C9 Overestimation

However, this thought was destined to be in vain.

The sky gradually brightened. As he could gradually see the shadows of the campsite ahead of him, his heart relaxed and he quickened his pace.

Unexpectedly, what welcomed him was an abrupt death.

It gently sliced across his neck and slit his throat. The leaves finally gave way and slowly fell to the ground.

Withdrawing her hand, Cui Mengxi did not even spare him a glance as she wiped her face with the dust covered clothes before stumbling as she ran in the direction of the military camp.

"Help, help me!" "Help me!"

This cry immediately attracted the attention of the people in the barracks. Everyone immediately turned around to look.

The young girl's clothes were in disarray as she ran over with a flustered expression.

Immediately, a soldier in charge of security stepped forward to stop her.

"Who are you?!"

"I … I'm an ingredient boy that went into the mountain to gather herbs."

Cui Mengxi looked up with a pitiful expression, even panting as she spoke, "This is my first time entering a mountain and getting lost. I just saw a big brother being killed …"

As she spoke, her face was suddenly filled with fear. Her eyes were watery, as if she might burst into tears at any moment.

"It's right over there. That big brother is dead, dead …"

Hearing this, the soldier's face immediately became serious as he turned around to greet the others.

Very soon, two other soldiers ran over. After hearing what he said, they immediately went back to report.

The other person called another team and went to check out the woods over there.

Cui Mengxi pretended to be nervous as she waited. Not long after, the soldier came running out.

"General Xu wants to see you."

Hearing this, Cui Mengxi was stunned.

Her original intention was to stay in the military camp for the day. It would be safer if she could find out more information at night.

After all, no matter how strong she was, she couldn't be compared to the siege of thousands upon thousands of soldiers and horses.

However, what did this soldier say to Xu Cai? He actually wanted to see her in person?

She had a feeling that something was amiss, Cui Mengxi pretended to be afraid and retreated.

"Big brother, General Xu, he …"

"I'm just asking you a few questions. I won't kill you."

The soldier waved his hand impatiently, gesturing for her to follow him.

Cui Mengxi hesitated before following.

Inside the tent, Xu Cai was sitting alone at a table. When he saw her, he immediately raised his head and sized her up with a coquettish gaze.

Very quickly, a trace of satisfaction appeared in his eyes.

As if he despised her for being covered in dust, he waved his hand and instructed her.

"This lady is probably tired. Take her to take a bath first."

Cui Mengxi was also unwilling to engage in a conflict with him. She hurriedly bowed her head in gratitude before following the soldier to take a bath.

From that distance just now, it had been too easy to take Xu Que's life. She couldn't even tell if he had intentionally revealed this flaw or not.

After the bath, Cui Mengxi made an excuse that her body was not feeling well, and was arranged to rest in a separate tent.

When night fell, more soldiers came to find her.

"Miss, General Xu wishes to see you."

This time, Cui Mengxi did not refuse and obediently stood up to follow the soldier.

However, when he reached a dimly lit place, he suddenly made a move and cut off the back of his neck!

The soldier didn't expect that she would suddenly launch a sneak attack. His vision suddenly turned black as he fell into a coma.

Cui Mengxi immediately supported him, lowering his body and hiding behind a tent.

Cautiously looking around, Cui Mengxi took a deep breath and slowly headed towards the center of the tent.