Strange Cards

Chapter 162 Escape from Death

The entire underground palace soon began to rumble, and then the surrounding buildings began to fall off and crash heavily to the ground.

Shi Yu looked at the few people still standing and quickly said.

"Those who can still move, along with the few who are less mobile, will head up and charge out."

"Shunzi! Let's carry Dafu out!"

The recovered Shadow struck first, using the stone giant's senses to pinpoint its weakest point and then focusing its attack on that point, directly piercing a huge hole in the mountain.

Luo Yushang wrapped the group in plants and soared into the sky. Ying followed behind Qi Wu and took him into the ground.

Shiyu mobilized the remaining ghost power and worked with Shunzi to carry Dadu out. Just as the two rushed out, the escape hole had been completely buried. That unknown, dusty history, which had been temporarily unearthed by the group, was once again buried under the shifting sands of time.

Seeing that everyone had suffered different injuries, Shigure immediately released his steel claws.

"Steel Claw, you will temporarily serve as my guard."

"We need to get back to the helicopter, please."

After saying that, Shigure released the remaining fire and looked down at the surroundings from the sky, while Steel Claw Demon quickly hid in the forest and took on the role of a guard in the shadows.

The Steel Claw Demon's aura had reached the peak of A-rank, and its terrifying aura made the hunters feel as if they were facing a formidable enemy. If the Ghost Domain were not considered, the Steel Claw Demon was even stronger than a small number of S-rank demons.

Apart from the three people from the southern base, the people from the other bases felt a chill run down their spines when they saw Steel Claw.

But seeing Steel Claw talking to Shigure and even completely obeying Shigure's orders, everyone felt relieved.

Shi Yu carried Qi Wu on her back, while Da Niu, who had recovered enough to walk, and Li Shun supported each other as they walked at the front.

After being given some emergency wound medication, Dafu recovered and regained his mobility after being treated by Luo Yushang and Yan Jingya.

Following behind were Ji Xuan, Mo Chuan, and Ying, who was hiding underground. However, nothing unexpected happened when they returned, and they quickly arrived near the helicopter.

After setting up camp and resting for a while near the helicopter, everyone prepared to leave. At this moment, Mo Chuan, the representative of the Northern Base, and Luo Yushang, the representative of the Eastern Base, cupped their hands to Qi Wu.

"Many thanks to the people from the Southern Base this time. I will definitely thank them properly at the gathering."

Qi Wu, whose injuries had almost fully recovered, also cupped his hands in greeting to the two of them.

"You're welcome, it's my pleasure."

"Everyone has suffered different injuries. Go back and rest well, then prepare to face the opening of the Gates of Hell."

"We'll take our leave now from our northern base."

"We'll be going now."

After saying that, the six people from the Northern Base and the Eastern Base left one after another. After Qi Wu and the others had recovered from their injuries, they boarded a helicopter and flew towards the nearest southern city.

The helicopter was very fast and soon landed at an airport in the city.

Liu Anguan, Yun Yuyan, and Bai Yu were already waiting there. Bai Yu, in particular, rushed over excitedly as soon as she saw Shi Yu.

Shi Yu hugged the white dumpling that rushed towards her and walked up to Liu An to ask.

"Why did you bring this girl along?"

"Where are Nan Nan and Xiao Jiu?"

Liu An smiled and tucked a strand of hair behind her ear.

"I'm temporarily entrusting Xiao Jiu to my sister-in-law because I'm going to the city and it's not convenient for me to take care of the child, so I didn't bring Xiao Jiu with me."

"Since Bai Yu was going back to Nanhai City with you anyway and said she wanted to see you, I just brought her along."

Qi Wu and the others looked at Yu Yan, who was clearly not very interested, and gave Liu An a questioning look.

Liu An gestured towards Bai Yu with his lip and made a fighting gesture. Everyone understood what was going on.

Because Yu Yan looked at Bai Yu with obvious fear in her eyes, Shi Yu roughly understood what was going on.

But Shi Yu, adhering to the principle of seeing things through to the end, brought her face close to Bai Yu's and asked softly.

"What did you do to Sister Yuyan? Why does she look at you with such fear in her eyes?"

Bai Yu pressed her face against Shi Yu's face and whispered.

"Aunt Liu taught me martial arts, saying she was afraid I would be bullied in the future."

"After I learned from Aunt Liu for a few days, Sister Yuyan insisted that I go into the virtual combat pod to practice fighting with her. After fighting for an afternoon, she has been like this ever since."

Shigure himself had personally experienced Baiyu's monstrous strength; Baiyu's slender and delicate hands contained the power to kill Zhen Guanxi with three punches.

Shi Yu also knew how strong Liu An's martial arts were, and had already roughly imagined the scene of Yu Yan being pinned to the ground and beaten by Bai Yu, making her meow.

"Alright, alright, everyone, let's not linger here."

"I've booked a restaurant, let's eat and chat."

With that, Liu An led everyone into a stretched Maybach, then stepped on the gas and drove toward the restaurant.

The four men on the mission at the table were wolfing down their food, while the four ladies ate very politely and deliberately.

Because Shigure and his companions' backpacks and belongings were buried when the underground palace collapsed, they hadn't eaten anything after the fight and had to rush out, so they were naturally starving.

After everyone had eaten and drunk their fill, Qi Wu took out a bright red token engraved with the image of a Vermilion Bird and tossed it to Shi Yu.

"If you're going to stay and guard our base, then this token will be very useful to you."

"I've also asked your sister-in-law to stay at the base recently. If you encounter any problems that you can't handle, go to your sister-in-law, and she will help you."

"After this meal, everyone should prepare to go to their respective cities to guard their posts, since tomorrow is July."

"By the way, Dr. Guan Yun, did you bring those weapons?"

Shiyu suddenly thought of something and spoke up.

Guan Yun took two boxes from the robot that was with him and opened them on the dining table.

"Take your weapons; Shigure upgraded them for you."

Everyone took their weapons, while Yu Yan held her brand-new large bow with obvious affection.

Liu An took the long whip, took out a small section, and swung it outwards. Hearing the sharp sound of it cutting through the air, he nodded in satisfaction.

Qi Wu, holding his twin swords, looked at the crowd and said.

"Alright, I won't say any more. I've already explained the rules, and everyone knows them."

"What I hope for is to see all of you here in August, not just a black and white photograph."

"It's all for..."

"Love and peace!!!"

After exchanging a few words and nodding, the group parted ways. Before leaving, Liu An hung a safety amulet on Shi Yu's waist.

The emerald green jade pendant adorning Shi Yu's waist gave him an air of refined elegance.

Liu An gently patted Shi Yu's head.

"Alright, here you go."

Liu An gently pinched Shi Yu's cheek, then turned and left.

"It will protect you and keep you safe. See you in August."

Shi Yu watched Liu An gradually disappear into the distance, then turned her head and summoned the little rabbit, which carried Bai Yu onto its back.