Comet Dragon, breaking into the gravity field

Run up and sprint, then jump with arms outstretched.

When Nagasaki Suyo tried hard to suppress the panic in her heart and slowly opened her eyes in the chaotic air flow, she found that she had successfully floated in mid-air.

Seeing the success of these two people, the remaining three people also began to learn from them. In the end, they all took off and followed Ritsu Narose to the deck of the airship.

"It's Boss Meow!"

As soon as he saw Ritsu Narushe, the cat working on the deck waved to him excitedly.

"You're worthy of being the boss, meow! We were just about to land when he came up with his own men, meow!"

In an instant, Ritsu Narose was surrounded by three sharp gazes.

Not daring to look back, he had to continue talking to the Felyne on the deck, asking when they would set off for the Dragon Crystal Land.

"Anytime, meow!"

Because this airship was rented in full by Ritsu Naruse from the Fourth Corps, which was responsible for transporting supplies, there were no other passengers on board except the Felyne, who was responsible for maintaining the operation of the airship.

What's more, in a place like the Dragon Crystal Land, apart from powerful hunters, only daring investigators would dare to go deep into it alone, or the investigation team would organize people to conduct exploration in a small team mode.

After watching the Felyne wearing the Brute Jaw equipment run towards the cabin, Ritsu Narushe also asked the girls on the deck to find another place to rest.

While observing the environment on the airship, Nagasaki Suyo asked, "Aren't Ms. Mello and the others going with us?"

"Mello? She doesn't like the feeling of riding an airship, and they'll have to take my cart back. Vera doesn't like the environment over there, so she won't go."

After explaining the whereabouts of Mello and Vera, Ritsu Narose saw Kaname Rakuna staring at him with curiosity.

"kaka?"

Tilting her head, Kaname Rakuna calmly said the words that were sealed deep in Naruse Ritsu's memory.

The thrilling ascension journey ended safely. Chihaya Aine, whose mood gradually calmed down, keenly noticed some strangeness on Naruse Ritsu's face.

With the intention of playing a prank, she pretended to be nonchalant and said, "Speaking of which, why did Vera-chan call you 'kaka'?"

"...That was a mistake I made when I was young."

The corners of his mouth twitched, and Naruse Ritsu immediately saw what Chihaya Aine was up to. However, after thinking it over, he decided to speak out about this dark history that he had long since let go.

In the past, when dealing with the tower incident, Ritsu Narushe discovered a blue headgear that looked like a bird among the items taken out of the tower.

He originally thought it was something similar to the mosquito larvae heads popular among hunters, but as soon as he put it on, he had a desire to speak that kept appearing in his mind.

It was also when he first met Vera that Ritsu Narose started to add "kaka~" at the end of every sentence he said, a strange habit that sounded strange.

What’s even worse is that he himself is completely unable to detect this extremely demonic cry.

In addition, the young Kirin had no idea about the changes that had taken place in Ritsu Narose, and the child, who was used to imitating others, naturally learned to make strange noises like him.

Then, when Melo found out about it, he was ridiculed for a whole month.

As for the subsequent impact of this incident, "kaka" became Vera's exclusive name for him.

"Hey~ isn't this cute?"

Patting his shoulder, Chihaya Aine kept praising him, but the smile in her words could not be concealed.

"Could it be that Aine wants to expose each other's dark history?"

"I'm sorry, I was wrong..."

After dealing with a pink-haired creature that overestimated its own capabilities, Ritsu Narose and everyone else walked into the airship.

Compared to the airships in another world that are gradually withdrawing from the air stage, the airships in this world still occupy a very important position.

Although it looks like a wooden boat with large air bags and additional sails for steering added, this flying tool made of wood is surprisingly strong and durable.

Especially the dragon-slaying spear installed on the bow, which can bring an unexpected surprise to some guys flying around.

In addition to separate guest rooms for passengers to rest, there is also a spacious hall in the center of the cabin.

Seeing that Kaname Rana seemed curious about the Felyne running around over there, Ritsu Naruse sat down in the hall with everyone to rest, and at the same time played the role of tour guide again.

[Elu Cat], a kind of beastman that appears in various places in the original continent.

Although they have their own customs and habits, they are also keen to communicate with other races and are particularly good at learning languages.

