The two of them continued their journey, getting closer and closer to the Azure Yang Sect.
Chen Mu's speed became slower and slower.
Previously, Zhou Jinglei seemed to have traveled a long distance and slowed down considerably.
Chen Mu suggested that they take a break, and Zhou Jinglei did not reject it.
The two of them sat on opposite sides of the road.
At that moment, Chen Mu took out a large piece of raw meat with even distribution of thin and fat parts from his bag. Then, he used a knife to cut it into half a fist-sized piece of meat. Finally, he pierced it with a tree branch and started a fire to roast the meat.
The branch was constantly rotated, and the oil inside the roasted meat oozed out, emitting a beautiful sizzling sound.
Then, he took out all kinds of spices from his bag and sprinkled them.
The fragrance of the roasted meat mixed with the fragrance of the spices. The smell was extremely alluring.
Chen Mu glanced at Zhou Jinglei, who was beside him.
He was visibly gulping at the scene.
This kid did not bring any luggage. Coupled with his exhausted expression, he probably had not eaten for a long time, right?
Hmph!
He refused to believe it!
How could a young man have such strong willpower!
Chen Mu snorted coldly in his heart and continued roasting the meat.
However, even when the meat was almost burnt, Zhou Jinglei did not make any requests.
Left with no choice, he could only ask, "Brother Zhou, you must be hungry from all the traveling, right?"
"I can't eat this alone. Why don't…"
However, what he did not expect was that Zhou Jinglei turned his head away and said calmly, "Brother Chen is too polite. However, I don't like greasy food."
Good lord!
Chen Mu was amazed!
Coupled with the wine from before, this kid actually still did not fall for it!
He would not budge!
After cursing in his heart, Chen Mu picked up the roasted meat and started eating.
There were five pieces of meat on the skewer, and the first piece he inserted on the stick was drugged.
He started eating from the fifth piece. After eating four pieces, he would be full. Outsiders would not be able to tell.
If Zhou Jinglei were to eat it, he would have to change the way he picked up the skewers. Zhou Jinglei would have to start from the first piece and fall into the trap immediately.
It was a pity that no matter how scheming he was, Zhou Jinglei would not fall for it.
He was really not making this easy!
"Looks like I have to use force… but I have to change my strategy." Chen Mu sank into deep thought.
...
After eating the roasted meat, the two of them had rested enough, so they continued on their way.
Chen Mu did not follow behind Zhou Jinglei directly. Instead, he was only half a body's length behind Zhou Jinglei.
This way, he could ensure that he was within Zhou Jinglei's line of sight.
It could not be helped. The kid was too alert. He would be more defensive if Chen Mu walked directly behind him.
...
Chen Mu no longer stared at Zhou Jinglei's neck.
His master had said that some people in the pugilistic world had a sixth sense. Not only could they sense the evil thoughts of others, but they could also predict danger in advance.
The fact that Zhou Jinglei was able to sense the leap of faith he had earlier was the best proof.
Thus, he definitely could not stare at Zhou Jinglei's weak spot or aim at it.
He had to act suddenly.
...
The two of them chatted as they traveled. Chen Mu continued to talk about random things to distract Zhou Jinglei.
In reality, even he himself did not know when he would take action.
That's because once the time was determined, one's body would subconsciously become nervous and alert the other party when they were about to attack.
Only by completely relaxing like this could he hide from Zhou Jinglei's sixth sense.
...
Time ticked by. Two hours later, the outline of a mountain range appeared in the distance.
According to Chen Mu's estimation, they were only about twenty to thirty miles away from the Azure Yang Sect.
However, he still maintained a relaxed state.
After walking another seven to eight hundred meters, Chen Mu was asking Zhou Jinglei about some basic knowledge about cultivation.
Halfway through his sentence, Zhou Jinglei took a step forward!
However, Chen Mu did not take a step forward.
Instead, at that instant, he landed behind Zhou Jinglei!
At this moment, his right hand seemed to have a mind of its own. Without even needing his brain to give the order, he lifted it up and slammed it onto the back of Zhou Jinglei's neck!
Divine Palm Strike!
Even when he attacked with his right hand, he still continued talking as usual, there was not even the slightest fluctuation in his voice!
It was as if that hand had nothing to do with him!
Chen Mu himself was amazed by this sudden attack he launched!
This ability to seize opportunities, this calmness when doing bad things!
Him not being a killer was a huge loss for the world of assassination!
Bang!
With a dull thud, Zhou Jinglei was caught off guard and suffered a heavy blow!
Chen Mu perked up!
Success!
Haha!
However!
A terrifying scene occurred!
After taking the attack directly, Zhou Jinglei staggered a few steps forward…
However… he did not fall.
Instead, he steadied himself!
Ah!
This!
What…
What kind of result was this?
Chen Mu was terrified.
The strength of his palm was not small. A mortal would definitely not be able to withstand it.
He did not expect Zhou Jinglei to be even stronger than he had imagined!
This was bad!
What to do!
Surrender?!
Zhou Jinglei quickly turned around!
Chen Mu was quick-witted. He quickly retracted his right hand that had nowhere to rest and covered the back of his neck!
Ah!
With a scream, Chen Mu became extremely vigilant and started looking around, "Brother Zhou! Someone ambushed us!"
Zhou Jinglei also clutched the back of his neck.
When he felt the heavy blow on the back of his neck, he subconsciously thought that Chen Mu was ambushing him.
But when he turned around and saw that Chen Mu was also holding the back of his neck, his mind went blank for a second. He did not know if it was because he was a little dazed from the beating.
Seeing that Zhou Jinglei's eyes had gradually regained clarity, Chen Mu knew that such a simple trick would definitely not be able to deceive this cautious youth.
"Looks like I have to bleed a little!"
Seeing that things were about to get out of hand, Chen Mu made up his mind and pinched hard with his right thumb!
The skin on the back of his neck was instantly pinched and blood flowed out rapidly!
When he felt that his right hand was completely wet, Chen Mu retracted his right hand and took a look.
"Blood… so much blood!"
"Brother Zhou, I heard that some spirit monsters like to tease people!"
"Did we encounter such a monster?"
Chen Mu looked at the blood on his hand with a slightly horrified expression.
When Zhou Jinglei saw the blood on Chen Mu's hand, he was finally stunned.
He began to suspect…
Could it be that they really encountered a spirit monster that liked to tease people?
But… something was wrong. Weren't they exterminated already?
One escaped?
Before he could react, Chen Mu's pupils suddenly constricted violently. It was as if he had seen something terrifying behind him!
Sensing the change in Chen Mu's gaze, Zhou Jinglei's hair stood on end. An indescribable sense of danger descended upon him!
He did not dare to relax at all!
He suddenly pulled out his long blade, turned around, and slashed towards the void!
Ah!
At this moment, there was another scream from behind. Zhou Jinglei was stunned.
Then, there was a muffled bang!
He only felt a numbing sensation at the back of his neck, and his vision instantly blurred. Then, his vision turned dark, and he fell to the ground.
...
Seeing that Zhou Jinglei had finally fainted, Chen Mu sat on the ground.
This series of actions was like watching seven or eight horror movies alone in the middle of the night.
He took out a bottle and gulped down a large mouthful of water. Only then did Chen Mu relax from his nervousness.
After the nervousness came joy.
Looking at Zhou Jinglei who had fallen to the ground face-first, the corners of his lips curled up into a victorious smile. "Heh, Brother Zhou, you're still too young."