Chapter 358: Using Oneself as Bait
“I was just asking. Why are you so anxious?”
Seeing A’nuo’s appearance, Sen couldn’t help but rub her hair, his face full of tenderness. “One must be vigilant.”
“They are truly, truly good people. And without them, I wouldn’t have returned safely.”
A’nuo said earnestly, “Sen, I know you’re worried about me, but I’m not stupid. I can feel that they have no ill intentions.”
“Alright, alright. Then what do you plan to do next?”
Sen helplessly curled the corners of his mouth, his eyes carrying a unique indulgence.
A’nuo pondered for a moment, then said seriously, “How are things going with the Sun Family and the Nangong Family? I can feel that this barrier won’t last much longer. We can’t just sit here and wait for death.”
“Recently, they haven’t been expending manpower to search for us, as if they’ve discovered something. But most of those remaining in our clan have low cultivation levels. Even if we go looking for them, we won’t be of much help.”
Sen couldn’t help but sigh as he said this.
For them, these elves, it takes many years to cultivate into human form, let alone cultivate further.
Moreover, they are naturally close to Thunder Sound Mountain and have never faced danger before, so they are not proficient in cultivation knowledge. Otherwise, they wouldn’t have been caught off guard when they were invaded.
“Those older brothers and sisters are very powerful. They are going to deal with the Sun Family and the Ouyang Family. Although we can’t help much, I can lead the way. I’m very familiar with their terrain.”
A’nuo nodded, not forcing the issue.
Many of her people had already sacrificed themselves to protect her. Now, she could handle this kind of thing herself; there was no need to force others.
“No, that’s too dangerous. You are our Saintess; you must be safe.”
Sen immediately rejected the idea. “Only if you survive do we have a future.”
“But I can’t accept your protection with a clear conscience. I may be the Saintess, but if I die, there will still be a new Saintess.”
A’nuo clenched her fists, hesitated for a long time, and then looked at Sen seriously.
Sen didn’t respond immediately after hearing this.
He remained silent, looking at A’nuo with a deep expression.
Although it was true, after hundreds of years of being together, how could he bear to see A’nuo die in front of him?
Even if it meant death, he would rather perish together with A’nuo.
“You don’t need to persuade me anymore. I must go and help, even if it means risking my life. If I can drive away these villains, it won’t be in vain that the other members of our clan sacrificed their lives to save me.”
A’nuo smiled faintly, a forced smile, but with a resolute heart.
“If you must go, then take me with you.”
After a long while, Sen finally spoke, also with unparalleled determination. Before A’nuo could respond, he continued, “This is the biggest concession I can make, A’nuo. Don’t reject me.”
A’nuo’s pupils constricted, her teeth unconsciously biting her lip. In the end, she could only nod slightly.
Once the two had made up their minds, everything else was easy to resolve.
Sen and A’nuo went to find Su Chen to decide on the next step of the plan.
“As you can see, this barrier can’t actually last much longer. The spiritual energy within it is constantly depleting. In less than three days, I’m afraid it will completely disappear.”
Sen got straight to the point, stating their current situation.
Su Chen naturally sensed that staying here was not a long-term solution. The people of Thunder Sound Mountain needed a new place to take cover.
“What do you plan to do next? A’nuo and I will fully cooperate with you.”
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Sen continued, holding A’nuo’s hand, transferring his warmth to her.
A’nuo stood beside Sen, so quiet, so gentle, so delicate.
Looking at the two of them, Su Chen couldn’t help but sigh sincerely. They were truly a perfect match.
“Actually, you don’t have to help. The important thing is to protect your people.”
Su Chen chuckled dryly and said, “We will kill those outsiders and return your peace.”
“It’s alright. I can’t infiltrate the Nangong Family. On the surface, the Sun Family and the Nangong Family each occupy half of the mountain, but in reality, they are in cahoots. The current Sun Family and Nangong Family only exist in name. They both have another master behind them.”
Sen pondered for a moment, then revealed all the information he knew in one breath.
This was something Su Chen hadn’t expected. If the master behind them was the same person, why would they appear to be at odds with each other on the outside?
“Nangong Xuntian is the current head of the Nangong Family. His cultivation has reached the peak of the Quasi-Emperor Realm, but he’s a fool who never thinks before he acts. If we want to defeat him, it’s very easy.” Sen said slowly.
“We just need to release the news…that we’ve found A’nuo’s whereabouts. In order to claim credit, Nangong Xuntian will definitely come alone. Then we can defeat them one by one.”
When he mentioned A’nuo, Sen’s tone paused noticeably, but A’nuo tugged at his sleeve forcefully, and Sen continued.
“Isn’t it too risky to use A’nuo as bait?”
Su Chen said with some unease.
“It’s alright. This is the fastest way. What they want to find most now is me. I could sense two groups of people chasing me before. Although they have the same master, none of them yield to each other. They all want to do better.”
A’nuo immediately became anxious and hurriedly took two steps forward. To highlight her determination, her eyes fluttered.
Sen couldn’t bear it and subconsciously shielded A’nuo with his broad shoulders. A’nuo pulled Sen’s arm down and looked at the others seriously.
Although they were rendered speechless by the two of them being adorable, this matter was not a child’s play. But currently, there was no better way.
For a moment, they didn’t know what to do.
“Don’t hesitate anymore. This is something Sen and I have decided on. I’m willing to do it. At least let me make a contribution.”
Seeing their silence, A’nuo was so anxious that she almost cried out, and hurriedly defended herself.
“Alright, I’ll give you some protective magical artifacts that can withstand a full-powered attack from a peak Quasi-Emperor Realm cultivator, ensuring your safety. As long as you see that the situation is not good, leave immediately.”
Su Chen finally sighed and looked at A’nuo with a deep expression.
Hearing Su Chen’s agreement, A’nuo nodded excitedly, “Don’t worry, I will definitely protect myself!”
“I have a request… Can you… promise me?”
Sen had remained silent until now, and finally couldn’t help but clench his fists and speak.
His gaze was like a torch, full of determination, sweeping over everyone present.
Even A’nuo was stunned by his sudden words and looked at him with some confusion.
