Mingchao: The Survival Journey of a Comedian

Chapter 35 The reunion didn't seem quite right.

"That's all... I haven't even exhausted the frequency yet..."

"Don't underestimate me just because I don't worry about frequency!"

By this time, they had repelled wave after wave of remnants, and only one final attack was needed to end it all.

He casually wiped the blood from his face, the exhilaration of the battle masking his sense of pain. He even forgot he possessed the ability to become intangible.

Even if he remembered it, he probably wouldn't use it, otherwise what would happen to the soldiers behind him?

Anyway, he can get treated and he'll be fine on his own later; it's not a big deal.

He swung his longsword again, slicing through the air towards the monster before him. Blood splattered, painting a strange and unique beauty on his delicate face.

"Hold the south gate! The onslaught of the remnant elephants is weakening; this tide of remnant elephants will soon be over!"

Hearing this, a faint smile appeared on his lips. The longsword in his hand seemed to come alive, reflecting a cold, sharp light in the sunlight. Without hesitation, he charged into the enemy ranks. Swordplay flashed, accompanied by the clear, resonant sound of blades, and enemies fell one after another, their blood splattering as the sword tip trembled.

He need not worry about his safety behind him, for he knows that someone is protecting him. And indeed, whenever danger approaches, a spear always appears like the dawn's light, shielding him from all threats. Thus, he only needs to focus on the enemy before him.

With the Azure Dragon's final roar, the battle officially came to an end. The surviving warriors cheered, but quickly returned to their duties.

"it's over!"

Looking at the wreckage before him, he casually smeared the blood on his face, and with a flick of his wrist, the sword transformed into a beam of light that pierced into his body.

"...It would probably be better to fight using the main body."

"Fortunately, I've accumulated enough frequency of these keys... so maintaining my physical form during a battle isn't too difficult."

He was considering whether to take his physical body back from Chao Shou, as he could now maintain his physical form almost around the clock. He wouldn't need to trouble Chao Shou anymore.

"The remnants in the camp have all been cleared away. Are you alright, Mo Wunian?"

Are there any health problems?

He shook his head dismissively, indicating that he wasn't injured. Then he saw the other person slowly bend down and gently wipe the blood from his face, every movement exceptionally tender.

"..."

Although he was deeply troubled and felt something subtly amiss, he couldn't quite put his finger on why. Just as he was about to tell the other person not to be so reserved, he suddenly felt the other person pause in their movements, followed by a change in their gaze—a hint of surprise and shock had quietly appeared.

"The wound on your neck..."

"Cough cough cough..."

Oh no, I didn't expect them to mention this. I quickly pulled my clothes up to cover the wound, and coughed a few times, feeling somewhat embarrassed.

"It's nothing, it's nothing... I just accidentally did it..."

"I used to take care of a dog that wasn't very obedient... I didn't know my own strength..."

Seeing that the other person didn't believe him at all, his heart tightened, worried that the other person might bring up some sensitive topics. However, the man only showed a hint of hurt in his eyes, then slowly stood up, without asking another question.

It looks like it's about to break.

"..."

Dude, don't act like that. He can't stand it!

"……Um"

After the other person responded softly and briefly, I proactively changed the subject, afraid of embarrassing him...

Or perhaps it's making yourself feel hurt.

Seeing the other person's appearance, he suddenly remembered something: the other person used to be a military doctor.

Ji Yan quickly stood up, took out the terminal behind him, indicating that he had other things to do and would leave first.

"I'll go check on the situation in Jinzhou City. Just take good care of yourself."

Watching the other person hurriedly leave, he nodded outwardly, but secretly followed behind, observing as the other person contacted others, feeling a strong sense of escapism.

"It's been a while since I've seen the tide... I do miss it a bit."

"We still need to get the main body back. After all, we need to allocate a portion of our frequency to focus on weapon gathering during battles... It's a bit troublesome."

Meanwhile, the conversation on the other side also turned to wanderers. Upon hearing that name, he instantly perked up his ears, a flash of surprise crossing his eyes, before snapping back to reality.

"...And there's that wanderer, he's on his way to the army camp with Yangyang."

"Another VIP has also heard that they are staying with you; please take good care of them."

"...Signs of the resurgence of residual phenomena have also appeared in the silent zone, and high-density frequency fluctuations still exist...This is their inevitable path."

"And... I will protect that person. Please rest assured."

