Chapter 152 I'll Catch Up

In the game.

Fang Yue and Bai Daya came back to their senses together.

"We're really back!"

Bai Daya ran around the room happily. After getting Fang Yue's permission, she ran to the cafeteria again.

Fang Yue ignored her and pondered where Bai Xiaoya's real body might be.

Fang Yue thought it was highly likely she was still in the underground stronghold.

And if he wanted to return to the underground stronghold, he couldn't avoid the Coffin-Pulling Ghoul and the horde of ghouls.

In addition… Qing Si County's decision was to seal off that entrance, ensuring safety by blocking the exits and entrances.

To this end, Tian Erjun had already stated at the meeting that he would invite some sect experts who were knowledgeable in formations to come and reinforce the formation together.

And this foundation was built on the premise that the ghoul army had not yet arrived.

Before the reinforcement of the formation could be discussed, manpower was currently being used to guard the entrances and exits to ensure that no ghouls could enter or leave.

The reason they could still call for reinforcements was to buy time.

They, this group of people, had returned on Qing Si horses, much faster than the ghoul army, and this time difference was the key to them having the opportunity to defend Qing Si County and having time to call for help.

Fang Yue had special privileges to return to the underground stronghold, but he couldn't avoid the Coffin-Pulling Ghoul, and going back would be suicide.

The underground stronghold had a main path leading directly to Qing Si County and Ningguang Mountain, with several branching paths in between.

Not to mention that he couldn't pinpoint the location of the Coffin-Pulling Ghoul to accurately avoid it.

Just considering the current situation in Qing Si County, with the Coffin-Pulling Ghoul and the ghoul army possibly attacking at any moment, it wasn't the time for him to leave.

"Wait until Qing Si County is defended, then find an opportunity to go to the underground stronghold to find people."

With a decision made, Fang Yue walked outside.

Just as he reached the door of the room, he saw You Sisi leading Yu Baiyi towards him.

Yu Baiyi looked a little evasive when he saw him, which made Fang Yue feel strange.

"Officer You, is there something wrong?"

"..."

You Sisi didn't speak, but silently glanced at the room behind Fang Yue, pretending to be casual as she asked, "Where's Bai Daya?"

"Are you looking for her for something?"

"Her current situation is very similar to Captain Lin's. Captain Lin is still unconscious, but she is awake and running around. I'm a little worried and want Yu Baiyi to follow her. It's better to have someone watching her at all times, in case something unexpected happens."

Fang Yue originally felt it wasn't necessary, but when he thought of the Ghoul Eyes that Bai Daya could manifest even in reality… he hesitated and agreed.

He told Yu Baiyi where Bai Daya had gone, and Yu Baiyi, as if he had done something shameful, quickly excused himself and ran towards the cafeteria.

Fang Yue looked at his retreating figure in confusion.

"What's wrong with him?"

"He's probably too worried about the safety of Qing Si County."

"Oh, as expected of the Qing Si's Baiyi, truly righteous."

Fang Yue casually complimented him, then bid farewell to You Sisi, saying he was going to check on the situation of Lin Ling and Lord Han.

"I'll go with you."

Unexpectedly, You Sisi suddenly said.

"Eh? Don't you have to guard the entrance to the underground stronghold?"

"Not for the time being. Most ghouls can't match the speed and endurance of the Qing Si horses."

In terms of speed, many of the ghouls in the underground stronghold could keep up, but in terms of endurance, the Qing Si horses were indeed superior.

Full-speed sprinting and normal sprinting were two different concepts.

The Qing Si horses could maintain peak speed as their normal state for a long time.

And if the ghouls chased with all their might, they would run out of steam after a certain distance and be left far behind.

This was the most important aspect of these horses as a means of transportation.

"Then… let's go together."

The two of them walked together towards Lin Ling's room, neither of them speaking on the way.

Fang Yue was wondering where the Phoenix Organization had hidden Bai Xiaoya's soul.

And You Sisi, seemingly unable to bear the silence, suddenly asked, "Why is your strength increasing so fast?"

"...Uh, of course, it's all thanks to my own efforts that I've been able to improve my strength so quickly. You don't need to be discouraged. If you cultivate diligently, you can also become a Xiantian realm expert soon!"

You Sisi clenched her fists. She had originally wanted to surpass Fang Yue and become a Xiantian realm expert before returning to win back some face.

But now, Fang Yue had become a Xiantian realm martial artist first, while she, the genius, was still stuck in the third-rate Houtian realm.

"I will catch up!"

"What?"

"Don't be too smug! I will definitely catch up to your realm, and even surpass you! Just you wait!"

"Oh, good luck!"

As they spoke, they arrived outside Lin Ling's room.

Ignoring You Sisi's reaction, Fang Yue pushed the door open. Lin Ling was still unconscious. His injuries were very serious. If it weren't for his strong will, plus… perhaps his physique had been altered, he might not have survived until his rescue and would have died in the secret chamber.

Even now, Lin Ling was unconscious, surrounded by many doctors discussing and implementing treatments.

"How is Lin Ling?"

The doctors inside were stunned for a moment. After seeing that it was Fang Yue, they spoke up and said, "He is basically out of danger, but it is unknown when he will wake up and what his condition will be when he wakes up… If Ye Baiyi could have the Bai girl brought over for us to study her situation, perhaps we could use it as a reference to study their current condition."

"That's no problem. I'll go call her over later."

"Thank you very much, Ye Baiyi."

Fang Yue waved his hand, chatted for a few more words, and after confirming that Lin Ling would not wake up in the short term, he walked towards Lord Han's place.

You Sisi silently followed. After leaving Lin Ling's room for a while, she suddenly said, "Actually, I thought about killing Bai Daya and Lin Ling."

"I know."

"You… know?" You Sisi said in surprise.

"With your character, you never show mercy to ghouls. But those two are both very important to me, they are my close friends. If they really turn into ghouls, you don't need to take action, I will take care of them myself. You can rest assured about this."

"Close friends… okay! I believe you!"

After a pause, You Sisi said, "Then I will no longer dwell on this matter. Also, what do you think about the Sect Summons Order?"

"It's a good thing. I personally saw the number of ghouls gathered behind the Coffin-Pulling Ghoul. It will be difficult for Qing Si County to resist on its own. If we have the help of sects, we will have a chance to defend Qing Si County."

"I'm not talking about that, but about Tian Erjun personally inviting the sect elders and sect leaders to help Qing Si County."

"What's the problem with that?"

"He is currently one of the most important combat forces in Qing Si County. What if the ghoul army attacks just as he leaves?"

"But didn't he say that he can't invite those people if he doesn't go personally?"

"Then don't invite them! If Qing Si County overcomes this difficulty, I will not give any benefits to these sects in the future!" A cold light flashed in You Sisi's eyes.