Just as Lin Han was about to recite the incantation, the Sand Scorpion shot out like an arrow released from a bow. Its speed was comparable to that of a rocket launch, and its four scorpion legs created afterimages in their wake.
Wow, is this thing really that fast?
Lin Han was taken aback, not expecting the Sand Scorpion to move so quickly. Suddenly, he realized something and cursed inwardly.
System, you tricked me! I didn't even need to say the incantation, did I?
[This system never stated that an incantation was necessary.]
Lin Han nearly choked with frustration; this system was becoming increasingly devious. However, he dared not voice his complaints too loudly, as getting too worked up could lead to losing Krypton Points.
Such a difficult task only rewarded him with Ten Thousand Premium Points; last time he lost a whole lot just for venting his anger, and the cost was too great.
Chen Huan'er, quickly tell it that if it encounters a swarm of scorpions, it should remember to blend in with them.
There was no telling how many Sand Scorpions were around, but if they were of the same kind and just passing by, they shouldn't attack.
This isn't good; it's too nervous right now for me to establish effective communication.
Chen Huan'er was anxious as well, but it was clear that this Sand Scorpion was completely bewildered and couldn't stop moving.
In the next moment, the sand began to stir.
No, prepare for battle!
Lin Han felt a surge of urgency, and everyone else tensed up as well. However, it turned out they were worrying unnecessarily.
It seemed that the Sand Scorpions sensed the presence of their kind and did not attack. Instead, they all poked their heads out and curiously watched this fellow Sand Scorpion racing through the desert at Extreme Speed.
Sand Scorpion: What's up with this brother? Why is he running so fast?
Sha Xie Yi: Who knows? With those injuries, he might have lost during mating season.
Sha Xie C: Turns out he's just another pitiful scorpion. My little flower hasn't agreed to be with me yet; I'm really afraid of ending up like him.
The members of the Shen Long Squad had no idea that they had become the unwitting targets of the Sand Scorpion.
Across the vast desert, a damaged Sand Scorpion was sprinting at Extreme Speed, with ten figures riding on its back. At that moment, they were comfortably replenishing their supplies, while behind them, the dust kicked up by the Sand Scorpion's speed soared over ten meters high.
After several encounters, Lin Han discovered that the ferocious beasts in Compulsory Prison generally did not attack each other. Even other species would refrain from attacking upon seeing a Sand Scorpion. The only exception was the Wanduhong they had encountered previously.
As the sun dipped below the horizon and the temperature gradually dropped, the Sand Scorpion's speed showed no signs of slowing down. Even if it wanted to decelerate, it was impossible; under the influence of Speedy Slippers, it could not control its own body.
"Captain, our exploration level has reached its limit. It's getting dark; shouldn't we stop and take a break?"
"Stop? I can't do that either," Lin Han replied awkwardly. The only way to slow down was to take off the Speedy Slippers, but that was out of the question. With those legs moving at such a pace, even if he tried to take them off himself, it would be impossible.
Moreover, controlling other Sand Scorpions besides this one was not so easy. If these creatures were social and possessed immense strength, even the bloodline suppression of the Ancient Golden Dragon would make it difficult to capture one without inflicting injuries.
"Then let's take turns keeping watch at night," Qin Luoxi suggested, fully aware of the value of this free labor. "We'll pair up; be ready to fight at any moment!"
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