So, what was the price?
Huo Yuhao's voice rang in Jiang Nannan's ear as he sent a private transmission to her. "Sister Nannan, come back quickly. I can't split my focus to fight them for long, or it'll affect the support I'm giving Senior Brother Yan and the others."
If one side grew stronger, the other side would have to weaken. Gains and losses balanced each other out.
Jiang Nannan's expression changed drastically. She hurriedly retreated, trying to flee back to Sea God Island.
However, a mass of Dark Blue Silver Grass suddenly turned into a barrier, blocking Jiang Nannan's path.
Tang Ya's figure emerged from within the Dark Blue Silver Grass. She said coldly, "Nannan, where are you going? Our soul duel isn't over yet!"
Tang Ya: Jiang Nannan is mine today. I said so. Even if Huo Yuhao came, he couldn't keep her!
Jiang Nannan's face darkened. She forced herself to calm down and showed no fear. "You think I'm afraid of you?"
If she showed too strong an urge to retreat now, it would very likely arouse Tang Ya's suspicion and expose Huo Yuhao's weakness.
As Tang Ya's best friend and roommate, Jiang Nannan knew how sharp Tang Ya could be about certain things. She also knew Tang Ya was even harder to deal with now, so she could not reveal any flaw.
"I don't have much Soul Power left. If there's no way out, I can only sacrifice myself so Dean Yan and the others can fight without worry. They have to protect all of Shrek City. Their duty is more important!" Jiang Nannan made her decision in her heart.
Just then, a warm current surged out from Jiang Nannan's heart and flowed through her entire body, unexpectedly filling up her depleted Soul Power at great