The Heir of the Celestial Diagram

Chapter 18: The Escape in the Shadows

The cave trembled slightly. Han Feng felt the flow of energy approaching rapidly—the enemy was back.

He clenched his fists, feeling the pulse of the newly refined Gu in his palm. He still didn't know what he was capable of, but one thing was certain: he couldn't afford to fight directly.

The Mist Wolf growled, sensing the approach of danger.

"If I fight now and use a lot of power, I will reveal my true strength..."

Han Feng took a deep breath, activating his concealment technique, the Art of the Celestial Veil. His aura began to contract, reducing his presence to that of an ordinary mortal.

Now I just needed to escape without raising any suspicions.

The Escape Plan

Han Feng quickly analyzed the cave. The entrance was narrow, and the enemy seemed confident, advancing without hesitation.

"He doesn't expect me to run away."

This gave you an advantage.

He looked at the Nebulous Wolf and, through their newly formed connection, transmitted a simple thought.

— Run to the opposite side. Make noise. Confuse him.

The wolf hesitated for a moment, but soon leaped out of the cave, roaring and leaving deep footprints in the wet ground.

As expected, the enemy focused on the wolf.

— "Damn beast, are you still alive?"

Han Feng smiled slightly and slid back, entering through a small opening at the back of the cave. His body disappeared into the shadows.

Now, all that was left was to wait and observe.

The Perfect Deception

The enemy cultivator entered the cave and looked around.

— "Strange..." I swear I felt something here.

He looked at the remains of the broken chrysalis on the ground, but he didn't notice anything special.

Han Feng, hidden in the darkness, held his breath and slowed his heartbeat, using the Art of the Celestial Veil to become almost imperceptible.

The enemy analyzed the cave for a few more moments. Then, he huffed and ran towards the Nebulous Wolf, thinking that the real danger came from the beast.

As soon as the sound of footsteps disappeared, Han Feng let out a slow breath.

He had deceived a cultivator stronger than him without needing to fight.

"Perfeito."

Now, I could continue advancing in secret.