Chapter 367: Hall of Heroes Candidate
Yang Ru quite approved of Zou Tian’s actions, both in the original plan and the way he’d commanded everyone. His training and being away from the sect had done the young man good. Becoming more confident in his abilities and more assertive were both improvements that would serve him well.
The first round of attacks had done its job, forcing three of the nine Nascent Souls to focus on his group instead of on Master. Even better, after Zou Tian ordered the second round of attacks, the three enemies flew forward, removing them even further from Master.
Of course, that meant the three were headed for the juniors, and after they dealt with the current volley, they’d surely attack.
“Retreat!” Zou Tian yelled. “Retreat, now.”
Good. He hadn’t got caught up in the excitement of the fight, instead keeping calm and making the correct call.
All was going according to plan, and the group reacted immediately. Jin LiJuan, her menagerie, and Yang Xiu were the first to tear Teleport talismans, returning to the agreed upon fallback location—the compound.
Compared to Foundation Establishment realm cultivators, those still at Qi Gathering reacted slower, moved slower, and even thought slower. They were still all reaching for their talismans.
One issue the plan hadn’t covered was who should stay back to make sure that all the juniors got away safely. Zou Tian probably assumed that he’d be the obvious choice for that job. Yang Ru disagreed.
The two looked at each other, a glance that spoke volumes. Each staked their claim to be the one to stay behind, and neither gave an inch.
“You’ve done well leading,” Yang Ru said, “and you’re still needed in that role. Ensure that everyone evacuates to the main sect if any Nascent Souls pursue.”
“You can do that just as easily.”
“I can, but you’re commanding this mission. It’s your job.”