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Danger and opportunity always come hand in hand. Those who prefer to hide behind disappointment, lacking patience, will never welcome new life.
Gu Ze and Xu Hang's methods had not worked, and in the end, they had to rush along the Special Tree in the rain.
At that moment, the long-dormant crisis revealed itself. The familiar mechanical mice appeared, along with their well-known tactics. Aside from the initial surprise that led to a few mechanical mice being kicked away, they made every effort to avoid touching those sticky creatures that seemed harmless.
But this was not a grassland; it was a swamp where one could easily step into danger. Thus, the air was filled with the irritated voices of the group.
"Get away! Don't come near!"
"How many of these things are there? Where are they coming from?"
"This is so annoying! We can't kick or hit them; this tactic is just too low!"
"Complaining won't help."
However, no matter how much they complained and fumed, the number of mechanical mice did not decrease. Programmed to approach humans relentlessly, they continued to draw closer. Yet those who understood the threat behind them dared not confront them. If these mechanical mice had thoughts, they would surely be reveling in their success at that moment.
This chase seemed mundane and boring but was fraught with danger. Some took it seriously, trying to be cautious with their steps, while others merely brushed it off and ran joyfully, attempting to shake off the mechanical mice far behind.
Being careless would come at a cost.
"Help me! I can't pull my foot out!"
"Deng Yinyin, wait for me!"
Despite struggling himself, Xie Huai quickly responded to Deng Yinyin and ran back to help her. The result of this action was that they soon found themselves surrounded by mechanical mice. No one knew the settings of these creatures; they instinctively divided into two groups, each targeting their prey without delay.
Xu Hang's pace slowed down. Initially, he had been dragging Wang Huacheng along without any courtesy, but those familiar with him knew he couldn't let go of Lan Ling. Therefore, he would never abandon Deng Yinyin in the game. He embodied the phrase "love for the house extends to the crow," and whenever others felt that Deng Yinyin was holding them back and not contributing at all, Xu Hang would silently take on the responsibilities that Deng Yinyin should bear.
No one had the right to question Xu Hang. While everyone had their own motives, Xu Hang's actions were admirable. However, it seemed that the other main character in these events had yet to realize this rare quality.
When Xu Hang stopped and turned back, he pushed Wang Huacheng towards Gu Ze. This left Wang Huacheng, who had initially wanted to escape amidst the chaos, feeling utterly helpless. Everyone present knew that his seemingly carefree and despondent demeanor was a facade; no one wavered because of it.
"I’ve already told you everything I know. Can’t you just let me go?"
Wang Huacheng pleaded with Gu Ze, though at this moment he was already terrified of Gu Ze's smile. A smiling enemy is the most unforgettable, and a knife hidden behind that smile is the deadliest. Having experienced this firsthand, Wang Huacheng couldn't help but compare Gu Ze to that other person, ultimately realizing they shared many similarities yet also many differences.
Two individuals standing at the same height often made people overlook their starting points. Gu Ze entered the game as part of the Third Batch of Players, which meant his starting point was quite low. In other words, Gu Ze's strength should be greater than that person's, giving him a better chance in this contest. In Wang Huacheng's mind, he had already sided with Gu Ze. However, his face was strained; he had sold himself out, and if he didn't serve well, that person had plenty of ways to make his life miserable.
"How about we negotiate? I'll answer three more questions for you, and then you let me go. From then on, we can go our separate ways without interfering with each other. After all, we have worked together before; you should give me some face."
As Wang Huacheng spoke, he impatiently kicked a few mechanical mice away. When those mechanical mice rolled into the nearby bushes with a crackling sound as they sparked to life, he finally realized what foolishness he had just committed.
Bombs were not something humans could contend with.
At this moment, Xu Hang and Xie Huai had successfully pulled Deng Yinyin out of the swamp. The number of mechanical mice following the main group increased again, and as everyone ran in a state of anxiety, they completely forgot whether they had "damaged" any of the mice. This frustrating behavior made everyone prefer facing fierce beasts or navigating through treacherous mazes; even entering a well-structured trap would be better. At least then they could utilize their wits or skills.
"Patience, heart."
Chi Xiaoming's calm words occasionally broke through the tension. Those observant enough noticed that he only spoke when everyone's emotions reached a boiling point, effectively dousing the irritation of others.
The current situation hadn’t improved; Wang Huacheng remained anxious while Gu Ze appeared increasingly relaxed and unconcerned.
"Are you really that important? I don't think so."
The sound of rain did not completely drown out Gu Ze's amusement, which ignited a flame in Wang Huacheng's eyes. His impatience was genuine, and his fear of that person's methods was real. If he didn't return in time, he could already foresee his own fate.
However, before he could consider a desperate gamble against that person, Gu Ze's casual remark sent him straight to hell.
"I know who you're serving right now, so do you really think I would believe you?"
