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I really envy these people; their lives must be so exciting! But then again, I still prefer a more peaceful life... The shop assistant chimed in with a smile.
As the chaos gradually subsided, Zhao De led his team cautiously to retreat through a small alley. The sound of police sirens grew closer behind them, and everyone's heart pounded in their throats.
"Hurry up, just two more steps and we'll be safe!" Han Lin nervously glanced back at every corner. Zhao De helped the still slightly trembling A Yao, quickly passing through the last narrow alleyway.
Just then, an elderly man who lived nearby was walking his dog. Seeing the group, he quickly moved aside, saying, "Hey, you young men, why are you running like that? It's like you're running for your lives."
"It's alright, sir, we'll be there soon." Han Lin forced a smile and reassured him, "This area hasn't been very safe lately, so please be careful!"
The old man paused for a moment, squinted at the group of young faces hurrying by, and said, "The world has really changed. Sigh..." He shook his head and sighed before continuing his walk.
They finally arrived at the designated secret hideout, a long-abandoned factory workshop. Upon entering, Zhao De and the others immediately began checking their injuries and inventorying the supplies. "Ayao, how are you? Are you feeling alright?" Zhao De asked with concern.
Chapter 937 Increased the intensity of the blockade
Chapter 937 increased the intensity of the blockade.
"I...I'm alright, I was just a little scared just now." The girl bowed her head and thanked them softly, but her eyes were filled with worry and fear about the future.
Seeing this, Han Lin stepped forward and patted her on the shoulder to encourage her: "Hey, it's okay! You were really brave today! If it weren't for your decisive action, we might all be dead by now! Haha~" He tried to appear relaxed to comfort his companions.
Just as everyone was busy packing and discussing their next steps, they suddenly heard a rustling sound outside the door. Everyone instantly became alert—could it be that the pursuers had come again?
Then a familiar, slightly tired voice came from the gap: "Don't be afraid, don't be afraid, it's me."
Upon opening the door, he found his friend Kobayashi, who had previously provided much intelligence support. Kobayashi was panting and covered in sweat, clearly having just been in a considerable chase. "Let me finish," he said, handing her a note. "Things have gotten a bit complicated." "According to internal intelligence, the enemy has not only strengthened their blockade but also added a new batch of members. Even worse news is that their main target is actually the ancient artifact we're holding, and it's said to be connected to a very important secret..."
Upon hearing this, the atmosphere in the room suddenly became much more somber.
"So you mean we're facing an even bigger crisis?" Zhao De's gaze was sharp as a knife as he stared at the information source credentials in his hand. "Then what should we do next?"
Kobayashi wiped the sweat from his face and replied, "First, we need to find a new hiding place as soon as possible. Then, we need to find more reliable forces to assist us... Also, there's something else I have to tell you. It's said that several extremely powerful special individuals have appeared among the enemy, and ordinary people simply cannot fight against them..."
By now, it was completely dark outside, and the dim streetlights cast a hazy glow, as if everything were shrouded in a thin mist. The chatter inside the convenience store continued unabated:
When do you think this will finally end? Living in constant fear like this is truly unbearable.
Well, who can say for sure? Maybe things will take a turn for the better tomorrow!
“Hopefully they can find a solution,” the clerk whispered. “After all, people like them, who dare to face difficulties and are willing to fight to protect something, are so rare in this day and age…”
The night grew deeper, the streetlights casting a soft, warm glow, as if comforting anxious hearts. The news Kobayashi brought echoed in the room, and everyone fell into deep thought.
"Zhao De, the situation is urgent, we need to make a decision quickly." Han Lin broke the silence first, glancing at the note in his hand, his eyes filled with determination. "Just how important is this artifact?"
Zhao De frowned and said in a deep voice, "According to the ancient records of our family, this artifact is not only a treasure, but also the key to connecting the gate of time and space. If it falls into the hands of the enemy, the consequences will be unimaginable."
Zhao De interjected, "So what do we do next? Now that the enemy has increased their blockade efforts, our movements are likely being monitored."
