Chapter 650: Major events unfolding
Judging by what had just happened, this fellow named Riva might have been an expert, but he was not very brave. Or perhaps something in his past had robbed him of his courage, such as having died once, as Youyi had mentioned.
Of course, in Qin Xiaoxia's judgment, it was more likely that although the fellow was strong and fairly quick to react, he was not actually all that capable. True confidence was built on absolute strength. Otherwise, he could not possibly have been so frightened of dealing with a few petty bandits.
Still, while Youyi and Riva felt much less pressure, the dozen or so people who looked like refugees remained nervous despite relaxing somewhat, because Riva still wore an icy expression.
Well, Riva was a little lost himself now. He had no idea how to deal with this group of people staring nervously at him.
"Hahahahaha... I knew you could do it!!! You really are amazing, Riva!!!"
Youyi bounded out of the bushes and ran over from a distance, her long, wavy black hair bouncing behind her. She soon reached him and threw herself onto him, making him stagger from side to side.
"Don't worry, you're safe now. We won't hurt you. You can go!"
Youyi waved at the civilians, signaling that they could leave.
Qin Xiaoxia watched the scene with his chin resting in his hand.
This little girl seemed quite composed earlier, but she's just letting them leave? Isn't she going to ask for any information, like where they came from, where they're headed, or what happened to them?
"Come on, Riva. Let me tell you how cool you were just now!"
Speaking softly, Youyi took Riva's hand and led him toward the woods, paying no attention to the people behind