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Chapter 367: Why Are You Always So Unpersuadable?
Chapter 367: Why Are You Always So Unpersuadable?
Su Chen and Liu Xingwan had the same judgment regarding the current situation.
Initially, everyone had speculated that there would be significant disputes after arriving here.
However, it turned out that the two of them had the same viewpoint.
Now, the decision to be made was which direction to go.
"Brother Su, are those things left behind really intentionally discarded by the demonic beings? I’m not doubting you, but it’s hard for me to believe."
After the previous arguments, they finally began to discuss the main issue.
A person beside them, after hesitating for a while, couldn’t help but ask.
Su Chen had already given his hypothesis.
He found it genuinely hard to believe.
"The demonic beings we’ve encountered are often not very intelligent, and sometimes even seem foolish.
However, this is mainly because we’ve seen very few demonic beings.
The demonic beings we’ve encountered are usually quite weak.
In reality, the Earth Demons I’ve seen have already possessed notable intelligence.
If a Heaven Demon were to incite them, using some strategies would be entirely possible."
Hearing Su Chen’s words, Liu Xingwan’s brow furrowed again.
"Have you seen Earth Demons? Where?"
"In the wilderness outside our Heavenly Capital City, isn’t that strange?"
Su Chen replied, having seen Earth Demons multiple times before.
When he met Qiu Ruoshuang, he even witnessed a Heaven Demon.
Seeing that Liu Xingwan didn’t speak, Su Chen continued with his plan.
"My next arrangement is to disperse the personnel, leaving one person behind at each stop.
Set up traps along the way to obstruct and mark them for warnings.
As for the direction to proceed, it will be to the northeast."
Su Chen gave his judgment, and immediately someone beside him objected.
A disciple standing next to Liu Xingwan was shaking his head even as Su Chen was speaking.
"The major sects gathered here to work together, aiming to unite the elites of each sect.
To collectively strategize and solve the current problem.
If Brother Su disperses everyone, aren’t you removing all our advantages?
Isn’t this approach really inappropriate?
Moreover, is Brother Su’s arrangement to scatter us and then monopolize the decision-making?"
In fact, these doubts weren’t just from the person standing beside Liu Xingwan.
Gu Feng, standing nearby, also didn’t understand Su Chen’s arrangement.
"Junior Brother Su, once people disperse, the level of danger will skyrocket.
Gathered together, we still form a significant fighting force."
"Yes, Brother Su, it’s better to stay together."
Those standing beside Su Chen were now trying to persuade him.
"I understand everyone’s concerns. Right now, we can be vigilant for any dangers around us.
In theory, if we detect the movement of demonic beings, we can immediately escape.
But I want to ask, if we discover the trail of a Heaven Demon, what then?
Given our current situation, if we find it, can we really escape?
Not to mention a Heaven Demon, even a powerful Earth Demon.
If we discover it approaching us, can we really escape?"
Su Chen’s counter-questions left everyone present speechless.
It seemed that if a powerful Earth Demon or Heaven Demon really attacked, discovering their trail wouldn’t help.
The highest strength among those present was Sixth Rank Middle Realm.
Some hadn’t even reached the Sixth Rank.
Faced with such powerful demonic beings, by the time they discovered them, escape would be impossible.
Liu Xingwan, who had been silent, hesitated before speaking again.
"Was this all taught to you by Chen Su?"
Su Chen didn’t answer her, but instead took a tool from someone else and began demonstrating how to set up traps.
To Su Chen, these were just simple pit traps.
Cover them up and set a marker to prevent others from stepping into them.
After the demonstration, many of the disciples present exchanged uncertain glances.
"Can such simple traps really affect Earth Demons or Heaven Demons?"
Hearing these doubts, Liu Xingwan unexpectedly came to Su Chen’s defense.
"The body techniques and speed of Earth Demons and Heaven Demons are indeed not inferior to ours, but they are still demonic beings, animals.
They are not omnipotent immortals.
These traps, though simple, have their necessary effects.
Even if they can’t completely obstruct the demonic beings, slowing them down even a step would be a great help to us.
Moreover, traps and mechanisms should not strive for intricate complexity.
The simpler the trap, the more effective and practical it is!"
Her words silenced the opposition.
They had expected Su Chen and Liu Xingwan to argue over various issues once they entered the wilderness.
But in reality, their thoughts were quite aligned.
"Lady Liu’s thoughts align with Junior Brother Su’s.
Even the concept of these traps and mechanisms is the same as Junior Brother Su’s."
Hearing Gu Feng’s words, Liu Xingwan huffed lightly.
"He’s just repeating what he learned from others, not his own ideas."
The two leaders of the reconnaissance mission had reached a consensus.
