novelraw Chapter 807 - 459: The Most Worrisome Thing
Chapter 807 - 459: The Most Worrisome Thing
Chapter 807: Chapter 459: The Most Worrisome Thing
When they reached a particularly gruesome spot, they had been walking for several days. What killed these experts, they did not know; however, what remained was a bloody chaos of flesh and broken bones. There was no way to see how many experts had fallen, nor could they say if this was done by humans or something else. If a trap had accomplished this, it would be terrifying!
Rong Xing detected the nauseating metallic scent, and seeing the chaotic flesh and bones, she immediately stepped aside to vomit. Seeing this, Deng Wu quickly found a gourd bottle filled with water and handed it to her, gently stroking her hair. Gratefully, the woman took the bottle to her lips, rinsing her mouth before taking a gulp.
"Let’s get out of here," Deng Wu said hastily, as he ensured to walk beside Rong Xing so she wouldn’t see the bodies reduced to pulp. Deep inside, Rong Xing felt grateful to this old friend of hers. Even though she never accepted his courtship, he never lost focus on her. He always treated her as if she were his princess, and suddenly a soft spot emerged in her heart. Seeing him treat her gently once again, she felt a tender warmth.
Gao Yan and Rong Ming were also very pale, but they were men. Though they felt like vomiting as well, they continued onward, looking out as they walked.
"The energy ripple here tells me this was not a trap, but something done by Yan Xiaobao or those with him," Little Dragon said casually. "The energy here isn’t just his, but Lan Feng’s presence is strong too."
"How do you know Lan Feng is here? I mean, he might be your friend, but sensing Yan Xiaobao’s energy ripple just because he has Lan Feng with him isn’t normal? I’m not even able to follow the energy ripple of the team ahead of us.
"It’s easy," Little Dragon laughed. "Yan Xiaobao and Lan Feng are closer than you and I. We merely share your body, yet Lan Feng and Yan Xiaobao share a soul. No, it’s not like that. I don’t know how they do it, but somehow, their souls manage to merge. Although each of them has a soul, these two souls are interconnected. If one dies, they both die; if someone dies, they all live. See, if you die, I won’t die with you. Actually, I can take over your body, but if it’s gravely injured, I might perish just the same. If I don’t have a body to enter at that time, then I’ll be fearless. Though I will die, not because you’ve died, but because I’d lack a host. Lan Feng and Yan Xiaobao are different. This is also why Yan Xiaobao and Lan Feng cooperate better than we do, and even more so, Lan Feng can take his beast form, whereas I cannot. At most, I can alter parts of your body, but without a beast core, my complete form will never be realized, as your body cannot withstand the stress.
Upon hearing this, Deng Wu kept a straight face, and while listening to Little Dragon, he gently guided Rong Xing and the other two youngsters away from the horrific spot they had just left.
His eyes were steadfast, and though his smile usually marked his presence, it didn’t reach his eyes, which were often vigilant and observing the surroundings. Though when approaching other experts, he let Little Dragon warn him, he still knew he couldn’t let himself become complacent. He had a goal in this tomb, and he would do everything he could to achieve it.
"Oh, who do we have here?" A loud voice suddenly echoed from the tunnel, and Deng Wu turned around in an instant. His eyes were sharp, and his heart began to race. He hadn’t heard any warning from Little Dragon, nor had he noticed anyone himself. From the shadows behind them, an expert stepped out. Looking at this person, Deng Wu felt a surge of murderous intent within, but he firmly forced this intent to subside.
"Your Highness!" He bowed deeply and shouted. The others also bowed in respect. "We are honored to encounter such a distinguished individual on this journey. However, please forgive me, but shouldn’t our gifted Prince avoid wandering this tomb alone? There are many greedy experts around, and though our Prince is immensely talented, it might become dangerous," Deng Wu said politely. Even though the Prince was the sole person he truly despised, Deng Wu would never allow his feelings to surface.
After pondering for some time, the Prince looked at the group and slowly nodded. "You are right. I happened to become separated from my protective group, but knowing that you are all loyal citizens of the Sun and are good friends with my friend Yan Xiaobao, I believe traveling with you would be beneficial for both of us."
Hearing these words, a sour taste filled Deng Wu’s mouth as the Rong twins and Gao Yan all looked at Deng Wu, their eyes full of worry. These three friends were worse at hiding their emotions than Deng Wu, but the blue-haired young man smiled at the Prince. His emotions were buried so deep that no one could see them. No one but Little Dragon felt bad for his master, but for now, he too remained completely silent. He was extremely concerned that this so-called expert managed to sneak up on them. His power was absolutely not what an ordinary expert could perceive.
"We are honored to travel with you," Deng Wu bowed once more. "We are not as strong or as useful as your guards, but we will do our utmost to ensure your safe travel. Our goal is to meet Yan Xiaobao again and venture within the tomb. While I’m here, I wish to support him."
Before he fell in line with the group, the Prince nodded in satisfaction, and the five experts silently began walking toward the end of the tunnel. Little Dragon wasn’t the only one worried about the Prince’s strength, but Deng Wu’s face didn’t show anything. "Bringing him to your side and letting him follow us is beneficial. Our revenge is just ahead."
"Don’t worry," a red-haired young man said to Sha Yun, smiling as he patted her head. "Though some of them are crude, it’s only because they’re jealous. For people like us, knowing the Great Marshall is like a dream come true. He created a world specifically for Magic Beasts and us mixed-blood beasts. We can feel normal in a world where the rest might feel like outsiders."
"At first, they pitied you for contracting with someone, but later they suddenly found out the contract was with someone they want to be associated with. They feel their initial emotions were wasted," the red-haired man continued, but Sha Yun wasn’t listening. She knew he was trying to console her, but she no longer felt happy to be part of this group. She felt the people around her were only with her now because of her connection to Yan Xiaobao, and everyone who was against her was also because of Yan Xiaobao.
She couldn’t truly trust any of those she had previously considered friends; a longing suddenly resurfaced in her heart. A familiar face suddenly appeared in her mind, and she felt tears welling in her eyes. Though the sudden change in her friends was due to Yan Xiaobao, there was nothing better than being by his side. Although he didn’t love her as a woman, he always treated her well, genuinely caring for her.
Forcing her tears back, Sha Yun calmed herself once more, and when she opened her eyes, the determination in them was evident. "If I want to meet him, delve further into the tomb, then I have no choice but to push forward. Wait for me a bit more!" she murmured softly, hoping her wish could echo further into the Huiyue Tunnel.
She raised her head and stepped resolutely into the group of beast and mixed-blood experts, all of whom looked at her in shock. Some had hostility in their eyes, some had complex expressions, and some even had expressions of admiration. Meeting so many eyes, Sha Yun didn’t intend to back down, and without paying any heed, she walked forward. As she passed through the gates of heaven, everyone followed behind her, each step filled with determination. Every expert behind her, even those with hostile eyes, slowly followed with conflicting emotions.
As she passed through the door, she noticed many tunnels before her, unsure of what to do. She randomly chose one, beginning down the path. She chose the far-left tunnel and started walking, not allowing anyone else to question her decision. She finally left them to decide for themselves if they wished to follow.
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