"Don't let the Netherworld Empress hear these words." Nightmare pondered then said calmly, as it's often said "the more you say, the more likely you are to make a mistake." Observing history, those who criticized their superiors mostly ended up poorly. Nightmare noted, Chen Yuxin is a very assertive woman, unlike Su Qingyu's kindness and leniency; she's likely to do some "extreme" things.

"Of course, I have discretion." Illusion Fox replied casually, glancing at the top of the canyon, "By the way, haven't you noticed something?"

"What thing?"

"Actually, if the Ghost Soldiers act now, both us and those on the plank road might face certain death." Illusion Fox's expression was slightly tense, "But why are they not acting?"

"What, do you want them to shoot arrows at us?" Nightmare teased.

"Of course not, but... often when we let our guard down, we fall into even greater crises." Illusion Fox's analysis wasn't wrong; the Ghost Soldiers could have stopped us but deliberately let us in. The ambush they've set up has almost everyone overlook this point. After surviving a disaster, people don't want to believe that this is the start of a bigger trap.

"No matter what the Ghost Soldiers intend, we can only go down this path until the end. Anyway, this isn't the first time; I'll go up and have a look, you all wait here." Nightmare used his hand-picked tool to climb up the stone wall bit by bit.

"Wait for a moment." Illusion Fox glanced at Nightmare, shook his head helplessly, and instructed the Hidden Guards behind him to continue. The canyon was over a hundred meters tall, climbing it would take some effort.

The plank road.

"Hold on." Ghost suddenly stopped everyone.

"What happened?" Chen Yuxin slightly frowned and suddenly asked.

"Sister-in-law, the Ghost Soldiers are clearly up there, but why aren't they stopping us?" Ghost continued, "I'm worried they are purposely letting us pass."

Obviously, besides Illusion Fox, Ghost had also noticed this.

"Ghost, life and death are uncertain, even if there's danger, we have to proceed." Jeddon stepped forward and accused.

"I don't mean not to rescue the Boss, but I must know if this is a trap." Ghost retorted.

"Ghost, you're in the rear guard; everyone else, keep moving forward." Chen Yuxin said with displeasure, her face dark.

"Sister-in-law, I..."

"I won't say it a second time."

"Yes, I comply with orders." Ghost was somewhat dispirited. He couldn't stop Chen Yuxin; confronting her now would leave the Hidden Guards uncertain who to follow. Reluctantly, he led his team to the rear.

"Jeddon, you will command the remaining guards."

"Yes, Netherworld Empress."

Chen Yuxin let the Chen family guards and elders lead the way. They'd been walking for over an hour, and the plank road was almost at its end.

At the same time, Nightmare also reached the top of the canyon. As expected, there were many Ghost Soldiers lying in ambush. His movements were careful not to attract attention.

Nightmare slightly lifted his head. The flat terrain on either side of the canyon was ideal for assembling troops, making it a perfect spot for an ambush. The rows of black armored Ghost Army solidified Illusion Fox's guess, pikes standing tall, the Ghost Army divided into twelve rows, three of which were crossbowmen, shield bearers at the front, followed by spear-holding Ghost Soldiers.

Unfortunately, the earpiece couldn't be used here; otherwise, he could warn Ghost. Nightmare examined those Ghost Soldiers carefully; despite their readiness, there was no sign of action. It was unclear whether this was good or bad news.

The good news was that the Ghost Soldiers hadn't acted yet, or the losses would have been enormous.

The bad news... if they charged once everyone was through the canyon, it would be a full encirclement, making escape nearly impossible.

At the other side of the ruins.

"It's really awkward." Ye Shikai was somewhat annoyed. Why pretend to be a guard of the Li Mansion? They've traveled far now, making it hard to find Chen Yuxin and Ji Qian. But Li Mansion is following Tang Can, and he's been "singled out" by Tang Can. If he leaves abruptly, it might arouse Tang Can's suspicions.

"Cough, Li Yueying, I need to return to find them." Ye Shikai spoke quietly.

"You alone? Better to stay; following us at least won't lead to trouble. Chen Yuxin has so many people by her side; you needn't worry." Li Yueying seemed reluctant for Ye Shikai to leave, urging him persistently.

"I can't; I still can't feel assured about them, Li Yueying. Thank you for your help; consider it a favor owed. Until we meet again."

"Wait, Tang Can is nearby; how will you leave?" Li Yueying again stopped Ye Shikai, not letting him leave.

"Don't worry; I have my ways." Ye Shikai smiled slightly, slowly stepped back, and when unnoticed, immediately donned the Netherworld King's Helmet, disappearing on the spot.

"Hmph, that guy has quite a few treasures." Li Yueying remarked, unamused.

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"Quite a fearless bunch." Tang Nie eyed the sudden appearance of Ghost Soldiers, shouted angrily, and unleashed a surge of powerful Inner Strength from his body, forcefully repelling the front row of Ghost Soldiers.

"Miss Ji, don't worry; to me, these are mere ants." Tang Nie hoped to show off well in Ji Qian's presence, waved his hand, and the twenty guards behind him immediately charged, battling with the Ghost Soldiers several times their number.

"I have skilled fighters; Miss Ji, rest assured." Tang Nie gently nudged Ji Qian back and charged forward, joining the fray.

"No wonder many say a woman's beauty is omnipotent; even in dangerous situations, there's competition over who takes action." Wuyan teased from the side.

"That depends on whether they're capable." Ji Qian watched with her Moon Guards at the side, not getting involved. On one hand, the Ghost Soldiers were indeed formidable. Although there's Wuyan's "Corpse Worm," she didn't want more losses among the Moon Guards. On the other, since Tang Nie liked to show off, let him do so. Despite the Ghost Soldiers' numbers, they're not enough to harm him.

Though Tang Nie loved to flaunt his prowess, both he and his subordinates indeed possessed strength. A long knife in hand had Ghost Soldiers falling all around.

"Miss Ji, have you noticed? Even when beheaded, a Ghost Soldier can still fight without a head, but when the heart is also destroyed, the Ghost Soldier is completely dead." Wuyan suddenly spoke.

Ji Qian's expression tightened; observing the battle, it seemed true. Could this be the Ghost Soldier's weakness?

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