Mu Lang agreed with the saying that where there was something abnormal, there was bound to be something sinister.
But Qi Cong had proven through his actions that he truly meant to help him.
There had been no fakery in the power of that strike. The three Blood Beasts had been driven back a fair distance by the Late Domain Lord Realm weapon's impact.
Qi Cong had also been left nearly spent after unleashing that blow.
Mu Lang had seen it all and felt it clearly.
He was certain that Qi Cong was now like a man on the verge of death, whose final deeds turned good.
A faint trace of gratitude even rose in his heart, though it was only the faintest trace.
Brother Qi, since you want to help me, then see your good deed through to the end and help me escape this place completely, Mu Lang muttered inwardly.
He had already formed a plan: use Qi Cong to hold back these Blood Beasts while he escaped alone.
He did not understand repaying resentment with kindness, but he understood how to make use of anything—or anyone—that could be used.
After driving back those Blood Beasts, Qi Cong staggered toward Mu Lang.
He looked at Mu Lang and said solemnly, "Brother Mu, I have already found a way to shake off the Blood Beasts that were pursuing me."
"Now, we only need to get rid of these Blood Beasts to be safe."
"I think neither of us should hold anything back. We should strike with everything we have!"
"Only cooperation can bring a win-win outcome!" Qi Cong's tone was exceptionally grave.
Mu Lang had his own calculations, but outwardly, he still had to string Qi Cong along.
He nodded and said in a deep voice, "Brother Qi, you