The radiant seven-colored trail was not stationary but constantly changed along Spark’s flight path: when it turned sharply, it resembled a swirling nebula; as it ascended, it felt like a waterfall hanging from the sky.
The sound of wind filled Chen Yuan’s ears, yet it wasn’t a bone-chilling cold current—the heat waves radiating from Spark’s body made the air warm, and even at high altitudes, he didn’t feel the slightest bit cold.
However, battered by fierce winds that made it almost impossible to open his eyes, Chen Yuan thought to himself, "Next time, I must wear goggles!"
Initially, he worried that while flying up in midair, the strong airflow would sweep him away. But it seemed Spark’s body shielded him from most of the airflow, and its broad back allowed him to lie down comfortably without fear of being blown away by the gale.
Yet the slight gusts that sneaked in made him unable to open his eyes.
However, Chen Yuan was very curious about the scenery below, so he forced his eyes open against the howling wind to glance downward.
Flame Mountain towered majestically, the blazing fires at its peak linked continuously, only by looking down from above could the breathtaking scene be fully appreciated, stirring emotions.
Around Flame Mountain, desolate lands lay silent under the dark night sky, thick clouds obscured the view, yet within them, Chen Yuan caught a glimpse of the world’s grandeur.
This experience was completely different from flying in an airplane.
His entire body fully exposed to the air, without any protection or shield, the visible scenery was even more shocking.
"Cola, sorry, I got to experience flying first."
"You should figure out how to fly on your own and personally experience this feeling."
Chen Yuan couldn’t see Cola’s figure anymore, but through Spiritual Power, he could sense Cola was not far from him.
As thoughts passed through his mind, Chen Yuan lightly touched Spark’s nape and said, "Alright, let’s go back."
A taste of flying was enough for now, there would be plenty of chances in the future, first return and reunite with everyone, and leave Flame Mountain together.
"Cheep~"
Spark chirped lightly, then swiftly turned its body around, carrying Chen Yuan back to where everyone was gathered.
Once Spark landed steadily on the ground, Chen Yuan jumped down, and Liu Jingyi quickly ran over, eyes filled with envy, "Brother Chen Yuan, was it fun?"
"It was quite interesting, very different from flying on an airplane," Chen Yuan replied with a smile.
Liu Jingyi raised her hand high, "I want to try it too!"
Liu Jinglan coughed softly, "What are you trying, huh? This obviously looks dangerous, you better not."
After saying this, Liu Jinglan changed his tone, grinning at Chen Yuan, "Advisor Chen, I’m not afraid of danger, let me try first."
Liu Jingyi shouted angrily, "Brother!"
After calming down the two noisy ones, Chen Yuan turned to everyone, "The competition should be over, right?"
Jiang Hu stepped forward and replied, "Advisor Chen, the competition is over, you came in first."
This result wasn’t surprising to Chen Yuan, he nodded, "Then let’s go back first."
Everyone agreed in unison, unknowingly they had already considered Chen Yuan as the cornerstone, following his lead.
"Woof Woof~"
Suddenly, Cola’s voice came from beside him, Chen Yuan turned around, seeing Cola’s figure rush towards him, knocking him to the ground, its warm tongue licked Chen Yuan’s cheek.
Chen Yuan reached out and patted Cola’s head, speaking gently, "Don’t worry, we won’t leave you behind."
"Woof Woof!"
Cola wagged its tail, emerging from its prior grief, secretly making a decision: Once I learn to fly, I’ll take my master and pretend to leave, making the leader chase us!
The night was deep, stars filled the sky.
A group of people left Flame Mountain, heading toward the Beastmaster Office.
Along the way, there was no trace of the Wandering Fire Ash Spirit, instead, they saw the silhouettes of wild Pet Beasts.
In the sky, two familiar figures appeared, Fiery Flame Eagle and Flaming Sun Carving had unknowingly followed them, in their clear cries were hints of longing.
Liu Jingyi looked back at the Fiery Flame Eagle on her shoulder, smiling gently, "Little Eagle, go find your mama and papa."