Awooo, there are little zombies today too.

A few people went in through the gaps among the vines, where the tree roots were intertwined and very thick.

The leaves from above blocked the sunlight from outside, making it seem a little dim. There was a layer of mist in the distance, which made people feel uneasy for no reason.

The outside was fine, but the deeper you went, the darker it got, like six o'clock in the afternoon in winter when the snow had melted, cool and dim.

There are crisscrossing tree roots all around. Unlike ordinary forests, where at least there are sounds of birds and insects, this forest is so quiet that you can hear your own heartbeat.

Unreasonably quiet.

Yu Qingyin looked up and saw a vast expanse of green. The tree roots were so thick that several people couldn't hug them together.

The more Yu Qingyin looked, the more excited she became. She was sure that there were mutated plants here, and more than one. Thinking of this, she couldn't help but quicken her pace.

But Ji Yanli Ren in front of her was walking at a leisurely pace, and she couldn't speak to urge him, so she could only worry.

All of a sudden!

A dozen vines centered around them stopped the arrows from shooting towards them with great force.

Ji Yanli and the other three moved at the same time. Thunder balls, fire balls, water balls, and golden blades flew out. They instantly built a wall of earth on both sides to isolate the damage.

"Bang, bang, bang." Dozens of vines fell down.

It hit the ground, leaving deep holes.

Soon, the roots that had been cut down quickly grew back on their original basis and rushed towards them again.

The thunder gathered and smashed down hard on the tree roots, and the whole place exploded with flames.

The vines turned black in an instant, and turned into ashes when the wind blew.

Yu Qingyin's face was filled with black lines. She suddenly regretted why she told this man that absorbing zombie crystal cores could enhance her superpowers. Now she has no room to display her abilities.

She now had a deep understanding of what it meant to shoot oneself in the foot.

If she continues like this, all these mutant plants will be wiped out by them, and how can she complete her mission?

She had to stop it.

She tugged at the hem of Ji Yanli's dress.

Ji Yanli seemed to sense something. With his palm as the center, lightning and thunder spread out, and the vines rushing over were instantly charred.

He tilted his head slightly and asked in a low voice, "What's wrong?" There was a hint of softness in his cold voice that he himself didn't even notice.

Yu Qingyin pulled his other empty hand and stroked his palm a few times, her fingertips seeming to stroke his heart.

It was as if a small stone was thrown into the originally calm heart, causing ripples.

He calmed himself down and tried to discern what she meant.

Yu Qingyin: There are many mutated plants here. I am fast and these vines can’t catch up with me. I will go and explore the way first.

The familiar BGM sounded in her mind again. Yu Qingyin's eyebrows twitched and she scolded coldly.

"You dog system, are you done yet? Do you still want me to complete the task?"

As soon as she finished speaking, the BGM disappeared in her ears.

A huge red countdown suddenly appeared in the sea of ​​consciousness, ticking away like an accusation.

There are 14:29:39 left before the host's mission fails. Please try your best to complete the mission.

As soon as the system stopped working, her proposal was immediately rejected by Ji Yanli.

"No, it's too dangerous for you to act alone..." He paused for a moment, as if to cover up something, and added, "I promised Aunt Yu to protect you."

Lin Yucheng looked tense, dropped a fireball, and echoed: "Qingyin, you are powerful, but there are many dangers here, and it is too unknown. It is safest for us to act together."

Lin Yuqing also advised: "Yes, Qingyin, although you are powerful, two fists cannot beat four hands. It is safest for us to act together."

As soon as she finished speaking, the soil beneath their feet suddenly loosened.

Just as Yu Qingyin made a move, someone was one step faster than her, grabbed her waist and took her away from where she was.

There was a warm body pressed against her back, and a fragrance mixed with sandalwood filled her nose.

Yu Qingyin raised her eyes and Ji Yanli's taut jawline came into her sight. There were only two layers of cloth between their bodies. As long as she tiptoed, she could kiss his chin.

She swallowed unconsciously, and her heartbeat quickened uncontrollably.

I saw a vine coming out from the ground. If Yu Qingyin and Lin Yuqing were still standing there, they would be pierced directly.

The vine had just grown to the length of a calf when it was electrified by Ji Yanli's electric shock.

"Are you okay?" There was a hint of fluctuation in the usually cold voice.

Yu Qingyin shook her head, indicating that she was fine. In fact, she could have avoided it even without Ji Yanli, but this man's hands were too quick.

Lin Yuqing felt a chill down her spine and couldn't help shuddering. She couldn't believe that...

Lin Yuqing raised her eyes and was about to see if Yu Qingyin was injured, but her gaze fell on the big hand that was around her waist. Her eyes dimmed and her heart felt a little cold.

Lin Yucheng noticed that something was wrong with Lin Yuqing. He looked her up and down and spoke with concern.

"Sister, are you okay? Are you hurt?"

Lin Yuqing felt a bitter taste in her mouth and replied sourly.

"fine."

Yu Qingyin took Ji Yanli's big hand that was placed on her waist, and Ji Yanli felt inexplicably empty.

She stroked his palm a few times.

"As you can see, these mutant plants are too cunning in their movements. We need to find their bodies as soon as possible. It will be most efficient if we act separately."

Ji Yanli frowned. Why did she have to act separately? What secret did she hide?

Ji Yanli thought for a moment and made a decision instantly.

"You, Yuxin and I will lead the way ahead, while Qingyuan, Yucheng, Ling Yunyun and Lin Yuqing will lead the rear."

None of them glanced at Ji Yanli's decision and nodded solemnly.

"it is good."

Several people quickly adjusted their formation.

Yu Qingyin: ...

This was not the result she wanted. She thought cheerfully that this was better than just now. At least she had a chance to touch the real vine.

Yu Qingyin was sandwiched between Ji Yanli and her bodyguard Yu Xin.

They moved forward all the way, with Ji Yanli leading the way, the journey was smooth. Yu Qingyin occasionally raised her hand to break a vine.

Yu Qingyin was just about to break a vine in her hand when suddenly, a familiar rustling sound rang in her ears.

"Boss... let go... let go... it hurts..."

A hint of joy flashed in Yu Qingyin's eyes, and she transmitted the signal through the connection created by the contract.

"Teng Teng, your companion came here?"

Teng Teng said proudly: "Of course, we'll know if Ten Teng is capable of anything. Boss, I beat all three of my companions. Isn't that awesome!" His tone was full of pride.

"Well, very impressive. Please help me call them over. I will sign a contract with you now. This way, your companions will always be with you."

Receiving Yu Qingyin's praise, the whole vine twisted with excitement and immediately agreed.

"Okay, Boss, wait a minute, I'll go get them now."

As she spoke, the vine in her hand withered visibly, so Yu Qingyin threw it away. The vine maliciously wrapped around Ji Yanli's ankle, and Ji Yanli subconsciously threw a thunder ball.