Chapter 111 Meeting an Old Friend in a Foreign Land
Whether it was because they had used up all their luck by meeting Pegasus too early, or it was a common phenomenon in the Abyss Mountains, or for some other reason, there were always problems, big and small, along the way. Fortunately, they eventually arrived at their destination without any problems.
The hot spring accommodation is located halfway up the fifth mountain after entering the mountain range. This is the highest peak in the surrounding area, with a snow-capped summit and deep blue forests. Even from the platform where the accommodation is located, the peaks of several other nearby mountains can be easily seen.
Of course, as the distance increased, the distant town had long since disappeared from sight, and even the city buildings that could be vaguely seen before were now just scattered outlines on the horizon that required effort to discern.
Yong'an Island, however, remained clearly visible—not because it was particularly conspicuous, but because the triple-nested magic array that held it high in the sky emitted a bright golden and silver glow against the purplish-blue sunset.
If it weren't for the great distance, I have no doubt that nearby residents would file a joint complaint about "banning the use of high beams" when passing by Yong'an Island.
After another round of swaying and balancing, the Pegasus herd finally landed on the designated flat ground on the hillside, eagerly flapping their wings or rubbing their necks together.
I easily leaped off the celestial horse's back, then looked back to check on the group's condition once more.
Annie lay on the back of the Pegasus, looking completely exhausted, yet her arms were still tightly wrapped around it, which drew a disgruntled snort from the Pegasus leader. Aian's performance wasn't much better. Although I was sitting behind her for protection, her already pale face was now almost transparently ashen. When she finally managed to get down, she seemed unable to find her footing, swaying from side to side.
Hikari, on the other hand, was in much better condition. She jumped off the back with an unusually excited and cheerful expression. After a few seconds, she began to diligently pack up her equipment.
"I've made up my mind, I'm never doing such dangerous activities again..."
"Then you'll have to rely on your own two feet to get around when you get back."
"Ugh... Ugh!"
Anne, who had finally managed to tumble off the horse, lay flat on the ground, panting for a while. Suddenly, she rolled over and vomited to one side, creating an unpleasant odor. She had probably vomited up everything she ate that morning, and when she couldn't vomit anything more, she could only dry heave and pour out burning liquid.
I shook my head and watched as Hikari quickly ran over to carefully wipe the corners of the girl's mouth after she had just vomited. She then took out a glass of slightly cool soda and helped her drink it down. She casually used the water ball she had summoned to envelop the filth and then ignited lightning to decompose it.
This isn't a waste of magic, but if it's not cleaned up now, it will be even more annoying once it cools down and freezes.
Let's recall what just happened.
At the very beginning, everything went very well.
Although the three who were trying it for the first time generally showed some fear, they were mostly excited. Annie, the most active one, kept turning her head from side to side, trying to identify what the creatures passing by were. After getting used to the feeling of sitting on horseback, she even boldly opened her arms and closed her eyes to feel the wind blowing.
But soon, things changed.
As previously explained, there is a chaotic flow of magical energy above the Abyss Mountains. This chaos is neither fixed in one place nor static. Contrary to the assumptions of most outsiders, this chaotic flow of magical energy constantly meanders through the mountains, and its density and variations at different altitudes are difficult to predict.
Even the spirit beasts and pegasus, who live in the mountains and are familiar with this situation, were somewhat confused when faced with the magical turbulence that suddenly appeared not far in front of them and was rapidly expanding.
Being swept around and knocked off balance is secondary; the real problem is being suddenly swept away by the wind-attribute magic protecting the wings, or having one's legs tripped up.
Fortunately, the chaos didn't last long. Just as it arrived suddenly, it left with extraordinary speed. The large herds of Pegasus managed to hold their positions firmly by helping each other, and the few that had fallen behind quickly flapped their wings and rejoined the ranks with the help of their companions.
Then came the second time, when suddenly a huge roc emerged from a low-lying grove of trees. This roc, with a wingspan nearly the combined length of two celestial horses, had feathers that seemed to shimmer with gold in the sunlight. It rampaged through the celestial horse herd, seemingly searching for food. Thanks to it, all the celestial horses were forced to scramble left and right, accelerating in a spectacular aerial battle for survival.
In the end, it was still too far from the roc's nest, and it was never able to close the distance or gain an advantage, so the golden roc cried out and flew back with resentment.
As for being pelted with stones and projectiles by underground beasts, let's not even mention that.
Hikari, who was grooming her snow-white mane, offered a different opinion: "I actually find it very interesting. This is the first time I've participated in such a wonderful game. It's just a bit of a hassle for the transport horses, who had to take care of us even after being startled."
The Pegasus leader, happily munching on a carrot, raised the back of his neck high and exhaled white breath, clearly pleased with himself.
While Hikari's "game" argument needs some criticism, we should definitely thank these imaginative people.
For these spirit beasts, nothing is more important than ensuring their own safety. In that urgent situation, their attempt to fly as steadily as possible, rather than carelessly tossing us off their backs to escape pursuit or adopting dangerous flight angles, was already a remarkably friendly gesture.
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