The Cangling Zhang family dominates the continent!

"Stop chasing them! The most important thing is to quickly head to the Demon Cave and release the Snake Demon General. Let them live a few more days."

While shouting loudly, Mo Kui stretched out his strong and powerful arms to stop the demon servants who were eager to try and continue chasing.

His scarlet eyes stared deeply at the direction where Zhang Chenting and Shangguan Jing left, with a hint of unwillingness in his eyes, but he soon regained his composure, turned around and led everyone to speed up and continue forward.

"I will follow Captain Mokui's orders!"

The demon servants responded in unison, then quickly adjusted their formation and followed closely behind Mo Kui.

Their black figures shuttled through the mountains and forests like ghosts, bringing up gusts of wind.

At the same time, on the other side, Zhang Chenting was trying his best to carry Shangguan Jing and ran towards a safe place.

His forehead was covered with sweat and his breathing became rapid, but he did not dare to stop for a moment. He had only one thought in his mind: he must get rid of the pursuit of the group of vicious people behind him as soon as possible.

Shangguan Jing had actually woken up from her coma a long time ago. When she found herself being carried on Zhang Chenting's shoulders so roughly, she smiled bitterly at first.

When she was the princess of the Tianwu Dynasty, she was the center of attention wherever she went, but now she has fallen to this point.

She realized that it was this man who saved her life regardless of his own safety, and she did not feel any resentment in her heart, but was full of gratitude.

Although her body was still in pain and discomfort due to her injuries, she tried to remain quiet so as not to add more burden to Zhang Chenting.

At this moment, Zhang Chenting suddenly passed through a dense grass, and the scene in front of him suddenly opened up - he saw a cave hidden not far ahead, and a clear stream was flowing in front of the cave.

There are green trees, birds singing and flowers blooming here. It really looks like a perfect place to relax.

"Haha, there really is always a way out! We actually found such a good place. It looks like we're safe for the time being."

Zhang Chenting couldn't hide his inner joy and talked to himself excitedly.

Then he quickened his pace and ran towards the cave, hoping to get a moment of respite here.

At this moment, he was feeling very annoyed because he really didn't know where to put the delicate woman on his shoulders.

The appearance of a cave undoubtedly made him overjoyed, and he thought this was a great place.

Zhang Chenting turned his head alertly, carefully sensing whether someone was following him.

After making sure it was safe, he walked slowly towards the cave with trepidation and caution.

"Um... benefactor, could you please put me down first?" At this time, a voice so weak that it was almost fainting came from Shangguan Jing's mouth.

It turned out that she had woken up at some point.

"Huh? You're awake! Why didn't you tell me earlier?"

Zhang Chenting stopped immediately upon hearing the sound, and then gently placed Shangguan Jing on the ground.

As soon as Shangguan Jing had gained her footing, her body began to shake violently involuntarily, as if a breeze could easily blow her to the ground.

Seeing this scene, Zhang Chenting's heart tightened, and he hurriedly... hurriedly walked to a towering tree nearby, drew the sword from his waist, and with a wave of his hand, a thick wooden stick of moderate length fell to the ground.

He quickly picked up the stick and hurried back to Shangguan Jing. He handed it to her with a smile on his face, grinning, revealing his row of white teeth, and said enthusiastically:

"With this stick supporting her, the girl should be able to walk freely!"

Looking at the rough but kind wooden stick in front of him, and then looking at the face with the bright smile, Shangguan Jing couldn't help but be slightly stunned.

She thought to herself: This man is really different from those men out there.

Thinking of this, the corners of her mouth couldn't help but rise, and she smiled as beautifully as a spring flower, and whispered, "Thank you, benefactor."

Even the dust and blood on her face could not hide her beautiful face.

Seeing this scene, Zhang Chenting couldn't help but praise sincerely:

"You're already in such a state of disgrace, yet your smile is still so bright and charming. It seems you are indeed beautiful! Please wait here for a while. I will go and check if there are any dangerous creatures like monsters lurking in the cave."