Therefore, Felynx can be said to be the race that communicates most closely with humans.

Due to their physical strength, the Werebeasts are capable of performing many tasks in human society. Among these, those with outstanding overall abilities are selected by the Guild as [Follower], allowing them to participate in hunting missions alongside Hunters.

"Cat, that's awesome."

Upon hearing that the cats in this world were so powerful, Yao Lenai was immediately filled with awe and looked proud.

70. The Line Between Ice and Fire

The fourth group, with a gear as its flag icon, is responsible for the logistics support and material circulation of the entire New World Investigation Team. Its members include merchants, hunters, investigators, and dreamers who want to show their talents in the New World.

Since the investigation of Gulongdu has taken a break for the first time in decades, the fourth group responsible for logistics has the spare capacity to focus on things other than investigation and hunting.

After all, work is work and life is life, and people have to make a living.

Not all members will stay in the New World for the rest of their lives like the Commander-in-Chief, and many of them have to make plans for their lives after returning home.

Boat rental is one of the new businesses developed by the fourth group.

The Cattail Grass that Ritsu Narose and the others were riding on was the airship rented from the Fourth Group.

Since they hadn't finished breakfast yet, everyone was enjoying the dumplings freshly made by Felyne, a dish they had learned in Flame Village, in the hall.

While handing tea to Kaname Rakuna, who was chewing a matcha dango while "Ham Hamm," Nagasaki Suyo asked Naruse Ritsu, "Such a large airship must be expensive to rent, right?"

"Compared to the usual boats, the rent is definitely higher - but my salary is still enough."

As soon as he finished speaking, Ritsu Narose noticed that the looks around him suddenly became a little strange.

"What are you looking at? I used to get paid when I worked at the Dragon Calendar Institute and when I was a hunter in the New World! And I have plenty of savings!"

After carefully reviewing her memory of Naruse Ritsu, Chihaya Aine explained earnestly, "I can't imagine what Naruse-kun looks like at work..."

Shiina Riki on the side also had the same reaction: "Didn't you say you were just slacking off?"

"It's precisely because the salary is high that I can slack off."

Seeing that everyone in front of him seemed completely unable to understand this sentence, Ritsu Narose sighed softly.

Looking at these eyes that have not yet been baptized by work, it is better not to tarnish their beautiful fantasies.

Picking up a string of three-colored dumplings, Ritsu Naruse and Rina Kaname became members of "Ham Hamm".

But this leisure time did not last long.

After the airship crossed the Grand Canyon in the north of the Coral Plateau, everyone outside the cabin saw a huge crystal structure like a palace of God under the towering dark clouds.

The crimson magma, the silver-white dragon crystals, and the black basalt zone formed after the magma cooled - the land of dragon crystals is composed of these three colors.

Being high in the sky, everyone could easily see the towering basalts and the erupting lava.

Unlike the Coral Plateau, which was filled with gentle beauty, this area was almost invisible to any living creatures on the ground.

If I were to use one word to describe it, "cruel" would definitely be at the top of the list.

In such a wild world, only the giant dragon crystal in the distance, like a blooming flower, occasionally emits brilliance under the overcast sky.

"This is the 'Land of Dragon Crystals'."

After enthusiastically introducing the place where he had lived for a long time to everyone, Ritsu Narose found that there was no movement around him.

Turning around, he saw a group of people lying on the guardrail, all holding cold drinks that had just been delivered from the kitchen, and talking about them.

"Is it that hot?"

"That's what my mom said when I wanted to turn on the air conditioner in the summer..." Hearing his words that didn't sound false, Chihaya Aine mumbled while holding a reed straw in her mouth.

"Come to think of it, Naruse-kun isn't sweating at all."

"Because I'm Gu Long, and I'm not afraid of heat."

"Uh...this ability is too much."

After observing everyone's actions, Ritsu Narushe warned, "Don't drink too much cold drinks at once, or you might get a stomachache."

"It's so cold."

As if responding to what Ritsu Narose said, Kaname Rakuna, who was holding the glass, huddled up and moved closer to Ritsu Narose as if to keep warm.

Looking at the drink in her hand that looked like AD calcium milk, Chihaya Aine rubbed her arms and felt that her body temperature seemed to be dropping much faster.