Ji Yan looked at Tao Qi and nodded to indicate that he agreed. He then turned his gaze to the distance, and immediately saw Mo Wunian crouching in the corner, eavesdropping.

"...Is Brother Chao coming?"

Just as he was muttering to himself in the corner, he saw Ji Yan walk towards him, squat down, and look at him with concern, his eyes filled with an unreadable emotion.

"I'll go meet up with the Wanderers; you stay here. The remnant elephant tide's offensive on the Broken Faction's side has subsided... there shouldn't be any more surprises."

He didn't know why, but he always felt like he was a fragile object in the other person's eyes. If it weren't for the sensitive nature of the other person's identity, he estimated that person would want to be by his side 24 hours a day.

Does he look like such a weak person?

Looking directly into the other person's eyes, her tone was tinged with urgency and unease, as if afraid of rejection. Before she could finish speaking, she had already blurted out her true feelings.

I want to go with you to pick him up.

"Don't worry about me, my combat strength is not low either!"

"I won't hold you back!"

Please believe me.

"..."

As the last word faded away, Ji Yan stared at the other person, his golden pupils trembling slightly, as if he were trying his best to suppress the surging emotions within him.

However, in the next moment, he chose to bury this complex emotion deep within, hiding it beneath his deep eyes as always.

Okay, I believe you.

Let's set off as soon as possible.

He nodded and quickly followed behind, encountering several lone, scattered elephants along the way. However, every time he tried to make a move, another person would intercept him first.

He gave me the feeling that he had no use for his skills.

"Ling Yin told me: Your body is now composed of frequencies, so try to minimize combat along the way."

"I am enough on my own."

That's what they say, but there's definitely no problem.

But the key point is that I don't need to be constantly protected behind you! I really don't want to have to venture forward even a little bit!

Utterly frustrated, he dispersed the sword he had summoned once more, glaring at Ji Yan with some dissatisfaction, his lips twitching.

The other person didn't ignore him, but also didn't respond. They merely glanced at him briefly before turning their head away to look ahead.

Following the other's gaze, the enormous purple figure instantly startled him. Memories of his time in Beiluoye flashed through his mind: the monster that had nearly killed him.

"That is……"

"Cloud-Shining Scales?"

"Cloud-Flash Scales!"

———————— Another direction from the barren rocky highlands

"It seems that the resurgence of the Ming Clan has also had an immeasurable impact on the environment surrounding the Barren Rock Highlands..."

"The dangers in the wilderness along the way are terrifying, and they become even more pronounced the closer we get to Kitarokuno..."

Yangyang and the drifters also arrived nearby; the stench of blood in the air was so strong that even the rain couldn't wash it away.

The two continued walking forward without stopping, but the area affected by the rainfall continued to expand, and the flow became increasingly erratic.

"We need to hurry. Further ahead lies the silent zone that Chief Peach Qi mentioned. Only by crossing that silent zone can we reach General Ji Yan's camp."

"Is the Wanderer... still worried about Mo Wunian?"

Hearing the person next to him call his name, he snapped out of his daze, shook his head slightly, and then slowly nodded.

Yangyang was used to this, sighed softly, and comforted the other person.

"Rest assured, wanderer."

"Didn't we just receive news not long ago that they were staying at General Ji Yan's camp?"

"General Ji Yan is a calm and reliable person, so I'm sure Mo Wunian won't be harmed."

These words clearly did not comfort the wanderer; instead, the other person visibly frowned, a complex emotion flashing in their eyes.

"……Um"

However, this is understandable, since the other party was unaware that wanderers could easily sense changes in the other person's emotions.

During the days of separation from their loved ones, the wanderer's most intense emotions were panic and fear, although they could occasionally sense other feelings that were difficult to express.

But overall, life isn't easy for him alone: ​​for example, he just felt a sense of fear again.

And deep anger

He patted his forehead with a hint of helplessness: he genuinely regretted letting the other person out.

If you stay by his side, he can definitely protect you.

And...if what Ling Yin and the wound said is true...

What is the other person's true identity? And what exactly is their relationship?

I don't know anymore, I don't know anymore.

Now that he's already entangled with the other person's past, he's determined to keep that figure by his side, no matter the cost, and get involved in that person's future.

He could feel the sword inside his terminal fluctuating more and more intensely, and he had a vague premonition—he was about to meet that person again.

"This area is dangerous... I can feel a powerful frequency gathering in the air..."

"……careful!"

