Just like that, Su Yue went into battle with a large leaf wrapped around his waist, going in bare.
This large leaf was something Su Yue had prepared in advance, which he discreetly picked at the edge of the poisonous bee jungle a few days ago.
Because of this large leaf, Su Yue was stung by a poisonous bee, thankfully without life-threatening consequences.
The type of large leaf didnât really matter; the rainy environment was filled with jungles, uncategorized, with all tribes just gathering around randomly.
All preparations were in place. Aside from the large leaf, Su Yueâs only possession was the Beast-Selecting Sinew on his arm.
It was normal to tie small accessories, even for the Yangxiang Race. Last time, when Su Yue snatched the Choice Beast Hide, some Yangxiang people had ropes bound on their arms, and the Beast-Selecting Sinew was one of them.
He continued walking for a few more minutes.
Finally, at the end of Su Yueâs sight, there was a faint glimmer of light.
Yes.
That was the exit.
Of course, the light was still a dim haze; despite the sun in the rainy environment, it was always shrouded by clouds and didnât have strong light.
Getting closer and closer to the exit, at the critical moment, Su Yue slowed his pace, ready to conceal himself at any time.
Theoretically, there shouldnât be anyone in this tunnel.
But he couldnât be careless.
...
East Battle Dao.
With Jiao Qingyuan returning empty-handed, the atmosphere in Cangyuan Sixth Camp fell into a dead silence.
Nothing.
Jiao Qingyuan had explored down to a depth of a thousand meters but still didnât perceive any sign of living breath.
But in Wang Anhuâs hands, Su Yueâs life paper remained normal.
Heâs still alive.
"What are we going to do, where on earth did Su Yue go? Weâve searched several times but still havenât found any trace."
Jia Weisu paced back and forth anxiously.
"Everyone calm down. Since Su Yueâs life paper is normal, he must still be alive.
"As long as heâs alive, thereâs hope for rescue.
"How about this, the tribes just charged, they wonât come to the mining field again soon, Iâll wait by the cliff.
"In case Su Yue can climb up, I will rescue him immediately."
Jiao Qingyuan solemnly assigned tasks:
"The six of you shouldnât be idle either, monitor the outskirts of the poisonous bee jungle more often.
"What the boy said is right, Su Yue might be concealed in the poisonous bee jungle and just temporarily unable to come out.
"As long as the life paper remains unchanged, we shouldnât relax for even a day.
"On the chance Su Yue emerges from the poisonous bee jungle, you must rescue him immediately."
Jiao Qingyuanâs orders were orderly.
"Understood!"
Everyone nodded.
Though itâs as difficult as searching for a needle in a haystack, since heâs not dead, hope canât be abandoned.
Jiao Qingyuanâs calmness also instilled a bit of faith in everyone.
"While searching for Su Yue, donât overlook your own injuries.
"The task of Cangyuan Sixth Camp is to guard the East Battle Dao. Since Su Yue isnât dead for now, donât be overly tense, avoid being ambushed by tribes due to exhaustion, which would be even more detrimental.
Jiao Qingyuan continued with a furrowed brow.
"Thank you, General, for your concern, what about your injury?"
Wang Anhu hurriedly asked.
"Iâm fine, itâs an old issue, Iâm used to it, will recover in a few days."
Jiao Qingyuan shook his head.
Although he appeared calm, people still saw deep anxiety and worry in his eyes.
"General, Su Yue and the others were about to be summoned back by West Martial, how do we explain this to West Martial?"
Jia Weisu asked once again.
"Conceal it.
"Before confirming Su Yueâs death, keep his disappearance a secret for now.
"Others coming to East Battle Dao canât be of any help and instead might worry needlessly, thereâs no need for that, just say heâs retreating at East Battle Dao."
Jiao Qingyuan thought for a moment and said.
This was the most advantageous plan for himself. Anyway, the plan would commence in about 20 days.
Keep it hidden.
Hide it one day at a time.
Better safe than sorry.
"This young man, are you Su Yueâs classmate from West Martial?"
Jiao Qingyuan then inquired.
"Yes."
Bai Xiaolong nodded.
His eye sockets were sunken, and he was nearly driven mad with anxiety.
If Su Yue truly experiences any mishap, how would he explain it to West Martial, how to tell Mu Cheng?
However, Bai Xiaolong always felt in his heart that Su Yue must be hiding somewhere, and would definitely come back.
"Donât return to West Martial yet, stay at East Battle Dao and help find Su Yue. Youâre already Grade Five; the cold wonât harm you.
"Originally, it wasnât advisable for Cangyuan Sixth Camp to have more Grade Five, but you broke through to Grade Five here, if youâre careful, you probably wonât trigger the poisonous beesâ alert."
Jiao Qingyuan looked at Bai Xiaolong and said.
Theoretically, the East Battle Dao was only capable of having five Grade Five holders for defense.
Su Yue was Grade Two, too weak, his Qi Blood wouldnât trigger the poisonous bees.
Before Bai Xiaolong came, he was Grade Four, so there wasnât any danger.
Though he reached Grade Five, he did so at East Battle Dao, as long as he doesnât act out, it should still be safe.
But adding another Grade Four, it truly couldnât accommodate.
"Okay, thank you, General, I already had that thought."
Bai Xiaolong quickly nodded.
With Su Yue missing, he absolutely didnât want to return to West Martial.
Staying here, he could help look for Su Yue, at least get first-hand information on Su Yue.
After returning, he would no longer be eligible to go to East Battle Dao.
Regarding Su Yueâs situation, he would be utterly clueless.
"Alright, letâs leave it at that.
"You all head back to the barracks; the urgent matter is recovering from your injuries."
Jiao Qingyuan sighed and waved at them.
The six people left with heavy expressions.
Jiao Qingyuan toyed with the pneumatic nest stone in his hand, his gaze firmly fixed below the cliff.