After saying that, he turned and walked towards the cave.

Shangguan Jing heard this, a shy blush appeared on her face, and she replied softly: "Okay, be careful, benefactor."

Although many people praised her appearance during the Tianwu Dynasty, the looks from those people always made Shangguan Jing feel disgusted and resentful from the bottom of her heart.

However, the look Zhang Chenting gave her was so clear and pure, without any distracting or evil thoughts, which made her feel favorable towards him.

At the same time, Zhang Chenting approached the cave entrance tiptoe, not daring to make any sound, for fear of disturbing the monster that might be hiding inside.

When he approached the cave entrance, he slowly closed his eyes, concentrated his mind, and sent his powerful mental power into the cave like a tide, carefully exploring every corner and not missing any suspicious points.

"It's really strange! The environment here is quiet and pleasant, and the spiritual energy is as rich as a sixth-level spiritual vein. According to common sense, such a wonderful place should be inhabited by monsters and beasts, so how could it be empty?

It's really puzzling... Whatever, since there aren't any monsters around, it saves me a lot of trouble, which might be a good thing."

Zhang Chenting pondered secretly while temporarily putting aside the doubts in his heart.

After confirming that there was no danger in the cave, he turned around and walked quickly back to where Shangguan Jing was.

"I've thoroughly explored this area, inside and out. There's really no danger. Feel free to go ahead.

Look, there is a clear stream in front of you. Go and wash your body thoroughly to wash away the dust and fatigue.

Hey, I promise you, I won't peek! After you're done washing, just rest here and recuperate."

Zhang Chenting said with a smile on his face, looking at Shangguan Jing calmly.

Asking him to stay and protect Shangguan Jing specifically is simply wishful thinking.

With his personality, he would definitely not agree to something that has no benefit at all.

Shangguan Jing listened to Zhang Chenting's words, her eyebrows slightly furrowed, a look of doubt on her face, and she asked softly, "You...are you going to leave?"

"Of course!" Zhang Chenting nodded without hesitation, his face showing excitement, "The world outside is so vast, and there are so many precious opportunities waiting for me to explore.

I seem to have heard them calling my name anxiously! Hahahaha..."

Having said that, Zhang Chenting couldn't help but close his eyes, and a beautiful picture suddenly emerged in his mind - he was happily swimming freely among the mountains of natural treasures, enjoying endless adventures and surprises.

Shangguan Jing bit her lip, sighed helplessly, and then said slowly:

“But… the spiritual energy in my body is now blocked by a strange black energy and cannot flow smoothly.

Judging from the current situation, it will probably take about a week before I can completely clear it up and return to normal.

During this period, I can't use even a little bit of spiritual power. So... could you please stay and protect me for a while?"

Faced with Shangguan Jing's almost pleading words, her heart was filled with bitterness and helplessness.

If she could still exert even 30% of her strength at this moment, she would probably never easily make such a request.

But there was no way. If her strength was only one tenth of what it was now and Zhang Chenting was not by her side, a second-level monster could kill her.

Hearing Shangguan Jing's words, Zhang Chenting couldn't help but look embarrassed, and his eyes slowly shifted to the woman in front of him.

Shangguan Jing's originally fair and delicate face was stained with traces of blood, like a delicate flower ravaged by wind and rain, which was very adorable.

However, Zhang Chenting thought to himself: Although this woman is good-looking, she and he are just casual acquaintances. There is really no need to risk his life to protect her!

Besides, I went out this time to look for a rare opportunity. If I delay my trip because of this, wouldn’t it be a loss?

At this moment, Shangguan Jing seemed to have guessed what Zhang Chenting was thinking. She opened her red lips and spoke again:

"As long as you are willing to protect me for seven days, I will offer you a mid-grade earth-level spiritual weapon, two mid-grade sixth-level Wangji pills, and thirty fifth-level pills.

