Chapter 1045: Da Hei the Fool

Chapter 1045: Chapter 1045: Da Hei the Fool

After Ye Qingchen and Xiao Xiao subdued the expert, the two swiftly used their carry-along ropes to tightly bind him, ensuring he couldn’t move.

Ye Qingchen checked if the binding was secure, while Xiao Xiao kept watch, paying attention to the surroundings to ensure no one else approached.

Once they confirmed everything was safe, Ye Qingchen and Xiao Xiao quietly pushed open the door to the side hall.

The atmosphere inside the side hall appeared unusually cold, with an oppressive aura emanating from the empty surroundings.

The two entered carefully, their movements gentle and cautious, fearing they might disturb something that should not be disturbed.

Ye Qingchen walked ahead, his sharp eyes scanning every corner of the surroundings.

He lightly lifted a corner of the door curtain, peeking inside to see the situation, only to find the room was empty. Xiao Xiao followed closely behind him, also carefully inspecting the other side of the side hall.

She pushed open several small doors, even checking under the bed and inside cabinets, but similarly did not find Qin Yue’s trace.

"Strange, Qin Yue should have been here." Ye Qingchen muttered to himself with a frown. A thread of doubt arose in his heart, feeling things were not as simple as imagined.

Xiao Xiao also couldn’t help but feel somewhat anxious. She walked over to Ye Qingchen’s side and said in a low voice, "Everything looks normal here, but there’s no trace of her. Could she have been moved?"

Ye Qingchen nodded and was about to make further plans when suddenly, the atmosphere inside the side hall changed drastically.

A low, sinister laugh brushed their ears, coming from above them. It was cold and piercing, carrying a chilling sensation.

"Are you two looking for someone?" The cold voice sounded again, more clearly this time, as if just above their heads. Ye Qingchen and Xiao Xiao simultaneously looked up, their gaze swiftly locking onto the space above the beams.

In the shadow above the beams, the silhouettes of two women gradually appeared.

They stood on the beams, tall and cold-faced, with danger gleaming in their eyes. Their lips curled into mocking smiles, as if watching prey struggle helplessly.

The silhouettes of the two women leaped down from above, landing steadily on the ground.

They unabashedly mocked Ye Qingchen and Xiao Xiao, their tone filled with disdain.

"Haha, so it’s you two useless fools!" one of the women said coldly, her gaze sweeping over Ye Qingchen and Xiao Xiao disguised as Da Hei and Old Liu, filled with contempt, "We were waiting for that brat Ye Qingchen, and instead, we got you two? Truly laughable."

The other woman echoed, "And you two dare come here? Don’t blame us for not warning you, leave quickly, otherwise we won’t show mercy."

They evidently recognized Da Hei and Old Liu, having no doubts about their identities, and therefore bore no vigilance toward the two. The women’s eyes held undisguised disdain, like they were looking at insignificant figures.

"You two useless fools, get lost already?" the first woman said more harshly, her eyes coldly watching them, "Don’t blame us for giving you a hard time."

Their attitude was rude and arrogant, entirely disregarding the disguised Ye Qingchen and Xiao Xiao.

Evidently, they believed Da Hei and Old Liu were insignificant characters incapable of posing a threat.

Ye Qingchen ignored the women’s taunts, his gaze calm and serious. He stared straight at them, his voice low and firm, "Where’s the woman originally held in this hall? Where is she now?"

His question was direct and sharp, but the two women showed no concern.

They exchanged glances, showcasing an even more mocking smile, as if they had heard a funny joke.

"Haha, you actually care about that woman?" one woman ridiculed, her tone playful, "Who do you think you are? You think you, such a person, can meddle in our affairs? Ridiculous!"

The other woman followed with further sarcasm, "Da Hei, you really are a useless fool. Even if your master Chen Rui came, he wouldn’t qualify to ask such a question. A lowly guard, dreaming of meddling in our Saint Heir’s matters, truly reckless."

Their words were as sharp as blades, engraving scars on Ye Qingchen’s dignity without mercy.

Their superior attitude and disdainful tone seemed to remind Ye Qingchen that, in their eyes, he was merely an insignificant character, not even worthy of a reply.

Xiao Xiao stood aside, hearing the taunts, her anger surged instantly.

She took a step forward, her face flushed red, angrily retorting, "You two are just lackeys, what makes you think you can be arrogant here? You think you’re so remarkable? Don’t think we’re afraid of you!"

Fire burned in Xiao Xiao’s eyes, her tone full of defiance and indignation. Her rebuke was powerful, not only for Ye Qingchen’s sake but also fighting for her own dignity.

Xiao Xiao’s scolding made the two women’s smiles falter slightly, but they quickly reverted to their previous haughty demeanor, contemptuously looking at Xiao Xiao, seemingly indifferent to her anger.

"Oh? A mere guard dares speak to us this way?" one woman sneered, "You’re truly foolish, ignorant of your meager worth."

Despite continuous ridicule, Ye Qingchen and Xiao Xiao’s gaze grew more determined, showing no sign of retreat.

They were well aware, while these women’s tongues were sharp, they ultimately were indifferent as pawns at hand. The real concern was finding Qin Yue and ensuring her safety.

Ye Qingchen’s eyes darkened slightly, subtly turning to Xiao Xiao. Their gazes met in mid-air, and in an instant, their thoughts connected.

Although no words were exchanged, they understood each other’s intent. A sharp gleam flashed in Ye Qingchen’s eyes, while Xiao Xiao silently clenched her fists, her spiritual power starting to flow discreetly.

Their demeanor suddenly shifted, transitioning from previous restraint to brimming bravado.

Ye Qingchen’s powerful strength at the Eighth Layer of Martial Emperor Realm was like a slumbering volcano, finally awakened at this moment.

Xiao Xiao swiftly elevated her aura, matching Ye Qingchen, ready to launch a ferocious assault in an instant.

"Attack," Ye Qingchen spoke two words softly, his voice low yet carrying undeniable authority.

Without hesitation, Xiao Xiao stretched her hands, spiritual power gathering in her palms, her figure darting like lightning towards the two women.

Simultaneously, Ye Qingchen kicked off the ground, transforming into a shadow, appearing almost simultaneously as Xiao Xiao before the two women.