Chapter 81: Will You Act the Same Way?

However, it was not so easy to ask for a favor. Qian Ye took a long time to muster his courage, coughing several times before finally saying, “Ah, Tianqing…”

Ji Tianqing patted Qian Ye on the shoulder and said, “Just say what you need. As long as you perform well, this miss can lend a hand.”

“Um, about Zining’s matter…”

“Show your performance!”

Qian Ye was bewildered, “Performance?”

“Just offer yourself, keep it simple.”

Qian Ye’s face instantly changed from confusion to shock, “This, you know, I have already…”

Before he could finish, Ji Tianqing interrupted, “You can’t even understand a joke! Alright, as your deputy, I should accompany you to save him.”

Ji Tianqing responded naturally, but Qian Ye was taken aback, looking oddly, “You’re coming with me?”

“Of course, who else if not me?”

Qian Ye felt a hundred headaches, “Didn’t you just say there would be strong reinforcements?”

Ji Tianqing puffed out her chest, “Am I not a strong reinforcement? What part of being your deputy is inferior to others?”

Qian Ye felt a surge of frustration in his chest, unable to speak for a moment. Finally, he said with a bitter smile, “Have you forgotten that you just escaped with injuries not long ago?”

“Didn’t you break that old man’s leg? What do I have to fear now?”

Qian Ye shook his head, “Go back first, I’ll stay here.”

“Back? Where am I supposed to go back to?”

“Of course to Nan Qing, Kuang Lan is also there.”

“No way! As your deputy, I follow wherever you go.”

Qian Ye’s face darkened, “I can handle it alone.”

The smile on Ji Tianqing’s face gradually faded, and she asked, “Are you blaming me for Song Qi’s failure and capture?”

Qian Ye remained silent for a while before saying, “No, it’s not your fault. Accidents happen on the battlefield. If anyone is to blame, it might be Zining for going out at such a time. Those Wolf King’s legions could be eliminated at another time.”

Ji Tianqing looked at him intently, still asking, “But you do hold some resentment towards me, right?”

“I did, but not anymore. If I were in Zining’s position, I would do the same.”

Ji Tianqing seemed unsure if she accepted this explanation. She blinked and suddenly asked, “What if I were the one captured, would you do the same for me?”

“You? Of course, I would try to save you.”

“I mean, would you go to the same lengths?”

Qian Ye was a bit confused, “Of course, I would do my best.”

Ji Tianqing sighed softly, “If I stay, I can still help you.”

“Go back. I have a better chance of escaping when I’m alone.”

Seeing Qian Ye’s determination, Ji Tianqing stopped persuading and turned to leave.

After she left, Qian Ye breathed a sigh of relief, observing his surroundings again to find the next hiding and rest spot.

However, the last few questions Ji Tianqing asked before leaving lingered in his mind. Qian Ye instinctively felt there was something hidden in those questions, but he couldn’t figure out what she really wanted to know.

If Qian Ye was alone, even if he encountered Luo Bingfeng, he could escape using the Void Blink. So far, the only thing that could prevent Qian Ye from escaping was the mysterious presence in the Eastern Sea. No matter how many and how powerful Ji Tianqing’s secret techniques were, none could match the Void Blink for instantaneous escape. Otherwise, she wouldn’t have been injured by Rui Xiang.

From any angle, Qian Ye couldn’t take her along. Additionally, Qian Ye had an unspoken worry: he was concerned that with the passage of time, Song Zining might suffer more torment, possibly even risking his life. So far, Qian Ye felt that the pressure he had exerted was not enough.

Thus, he decided to infiltrate Chao Cheng City.

The main targets in Chao Cheng City were, of course, Luo Bingfeng and the mysterious woman, but Qian Ye wasn’t crazy enough to provoke them. His target for this daring mission was Rui Xiang.

Chao Cheng City was fraught with danger, and Luo Bingfeng’s power had greatly increased. Qian Ye was not confident he could escape again under his watch. He had refused Ji Tianqing’s suggestion to enter the city simply because he didn’t want her to follow.

Ji Tianqing didn’t go far, just watching from a distance in the direction of Chao Cheng City. Calculating the time, Qian Ye should already be inside, though she wondered what he was up to.

The day passed quickly, and night began to fall. Suddenly, a flame erupted in Chao Cheng City, shooting up into the sky, illuminating half the city.

In the midst of the raging fire, a vague figure appeared, flying full speed towards the city’s exit.

At this moment, a terrifying aura burst from the Sacred Mountain, as if a giant beast had opened its eyes, staring intently at the fleeing figure.

An indescribable force descended from the sky, like a massive bell enclosing the figure. But just as it was about to succeed, the figure flashed and vanished!