Chapter 938 All the Details
Chapter 938 All the Details
Kobayashi took a breath and continued, "On my way here, I spotted quite a few suspicious vehicles and people; they were secretly observing every corner. I think we should move to a more secluded place first, and then discuss the matter further."
"Okay, I'll do as you say." Zhao De nodded and began directing everyone to pack their equipment. "We'll take all the necessary supplies and leave immediately. Ayao, how are you feeling? Can you still come with us?"
Ayao gritted her teeth and nodded vigorously: "Okay, Zhao De. Although I'm a little scared, I don't want to cause trouble for everyone."
Han Lin stepped forward and gently patted her shoulder, revealing a warm smile: "Don't worry, Yao. With us here, we will never let you get hurt in the slightest."
Everyone quickly packed their belongings, ready to set off at any moment. Zhao De picked up a map, pointed to a location, and said, "There's a remote mountain village here. We'll stay there temporarily. It's relatively safe, and we have old friends who can offer support."
Just then, a soft footstep sounded outside the door. Everyone immediately went on alert, gripping their weapons tightly.
"Who's outside?" Zhao De asked in a low voice, his tone full of intimidation.
The door slowly opened, and a young girl walked in. She was pale and her eyes were filled with fear. "It's me... I'm sorry, I heard your voices and wanted to see if I could help."
Kobayashi recognized her and exclaimed in surprise, "Xiaoyun? What are you doing here?"
"I was just passing by when I heard there was a secret base nearby, so I thought I'd come and see if I could help," Xiaoyun quickly explained. "I mean no harm. I know your situation is very dangerous, and maybe there's something I can do."
Han Lin looked at the unfamiliar girl in front of him with some doubts, but he still gestured for her to come in first: "Okay, tell me how you plan to help us?"
Xiao Lin gestured to Zhao De, indicating that he knew Xiao Yun's background. "Xiao Yun is an intelligence agent in our organization. She is responsible for collecting some key information. What she says might be useful."
Zhao De nodded, deciding to trust the girl. Just then, several low growls suddenly came from outside, and everyone felt a chill run down their spines.
"Move quickly!" Zhao De ordered decisively. "We can't delay any longer; the enemy may already be closing in!"
The group quickly sprang into action, packed their gear, and followed Zhao De towards the door. Just as they were about to leave, another group of people rushed to the factory entrance, led by an elderly man with gray hair and a firm, resolute gaze.
"Halt!" The old man's shout was like thunder, exceptionally clear in the silent night. "Who are you? This is our stronghold; no unauthorized entry is permitted!"
Zhao De stopped and turned to look at the old man: "Hello, we are not enemies. Our name is 'Dawn,' and we are looking for a place to hide temporarily."
The old man narrowed his eyes, scrutinizing the group of young people before him: "Dawn? Are you really Dawn? I've heard you've put in a lot of effort to stop the evil forces."
Zhao De nodded in affirmation, "That's right, we are currently being pursued, and we hope you can help us get through this difficult time."
The old man pondered for a moment, then waved his hand, ordering those around him to make way: "Very well, follow me. I can offer you temporary shelter. However, please tell me every detail about that ancient artifact; it is of paramount importance to us."
Chapter 939 A resolute glint flashed in his eyes
Chapter 939 A resolute glint flashed in his eyes
The group followed the old man through a weed-covered path, eventually arriving at a small hut hidden deep in the trees. The old man opened the door, and a warm yellow light shone from inside, bringing a touch of comfort to the weary young people.
"Let's go inside and talk," the old man said, his voice carrying a hint of kindness, yet also revealing an undeniable firmness. "We must discuss a comprehensive plan to deal with the impending storm."
Zhao De and the others exchanged glances, nodded, and entered the small cabin. They knew this night was destined to be extraordinary, and this cabin would become their new refuge, and perhaps the key to unraveling the mystery.
Just as they were about to enter a new phase, a series of hurried footsteps suddenly came from outside, followed by a series of panicked shouts—"It's bad! A large number of enemies are coming! We have to think of something quickly..."
Everyone's expression immediately changed, and tension and a sense of crisis filled the air once again.
The old man calmly said, "Don't panic, we will face this test together. Tell me, where exactly is your divine artifact?"