However, when the airship landed near the camp on the east side of the Dragon Crystal Land, the coldness that was increasingly spreading throughout the body gradually faded away, counteracting the heat wave brought by the volcano not far away.

"Because the Dragon Crystal Land is often haunted by ancient dragons, the airship will leave first and return here at the agreed time in a few days."

Stepping onto this familiar ground, Ritsu Narose and the girls watched the huge ship gradually rise and then merge into the gloomy sky.

With the equipment, everyone's operational efficiency has been significantly improved.

For example, when jumping down from a high place, you can glide by using the effect of the gliding suit, without having to be carried one by one by Ritsu Narose as before.

As the saying goes, “the first time is strange, the second time is familiar”, everyone’s courage gradually increased and they were now having a lot of fun.

Just as they were approaching the volcano, something strange suddenly appeared.

"The effect of cold drinks is so obvious..."

Even as they got closer to the volcano, Chihaya Aine felt the temperature around her drop slightly. She was already regretting drinking so much in one sitting.

"The temperature...dropped."

However, not only her, but also Takamatsu Deng beside her noticed this abnormality.

"This isn't the effect of a cold drink..."

As he spoke, Ritsu Narose, who had a premonition in his heart, turned his head to look at the passage leading to the dragon crystal area on the other side.

Following his gaze, everyone present also saw the ancient dragon, whose appearance was as pure and beautiful as an ice and snow sculpture, slowly walking out of the passage.

Its slender, snow-white body was covered in a carapace of varying shades of blue. Its feathered wings were quietly folded behind its back, drawing the eye to the spikes that stood atop its head like a crown.

Luxurious and elegant - this is the first impression she gives to the girls.

"Hey, are you out for a walk?"

As soon as these words were spoken, not only were the people behind him shocked by Mingse Ritsu's extremely casual attitude, but even Gu Long, who had not made any moves since his appearance and just silently observed everyone, shook his head as if sighing.

Then, one after another, icicles rose from the ground. Like a dressing screen, the pure white icicles completely obscured the Ice Curse Dragon's figure.

After a few breaths, these icicles that wrapped the space tightly collapsed at the same time.

Amidst the shattered ice crystals and mist, a girl wearing a crown and a blue and white dress, with her waist-length hair tied into a ponytail, slowly walked out.

"Zulong sent me to lead the way for you."

After succinctly stating her intention, she glanced at everyone present. Only after catching sight of the familiar figure did her expression, which was identical to ice and snow, undergo a subtle change.

"haven't seen you for a long time."

With her slender arms wrapped in ice-blue long gloves crossed in front of her, the girl, who had the temperament of an ice princess, nodded to Ritsu Naruse, then walked to the front of the team and led this group of outsiders with him to the depths of the Dragon Crystal Land.

71. My name is Lava Dragon

Under the guidance of this ancient ice dragon, the originally scorching volcanic environment suddenly became cooler, and the slowly flowing, bright red magma no longer looked so repulsive.

But the lava dragon swimming freely in the magma doesn't think so.

As soon as it poked its head out of the magma, it was almost frozen to death by the low temperature outside.

Due to its long-term existence in a high-pressure environment, it is not very smart for an ichthyosaur. If its brain is described as bread, it is probably like a piece of flattened, low-quality black bread - and the kind mixed with sawdust and small gravel.

However, no matter how stupid a creature is, its instinct will remind it of the existence of threats around it.

When it mobilized all its life's wisdom and discovered the source of the cold air in the vast lava, it suddenly leaped out of the magma, intending to destroy the extremely hateful culprit who was destroying the environment on the spot.

By exerting force with its feet and tail, it took off from the magma. The orange-red magma flowing on its body also jumped high with it, drawing a bright trail in the air.

Throughout its short lifespan, it had used this sudden attack method to defeat its arch-enemy, the Hammer Dragon, several times. If judged by the New World hunters' strength standards, it would surely be a rare battle-hardened individual.

However, even as a battle-hardened individual, the lava dragon is not able to fight against the ancient dragon.

Before the heavy body covered with lava armor fell from the sky, the grilled fish was turned into frozen fish.

Seeing this huge piece of ice fall to the ground, Mingse Ritsu walked forward and knocked on it, and realized that the lava dragon frozen inside was only stunned by the sudden burst of low temperature and was not completely dead.