The sound of footsteps in the forest drew closer, and Liu Boqin's tension grew with every step.
From the sound, Liu Boqin could tell the animal in the forest was probably quite large. Looks like a big one. I wonder if I've ever seen one like it before, he thought to himself.
Even so, Liu Boqin wasn't particularly afraid. He had roamed these mountains for countless years and weathered all kinds of dangers. He was confident he could subdue even the fiercest animal.
At worst, I'll fight this beast and give my life to buy time for the Master and Brother Ye, Liu Boqin suddenly resolved.
Just as the three of them braced themselves for whatever animal might emerge from the forest, a figure suddenly darted out!
The figure stopped as soon as he emerged from the trees. Then he raised both hands and looked at Liu Boqin and Ye Chen, who stood a little closer.
"Hey, hey, easy there, brother! I'm no demon. Don't accidentally hurt me! I just picked up this outfit from the tailor's, and it cost a fortune."
The one standing before them was a handsome young man who looked to be in his twenties. He wore fine clothes and was clearly the son of a wealthy family.
Tang Sanzang was also considered handsome among men, but compared with this young man, he was just a touch less striking.
The young man's features weren't particularly rugged, giving him a gentle air. He had sharp brows, bright eyes, a high nose, and lips curled slightly upward in a smile. Just looking at him made one feel as if basking in a spring breeze.
"Are you human or a demon?!" Liu Boqin stared at the handsome young man. He couldn't believe that any rich man's son would be