Free Web NovelChapter 798: Chapter 140: Moving Forward Alone
"Good morning!"
Chen Wen said, looking at the bird still held by the Hunting Owl.
He hadn’t seen this bird before.
The Hunting Owl also greeted Chen Wen good morning while placing the bird on the hood of the SUV.
"Can you share some of that bird with me?"
Chen Wen asked.
He was quite curious about the possible entries this bird might bring.
The Hunting Owl immediately agreed to Chen Wen’s request.
It used its beak to open up the little blue bird, ate part of it, and handed the other part to Chen Wen.
Chen Wen didn’t mind.
He skinned the small blue bird and placed it over the campfire to roast.
In no time, the aroma of cooked meat wafted through the air.
Chen Wen opened a can of heavenly corn kernels and ate the bird along with it.
The taste was, to say the least, mediocre.
However, the entry brought by this small bird was very valuable.
[Underwater Vision (Gold): Enhances your vision, allowing you to open your eyes underwater without damage, and your eyes quickly adapt to light refraction]
[Note: To catch the fish, a bird must first sharpen its sight! — Kingfisher]
The function of this entry is far more powerful than it seems.
Not to mention, being able to quickly adapt to light refraction solves many problems for Chen Wen.
For example, when spearing fish, he can directly thrust the long spear without looking for the refraction angle.
Moreover, this entry also enhances vision, allowing eyes to stay open underwater without harm.
It is a great aid for survival by the seaside.
After choosing the entry, Chen Wen finished off the remaining food.
Then he piled up the unwanted debris from the camp and the bodies of the four hunters.
He cleared the dry branches and leaves around the camp and dug a firebreak trench.
Finally, Chen Wen started a campfire.
The Hunting Owl, sensing his intent, grabbed a burning stick and tossed it onto the heap inside the firebreak trench with a swoosh.
The flames burst into life.
Seeing that the flames didn’t show any sign of spreading, Chen Wen left with the animals in the car.
All that happened here, aside from him and the animals, no one else would ever know.
The handgun was also thrown into the fire by Chen Wen.
...
Driving the SUV, he traveled several kilometers.
Chen Wen stopped the car at the edge of a forest.
Getting out, he tore a blank page from the notebook in the car, took out a black pen, and drew some symbols on it.
These symbols were secret messages from the association, roughly meaning it’s safe on his end, but considering potential future dangers, it was best to act separately.
Whether there was danger or not, Chen Wen wasn’t sure.
But he preferred to operate solo for more freedom and to avoid being discovered by others.
The main thing was that Chen Wen’s drone camera was gone, allowing him to freely display his abilities.
After writing the message, Chen Wen called the Hunting Owl.
"Do you remember the location of my companions?"
Chen Wen asked.
The Hunting Owl nodded, "Remember, just to the west of us, I can fly there in about ten minutes."
To the west?
Chen Wen thought for a moment, rolled the paper into a strip, and handed it to the Hunting Owl: "Take this to them and drop it, then fly back here without being spotted, got it?"
The Hunting Owl tilted its head, thought for a while, then nodded, "I think I got it. After dropping it, I’ll fly high to avoid being seen, then come back to you, okay?"
"Perfect!"
Chen Wen smiled and patted the Hunting Owl on the head.
...
Meanwhile, on Hua Yun’s side.
They had also decided on their next plan of action, which was to keep moving and wait for Chen Wen to catch up.
But instead of Chen Wen, the Hunting Owl found them once again.
Seeing the Hunting Owl, a flash of surprise appeared on Hua Yun’s face.
She hurriedly waved her hand to make sure the Hunting Owl saw her.
After spending so much time together, she and the Hunting Owl were quite familiar.
But as soon as the Hunting Owl approached, it decisively dropped the paper it was holding and soared into the sky.
Leaving Hua Yun below completely bewildered.
However, she noticed the paper dropped by the Hunting Owl.
After opening the paper, Hua Yun carefully read the information on it.
Once she confirmed it was Chen Wen’s handwritten message, she sighed in relief.
It seemed Chen Wen got away from the gun-toting group.
Thinking this, Hua Yun informed the others of the news.
Upon hearing this, their faces relaxed with relief.
It’s good that he’s okay!
But when they asked Hua Yun about Chen Wen’s current whereabouts, she shook her head, "He didn’t say, but he’s worried there might still be danger, so he’s decided to act alone."
Hearing this, they all looked surprised.
Act alone?
After thinking for a while, Hua Yun said, "Since Chen Wen has made his decision, let’s follow his lead. No need to go looking for him."
Denis nodded from the side, "Seeing the Hunting Owl drop the note and fly off, Chen Wen probably doesn’t want us using the owl to track him down, so let’s heed his wishes!"
After some discussion, they stopped thinking too much about it.
And continued to move forward.
However, a slight worry passed across Fred’s face, "But Chen Wen didn’t take much food when he left. Can he make it?"
They looked at each other, unable to offer a definitive answer.
But they could imagine Chen Wen was probably living a rather tough life now!
Sigh!
...
Back to Chen Wen’s side.
He claimed that others couldn’t possibly imagine his life!
While waiting for the Hunting Owl to return, he calmly opened a can of fish.
The salty aroma of the fish made Chen Wen’s expression look quite content.
"Didn’t eat much in the morning, so let’s have some more!"
Chen Wen said as he lit a campfire and placed the can over it to heat.
The heated fish made Chen Wen blissfully close his eyes.
This stuff sure hits the spot!
Especially the taste of seasoning and salt, making Chen Wen take several big bites.
Soon enough, he finished the entire can.
And the Hunting Owl returned just in time.
Gathering the Hunting Owl, Chen Wen, and the three animals, they comfortably drove north.
...
After about an hour of driving.
Chen Wen came out of the plains.
A small stream appeared in front of him.
The stream wasn’t wide, but it wound its way north.
Chen Wen examined the stream’s flow and direction and soon, a trace of surprise appeared on his face.
"The flow of this stream is substantial! And its route continues north, which means it likely feeds into a larger river, and following the river downstream could definitely lead to rescue!"
Chen Wen declared with certainty.
After all, in Australia, people also live by the water.
With enough water resources, people’s daily needs can be met, allowing communities to settle there.
Sensing Chen Wen’s delight, the three animals became excited too.
If Chen Wen could find rescue, the promises he made to them would all come to fruition!
However, as Chen Wen got back in the car and started driving along the stream.
His brows slightly furrowed.
Because as he drove, an incessant clattering noise like parts colliding came from the front of the car.
"What’s making that noise?"
Chen Wen frowned and stepped on the brake.
