Chapter 420: At All Costs
“We’ve all seen it, those demonic beasts are excellent swimmers, and every part of the cave is wide enough for them to pass through.
If the demonic beasts were to break open the stone wall at the other end of the cave and come out from here, wouldn’t that bring great disaster to humanity? You know that the demonic beasts are breeding rapidly, and it’s estimated that the primitive forest will soon not be able to accommodate them. To expand their living space, they will definitely stop at nothing to compete for territory with humans. I hope I’m just worrying for nothing.” “Madam Xiao, don’t scare me. Hearing you say that makes me terribly afraid.” Molly exclaimed in surprise. Hong Chen said, “If you’re scared, come to my side, and I’ll protect you.” “Really, Sister Hong Chen, you’re so kind.” After Molly finished speaking, she actually came to Hong Chen’s side. Hong Chen extended a hand and gently pulled her into her embrace. Molly immediately felt that Hong Chen was so kind, just like her own sister, and no longer felt afraid.
Lin Ye, pulling the Little Fairy, walked over and said, “What my mother said makes a lot of sense, but this is what I think: to prevent the demonic beasts from coming out here and competing for territory with humans, our only option is to set fire to that primitive forest. Burn all 19 demonic beasts to death, and then see if they still compete with humans for territory.”
Madam Xiao said, “That method won’t work. You know, the demonic beasts’ nest is by the pool beneath the waterfall. The pool is at least twenty to thirty meters away from the edge of the jungle. Even if we set the whole forest on fire, it might not reach them. This is not the best strategy; the safest thing for us to do is to leave here immediately.”
Mo Ming said, “I agree with Madam Xiao’s view. How about we take a break first, and then leave here?” “Yes, I agree,” Molly interjected.
Hong Chen didn’t say anything. For some reason, she kept staring at Mo Ming. She suddenly realized that this man’s nerves seemed a bit downcast, a bit bizarre. Could he have another purpose? Hong Chen dared not think further.
The Little Fairy sat on a rock beside Lin Ye, changed her damp, combed long hair into a bun on her head, picked up an ivory hairpin and tucked it in, then smiled leisurely at everyone.
“It seems that the sorceress Mo Lian doesn’t know that we’ve already escaped safely. I believe we can find people around here. Should we first find a place to stay? As long as we find a place where people live, we’ll be completely safe.” Everyone thought the Little Fairy’s words made sense, and without further hesitation, they set off to find a place to settle.
As it was getting dark, they finally found a small city, exhausted.
To the north of the small city was a towering primitive jungle, and it was surrounded by a small river to the east, west, and south. The water in the small river was clear and transparent. Many fish and shrimp were swimming in the river, which was very lovely.
“This should be Dragon City, on the border between our country and Ming Du. It is said that many dragons used to gather here. Those dragons had different forms, some good and some evil. Later, the evil dragons ate all the good dragons and occupied this place.
But for some reason, one day, there was a heavy thunderstorm, and tens of thousands of lightning bolts struck down from the sky like knives, killing all the evil dragons.
Later, people came here to live in seclusion, and over time, it evolved into what it is today. To be honest, this is my first time here; I’ve only heard of it before, but I’ve never been here.” Gazing at the small Dragon City from afar, Mo Ming was filled with immense emotion.
Madam Xiao said, “That’s right. I’ve also heard this story from the elders countless times, and I didn’t expect it to be true. Let’s go find a place to rest first.” “Yes, let’s go,” said Lin Ye.
So, everyone followed Mo Ming and walked directly towards the southern city gate.
Because Mo Ming was an imperial official and had the emperor’s waist token, the enemy soldiers guarding the gate did not stop them; instead, they bowed respectfully to everyone. Seeing the soldiers’ comical and strange appearance, Molly couldn’t help but cover her mouth and giggle.
After entering the small city, they found an inn named “Wind Swaying Willow” and settled in.
After eating, everyone checked that there was no unusual activity outside and then separated to rest.
The Little Fairy and Molly shared a room. Molly went to the privy, and the Little Fairy sat alone on the bed, her expression somewhat sorrowful. She didn’t understand why she had such an expression.
Since escaping from the demonic beasts’ nest and arriving at the small city, she hadn’t said a word.
Madam Xiao and Hong Chen shared a room. Lin Ye and Mo Ming shared a room.
What was Lin Ye thinking now? The Little Fairy felt a little uneasy after thinking about it and decided to go find Lin Ye to discuss what they should do next. “Little Fairy, where are you going?”
Just as the Little Fairy was closing the door and preparing to walk into Lin Ye’s room, Molly suddenly appeared in front of her. She stared at her with a bizarre expression. The Little Fairy hummed and said she was just going for a walk and had nothing else to do.
“If you have nothing else to do, who would believe that? You’re going to see little brother, aren’t you?” Molly said with a smile.
“I… I don’t have that intention… You… don’t guess randomly…”
The Little Fairy’s face turned red. Her lying skills were not very good, and she always showed flaws. Molly could see at a glance that when the Little Fairy lied, she always blushed and became shy.
Having been with her for so many years, she knew what was on her mind without the Little Fairy having to say anything. Moreover, like the Little Fairy, she was also very fond of Lin Ye.
Therefore, she had to prevent the Little Fairy from getting there first; otherwise, she would suffer a great loss, which wouldn’t be worthwhile.
Molly said, “Little Fairy, don’t go. When I just came back, I peeked into little brother’s and General Mo’s rooms. They’re both asleep. Look, the lights in their rooms are out. If you go now, you’ll only disturb their rest. You might not feel sleepy, but little brother definitely is. What he needs most right now is a good night’s sleep. Please, don’t disturb him, okay? Please, I beg you.” The Little Fairy peered in, half-believing and half-doubting. Indeed, the oil lamp in Lin Ye’s room had already been extinguished.
“Oh… then… I won’t disturb his sleep. Let’s go back to sleep.” The Little Fairy sighed helplessly.
Back in the room, the Little Fairy took off her outer coat and hung it on the hook by the bed, then took off her shoes and climbed into bed. Molly also climbed into bed behind her.
The two of them stared at each other for a while, then lay down to sleep. Sleeping in a strange city for the first time, they didn’t dare to sleep with the lights off at all.
The oil lamp on the table by the window flickered and burned.
The Little Fairy had no intention of sleeping. When Molly fell asleep, she got up and quietly opened the room door again, slipping out. As she opened the door with a creak, Molly’s eyes suddenly opened.
