Chapter 413: Adorably Silly

The three people chatted as they retreated, leading the massive Sand Giant around in circles.

Zhang Mu glanced at the people standing still, and said to Hachikuju, “Bro, go get Sixth Brother He. The key to winning this time is with him.”

Hachikuju glanced suspiciously at Sixth Brother He’s location, feeling uncertain.

“Wasn’t He Shan just saying that his earth abilities have low dominance here? It seems useless, so why would the key to winning be with him?” Hesitatingly remarked.

“What I’m thinking now is how to lose without looking so miserable. You saw it too, the control of speed, strength, flexibility of that Sand Giant, compared to the beginning, it’s completely different now.”

“You know, we’ve got hundreds of thousands of eyes on us right now? We haven’t even entered the Death Zone within a hundred kilometers, and we’re already facing this situation. If we just run away, how will all the townspeople look at us in the future?”

Hachikuju gasped for breath and said to Zhang Mu when she saw the Sand Giant speed up again.

“Let’s give it a try. It’s better than just retreating like this. My Blood Lotus can’t break through its defense right now. Your enlarged axe technique is more destructive than what I can do.”

The only way to inflict serious damage on it before it regenerates is to use my blood to feed this Blood Lotus parasite that lives in my body. But the cost is too high, so I can only use it as a last resort.”

“No, no, please don’t use it.”

Hachikuju kept saying, he was really scared by Zhang Mu, especially now with Zhang Mu’s left arm entangled by vines, even he was frightened by the sight.

The vines could twist and entangle, like small snakes coiled around Zhang Mu’s left arm, making it look really creepy.

If the price of winning is turning Zhang Mu’s body into this kind of state, then Hachikuju thought it might be better to just run away now. Even if it meant losing face.

Zhang Mu laughed and scolded her.

“Quick, call Sixth Brother He over here! Let’s try my method.”

Boom!

The Sand Giant punched where the three people had been standing just moments ago, making Hachikuju yell out.

“Sixth Brother He, come help!”

Sixth Brother He, also known as He Shan, just turned eighteen. He’s the youngest in his family and a local from Ejin Horo Banner. His nickname, Sixth Brother He, has been known to everyone since before the apocalypse and continued to be used in the new era.

He was one of the three second-rank evolvers invited by Hachikuju. His awakening ability is ranged earth-element attacks, with no major enhancements to his physical abilities, more like a mage.

When Sixth Brother He heard his name called by Hachikuju, he was surprised at first but quickly ran over.

Although unsure why he was called, Hachikuju knew the full extent of his abilities. His energy attacks were stronger than a first-rank evolver, despite his weaker physique.

Even though he had tried before, he couldn’t move the sand and dust at all in the beginning.

They all knew this very well, including Sixth Brother, who was puzzled by it.

Hachikuju once helped him by saving his parents, and this time, he was the only one among the four second-ranked evolvers who volunteered to help Hachikuju compete for the position of Capital City Lord.

He believed in repaying kindness, especially such a heavy debt of gratitude. Even though Hachikuju told him not to worry about it, he insisted.

Although he couldn’t join the Red Flame Wolf Rider due to his physical condition, He Shan had always been a loyal follower who obeyed Hachikuju’s commands without question.

A long-range evolver who couldn’t use his abilities was now facing a close combat situation with the Sand Giant. It was easy to imagine what his fate would be.

When He Shan approached Hachikuju with a determined look, everyone found it a bit strange.

They were surprised by his resolute expression and his words indicating he was prepared to meet his end.

“Big Brother Hachikuju, just tell me what needs to be done. Please take care of my parents for me.”

Hachikuju quickly grabbed his shoulder and pulled He Shan back, as his slow speed nearly got him crushed by the Sand Giant.

The three looked at each other, and Hachikuju hesitated before speaking.

“Brother Zhang Mu, your plan should be able to save Little Six.”

When Zhang Mu heard this, he couldn’t help but laugh and cry.

“I just want him to use his awakening ability to help us with our upcoming attack.”

Zhang Mu couldn’t help but smile as he watched He Shan being carried by Hachikuju like a chick being picked up.

“Little Six, what are you thinking? Your current strength is a valuable asset to humankind. One less person means one less chance of survival. Would I, Zhang Mu, let you go to your death?”

Now it was He Shan’s turn to be puzzled, as he asked in confusion.

“Brother Zhang Mu, are you planning to use me as bait? Sacrifice myself to distract the monsters’ attention, like how you almost got caught a few times before? It seems like you need someone to keep this Sand Giant occupied.”

So that was his plan, no wonder. That’s why he had that look of determination a moment ago.

Zhang Mu, together with two others, looked at each other and burst into laughter.

Especially Zhang Mu, was laughing so hard that tears were about to fall.

It’s been a long time since they had met someone so cute.

Despite being chased relentlessly by the Sand Giant, the three of them were still chatting and laughing, while He Shan was left confused and alone in the wind.

Zhang Mu paused for a moment and quickly explained.

“My idea is, when we launch an attack on the part of the Sand Giant that hides its core, you use your communication ability with the earth element, seize control, and stop its healing power. Then we can take advantage to inflict serious damage on it, and maybe even resolve the problem directly if we’re lucky.”

He Shan said with a mournful face, “But Zhang Mu, I tried that before and I couldn’t take control of the earth element in the previous sandstorm. It won’t work.”

At this moment, Uncle Peng seemed to have a hint of understanding in his eyes and spoke up.

“I understand what young Zhang Mu means. The sandstorm before and the current Sand Giant are completely different compositions.”

The previous sandstorm was mainly made of wind and had some earth in it too. There were hundreds of earth-element mutant beasts in the sandstorm, you couldn’t possibly compete with them.

But now, the situation is very different. This Sand Giant is almost entirely made of earth, with some wind attached to its surface.

The key point is, this Sand Giant is controlled by a second-rank beast king.

For it, the control has greatly increased.”

Uncle Peng glanced at the approaching Sand Giant, his expression unchanged as he continued speaking.

“But for you, its dominance over earth-element has decreased significantly.

Remember, you are also a second-rank earth evolver, even though it has taken control first. But you can still compete with it!

Second-rank against second-rank, everyone is on equal footing, don’t be afraid, don’t you even have this confidence?”

He Shan understood and suddenly had an epiphany, closed his eyes to feel it, and joyfully said.

“Really, I feel like I have regained control over the earth element. Let’s do this, guys!”

Seeing He Shan earnestly making a foolish move, Zhang Mu struggled to hold back his laughter once again.

This child, truly, is so silly and cute!

Watching He Shan dancing in excitement, Hachikuju almost wanted to throw him under the Sand Giant’s feet. But she reminded herself that he was just a child, and after several silent reminders, she calmed down.

“This time, I will take the lead, Zhang Mu, you and Uncle Peng will assist me. Sixth Brother, you can join once you see us create an opening. Remember, be fast!”

Just as Sixth Brother He nodded vigorously, Hachikuju immediately threw him aside.

This time, the three of them did not retreat. Stepping forward, they charged towards the roaring Sand Giant, fully in control of their bodies!

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