Wang Huacheng felt a lump in his throat, anger turning his face red. The earlier banter between Gu Ze and Xu Hang was still fresh in his mind. He had tried every possible way to dodge their questions, mixing truth with lies just to gain a sliver of hope. Now, this person casually told him that they had never intended to believe him from the start.
Hmph.
Wang Huacheng's face twisted with rage as he kicked a few mechanical mice away, immediately drawing the displeasure of the others around him.
His anger was short-lived. Upon seeing Gu Ze's relaxed smile, Wang Huacheng began to suspect whether this was yet another trap set by Gu Ze. To him, both Gu Ze and that person were cut from the same cloth; if he wasn't careful, he might not even know why he ended up dead.
With a shift in thought, Wang Huacheng decided to change his target for persuasion, and among this group, there was one person who seemed most suitable.
"I'll go plead with Xu Nuan. After all, we are from the same batch of players and have helped each other before."
As Wang Huacheng took a couple of steps toward the exit, he kept an eye on Gu Ze's expression. Despite the intimidation that erupted from Gu Ze at that moment sending chills down his spine, he believed this was indeed a good opportunity. He didn't stop moving forward, regardless of his hands being bound; the other end of the rope was in Gu Ze's grasp.
"Could you move aside? You're about to step on them again."
Wang Huacheng was lost in his own thoughts when a familiar yet emotionless voice sounded beside him. Reflexively, he stepped aside but tripped over his own feet and fell flat on the ground. Gu Ze, standing close by, showed no intention of helping him and coldly watched as he landed in the filthy water.
The voice that broke the silence belonged to Xu Nuan, who had been cautious throughout their journey. She looked in surprise at Wang Huacheng on the ground, then raised her gaze to Gu Ze, whose expression was one of displeasure.
"Don't mind him, keep walking."
Gu Ze didn't spare a glance at Wang Huacheng on the ground. Instead, he rudely tightened his grip on the rope, causing Wang Huacheng to stumble forward awkwardly as others walked past him, indifferent to his plight.
Humiliation quickly surged within Wang Huacheng. He glared at Gu Ze in anger, only to find Gu Ze fixated on Xu Nuan.
"Ze, when we reach the Supply Station, I have something to discuss with you."
The two had been engaged in a minor cold war for the past few days, but their unspoken understanding rendered it meaningless. Inspired by Qi Huan, Xu Nuan had made up her mind.
"Mm," Gu Ze's tone towards Xu Nuan was a thousand times warmer than it was towards Wang Huacheng. "Have you taken your medicine?"
"I have," Xu Nuan replied softly, lowering her eyes as she continued walking forward.
Wang Huacheng, feeling blinded by his own emotions, began to entertain other thoughts. His long hair partially obscured his eyes, but the glimmering light that peeked through sent chills down people's spines. This reaction did not go unnoticed by Chi Xiaoming, who was playing the role of an invisible observer.
The mechanical mice followed them closely. Despite their reluctance, they had to destroy some of the mechanical mice, which forced them to quicken their pace. Having learned a lesson from their previous encounter, Deng Yinyin seemed satisfied with the help from Xie Huai and Xu Hang. She didn't seem overly concerned and occasionally found herself in trouble, only to be naturally cared for by the two. She also completely overlooked Xie Huai's increasingly pale face and Xu Hang's deepening frown.
He Min watched everything silently, a flicker of jealousy mixed with madness flashing in her eyes. The nails digging into her palm had already broken through the skin; that slight pain did nothing to quell her turbulent emotions.
Qi Huan noticed her expression and felt a jolt of alarm. A hint of helplessness escaped his lips, but he quickly returned to his indifferent demeanor. It was better for him to know as little as possible about her.
To seek profit and avoid harm is human instinct.
"Have you noticed that their numbers have increased?"
After trudging through the rain for a while, Xu Nuan finally asked this question.
Gu Ze and the others had no choice but to stop, quickly scanning the area. Suddenly, Fang Zheng, who had been overlooked by everyone, spoke up.
"All the way here, the swamp has been bubbling. When the Heavy Rain drips onto it, it bubbles too."
"Uh, what are you talking about? I don't understand."
Deng Yinyin was confused, but Xu Nuan and Gu Ze seemed to be pondering deeply. They looked closely at the swamp again and finally understood why there had been such a Heavy Rain.
When the rainwater splashed onto the swamp, it created water droplets that made the original splashes less noticeable. These mechanical mice were not afraid of water; they lurked in the swamp and crawled back onto land. At this rate, they would soon be surrounded by mechanical mice with no way to retreat.
"Let's give them a bait, then we head straight for our destination."
He Min suddenly spoke, her cold gaze sweeping over Wang Huacheng as she explained.
"Clearly, they locate targets based on body heat. These mechanical mice likely have infrared devices installed on them; we can use this to our advantage."
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