Huo Yuwei explained, "The Netherworld Palace's target is Qi Qi. Since they were able to find the Huo family, it means they have a way to track Qi Qi's location. Leaving Qi Qi here would only make the Huo family a target, and besides..."
He looked at Qiqi: "Qiqi is the only one who can accurately sense the location of Daoist Qingyangzi. With her around, the rescue operation will be twice as effective. Instead of passively defending, we should take the initiative and disrupt their plans before the seven stars align."
Lin Wei frowned, "But this is too dangerous. Little Fellow Daoist Qiqi is still so young, and her injuries haven't fully healed yet..."
"Qiqi can do it!" Qiqi slid off Huo Yuwei's lap and stood up straight. "Qiqi wants to save Grandpa Qingyangzi and all the children. Besides, Qiqi's injuries are almost healed, and she can protect herself!"
As she spoke, she stretched out her small hand, and a soft golden light gradually gathered in her palm.
Within the golden light, runes could be faintly seen flowing, radiating pure spiritual energy fluctuations.
Yun Songzi and Qingyin simultaneously widened their eyes, "This is... innate protective golden light? Only those with extremely pure spiritual power can cultivate this protective spell!"
Qiqi nodded, her little face serious. "Master taught Qiqi that as long as Qiqi doesn't misuse spiritual power, this golden light can protect Qiqi from being disturbed by evil spirits."
Huo Yusen pondered for a moment, then looked up and said, "Brother is right. Since the Netherworld Palace has already locked onto Qiqi, they will track her wherever she goes. Rather than letting Qiqi remain in the Huo family as a fixed target, it's better to have her act with us. At least then we'll have the initiative."
He pulled up a map. "We can design a roundabout route, setting up decoys along the way to interfere with the Netherworld Palace's pursuit. At the same time, the Huo family can release false information to create the illusion that Qi Qi is still in the manor, thus diverting their attention."
Lin Wei exchanged glances with Yun Songzi and Qingyin, and finally nodded, "Okay, let's do it that way. I'll immediately apply to the association for support and allocate the most elite team."
The plan was quickly formulated.
Huo Yusen, Yun Songzi, and Qingyin formed a team to break the Nine Nether Soul Locking Array.
Lin Wei led a ten-person elite team from a special department, responsible for frontal breakthroughs and rescue operations.
Huo Yuwei, Qi Qi, and four other Huo family bodyguards formed the core protection team.
Madam Huo, residing in the Huo family, cooperated with the Xuanmen Association to create the illusion that Qi Qi was still in the manor.
"The operation is scheduled for 4:00 AM tomorrow," Lin Wei announced. "We'll set off under cover of darkness to take advantage of the time difference. We've already deployed specially designed anti-tracking vehicles that can block most tracking spells."
Everyone went off to prepare.
Huo Yuwei carried Qiqi back to the room and helped her change into a set of clothes that would make it easier for her to move around.
The specially made children's uniform is a modified version, made of lightweight and durable fabric, and the lining is sewn with simple protective runes designed by Huo Yusen.
Huo Yusen's recent progress in metaphysics can only be described as rapid.
This made Qiqi proud, but also worried.
"Big brother," Qiqi looked up at Huo Yuwei, "is that Netherworld Demon King really that powerful?"
Huo Yuwei squatted down and looked at her at eye level. "No matter how powerful he is, your big brother will protect you. Besides, Qiqi is not alone. You have Grandma, Brother Xiao Jiu, Sister Lin Wei and Sister Qingyin, and so many uncles and aunts who will protect you."
Qiqi nodded, then suddenly remembered something and pulled out a colorful bracelet from her small bag.
"Big brother, this is a talisman that Qiqi made for you. Qiqi will put it on you."
She clumsily tied the bracelet around Huo Yuwei's wrist. "This bracelet can withstand three fatal attacks. With it protecting you, big brother will definitely be safe and sound."
A warm feeling welled up in Huo Yuwei's heart, and he patted Qiqi's head, "Thank you, Qiqi."
“And this,” Qiqi pulled out a few more small sachets, “These are for Brother Xiao Jiu, Sister Lin Wei, Sister Qing Yin, Grandpa Yun Songzi… Oh dear, that’s not enough.”
She counted them, then her face fell. "Qiqi only made five, but we have so many people going this time."
Huo Yuwei smiled, "It's good that everyone knows Qiqi's feelings. You can keep these amulets for yourself."
"No, no," Qiqi shook her head anxiously, "Everyone needs to be safe and sound, Qiqi can do it now!"
As she spoke, she pulled out her small toolbox.
Inside were various talisman-making materials that Huo Yusen had specially prepared for her.
Cinnabar, yellow paper, peach wood chips, five-colored threads, etc.
Qiqi sat cross-legged on the carpet, her little face serious as she began to make amulets.
She first drew intricate runes on yellow paper with cinnabar, and with each stroke, her little fingertips shimmered with a faint golden light.
After drawing, fold the yellow paper into a triangle, wrap it with colorful thread, and finally stuff it into a small sachet.
Huo Yuwei noticed that with each amulet he made, Qiqi's face grew paler and fine beads of sweat appeared on her forehead.
"Qiqi, that's enough, take a rest." He tried to stop her, feeling sorry for her.
Qiqi shook her head and insisted on making twelve amulets, preparing one for almost everyone involved in the operation.
After finishing the last one, she swayed and almost fell.
Huo Yuwei quickly helped her up and noticed that her little hands were ice-cold. "Qiqi!"
"Qiqi is fine," Qiqi smiled weakly, "I'm just a little tired, big brother, don't worry. These amulets aren't as effective as Qiqi's before, but they can still withstand one attack. Big brother, you must make sure everyone wears them."
Before she could finish speaking, she fell asleep in Huo Yuwei's arms.
Huo Yuwei tenderly carried her to the bed and covered her with the blanket.
Looking at her pale sleeping face, he clenched his fist.
No matter what, we must protect this sensible little girl who is so endearing.
At three in the morning, the Huo family manor was completely silent.
All personnel involved in the operation gathered in the garage.
Three specially modified off-road vehicles are ready, with anti-tracking runes painted on their bodies and specially treated tires that can drive on complex terrain.
Lin Wei conducted a final equipment check. "Communicators, locators, emergency medicines, magical artifacts, dry rations... everything is ready. Remember, our primary mission is to rescue people, and secondly, to disrupt the ritual of the Netherworld Palace. If things go wrong, retreat immediately and do not linger in battle."
Huo Yusen connected his tablet to the vehicle's system. "I've installed anti-tracking software in the vehicle's system, which can interfere with most electronic and magical tracking. At the same time, I've designed three escape routes that will automatically adjust according to the real-time situation."
Yun Songzi and Qingyin then affixed invisibility and protection talismans to each vehicle, explaining, "These talismans will last for twelve hours, enough for us to reach the outskirts of Miao territory."
Huo Yuwei carried the still-sleeping Qiqi into the middle car, while Huo Yusen sat in the last car.
Lin Wei sat in the passenger seat of Huo Yusen's car, driven by Chen Gang, a veteran member of the special department with extensive experience.
"Set off."
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