Greedy Monkey.
Capture Level: 25
A plump, gregarious creature.
They possess an insatiable craving for food!
Sensitive noses allow them to detect the scent of food from great distances. Their diet is incredibly varied, and they are never picky eaters, leaving behind devastation wherever they go, like a swarm of locusts!
"A level 25 gregarious creature? The Road of Hunger is truly extraordinary!"
Level 25, in a normal human settlement, could cause catastrophic destruction.
But here, on the Road of Hunger, they appear in swarms!
"They must have been attracted by the aroma. It seems they enjoy human food too!"
"I was just worried about not having enough to eat, and the dishes are coming to me!"
The Rasengan and Chidori Nagashi intertwined in brilliance!
Explosions erupted one after another!
The Vortex Sponge, due to its high gas compression, would create violent explosions upon impact with a target!
Chidori, on the other hand, prioritized piercing damage, making it more suitable for single targets.
"Chidori!"
With a hand blade strike, the greedy monkey's body felt like sticky dough.
Although it could pierce through, it wasn't as effortless as imagined...
The impaled greedy monkey didn't immediately lose its combat ability. Instead, it clung tightly to Uchiha Xing, tearing at him with its teeth relentlessly!
"Damn it, such strong vitality!"
"Chidori Nagashi."
Lightning surged from his entire body, shredding the greedy monkey into pieces that rained down!
Looking at the deep, bone-revealing wounds on his arm, Uchiha Xing instinctively felt something was wrong.
"Be careful, these monkeys are strong, strangely strong!"
On the other side.
The dozen or so monkeys blown away by the Rasengan slowly stood up.
It was as if they hadn't sustained any damage at all...
"It seems I need to put in more effort!"
...
While the starfish and sponge were engaged in combat, a repulsive creature burrowed out of the ground.
Plague Mole.
Capture Level: 7
They can move at considerable speed underground and carry infectious pathogens. Any food contaminated by them loses its edibility.
One, two, three...
Swarms of Plague Moles, drawn by the scent of blood, erupted from the soil, stealing the chunks of meat that the starfish had shattered.
Or perhaps it was the overwhelming stench of the mole gathering that drew five owl-like creatures from the sky.
Rocket Owl.
Capture Level: 13
They possess incredibly strong skulls and beaks, capable of using dive acceleration to pierce downwards with immense force, penetrating 20-30 meters into the ground with a single strike!
To the Rocket Owls, the toxicity of the Plague Moles was like a joke.
Their ability to burrow deep underground was also perfectly countered by predators.
However!
The feast had just begun...
...
As more and more bizarre creatures appeared, the area where the two were located transformed into a slaughterhouse!
Moreover, the capture levels of the beasts grew increasingly outrageous, to the point where the two were overwhelmed.
"It's endless! It's become a chaotic mess!"
"I can't do it anymore, my stamina is depleting too fast. Even if I exhaust all my strength, I can't kill them all!"
"Besides, even if we kill them all, who's to say more beasts won't come?"
Sponge yelled while fighting, "Then what do we do! All our provisions are here!"
"If you stay, you'll become waste along with the provisions!"
Sponge looked at the cooking pot with reluctance, gritting his teeth, "Let's go! We'll break through!"
As he said this, Sponge's heart ached!
Not only had he lost forty percent of his stamina, but he had also lost a considerable amount of seasoning here. Without these seasonings, his future nutrient absorption would be significantly reduced!
The human body stores energy in various forms, and consumption follows an order.
Dietary nutrients are broadly categorized into seven types: carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, water, and fiber.
Among these, carbohydrates, proteins, and fats are the primary sources of energy and the building blocks of the body.
Carbohydrates, also known as starches or carbs, are mainly for energy supply. If consumed in excess, they can be converted into stored fat.
Proteins can be converted into fats and carbs, but not vice versa. They are also a primary component of the body, making them indispensable during growth.
They contain the same energy as carbs, but protein is harder to digest and absorb, and its burning efficiency is low, making it a poor energy source.
Fats possess immense energy, 2.5 times that of carbs and proteins. They are divided into subcutaneous fat and visceral fat.
Visceral fat protects organs, acts as shock absorption, and provides cushioning.
Subcutaneous fat is the energy reserve, specifically for consumption, and provides insulation against the cold.
Seals and sea lions survive in the Arctic due to their terrifyingly thick subcutaneous fat layers, up to 400 millimeters.
Bears also store fat before hibernation to survive barren periods.
...
The two fled desperately.
After half an hour of frantic running, they finally stopped in a cave.
"Xing, how are you holding up..."
"My stamina is severely depleted. I estimate about forty percent of my liver glycogen remains. If I fight any longer, I'll have to start using my subcutaneous fat."
Starfish sighed mournfully, "I'm in a similar state. What a shame about my seasonings."
"It's alright, I still have the Salt Essence gifted by Zhang Wei. Now is the time to use it!"
Salt Essence is precious and expensive.
However, for Starfish and Sponge, money held little significance.
If they truly wanted to earn money, with their skills as Seven-Star Chefs, they could easily earn over 15 million Berries a month at any high-end restaurant.
"The animals here are so crazy!"
"Crazy enough to risk their lives for food."
"In the future, we'll need to process food in enclosed spaces to prevent the scent from escaping..."
"Also, hunting should primarily involve blunt force, to avoid creating the smell of blood."
The two debriefed, analyzing the local situation and their own performance.
They did this after every battle.
By identifying mistakes, they could correct them and avoid repeating them in the future.
Experience!
Was being accumulated!
Hiss hiss hiss~~
Hiss hiss hiss~~
A strange sound echoed from the depths of the cave, making their hair stand on end!
"Damn it, caves are indeed inhabited by beasts!"
"It's probably snakes or lizards. Be careful of poison!"
An electric arc shot out, illuminating the cave.
Countless colorful snakes, as thick as forearms, crawled up the cave walls.
These snakes seemed to have suction cups, allowing them to cling to the cave ceiling!
"What do we do?"
"Leave!"
Just then, countless spiderwebs sealed the cave entrance...
...
Not far away.
A group of distinguished-looking young men observed the cave entrance. Their clothes were neat, and they carried themselves with an air of composure, as if they were out for a leisurely stroll.
One of them said with a playful tone, "Look over there, another group of newcomers venturing into the Road of Hunger. I wonder how long they'll last."
"Tsk tsk tsk~ They've already fallen into a trap set by Sulfuric Acid Snakes and Glazed Wolf Spiders. They're likely doomed."
One of them remarked, "Ah Zui, seeing them reminds me of ourselves seven years ago... Heh heh heh, time truly flies."
"Indeed. And now Ah Zui is the leader of the Black List."
Ah Zui, dressed in a black short shirt and jeans, said nonchalantly, "What's the use of that? It's too troublesome! If it weren't for our past relationship, I wouldn't even bother helping them."
"Hey, you're supposed to be the nominal leader, you should at least manage them a bit."
"Annoying~"
Before leaving, Ah Zui glanced at the wolf spider trap and casually waved his hand, sending a black energy sphere arcing towards it.
A companion laughed, "I didn't expect the great villain to have such a gentle side."
"Hmph~ My hand just slipped."
This was all he could do to help.
Whether they survived now depended on themselves.