A magical journey of a sharp-tongued woman and a goofy man

Upon the appearance of the Black Fiend, Jiang Ye and Ye Shuli quickly composed themselves. Though startled, they remained fearless, encouraging each other. In a brief exchange of glances, they reached a tacit understanding, preparing to confront the Black Fiend. Hand in hand, they approached the danger.

A dark shadow flashed, and Hei Sha appeared before the two like a ghost, grinning sinisterly, "You chose the path to hell, not heaven. Ye Shuli, your death is near!" Jiang Ye shielded Ye Shuli behind him, fearlessly retorting, "You? A defeated opponent! Lili, don't be afraid, I'm here!"

Ye Shuli gave him a look that said, "Be more reliable," but a warm feeling welled up inside her.

Hand in hand, the two cautiously ventured deeper into this treacherous den of dragons and tigers.

A chilling wind howled all around, making the air seem to freeze, so oppressive that it was hard to breathe.

"Wait!" Ye Shuli suddenly stopped, her gaze fixed on a seemingly ordinary bluestone slab.

"This stone..."

Jiang Ye also noticed something amiss; the stone was out of place with its surroundings, being excessively clean and tidy.

"No way, another trap? This villain is way too cautious!"

Before the words were finished, a "crack" was heard, the bluestone slab sank, and the surrounding scenery instantly changed.

Countless men in black surged out from all directions, surrounding them and exuding murderous intent.

The air was thick with the stench of blood, making one want to vomit.

"Holy crap! Are you serious?!" Jiang Ye couldn't help but swear.

This sudden turn of events caught him somewhat off guard.

He could sense that these men in black were all quite powerful, the weakest being at the Spirit Realm level, and there were even a few Spirit Masters.

Ye Shuli's expression was solemn, but she did not panic as the enemy had expected.

She held Jiang Ye's hand tightly and whispered, "Don't be afraid, I'm here." These simple words gave Jiang Ye immense courage.

He grasped Ye Shuli's hand in return and replied firmly, "Yes, let's fight our way out together!"

"Heh, fight your way out? You're dreaming!" The leader of the men in black sneered. "Just surrender obediently! Maybe you'll suffer less physical pain that way."

Ye Shuli's lips curled into a cold smile. "You think you can handle just a bunch of lowly lackeys?" Ye Shuli glanced around, a mocking smile playing on her lips.

This group of men in black, though appearing menacing, were actually positioned haphazardly, following only the most basic encirclement formation.

This outdated tactic seemed utterly flawed to her, a modern person.

"That's it?" She smiled dismissively. These native villains didn't even know a decent tactic, yet they thought they could trap her.

The men in black were somewhat bewildered by Ye Shuli's nonchalant attitude. They were used to seeing their enemies panic and beg for mercy, but seeing Ye Shuli so calm and composed was a first for them.

This instantly dampened their initial momentum, leaving them looking at each other, unsure of what to do.

The leader of the men in black frowned, sensing that something was amiss.

"What are you spacing out for?" Ye Shuli's tone was slightly teasing. She pointed to the left side of the black-clad men's formation, "Over there, the biggest gap is there; that's the breakthrough point." Her words seemed to be giving Jiang Ye an order.

Jiang Ye had been holding back for a long time, and upon hearing this, he immediately understood.

Like a tiger unleashed from its cage, he unleashed his spiritual power, carrying a sharp gust of wind, and charged directly towards the gap on the left.

He moved with lightning speed, his fist slamming into the nearest man in black with a whooshing sound.

With a muffled thud, the man in black was blasted away by Jiang Ye, crashing to the ground like a kite with a broken string, his fate unknown.

Jiang Ye's attack was not only incredibly powerful but also extremely fast, leaving the surrounding men in black no time to react.

They had initially thought Jiang Ye would choose a head-on confrontation like other enemies, but they hadn't expected him to so decisively choose to break through.

This instantly tore a gap in the men in black's formation.

Jiang Ye seized the opportunity, using both fists and feet, each attack precisely targeting the enemy's weak points, cutting through the black-clad men like vegetables, leaving them sprawling on the ground.

Screams and the clanging of weapons echoed throughout the space.

"Wow, this kid's got something!" Jiang Ye's performance surprised even Ye Shuli. This kid usually seemed so carefree and irresponsible, but she never expected him to be so fierce in a fight.

She wasn't idle either; taking advantage of the moment when the men in black's formation was disrupted, she began searching for deeper flaws.

Just then, a lazy voice rang out, "Looks like I'm still too late..."

With a languid voice and a hint of mockery, Young Master Murong strolled out, his folding fan swaying lightly in his hand. He appeared as a refined gentleman, a stark contrast to the menacing figures in black surrounding him.

"Tsk tsk, this is quite a spectacle. Too bad my entrance was a bit of a letdown." A playful smile played on his lips as his gaze swept over Ye Shuli and Jiang Ye, as if he were sizing up some interesting prey.

"And who are you?" Jiang Ye wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth and glared fiercely at Young Master Murong.

