Chapter 796 Arriving at the Dark Forest

The location of the dark forest is relatively remote, close to the mountains. It was originally planned to be developed into a tourist attraction.

It was indeed popular at the beginning, but in the past two years, for some unknown reason, it suddenly became desolate.

In the past few years, most of the surrounding residents have left, and only a few people still live here.

When Zizixuan rushed to the dark forest, it was almost dark. If Lingyun Sect had not provided him with a map before, it would have taken a lot of time to find it.

At this moment, in front of him, towering trees were growing, and their lush branches were intertwined together, seeming to cover the sky.

Just as Zizixuan was about to walk into the forest, a voice suddenly sounded from behind, "Wait a minute, don't go in!"

Turning around, I saw a young woman running over quickly. Her clothes were very simple, but she gave people a delicate and refined feeling.

To Zhi Xuan's surprise, she carried a small basket on her back, which contained some herbs. She must have been collecting herbs here.

However, there was a trace of anxiety on the woman's face, as if she was afraid that Zhi Xuan would walk into the forest.

Zhi Xuan was stunned for a moment and asked doubtfully: "What's wrong, beauty?"

The woman looked at the forest in front of her with fear, and said with a strange expression: "Are you a foreigner?"

"A friend of mine was traveling here some time ago, and then suddenly lost contact. I came here specifically to find her."

Zhi Xuan made a random excuse.

The woman's expression changed and she quickly said: "I advise you not to go in. This forest is a bit evil, and it's almost dark now. Most people won't go near this place at this time."

Um?

Zhi Xuan frowned, is there something weird about this forest?

After being persuaded by him, the woman said: "This place used to be a tourist attraction, but in the past few years, many strange things have happened, which made people panic. Later, the developer also withdrew its investment, and things became more and more... The more desolate it is.”

"What weird thing happened?" Zhi Xuan's heart moved.

The woman frowned slightly, hesitated and said, "Every time it gets dark, this forest will fog up inexplicably. As long as someone goes in, they can't come out again."

"Moreover, people often go missing, and they mostly happen when it's dark, so we locals don't dare to come here as long as it's dark."

"It was because my family needed money that I had no choice but to go here to collect herbs and sell them to supplement my family's income. Otherwise, who would dare to come here? I advise you not to go in."

I don't know if it was a psychological effect, but when Zizixuan looked towards the direction of the forest again, he seemed to feel a trace of mist.

Seeing his unwillingness, the woman stamped her feet angrily and said again: "I kindly remind you, don't be stupid. It is said that a group of people came here to look for someone a few days ago, and some people were watching them. Those who went in never came out, and they might have been dead for a long time. Who knows if there are any ferocious beasts in the forest."

Zhi Xuan raised his eyebrows. The pair of people the woman mentioned may be the people sent by the Lingyun Sect. It seems that they are in danger.

He quickly took out his mobile phone, found a photo of Wang Yurou and handed it over, "Take a look, have you seen this person?"

"I don't think I've seen it before."

The woman shook her head and continued: "I have said everything that needs to be said. You can decide for yourself. I have to leave first."

As she spoke, the woman turned and left.

After taking a few steps, he found that Zhi Xuan was also following him. He couldn't help but ask: "Hey, why are you following me?"

"I want you to ask me if anyone around has seen my friend."

Zhi Xuan shook the photo of Wang Yurou on his phone. Since the forest was a little weird, he might as well go to the nearby area and ask the residents.

Then wait for tomorrow and find some time to explore the forest.

"Okay, but I have to go home and put the herbs away before I can help you find out."

"Okay, I'll take you back."

Perhaps because of Ye Zixuan's good-natured appearance, the woman had no defense against him and did not feel there was anything wrong with bringing a stranger home.

After the two reached a consensus, they left the dark forest.

Along the way, Zhi Xuan learned that the other party's name was Tao Hua, and that she and her grandfather were dependent on each other. They usually lived in poverty and made a living by collecting herbs.

The two chatted all the way, and Taohua became more and more surprised by Zhi Xuan, because the other party actually knew every herbal medicine she picked.

Not only that.

Moreover, she knew the characteristics of each herbal medicine and how to use it. What shocked her even more was that some poisonous herbs could be turned into bitter medicine after processing, achieving the effect of turning waste into treasure.

At this moment, I admire Zhi Xuan more and more.

The dark forest is not far from where Taohua lives. It didn't take long for him to reach his destination, "Brother Ye, my home is just ahead."

Taohua pulled Zixuan toward a building with a smile on her face, but as soon as she entered the door, she saw a mess in the house.

With a look on her face, she dropped the basket on the ground and ran in quickly.

I saw an old man standing there with a sad face, and opposite him there were three young men, who looked like they were not good people.

"Grandpa, how are you?"

Taohua checked the old man's body with a worried look and was relieved when she found that he was not injured.

The old man sighed and said, "I'm fine."

"What do you mean it's okay? You old man, you haven't paid this month's protection fee yet. If you don't pay it again, something will happen!" The leader, a man with a crew cut, sneered.

"That's right, this area is controlled by the brothers. If you don't pay the protection fee, you can let the brothers drink the northwest wind."

"Hey, isn't this a peach girl? We haven't seen each other for a few days, and she is getting more and more beautiful. Why don't you go to my house tonight and have a chat? If we have a happy chat, I can waive the protection fee for you. How about that?"

Several gangsters laughed, and their eyes swept over Taohua's body unscrupulously. Although Taohua was only eighteen or nineteen years old and dressed plainly, she had a good figure.

Taohua blocked the old man behind her and said angrily: "Didn't we just pay the protection fee for this month? Why do we have to pay it again!"

"A big shot is coming today, so brothers, of course, we have to entertain him. If you don't get money, how can we entertain him? Do you think this is right?" The flat-headed man smiled faintly.

(Thanks to Mo Ai 1 for the reward, thank you all for your support, and wish you all a happy National Day.)