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As they continued on their journey, Yelai was surrounded by children like a star surrounded by admirers. However, they kept their distance, maintaining a certain space around him. They merely hovered nearby, whispering among themselves.
Having witnessed Gaze kill children, slay Sequencers, and possess Captain Zhao, even the most innocent child could not easily forget such an experience of Unknown Horror. They still held onto their fear and trepidation towards Gaze.
Yelai reveled in this situation. The children's fear was the best nourishment for him, the price he had to pay for this Sequence.
Soon after, he inhaled the scent of their fear and walked alongside them toward the Safe Zone.
Zhang Yinlin observed everything closely. Initially, she intended to drive the children away from Yelai, not wanting him to be bothered by them. Yet Yelai refused her suggestion. When she asked for his reason, he smiled and replied quietly, "Yinlin, if you keep Xiao Jun and the others away from me, I'll have to find another way to pay the price."
Zhang Yinlin was taken aback by this unexpected response. "So letting Xiao Jun and the others surround you is the price you have to pay?"
Upon hearing such a cost, she could almost confirm that Yelai's Sequence had never been obtained by any Sequencer before. It was true that the price paid by Sequencers varied from person to person. However, despite these differences, there were certain similarities or patterns; the same Sequence would yield slightly different prices depending on the individual.
The nature of Yelai's price was something she had only heard about.
With this alone, she was certain that Yelai's Sequence was likely a new Sequence. At least, no one had possessed it until now. A completely new Sequence? Zhang Yinlin's curiosity about what Yelai's Sequence was and what the Anomalous Entity connected to it might be grew stronger. However, despite her inner questions, she did not press Yelai for answers. There was no need to ask; Yelai had mentioned before in the basement that she would explain everything once this situation was resolved.
Zhang Yinlin understood clearly that resolving the threat of Gaze was not the end of their troubles, because the real enemy was not Gaze but Zhong Zhi. To resolve this, they would have to either capture or kill Zhong Zhi.
Yelai, we are almost there. After walking for several hours, Zhang Yinlin focused on the bend in the road ahead.
Ahead, the road split into two forks. They needed to pass through this area to reach the Safe Zone. Yelai nodded, no longer engaging in conversation with Xiao Jun and the others, her deep-set eyes narrowing as she gazed forward.
Everyone pay attention; we are approaching a toll station. Stay alert. According to our earlier discussion, Uncle Zhou, your Squad will be responsible for protecting the children. Other team members, do not act without my command.
At this moment, Zhang Yinlin's tone was serious. She, along with Yelai, Uncle Zhou, and Captain Wu, were all watching the road ahead. They had discussed on their way here and unanimously concluded that Zhong Zhi would most likely intercept them on this essential route. For this reason, they had planned early on: Yelai would handle Zhong Zhi alone while everyone else protected the children.
Captain, are we really going to do this? Isn't it a bit reckless? Many team members were restless upon learning of the plan.
I also think it's too reckless. After all, dealing with an Anomalous Entity is different from facing a Sequencer. An Anomalous Entity won't resort to underhanded tactics, but Zhong Zhi and their group will.
Yelai's rank and strength are indeed impressive, so I'm not worried about them getting hurt by Zhong Zhi. However, this isn't a competition; if things go south, Zhong Zhi can simply escape.
Cough, I believe that if we let Zhong Zhi get away, the consequences could be endless.
That's right; there's no need for Yelai to showcase individual heroism. Teamwork is what we need.
Captain, we should talk to Yelai. He might want to show off in front of the kids and gain some recognition, but if Zhong Zhi manages to escape, it would be a huge loss.
Anomalous Entities are certainly terrifying. But human nature can be just as frightening.
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