He despises pretentious people the most, especially those who clearly aren't good people.

Young Master Murong chuckled, snapped his folding fan shut, pointed at Jiang Ye, and said with a hint of arrogance and disdain, "A mere early-stage Spirit Master dares to challenge me? Truly, a newborn calf is not afraid of a tiger!" He waved his hand, and the surrounding men in black immediately understood, drawing their weapons and launching a fierce attack on Jiang Ye and Ye Shuli.

The air was filled with the clashing of metal, the flashing of swords and the clanging of blades.

The men in black surged forward like a tide, their attacks dense and ruthless, dazzling the eye.

Jiang Ye and Ye Shuli stood back to back, desperately resisting the enemy's attacks.

Jiang Ye used both fists and feet, unleashing his spiritual power. Each strike was accompanied by a powerful gust of wind, forcing his enemies back.

Ye Shuli calmly analyzed the battle situation, searching for the enemy's weaknesses. She moved nimbly through the enemy's attacks, and her occasional strikes were always precise and hit vital points.

Young Master Murong watched their battle with great interest, as if he were watching a wonderful performance.

"Interesting. These two guys are pretty good fighters." He shook his head, a hint of impatience in his eyes. "Enough playing around. Get them. Don't waste time with them."

The men in black received their orders and launched a more ferocious attack. Their coordination improved significantly, and they no longer fought individually as before.

A barrage of attacks rained down, like an impenetrable net, trapping Jiang Ye and Ye Shuli firmly.

Their situation became increasingly difficult, and they began to show signs of injury, their clothes stained with blood.

Jiang Ye's breathing became increasingly rapid, and he was already wounded, but he still did not give up. He roared, unleashing his spiritual power to its limit, and like a wounded beast, he fiercely charged into the enemy's encirclement, wanting to fight his way out for Ye Shuli.

Ye Shuli was the same; she gripped her sword tightly, her gaze resolute, refusing to back down.

Bystanders were moved by their perseverance. They could have given up and surrendered, but they chose to fight, to defy fate.

They radiated a kind of light, an indomitable light.

The battle reached its climax, the sounds of clashing swords were deafening, blood splattered, and screams filled the air.

Just then, Ye Shuli suddenly felt something strange about the ground beneath her feet.

A thought struck her, and her gaze swept over the bluestone slab beneath her feet. She murmured thoughtfully to herself, "This stone..."

Ye Shuli suddenly raised her foot and stomped hard.

With a loud crash, the bluestone slab beneath their feet shattered, revealing a dark hole.

"Wow! There's a secret passage?!" Jiang Ye exclaimed in surprise. This plot twist was too fast!

Is this villain born in the Year of the Rat? He's digging holes everywhere.

“It’s not a secret passage,” Ye Shuli’s eyes flashed with a sharp light, “it’s… a drainage ditch!” She enunciated each word clearly, her tone tinged with excitement.

She finally understood why the bluestone slabs were so clean and tidy—it was to make cleaning the drainage ditches easier.

This drainage ditch was their best escape route.

"Drainage ditch? Seriously?" Jiang Ye was completely dumbfounded; this was too much...

It's exciting!

However, since Lili said that, she must have her reasons.

"Trust me," Ye Shuli said without hesitation, and jumped into the drainage ditch first.

Jiang Ye followed closely behind and leaped into the air.

Upon seeing this, Young Master Murong's expression changed drastically.

"Stop them! Don't let them get away!" The men in black, as if waking from a dream, surged towards the drainage ditch.

However, they were too late.

Inside the drainage ditch, Ye Shuli and Jiang Ye were fleeing at an astonishing speed.

Although the drainage ditch was narrow, it was a maze of interconnected paths, making it difficult for pursuers to track them down.

"Lili, you're amazing! How did you find that?" Jiang Ye asked as he ran.

"Observational skills, you understand?" Ye Shuli replied without turning her head. "The villains focus too much on appearances and neglect the details. This drainage ditch may seem inconspicuous, but it is the key to the entire trap."

"666, Lili, you're simply my idol!" Jiang Ye exclaimed with admiration. No wonder she's the woman he's chosen; she's so smart.

Behind them, the shouts of the men in black grew fainter and fainter until they finally disappeared.

Ye Shuli and Jiang Ye finally shook off their pursuers and emerged from another exit.

"Phew, I finally escaped!" Jiang Ye breathed a long sigh of relief, feeling as if he had just walked through the gates of hell.

Ye Shuli looked around and found that they were in a desolate courtyard, overgrown with weeds and completely silent.

"Where...is this place?" Jiang Ye asked.

Ye Shuli didn't answer. She walked to a dead tree and reached out to touch the carvings on the trunk.

"The usual place..." she murmured.

Jiang Ye noticed her unusual expression and felt a sense of unease. "Lili, what's wrong?"

Ye Shuli didn't speak, but clenched her fists tightly until her knuckles turned white.

An eerie silence filled the air…

"Who?!" Ye Shuli suddenly shouted.