Ye Chen instructed his men to eat and rest, knowing there wouldn't be a chance for rest later that night. He planned to keep Ci Ye and the four evil spirits occupied all night, wearing them out with their own game of capture.
Before they knew it, it was midnight.
Around them, it suddenly became quiet. They split into several groups, intending to leave quietly. Making too much noise could alert others to their presence. They found a dense forest and had spent six hours thoroughly checking the surroundings before their departure. They made sure that there were no men left by Ci Ye in the woods. No torches were lit.
Ye Chen glanced around, the surroundings were pitch-dark.
"Let's go, be careful along the way. If we manage to shake them off, we'll find you as soon as possible," he said.
Can Mo replied, "We will keep an eye on Yang Jing."
"Lass, take care of yourself. Would you like a farewell kiss?"
"Go kiss a monkey." Ling'er had already turned away.