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Chapter 616 The Mighty Red Python (1)_1

Chapter 616: Chapter 616 The Mighty Red Python (1)_1

"Thud thud thud—"

On the broad highway, dozens of steeds galloped from afar, resembling swift-moving dark clouds under the night sky.

Mo Yan and Xiao Ruiyuan were encircled in the middle by fifty Imperial Secret Guards, advancing towards the direction of Jing City at a very high speed. The four animals, whose senses were far more acute than humans, coordinated tacitly. Dabai and Mao Tuan led the way in front, ready to alert the rest of the party in case of any disturbances, while Little Flower Red Python hovered at the back to prevent any surprise attacks from behind.

The Golden Beast, carrying Mo Yan on its back, deliberately slowed its pace, running side by side with Xiao Ruiyuan’s mount. Its fearsome presence, however, urged all the horses to exceed their usual speeds considerably.

Therefore, in less than half an hour, they were only fifty miles away from Jing City.

Perhaps it was because there were too many of them, making the party seem daunting, or the deterrence of the Golden Beast was too strong; the journey was remarkably smooth, without even a rabbit in sight.

Seeing that another half an hour would bring them to Jing City, Mo Yan, looking somewhat relaxed, turned to Xiao Ruiyuan, who was riding alongside her, and said, "Bro Xiao, time is of the essence. Once we reach the South City Gate, let’s split up. You go to Jingshan Villa to get Red Python’s Gallbladder, and I’ll go back to Liu Yang Village to get Black Lingzhi and Ginseng. We’ll meet back at the South City Gate afterwards."

"No way!" Xiao Ruiyuan’s brow furrowed as he immediately, without hesitation, rejected the idea: "It’s not safe for you to enter the mountains alone. I’ll accompany you!"

The corner of Mo Yan’s eye twitched as her gaze swept over the fifty Dark Guards. Weren’t they considered people?

"Bro Xiao, with the five beasts around, you don’t need to worry! Besides, the mountain terrain is complex, and it’s even harder to navigate at night. With the Golden Beast to carry me, collecting the Black Lingzhi will actually be faster."

The Black Lingzhi was in the Space; even if she had to pretend to go into the mountains, she needed to make it look convincing. With so many people following her, she would have to find a way to send them away later, wouldn’t that be a waste of time?

After hearing her reasoning, Xiao Ruiyuan felt there was some sense to it and was about to agree when a loud warning roar from Little Flower suddenly came from behind. He immediately reined in his horse and turned his head, his gaze as sharp as ever.

The other secret guards also reined in their steeds and stopped, their faces hidden by black cloths showing vigilance. The Dark Guard at the rear quickly dismounted, crouched down, his head touching the ground. After a short while, he stood up and bowed to Xiao Ruiyuan, saying, "General Xiao, five miles away, there is a troop of riders heading rapidly towards us, their numbers still unknown."

Xiao Ruiyuan’s brow tightened, and he said in a deep voice, "Time is critical; there’s no need to bother with them! If anyone dares to obstruct us... kill—without—mercy!" The final words carried waves of murderous intent!

The Dark Guards grew stern and responded in unison, "Yes!"

If those riders were merely passing by, it would have been fine, but if it was some Prince who had got wind of their plans and specifically sent them to hinder their return to the city, they must not be entangled with them. They all knew that the Crown Prince’s condition could not afford any delay!

The group continued to spur their horses forward, and under the pressure exerted by the Golden Beast, the horses increased their speed to the maximum. Fortunately, these were all prized steeds, selected for their exceptional stamina and endurance. Although the frantic galloping was stressful, it wasn’t lethal to them.

The Golden Beast too quickened its pace, and Mo Yan squinted, watching the trees on either side of the road rapidly recede into the background. The sound of the horses’ thudding hooves could no longer be heard, only the whistling of the wind as it rushed past her ears.

While the air was still thick with the dust raised by the horses’ hooves, the riders from behind caught up at an incredible speed. These men were not masked and looked ferocious, exuding a fierce banditry, much like robbers specialized in looting!