Sitting quietly by the campfire, Jiang Yao frowned and was silent for a long time.
There are too many unknown risks in Death Valley.
The animals they brought over entered the valley one after another, and the various things they encountered clearly proved that this was not a guess, but a confirmed fact.
If Jiang Yao had found something that was not of great value to him by possessing the sheep using the art of deception, he would certainly not be as entangled as he is now.
Go back to the camp and mobilize some animals again. Although it is not a difficult task, it will definitely take some time.
After all, when he talked about livestock with Zhao Zhengping and others last night, Zhao Zhengping once said that there were only a dozen pigs and sheep left in the camp. If he wanted more, he could only mobilize them from surrounding cities.
Although it is still unknown whether there are other monsters in Death Valley, the lair of those mantis monsters is definitely inside.
If we really have to be delayed for several days because of the livestock matter, who can guarantee that those few Heavenly Dao Fruits will still be there?
If this kind of supreme holy object, which was very helpful for him to enter the realm of heaven and man, slipped away from him in an accident, even Jiang Yao would definitely feel regretful.
"The safe path that has been taken out is only the last ten or twenty meters away from the location of Tiandao Fruit."
"If we really need to get a few people in as consumables, it shouldn't take much time to successfully find a safe passage."
“However, I really can’t bear to let these innocent soldiers go in and die!”
"I am good at everything, but my heart is too soft, and I often have the heart of the Holy Mother."
"The ancients said that one general will become famous and his bones will wither. With a loyal character like mine, I will definitely not be able to become a general!"
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With his mind spinning, Jiang Yao let out a long sigh.
Around the bonfire, Fang Weidong, Dazhuang and others, with their sleeves rolled up, were feasting on roast lamb, and several of them had mouths full of oil.
“The roasted lamb tastes amazing!”
"Yes, in all my life, I have never eaten barbecue that is so crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. It can almost be said to be extremely fragrant."
"Nonsense, don't even look at it. Who roasted this whole lamb? Can Mr. Jiang's skills be inferior?"
"It's delicious. Eating this roasted mutton requires a little water. The pot of cold boiled water I brought with me is gone. If anyone has extra, give me some."
"Barbecue has to be spicy to be strong. I'm a Sichuan boy and I'm already sweating after eating two pieces of barbecue. It's strange that you, a Hakka, dare to stuff roast mutton into your mouth without using any water. ! ”
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The ancient tradition of eating without talking while sleeping has been basically extinct in this day and age.
The people around the campfire were basically big soldiers. While eating meat, they naturally did not forget to laugh and chat with the people around them.
When he was in a foreign world, Jiang Yao's barbecue skills, which he honed by often sleeping in the wilderness, could indeed be considered top-notch here.
After all, as a warrior, his five senses are much sharper than ordinary people. When grilling meat, he can clearly understand the slight changes in the color and smell of the meat under different heat conditions.
Most people were very satisfied with the taste of the roasted whole lamb he made, and not a single bad comment was heard from them.
Of course, some of them must be complimenting Jiang Yao, and what they say is a little bit insincere.
However, it is very normal for this situation to occur. After all, everyone present comes from all over the world, and there is a big difference in taste.
Some people like it mild, while others prefer it to be sweet. There is no way everyone will like this kind of roasted lamb that can make people sweat after one bite.
Jiang Yao saw everyone's reaction, and he didn't care at all.
"Mr. Jiang, all the animals brought here have been consumed."
"Should we continue to stay here, or should we return directly to the camp?" Fang Weidong, the leader of the group, had already stopped talking after eating two pieces of roast lamb.
Seeing that there was not much left of the roasted whole lamb in front of him, and that it had almost entered the hearts of everyone, he looked at Jiang Yao next to him with a smile, and tentatively asked.
Following Jiang Yao all the way to the entrance of Death Valley, they and their group had no accidents. They were much luckier than Huang Futuan and others mentioned by Da Zhuang.
After staying here for such a long time, they saw that the sky was slowly darkening, and it was not far from dusk. And here, they were driving cattle one after another into Death Valley, and they didn't seem to be able to test anything.
Now, all the pigs and sheep he brought have been consumed. According to his idea, he definitely hopes to return to the camp as soon as possible.
After all, Jiang Yaodu just said that this area is likely to be much more dangerous than before, and Captain Huang and others have learned from their mistakes here.
If he really didn't go back to the camp and stayed here overnight, Fang Weidong felt uncertain, and his whole body felt uneasy.
Of course, his thoughts can only represent himself. How to do it depends on what Jiang Yao means here.
