Super God Grandmaster
Chapter 218 - 218 212 In a Run of Bad Luck

Chapter 218: Chapter 212: In a Run of Bad Luck Chapter 218: Chapter 212: In a Run of Bad Luck Ye Chen was roasting the rabbit, quickly succumbing to the aroma of the cooked meat. The sounds of battle were still echoing distantly, but not as gut-wrenching as at the beginning – it seemed like the fight must be nearing its end.

The silly girl, when quiet, was quite charming. She sat opposite him, continually feeding the fire with wood.

Ye Chen confidently asked, “Don’t you think I’m really smart?”

“Who compliments themselves like that!” Ling’er replied coolly. Although, deep inside, she wanted to admit that he did have some skills – capturing Yang Jing at Centipede Mountain, escaping from an encirclement, and successfully ambushing their opponents, all quite thrilling feats.

“Don’t you think I’m a genius?”

“Nonsense! Daring to call yourself a genius, I reckon you were just darn lucky.” She certainly wouldn’t let her admiration show – it would only make him more arrogant.

“Either way, I am pretty exceptional. I led four hundred men and escaped from the enemy’s encirclement. Several times, we nearly didn’t make it, but thanks to me, we turned dangerous situations into safe ones.”

“You just got lucky.”

“What do you mean, lucky? I tricked them into the encirclement. Can a measly word like ‘lucky’ explain that?”

“You really do love it when others praise you, huh?”

“Who doesn’t enjoy being praised for their wit and abilities?”

“In your case, it’s just luck, blind luck.”

“Ha, ‘luck’, you really don’t know what it means, do you? There’s no such thing as ‘lucky law’; it’s all skill and ability,” Ye Chen responded.

“It’s still luck.”

“Well, you may not want to admit it, but I believe those I’ve led these past days would surely agree with me. Their faith in me is growing stronger every day,” Ye Chen confidently replied.

Ling’er simply chuckled coldly.

“How can you not be a bit interested in somebody as outstanding and handsome as me?” he asked.

“A hillbilly like you, I doubt there’s anyone on earth more narcissistic than you.” Of course, Ling’er had to belittle him a bit.

“If would be fine if you’re not interested, but I believe, if I’m gold, people will see my worth,” he stated.

Ye Chen sniffed at the rabbit. It would need a while longer before it was completely ready.

“We do share an interesting fate. The moment I entered the Wastelands, I met you. After all these years, we met again, and your father even sent me to the New City Sect – unknowingly betrothing you to me. What more fate could one ask for?” Ye Chen said.

“I am not betrothed to you; stop deluding yourself.”

“Alright, if you say so. I’ll clarify with your father when I get back,” Ye Chen replied, shaking his head, then continued, “My talents have already been lai+”d bare. Do you think you could find another man as young and intelligent as me?”

“You’re really narcissistic.”

Ye Chen faintly smiled, “I worry you’ll regret it once you realize you can’t find another man as outstanding as me, particularly when I find another woman.”

“Don’t worry, once I decide on something, I never go back.”

“That’s quite some confidence.”

“Is the rabbit done yet?”

Ye Chen took a look, sniffing carefully, before replying, “I think it’s almost there.”

“Hurry up, I’m hungry,” said Ling’er.

Ye Chen tore off a rabbit leg and handed it to her.

“You must admit we share an interesting fate,” said Ye Chen, ready to start eating.

“Misfortune. I never had a good moment since I met you.”

“Alright, you won’t say that once I’m gone.”

“You’re leaving?” asked Ling’er, puzzled.

“Maybe. I think I want to see the Central Plains again, but not sure of the time. I’ll leave once I feel like it.”

“What about being a Sect Leader?” Ling’er started to get curious; she knew he had always wanted to be a Sect Leader.

“It seems the position of Sect Leader isn’t that alluring to me anymore. This time, I just wanted to test my abilities. And it turns out I did quite well.”

“Who are you going to see in the Central Plains? You’re an orphan, are you going to find your Feng Niang? It seemed like she wasn’t too interested in you.”

Ye Chen was slightly taken aback, then said with a smile, “Oh, so you’d miss me if I left?”

“Nonsense.”

Suddenly, they saw firelight. The killing noise, which was still happening a moment ago, had suddenly ceased.

It was Can Mo and his group, escorting a bunch of defeated opponents. It seemed they had a quite significant victory.

Ling’er stood up first and asked, “What’s the situation?”

“Yang Jing managed to escape with Er Gui and San Gui.”

Ling’er was stunned, exclaiming, “How is that possible?”

“Unexpectedly, they fled through a secret tunnel, with the help of Ci Ye. But there were not many who managed to escape, just about one to two hundred people. The rest were all apprehended.”

“What about Ci Ye, Tong Hegan, and Da Gui?”

“Apart from Da Gui, the other two are dead. We just need to bring Da Gui back.”

Ye Chen said, “That’s indeed a great victory.”

Can Mo was also very excited. It had been a long time since they had achieved such significant results. He said, “That’s right, Kong Sha has already gone after them. It’s a total victory.”

Ye Chen nodded upon hearing this and said, “That should do it.”

“Through the battles, we defeated them all. Those who managed to escape are a small portion and shouldn’t make much of a ripple. Things have finally calmed down here.”

“That’s good.”

“We can go back to Tianle City now,” Can Mo stated.

