Saving System: Calm Down, My Fleeing Host!

Chapter 311 - 303: Underground City Construction 13

Turning around, she saw her teammates looking serious and tense, as if they were facing a formidable enemy.

Cheng Xiaoxiao looked up and saw two figures gracefully land, their demeanor elegant and extraordinary, making them seem quite formidable. No wonder her team was tense.

Before anyone could speak up, they all raised their weapons, forming a defensive circle.

Cheng Xiaoxiao quickly stood up and called out to stop them, "Put away your weapons, they’re with us, they’re with us, what are you all panicking about? These two knights are my lifesavers."

Hearing the captain say this, the group retracted their weapons. Their vigilance lessened, replaced by curiosity as they looked at this clearly extraordinary cold-faced gentleman.

With an exceptional demeanor, aloof and proud, he had a formidable aura that instilled fear in others.

Cheng Xiaoxiao brushed past the crowd blocking her way, striding up to the stern man in black brocade, and asked with concern, "So, that Sikong freak got chased away? Are you hurt?"

Beside him, Han Yi stepped forward half a step and bowed respectfully, "Greetings, Miss Cheng."

Han Yi secretly thought to himself, so that incredibly skilled and flamboyant man is surnamed Sikong?

It’s just that he looks a bit feminine, why is Miss Cheng calling him a freak? Is it because he’s too beautiful? I’ll have to look into his background properly later.

Cheng Xiaoxiao was puzzled, looking at the resolute man with prominent features and deep eyes, exuding a dignified stature and a chilling, murderous aura.

Thinking he must be one of Yanlan’s top subordinates, as she was pondering this, the man introduced himself, "I am Han Yi, I’ve heard much about you, Miss. Meeting you in person exceeds the reputation."

This meeting left a deep impression on Han Yi from the start.

The master led him on a long journey to save her in the nick of time, yet she ran off without a word of thanks.

Though he rationalized that her presence might have hindered them, her action of leaving without a word still made Han Yi feel a bit embarrassed.

Other women in such situations would probably put on an act to express admiration or gratitude, and might not even leave.

But this one? She was decisive and straightforward...

Miss Cheng was indeed incomparable to ordinary daughters from noble families. Looking at her, with her delicate and charming appearance yet not fully matured, the clever and sly glimmer in her eyes didn’t match with their own master at all.

And yet the master was so uniquely drawn to this little person.

Sigh!

He couldn’t tell if he was more surprised or disappointed.

Now, all sorts of emotions were swirling inside Han Yi, yet he kept a friendly smile on his face.

Cheng Xiaoxiao felt a bit guilty under his gaze, so she replied perfunctorily, "Oh, it’s Commander Han, it’s indeed an honor to meet you, surpasses the reputation."

So this was the leader that Leng Qi mentioned. I wonder how Leng Qi is doing, I’ll have to ask him later.

Then she turned to Yanlan, continuing her earlier question, "So, were you injured? I have healing medicine here."

"We’re fine!"

Cheng Xiaoxiao’s lips twitched, his habit of speaking so concisely remained as annoying as ever.

Would saying one more word really kill him?

Han Yi noticed the atmosphere turning awkward and responded to Cheng Xiaoxiao, "It’s just minor wounds, we’ve taken some elixirs."

Scanning their expressions, she realized neither had really addressed her concern, wasn’t she just trying to find out about Sikong Yinlong?

Since both of them returned safely, presumably they didn’t lose, so if they won, why would they fear her knowing?

Truly incomprehensible.

Seeing they didn’t want to say more, she didn’t insist on getting to the bottom of it. After all, they saved her in time, and as for the future, whether that person will come after them again, she could make other arrangements.

So she laughed it off, "It’s fine, it’s fine, as long as you’re okay."

Then she invited them both to Taoyuan Village as guests, and the group set off back in high spirits.

Along the way, Han Yi was very curious about the boards they were walking on.

They could slide rapidly over the snow with ease? He had to activate his inner strength constantly to keep up with their pace, truly fascinating.

This must also be Miss Cheng’s doing. Though she didn’t appear special on the surface, she was quite resourceful. Thinking over it, with someone like her accompanying his master, he wouldn’t be bored.

All the way, Cheng Sicheng stared at the tall man, his eyes filled with caution. His jealousy and resentment grew madly, as that man was indeed too good-looking. Xiaoxiao hadn’t introduced what they were, so he couldn’t very well ask.

He could only stare venomously at the back of the man’s head, as if he had taken away his beloved toy.

The quick-witted Han Yi found Cheng Beiniu and started to buddy up to him.

Talking about how his master had used to stay at their home to recuperate, expressing gratitude, saying he’d treat him to a feast if he had the chance, and generally trying to chat him up to gather information.

Cheng Beiniu wasn’t a fool and knew what to say and what not to say.

Seeing he wasn’t taking the bait, Han Yi lost interest in continuing the conversation.

Reaching Taoyuan Village, Han Yi couldn’t help but marvel at the hidden paradise within the mountains.

Logically, the snow on the mountain should be thicker than at the base, yet the village was only lightly dusted with snowflakes.

It seemed the grounds and rooftops were routinely cleared, the treehouses weren’t overly grand but were robustly built, obviously designed to withstand the elements, and the layout was quite orderly, a nice place for seclusion.

Passing by a place, Han Yi was captivated by a unique sign at the entrance, which boldly read: ’Life Supermarket’.

Seeing his curious look, Qi Fei, standing beside him, kindly explained, "Brother Han, I am the captain’s assistant Qi Fei, and this is a supermarket run by our regiment, equivalent to a general store."

During the journey, Han Yi learned roughly that Miss Cheng’s journey involved fleeing, forming the 132th Regiment, establishing an organization, raiding a bandit lair, absorbing some people before making their way here without a hitch.

"So it’s a general store, the name is quite fitting," Han Yi complimented politely. Though he wasn’t familiar with the title ’assistant’, he could guess it was similar to his role.

Everyone around him wore proud expressions, chatting all at once.

It was nothing but how great and remarkable their captain was.

Han Yi’s mouth twitched unconsciously, realizing that these refugees’ loyalty almost matched the brothers trained in his sect, and understanding that his initial underestimation might’ve been wrong.

This Miss Cheng really was remarkable.

He couldn’t help but wonder if Miss Cheng planned to settle here with a growing curiosity, even if it was simple and orderly, it was still somewhat rudimentary, surely it’d be better to return with them and her master.

No, he definitely had to try persuading her properly.