Daqin: The beginning of the collapse of the sky, sweeping across the Western Regions

Yan Lingji held Qin Tian's hand tightly, and the two of them hid from Bai Yifei and his men.

Despite the critical situation, Qin Tian seemed unexpectedly calm, as if they were not escaping from pursuit but enjoying a spring stroll.

The corners of his mouth rose slightly, revealing an imperceptible smile of confidence, which made people wonder what confidence he had to be so calm.

In comparison, Yan Lingji seemed a little flustered.

At this time, Yan Lingji's eyes wandered around, and she looked back from time to time, fearing that Bai Yifei's men would suddenly jump out from some corner.

Fine beads of sweat oozed out of her palms due to nervousness, wetting their clasped hands.

However, Qin Tian's calmness made Yan Lingji feel a little comforted.

She tried her best to keep her rhythm consistent with Qin Tian. Her steps were quick but not chaotic, and her heartbeat was fast but not panicky.

After a clever detour, they hid in a narrow alley.

The road here is winding, with high walls made of bluestone on both sides. The walls are covered with traces of time - moss and vines are interwoven into natural murals.

Although it was noon, the sunlight seemed to be blocked by an invisible barrier, unable to penetrate the haze of the alley.

Only sporadic spots of light shone through the cracks and shone on the stone road, as if stars were falling in the dark night sky.

Yan Lingji's mood became increasingly heavy as the environment became darker.

The dimness and desolation of the alley seemed to foreshadow her future fate, and she felt waves of uneasiness welling up in her heart.

She couldn't help but think of how she was dragged into this dispute and turned from a carefree girl into a prey pursued by everyone.

She had no answer as to what the future would be like, and could only hold Qin Tian's hand tightly, seeking a little psychological comfort and support.

Qin Tian still maintained his calmness, like a steady mountain.

He lowered his head and smiled at Yan Lingji. That smile was full of encouragement and confidence, as if telling her: "Don't worry, everything will be fine, because I am here."

They continued walking, their footsteps echoing in the narrow space.

Every step is like a fight against fate, and every breath is like a declaration of war against fear.

Their figures gradually disappeared into the darkness, leaving behind only their firm belief and indomitable courage.

The alley seemed to have no end. The further you went in, the dimmer the light became and the colder the air became.

However, Qin Tian's calmness gave Yan Lingji a sense of inexplicable courage, and her mood gradually calmed down.

Finally, they came to the end of the alley, a huge dead end with high walls on all sides and no way out.

Yan Lingji and Qin Tian stopped, they knew they had no way to escape.

Yan Lingji leaned against the wall, breathing heavily, with a feeling of powerlessness in her heart.

However, at this moment, Qin Tian suddenly walked up to her and gently held her shoulders.

"Trust me, we will get through this."

Qin Tian's voice was firm and powerful, like a warm current flowing into Yan Lingji's heart.

Yan Lingji raised her head and looked into Qin Tian's confident eyes. The panic and uneasiness in her heart gradually dissipated.

She nodded to show that she believed him.

Just then, hurried footsteps were heard at the entrance of the alley.

Bai Yifei and his men caught up with them, stood at the entrance of the alley, and looked at them coldly.

Bai Yifei sneered and waved his hand, signaling his men to prepare to take action.

Yan Lingji and Qin Tian stood back to back, staring at the enemy in front of them vigilantly.

"Where do you think you can escape to?" Bai Yifei said disdainfully.

Qin Tian did not answer, he just held Yan Lingji's hand tightly. Their eyes met, and they could understand each other's determination.

The light gradually dimmed at the end of the alley, dark but not pitch black, as if surrounding Yan Lingji and Qin Tian in a cocoon of shadow.

They stood back to back, nervously staring at the entrance of the alley, which was the source of Bai Yifei and his men's pursuit.

There was an oppressive silence in the air, the atmosphere was so tense that it was suffocating. Time seemed to stand still, and everyone could feel the pressure of the coming storm.

Finally, a figure slowly emerged from the alley, and the footsteps became clearer and clearer as they got closer and closer.

Bai Yifei's tall and majestic figure slowly revealed itself. He was wearing a bright red robe, which formed a sharp contrast with the dark environment around him.

The red robe fluttered in the wind, like a burning flame, exuding a hot breath.

However, this heat could not dispel the chill in the alley, but made it even colder.

Bai Yifei's steps were steady and powerful, and each step carried an irresistible momentum.

He stopped when he walked in front of Yan Lingji and Qin Tian.

Bai Yifei's cold eyes first swept over the two of them, and then locked onto Yan Lingji's face.

The corners of his mouth rose slightly, revealing a sarcastic smile, and he seemed very satisfied with the scene before him.

"Yan Lingji, you are really interesting."

Bai Yifei's voice echoed in the narrow space, cold and low, full of mockery and disdain.

"It's fine if he ran away, but he actually dared to bring a stranger to mess up the situation. He really doesn't know how to live or die!"

There was a hint of contempt in his tone, as if he found Yan Lingji's behavior extremely ridiculous.

As he spoke, he turned his gaze to Qin Tian, ​​with a hint of contempt in his eyes.

"It's a pity for this brother. He was originally an outsider, but he was dragged to this point by you."

Yan Lingji's heart tightened. She could feel Qin Tian's hand holding her trembling slightly, which was a sign of his effort to control his emotions.

Indeed, Qin Tian could have stayed out of it. If it weren't for her, he wouldn't be standing in this dark alley at this moment, facing an enemy like Bai Yifei.

Bai Yifei seemed satisfied with Yan Lingji's silence and continued, "However, since you are so determined to take him with you to escape, I can only help you."

"From now on, you will stay in this dark alley together and face the end together."

Yan Lingji took a deep breath and responded coldly: "Bai Yifei, do you really think we will surrender obediently?"

Bai Yifei raised the corner of his mouth slightly, revealing a sneer.

"Oh? Do you still have the strength to resist? In front of me, any struggle is just in vain."

Just as Bai Yifei finished his words, his men began to slowly gather around, forming a circle, tightly encircling Yan Lingji and Qin Tian in the middle.

The eyes of these people were cold and cruel, and the weapons in their hands flashed a chilling light in the dim light.