Chapter 1332 - 1382: Affectionate Miao Girl
After leaving the gorge, Li Yifei did not loosen his grip on Na Yi. His nerves were still on high alert; the deadly ambush set here suggested that danger might still lie ahead.
Na Yi clung tightly to Li Yifei’s waist, her side profile constantly turned toward his face. Her eyes shone with a passionate gaze, and her face bore a sweet smile.
"Na Yi, where should we go?"
After walking for over ten minutes, Li Yifei had entered a forest. Although this made it easier for the enemy to hide, it also allowed him to remain concealed. Obviously, the environment favored him more. If the enemy knew who he was, they should have never set an ambush here—it would be futile against him.
During these ten minutes, Na Yi remained silent, leaving Li Yifei unsure if he was heading in the right direction. When he turned to look at her, he caught her gaze, brimming with affection. His heart skipped a beat; he was all too familiar with this look—it was the gaze of a girl falling in love.
Though Na Yi was undoubtedly beautiful, Li Yifei had no thoughts of romance toward her. At this moment in his life, no matter how stunning the woman, he had no intentions. Yet somehow, Na Yi seemed to be smitten with him. Could this be what people mean when they say Miao girls are deeply sentimental?
Li Yifei hastily released Na Yi, signaling at her to guide the way.
Na Yi giggled sweetly, glanced around, and pointed toward a certain direction before pulling Li Yifei’s hand and leading him forward.
Li Yifei felt somewhat uncomfortable as Na Yi held his hand. Her hand was soft and pleasant to the touch, but he was genuinely afraid she might start imagining even more. Yet since he needed her guidance and feared lurking enemies, he had no choice but to follow her lead.
They walked for about half an hour, crossing the forest and reaching a small valley. In the valley stood a cluster of over twenty stilted houses. Na Yi excitedly pointed at the area, chattering to Li Yifei.
Li Yifei realized this must be Na Yi’s home—the same general area Yao Lingfu mentioned, and possibly a place where some people knew the Worm Technique. He followed Na Yi downhill toward the valley.