NOVEL NEXT Chapter 225: Can't You Bear to Leave Me? Nightmare
"You finally arrived!" Carefree Meng Lan greeted them warmly, shaking hands with Luo Chen and Thunderstorm respectively. She turned to a tall man and said, "Thank you for bringing them here. You can go back now."
The tall man nodded respectfully and then turned and left the room. Carefree Meng Lan invited Luo Chen and Thunderstorm to sit down, then began the formal conversation.
"Luo Chen, Thunderstorm, I am very grateful that you could come. The reason I called for you this time is to discuss in detail the matter of entering the Forest of Death." Carefree Meng Lan said with a serious expression.
Luo Chen and Thunderstorm exchanged a glance and then said in unison, "Please go ahead." Both were keenly aware of how important this opportunity was for them. Therefore, they hoped to get more information about the Forest of Death from Carefree Meng Lan.
Carefree Meng Lan nodded and began to explain in detail. She told them about the entrance to the Forest of Death, the environment inside, possible dangers, and things to be aware of, etc. Her explanation was thorough, covering almost all possible issues. Luo Chen and Thunderstorm listened intently, nodding occasionally to show their understanding.
You always surprise me, but this time I want to astound you. Luo Chen looked at Ling Yueyaya, with a meaningful smile on his face.
"To secure a spot without a campaign, that's really impressive." Luo Chen gave Ling Yueyaya a small compliment. Hearing such praise, Ling Yueyaya's absolutely beautiful face instantly radiated an astonishing beauty, and she responded with a smile, "Hehe, you're really smooth, I like straightforward boys like you."
This made Luo Chen's face flush and heart race, and he scratched his head awkwardly, not knowing how to respond. Meanwhile, Carefree Meng Lan interrupted with a laugh, "Alright, stop flattering each other, it's nauseating."
She continued, "We don't have much time, we must prepare to set off for the Forest of Death by tomorrow, or we won't make it in three days." Hearing this, Luo Chen was a bit puzzled, "Three days? Is there still someone else who hasn't come?"
Carefree Meng Lan explained, "Yes, there are two more guys missing. They were new picks by the family but disappeared a few days ago. However, Grandpa said they should be back by tomorrow morning." Luo Chen nodded, then asked, "With the three of us, it totals to five people?"
He looked at Carefree Meng Lan, curious to ask how she obtained the qualification to enter the Forest of Death. But as the words formed, he swallowed them back. Carefree Meng Lan seemed to notice his curiosity and smiled, "Yes, five people. We need to start preparing now, as entering the Forest of Death is very dangerous, and we must arrange defense and emergency measures properly."
At this time, Thunderstorm, who had been silent, suddenly spoke, "Then you guys prepare, I'll head back to the inn first." He finished speaking and walked away, not seeming to want to stay longer. Carefree Meng Lan glanced at him and nodded without saying much. However, Luo Chen felt a strange emotion arise, uncertain if it was reluctance.
"Will you wait for me at the inn? I don't know how long it will be." He asked worriedly. Carefree Meng Lan turned to him and smiled, "If nothing unexpected happens, this special training will last for about a month, which isn't very long."
After hearing this, Luo Chen nodded silently, his heart filled with mixed emotions about the upcoming month. He felt both anticipation and nervousness, along with some reluctance. Looking at the departing figure of Thunderstorm, he secretly resolved to improve his skills during this special training and not let Thunderstorm down.
That afternoon, the three of them started busily preparing the supplies and equipment needed for the journey into the Forest of Death. Carefree Meng Lan took them to a store specializing in adventure equipment to select necessary defensive and emergency supplies, as well as enough dry food and water for a month.
During the equipment selection, Ling Yueyaya remained by Luo Chen's side, occasionally offering him suggestions, making him feel her attentiveness and thoughtfulness. Meanwhile, Carefree Meng Lan, with the demeanor of a big sister, directed the store clerks to pack and sort the selected supplies.
As night fell, the inn gradually quieted down, with only the chirping of insects outside the window creating an intermittent background noise. Luo Chen turned over and looked at the starry sky outside the window, silently making a wish in his heart: May this special training go smoothly, and may I become stronger.
Carefree Meng Lan tried to make her smile look natural, but her heart was full of anxiety. This special training was no joke; the Forest of Death was a place where danger and opportunity coexisted. One wrong step, and they might never return to this familiar city.
"I will be waiting for you back in Mengyifei City until you return, rest assured." Thunderstorm's voice was cold but firm, as he made a promise to Luo Chen and then walked out of the room without looking back. Luo Chen watched his retreating figure, a complex, indescribable emotion surging in his heart, and he silently lowered his head.
"Hehe, already starting to miss him so soon?" Carefree Meng Lan teased, trying to lighten the heavy atmosphere in the room. Luo Chen shook his head, not saying anything.