Chapter 39 Cherish each other
"Wait a moment!
General Zhao, let me do it!"

At the tunnel entrance next to the magma pool, Gao Yao stopped Zhao Xinghan who was about to tie up an iron chain and go down into the magma to retrieve the Earth Core Fire Lotus.

In the tunnel, Qiuyue Dongxue had already reported to Gao Yao the location of the Fire Lotus and the taboos of moving the Fire Lotus.

Although Zhao Xinghan was passed down the unique skill "Xiantian Gangqi", combined with his first-class internal strength, he could temporarily isolate himself and endure the high temperature of the molten lava.

But Zhao Xinghan was injured.

Although Zhao Xinghan looked like nothing happened.

However, Gao Yao, who had personally experienced the power of Wanwan's "Demon Aura", knew that Zhao Xinghan could never be as safe as he appeared to be.

Now that Zhao Xinghan was going into the molten lava to retrieve the fire lotus, it was a small matter that made his own injuries more serious. However, if something happened to the fire lotus and delayed the Marquis's business, that would be a big deal.

"you?

can you? "

Zhao Xinghan looked at Gao Yao with a slightly suspicious look.

Zhao Xinghan believed that he had achieved first-class status earlier than Gao and had deeper internal strength.

He also possesses the magical body-protecting skill "Xiantian Gangqi", and is the most suitable person to go down into the molten lava to retrieve the fire lotus.

"My Zhichi Tianya can enter the magma the fastest to get the fire lotus, and can also withdraw the fastest."

Gao Yao explained.

"I forgot that you also know the song 'So Close Yet So Far Away'?"

Zhao Xinghan was stunned, then spoke in an inexplicable tone.

"Do you need my assistance?"

As Zhao Xinghan spoke, he silently untied the iron chain that had been wrapped around his body.

Although Zhao Xinghan was in fierce competition with Gao Yao and was dissatisfied with Gao Yao's passing on of two magical skills, he was still able to distinguish the primary from the secondary.

I know that the most important task now is to get the Fire Lotus.

Anything else should take a back seat!

After Gao Yao arrived, he was indeed more suitable to go down into the molten lava and take out the fire lotus than he was now.

"When I'm ready, General Zhao, please throw the chain into the molten lava and try to keep it from sinking!"

Gao Yao was not polite either.

The more they compete, the more Gao Yao and Zhao Xinghan understand each other.

It's not only about strength and ability, but also about character.

"it is good!"

Zhao Xinghan didn't say much.

Exercise internal energy and get ready.

"General Zhao!"

Following Gao Yao's low shout, Zhao Xinghan immediately threw one end of the iron chain into the molten lava. Under the control of Zhao Xinghan's powerful inner strength, the iron chain was like a black snake, going straight to where the fire lotus was.

Gao Yao did not hesitate and took a step forward.

The next second, he appeared in the molten lava, on the iron chain thrown by Zhao Xinghan.

Without waiting for the chain to sink due to the weight, Gao Yao took another step and continued to go deeper along the chain.

Just like that, in just a few steps, Gao Yao had approached the location of the Fire Lotus.

Then, Gao Yao flipped in the air, inserted one hand into the molten lava, and held the fire lotus firmly in his hand.

After getting the fire lotus, Gao Yao completed a 360-degree flip and stood steadily on the chain again.

At this time, the iron chain that had sunk due to the weight had floated up again under Zhao Xinghan's control.

With the help of the iron chain, Gao Yao returned the same way. In just a few steps, he was safely back to the rock passage next to the lava where he had just set out.

"Is this the Fire Lotus?"

Gao Yao ignored the burns on his hands and feet and stared at the fiery red lotus-shaped object in his hand with an obsessed look.

Desire gradually emerged in his eyes!
But he was immediately suppressed by Gao Yao!

boom……

Just at this moment, there was a sound of someone falling to the ground suddenly heard next to Gao Yao.

It turned out that a member of the Cui clan could not bear the desire to make up for the shortcomings in his heart. He stared at the fire lotus in Gao Yao's right hand and walked towards Gao Yao unconsciously...

But before he could take a few steps, the second elder of the Cui family, who was prepared, knocked him down and pinned him to the ground.

