Just as the two were nearing the end of absorbing their soul rings, a sudden rustling came from the bushes.
"Who's there!"
With a sweep of his hand, Xiao Hongchen immediately swung his cannon muzzles toward the sound, his finger already poised over the firing button.
The bushes parted, and a woman with shoulder-length golden hair slowly stepped out, an alluring aura radiating from her entire body. Two men followed beside her.
These three were Hu Liena's group, sent by Bibi Dong to seize resources and hunt down contestants.
Seeing the three still trying to approach, Xiao Hongchen's gaze turned cold, his expression looking as though he wanted to devour them alive.
"Stop!"
Hu Liena stopped, her foxlike eyes narrowing slightly. A playful glint shone in her gaze, and a seductive smile lingered on her lips.
"Little brother, don't get so worked up. We're not here to fight."
Xie Yue stood behind her, toying with his Moon Blades. His expression was chilling, and the murderous aura pouring from him was almost tangible.
"Nana, don't waste words on him. Just attack."
Yan was even more direct. He stepped forward, the soul rings beneath his feet lighting up as violent flame soul power erupted, sending a wave of heat rushing toward them.
"Brat, get lost if you know what's good for you. Don't make me do this myself."
Xiao Hongchen sneered as though he had just heard the funniest joke in the world.
"You three? Piss on the ground and take a look at your own reflections first! I've got twenty Soul Cannons here. One blast, and all three of you will be on your knees!"
Hu Liena's brows furrowed slightly. She could tell Xiao Hongchen's confidence was no act. The weapons in this brat's hands were anything but ordinary.
"Little brother,