"Don't worry about returning to the camp."
"Later, I may go to Death Valley alone to see it myself!"
Jiang Yao hesitated for a while with his brows furrowed.
Finally, he let out a long sigh, spoke slowly, and responded.
When these ordinary people in front of them enter Death Valley, even if he can use his upper body to forcefully take over their bodies, there is really not much certainty that they can return safely.
After all, the bodies of ordinary people are too fragile.
Although the art of tricking the upper body can forcibly control the opponent's body, the movements of his hands and feet will definitely be very jerky and not as smooth and natural as the opponent's own body.
Death Valley is filled with too many unknown dangers. A little negligence may directly kill ordinary people.
For them to enter Death Valley, it would be better for Jiang Yao to enter directly.
With his life-saving magic ability, even if he accidentally encounters some kind of accident, he should not have any big problem if he wants to escape unscathed.
"Ah..." After Jiang Yao finished speaking, not only Fang Weidong, but also everyone else was shocked and exclaimed.
"Mr. Jiang, do you want to enter Death Valley?"
"That place is basically a forbidden area for living beings. Once you enter it, you will never return!"
"Just now, we have tested so many times, and none of the animals that were driven into the valley came back alive."
"That place is too dangerous. Your decision is too reckless."
"Although the chief above has repeatedly told us to strictly follow your orders, I believe that neither I nor anyone else here will agree to your entry into Death Valley!"
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With a serious look on his face, Fang Weidong persuaded him nicely.
Along the way, no matter what Jiang Yao said, he would do it. But at this moment, he had a resolute look on his face and a firm tone, and for the first time he began to be disobedient and disrespectful.
"Fang Tou'er is right, Mr. Jiang, please think twice!"
"Everyone knows what kind of place Death Valley is. If something unexpected happens when you enter it, what will you do?"
"Those leaders above, if you know that we did not dissuade you, they will definitely be furious. All of us here will definitely not be able to bear this responsibility."
"You have done a great job in cleaning up the mantis monsters outside Death Valley. You really don't need to risk your life to enter the forbidden area of Death Valley!"
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Following Fang Weidong, other people present also began to speak one after another.
Their words of comfort were heartfelt and sincere, and seemed to truly come from their hearts.
It's a pity that Jiang Yao only follows his own inner thoughts when doing things, and it is difficult for other people's words to have any impact on him.
"I have made up my mind. Your persuasion will have no effect at all except making me feel disgusted." Jiang Yao shrugged and smiled coldly.
He took out a cigarette, lit it for himself, took a few puffs, and said again: "You cannot come out of Death Valley in a short time."
"Without me sitting here, you can't guarantee that there will be no danger if you stay here."
"Seeing that you have almost eaten, I will give you a ride and send you to a safe area outside." "After you go back, please tell Captain Zhao and ask him to mobilize more animals to come to your camp. I will definitely use these things later.”
"Remember, I am not discussing with you, but ordering you."
"If you really want to disobey orders and continue to stay here, you can, but I am definitely too lazy to care about your life and death. I can only let you fend for yourself."
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Jiang Yao spoke categorically, and his words were full of unquestionable meaning.
In Death Valley, the safe place that has been walked out is only ten or twenty meters away from the location of Tiandao Fruit. But in the environment inside, how much time does it take to really find a safe passage? He is really I feel a little unsure.
Let Fang Weidong and others leave first. He really didn't have any bad intentions, he just had good intentions.
After all, although this group of people were not his subordinates, they followed him all the way to the entrance of Death Valley at his request.
He couldn't control other people. With the manpower he brought here, within his ability, he definitely still hoped to allow them to return to the camp safely.
"Okay, Mr. Jiang, please send us to a safe area outside!" Jiang Yao's words made Fang Weidong and others look helpless and remained silent for a long time.
Knowing that they and others could not defeat Jiang Yao, there was nothing they could do about it.
After looking at each other, everyone headed by Fang Weidong, although they were a little unwilling, finally nodded and did not continue to try to persuade Jiang Yao.
No one would make fun of their own lives. Before what happened with Deputy Huang, no one could even think of going back to a safe place outside. They did not refuse Jiang Yao's kindness, they just acquiesced.
After packing their bags silently, and at Jiang Yao's greeting, the group set off and walked quickly along the way they came.
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Before you know it, the sun sets, dusk falls, and night begins to cover the earth bit by bit.
One kilometer away from Death Valley, in a fairly open area.
In a position composed of an off-road vehicle and several military trucks, a dozen heavily armed soldiers patrolled around from time to time, guarding the surroundings.