The second elder is protecting this member of the Cui clan.

Otherwise, once Zhao Xinghan or Gao Yao took action, they would never let go of this Cui clan member who coveted the Fire Lotus and took action.

Only then will they care whether this member of the Cui family has been seduced!
After all, everyone in Fu'an Hou knew how much Zhu Chengwu valued Huo Lian!

There must be no accidents with the Fire Lotus.

Since they can be tempted, it means they have thoughts in their mind, their mind is not strong, and they are a potential threat.

"Keep your mind focused and don't look at the fire lotus! Its allure is too strong!"

Cui Zongji, who had also touched the Fire Lotus with his own hands, also issued a warning at this time.

It’s not that Cui Zongji didn’t tell everyone in advance.

But Cui Zongji had already reminded people of this before, but no one took it seriously.

People are very confident in themselves.

Only when you experience it yourself and feel it yourself will you take it seriously.

"Don't think that the rare treasures in the world are precious, and just think about taking a chance and escaping after grabbing the fire lotus, or swallowing the fire lotus to increase your power and kill everyone present...

It's useless!
I tell you!
After we obtained the Fire Lotus, many people on our merchant ship had the same idea as you do now.

But in the end, those who tried to swallow the fire lotus were devoured by it and turned into ashes!"

Looking at the warriors with flickering eyes, the second elder warned again.

The Second Elder also did not want any accidents to happen during the handover of the Fire Lotus.

Following the successive warnings from Cui Zongji and the Second Elder, everyone present finally regained their sanity.

Gao Yao also completely suppressed the desire in his heart.

"Trouble!"

Listening to the words of Cui Zongji and the second elder of the Cui family, and feeling the strong desire personally, Zhao Xinghan looked at the fire lotus in Gao Yao's hand and said in his heart.

The reason why Fu'an Marquis Mansion sent so many people to pick up the bride this time was to transport Huo Lian safely.

but now…

With the powerful attraction of the Fire Lotus, the more people there are, the more trouble there will be!

After all, no one knows when someone will be unable to bear the desire to make up for the shortcomings.

Not everyone can clearly realize the truth that "people are innocent unless they possess a treasure" and treat it rationally.

Not everyone is as loyal as Gao Yao!

Although they were rivals, Zhao Xinghan never doubted Gao Yao's loyalty to Zhu Chengwu.

This is why Zhao Xinghan was unhappy when he saw Gao Yao was taught two unique skills, but he did not suspect that Gao Yao had learned them secretly.

This was also the reason why Zhao Xinghan did not refuse when Gao Yao proposed that he go down into the molten lava to obtain the fire lotus.

In addition to the fact that Gao Yao is more suitable, Zhao Xinghan also believes that Gao Yao will not take advantage of his status as the first person to come into contact with the Fire Lotus to swallow it immediately or hide it and then run away.

The same goes for Gao Yao!
He also trusted Zhao Xinghan.

I understand that Zhao Xinghan will definitely put the overall situation first and will never seek personal revenge at this time.

Only then would he put his life and death in the hands of Zhao Xinghan.

Just in the situation just now, Gao Yao had to go deep into the molten lava, and the only foothold was controlled by Zhao Xinghan.

If Zhao Xinghan's intentional or unintentional operation resulted in an accident and Gao Yao fell into the molten lava, Gao Yao would be seriously injured if not killed.

Gao Yao doesn't know the magical body-protecting skill "Xiantian Gangqi".

This is how the two rivals Gao Yao and Zhao Xinghan understand and trust each other!

It can also be said that heroes appreciate heroes, and heroes recognize heroes.

"However, this can be used to test the loyalty of the soldiers below and to strengthen their will!"

Zhao Xinghan thought absentmindedly.

Gao Yao also found it troublesome!

The temptation and presence of Fire Lotus.

No wonder Cui Zongji wanted to hide the Fire Lotus here.

If it was hidden in the Cui family's ancestral land, it would be impossible to completely conceal it with Huo Lian's presence.

Not only is there underground fire here, but it is also hidden enough that it is almost impossible for anyone to come here.

Even if someone discovered it accidentally.

The magma is also enough to form a final barrier.

