sbdcsierra Chapter 28 Arrival at the Dark River
Chapter 28 Arrival at the Dark River
“I understand everyone’s good intentions, but there are some things I have to do myself. If possible, I would also like to have some help.”
Cheng Feng stretched his arms and said with a smile.
Hu Bayi and Fatty Wang sighed after hearing this and didn't say anything more.
"Alright, Cheng Feng is seriously injured and needs to rest. If you have nothing to do, go find Grandpa Anliman."
There were spare clothes on the camel; Cheng Feng's current clothes were all torn and unwearable.
After Yang Xueli finished starting the fire, she said to Hu Bayi and Wang Pangzi.
The two agreed, and Fatty Wang returned the Zhanlu Sword to Cheng Feng. Then he and Hu Bayi went out to find An Liman to get their clothes.
"Miss Yang..."
"Call me Sister Yang. I've taken such good care of you, can't you even be called 'Sister'?"
Yang Xueli handed Cheng Feng a cup of hot water and said in an annoyed tone.
"I've saved you several times, and you've never called me Brother Cheng!"
Cheng Feng felt he was already over thirty, so he couldn't bring himself to call Yang Xueli, who was just over twenty, "Sister."
Yang Xueli wasn't angry. She sat down a short distance in front of Cheng Feng and said calmly:
"In that case, just call me by my name, Shirley!"
"Sherry is Sherry, why bother with the English?"
Cheng Feng took a sip of water and whispered something.
After a while, Hu Bayi and Fatty Wang returned with the clothes, and Cheng Feng changed his pants at Yang Xueli's urging.
After discussing it, the group decided to set up camp at the temple for the time being, as they currently had a sufficient amount of resources.
A delay of one or two days is enough.
Hu Bayi, Wang Pangzi, Sa Dipeng, and Chu Jian kept watch that night, and now almost everyone had a piece of Cheng Feng's bloodstained clothes.
Holding it in my hand gives me more peace of mind than holding a gun; this thing is practically a special attack weapon against the Pure Vision Agama.
Early the next morning.
Cheng Feng was strolling around below the altar, and everyone else was looking at him like he was a monster.
In fact, everyone was shocked enough yesterday. Despite the penetrating abdominal wound and numerous other injuries, he spoke with a strong voice.
Today, I got up and started moving around. For an ordinary person, it would take at least a week to get out of bed.
"Old Hu, we need to talk to the others and keep this a secret for Brother Cheng. If word gets out..."
They'd be sliced up!
Fatty Wang and Hu Bayi huddled together smoking and couldn't help but whisper to each other.
Hu Ba nodded slightly.
"Indeed, but there are many talented and extraordinary people in the world. It's unlikely they'd be dissected, but it would easily attract the attention of those with ulterior motives."
Okay, I'll find an opportunity to mention it to Professor Chen; his word carries weight.
As the two spoke in hushed tones, Yang Xueli looked at Cheng Feng thoughtfully.
"He has too many extraordinary qualities; I wonder if he knows any clues about the Muchen Pearl!"
Yang Xueli planned to find an opportunity to ask, and she would try anything if there was even the slightest possibility.
After a while, Cheng Feng, having warmed up, returned to the group, appearing completely normal.
There was no sign that he had just suffered a serious injury.
"Everyone, pack up, we're going to explore the ancient city of Jingjue in a bit."
As soon as Cheng Feng finished speaking, Yang Xueli continued:
"Cheng Feng, don't push yourself. There are countless dangers in the Jingjue Ancient City. Are you sure you can keep going like this?"
"Yes, Xiao Feng, why don't you stay up there and recover from your injuries?"
Professor Chen also disagreed with Cheng Feng's decision to go down and risk his life right after being injured; it was playing with his life.
Cheng Feng felt that he was recovering well. Although he still felt pain in the wound, it no longer affected his normal journey.
As for staying here, Cheng Feng never even considered it.
Although there was no penalty for failing the cleanup mission, not obtaining the Mountain Moving Technique was the biggest punishment for him.
"Sherry, Professor, I know my body very well, don't worry, I won't hold the team back."
As he spoke, Cheng Feng slung Zhanlu, which had been placed to the side, over his back and picked up his backpack with one hand, saying:
"What are you waiting for? Don't you all want to see the ancient city of Jingjue as soon as possible?"
Seeing that Cheng Feng insisted on going down with everyone and that he seemed to be doing well, no one tried to dissuade him.
After quickly tidying up, the group returned to the stairwell leading downstairs.
This time, everyone turned their attention to Cheng Feng.
Cheng Feng raised his hand.
"Alright, alright, I'll go first this time, and so will you. I'm already in this situation, how could I possibly trick you one more time!"
After saying that, Cheng Feng led the way down the stairs.
The crowd followed closely behind, during which Yang Xueli said calmly:
"Everyone stay close, otherwise someone might come up with some unspeakable excuse and lock us out."
Cheng Feng turned around and looked at the nasty woman in surprise, thinking to himself that she had guessed perfectly.
If he could, Cheng Feng really wanted to lock these people up again so he could go down and kill the Corpse-Scented Devil's Tongue.
Then come back and drop them down, so there's no risk of them stealing your monsters.
"Cheng Feng, I felt like there was something off about the look in your eyes just now. Could it be that you were actually thinking that?"
Yang Xueli frowned; her woman's intuition told her something.
"Don't talk nonsense, or I'll sue you for defamation! Did you hear that? She's defaming me!"
Cheng Feng said to everyone in a slightly exaggerated manner.
Everyone laughed, assuming the two were just bickering, except for Yang Shirley, who didn't laugh.
She stared at Cheng Feng, trying to see through what he was trying to hide.
This tunnel is spacious enough for four or five people to walk side by side.
The walls on both sides are decorated with various patterns, some of which resemble the sun.
Some, like those in the temple, have only one eye.
After walking for a while, the smooth wall surface, once covered with murals, began to become pitted and uneven.
At the same time, Hu Bayi and the others heard the sound of flowing water.
"There should be a river flowing ahead. When we get there, we should replenish our water supply and make plans for our return journey."
Hu Bayi's words gave Professor Chen and the others a jolt.
They realized that if there was a river here, it must be connected to the river below Prince Gu Mo's tomb.
"Little Hu, I remember you said that there was a river in the secret passage used by Prince Gu Mo."
It was full of catfish with sharp teeth.
Professor Chen's reminder brought back the fear of being dominated by the black catfish for Hu Bayi.
He quickly raised the muzzle of his gun and said:
"Professor Hu reminded me that everyone should be careful when approaching the river, and observe carefully before going near it."
As the road widened, the group soon arrived at the underground space.
The flowing underground river also came into view.
No one dared to let their guard down. Hu Bayi said softly:
"Everyone, please wait here for a moment. Fatty and I will go to the riverbank to check the situation."
"Okay, Xiao Hu, be careful."
After Professor Chen agreed, Hu Bayi and Fatty Wang carefully carried their guns and walked towards the riverbank.
Once they reached the riverbank, the two shone their flashlights into the river but found nothing.
Then we saw Fatty Wang bend down, pick up a stone, and throw it into the river with a splash.