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Upon hearing this, Zhu Ye Qing's face turned pale. He tightly wrapped his arms around himself and involuntarily shivered backward, his body trembling slightly as he fearfully asked, "You don't intend to eat me, do you?"
Yan Qing couldn't help but chuckle, the sound ringing out cheerfully in the cargo hold. He waved his hand dismissively and said, "Don't overthink it; I just think it smells good. I'm not going to eat you." Although there was still a hint of strangeness in his eyes due to his Psychic Ability, there was more of a relaxed and teasing demeanor.
While Yan Qing and the others meant no harm, the perceptive Peter quickly made a judgment based on the fleeting expressions exchanged among them. His eyes, hidden beneath his cloak, fixed intently on Yan Qing and the others, filled with wariness as he mistakenly believed they intended to harm Zhu Ye Qing. Suddenly, he thrust a gray paw out from under his cloak. The fur on the paw was somewhat disheveled but emanated an undeniable aura of protectiveness as it swiftly covered half of Zhu Ye Qing's body, shielding him behind himself while shouting loudly, "You can't bully him!"
Peter's voice, though clearly youthful and somewhat naive like that of an inexperienced boy, carried an unwavering tone that brooked no argument, as if he were guarding the most precious treasure in the world.
Seeing this, Jiang Wenyu's eyes sparkled with interest as a charming smile crept onto her lips. Tilting her head, she scrutinized Peter with curiosity and asked, "You look quite young; are you 17 or 18?"
Peter was taken aback by Jiang Wenyu's sudden attention and her intense gaze upon him. His youthful face flushed a deep red, resembling a vibrant sunset. The blush spread from his cheeks to the roots of his ears, leaving him somewhat flustered.
Instinctively, he shrank back into his cloak, revealing only his pair of watery big eyes that held a hint of shyness.
After a moment, he timidly replied in a soft voice, "I'm 17 years and 11 months old; I'll be 18 soon."
His voice emerged muffled from within the cloak, carrying the unique bashfulness of youth.
Seeing Peter's shy demeanor made Jiang Wenyu unable to contain herself any longer; she burst into laughter. One hand covered her mouth in an attempt to stifle her amusement while the other gently rested on the nearby railing as her body shook slightly with mirth.
Turning away from everyone, her shoulders quivered as her light laughter echoed in the small space, adding a touch of humor to the tense atmosphere of their journey.
Yan Qing observed this scene with a smile tugging at the corners of his mouth. He remained silent yet attentive, his gaze warm and gentle.
In those deep eyes lay countless untold stories, yet at this moment they were softened by the innocence of youth.
Lin Zhuang seemed indifferent to the commotion around him. He sat alone in a corner, arms crossed, his head slightly bowed. His brows were furrowed, as if he were pondering something of great importance.
His gaze was deep and introspective, occasionally flickering with a complex light that made it difficult for others to discern his thoughts. He remained quietly seated, like a silent statue in the corner, somewhat out of sync with the surrounding atmosphere.
Soon, after a swift journey, they arrived at a mountain range near the capital.
The mountains towered into the clouds, undulating like a slumbering giant dragon sprawled across the earth.
The trees on the mountains were lush and green, shimmering under the sunlight. Once they crossed this mountain, they would reach the capital.
At this moment, time had quietly slipped into the afternoon at 2 PM; the sunlight began to soften, casting a golden glow over everyone as if blessing their journey.
This was a strictly controlled route, heavily guarded, resembling a mysterious zone cut off from the world.
Only vehicles from special departments were permitted to pass through these mountains; for ordinary citizens, this road seemed to exist in another realm, completely shrouded in layers of mist.
In order to reach the capital today, they chose this shortcut. They could have dispatched helicopters for escort since helicopters are faster and could save considerable time.
However, the Ability Controller inside the helicopter was not performing well; in contrast, the Ability Controller in the cargo truck was more advanced and stable.
To avoid any unexpected situations during transport—such as an Ability User escaping—they carefully deliberated and decided to opt for the seemingly cumbersome yet safer cargo truck for escort.
Just as they were about to cross this majestic mountain range and victory was within sight, an unexpected calamity descended upon them like a demon.
“Boom!” A deafening explosion resonated through the air as flames erupted thirty meters ahead of the truck, thick smoke billowing into the sky.
The powerful shockwave from the explosion sent a buzzing sound through the cargo truck, as if countless angry bees were madly colliding against the walls of the compartment.
Inside the truck, a group of people was caught completely off guard, thrown about by the sudden tremor, and they all scrambled to lie flat in the cargo area.
The situation unfolded too quickly for anyone to react. Due to the presence of an Ability Controller within the cargo hold, several individuals were unable to activate their Psychic Abilities instantly to counter the crisis.
At that moment, everyone’s fate seemed to hang in the balance, dependent solely on Jiang Ming, who was driving the truck. They had no choice but to rely on him to maneuver the vehicle and evade the barrage of explosions raining down.
Amidst the violent shaking, Jiang Wenyu felt as though her insides had been rearranged. After a great effort, she managed to crawl up from beneath the truck, her hair disheveled and beads of sweat forming on her forehead.
Her beautiful eyes were filled with fear and confusion as she looked around and shouted, “What’s happening? Why did it suddenly explode?” Her voice trembled slightly, sounding particularly frantic in the chaotic confines of the truck.
“I don’t know what’s going on. Everyone stay calm; let me take a look,” Yan Qing said calmly. Though there was a hint of tension in his deep-set eyes, he remained composed.
Yan Qing quickly sprang into action. He forcefully pushed aside a small piece of metal that had been deformed and ignited by the explosion at the junction between the cargo area and the driver’s cabin. The metal creaked under his pressure, as if groaning in pain.
Beneath that piece of metal lay a transparent glass panel, through which he could see into the driver’s cabin. However, it was also in disarray, with warning lights flashing incessantly.
Seeing Yan Qing push aside the metal piece, Drui Feng glanced back and said, “There’s been an explosion ahead; everyone brace yourselves and don’t panic.”
“Alright, just be careful,” Yan Qing replied. Noticing that Jiang Ming and Drui Feng were in a more urgent situation than they were, he urged them to stay cautious and avoid any obstacles ahead.
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