The relevant arrangements naturally followed Su Chen’s suggestions.
As for the defenses further ahead, Liu Xingwan had no clear plan, so she didn’t comment.
Next, every ten miles or so, one person would be left behind.
"Let's set up as many traps and mechanisms as possible."
These things could truly save their lives in critical moments.
Su Chen had benefited greatly from these simple traps, and naturally wanted to continue using them.
"Those who stay here, if you notice any anomalies, immediately light the signal fire and flee."
When the others see the signal fire, they should also escape and hide as soon as possible.
They headed deep into the northeast.
Everyone except Su Chen felt more or less anxious.
They had never ventured this deep into the wilderness, and their hearts were undoubtedly filled with trepidation.
Many began to feel relieved that Su Chen had made the decision not to lead them further into the depths.
They were already very satisfied just to stop here.
As dusk fell, only Liu Xingwan and Gu Feng remained by Su Chen's side.
They found a tall tree and decided to rest there for the night.
Su Chen also set up traps and mechanisms within the surrounding area.
These were to warn and repel approaching demons.
After walking for more than a day, they hadn't even caught a glimpse of a demon's shadow.
Gu Feng and Liu Xingwan actually began to suspect they might have taken the wrong direction.
But Su Chen was certain he had been on the right path all along.
They had been following the demons that had taken the items left behind by the missing Yunyang Sect disciples.
Although some time had passed, the demon tracks were becoming less visible, and they couldn't gauge the demons' actual strength.
However, Su Chen could still discern the traces of their passage.
After a peaceful night, the three continued on their way the next morning.
They walked for three hours.
Su Chen noticed the skepticism on the faces of his companions.
But soon, Su Chen found a specific location.
Along the way, Su Chen located the place where the missing Yunyang Sect disciples had truly encountered danger.
The initial skepticism vanished at that moment.
Here, they could clearly see bloodstains and other remnants of the disciples.
This also confirmed Su Chen's speculation.
These demons had deliberately picked up the disciples' belongings and thrown them to the other side.
By doing so, they misled the search party's direction.
"These demons are determined to lead us to the other side, which proves that we're on the right path.
The crux of the anomalies is likely nearby."
Su Chen's expression turned slightly serious.
Using his Demon Finder abilities, he noticed an increase in demon tracks in the surrounding area.
Compared to the previous stretch, some of the tracks were quite old.
The tracks in this area were fresh.
Both Earth and Celestial demons had left traces nearby.
Continuing further would undoubtedly become more dangerous.
The level of danger would be exponentially higher than before.
Su Chen turned to Gu Feng and Liu Xingwan and instructed them to set up traps and obstacles at this location.
Gu Feng was more receptive to advice, and after Su Chen explained his plan, he agreed.
However, Liu Xingwan, standing beside them, was unconvinced.
She was somewhat obstinate and didn't heed the advice, even Su Chen's explanations couldn't persuade her.
"We both learned from Chen Su, but for this crucial step, you might not do better than me."
Liu Xingwan spoke at length, expressing her distrust of Su Chen and her confidence in herself.
Her words also included some unpleasant remarks about stealing credit.
Su Chen frowned at her, feeling annoyed.
Before reaching this point, the situation hadn't been so dangerous, and there had been no disputes between Liu Xingwan and himself.
But now, under various crises, she remained unconvinced.
"Why are you always so stubborn? In the current situation, there are at least five Earth demons nearby, and we can't even be sure about the number of Celestial demons.
The slightest mistake could cost our lives."
"Do you think I'll hold you back?
In terms of power and speed, do you think I'm inferior to you? These anomalies appearing in this area are within the Yunyang Sect's jurisdiction.
If someone has to stay behind, shouldn't it be you?
Moreover, you're so fast at constructing traps, almost as good as Chen Su.
He must have taught you a lot, right?
This is the perfect opportunity to utilize your specialty."
Su Chen could only furrow his brows, unsure how to persuade her.
Before arriving, Liu Xingwan had received instructions from the sect's upper echelons.
If she could gather information, she would need to verify it herself.
She didn't trust secondhand information from others.
The three fell silent, and Su Chen helped Gu Feng set up the traps.
After nearly an hour of silence, Su Chen noticed Liu Xingwan's stubborn expression, feeling helpless.
"You can come with me, but you must follow my plan without any objections."
If you still disagree, then wait for me to go first, and you can go alone afterward."
In response to Su Chen's compromise, Liu Xingwan also relented.
With a half-step back, the matter was settled.
However, during the preparation process, Liu Xingwan's mind kept replaying Su Chen's words.
"Why are you always so stubborn?"
Liu Xingwan pondered for a while, carefully considering his words.
She was certain this was the first time she had worked with Su Chen.
(End of Chapter)
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