Chapter 2290 - 74: One-Night Stand Shen

She knew that what lay ahead for them was likely a life-and-death crisis.

Finally, Shen You identified the safest direction possible and said in a deep voice, "Follow me closely, and be precise in your positioning."

Ye Bai looked at Shen You intently.

Shen You took a step forward, "First use the probe stick to confirm the path before we proceed."

Ye Bai confirmed the path and followed Shen You.

Just like that, the two moved slower than snails in the swamp.

Almost every step, Shen You had Ye Bai personally probe the ground, sensing any differences from the surroundings.

After all, Ye Bai only had theoretical knowledge, without any practical experience.

As they moved on, the mud was nearly up to Ye Bai’s knees.

Shen You’s face did not look good.

Two meters away, it seemed like a temporarily safe spot, yet the distance between was deep no matter how much they probed.

To really get across, the mud would certainly rise waist-high; there was no way to traverse it by walking—swimming was the only option.

He glanced back at Ye Bai, "Watch me, step in first, your feet will sink quickly, lean back immediately, and spread your arms to distribute your weight so your body floats on the surface."

Ye Bai listened; wasn’t this the method he mentioned for sinking deep into the swamp earlier?

Based on the knowledge he shared, not far ahead was a temporary safe area, but given the situation, the segment before Shen You can only be crossed using a special technique.

She watched as Shen You lay back on the ground, gently moved his hands and feet, using a backstroke style to slowly advance—albeit slowly, he was indeed progressing.

She watched nervously, hoping he wouldn’t encounter any accidents, her chest always tight and taut.

Shen You was very careful and cautiously proceeded.

Only after half an hour when he reached solid ground did Ye Bai breathe a sigh of relief, feeling a soreness in her left chest area from being overly tense earlier.

A hand gently massaged it for a slight relief.

Shen You wiped the mud from the probe stick, knowing they would need it again later.

He looked at Ye Bai and shared his experience of swimming the route earlier.

Ye Bai listened intently.

Very intently.

Shen You looked at her, "You have a bag, throw it first, throw it forward."

Ye Bai threw the bag into the swamp ahead, watching it float, surprisingly it didn’t sink, its buoyancy was quite good.

As she stepped into the swamp, her feet kept sinking—the sensation was like an irresistible force, as if death itself was dragging her into the darkness.

She immediately leaned back, spreading her arms wide.

Initially uneasy, Shen You eased up seeing this.

Ye Bai’s calm demeanor was indeed a decisive advantage.

If someone with less resolve were to panic, even if guided, all the experience would be wasted.

Ye Bai was patient, though fearful, she had enough patience to slide slowly.

She felt herself getting closer to Shen You, the desire to survive growing stronger.

As she neared solid ground, Shen You reached out, gripping her arm to assist her landing.

Ye Bai reached solid ground, her legs weakened, and she suddenly collapsed into Shen You’s arms.

This place was completely devoid of swamp, like a small island.

Shen You picked up Ye Bai, placing her to one side, and wiped the mud from her pant legs with the surrounding grass.

Ye Bai looked at Shen You, suddenly feeling the urge to hug him.

She wrapped her arms around Shen You’s neck, "Why are you so good to me?"

Shen You looked at Ye Bai, "Because I fell in love with you."

He kissed Ye Bai, helping her massage her legs.

Ye Bai noticed that although he wasn’t a doctor, his massage was quite comfortable, easing her originally achy legs considerably.

Once rested, Shen You went to explore the surroundings.

After exploring, he returned and looked at Ye Bai without uttering a word.

Looking at his expression, Ye Bai understood that the surroundings were very dangerous, making passage impossible!

Could they be destined to remain on this small swamp island of safety?

What about Xiaojiu, father, what would happen to them?