The poisonous woman is frivolous, please be gentle with me, Your Highness.

Chapter 180 Why Should I Trust You

"No, no, that's it. I really didn't think of it just now. But my lords, you see, I have cooperated with you like this. When the trial comes, can you also give me a lighter sentence?" There was some tentativeness in Military Advisor Ge's words.

"I can't make the decision on this. How about you ask the Third Prince?"

Upon hearing this, Military Advisor Ge couldn't help but look at the cold and handsome man behind him. He saw that he was just standing there, emitting an alluring coldness.

Go ask him?
He doesn't have the courage yet.

Without saying anything more, Military Advisor Ge just led his men on the journey, and finally they reached the halfway point of the mountain.

"My Lords, the stockade is just ahead and we will be there soon."

"Are there any mechanisms outside your village?"

"No, it's just that there are people guarding the gate of the village. I believe these guards are not a problem at all for the adults." Military Advisor Ge said in a flattering manner.

Ye Beiling didn't quite believe him, and told Shisan to go and get the news first.

Even though they are now facing only a small mountain stronghold, and there is basically no combat power inside, they still urge caution first.

Thirteen soon came back after completing the investigation.

"Your Highness, there is indeed no danger ahead. I didn't even see any guards. I didn't see anyone further in.

"I am afraid that Your Highness will be worried, so I came back early."

"Yeah." He nodded calmly, "Since there's no danger, let's go."

Ye Beiling was the first to step to the front. Bai Qianxi was protected firmly behind him and noticed his little movements.

Bai Qianxi was silent.

Just as Thirteen had investigated, the entire area in front of the village gate seemed extremely empty at the moment, with only two watchtowers, but now there was no one in sight.

"It seems there is no danger for the time being. Let's keep going."

Ye Beiling's steps did not pause at all.

Only Military Advisor Ge was puzzled by this scene. Where did the gatekeepers go? Not even one person was missing.

The gate of Menghuzhai is not small and the entrance is flat. When you enter, you will first see a very open space.

It seems to be a naturally formed cave, which was later artificially modified to become what it is now.

However, it seems that this village must have been established for a long time, and no one knows why it has been hidden in the mountains without being discovered.

There was no one in the entire hall. Ye Beiling and his companions looked around and clearly saw some dark paths around the hall.

These paths looked very dark at first glance, hidden in the caves where no sunlight could reach them.

"Where are the rest of you?"

Ye Beiling looked at Military Advisor Ge with scrutiny.

Thirteen also looked around vigilantly, holding his weapon tightly in his hand. Although they couldn't see anyone now, it didn't mean that there was no one hiding in the dark.

"I don't know either." Military Advisor Ge had a sad face. It was clear that when they went down the mountain before, some people were left in the village to guard the place.

Could it be that the fourth brother knew about their situation and was making secret arrangements? Or had he already escaped in advance?

Military Advisor Ge couldn't help but think of this possibility and immediately spoke it out.

"So that's how it is. It seems you don't know either."

"In that case, then you lead the way first. Now let's go and see those people you captured. I warn you, be honest and don't try to be clever!" Someone pushed Military Advisor Ge.

"Don't worry, I will be absolutely obedient!" Military Advisor Ge spoke again to please him. He knew that they were no match for Ye Beiling, so instead of struggling, it was better to go with the flow.

It is possible that the Third Prince would spare him because of his active cooperation.

Military Advisor Ge led the way carefully in front. He knew very well where these paths led to.

After entering the cave, Bai Qianxi discovered that some of these paths were interconnected, and it was easy to get lost with the twists and turns.

However, when they got here, they quickly discovered signs of human movement.

"Everyone, be careful, there is a prison ahead." Military Advisor Ge bent his waist. The environment here was obviously more humid than other places.

If you listen carefully, you can even hear the dripping sound of water.

What I saw were several simple cells made of wooden sticks. An inexplicable smell instantly rushed into my nose, which was a bit unpleasant.

"This! How is this possible!"

"What about people!"

Just as Military Advisor Ge was looking at the cell and preparing to introduce it, he looked at the scene in front of him and his eyes widened instantly.

His face turned pale in an instant.

Where are the people? Where are all these people? The cell in front of me was empty, without even a blade of grass!

Military Advisor Ge noticed that several waiters guarding the gate were sleeping soundly nearby.

"Get up, everyone, get up! I ask you, where are the people? Where did they go!" After kicking the man awake in a few steps, Military Advisor Ge spoke angrily.

The few people who woke up didn't know what had happened. At the signal from Military Advisor Ge, they only saw an empty cell.
He was so frightened that his soul was about to die. "This... We don't know what happened. We only remember that when we drank the soup sent by the Fourth Master,..."

"You are a bunch of trash, trash! You can't even look at a person!" Military Advisor Ge was so angry that he was about to attack again.

"Stop!" Ye Beiling's cold voice came, and Ge Jun was so frightened that his whole body froze.

"Your Highness, you..."

"I'm asking you, where have your four in command's people gone?" Ye Beiling ignored him and turned to look casually at one of the guards.

At this time, the guards discovered these strangers and couldn't help wondering, "Military Advisor, who are they?"

"Don't ask questions that you shouldn't ask! Just tell me where the Fourth Master went!"

Several people were startled by the seriousness of Ge Junshi, "How do we know where the fourth boss has gone?"

If they knew, they would not be lying here. Military Advisor Ge also knew this, but he could feel the captivating gaze of Ye Beiling behind him.

Even if he doesn't know, you have to find a way to find out.

Suddenly, a light bulb went off in Advisor Ge's mind, and an idea came to his mind, "I know! Your Highness, please follow me!"

In the mysterious cave, a handsome man looked at the people in front of him with a complicated expression, and said helplessly, "I know you don't want to believe me, but I am also a member of Dongli, and I know how important these materials are to you."

"Now that our boss has gone out, everyone should follow the route I have prepared for you and go quickly."

"Otherwise, when our boss comes back, you really won't be able to leave. I just hope that when you leave, you can also take these poor people with you. Then you just need to give them a place to stay."

Surrounding the man were a group of old, weak, women and children, all of whom were abducted by these bandits.

For various reasons, they barely managed to keep their lives, the biggest reason being that they relied on this man for support.

(End of this chapter)