The Unparalleled Sword Emperor Chapter 2739 - 2714: Zheng Family Warrior?

In the southeastern reaches, hundreds of Tang Family warriors advanced as one, storming towards the Dragon City Mountain Range.

Tang Yang promptly inquired, "Miss Yuezhi, what is our next move? Should we proceed directly to Dragon City, or perhaps seek refuge within the Dragon City Mountain Range for a time? We could then emerge at dawn tomorrow to contend for the Commander Flag!"

Discussions regarding their subsequent strategy ensued between Tang Yang and Tang Yuezhi.

Tang Yuezhi voiced her concern softly, "However, if we linger in the Dragon City Mountain Range, there are Demon Beasts here whose power rivals that of the Wending Realm. Should we encounter such creatures, I fear we wouldn't stand a chance!"

Listening intently, Lin Bai seemed to grasp the intricacies of their predicament.

Proceeding to Dragon City at this moment, while offering a chance to seize the Commander Flag, would necessitate defending it until dawn, as per the Dragon City Battle's regulations.

During this critical period, the flag holder becomes the primary target for the other seven Families' assaults – a clearly perilous course of action!

Conversely, if the Tang Family opted to delay their entry into Dragon City and remain within the mountain range, the presence of Wending Realm Demon Beasts posed a significant threat. With their current numbers, the Tang Family warriors would be utterly insufficient to fend off such a formidable danger.

For a brief moment, the Tang Family warriors found themselves ensnared in a difficult choice.

Tang Yuezhi, unable to arrive at a decision, watched as the hundreds of warriors awaited her command.

A solemn expression settled upon Tang Yuezhi's face as she glanced back at Lin Bai.

Lin Bai perceived from her gaze that Tang Yuezhi was seeking his counsel.

Lin Bai responded with a hint of resignation, "Let us proceed to the vicinity of Dragon City. We can establish a temporary position near the city, but not too distant, to ensure the Commander Flag doesn't fall into other hands before we have adequate time to contest it!"

"We shall enter Dragon City before dawn tomorrow, after waiting just outside its perimeter!"

"Furthermore, should we encounter any Demon Beasts outside the city, we can retreat into Dragon City for safety, effectively providing ourselves with an escape route," Lin Bai stated calmly.

Upon hearing Lin Bai's reasoning, Tang Yuezhi's countenance brightened. "What Guest Official Lin Bai has proposed is sound. We shall wait near Dragon City, without venturing too far!"

"This approach allows us ample opportunity to gather intelligence from within Dragon City, and should we face Demon Beasts, we possess a ready means of retreat."

"This strategy is truly a win-win," Tang Yuezhi declared, her face radiating with joy.

When Tang Yuezhi looked at Lin Bai once more, a subtle hint of admiration and delight flickered in her eyes.

Without delay, Tang Yuezhi issued the order for the Tang Family warriors to make their way towards Dragon City.

And precisely at that moment!

A sudden disturbance erupted from the dense forest ahead.

Countless leaves were violently tossed into the air.

"Enemy!"

"Enemy!"

The Tang Family warriors immediately shouted out, their voices sharp.

Tang Yuezhi and Tang Yang fixed their gazes forward, their expressions hardening.

Lin Bai followed their line of sight.

Erupting from the thick woods, a warrior, drenched in blood, burst forth in a frantic sprint. His steps were hurried, his expression one of sheer terror, as if he had witnessed a phantom, fleeing desperately towards the Tang Family warriors.

"Help, help..."

The young warrior fled in sheer desperation, crying out as he ran.

"Who are you?" Tang Yuezhi's voice was like ice.

The young warrior looked up, his face instantly lit with relief upon seeing the hundreds of Tang Family warriors. He quickly moved towards them, pleading, "Are you Tang Family warriors? Please, save me, save me!"

"I am a warrior of the Zheng Family. We were attacked by Demon Beasts up ahead; all the Zheng Family warriors were slain!"

"Save me..."

"Save me..."

The young warrior implored Tang Yuezhi with utmost urgency.

