there."

Of course, the toad couldn't understand her. It leaped off the flying boat, plummeting toward the ground from thousands of feet in the air.

This startled Qing Yin Xianyun.

Yi Feng had been diligent and devoted in protecting them throughout their journey.

If this little pet died under her watch, how could she ever face Yi Feng?

In a panic, Qing Yin Xianyun leaped off the flying boat, racing toward the ground.

When she landed, she saw the little toad still alive, hopping toward the black mist!

Qing Yin Xianyun was slightly surprised, realizing this was no ordinary pet. If she lost it, she would truly feel guilty toward Yi Feng.

She hurried after it, her anxiety growing with each step.

But just as she took a few steps.

The little toad suddenly stopped, as if sensing her movements.

Its tiny body turned slightly, and a deep, human-like voice emerged!

"Stop following me."

This toad could speak—it was no ordinary creature!