Ye Chen laid quietly, gazing at the starry sky, as if he had wandered off into his thoughts.

“The Sect Leader will surely be quite pleased.”

Ye Chen gave a soft smile and said, “Of course he will be very pleased. How could he not be happy about this?”

“We caught them off-guard. In my opinion, no further incidents should occur within the Ghost City region for the time being,” continued Can Mo. “Leave the matter of Yang Jing to Kong Sha.”

Ye Chen added, “While we’re at it, send Hong Ying back to Ghost City.”

Can Mo nodded and said, “Don’t worry, I’ll handle this.”

Ling’er also became somewhat subdued. Despite feeling a sense of loss over the escapees, they’d achieved the greatest victory in recent years after days of killing.

News quickly arrived back at Wasteland City. Gua Zhengnie and Zun Yu were informed. It specifically mentioned the deaths of Tong Hegan and Ci Ye, as well as a large number of their men, essentially wiped out overnight. Furthermore, there was barely anything left of the Four Great Devils.

Zun Yu panicked, unsure of what to do. He knew that Wei Sisan must be retaliating for the previous incident and Jue Ming was missing. He worried that soon the New City Sect’s spearhead would be aimed at them, they wouldn’t be able to hide anymore. He needed to find Gua Zhengnie and discuss what to do next.

Like Zun Yu, Gua Zhengnie hadn’t expected things to progress so quickly. He had just heard that Yang Jing had started counterattacking, but then news came that they had been ambushed in Futu Valley, resulting in a massive defeat. They were now scattered and on the run. He could hardly believe this was all true.

After making inquiries overnight, he confirmed everything was true. The disciples of the New City Sect had lured them to Futu Valley, where they were ambushed. Only Yang Jing and a small group managed to escape.

Gua Zhengnie instantly summoned Gui Lang and Elder Xi Feng to discuss the next steps.

Upon hearing this, Gui Lang said, “It seems we can’t keep hiding. Wei Sisan has counterattacked, defeating No. One Thieves, Jue Ming, the Four Great Devils, and Tong Hegan. We are the next targets. If we don’t retaliate now, we will lose the chance to fight back.”

Elder Xi Feng said, “It seems they were ready. Wei Sisan’s departure from Wasteland City to Tianle City was a preparation for all this.”

Gui Lang responded, “We must strike back. We have to take control of Wasteland City first. If they return to Wasteland City, they will little by little devour us. At this rate, within a month, all areas around Wasteland City will be cleaned up by the New City Sect. We must strike first.”

“Strike back, do you agree with this, Xi Feng?” Gua Zhengnie hadn’t had time to digest all the rapid developments.

Before Elder Xi Feng could respond, Gui Lang added, “We definitely have to strike back. We must gain control of Wasteland City immediately. We have no choice but to retaliate. If we don’t act now, we won’t get a second chance, and we’ll end up like No. One Thieves, the Four Great Devils and Tong Hegan. Hesitation will only lead to disaster.”

“How could such a speedy situation take place? We were supposed to have them surrounded, but ended up being ambushed.”

Gui Lang explained, “Apparently Yang Jing, driven by the capture of his woman, ventured into Futu Valley and fell into their trap. The plot was allegedly designed by their new novice — the chosen successor to the Sect Leader.”

“They were too careless,” Gua Zhengnie commented. With the fall of No. One Thieves and Jue Ming, he was left without allied forces; the situation was very unfavorable and they would have to fend for themselves.

“At first, Tong Hegan was quite cautious, but he got agitated and lost his judgment later on,” Gui Lang continued, “But it’s too late now. Yang Jing is being hunted. Although not entirely annihilated, he is in a precarious situation. If we don’t step in to help, they will be wiped out sooner or later. We are the next. They won’t show any mercy.”

However, Elder Xi Feng said, “But with our current manpower, we won’t be able to compete with the New City Sect. Especially now with what happened to Yang Jing and Jue Ming, they will likely only run for their lives. No one will help us.”

Gui Lang suggested, “We should join forces with Zun Yu. We could form an alliance. I believe that if we unite, we can definitely fend them off.”

Elder Xi Feng doubted, “I don’t know if they have the guts.”

Gui Lang continued, “I’m afraid they are now like ants on a hot pot, just like us. If we don’t unite, we are not their match. Don’t they fear Wei Sisan getting free and turning to investigate the last incident? There’s nothing to investigate now; it’s as clear as day. If Wei Sisan targets No. One Thieves and Jue Ming, he will investigate thoroughly. Without our help, they can’t compete with the New City Sect either.”

Gua Zhengnie fell silent.

“We should first find a way to take Wasteland City over, get control of it, and then think about the rest. Once we have control of Wasteland City, we will have an advantage.”

Elder Xi Feng said, “Ming Qi is still in Wasteland City.”

“That guy isn’t a threat. Leave him to me. I can deal with him all by myself and take control of Wasteland City.” Gui Lang continued, “Honestly, we don’t have much time left. Right now, the New City Sect’s people are too busy to worry about Wasteland City. It’s our chance. If we take decisive action, we can quickly take over Wasteland City and have a chance to turn things around.”

Just then, a disciple announced outside that Zun Yu and Kuang Shen had arrived.

Gui Lang said, “I think, in all likelihood, they can’t sit still anymore either and have come to discuss with us.”

Gua Zhengnie quickly instructed his men to invite Zun Yu and Kuang Shen in.