It was dark.
Distantly, the indistinct roar of giant beasts rang out, reminding the humans on the surface that the world aboveground was still no paradise.
The convoy, having traveled all day, did not continue forward. Instead, it chose to rest outside the camp.
Luo Yan built a fire on the ground beside the armored vehicle. Guan Qi considered this unwise. In the night, giant beasts and enemies alike would be drawn over by the firelight.
Anyone who dared to do this was either a foolish idiot with no common sense or someone powerful enough to kill any enemy that came their way.
In Guan Qi's understanding, the Red Ghost was obviously not the former.
That left only the latter.
Guan Qi had not just met the Red Ghost. Several years ago, she had already worked with the man before her.
Back then, the Red Ghost had felt to Guan Qi like a sharp blade. At that time, his edge had been fully exposed.
Although that sharpness was no longer so obvious now, he was like a treasured blade kept in its sheath. It showed no edge ordinarily, but the moment it was drawn, it would cleave everything apart.
Guan Qi couldn't help feeling dazed. She had never imagined that after several years apart, the Red Ghost would have grown so powerful.
She composed herself, then spoke in her usual cool tone. "Mister Red Ghost, the Yellow Springs convoy is currently about two hours away from us by vehicle."
"However, they've also made camp to rest. They probably won't continue pursuing us until tomorrow morning."
"Of course, Yellow Springs may also be trying to mislead us, making us lower our guard before setting out at midnight to catch up with us."
"So I've arranged for some sisters to keep watch