Cui Zongji is worthy of being the patriarch of the Cui family, he is quite smart.

"Does it have to be carried out by me or Zhao Xinghan alone?"

Gao Yao changed his mind and considered the possibility of separate transportation.

Without the burden of a large army, he or Zhao Xinghan would be able to bring Huo Lian back to Fu'an Marquis Mansion within a day.

Even so, there is no large army to protect us. If we encounter an accident along the way...

No one knows whether Wanwan from the Yinkui Sect has completely retreated?

Now Gao Yao and Zhao Xinghan are both more or less injured. Even if Wanwan did not hide in the dark and continue to spy, it would be very dangerous if they were discovered by others.

"General!"

"General!!"

Just as Gao Yao and Zhao Xinghan were thinking about how to transport the fire lotus, a faint call suddenly came from the cliff on the mountain.

“My guards have arrived!
You take the Fire Lotus and come with us!"

Zhao Xinghan recognized that the voices on the cliff were those of his guards.

Only then did Zhao Xinghan react.

Before Gao Yao arrived, in order to deal with Wanwan's threat, he and Dai Fayan sent out a lot of distress flares.

However, since the guards are already here!
Then there is nothing to consider!

Let’s go with the main force!
There are advantages and disadvantages to transporting large groups together or individually.

Can't tell which is good and which is bad!
But since their guards suddenly appeared when they were hesitating.

That proves that God asked them to choose a large group to transport the Fire Lotus together.

In this case, Zhao Xinghan decided to obey God's "arrangement"!
As a soldier, Zhao Xinghan deeply understood the truth that if he hesitated to make a decision, he would suffer the consequences.

Many times, people should not think too much!
"it is good!"

Gao Yao agreed to Zhao Xinghan's proposal.

Gao Yao also couldn't tell the pros and cons of individual transportation and large-scale escort.

In that case, let's trust Zhao Xinghan's judgment.

Stop thinking and hesitating!

Zhu Chengwu had said to Gao Yao more than once, "If you hesitate, you will fail."

Gao Yao listened to it and kept it in mind.

Gao Yao also reminds himself all the time to take it as a warning!
Therefore, Gao Yao also didn't want to hesitate any longer.

Everyone exited the tunnel and returned the same way.

"Chief Executive Gao, use both hands to completely cover the fire lotus, leaving no gaps.

This way, the Fire Lotus will not have any contact with the outside world, which will greatly suppress the Fire Lotus's attraction to other people!"

Before reaching the top of the cliff, the second head of the Cui family found Gao Yao and shared with him some of his experiences in bringing the fire lotus back from overseas.

"it is good!

Thank you, Second Elder!"

Gao Yao was stunned for a moment, then he thanked the second elder.

Such experience may seem simple, but it is actually extremely important.

It can make the transportation of fire lotus in Fu'an Marquis Mansion much more convenient.

If it weren't for the reminder from the second elder of the Cui family, Gao Yao might have found this simple pattern in the next moment, or he might not have discovered it until it was transported to the Fu'an Marquis Mansion.

No one can predict what has not happened yet!
Gao must remember this feeling.

Under the guidance of the second elder of the Cui family, Gao Yao placed his palms together and trapped the fire lotus in his palms.

As the hands slowly moved closer, the fire lotus actually began to shrink.

It's amazing!
It is indeed a rare treasure of heaven and earth.

Finally, Gao Yao clasped his hands tightly, and the fire lotus was completely wrapped in his palms, without any contact with the outside world.

Seeing Gao Yao finish the operation, Zhao Xinghan felt it and found that...

A lot less attractive.

"The Cui family really has a special skill in transporting the Fire Lotus. Otherwise, with the Fire Lotus's great attraction just now, how could the Cui family hide it from the many forces of the Ming Dynasty and quietly transport the Fire Lotus back from overseas!"

Zhao Xinghan pondered secretly in his heart.

"here!"

As soon as he reached the top of the cliff, Zhao Xinghan immediately responded to the guards who were desperately looking for him.

Although there were fireworks launched by Zhao Xinghan and Dai Fayan to lead the way, it was not easy for the members of the Fu'an Marquis Mansion guards to find Zhao Xinghan and his party who had entered the mountain earlier.

