Taking the opportunity of traveling through books

Chapter 140 The calm before the storm

The calm before the storm

Deep in the dense forest, the air was damp and chilly, with the strong smell of rotting leaves mixed with the fragrance of unknown flowers, making people feel dizzy.

Knight Lingfeng led us through many twists and turns and finally stopped in front of a hidden cave.

The entrance to the cave is covered by dense vines and is difficult to find without careful observation.

"It's safe here for now." Knight Lingfeng pushed aside the vines and motioned for us to go in.

I supported the unconscious Hao Yang and walked into the cave. A chill hit my face and I couldn't help but shiver.

Wei Xue followed closely behind, her face full of worry.

The light in the cave was dim, and I could barely see what was going on inside with the faint light coming in from the cave entrance.

The space inside the cave is not big, the ground is damp, and there is a faint musty smell in the air.

I carefully placed Hao Yang on a relatively dry stone. His face was pale and his breathing was weak, which made my heart ache.

"Haoyang, you must be okay..." I held his hand and whispered softly.

Wei Xue sat down next to me, patted my shoulder gently, and comforted me, "Don't worry, he will be fine." I knew she was comforting me as well as herself.

Outside the cave, the quarrel between Elder Lin and Knight Lingfeng could be faintly heard.

"We must act quickly!" Spirit Wind Knight's voice was filled with anxiety. "The Black Robe Envoy won't give us much time!"

"Calm down!" Elder Lin's voice was steady and powerful. "We know nothing about the enemy's situation. Any rash action will only put us in a passive position!"

I was so confused and didn't know what to do.

On one side was Hao Yang's safety, and on the other was the upcoming decisive battle. I felt like I was trapped in a huge spider web, unable to move.

Suddenly, hurried footsteps were heard outside the cave, and then a figure flashed in.

"Elder! Knight Lingfeng! Something terrible is happening!" The man, sweating profusely, gasped for breath and said, "The black-robed messenger...he..."

The visitor spoke incoherently and couldn't utter a complete sentence for a long time.

I was extremely anxious and grabbed his shoulders. "Speak clearly! What happened to the black-robed messenger?"

He took a deep breath and finally said, "The black-robed messenger... he launched a general attack ahead of time! He's now leading a large army... approaching us!"

The cave suddenly became silent, and you could hear a pin drop.

Elder Lin and Knight Lingfeng also stopped arguing and their expressions became extremely solemn.

Early general attack?

How can this be?

Has our plan been leaked?

Elder Lin frowned and asked in a deep voice, "Is the information reliable?"

The visitor nodded vigorously, "Absolutely true! I saw it with my own eyes!"

The atmosphere instantly became extremely tense.

Knight Lingfeng advocated breaking out immediately, but Elder Lin insisted on waiting for the opportunity.

The two men each insisted on their own opinions and refused to give in. The arguments became louder and louder, as if a fight would break out at any second.

I rubbed my temples and felt a headache.

Now is not the time for internal strife. The most urgent task is to find a way to deal with the attack of the black-robed messenger.

However, we know nothing about the enemy's strength, and any rash action would undoubtedly be suicide.

I took a deep breath and made a decision that no one expected.

"I'm going to find the wise man."

Elder Lin and Knight Lingfeng were both stunned. They obviously didn't expect me to make such a choice at this time.

Elder Lin frowned, "Looking for the wise man now? It's too late!"

I shook my head. "We have to go even if it's too late. Only wise people can guide us." I ignored their objections and turned to walk out of the cave.

Seeing this, Wei Xue followed silently.

We overcame all obstacles along the way and finally arrived at the wise man's residence before sunset.

The wise man is a white-haired old man who sits cross-legged under an ancient tree, as if he is one with the surrounding environment.

I told the wise man what had happened in detail. After listening, the wise man was silent for a long time before slowly opening his eyes.

"Child, you did the right thing." He took out a crystal clear jade pendant from his pocket and handed it to me. "Take it, it will help you at the critical moment."

I took the jade pendant and felt a warm sensation in my hand.

I looked up at the wise man and was about to ask him how to use the jade pendant, but I saw a meaningful smile on his face.

"Remember, don't use it unless absolutely necessary."

I held the jade pendant tightly, feeling a little uneasy.

What exactly do these words of the wise man mean?

I was about to ask more when Wei Xue's face suddenly changed drastically. She pointed behind me and exclaimed, "Wei Yao, be careful!" I turned around abruptly...

I turned around suddenly and saw a dark shadow rushing towards me!

He was wearing a nightgown and holding a sharp dagger in his hand, stabbing it straight into my chest!

At the critical moment, Wei Xue flew out and stood in front of me.

The dagger pierced her shoulder, and blood instantly stained her clothes red.

"Wei Xue!" I exclaimed and hurriedly supported her shaky body.

Seeing that his attack missed, the black shadow turned around and tried to escape.

Wei Xue endured the pain and swung out a stream of spiritual power, knocking the black shadow to the ground.

He struggled to get up, but found that his body could not move.

"Tell me! Who sent you?" I asked sternly.

The black shadow clenched his teeth and said nothing.

Wei Xue snorted coldly, and a ball of fire condensed in her hand, which was about to fall on the black shadow.

"I'll tell you! I'll tell you!" The black shadow finally collapsed. "It was the black-robed messenger! He sent me to steal... to steal your jade pendant!"

Jade pendant? I subconsciously touched the jade pendant on my chest and was startled. Fortunately, the jade pendant was still there.

As soon as the black shadow finished speaking, he suddenly spurted out a mouthful of blood from his mouth, and then he died.

He actually committed suicide by taking poison!

At this moment, a dazzling red flare suddenly exploded in the night sky.

not good!

This is the signal from the black-robed messenger!

They'll find it here soon!

I was extremely anxious and hurriedly took Wei Xue back to the cave.

Hao Yang was still unconscious, his face paler than before.

I held his hand tightly and whispered in his ear, "Haoyang, you must wake up! I need you! Our child needs you too!" My voice choked and tears flowed uncontrollably.

As time passed, the noise outside the cave became louder and louder.

I know the enemy is coming.

I wiped my tears, stood up, and looked towards the cave entrance with a determined look.

Wei Xue also struggled to stand up. She covered her injured shoulder, her face pale, but her eyes were firm.

"Wei Yao..." Wei Xue's voice was a little weak, "Give me the jade pendant."

I was stunned for a moment, "What are you going to do?"

Wei Xue didn't answer, but just stretched out her hand and stared at the jade pendant in my hand with burning eyes.

I hesitated for a moment, and finally handed the jade pendant to her.

Wei Xue took the jade pendant, closed her eyes, and muttered something.

Suddenly, the jade pendant emitted a dazzling light, illuminating the entire cave.

At the same time, a powerful force surged out from the jade pendant, enveloping Wei Xue and me...

"Are you ready?" Wei Xue opened her eyes, her eyes full of determination.