Zombie Bodyguard

Chapter 2078: Chapter 2075: Voices of Doubt

The five of Lin Tian passed through Mist Forest, their speed accelerating once more as the Ghost Warhorses galloped wildly. What puzzled Lin Tian was that on their way there, they often encountered ghosts, but on this return journey, they were nowhere to be seen.

He asked Mu Yun and Shangguan Ao Yue, but neither of the two women could give a definitive answer; they thought it might just be a coincidence that the ghosts had wandered somewhere else.

After a long and arduous journey, they finally caught sight of Blood Sea City from afar. Although the sky over Blood Sea City was still dim, compared to the mist of the Blood Sea, it was quite pleasing to the eye.

The guards at the city gates remained solemn and majestic, and the passersby still strolled leisurely, oblivious to the upheavals in Blood Sea. A Soul Hunter waited outside the city gate, occasionally casting anxious glances at the road outside, unlike the leisurely passersby.

Upon seeing the five riders approaching, the Soul Hunter’s worries vanished, and he burst into joyful excitement. He jumped up and shouted like a child, "Boss, Brother Lin, here, over here..."

Lin Tian also saw the man jumping around; it was indeed Ah-Dai, a loyal and straightforward man from Shangguan Ao Yue’s team. The five slowed down their speed and finally stopped at the city gate.

The unmatched elegant warhorses, coupled with the handsome men and beautiful women, drew the attention of passersby just like luxury cars and supermodels would in the Human Realm. The guards, due to their duties, couldn’t move, but their eyes were all on the five of them.

The five dismounted, and Shangguan Ao Yue curiously asked, "Ah-Dai, how did you know we were returning to the city today?"

Ah-Dai shook his head and laughed, "I couldn’t have known. We’ve been waiting at the city gate every day since we returned, determined to wait for your return."

"Good," Shangguan Ao Yue patted his shoulder, then asked, "How is Hongyue?"

"Not too bad, but..." Ah-Dai glanced at Lin Tian, hesitant to speak further.

The fellow clearly couldn’t hide his emotions. Though he didn’t say it, the smart ladies like Xiao Manxuan and Zhang Lingyu instantly understood.

Xiao Manxuan and Zhang Lingyu gave Lin Tian a glance, speechless. Even going to Blood Sea, he could capture the heart of a beauty, crossing realms and species in the process.

"Don’t just stand there, or you’ll become an exhibit for the crowd," Lin Tian pretended not to notice the looks from the ladies. With more and more people gathering around them, he didn’t want to become a spectacle.

They remounted and entered Blood Sea City. Shangguan Ao Yue was a known face in Blood Sea City, and as Soul Hunters were exempt from checks, the guards did not stop them.

As they rode through the streets, Lin Tian recounted their experiences in Blood Sea to Ah-Dai in brief. Of course, Mist Island was omitted. This guy’s curiosity was insatiable, worse than a cat’s curiosity.

He kept chattering away as the group returned to Hunter Soul Inn, where a bunch of Soul Hunters rushed out upon hearing the news.

Two days ago, Ziyue had led her team back, and since the other Soul Hunters didn’t see Shangguan Ao Yue, they naturally inquired about the situation. At that time, the Soul Hunters learned that Lin Tian and Shangguan Ao Yue had ventured into Blood Sea.

To cross Mist Forest and cross the wasteland was already remarkable, let alone venturing into Blood Sea. This news caused a sensation among the Soul Hunters community.

Some were expectant, some skeptical, and some Soul Hunters even started a betting pool, wagering on whether Lin Tian and his team would return safely.

As they rushed out the gate and saw Lin Tian riding the Ghost Warhorse, looking dignified, they immediately realized not only had Lin Tian returned safely, he was uninjured, even though his clothes had some holes, there was no sign of injury.

Not to mention the other beauties, completely intact, their beauty undiminished.

"Finally, I won a bet. I was right about him." A sturdy Soul Hunter shouted, his voice booming.

"Haha, I also won some money for drinks."

These were the ones who had participated in the bets, believed in Lin Tian, and earned some money. Though the winnings might not have been much, they were very happy.

"What’s the origin of this young man? He ventured in and out of Blood Sea unscathed."

"It’s truly impressive. I could tell earlier that he was no ordinary person."

Voices of admiration resounded, but while some were happy, others were not. Those who lost money sighed in regret for not believing in Lin Tian’s abilities.

"He didn’t even have a scratch on him. I don’t believe he went into Blood Sea; probably just bluffing," a doubtful voice rang out.

"Exactly. What kind of place is Blood Sea? It’s one of the Netherworld’s forbidden areas. Even King Yan has to be careful there; how could one not have a single injury?"

Many continued to harbor suspicions, doubting Lin Tian had ever entered Blood Sea. Those who lost money joined in, expressing their dissatisfaction and demanding a refund.

Lin Tian glanced over these Soul Hunters, his gaze indifferent, with no intention of responding, not even deigning to grant them a mocking smile. Only the weak are eager to prove themselves to others.

He was unfazed, but Ah-Dai couldn’t hold back. He had great faith in Lin Tian’s abilities, and Lin Tian was also the savior of their team.

Now that someone was casting doubt on their benefactor, he stepped forward and pointed at some Soul Hunters: "Cowards, dare say that in front of me. Brother Lin is our benefactor; who dares speak ill of him."

Shangguan Ao Yue’s team still held some prestige; some fell silent immediately. However, among the Soul Hunters, there was no shortage of bold individuals; some still rebutted Ah-Dai.

"Hmph, so what if I speak. You gonna chew me up? I just don’t believe it. Had I not received a task temporarily, I would have gone to see if you really went to Blood Sea," a tall and mighty man stepped out.

Though Ah-Dai was sturdy, compared to the man, he was still a head shorter. The Soul Hunters eyed the tall man with glee, expecting some theatrics.

Tall though he was, Ah-Dai was unafraid, raising his head high: "Big Wolf, it’s you again. Whoever you see, you look down on, right? Let me tell you, Brother Lin not only went to Blood Sea, he even encountered the Giant Pig!"

"The Giant Pig!"

The word sounded like a bomb going off among the Soul Hunters, causing a commotion. Any Soul Hunter knew of the Giant Pig, a top predator on the food chain, immensely powerful and more ferocious than other exotic beasts; no one wished to encounter such a beast.

The one known as Big Wolf had his expression twitch, but he still stubbornly said, "Who can’t brag? Even I encountered a dragon; do you believe that?"

"Big Wolf, look at Brother Lin’s clothes stained with blood. Since he’s unhurt, it must be the Giant Pig’s blood. Show your little wolf and see how it reacts," a Soul Hunter shouted, getting a response from others.

"Bullshit, I raised wolves, not dogs," Big Wolf cursed back, but he still turned and walked into the hall, giving Lin Tian a provoking glance as he left, as if to say, "let’s see what happens next."

Ah-Dai awkwardly turned to Lin Tian, "Brother, sorry for making you endure this kind of grievance."

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