Chapter 856: Meeting an Old Friend

Zhang Meng, Ye Li and Chu Tian ran all the way, trying to leave the strange area of ​​the castle ruins as soon as possible. Although they had just successfully stopped the dark sect's sacrifice ceremony, the red light that fell from the sky made them realize that the dark forces were far from being truly repelled.

"Do you think these black-robed monsters will do anything else?" Zhang Meng asked breathlessly, wiping the sweat from his forehead as he ran. "I just hope they don't hold any more rituals. I'm almost dying of exhaustion."

Ye Li glanced at him and couldn't help laughing: "Mengzi, I noticed that you really get tired after each fight. It's just the beginning, and you're already thinking about taking a break?"

"I've used up all my strength to deal with those black-robed monsters," Zhang Meng said with a wry smile. "If they come a few more times, I really won't be able to bear it."

Chu Tianze ran ahead silently, his eyes fixed on the distance, as if he was thinking about something. He suddenly said, "Ye Li, what do you think happened to that red light just now?"

"I'm not sure." Ye Li frowned, "But that must be some kind of action signal from the Dark Cult. The problem is, we don't know what they are planning."

"Maybe they are gathering reinforcements." Chu Tian said in a deep voice, "We stopped their sacrificial ceremony, and they may use other means to fight back."

When Zhang Meng heard the word "reinforcements", his face turned ugly: "You mean, we have to fight a few more waves of black-robed people? My God, this is really torture."

"We must remain vigilant." Ye Li reminded, "The Dark Cult will not give up easily, and there may be greater dangers next."

They quickly rushed towards the kingdom, trying to reunite with Qin Feng and Li Xiao as soon as possible. However, just as they passed a forest, a familiar voice suddenly came from not far away.

"Hahaha! I knew I would run into you here!"

Zhang Meng was stunned for a moment, and immediately stopped: "This voice...did I hear it right?"

"This isn't..." Ye Li frowned and looked in the direction where the voice came from.

Sure enough, a figure emerged from the bushes, wielding a huge sword, with light and confident steps. He had a signature bright smile on his face, as if he could remain optimistic no matter how great the danger.

"Chu Tian, ​​Zhang Meng, Ye Li! You three are running too fast, aren't you? I had to chase you for a while." The man walked over with a smile, and the big sword behind him reflected a dazzling light in the sun.

When Zhang Meng saw him, he immediately rushed over excitedly: "Chu Tian, ​​look! It's Chu Yun! Haha, I told you, he wouldn't miss this kind of thing."

Chu Yun smiled and patted Zhang Meng on the shoulder: "Of course, where you are, there is always excitement. How can I fall behind?"

Ye Li asked curiously: "Chu Yun, why are you here? Aren't you supposed to be on a mission in the Western Territory?"

Chu Yun waved his hand and said nonchalantly, "Hey, the matter over there has been settled a long time ago. I heard that there was a dark sect causing trouble here, so I came here immediately. How is the fight going?"

"We just stopped one of their sacrificial ceremonies," Chu Tian explained, "but it looks like they haven't completely given up."

"Yeah, and it's quite strenuous." Zhang Meng shrugged, "If you don't come, we won't be able to hold on any longer."

Chu Yun laughed: "How is that possible? I know you can definitely handle it! But then again, from what you said, it seems like there will be big troubles next?"

"That's right." Ye Li nodded, "We just saw a red light falling from the sky. We suspect it's a signal from the Dark Sect, perhaps summoning their forces."

"Red light?" Chu Yun touched his chin and said thoughtfully, "This doesn't sound good. The Dark Cult has always been cunning. We have to be careful."

Zhang Meng waved his hands and muttered, "Yeah, but I just want to find a place to have a good meal now."

Chu Yun's eyes widened: "Hey, Mengzi, you are still the same! You think about eating after a fight, you are really hopeless."

"You don't understand, eating is the true meaning of life!" Zhang Meng said seriously.

Ye Li couldn't help but laugh: "Okay, Mengzi, let's talk about it after we go back and see Qin Feng and Li Xiao. We have to quickly discuss the next countermeasures."

"Yes, let's go!" Chu Yun waved his hand and continued to lead everyone forward. "Since you are all fighting so hard, I, Chu Yun, can't fall behind! When we fight later, I will definitely rush to the front!"

After hearing this, Zhang Meng showed a look of dissatisfaction on his face: "Hey, Chu Yun, don't be too confident. You may not know that I have made rapid progress recently!"

Chu Yun raised his eyebrows: "Really? Then we have to compete later to see who is more powerful."

"You said it!" Zhang Meng was immediately cheered up, "Just don't let me knock you down when the time comes!"

Along the way, Chu Yun and Zhang Meng kept bickering, and the atmosphere gradually relaxed. However, although everyone seemed relaxed and happy on the surface, they all knew in their hearts that this battle had just begun. The power of the Dark Sect far exceeded their expectations, and no one could predict what would happen next.

After several hours of travel, they finally arrived at the place where they would meet Qin Feng and Li Xiao.

"Qin Feng! Li Xiao!" Zhang Meng shouted as soon as he saw them and rushed over excitedly, "Look who's here!"

Qin Feng and Li Xiao were sorting out the map. When they heard the voice and looked up, they showed unexpected smiles on their faces.

"Chu Yun, why are you here?" Qin Feng asked with a smile, "We thought you were in the Western Territory."

"Hey, it's already been done!" Chu Yun waved his hands, "I heard you were in trouble, so I came over to help!"

Li Xiao said calmly: "You came at the right time. The actions of the Dark Cult are more complicated than we thought. We just received news that they have signs of action across the entire continent."

"So, we are not just facing enemies in this area?" Chu Yun frowned, "It seems like this is indeed a big trouble."

Qin Feng nodded: "That's right, the sacrificial ceremony that Ye Li and the others encountered just now is just the tip of the iceberg. Now, we need to re-formulate our plan to stop the expansion of the Dark Sect."

"No problem!" Chu Yun patted his chest, "If you have anything to say, just tell me. I'm ready to go at any time!"

"Me too!" Zhang Meng immediately shouted, "If anyone dares to block our way, I will chop him down with an axe!"

"Well, it looks like we have a lot of power to use." Qin Feng said with a smile, "Next, we have to find out the action plan of the Dark Cult and find their core base."

Li Xiao took out a map and pointed to several marked locations: "According to the intelligence we have, the activities of the Dark Sect seem to be concentrated in these places. We can act separately and find their clues."

Ye Li nodded in agreement: "Separate operations will help us find the enemy's hiding place faster, but there will also be risks. We need to make sure each group can stay in touch."

Qin Feng thought for a moment, then said: "Okay, then it's settled. Chu Yun, you and Chu Tian will form a team and go to the eastern forest. Mengzi, you and I will go to the northern mountains. Ye Li and Li Xiao will be in charge of the southern canyon. Everyone, report immediately after finding any clues."

"Understood!" Everyone agreed in unison.

"Then let's act." Qin Feng stood up, his eyes determined, "The battle has already begun, we can't let the Dark Cult continue to expand."

Everyone quickly packed up their equipment and prepared to set off. Although the enemy was powerful and dangerous, they all had the same fighting spirit in their hearts. No matter what obstacles lay ahead, they would face them together.

As they embarked on a new journey, the strange red light appeared faintly in the distant sky again, as if the shadow of dark forces was quietly covering the entire continent.