“Don’t go in.” Xia Lei stopped in his tracks before a few soldiers. “Wait for me here.” 

Long Bing hesitated. “Why aren’t you letting me go in with you?” 

“The people who’ve come into contact with that alloy are either dead or mad. It’s not safe for you to go in. It’s better for you to stay outside,” said Xia Lei.

Long Bing was touched. “But aren’t you going in too? How can I let you go in alone? What if something happens? What then? I’d better go in with you. I can be your support.” 

“It’s better if I go in alone. Aren’t I sacrificing myself in times of crisis anyway by playing the role of cannon fodder? Don’t worry, I’ll be fine. It’s decided then. Don’t follow me.” 

“No, I have to go in with you.” Long Bing was stubborn. 

‘Didn’t you say that I have special authority in this matter? You have to follow my commands too. I’m telling you to stay behind, so stay behind.” 

“You…” Long Bing was annoyed but she did not disobey Xia Lei’s command. 

Xia Lei said no more and entered...