In an instant, a web of relationships took shape in his mind, marking everyone's stance, threat level, and potential usefulness.
That made his next steps crystal clear.
First, survive.
Second, figure out the rules of this world and grow stronger.
Third, deal with Han Wuji, the ticking time bomb.
As for this woman...
Chen Ye looked at Ling Feiyan's pale face. He had already made up his mind.
"One last question," he said. "Why is Han Wuji hunting us? Or rather, is his main target me or you?"
The question struck straight at Ling Feiyan's weak spot, like a sharp knife.
Her face grew even paler.
If she said Han Wuji's main target was her, Chen Ye might abandon her on the spot.
If she said his main target was Chen Ye, she would be admitting that, to Chen Ye, she was merely an accessory—and her value would plummet.
It was a trap.
"He... His main target is you," Ling Feiyan said with difficulty, choosing to tell the truth. She knew that if she lied about something like this, the man before her would think even less of her.
She had to make him understand that they were in this together now.
"Once the Soul Seizing Body Transferring Great Law locks onto a target, it's very difficult to change. Right now, you're the perfect 'cauldron' in his eyes. He won't give up on you. And I ruined his plans, so of course he won't spare me either. Neither of us is getting away."
"Good."
Chen Ye nodded, seeming quite satisfied with her answer.
He stood up, turned his back to her again, and crouched down.
"Get on."
The same two words again.
But this time, Ling Feiyan didn't hesitate.
She climbed onto his back without a word, a little more