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Chu Lin was on high alert. Engaging in battle with this creature could mean instant death—a misstep and he'd be gone. Was this another layer of Luo Su's strategy?

Doubt flickered in Chu Lin's gaze, but Luo Su met his eyes with a serene expression, her gaze free of any deceit or slyness.

Her voice steady, Luo Su said, "This method isn't ideal, but it's the only one we have. If you don't trust me