Netherworld Retrograde

Chapter 934: Chapter 443

To evade the pursuing soldiers behind them, Cheese untied the tattered armor on Li Ye Lai and jumped with him into the raging river.

She threw out two Golden Peas again, allowing the two Imitative Heavenly Soldiers to wear her black windbreaker and Li Ye Lai’s armor and helmet, and continue advancing ahead. They would disperse after covering a certain distance.

Since the tracking is done by falcons and hounds, this might mislead the pursuing soldiers behind.

Moreover, the water can wash away the scent from them to interrupt the track to a certain extent.

At the same time, Cheese took away the Champion Cloak from Li Ye Lai.

At this moment, it’s no longer possible to attract enemies.

Cheese quietly sank to the depths of the river with Li Ye Lai, becoming one with the waters.

As they continued to deepen into the riverbed, the surrounding light grew dimmer and dimmer.

But for them, this was not a major problem.

They both have the blessing of Underwater Breathing, and Cheese possesses Dark Vision, allowing her to navigate freely in the pitch-black waters.

‘It’s safer here.’

Cheese thought as she looked at the dim riverbed, but she still did not relax her vigilance, as the abilities of Spiritual Ability Users are varied and unimaginable; perhaps there are even more unique means of pursuit.

She picked up Li Ye Lai, carried the backpack, and continued walking towards the depths of the riverbed.

In this situation, she dare not use the Spiritual Barrier, causing her clothes to be soaked by the river water, feeling a hint of chill.

She subconsciously held Li Ye Lai tighter, supporting his head so that he could lean on her shoulders and neck, as if trying to transmit her entire strength to him. Feeling Li Ye Lai’s breath and heartbeat gave her some reassurance.

‘You saved me many times, and I said I’d devote myself to you, but you didn’t understand. Now, it’s my turn to save you, so you must devote yourself to me.’ Cheese whispered: ‘If you don’t speak, I’ll take it as your consent…’

Naturally, the unconscious Li Ye Lai could not respond, as he exhaled a small bubble with Underwater Breathing. The bubble grazed Cheese’s neck and cheek, floating upwards.

….

Meanwhile, two minutes later.

The pursuit team led by Qing Jiao City Lord himself arrived at the riverbank.

The hounds on the other bank caught the scent and immediately signaled to the Wanxiang or Delirium Spirit Users in the team.

“The scent continues towards the northwest.” a Delirium Spirit User with Virtual Realm Beast Language responded: “But some scent seems to have washed away, it’s a bit vague.”

“Ha, as expected, outsiders. That direction is the area of Ruo Hai City State, they have long pledged allegiance to Lord Fallen Wish, and are likely also dispatching search teams now.” A City State Strong People sneered: “They are walking right into the trap!”

“Then we should hurry more… if our city-state can welcome back that Champion Agent, Lord Fallen Wish will surely grant blessings. Can’t let the Ruo Hai City State snatch the opportunity!”

Immediately, there were anxious pursuit teams crossing the river, intending to continue the chase.

After all, the city-states are in a competitive relationship; they resent handing such opportunities over.

Among them, the elite of the Jile Sect shouted: “Remember, regardless of what happens, you must protect the Champion Agent. Don’t let him face any threats!”

“Yes!” The Spiritual Ability Users responded quickly but noticed that Qing Jiao City Lord frowned and stayed in place.

“City Lord! What are you hesitating about? Aren’t you most eager for an outsider artifact?”

“We couldn’t touch the previous captives, but this time you can fulfill your wish.”

Several officers urged, seeing they were about to catch up with the target. They had no desire to delay.

They were well aware of Qing Jiao City Lord’s quirks, and to please him, these nobles put in effort finding those young and attractive girls or boys among civilians or slaves. Often, these individuals became the City Lord’s collection.

And the City Lord actually wanted to collect outsiders, but the Jile Sect didn’t allow it.

Now, there was an opportunity. The Jile Sect only wished to regain the Champion Agent, and paid little mind to other official strong individuals.

“Shut up, you fools.” The attendant of Qing Jiao City Lord spoke: “Lord City seems to have sensed something.”

Just as the attendant said, Qing Jiao City Lord frowned looking over the river.

Back years ago, he acquired a blessing. After all, for a Spiritual Ability User like him, easily indulged by desires, corruption by the Jile was easy.

Presently, his blessing power subtly guided him to look at the river.

The prey is underwater? And seemingly, it’s a highly appetizing prey?

“Dispatch a group to follow the scent, the rest will enter the river with me.” Qing Jiao City Lord stated.

“This river connects to Qing Lake, there might be dangerous Extraordinary Creatures.” an officer reminded.

“That’s exactly why we’ll ignore here with this thought process.” Qing Jiao City Lord sneered.

On the other side, Cheese was like a ghost, darting with Li Ye Lai in the riverbed.

First executing a rescue operation, following by carrying an adult male with a backpack sprinting over ten kilometers, and then diving underwater to act.

Even though Cheese was a Five Senses Spiritual Ability User, at this moment she felt fatigue.

But she still dare not linger, as there were Spiritual Energy fluctuations from behind.

Have the pursuing soldiers not given up, and started searching the river course?

This made Cheese’s heart sink; now she was hidden in the river bottom, unwilling to use spiritual energy. Only relying on physical power to move.

In terms of speed, naturally, she couldn’t keep pace with those unfettered chasing soldiers.