Han Lin frowned and looked at Zhao De: "Tell me, is it still useful to hide it at this point? Why not just tell the old man directly?"
Zhao De took a deep breath, a resolute glint in his eyes: "Alright... actually, the artifact is hidden in..."
Just as Zhao De was about to reveal the exact location of the artifact, the door to the hut was suddenly pushed open again. A young man covered in dust rushed in, his eyes filled with fear and exhaustion.
"Old village chief! Something terrible has happened!" The young man's voice was filled with obvious panic. "The enemy has discovered our stronghold and is moving here rapidly. They should arrive within ten minutes!"
The atmosphere in the room instantly became even more tense. Zhao De's face was ashen as he turned to the old man: "Sir, time is running out. We must act immediately."
"Where exactly is that divine artifact you mentioned?" Anxiety showed in the old man's eyes, but he remained calm.
"It's hidden in a secluded cave in this area." Zhao De took a deep breath and finally decided to tell the truth. "Only a few people know the entrance to this cave. We need to get there immediately to prevent the artifact from falling into the enemy's hands."
Hearing this, Zhao De frowned and said, "Then how do we get there now? We're already surrounded by the enemy."
Han Lin looked out the window, his gaze sharp as a knife: "We can't just sit here and wait to die, we must break through. Ayao and Xiaoyun, you two follow behind us, try to keep a safe distance."
"Okay... alright." Although Ayao's face was pale, she still nodded firmly.
"Don't worry, Yao, I'll protect you," Xiao Lin comforted her from the side, holding her hand tightly.
The old man stood up, his gaze resolute: "I can show you a shortcut to that cave. But the path is still fraught with danger."
Zhao De bowed respectfully to the old man: "Thank you, sir. We will handle everything carefully."
Just as everyone was about to leave, a commotion of footsteps came from outside the door, followed by several men in black rushing into the house, weapons in hand, glaring menacingly at the crowd.
"Who's the leader? Hand over the artifact obediently, and you might still be spared," the black-clad man at the head said coldly.
Chapter 940 Some Tests Await You
Chapter 940 Some Tests Await You
Han Lin stood in front of Zhao De, clenching his fists: "If you want to get the artifact, you'll have to step over our dead bodies!"
Suddenly, Xiao Yun stepped forward, a strange smile on his face: "Sorry, brothers, this is the first time I've seen these people either. But..." Before he could finish speaking, Xiao Yun made a lightning-fast move, instantly snatching a dagger from one of the men in black and retaliating.
The surrounding men in black were stunned, not expecting the seemingly weak girl to be so powerful. Taking advantage of this opportunity, Han Lin and the others quickly launched a counterattack, forcing the intruders to retreat repeatedly.
"Hurry up!" the old man shouted. "I'll hold them off, let's get out of here quickly!"
Zhao De was filled with boundless gratitude: "Sir, we will never forget your kindness. Please take good care of yourself!"
After saying this, the group quickly left the cabin through a hidden door. They walked along a secluded path and soon arrived at a dense forest. The night was now even darker, with only a few scattered stars faintly visible overhead.
"Stay close to me!" Kobayashi, the leader, quickened his pace and walked deeper into the area, followed by a series of hurried and determined footsteps. In the distance, the faint shouts and sounds of pursuit could be heard.
Just when everyone thought they had successfully escaped, a piercing alarm suddenly blared, shattering the peaceful atmosphere...
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As the alarm grew closer, Zhao De stopped and looked back into the dark jungle. "Damn it, the enemy seems to have activated some kind of tracking device," he said in a low voice. "We have to find a way to confuse them and buy more time."
“There’s a stream over there,” Kobayashi suggested, pointing to a spot not far to the right. “We can go upstream along the water’s edge; that might temporarily confuse the enemy.”
The group hurriedly turned towards the stream, struggling to move forward on the cold, damp ground. Soon after, they indeed noticed that the sounds of pursuit behind them were gradually weakening.
"Great, this should get rid of them for now," Han Lin said, panting heavily.
"But this is not a long-term solution," the old man solemnly warned. "The enemy is extremely cunning, and we could be besieged again if we are not careful."