After a brief but fatal loss of contact, the Prison of Deep Seclusion is back under control.
Although the group of Nameless on the train were unharmed, one of Yaoqing's envoys was kidnapped.
In the aftermath of the prison break, at the Central Starskiff Haven, inside a milk tea shop...
" Teacher Ye Yan, with such a crisis unfolding, aren't you going to step in?"
Looking at Ye Yan, who was leisurely lying on the soft bed, March 7th was at a loss for words.
The fact that Teacher Ye Yan didn't intervene means that Hoolay's prison break was nothing to worry about. If he were to intervene, the only thing March 7th could think of was for Hoolay to transform into the new [ Abundance ] Aeon.
"True strength lies in its quiet strength; when it arises, it astounds all."
Ye Yan gently swayed his milk tea, then turned to look at Saileni, who was wrapped in bandages and slumped on the sofa.
"The pastor is in such a state! Are you really okay?"
March 7th gasped in surprise, covering her mouth. "How come you've been wrapped up like a mummy after just a few days?"
"This is commonplace, Miss March 7th, there's no need to worry."
As soon as she finished speaking, Saileni gave March 7th and Star a thumbs up.
Xing's lips twitched slightly. She understood again. This priest was putting on his own performance art. She didn't understand, but she respected him.
Seeing that they had failed to persuade Milk Tea Aeon to come out of seclusion, March 7th and Xingbing split up, with the former going to the Seat of Divine Foresight to meet with Yunli and the others.
Xing then walked to Starskiff Haven Street and found Yanqing waiting there with a worried look on his face.
"Teacher, you've arrived. I heard that you, Mr. Dan Heng, and Miss Saileni went to see the Judge, and as a result, the entire Prison of Deep Seclusion was thrown into chaos. I was worried about you all. I'm so glad you're all alright."
Xing nodded. "It's a pity that Hoolay still managed to escape. What happened on your end?"
"I originally planned to take March 7th and Yunli to Stargazer Navalia to see the Skysplitter, but unexpectedly, a group of Foxian of unknown origin, who possessed official status, appeared there."
"Their behavior was strange, and out of Curiosity, Miss Saileni 'tracked' them, only to discover that they were actually Borisin disguised as Foxian!"
"Based on some clues, they entered Stargazer Navalia to prepare for Hoolay's escape, but we stumbled upon their plan by chance."
"Who provided these guys with their fake identities? How many other imposters have infiltrated the Xianzhou under the guise of the Wardance?" This is what Yanqing is most concerned about right now.
"Wait a minute..." Xing interrupted him, "We were only ten minutes apart, how did Saileni manage to run between the two places?"
"Um... maybe she's just naturally fast?"
Yanqing coughed lightly a few times and got back to the main topic:
" Borisin traveled thousands of miles to infiltrate Luofu, attempting to rescue their leader through Trickery... This whole affair is too suspicious, unlike Borisin's actions, but rather somewhat similar to the behavior of the Disciples of Sanctus Medicus during the Ambrosial Arbor disaster."
The three generals, on high alert, sprang into action, intending to eradicate the fugitive and the ringleader to prevent further trouble.
Yanqing frowned slightly, realizing a problem. "But if these Borisin can disguise themselves as Foxian... where should we even begin to dig them out?"
"By the way, those tourists seem to be talking about you..."
"Yes, I heard that too." Yanqing nodded. "However, they'll be disappointed. I've already informed the general and relinquished my position as the defending swordsman."
"What? You're not going to defend the title?" Xing was surprised.
"For me, the safety of Luofu is the priority right now. Before I can take on the honor of being the guardian swordsman of the arena, I must first fulfill my duties as Cloud Knight Lieutenant."
"Those tourists coming and going, all they want is a spectacular sword fight. Anyone can go for such a match, why does it have to be me?"
With Hoolay's escape and the current situation in Luofu, Yanqing has no interest in participating in any more challenge matches.
His identity has always been that of a Cloud Knights, and the safety of the Xianzhou should be his top priority.
"The real battle isn't on the arena of the Skysplitter, it's here. If the fugitive isn't apprehended and brought to justice as soon as possible, given Hoolay's ruthless nature, he'll definitely cause chaos."
"This prison break was clearly orchestrated by someone trying to create chaos, and they succeeded. What honor does the Cloud Knights have left?"
"Well said."
The two turned around at the sound, only to find Feixiao sitting in a chair, drinking a cup of milk tea, with his arms crossed.
" The Great Victory General... when did he arrive?!"
"Although he's not taller than a folding stool, this little kid from Luofu has a spirit that rivals that of the Yaoqing Warriors."
"How tall must that folding stool be...?"
Xing's gaze kept lingering on Yanqing and Feixiao, trying to imagine the height of the folding stool in her mind. She suddenly became a little Curiosity.
"This has nothing to do with height."
"Have the generals already taken action?" Xing asked.
"I asked Yanqing to pick a place where we could eat and drink our fill. Before the [ The Hunt ], even the hunters need to be fully prepared."
"As expected of Merlin's Claw, even with impending doom, he still has such a good appetite... I urge General Feixiao to finish this quickly."
Feixiao sighed softly and looked at the delicious food on the table:
"I'm afraid I have no choice but to eat it. I brought you here to watch you finish it all."
"Me?" Yanqing pointed to herself, surprised. "This is hardly a time for leisurely meals... and this is far too much!"
"What, I can eat, but you can't? Ever since you met the spy Borisin, you've been restless, running around and not eating or drinking. Hoolay isn't an opponent you can defeat on an empty stomach."
"Yes, young people are in the prime of their growth, they need to be well-fed to have the strength to fight!" Xing chimed in from the side.
"Don't be too hasty. Give yourself a meal to calm down."
" Hoolay is still missing, and Mr. Jiaoqiu is also in his hands. The longer we wait, the more unpredictable the situation becomes."
Xing nodded repeatedly beside her. Hoolay had previously sensed the terrifying nature of the priest, and she was afraid that the priest's Dao heart would be shattered. After that, things became out of control.
" Jiaoqiu always says I'm the most impatient person in the Cloud Knights, and his advice is always right, so you have no reason to be more anxious than me."
"I have fought against the Borisin monstrosities for many years, and I know their brutality well, as well as the cunning behind that brutality. In this prison break incident, the Borisin were clearly well-prepared. The enemy is in the shadows; there is no reason for them to rashly step into the limelight."
"The prey is cunning and ferocious, so the hunter must be patient and persistent. Just like drawing a bow to shoot an enemy, one must hold the string at full strength to kill with one blow. Once Hoolay loses patience and reveals its claws, that is the best time to finish it off."
Yanqing looked at Feixiao: "Then... when will this optimal opportunity appear?"
"I already said... it only takes the time of one meal."