Above where the figure disappeared, Luo Bingfeng materialized, a hint of surprise on his face. He hadn’t expected Qian Ye to escape under his nose. His eyes, sharp as lightning, pierced through the night, focusing on a spot outside the city.

Qian Ye reappeared there, staggering and nearly falling. But he was thousands of meters away from Chao Cheng City. However, this distance was insignificant for a true powerhouse. Luo Bingfeng grunted, his face turning cold, ready to pursue.

But a lithe figure suddenly leapt out, scooping up Qian Ye and dashing away at incredible speed, leaving Luo Bingfeng stunned.

The gentle woman appeared beside Luo Bingfeng, speaking softly, “Let’s go back. You can’t catch up, and he hasn’t caused any significant damage.”

Luo Bingfeng snorted, “No damage? Two deputy commanders, one dead and one injured, Rui Zongguan lost a leg, and now my prison is on fire. Does this Qian Ye really seek death?”

The woman said, “I think he’s commendable. To risk his life for his brother, not just once, is truly admirable. If only we had such a brother.”

Luo Bingfeng sighed, “Let’s not mention the past.”

He glanced at the burning flames, his anger rising, “Hmph, such tactics can’t be repeated. If he dares to come again, I will make sure he stays!”

The woman’s eyes shimmered, and she sighed, no longer trying to persuade him.

Luo Bingfeng declared, “Everyone, come to the City Lord’s Mansion.”

His clear voice spread across every corner of Chao Cheng City. Hearing him, led by Du Yuan, all the city guards rushed to the mansion, including Rui Xiang’s followers.

“Ice Peak, you…”

Luo Bingfeng waved his hand, his voice cold, “My decision is final, no need for further persuasion. With so much happening, how long do you plan to hide it from me?”

The woman sighed, no longer trying to convince him, and silently followed behind Luo Bingfeng to the City Lord’s Mansion.

When Luo Bingfeng slowly flew into the City Lord’s Mansion and entered the council hall, all the high-ranking officials with the right to attend were present, including Rui Xiang. His face was pale, and although his limbs seemed intact, his posture was unnatural, clearly indicating he couldn’t move his new leg freely.

Luo Bingfeng sat in the center, the woman beside him.

His eyes, sharp as lightning, swept over everyone, and he said sternly, “What’s going on? Why is Qian Ye constantly attacking us?”

All the generals’ gazes fell on Rui Xiang. The old man inwardly lamented; he could refuse Du Yuan, but not Luo Bingfeng. The City Lord of Chao Cheng always acted on his own, and even if he killed Rui Xiang, Zhang Buzhou might not say anything.

Knowing he couldn’t avoid it, Rui Xiang said, “City Lord, there’s a reason. Song Zining was too arrogant, wanting to swallow the Wolf King’s legions. The Wolf King is under the Heavenly King, so I stepped in and captured that little thief. Hmph, so-called future military god, nothing but that.”

Luo Bingfeng’s brows furrowed, “Where is Song Zining now?”

Rui Xiang hesitated, “Well…”

“Where is Song Zining?” Luo Bingfeng repeated, his voice filled with icy intent.

Rui Xiang stammered, “City Lord, this involves the Heavenly King, it’s not a big deal.”

Luo Bingfeng’s face darkened, “Even to me, you dare to hide it! Do you think I can’t kill a servant without the Heavenly King’s punishment?”

Rui Xiang’s face alternated between pale and green, knowing Luo Bingfeng never spoke empty words. Further evasion might lead to his death. Even at his peak, he couldn’t escape Luo Bingfeng’s grasp.

“Song Zining… is in the Ancient Totem War Fortress.” Rui Xiang shut his mouth, his gaze fixed on the ground, clearly resentful.

Luo Bingfeng ignored him, but the mention of the Ancient Totem War Fortress made him frown. Even if the Wolf King was seriously injured, anything involving him was trouble.

At that moment, the council hall door opened, and a deputy entered, whispering to Luo Bingfeng, “City Lord, Lady Carol from the Frost Thunder Temple requests an audience.”

“Carol? What does she want?” Luo Bingfeng had little to do with the Frost Thunder Temple, so Carol’s visit was unusual.

The divine generals knew Chao Cheng City and the Sacred Mountain held secrets, and that Luo Bingfeng’s power significantly increased within the city. Entering Chao Cheng City was akin to handing half your life to Luo Bingfeng. Thus, no strong person would willingly risk it. For years, strong visitors to Chao Cheng City were rare.

Luo Bingfeng said, “Please ask her to wait in the reception hall, I’ll be there shortly.”

In the reception hall, Carol sat solemnly, her famous lightning whip in a box beside her, a sign of respect and no intention to fight.

Luo Bingfeng nodded slightly, taking his seat, and said, “Lady Carol, why have you come to Chao Cheng City? What brings you here?”