"What? Demon Beasts ahead? All Zheng Family warriors annihilated?" Tang Yuezhi exclaimed in surprise. "What kind of Demon Beast was it?"

The young warrior stammered, "It was a Demon Beast of the Wending Realm. We were completely outmatched!"

Tang Yuezhi's expression turned grave.

Tang Yang approached Tang Yuezhi, murmuring, "The path leading directly to Dragon City passes through here. If a Demon Beast intended to set an ambush, this would indeed be a strategic location,"

The young warrior quickly added, "We of the Zheng Family had intended to proceed directly to Dragon City, but we never anticipated encountering such a Demon Beast!"

"Tang Family warriors, if you spare my life, I can reveal a shortcut to Dragon City!"

The young warrior urged, his voice filled with desperation.

Tang Yuezhi responded coldly, "Then, let us hear this shortcut."

The young warrior stated, "If I guide you via the shortcut, you must guarantee my safe passage into Dragon City..."

Tang Yuezhi's brow furrowed.

Tang Yang interjected, "According to his account, if the entire Zheng Family is deceased, his own survival holds little consequence for our Tang Family."

Upon hearing Tang Yang's logical assessment, Tang Yuezhi immediately declared, "Very well, I promise you."

With sheer delight, the young warrior exclaimed, "Thank you, Miss of the Tang Family, please accompany me!"

Having spoken, the young warrior turned and headed in a different direction.

Tang Yuezhi was just about to follow.

"Wait!" At that precise moment, Lin Bai chuckled and called out.

The young warrior paused, his gaze swinging back to Lin Bai.

Lin Bai then addressed Tang Yuezhi, stating, "There's no need for a detour; we shall proceed this way!"

Upon hearing this, Tang Yang sharply retorted, "Guest Official Lin Bai, have you lost your mind? Did you not hear that the Zheng family encountered Demon Beasts further ahead? If we press on now, we'll undoubtedly be annihilated by those beasts!"

Tang Yuezhi also softly added, "Indeed, Lin Bai. Our current strength is already diminished. If some of us fall to the Demon Beasts, we may truly forfeit our chance to vie for the Commander Flag."

Lin Bai, however, merely shook his head, a faint smile playing on his lips that carried a hint of resignation.

At this juncture, Lin Bai looked towards the young warrior ahead and simply declared, "Friend, you have approached the wrong individuals. If your intention is to lure and slay warriors, seek out others from different Families instead!"

The young warrior, taken aback by Lin Bai's bold statement, questioned, "Brother, what is the meaning of your words?"

Lin Bai's smile gradually turned icy as he responded, "My meaning is exceedingly straightforward: Begone... or I shall put you down!"

The young warrior, incensed, shot back, "I kindly offered to guide you via a shortcut and even warned you of the Demon Beasts ahead, yet you treat me in such a manner!"

"I should have simply allowed you to march towards your own demise!"

"Very well, if you insist on proceeding, go forth and embrace death!"

The young warrior declared with palpable anger.

Having uttered these words, the young warrior turned to depart.

Tang Yang swiftly called out, "Brother, please hold!"

The young warrior halted, casting a look back at the warriors of the Tang Family.

Tang Yuezhi also regarded Lin Bai with a measure of surprise, unable to fathom the reason behind his harsh words.

Tang Yang stated icily, "Guest Official Lin Bai, cease your nonsensical declarations, or I shall be the first to show you no leniency!"

Witnessing the bewilderment etched on Tang Yuezhi's face.

And the fury radiating from Tang Yang's expression.

Lin Bai spoke with a smile devoid of warmth, "You are truly a collection of simpletons. If individuals like you are deemed worthy of entering Dragon City for the Commander Flag, then Black Water City is undeniably doomed!"

"Very well, considering the Tang Family bestowed upon me the 'Houtu Divine Thunder Skill,' I shall reluctantly lend my aid!"

Lin Bai cast a disdainful glance at Tang Yang and Tang Yuezhi, his voice carrying a cold edge.

At that instant, Lin Bai's gaze shifted to the young warrior, a sneer gracing his lips, "You can't even conceal your true nature, like a fox unable to hide its tail; what sort of fox are you, then?"