bookbashuk Chapter 2056: Scheming Against Each Other
Chapter 2056: Scheming Against Each Other
Hearing Li Su’s words, Xiao Baifeng’s face was expressionless, while Ye Ling and Zhou Yu’s expressions remained calm as they kept silent.
Only the Long‑surname youth opened his mouth and said:
"So you’re trying to get something for nothing here."
"Since you want to know the information we have, shouldn’t you share the information you know with us as well?"
Li Su’s eyes narrowed slightly as he looked at the Long‑surname youth.
"In our team, Bai Feng and I are both in the Void Refinement Realm."
"Among you of the Human Race, only you are in the Void Refinement Realm."
"The other two are actually just in the Mid Divine Transformation Realm."
"Once we enter the Bone Forest later, if we run into danger, won’t it still be us who have to protect you?"
"What, you expect us to protect you while you won’t even share information?"
Hearing this, the Long‑surname youth glanced at Ye Ling and Zhou Yu.
Then he said blandly, "Since we chose this mission, life and death are up to fate. Who has the time to save others."
Ye Ling shrugged as well and said:
"I’ve never liked owing favors, so if there’s real danger, there’s no need to save me."
Zhou Yu, hearing this, said calmly:
"That’s what I mean too."
Hearing this, Li Su’s face darkened.
He had originally wanted to use this method to threaten the three of the Human Race into revealing some information, but unexpectedly, the three humans couldn’t even piss into the same pot.
Moreover, it looked like there was even some kind of grudge between them.
As expected, the Human Race loves infighting.
Li Su gave a cold snort.
"If that’s the case, we don’t need to form a team at all. Let’s split up right here and rely on our own abilities."
Seeing that this team was about to fall apart—
Xiao Baifeng at the side spoke up:
"Enough."
"Everyone, stop bickering here."
"Since the higher‑ups arranged for us to carry out this mission together, it means this mission can’t be completed by just one or two people."
"Besides, at this critical juncture, we’re going to penetrate deep into the Withered Water Wood Clan’s hinterland. You can imagine how dangerous that is."
"So it’s better if we have an honest exchange."
"How about this: we’ll talk as we go. I’ll first share the intelligence we Demon Clan obtained."
"Then you from the Human Race can share yours."
"No matter what, completing the mission is in all of our best interests, isn’t it?"
Hearing this, the Long‑surname youth chuckled.
"This elder sister’s words are pleasant to hear. I’ve no objections."
Xiao Baifeng turned to look at Li Su again, and Li Su snorted coldly.
"Do as you like."
Xiao Baifeng chuckled at that.
"Then it’s settled."
"I have a Magic Treasure that conceals auras. Its effect is quite good."
As she spoke, she waved a single hand, and a Magic Artifact that looked like a feather appeared in her palm.
Then Xiao Baifeng activated the Magic Artifact, and in an instant, a faint white radiance spilled down.
"Alright, everyone, come in."
Hearing this, the Long‑surname youth and Li Su were the first to step inside. Zhou Yu and Ye Ling hesitated for a moment before following.
As the five of them entered the Feather Spiritual Artifact, their figures bizarrely vanished from where they had been.
Standing beneath the Feather Spiritual Artifact, a trace of surprise flashed in Zhou Yu’s eyes.
This Magic Artifact not only concealed their bodies, it also completely masked their auras.
Most likely, only a powerhouse at the Late-stage Void Refining Realm would have a small chance of detecting them.
He had to admit, this Magic Artifact was indeed a rare treasure.
Just as Zhou Yu was marveling over it, Xiao Baifeng lightly waved her hand, and the Magic Artifact expanded tenfold, carrying them as it flew toward the Bone Forest.
Along the way, their speed wasn’t the least bit slower than when they’d been traveling before, yet not a trace of aura leaked out.
The Long‑surname youth at the side spoke in open admiration:
"Bai Feng‑sister’s Magic Artifact is truly exquisite!"
"I dare say I’ve seen quite a few similar Magic Artifacts, but in terms of stealth effect, they’re still a bit inferior to yours. As for speed, they’re far worse."
Xiao Baifeng smiled faintly.
"Mr. Long, there’s no need to be modest."
"Your Long Family controls many of the Human Race’s auction houses. What kind of treasure have you not seen?"
Hearing this, Zhou Yu’s heart stirred.
Auction house?
Ever since he’d seen this Long‑surname youth, Zhou Yu had faintly felt that the man seemed somewhat familiar.
But he simply couldn’t recall where he’d seen him before.
Now that Xiao Baifeng suddenly mentioned auction houses, Zhou Yu abruptly remembered.
Back at the Han Yue Restaurant auction, the Demon Clan man who’d competed with him for the Simurgh Feather had given him a feeling somewhat similar to this Long‑surname youth.
Of course, it was only a feeling.
After all, at that auction, the entire venue had been shrouded in a Grand Formation. There was a special Barrier around each person, and Divine Sense simply could not penetrate.
As for appearances—
Most of the people attending that auction had altered their looks with disguises, Zhou Yu included.
So he couldn’t tell anything from appearance.
He could only rely on his instincts.
Realizing this, Zhou Yu inconspicuously glanced at the Long‑surname youth, a strange light flashing in his eyes, no one knew what he was thinking.
After the Long‑surname youth and Xiao Baifeng finished complimenting each other for a bit, Xiao Baifeng suddenly said:
"Everyone, this time as we delve into the Bone Forest to carry out our mission, we need to remain alert at all times."
"How about this: we’ll rotate on watch, five days per person. That way, each of us can stay in our best condition."
"What do you all think?"
Hearing this, the Long‑surname youth nodded and said:
"Bai Feng‑sister has thought this through very well. I’ve no objections."
Li Su, Ye Ling, and Zhou Yu naturally had no objections either.
"Since no one has any objections, I’ll start first."
Xiao Baifeng chuckled.
"Then Mr. Long, Brother Li, Ye, and Mr. Zhou."
"We’ll go in that order."
"Alright!"
After everyone agreed, Zhou Yu and the others sat cross‑legged. After setting up a simple Barrier around themselves, they closed their eyes and began their Cultivation.
Very soon, silence settled over the Feather Spiritual Artifact.
At that moment, the Long‑surname youth suddenly opened his eyes, glanced back at where Ye Ling and Zhou Yu were meditating, and an almost imperceptible cold smile flashed in his gaze.
"Heh heh!"
"Everything is going according to plan. Heaven truly favors me..."
On the other side, Xiao Baifeng, standing at the very front of the Feather Spiritual Artifact, was using Divine Thought Communication to speak with Li Su at the back.
"Bai Feng‑sister, are you serious about what you said, that Human Race woman called Ye Ling really has Fire Phoenix True Blood in her body?" Li Su’s voice was filled with shock and excitement!
Xiao Baifeng smiled and said:
"Brother Li, don’t forget, my Golden Palace Clan and the Fire Phoenix Clan have some ties. I can sense the Fire Phoenix True Blood in that woman."
Li Su’s face immediately showed ecstasy.
"Haha, what a heaven‑sent opportunity."
"Bai Feng‑sister, how about you and I join forces to seize that Fire Phoenix True Blood?"