The three slowed their horses and rode side by side.
Qianshan Xue asked softly, "What plan do you have? Tell us."
Chen Shi'an cleared his throat. "Given the strength of those three from Blackwater Stronghold, they certainly wouldn't dare attack us. If they do, they'll have to rely on Wu Dongchuang.
If Wu Dongchuang sends experts after us, we won't stand the slightest chance."
At this, both Qianshan Xue and Xiang Li frowned.
Chen Shi'an continued, "I suggest we split into two groups.
I'll take one route alone, and you two take another."
"Split up?"
Qianshan Xue immediately shook her head. "We're already at a disadvantage. How can we split up?"
Chen Shi'an said, "Never mind a Fourth Grade martial artist. Wu Dongshuang only needs to send a Third Grade Late Stage martial artist, and even together, the three of us would be no match for them.
If we split up, at least one group can escape intact.
In a moment, I'll take all three horses. They'll follow the tracks and come after me."
Qianshan Xue shook her head repeatedly and said urgently, "No! That would put you in too much danger. How could we rest easy?"
Xiang Li added, "How could we abandon you alone in a moment of danger? If I did that, how could I have the face to let you call me your big brother?"
Chen Shi'an smiled faintly. "Sister Qian, Brother Xiang, don't worry. If I set my mind on escaping, they won't catch me so easily."
Qianshan Xue still shook her head. "You're injured right now. If anyone is going to lure the pursuers away, it has to be us."
Xiang Li grunted in agreement. "Shan Xue, you go with Shi'an in a moment. I'll draw them away."
Chen Shi'an raised his voice. "Time