Several beams of bright lights, accompanied by the roar of the engine, came from the distance, attracting everyone's attention.
"There are no human beings around this place for hundreds of miles. Those cars should come from the camp."
"Two or three hours have passed since Da Zhuang and the others dragged the monster corpse out. If I'm not careful, it will be almost dark."
"It's already this time, and we haven't returned to the camp yet. They may be worried about an accident, so someone will come here to check."
"Let's go and greet him. I don't know which chief is coming!"
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The soldiers guarding here looked at each other, nodded, and under the leadership of a lieutenant, headed straight for the approaching cars.
In just a few minutes, two military off-road vehicles, one behind the other, had found a spot nearby and stopped.
"Where is Deputy Huang? Not here?"
"Who is in charge here now?" The car door opened, and a man with a military rank who seemed to be a major stepped out of the car surrounded by several soldiers.
This person's name is Yang Guoping, and he is also one of the senior leaders of the camp. However, in terms of position, he is slightly lower than Huang Yongqiang.
While speaking, he glanced around, and then his eyes fell directly on the lieutenant who came over.
"Reporting to the leader, Deputy Huang led people into the area ahead. While searching for monsters, they haven't come out yet."
"My name is Li Dashun, and I am in charge of this place for the time being!" Jogging all the way, the lieutenant ran up to Yang Guoping. He stood upright, performed a military salute, and responded.
"It's already dark and you haven't come out yet?" Yang Guoping frowned slightly and looked at the area in the distance.
Unfortunately, dusk had fallen, and the terrain there was undulating, with many obstacles blocking his view. After looking at it for a while, he couldn't figure out why.
Withdrawing his gaze, his eyes fell on Li Dashun again: "Before nine o'clock in the morning, Vice President Huang brought people out."
"How have you gained from being outside for so long?"
"What is the situation in that area? Have you ever heard from people who came out of it?"
Standing here, Yang Guoping had already seen the military truck not far away, which seemed to have loaded the corpse of a mantis monster.
With a friendly smile on his face, and while speaking, he walked straight forward surrounded by everyone.
"Reporting to the chief, for the time being, we have found two monster corpses."
"We asked the brothers who came out with the monster corpse about the situation inside."
"According to them, it is very safe inside, and no living monsters have been seen."
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Respectfully, Li Dashun accompanied Yang Guoping and responded as he moved forward.
At this point, he paused for a moment and was about to add a few more words to report to Yang Guoping that Deputy Huang and others inside had lost contact for two or three hours.
But before he could say anything, Yang Guoping had a look of relief on his face and nodded in advance and said, "Have you found two monster corpses?"
"That's good, that's good."
"The experts who stay in the camp are very valuable to this thing."
"They haven't seen you back to the camp. They couldn't let go at all. When they found the regiment headquarters, they took the initiative to invite you several times and said they would come here in person."
"Zhao Tuan was also troubled by these experts, so he asked me to bring people over here to check the situation."
"With the corpses of these two monsters here, those experts can be considered to have an explanation for them."
"I arranged for a few people here to drive the two mantis mantis corpses back to the camp. The provincial experts were anxious and kept shouting."
"As for Vice-Tuan Huang, they should be out soon at this time. I'll stay here and accompany you to welcome our great hero!"
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After a few words, Yang Guoping and others had already walked near the truck carrying the monster's corpse.
Although the night had become hazy, he could still see the terrifying and ferocious appearance of the mantis in the truck compartment from such a close distance.
He was mentally prepared for this. He was very calm and still had a sunny face. He nodded with satisfaction.
"Chief, there is movement in the area ahead."
"There are lights, voices, footsteps, and the sound of heavy objects dragging on the ground."
"Deputy Huang and the others should be back, but I don't know how many monster corpses they found and brought back here this time!"
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A soldier in charge of security, with a happy face, jogged all the way to the vicinity of Yang Guoping and reported respectfully.
When he finished his report, the movement coming from the area ahead had become much clearer than before.
Whether it was Yang Guoping or Li Dashun who stayed here, they all raised their heads and looked straight in that direction.
Under the cover of night, the scene more than a hundred meters away, they were just ordinary people, so it was naturally a bit blurry to look at them.
However, although they could not see the appearance of the person coming, they could still confirm that a group of people were dragging heavy objects this way.
"It's better to come early than to come by chance!"
After a haha, Yang Guoping waved to Li Dashun: "Let's go, Lieutenant Li, I will go with you to greet Deputy Huang and the others..."
While he was speaking, he took the lead and walked straight in that direction. (End of chapter)