Yangyang calmed herself, sensing the message carried on the wind, her face filled with worry. Then, the next moment, she looked up and saw the monster with two pairs of demonic wings on its back swinging its blade at her with incredible speed.

Just as the wanderer instinctively reached for his sword to retaliate, a sword flashed by and blocked the attack.

A familiar figure stood before him.

"Hey Chao Ge, long time no see!"

The boy tilted his head, and his reflection was mirrored in his clear pupils, exactly the same as when they parted, without the slightest change.

But the next moment he saw the monster attacking him again. It was quite far away, and he didn't have enough time to get there!

But the other person seemed completely unconcerned, and even had the energy to smile at him.

"Mo Wunian!"

"Bang-"

Another figure appeared, but this one was significantly taller than Mo Wunian, with flowing blue hair that steadily blocked the attack of Cloud Flash Scale.

"Mo Wunian..."

Ji Yan's tone clearly carried a hint of lingering fear; his voice faltered as he called out the other's name. He gripped his spear tightly, his eyes fixed coldly on the monster before him, showing no sign of relaxation.

"I knew you would shield me, and I was confident I could dodge it."

"But indeed... it won't happen again next time!"

Realizing his actions had genuinely frightened the others, his words carried a hint of apology. Then, his gaze shifted to the Cloud-Shining Scale before him. The initial joy in his eyes vanished instantly, turning into a chilling frost.

"Let's destroy this thing first—"

"This time, nobody can stop me!"

Last time, he was completely dominated by his opponent! He almost died.

This time, he can definitely beat it! Let him solo it!

"Mo Wunian! Get behind me!"

"Mo Wunian! Are you out of your mind? Let me handle this!"

"Mo Wunian, please take good care of yourself!"

The three men simultaneously shielded him from view, and silence ultimately descended upon him.

"……what?"

Not the three of you?

Then he saw a barrage of dazzling special effects rain down on Cloud Flash Phosphorus, so spectacular it left him completely stunned.

But why am I the one being protected again?! He's really not a noob!

Although my combat power can't compare to those exceptionally powerful ones... I can still beat this one!

"No? I can help too!"

Give me a chance!!!

Drawing his sword, he charged forward, and under the combined attack of the four, Cloud Scale was quickly defeated. With a final roar, perhaps in protest against their lack of martial ethics, he unleashed the last bolt of lightning from his hand, striking down at him.

"No, is that all the speed you've got, bro?"

"Watch me sidestep..."

Just as he was about to dodge, he suddenly heard other people's voices in his mind. In that instant, he seemed to see countless figures pleading for his help:

It is a fluctuation in frequency.

"Mo Wunian... save me..."

"help me!"

That brief moment of distraction slowed him down, and his left shoulder was pierced through.

He then remembered that the Cloud Scales were actually formed from the frequencies of countless warriors, and that he had become highly sensitive to frequencies after being injured. He hadn't expected to be defeated by this.

"Is this okay?!"

It's good; I've been injured so much that I can't feel any pain anymore. Except for initially not being able to control my expression, I quickly covered my shoulder after realizing what was happening and gave myself a quick, simple treatment.

Then, as soon as he looked up, he saw a blue dragon and a golden light simultaneously pierce through Cloud Scale's body—the sheer force of the sight was astounding.

It almost blinded his dog eyes.

"Mo Wunian! Are you alright?"

Yangyang quickly put away her weapon and rushed over, looking at his shoulder with concern. He merely flexed it, indicating that he didn't take these minor injuries to heart.

"It's nothing, just a minor injury."

"But... what were those sounds I just heard?"

After confirming that the Cloud Flash Scales had dissipated, Ji Yan and Chao rushed over to him, both with regret in their eyes.

"Mo Wunian, are you alright? Do you need any medicine? I have some here..."

"Mo Wunian...you shouldn't leave my side...I will protect you!"

I laughed. Does he look like such a fragile person? It's just that when two people surround him, the feeling of pressure is definitely there.

"...Actually, there's no problem."

"It's just a tiny, minor injury. Don't believe me? Look!"

Then two people grabbed my hands at the same time, one on each side.

Realizing his actions were inappropriate, Ji Yan loosened his grip on her hand, his gaze drifting absently to the side, his hand naturally withdrawing as well. After a moment of silence, the other person glanced at him out of the corner of their eye, their caution as if afraid of disturbing him.

However, Chao's expression grew increasingly strange. As the other person's face darkened, he felt a pang of guilt, though he didn't know why.

"tide……?"

"How did you get that wound on your neck?!"