In any case, the Vermilion Bird Bureau is, after all, a part of the Court.

Yan Qi, as a Captain of the Vermilion Bird Bureau, couldn't openly clash with the Cyan Dragon Bureau, the Profound Celestial Temple, or the Bingzhou Army.

This matter wasn't within the Vermilion Bird Bureau's responsibilities, and she lacked sufficient reason to intervene.

Moreover, Yan Qi couldn't stop this group of pursuers.

The only thing she could do was throw a few Thunder Shocks to delay them for a moment.

As for whether Chen Tang could escape unharmed, it all depended on his own fate.

Just seeing Chen Tang disregard his own life for that girl, stepping forward bravely, she felt some admiration but couldn't help but wonder.

How long had it been since he parted with the Eldest Princess, and now he was risking life and death with another beautiful girl?

He even caused such a huge commotion, like making a promise worth a thousand gold.

If this was reported, the Eldest Princess, suppressing her anger, might shove a Thunder Shock into his mouth the next time they meet...

...

Before long, Chen Tang and Lu Qing arrived outside that deep forest and rushed in.

Chen Tang kept whistling.

Before long, a figure leapt out from the jungle, with disheveled hair, a growth on its forehead, and an extremely ugly appearance, it was the Thunder Leopard.

Ever since the Thunder Leopard followed Chen Tang, it had been well-fed and taken care of.

The Thunder Leopard's hair was still somewhat messy, but it looked shiny and its build was much taller and sturdier than before.

Upon seeing Chen Tang, the Thunder Leopard shook its head affectionately, rubbed its cheek against Chen Tang's, and kept looking back, as if indicating something.

The Thunder Leopard was very perceptive; this action surely had a meaning.

Chen Tang looked in that direction.

Soon, a figure sprang from the jungle, lean, with long arms and a sturdy, taciturn aura between his brows. It was precisely Song Wu, whom they had parted with earlier.

"Brother Song, why are you here?"

Lu Qing asked in surprise upon seeing the person.

Song Wu nodded to Chen Tang and Lu Qing, saying, "I was going to leave Bingzhou, but then heard some news indicating you might be in trouble, so the Jade Flute Fairy wanted to come back and see if we could help."

"Did Fairy Sister come too?"

Lu Qing asked in delight.

She held unspeakable admiration for the Jade Flute Fairy.

Not far away, a woman wearing a pale green robe tapped her toes on the branch, gliding over several times, carrying a jade flute at her waist and an ancient sword strapped to her back, exuding a leisurely and transcendent air—it was the Jade Flute Fairy!

Judging by her state, she had probably recovered from her injuries.

"Fairy Sister!"

Lu Qing waved and greeted her.

Chen Tang cupped his hands with a smile, "Didn't expect us to meet again."

The Jade Flute Fairy nodded slightly to Lu Qing, then turned to Chen Tang, glancing at the Thunder Leopard with a subtle smile and asked in her melodious voice, "How could you not have expected it, young hero?"

"Uh..."

Chen Tang, as if his thoughts had been exposed, blushed.

Back then, he had sent the Thunder Leopard away carrying the Jade Flute Fairy partly to divert the experts from Bingzhou City, and partly in hope of a chance to meet again.

However, having this little thought seen through and directly pointed out was rather embarrassing.

Are all fairies this straightforward in conversation?

Before Chen Tang could respond, the Jade Flute Fairy softly said, "Thank you for your help earlier, young hero. You should leave now; I can hold them off for a moment here."

This indeed helped Chen Tang out of his awkwardness.

It wasn't the time for idle talk now.

The pursuers were coming; they needed to leave quickly.

Chen Tang said in a serious tone, "There are many skilled pursuers behind us, making a bigger scene than at Bingzhou City; you two mustn't force yourselves."

Given the Jade Flute Fairy's and Song Wu's strengths, they were undoubtedly stronger than Chen Tang and Lu Qing.

Chen Tang didn't push his luck but just gave a reminder.

Song Wu said, "Don't worry, I've set up some simple traps here to aid our escape."

Chen Tang nodded, mounted the horse, and Lu Qing leaped up, sitting behind him.

"I don't deserve the title of 'young hero'. Just call me Chen Tang."

Before parting, Chen Tang said to the Jade Flute Fairy.

"So your name is Chen Tang."

Lu Qing muttered.

Song Wu said, "Brother Chen, take care."

The Jade Flute Fairy said nothing, just nodded slightly and turned her head away.

Chen Tang sighed in his heart.

This fairy truly doesn't know how to chat.

I've already introduced myself. By rights, you should tell me your name too.

"Why aren't you leaving?"

The Jade Flute Fairy curiously asked as she saw Chen Tang just looking at her without speaking.

Chen Tang cleared his throat and asked, "May I ask, what's your name, fairy?"

Song Wu nearly dropped his jaw in shock.

Lu Qing secretly pinched the skin at Chen Tang's waist.

The Jade Flute Fairy gave him an annoyed look.

This person is quite something.

Even at this time, he asks this.

She hesitated for a moment but still softly said, "My name is Ye Yushi."

Song Wu's eyes lit up, showing a complex expression, secretly giving Chen Tang a thumbs-up.

The Jade Flute Fairy was not only the top of Nanxia's Human Ranking but also hailed by many in Jianghu as the first beauty of the Nanxia Martial World.

Even in Nanxia, people only knew the name Jade Flute, not her real name.

Even those acquainted wouldn't dare ask rashly, fearing to offend her and be impolite.

Unexpectedly, Chen Tang had asked today.

Song Wu felt as if he had gained something of value, finding this trip worthwhile.

"Haha!"

Chen Tang laughed and said, "Miss Ye, see you in Jianghu another day!"

Before the laughter faded, Chen Tang had already galloped away, disappearing into the forest.

Soon, the sound of weapons clashing came from behind, accompanied by the melodious sound of a flute.

The forest in Bingzhou was dense.

The Thunder Leopard ran through the forest not very fast.

After about the time it takes for half an incense stick to burn, Chen Tang heard a strange sound of wind from far behind, quickly turned to look, and couldn't help but feel a heavy heart.

A figure was holding a long spear, leaping from the tree trunks in the mountains and forests, feet not touching the ground, moving extremely fast, chasing them down!

"It's Yuwen Dong!"

Lu Qing recognized the person.

Yuwen Dong looked somewhat different from before, without the silver armor, his face paler, as if he had just experienced a fierce battle.

This person should have been chasing her father.

Appearing here at this moment, who knows how her father is, whether he's safe?

Lu Qing frowned tightly, heart full of worry.

"So fast in catching up?"

Chen Tang slightly frowned.

After a moment's reflection, he understood.

The dense forest restricted the Thunder Leopard's speed.

Yuwen Dong abandoned his mount and used his Lightweight Skill to chase; the surrounding trees barely hindered him.

Continuing to escape in the dense forest would undoubtedly get them caught by Yuwen Dong!

Chen Tang patted the Thunder Leopard, slightly changed direction, and galloped towards the other side.

Ahead lay the official road.

On the official road, there were many travelers, making them an obvious target and hard to conceal their whereabouts, possibly facing a blockade.

But on the open road, the Thunder Leopard could run freely, at least shaking off Yuwen Dong, losing the pursuers behind, temporarily getting rid of the danger!

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