Chapter 33: Eagles and Squirrels

In the morning, the rain stopped temporarily.

At this moment, a squirrel’s small head slowly peeked out from a tree hole belonging to one of the smaller oak trees.

It looked at the change in weather with its lively eyes and darted out of the cave without hesitation.

The instant the squirrel exited the tree hole, 12 other squirrels immediately followed it out.

These squirrels had soft green fur, and their steps were light and nimble.

The moment they appeared, they began to hop from branch to branch of the oak trees purposefully, quickly arriving at Ji Yu’s huge oak tree.

Following the wrinkled bark of the 320-meter tall oak tree, these squirrels effortlessly climbed to the oak tree’s crown in just a few short minutes.

Standing on the peak of the tree, the thirteen squirrels went to the side of a jewel flower.

At this moment, there was some dew collected at the center of these jewel flowers.

The dew which came in contact with the stamen of the jewel flower was emitting an extremely alluring aura.

The thirteen squirrels did not hesitate at all. When they reached the flower, they began to sip at the sweetness in the middle of the flower.

After finishing one, they immediately ran to the second flower.

And drank till they were full.

At this moment, a large group of birds flew over like a dark cloud looming in the sky.

The moment these birds arrived, they immediately copied the squirrels and started to sip on the dew from the stamen.

During this time, most birds ignored the thirteen squirrels.

However, the four eagles which were looking at their subjects eat their breakfasts did not ignore the thirteen squirrels.

The moment they saw the squirrels, the four eagles soared into the air, near to where the thirteen squirrels were and screeched loudly.

It was like an assert of dominance as well as a warning.

However, the thirteen squirrels were not afraid at all. They even stood up and let out provocative sounds at the four eagles.

These squirrels appeared fearless, but there were traces of slyness behind their eyes.

As expected, the squirrels’ actions angered the four eagles.

In an instant, one of the eagles let out a sharp cry and swooped down.

However, it was also at this moment that the thirteen squirrels, following the lead squirrel’s cry, quickly and methodically lifted the leaves, before they easily dived between the thick and wide foliage leaves of the oak tree.

The oak tree manifestation’s leaves were excessively dense. Due to their body structure, the four eagles could not possibly enter.

Therefore, after the squirrels hid in the foliage, the four eagles could only stand on the leaves and screech angrily downwards.

Beneath the leaves, the provocative cries of the thirteen squirrels could be heard.

This strange scene on the tree crown entertained and amused Ji Yu.

Meanwhile, many birds in the surroundings which were sipping on the dew from the stamen of the flowers seemed used to the sight, completely ignoring the four eagles and the calls of the squirrels, as they continued to sip on the dew while enjoying the floral fragrance.

These days, these birds were already used to the squabbles between these squirrels and eagles.

In the beginning, many birds would force their way into the leaves under the eagles’ command to teach those arrogant squirrels a lesson, but it always ended terribly.

The thick and dense leaves completely restricted the movements of these birds. Even if they managed to squeeze in, they would lose their agileness.

During this period, these birds suffered great humiliation.

For example, having their feathers plucked by the squirrels, or becoming dizzy from the squirrels’ smelly farts.

In short, after a few exchanges, the birds had completely given up on paying attention to the thirteen cunning squirrels.

However, even if these birds gave up, as their kings, the four eagles refused to give up.

Because they felt that their position had been challenged, especially in front of so many ‘subjects’.

Therefore, no matter what, the four eagles did not want to lose to these squirrels in terms of tenacity.

With that, the long grudges and hatred between the two parties began.

The squabble between the squirrels and the eagles continued.

There were even some bold squirrels that peeked their heads out from the gaps of the leaves to catch the eagles’ attention. When the eagle attacked, they quickly hid back under the leaves.

This scene was like a game of whack-a-mole, making Ji Yu and Adam laugh.

“These little guys are really interesting. I still find it entertaining despite watching them everyday.”

“Indeed,” Adam replied. “However, these squirrels are getting bolder and bolder. They might lose some of their companions soon.”

“Mm, they are indeed a little too bold.”

Ji Yu looked at the eagle’s sharp claws and the increasingly human-like intelligent eyes as he agreed with Adam.

Although the squirrels looked like they had the upper hand, they were in fact dancing on the edge of a knife.

Once the eagles became smart enough to know how to plan, these little guys would fall for it due to their long inflated ego.

Even if the eagles cannot capture them all, as long as they grabbed one, a light graze with their claws could easily take these little fellows’ lives.

The odds would flip around then.

Ji Yu didn’t want that to happen, but he didn’t want to take sides either.

After all, these birds contributed to the rainforest. Although the squirrels were cute, they did not hold any value for the rainforest around the oak tree.

Which was why Ji Yu did not say anything for the time being.

But even when Ji Yu said nothing, Adam had his own thoughts.

He needed to protect them since father liked them.

Adam wouldn’t say it out loud because that was his personality.

Looking at the sight of the squirrels and eagles squabbling at each other, Ji Yu slowly withdrew his amusement.

He said to Adam,

“Four days later, I might not be coming here for some time due to some matters. During this period, Adam, you have to be more careful. The human world now will be quite a challenge for you.”

“Of course, although I won’t be coming back any time soon, you can still inform me if you encounter anything that you can’t resolve or if anything important happens.”

“This is my trial for you, but it is also a crucial step for you to take for your growth.”

“Although I created you and gave you some knowledge, this knowledge will only truly become your own experience when you experience it yourself. That’s why I hope you can take this step forward.”

“Also, you don’t have to worry too much, because I will always watch over you.”

Adam was not mentally prepared for Ji Yu’s sudden speech.

After hearing Ji Yu say that he would not be coming for the time being, Adam was terrified. He even wondered if he had done something wrong to cause his father dissatisfaction.

However, as Ji Yu spoke, Adam’s terrified heart slowly calmed down.

Adam was silent for a long time, and his emotions were in a mess.

But in the end, he still spoke with a heavy heart.

“I understand, Father. I will not disappoint you.”

“Mm, that’s good. Don’t stress yourself out too much.”

“Mm, Adam understands.”