Blocked by Mole Man with brazen confidence, Little Rachel made whooshing noises as if she were on a slide, then slid with a swish from atop Tangbao's head down her neck and back. This was clearly not their first time playing this game; the baby and lion worked together with remarkable familiarity, then even high-fived in silly celebration.
Half-blind Mole Man had no idea what they were doing. Judging by the sound, they were high-fiving. His first thought was that they were calling for help, but that high-five was awfully quiet, wasn't it?
He had no choice but to cough loudly. "Heh heh, very clever, but I've already seen through your scheme. It's too childish! Let me tell you, stalling for time is pointless. Can you even escape underground? My men are the best at digging holes, hahaha!"
The Subterraneans joined in with sinister laughter.
Hearing Mole Man's words, Little Rachel turned to exchange a glance with Tangbao. Both the baby and the lion were filled with confusion. Where had this clown come from? Did he even know what he was saying?
Unlike Little Rachel, who understood nothing, Tangbao was also silly and adorable, but she had at least traveled far and wide with Director Daisy for many years. She could tell that Mole Man and his group meant harm, so she cleverly let out two little whimpers at Little Rachel.
"Wow! You're saying they're bad guys!" Little Rachel clenched her right hand into a fist and struck her left palm, putting on an enlightened expression as she quickly turned back to look at Mole Man, who resembled a giant green-haired turtle.
After examining him for a moment, she could not help pouting. This bad guy was way too weak. He was not even as formidable as that giant green-haired