The place where Cui Zongji placed the fire lotus was indeed hidden enough.

The reason why he didn't answer before coming up was that Zhao Xinghan considered that the place under the cliff should be considered Cui's secret base.

Even though it may not be a secret anymore!

But in the end, the fewer people know about it, the better.

Cui is now considered a relative of the Marquis of Fu'an.

Cui Zongji didn't do anything to get Huo Lian out of the way and handed it over to the people in Fu'an Marquis's Mansion...

In particular, just now at the bottom of the cliff, the eldest elder of the Cui family saved Zhao Xinghan's life, and the Cui family also helped the Fu'an Marquis Mansion.

Therefore, Zhao Xinghan didn't mind giving Cui a little more respect in some small details.

Moreover, now that there is no danger, there is no need to rush to respond to the guards' calls.

In fact, before coming up, Zhao Xinghan ordered his guards to keep strictly secret the fact that there was a stone platform, a tunnel and a pool of molten lava under the cliff.

Although Cui Zongji said that there was nothing left to keep secret here.

But Zhao Xinghan still arranged the order.

This is an attitude, a respect.

"There's the General!"

When Zhao Xinghan's voice was heard, a chaotic cry suddenly came from the woods not far from the cliff.

"General!"

"General!"

"General, are you okay?"

Immediately, a dozen guards appeared in front of Zhao Xinghan.

Their faces showed both the excitement of finally finding Zhao Xinghan and the nervousness of facing a powerful enemy.

The tension became even more severe after seeing the bloody wounds on his colleagues' bodies and some of them being carried or hugged by the living colleagues while others were motionless.

Those motionless colleagues who were carried or hugged by their living colleagues were obviously killed in the battle!

How can they not be nervous?
"General, where are the enemies?"

The dozen or so guards looked around nervously, but found no enemy...

I also saw that Zhao Xinghan and his surviving colleagues were clearly not on guard...

Finally, someone was brave enough to ask Zhao Xinghan directly.

“They have retreated!”

Zhao Xinghan explained.

Zhao Xinghan's words made the newly appeared guards of the Marquis' Mansion breathe a sigh of relief.

No one likes to work hard if they can live safely!
Then, Zhao Xinghan looked at the dense forest where they emerged again and asked, "Why are there only you guys? Where are the others?"

"General Zhao, it's like this, General Li asked our three flags to act separately.

Our first flag will disperse and move forward to find you as quickly as possible...

The third flag kept moving forward in formation and maintained its fighting power...

The Seventh Flag was responsible for monitoring the surroundings and guarding the rear.

According to Li Zongqi's instructions, after we find you, we should send a signal to Li Zongqi and his men to confirm your location...

Do you see? "

One of them asked Zhao Xinghan.

Since Zhao Xinghan is not here, they have to follow military orders and obey General Li's orders, no problem.

But now that Zhao Xinghan has been found, the enemy has retreated again...

They must now listen to Zhao Xinghan, the highest official.

“It’s a pretty good arrangement!”

When Zhao Xinghan heard the guard's story, he expressed his admiration for Li Zongqi from a distance.

"Since we are fine, there is no need for the Third and Seventh Flags to come up!
After all, this mountain road is not easy to walk on!

Let's go straight down and join them!"

Zhao Xinghan gave these instructions.

The reason why Zhao Xinghan didn't take everyone up the mountain at the beginning was because of the rugged mountain road!
Soldiers win by their formation!
When Zhu Chengwu was first enthroned, the 500 soldiers relied on their battle formation and combined strength to fight against the top-notch enemy.

After nearly ten years of elite training, the personal strength of the 500 sergeants has been greatly improved.

But at least two flags of soldiers are needed to form a battle formation to fight against the first-rate.

After entering the mountains, the soldiers found it difficult to march and even more difficult to form a battle formation.

Therefore, Zhao Xinghan only selected the elites to go up the mountain.

The subsequent calls for help were just a helpless act hoping to gain as much strength as possible.

After all, these soldiers might be the last straw that determines whether one can successfully fight against Wanwan!
　Has anyone noticed how many clues the author has buried? Hahaha~~~
　　
　
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