Chapter 159: The Most Unexpected Person
The reason Leng Le went after Su Hui was first to ensure that the object in Su Hui’s possession did not fall into the hands of the gang in the ancient town. Second, he abandoned the plan to take Gu Fan as a hostage and exchange him with Su Hui, because Leng Le believed that Hai could catch Lin Xi as a hostage, and the result would be the same.
At present, Jie and Lin Xi, supporting the elderly and weak Professor Luo, were running without a clear direction, all the while sensing a big and tall man chasing behind them. This eerie feeling was with them all the time.
Of course, Lin Xi hoped that Gu Fan would come quickly. She feared, however, given what previously transpired, Gu Fan may too be in danger.
"I can’t do it anymore, I’m old, I can’t run, don’t mind me, you carry on." Professor Luo was aware of his predicament and didn’t want to burden the young ones.
In response, Jie firmly shook his head: "What are you talking about? How can we leave you behind?"
Running in panic, they ended up in a vast hall with beautifully carved columns and a throne. Jie shone his flashlight and discovered where they were.
Looking at the setting, Professor Luo commented, "If this is indeed the mausoleum and palace of Queen Qianye, this might have been where she held court."
Lin Xi nodded in agreement: "It appears so."
Jie also commented, "Look, there’s a throne, I’ve never sat on one before. I’ll go try it out." As Jie made his move, Lin Xi quickly pulled him back, cautioning him not to touch anything inadvertently and trigger a trap.
Professor Luo too became interested in the throne. Walking over, he noticed murals and writing on the wall behind the throne and couldn’t resist the urge to scrutinize them.
Jie was losing patience: "Professor, we’re being chased right now. Can you conserve your energy and let’s get out of here?" Just as Jie finished speaking, the sound of footsteps began to approach.