As Xiao Yi Xian and Xiao Bai headed toward that small valley, a hurried figure arrived in Qingshan Town...
The Wolf Head Mercenary Group's compound was bustling with voices. Numerous patrols moved about, with one passing by every few minutes. Security appeared exceptionally tight.
Not long after a patrol passed, a dirt-covered figure approached and headed for the gates of the Wolf Head Mercenary Group's compound.
When the figure reached the gates, he ignored the two guards and walked straight inside.
"Stop! Who are you?" One of the two drew his weapon and blocked the way, while the other glared at the man with hostility.
"Move aside. I'm Mu Li!" His voice was somewhat hoarse, though his words were still barely understandable.
He had run for a long time without even taking a sip of water. His throat was smoking now, as if it were about to catch fire.
Hearing him claim to be Mu Li, the man did not even raise his eyelids, merely giving him a casual once-over.
The self-proclaimed Mu Li before him was a complete mess, covered from head to toe in some unknown substance. The stench could be smelled from far away, making his nose twitch uncomfortably as his brows furrowed tightly.
Smearing oneself with magical beast dung was a means of self-preservation, something even low-ranking members like them knew. However, very few were willing to do it.
Unless one was driven into a desperate situation, no one would willingly do such a thing!
Listening to this unfamiliar voice, one of the guards was certain he did not know the man. He sneered. "What a joke. Our young leader is dignified and imposing, a young hero among men. How could he look like a beggar like you? Get lost!"
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