Chapter 379: Strange Village
Just dozens of breaths later, the one-horned giant, Corpse Child, Earth Ghost and the Heartless Brain appeared at the exact spot where Ye Qing was earlier.
The one-horned giant was holding the Heartless Brain by the head. As soon as he let go, the Heartless Brain immediately dropped to his knees and began throwing up non-stop. But because his allies didnt give him any food, the only thing that came out of his mouth was stomach acid.
Where are they? Corpse Child looked at the Heartless Brain and asked.
Can I have a moment to breathe, please? The Heartless Brain complained in between vomits. That ride was so bumpy I could throw up my intestines!
Intestines? Where? I love intestines! The one-horned giant asked eagerly.
Corpse Child ignored the one-horned giant and said coldly, Dont make me repeat myself.
Youngsters these days have no civility whatsoever, the Heartless Brain grumbled before pointing in the direction where the paper doll had disappeared to. They were here, and they went that way. Assuming their speed hasnt changed, we should catch up to them very soon.
Lets go. Corpse Child ordered without hesitation.
As the one-horned giant picked the Heartless Brain up by the head again, the Heartless Brain looked in the real direction Ye Qing had escaped to with an odd smile on his face.
Hopefully, this will buy them some time.
Ye Qing was currently running across a barren mountain as swift as lightning. At the speed he was going, it wouldnt be surprising if he sounded as loud as a jet, but in reality his run was perfectly silent.
He was using the Illusionist's Grace instead of the Horse Talisman. Although the Illusionists Grace was more suited for evading attacks within a small area, its top speed was way higher than the Horse Talisman at full mastery.
The paper doll Ye Qing used just now was called the Shaping Talisman. It was a very special talisman that could take the appearance of anyone who blew a puff of pure yang qi on it. For a short time, the paper doll would possess the exact same presence and energy as the person.
The main reason he used the Shaping Talisman was to lure the Ghost Tower away from him. However, the talisman would only last an incense stick, so he needed to put as much distance from him and his pursuers as possible before it expired.
Phew I should have shaken them off for now, right?
Ye Qing finally took a break two hours later. He had run almost two hundred kilometers, and during this time he had used nearly every trick in the book to confuse his enemies and lead them astray. If even this wasnt enough to shake off his pursuers, then he might as well give up right now.
He was lucky he had a strong body and the dragon-serpent runes to replenish his stamina and astral qi. Another person would be completely exhausted by now.
My lead wont last more than a couple more hours though. I still need to kill them somehow.
Ye Qing was quite troubled to say the least. He had considered requesting help from the Pacification Bureau, but three Phenomenon-class Strangers werent a threat any county-level Pacification Bureau could combat. Gu Suitang and Fang Xiaoman could help him, but there was no way they could make it here in time. Man, what a pain.
It was at this moment Ye Qing noticed something downhill. Hmm? Theres a village up ahead. I might as well buy some food here and prepare for the long haul.
With his body, he could go three to five days without eating or drinking. But why stress himself when he didnt need to?
A few breaths later, he arrived at the village entrance. His senses immediately prickled with unease, however. Something about the place felt very off, lifeless and lethargic. He couldnt spot any guard in the vicinity either.
After he entered the village, he discovered that it was almost empty. There was barely anyone on the streets even though it was broad daylight, and everyone he saw was shockingly thin as if they hadnt eaten for days. Even stranger was the fact that they were all carrying a round stomach like they were ten months pregnant be it men, women, old or young[1].
Strange? Ye Qing furrowed his brows. He went up to a skinny, emaciated man and asked, Brother, can I
The man was gone before he even finished his question. It was as if he hadnt heard him at all.
Elder
Lady
He tried getting a couple more peoples attention, but not a single one of them responded to his inquiries. The most he got out of them was a lethargic, lifeless glance.
Is it done, boss? A voice called out from outside.
It is done. Come in, the village chief declared.
The men who accompanied him before filed into the room. One man kicked Ye Qing hard in the ribs while saying, Boss, its obvious hes just an ordinary person. We couldve just captured him on the spot. You really didnt need to waste all this food.
Its always better to be safe than sorry. The village chief shook his head.
And I think you are too cautious, boss. Another man chuckled. So, are we going to turn him into a Human Pill?
What else are we going to do if not that? A third man scoffed.
The man answered, Well, hes quite young and handsome, isnt he? Itll be a shame to turn him into a Human Pill when we keep him around for you know.
Fuck, I completely forgot that youre gay! No wonder you kept poking me with your thing when we were in bed last night! You ruined me! Another guy yelled.
The village chief chuckled. Enough. Im aware that youve been holding it in this whole time. You may have him. Its not like we cant turn him into a Human Pill after youre done with him.
Our current batch will turn into pills very soon. I expect you to carry out your duties to perfection, understand?
As you command! Everyone said.
The one guy who was gay thanked the village chief profusely, Thank you very much, boss! I wont forget this! He then strode toward Ye Qing with obvious lust in his eyes.
Snap!
Suddenly, the sound of a finger snap resounded throughout the room. Everyones eyes lost their focus in an instant.
On the floor, Ye Qing abruptly opened his eyes and rose to his feet. He stared at the man who tried to lay his hands on him with dripping disdain as he scoffed, I would rather fuck an old woman than be touched by the likes of you!
Then, he looked at the village chief with frigid eyes. Making Human Pills out of people? What an audacious, heinous plan!
You Youre fine? The village chief abruptly startled awake and stared at Ye Qing incredulously. He had broken free from Ye Qings Heavenly Demon Captures The Soul using some sort of secret art.
You seriously thought that tiny bit of knockout drug is going to knock me out? Come now. Ye Qing chuckled.
Knockout was an extremely powerful knockout drug. A single gulp was all it took to knock out anyone below the Astral Refinement stage. It was so potent that even a Spirit Purifier would have a hard time trying to stay conscious, much less fight.
Too bad for his attackers, he was immune to poison.
I knew you werent normal. The village chiefs face looked ugly. You saw through us from the start, didnt you?
You can say that. Ye Qing smirked. Everyone in the village is carrying a big belly except you seven. Everyone looked emaciated and lifeless, but you guys are practically the picture of health. Besides that, your subordinates are clearly skilled and reeked of blood. It was obvious that you lot had a lot of blood on your hands.
Finally, you claimed that it had been a long time since Red Sand Village saw an outsider, but I saw a few people who obviously looked like outsiders, not to mention that there were escort carts and merchant carts at the entrance. So yeah, you can say I saw through you somewhat.
The village chief: ... Somewhat? You noticed that something is amiss practically the moment you entered the village?
No wonder they say that all heroes are young! The village chief fell silent for a moment. You may leave now that youve enjoyed my hospitality.
Leave? And why would I do that? Ye Qing shook his head. I thought you guys are making Human Pills? Ive never seen one before. Why dont you show it to me?
Some things are better left unsaid, boy.
The village chiefs face slowly turned cold and stiff. I gave you an out. You couldve walked away and pretended that none of this had ever happened. But now, its too late for you.
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