Read Novel Full Chapter 1438: Chapter 742: How Dare You
Chapter 1438: Chapter 742: How Dare You
“If this continues, he’ll die!”
Gu Sheng glanced at her, his gaze indifferent.
“If not for the employer’s sake, I’d even consider leaving him behind.”
On the battlefield, Xie He’s eyes turned red, he suddenly bit his tongue, spitting out a mouthful of Essence Blood.
“Blood Burst Technique!”
Gu Sheng frowned.
“A Secret Technique that burns life span? Foolish.”
Just as Xie He’s blood surged, ready to fight to the death, an almost imperceptible mental wave flickered across Gu Sheng’s brow.
The Spirit Cat Demon Beast that was about to pounce suddenly froze, blood spewing from its eyes and ears.
“Sky-breaking Sword Technique!”
A silver light flashed, and the Spirit Cat Demon Beast didn’t even have time to scream before it was slashed mid-air into two pieces, its organs and blood scattered everywhere.
Xie He stood there in a daze, the backlash from the Blood Burst Technique causing blood to trickle from the corner of his mouth.
He stared blankly at Gu Sheng’s graceful motion as he sheathed his sword, then looked down at the demon beast corpse split in half on the ground.
“You…”
Xie He’s voice was hoarse.
Gu Sheng didn’t even glance at him, turning instead to Xie Qingxuan.
“Clean up, it’s getting dark soon.”
Xie Qingxuan quickly ran to Xie He’s side, taking out medicinal powder from her bosom to stop his bleeding. Xie He, however, pushed her away and staggered over to Gu Sheng.
“Why did you save me?”
Xie He asked through gritted teeth, feeling more humiliated by being saved by someone he had always disliked than he did by his injuries.
Gu Sheng only then looked at him directly, his eyes indifferent.
“I saved you because you are still useful.”
Xie He’s fists clenched tightly, but he only managed to squeeze out two words through his teeth.
“…Thank you.”
Xie Qingxuan said softly to Gu Sheng.
“Qin, thank you. I know you actually…”
“Don’t misunderstand.”
Gu Sheng interrupted her.
“I just don’t want to stay up guarding a severely injured burden at night.”
He pointed at Xie He’s wounds.
“With his cultivation, these injuries won’t be fatal. But the blood scent will attract more demon beasts.”
Xie He scoffed.
“What, now you resent me for holding you back?”
Gu Sheng suddenly showed a smile that made Xie He’s skin crawl.
“Quite the opposite. I have a plan that needs your cooperation.”
“What plan?”
Xie Qingxuan asked curiously.
“Have him run a few laps and lure all nearby demon beasts over.”
Gu Sheng pointed to the depths of the dense forest.
“I’ll kill them from behind. Using the blood scent to disperse other demon beasts is more effective than passive defense.”
Xie He’s eyes widened.
“You want to use me as bait?”
“You can also choose to refuse.”
Gu Sheng shrugged indifferently.
“However, at night demon beasts are active; if we don’t clear a safe area before setting up camp, no one will be able to sleep well.”
Xie Qingxuan looked at Xie He with concern.
“But his injuries…”
“Running can speed up blood circulation and help the wound clot.”
Gu Sheng’s tone was as calm as if he were discussing the weather.
“Of course, if you’re afraid—”
“I’ll go!”
Xie He interrupted him abruptly, anger igniting in his eyes.
“It’s just a few beasts!”
Gu Sheng nodded with satisfaction, and told Xie Qingxuan.
“You stay here and set up a simple camp. Remember, don’t light a fire.”
Xie Qingxuan wanted to say something else, but seeing Gu Sheng’s unquestionable expression, she could only nod.
“Be careful.”
Xie He snorted coldly, grabbed his long knife, and walked towards the depths of the dense forest.
Gu Sheng followed behind, not too fast, maintaining a distance of five steps.
“Run, bait should look like bait.”
Gu Sheng’s voice came from behind.
Xie He’s forehead veins popped, yet he still quickened his pace with a limp. Blood seeped from the wound on his back, dripping onto the dead leaves, making a slight “tap, tap” sound.
Xie He clutched the wound on his left shoulder and ran through the dense forest, blood continuously drumming from between his fingers, leaving a trail of dark red stains on the dead leaves.
He panted heavily, the taste of rust filling his throat, but he dared not stop his steps.
“Damn Gu Sheng!”
Xie He gritted his teeth, eyes full of rancor.
“If not for you, how would I be so embarrassed in front of Qingxuan!”
The night wind carried the scent of blood in all directions, making Xie He tremble, an icy intent wrapping around his back.
He turned sharply, pupils contracting—two scarlet points closing in fast from the darkness.
“Blood Moon Wolf King?”
Xie He’s heart pounded, the shadow of the Earth Martial Realm peak beast from the day still haunting him.
He instinctively reached for his waist, only to realize his sword had long been broken in the earlier battle.
Even more shocking, Gu Sheng’s figure had vanished without a trace.
“Could it be…”
Xie He’s throat bobbed, a thought flashed.
“He took Qingxuan and fled?”
“Thinking this, he inexplicably felt a sense of relief, a bitter smile pulling at his lips.
“Well… at least if I die here, Qingxuan will…”
“Awooooo—!”
The deafening wolf howl interrupted his thoughts, the sound wave shaking leaves from the trees.
Xie He’s legs wobbled, yet he fought hard to take a battle stance.
However, the expected attack didn’t come, that terrifying intent suddenly shifted, rushing towards the other side of the forest.
Xie He froze in place, cold sweat soaking his back.
“What happened?”
He hesitated a moment, involuntarily following the direction where the aura disappeared.
Three hundred meters away, Gu Sheng stood with his hands behind his back, his black robe fluttering in the night breeze.
Ten meters in front of him, a giant wolf shaped like a mountain bared its teeth, growling lowly.
Under the moonlight, the wolf king’s silver-white fur glinted with blood, a crescent-shaped pattern on its forehead dripping red.
“Broke through to the Heavenly Martial Realm?”
Gu Sheng raised an eyebrow, observing the still-unsettled violent aura on the wolf king.
“Seems Meng Xiao’s men provided you quite the feast.”
The Blood Moon Wolf King clawed at the earth, leaving deep scratches on the rocks.