In addition, I will also offer a favor from the Wuwang Mansion of the Tianwu Dynasty as a reward. I wonder if such conditions can impress you, young master?"

It must be said that these resources are indeed quite abundant. You know, even if just any one of them is taken out, it is enough to make countless monks fight for it crazily.

However, in Shangguan Jing's view, even though these resources are numerous and valuable, they still seem insignificant compared to her own precious life.

After all, only by keeping this life can you have the chance to obtain more precious treasures and opportunities in the future.

What's more, thinking back to the thrilling life-and-death battle, if Zhang Chenting hadn't come to the rescue, he would have died by now and become a ghost under Mo Kui's hands.

Moreover, the rewards offered by Shangguan Jing may really be nothing to the powerful Wuwang Mansion behind her.

You know, her grandfather is one of the three famous emperors in the Tianwu Dynasty!

Both his own strength and his lofty status in the entire dynasty have reached the peak.

For the Wuwang Mansion, which has such a profound background and heritage, it is easy for it to use these few resources in exchange for the safety of its granddaughter.

As expected, when Zhang Chenting heard about these extremely rich resources, he seemed to be injected with a powerful force. He held his chest high, patted his chest proudly, and promised with confidence:

"Don't worry, young lady! As long as I, Zhang Chenting, am here, I will definitely ensure that you will be safe and sound within seven days. Nothing will go wrong!"

However, at this moment, Zhang Chenting continued, "But words are not enough."

Before he finished speaking, he quickly took out a piece of snow-white paper from his arms, and then holding a brush, he wrote down every word Shangguan Jing had just said in detail on the paper in a flamboyant manner.

Then, Zhang Chenting looked at Shangguan Jing with a burning gaze and spoke again:

"Please sign your name here, young lady. After we successfully leave this secret realm, I will go to the Wuwang Mansion to claim the reward."

You know, these precious resources in front of him were so tempting that Zhang Chenting couldn't even think of refusing them.

Although the Zhang family has been developing rapidly in recent years and its strength has been increasing day by day, rare resources above the fifth level are still extremely scarce.

Generally speaking, most high-level resources require a lot of money to purchase from outside at high prices.

At this moment, with so many elixirs as support, Zhang Chenting is convinced that his cultivation speed will be greatly improved.

After all, compared to the seven days of painstaking effort to collect spiritual objects in this secret realm full of dangers, the conditions offered by Shangguan Jing were simply a generous treatment that was like pie in the sky.

Faced with the piece of white paper handed to her by Zhang Chenting, Shangguan Jing did not hesitate for a moment. She took the pen without hesitation and wrote her beautiful yet majestic name on it like flowing water.

Although she had no intention of refusing the offer, out of curiosity, she couldn't help but ask:

"Aren't you worried that I'll regret it after we get out of this secret place?"

There was a hint of doubt in his words.

Zhang Chenting smiled confidently upon hearing this and replied without hesitation:

“If you are unwilling to give it, then the losses that your Wuwang Mansion will have to bear will be far more than what you mentioned before.

However, based on my observation and judgment of you, you should not do such a treacherous thing. After all, a person's eyes cannot deceive.

Come on, stop dawdling and go wash up by the stream. I'll stand guard for you over there."

After saying that, he turned and walked away, leaving behind a handsome back.

After receiving the answer, the woman nodded slightly and responded

"it is good."

Then he walked slowly towards the stream with light steps.

However, at this moment, her heart was like a vast ocean, and all kinds of thoughts surged into her mind like a tide.

"Could this person really be from some powerful force? Otherwise, how could he dare to speak so confidently and fearlessly?

But looking at his greedy, stingy look, it really doesn't seem like that... Never mind, the most important thing right now is to ensure that I can leave this secret place alive and safely.

As for other matters, it won’t be too late to slowly explore them after we get out.”

Thinking of this, Shangguan Jing took a deep breath and tried to calm her troubled mind.