Fairy, Don't Be Afraid, I Am Blind-Chapter 79 - 68: Escort

"Mr. Liu, what did you mean when you said many people died in the west of the city?"

"You don’t know?"

"My junior sister and I suspected something was wrong outside long ago, so we hid away. We’re completely unaware of the outside situation," You Su replied sincerely.

"Alas, do you know there are evil spirits in this fog?"

You Su nodded, and Liu Nengwu continued:

"At first, the fog was just bizarre, but later, more and more evil spirits appeared within it. The City Lord’s residence sent those cultivators to patrol and protect us, but even they gradually couldn’t hold out. It’s said that many cultivators in the west of the city died at the hands of evil spirits, and even Mr. Qi and Wu Cheng might have been affected. Fewer patrolled after that, and outside, all you could hear were the sounds of evil spirits passing by. At that time, an evil spirit broke into the house, and the cultivator who came to save us also died. The families next to us were scared, so we all hid together in a cellar."

"Do you know when the incident in the west of the city happened?"

Liu Nengwu shook his head. "It’s certainly not within the last two days. We’ve been hiding for two days now."

You Su was shocked. Evil spirits breaking into the city could threaten even a cultivator with Mr. Qi’s level of cultivation. What hope was there for them?

"We hid hastily back then, didn’t have time to pack much, and our food ran out quickly. Now everyone’s starving, relying on me and Mr. Huang to go out and find food to bring back. But when we encountered evil spirits, we fled into this Peace Cave to hide. Thankfully, we met you, so everyone can be saved now." Liu Nengwu looked at You Su full of hope.

"Yes! You Su, you’re so capable, you can definitely lead us back and save them! Rest assured, our cellar is very safe!" Huang Shi’an chimed in.

You Su, who took first place in the Immortal Ascension Conference, surely made their situation much safer.

"What does Peace Cave mean?" You Su suddenly asked.

"It’s right here. A long time ago, people used this place for refuge, but it was deserted by my grandfather’s generation. Later, the City Lord’s residence dug a new one. The person who came to save us planned to lead us there, but was eaten by that evil spirit," Liu Nengwu said, his tone full of sorrow. "There’s no time to waste, let’s go, You Su. A lot of people are waiting for us."

You Su understood; no wonder his master said this well was connected to the outside. It turned out to be an old abandoned refuge.

He originally intended to find food with his junior sister and hide away in some shelter. Now there was a safe place right in front of them. However, considering his junior sister’s dislike of meeting strangers, he hesitated over Huang and Liu’s invitation.

He turned to ask Ji Lingruo’s opinion, but she appeared from behind him first and asked:

"Is there enough to eat?"

Liu Nengwu and Huang Shi’an exchanged a glance, Huang said, "Absolutely enough. Since You Su is protecting us, he’ll definitely get food first."

"Then let’s go," Ji Lingruo gently urged You Su by pushing his back.

You Su felt warmth in his heart, then held his junior sister’s hand, saying to Huang and Liu, "Mr. Huang, Mr. Liu, you lead the way. If anything happens, hide behind me."

The two nodded and groped their way forward.

Along the way, they encountered more evil spirits, most of which appeared to be very low-level flesh-and-blood evil spirits, as both Huang and Liu could see them, and You Su easily dealt with them.

But this situation didn’t make sense. According to them, the evil spirits appearing in the west of the city were at a level that could even threaten Mr. Liou. Even if none such powerful were in the city, they shouldn’t be this weak.

Moreover, they even mentioned that rescue people died at the hands of evil spirits. How could such evil spirits manage that? Could it be they were just lucky today?

You Su couldn’t figure it out and could only proceed cautiously.

The dense fog made visibility very low, frightening the two leading the way. However, it wasn’t scary for You Su, who was already familiar with Chuyun City’s terrain and could see the evil spirits through the fog. Places like these were most suitable for a blind man like him to battle.

After passing through a few familiar streets, they entered a tightly closed house, which was Huang Shi’an’s residence.

At the door lay a skeleton, the remains of the cultivator who was eaten by evil spirits while trying to save them, even his name was not known.

Huang Shi’an respectfully bowed to it, then led the group through several hidden doors, and gently lifted a floorboard. He motioned to them and descended a hidden ladder first.

You Su was surprised. Mr. Huang had always seemed so honest, how did he manage to dig such a hidden cellar?

Ji Lingruo was the last to descend, almost slipping on the last few steps but was caught steadily in You Su’s arms. Whether intentional or not, it was unclear.

The four of them walked about twenty more meters before finally seeing the cave’s interior.

The cave was dimly lit by a single candle, illuminating a small area, but twelve people were crowded in there.

Under the dim candlelight, their faces were all very weak. Upon seeing the four appear, they all lit up with hope, like seeing their saviors.

"Old Huang! Old Liu! You’re back!"

The crowd exclaimed, rising to surround them.

Among them was a haggardly beautiful woman, none other than the owner of the Cloud-Picking Clothing Store. She immediately recognized You Su, rushing up to hold his hand:

"You Su! You’re alive!"

"Auntie, I’m relieved you’re safe as well."

You Su smiled lightly, exchanging pleasantries. Seeing familiar faces amidst such crisis brought peace of mind.

Suddenly, You Su felt a chill creeping up his back. Behind him was only Ji Lingruo, and he quickly withdrew his hand with an awkward smile.

The store owner glanced at the cold-faced girl behind You Su, seemed to understand something, and refrained from speaking further.

"You Su? Is it that champion from the Immortal Ascension Conference?" some unfamiliar asked.

"It’s really him! We’re saved!" an old man emotionally exclaimed.

You Su felt slightly embarrassed. Fortuitously, Liu Nengwu stepped in, calming the excited group.

He distributed the hard-won food while recounting the dangers of their journey. He glossed over his own weakness but vividly emphasized You Su’s strength, etching it into their hearts.

After distributing, Huang Shi’an stood up, offering his meat strip to You Su.

"You Su, as a cultivator, you require more sustenance. Let Mr. Huang share some with you, in return for keeping everyone safe."

The remaining thirteen people followed suit, each offering a portion of their food to You Su. He didn’t bother with formalities like declining out of politeness, as in such dire circumstances, pretentious talk was unnecessary.

Everyone carefully enjoyed the long-missed food. Few spoke. Ji Lingruo also grew more silent upon entering, only clinging tightly to You Su. Those who wished to converse with You Su hesitated, intimidated by the girl’s unapproachable demeanor.

The night passed in silence, and just when You Su thought the coming days might proceed similarly, several uninvited guests made their appearance.