Chapter 25: Li Zhao

As the footsteps grew nearer, the mysterious individual's arrival brought a temporary reprieve to Ge Dao's desperate situation. The air in the tent crackled with tension as everyone's attention shifted to the newcomer, their gazes filled with curiosity and wariness.

‘Is that Li Zhao?’ Ge Dao gazed at the mysterious figure that had emerged from the tent, He was not sure of the man’s identity, however, due to the black robe he was wearing.

The mysterious figure, shrouded in a dark robe that concealed their features, stepped forward with a commanding presence. Their voice, still and firm, sliced through the heavy silence. " Tang Luo, release him,” ordered the cloaked figure, their tone brooking no argument.

The mysterious man turned his attention on the bald man, who reluctantly loosened his grip on Ge Dao's throat. Gasping for air, Ge Dao crumpled to the ground, clutching his throat and coughing as he regained his breath.

As the tension eased slightly, the mysterious individual ordered