The group moved quickly through the forest, their senses heightened from the attack. The dense foliage offered some cover, but the tension was palpable. Mei Lin took the lead, her blade ready in hand, while Ruo Chen stayed protectively close to Lan Yi.
Lan Yi’s mind churned with questions. Who had sent the mercenaries? And why did they seem to be after him? He glanced at Ruo Chen, whose calm yet alert demeanor gave him a strange sense of comfort.
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