Bright Sword: Conquer the monk at the beginning and take down Zhou Weiguo

Chapter 468 There must be a reason

However, at this moment, he suddenly heard a slight sound of footsteps.

The sound of footsteps was so faint that it almost blended in with the sound of the wind. If he hadn't been extremely sensitive, he wouldn't have been able to detect it. However, the footsteps were accompanied by an unusual aura that oppressed him to the point where he could hardly breathe.

He immediately curled up and quickly chose a more secluded place to hide. His eyes were fixed on his surroundings, and a sudden sense of unease began to rise in his heart. Could the enemy have seen that he had exposed his whereabouts?

The strange aura grew closer, becoming almost unbearable. He quietly peeked out from his hiding place and saw a group of heavily armored soldiers slowly approaching. Unlike ordinary light infantry, these men walked with a steady pace and had cold eyes. They were obviously heavy sergeants, responsible for protecting the core of the position.

Xiaohu's heart sank. He knew that if these people walked past this place, his mission might be completely ruined. He might even face the danger of his life.

But just as he was about to force his way out, a low breath came from behind him. He quickly turned around and drew his sword without hesitation, the blade already resting on the neck of the attacker.

"Hush." ​​The man smiled gently, his tone neither hurried nor slow, "Don't get excited, Xiaohu."

The voice was low, yet clear as a bell. Xiaohu's heartbeat paused, and the inexplicable fear in his heart was instantly replaced by a sense of calm. Without hesitation, he immediately withdrew the tip of his sword.

"Liu San?" Xiao Hu's voice was so low that it was almost inaudible, but his eyes were full of surprise. He had never thought that Liu San would appear at this time.

Liu San smiled, a complex look flashing in his eyes. He didn't answer immediately, but patted Xiaohu's shoulder, signaling him to be quiet.

"You're really quick," Liu San said, his tone tinged with sarcasm. "If you were any slower, you'd be exposed."

Xiao Hu then realized that he had almost made a move, and Liu San's appearance had come at the most delicate moment. An inexplicable throbbing rose in his heart, and he secretly breathed a sigh of relief, yet he felt something was amiss.

"Why are you here?" Xiaohu asked in a low voice, still looking around vigilantly.

"Don't worry, I'm here just in time." Liu San smiled gently, but his eyes revealed an indescribable depth. "You are brave and careful, you did a good job. However, today's enemy... you don't fully understand it."

Xiaohu frowned, confused. Liu San spoke so calmly, as if these words were prearranged, but how could he know that he didn't fully understand the enemy's situation?

"Liu San, what do you mean?" Xiaohu asked in a low voice, with a hint of confusion on his face.

Liu San's smile gradually faded, and the light in his eyes gradually became sharper. "I've seen your observations just now. Although you are careful, you missed some key details. The enemy has set up more than just tents outside. Haven't you noticed? There is a special building deep in the camp."

"Architecture?" Xiaohu was stunned.

"That's right, that's not an ordinary tent, and the facilities inside are not simple barracks." Liu San continued, his tone gradually becoming heavier. "The enemy may not be as simple as you see. Their core position is hidden very deeply."

"What do you mean?" Xiaohu still didn't quite understand.

Liu San gave him a deep look, his eyes misty. "This time, we're scouting the enemy not just to determine their numbers and distribution, but to uncover their true purpose." He paused, his voice low, as if weighing every word. "Xiao Hu, you may not realize it, but this enemy is no ordinary army. They have a deeper agenda. And all of this may have already exceeded our imagination."

Liu San's words were like a boulder dropped into a lake, stirring up waves in Xiaohu's heart. His heartbeat involuntarily quickened, his mind a turmoil, as if he were trapped by the situation before him, unable to extricate himself. The enemy wasn't just an enemy; they seemed to harbor unspeakable secrets. That "special building" seemed to hint at something far beyond his comprehension.

Xiao Hu forced himself to calm down. He knew that now was not the time to panic. Only by staying sober could he complete this mission and bring back the intelligence Qin Cang and Liu San were waiting for.

"That building...are you sure?" Xiao Hu asked in a low voice, his voice carrying a hint of unconscious nervousness. He wanted to understand what Liu San meant, and also wanted to free himself from the inexplicable fear.

Liu San nodded, his eyes no longer relaxed, but rather penetrating, as if he could see beyond the trees and mountains. He didn't respond immediately, but instead raised his head and gazed toward the distant camp. At that moment, he seemed lost in thought and remained silent for several seconds.

"Do you think they're just an ordinary army?" Liu San finally spoke, a sharp glint in his eyes. "If that's the case, then all we need to do is hold our ground and wait for them to fall into our trap. But the problem is, they're clearly not just a simple enemy." He paused, "I think... they're targeting more than just us."

Xiaohu's heart suddenly tightened, and the scene before him instantly became blurry. The enemy was more than just an enemy, and their target wasn't just them. Liu San didn't say it explicitly, but Xiaohu could already sense the underlying meaning. The feeling of unease grew stronger.

"Liu San, what on earth are you…" Xiao Hu started to speak, then suddenly stopped. He knew Liu San wouldn't just say that. They'd been comrades for years, and they shared everything. Liu San wasn't one to exaggerate. If he said that, there had to be a reason.

"I think we need to retreat as soon as possible." Liu San's voice was deep and clear, with the calmness of a veteran. "This road is no longer a simple battlefield. The enemy's plans are probably far beyond our expectations."

Xiao Hu's heart trembled. He realized that the situation was far more complicated than they had imagined. He quickly recovered and began searching for a possible escape route. Even if they couldn't fully understand the enemy's details, they should at least ensure a safe evacuation, return to Qin Cang, and report this information clearly.

However, just as he was about to quietly retreat with Liu San, he caught a glimpse of unusual movement from the corner of his eye. His heart suddenly tightened, and his body suddenly tensed.

"Wait a minute." He whispered and quickly grabbed Liu San's arm.