Reborn as Powerful Minister's Beloved
Chapter 508 - 487: First Update

Chapter 508: Chapter 487: First Update

"What are they... going to do?" A frightened voice, undefined as to who uttered it, accurately reflected the mindset of everyone in the camp at that moment.

In the dark, over ten shadowy figures just stood under the night sky, motionless, as were the ghost shadows above. No, not everyone was motionless; outside these shadows, dozens more were slowly approaching the camp. Unhurriedly, each of their steps made one’s scalp tingle.

What’s more, some already took a silent step back. This soundless fear reminded everyone of all that had happened in the camp, giving them an ominous feeling.

"General—" Zhu Ping and Bao Xing immediately flanked General Ling, cautiously observing their surroundings as a tense atmosphere slowly spread.

General Ling watched the approaching shadows with calm. These figures, which had no ghost shadows above their heads, seemed to emanate a terrifying aura silently. He dared not underestimate these shadows and felt that these people might even be more fearsome than those controlling the ghost shadows.

"Ready—" General Ling commanded sharply, prompting the soldiers to brace for battle, with swords and blades gleaming coldly as they were drawn from their sheaths.

The Black Shadow People completely disregarded the camp’s movement, and as the figures drew closer, one could see how fast they were moving, with the cold wind fluttering their sleeves noisily.

The Black Shadow People charged directly at the camp, causing the formation to emit a blinding silver light. They seemed specifically to target the formation, scattering a series of objects toward it, immediately followed by crackling sounds as flames shot up into the air.

The expression on Ju Nanyi’s face changed. Realizing the danger, he yelled loudly for the Fire Order Squad to surge forth, directly towards the Black Shadow People. Zhu Ping also shouted vigorously. Before the others could react, Zhu Ping’s men charged out too, but they were a step too late. The enveloping net had not been cast yet, and the power of the formation had not yet dispersed, causing the charging soldiers to be repelled instantly.

"Bang, bang, bang—" As if hitting a wall, they were flung away. General Ling’s expression turned unsightly as he watched his soldiers fall in an instant. Zhu Ping, cursing, recklessly charged forward, unable to be stopped.

Seeing Zhu Ping surge forward, Ju Nanyi immediately followed, with Yu Yuan and the rest of the Fire Order Squad brothers trailing closely, clanging their weapons. A few dozen figures immediately entangled with the Black Shadow People.

The brothers in the camp, seeing these Black Shadow People surrounded and realizing they were indeed human, felt less afraid and instantly tried to extinguish the flames within the formation.

Just as everyone eagerly wanted to help, the Black Shadow People suddenly soared into the air. Their wide black robes resembled the wings of a gigantic bat, as they flew a dozen feet away, dodging the encirclement of Ju Nanyi and the others.

The members of the Fire Order Squad immediately gave chase, their swords slicing through the air with fierce sounds that boosted everyone’s confidence. The people in the camp became restless, ready to rush out to assist, immediately looking toward General Ling and Bao Xing, prepared to act.

General Ling remained cool and composed, his eyes fixed on the battle before him. These were humans? Now, General Ling was almost certain these were humans, and they must be of a high level within Ghoul Ravine.

"General—" Won’t you lend a hand now?

General Ling snapped to his senses. He still couldn’t figure out why the Ghoul Ravine was suddenly targeting them. Although they had some conflicts at the border with the Ghoul Ravine, they had been restrained, so why did the Ghoul Ravine target them?

"General—" Bao Xing couldn’t sit still anymore. Although their men had trapped the Black Shadow People, anyone could see that a quick battle was the best strategy since Ghost Shadows were approaching from behind and they couldn’t afford to waste time.

Seeing this, General Ling was about to nod when suddenly, the Black Shadow People collectively charged into the air and formed a large circle, bypassing those below and rushing directly towards the Formation.

It seemed as if, from beginning to end, their target was this Formation.

"Protect the Formation—" Ju Nanyi shouted loudly. Having always been composed, Ju Nanyi speaking now meant that the situation was extremely urgent. However, with dozens of Black Shadow People collectively charging the Formation, simply wanting to stop them wasn’t enough as two guards from the Fire Order Squad who tried to intercept were sent flying and were dead by the time they hit the ground.

The soldiers in the camp instantly gasped in shock but still charged forward, knowing death was likely, especially at such a critical moment.

"Damn it, let me go—" Zhu Ping charged over, grabbing the Soul Locking Net. He nodded quickly to his brothers and leaped into the air, throwing the net over the group of Black Shadow People who were only about ten feet from the Formation and successfully trapping them inside it.

"Hiss—" Once the net covered the Black Shadow People, they immediately began emitting black smoke.

General Ling’s expression shifted. They indeed were people from the Ghoul Ravine, but why was the Ghoul Ravine relentless in pursuing them? Before they could understand, the fighting before their eyes was heart-stopping. The Black Shadow People struggled frantically under the Soul Locking Net, always on the verge of breaking free.

"Hold it—" Zhu Ping shouted. Members of the Fire Order Squad rushed forward, helping Zhu Ping hold the Soul Locking Net. However, with so many Black Shadow People inside, the Soul Locking Net was in peril.

The eight people holding the four corners of the Soul Locking Net were tossed about by the Black Shadow People, at risk of being flung out at any moment.

Everyone’s palms were sweating. But then, two people were thrown out. Before anyone could replace them, a Black Shadow Person had already burst out of the net. Though it was a swift moment, Ju Nanyi quickly pulled up another net and charged forward, understood by the guards of the Fire Order Squad who then helped him seize the other corners. Instantly, another Soul Locking Net spread out and swiftly enveloped the escaped prey.

"Tighten it—" Zhu Ping shouted. Dozens of people in the air pulled hard on the four corners of the net, finally bringing down the Black Shadow People. Several soldiers charged forward, quickly sprinkling black water into the net, which emitted a pungent odor. The next moment, torches were thrown into the net, and immediately, flames shot up.

Screams filled the air and a scorched smell overwhelmed them. In the firelight, the Black Shadow People struggled frantically, slowly turning into charred bodies.