Chapter 495: Why Should I Believe You?!
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
Shen Yaowei was silent and didn’t speak. She was sure that Gang Ye wasn’t an impulsive person.
He must have his reasons for doing this.
Cang Ye didn’t explain himself. After ignoring Lu Yin, he said to everyone, “Let’s go.”
Shen Yaowei followed closely behind him and guessed boldly. “Have you already thought of a way?”
Cang Ye nodded slightly. “Since our whereabouts have been exposed, and we can’t return to Boundless City successfully, we can only think of a way to lure Imperial Preceptor out after so long and transfer the battlefield to the most advantageous place for us.”
Shen Yaowei still didn’t know what Cang Ye’s specific plans were, so she could only ask, “Where did you say you were going?”
“Ghost Shadow Forest. We have to pa.s.s through the Ghost Shadow Forest and head to the core capital of the Ghost Abyss in advance,” Cang Ye said expressionlessly.
Shen Yaowei’s glabella twitched. She didn’t expect Cang Ye to be so bold.
In the depths of the Ghost Shadow Forest was the door to the ghost race’s capital.
The forest was filled with dangers, and it was a perilous journey where one faced a nine in ten chance of death. Except for the day the gate opened and all creatures in the forest fell into slumber, few dared to venture inside.
This was also the reason why they had been waiting for the door to open and didn’t force their way through the Ghost Shadow Forest.
But now, the ghost race was chasing after them relentlessly. In order to survive, they had lured Lu Yin and the others into the Ghost Shadow Forest. Instead, they could use the various dangers in the forest to help them escape.
“The Ghost Shadow Forest is filled with miasma. When we enter, the token of the Imperial Preceptor’s residence on us will also react and provide our location to Master. This way, when Master finds out about our situation, he will definitely rush over to save us immediately.” Yao Qingyi listened from the side and understood Cang Ye’s plan.
“But what if we can’t hold on?” Yue Xiaoyao asked nervously.
“Then there’s only death. Therefore, we have to survive no matter what. I have a way to help us stall for time, but I need you to help me.” At the thought of this, Shen Yaowei lowered her head to hide the cold light that flashed in her eyes and whispered her plan to everyone.
Lu Yin led the ghost clansmen and chased relentlessly. Finally, they arrived at the Ghost Shadow Forest.
Under the night sky, a large number of dark withered trees could be seen in the Ghost Shadow Forest. They had different forms, and the bare branches grew distorted shapes like ghost hands.
There was a faint miasma floating in the air. Even Lu Yin didn’t dare to step into it easily.
“These humans are really cunning. Do they think 1 can’t do anything to them just because they’re hiding here?” Lu Yin was so angry that he laughed. Although he said that, he didn’t take the liberty to chase after them.
The danger in the Ghost Shadow Forest made it impossible for the ghost race to guard against it. Once they chased after them, they might not be able to come out.
“All of you, guard here. 1 want to see how long they can last with us!” As Lu Yin spoke, he took out a pill from his sleeve and stuffed it into his mouth. Only then did he stop the blood from gushing out of his wound.
The ghost clansmen lined up and surrounded the entrance of the Ghost Shadow Forest.
After waiting for about 15 minutes, when Lu Yin couldn’t hold it in anymore, he saw Yao Qingyi walk out of the forest with his hands raised and his face pale.
Before Lu Yin could get excited, Yao Qingyi said, “Wait a minute. I’m here to make peace. As long as you’re willing to let the rest of us go, we’re willing to let you handle Shen Yaowei and Cang Ye.”
Lu Yin saw that Yao Qingyi had taken off the sword at his waist and placed them on the ground to show his sincerity. A look of antic.i.p.ation appeared in his eyes, but he still maintained the vigilance he should have. “Why should I believe you?!”
“Because we’re not your match. Besides, the rest of us want to live. As long as you’re willing to promise to let us go, we’ll hand Shen Yaowei and Cang Ye over to you,” Yao Qingyi said sincerely.
However, these words sounded like a huge joke to Lu Yin.
This human man was really stupid. He actually naively made a deal with the ghost race..