Chapter 354

“The wolf pack ran away?”

“We’re safe this time!”

“Leader, we’re safe—the wolf pack really ran off!”

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Seeing the wolf pack flee, the rescue team members couldn’t help but cheer excitedly.

Then, they all plopped down directly into the snow—their nerves had been taut for too long.

Now that the wolves were gone, they finally relaxed sharply, and their legs instantly felt weak.

As for Xiao Yi at this moment, he naturally noticed the others’ condition, but simply smiled faintly.

Afterwards, he exhaled slowly, then walked over to the wolf he had killed with his dagger and retrieved it.

Looking at the lifeless wolf before him, he couldn’t help but feel a pang of emotion.

He never expected that, after choosing to quit the show, he’d still be caught in such a deadly human-wolf battle.

Meanwhile, online viewers watching the livestream, upon seeing the wolf pack retreat, also began commenting enthusiastically.

“This… is it over? I thought the wolf pack would fight to the death!”

“True, I’m a little disappointed now!”

“Wild wolves these days are really getting worse—no stamina compared to the packs Xiao Shen used to face.”

“What kind of mindset do you have? Isn’t it great the wolves retreated?”

“Exactly—do you really want Xiao Shen and the rescue team to fight to the death with the wolves?”

“The ending is fine: Xiao Shen isn’t hurt, and only one rescue member is injured, and even that doesn’t look serious.”

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Of course, many netizens complained the human-wolf battle wasn’t exciting enough, while others stepped in to scold them.

After all, Xiao Yi and the others had been fighting for their lives against the wolves.

Naturally, Xiao Yi had no idea what was being said in the livestream.

After retrieving his dagger, Xiao Yi slowly walked toward the rescue team.

“Xiao Shen, hello. Thank you for coming to rescue us. I’m the team leader, Kong Wu.”

Seeing Xiao Yi approach, Leader Kong hurried over, clutching his arm as he introduced himself.

“Hello, Leader Kong. How’s your arm now?”

Hearing this, Xiao Yi nodded with a smile, then glanced at Kong Wu’s arm and asked with concern.

“It’s fine—just a minor wound!”

“Hss!”

Nearby, Leader Kong had tried to endure the pain in front of Xiao Yi, but as he spoke, he couldn’t help sucking in a sharp breath.

Then, he awkwardly smiled at Xiao Yi.

Seeing this, Xiao Yi shook his head and asked the others, “Do you have a first-aid kit?”

“Right here, right here!”

Xiao Yi asked the other rescue members—he could tell Kong Wu’s wound was serious.

Hearing this, someone immediately called out, and a man quickly walked over carrying a first-aid kit.

Seeing this, Xiao Yi said, “Tent? It’s too cold outside—set up a tent, take off his clothes, apply hemostatic medicine, then bandage it.”

Hearing Xiao Yi’s words, those around him awkwardly rubbed their heads.

“Xiao Shen, the tent burned up earlier!”

Hearing this, Xiao Yi was momentarily speechless.

Then, taking the bandages himself, he didn’t make Kong Wu take off his clothes—just wrapped the wound tightly over his coat to at least stop the bleeding.

Only Xiao Yi’s strength could tighten the bandage so firmly through thick clothing.

Then Xiao Yi continued, “Let’s go. We’ll leave this coniferous forest first—I have a tent there. I’ll treat him properly there.”

Hearing this, everyone nodded in agreement.

Then, as if remembering something, Leader Kong spoke up.

“By the way, since we’re all safe now, I should report to Wang Zong, so they don’t waste more manpower and resources rescuing us.”

After saying this, Kong Wu glanced again at Xiao Yi.

Seeing Kong Wu’s gaze, Xiao Yi was puzzled, silently muttering to himself:

“Why are you staring at me?”

Seeing Xiao Yi say nothing, Kong Wu pulled out his walkie-talkie and called Wang Ming.

“This is Wang Ming. How’s your situation, Leader Kong? Has the Canadian rescue team arrived?”

Seeing it was Kong Wu, Wang Ming immediately asked.

He didn’t want to keep contacting Kong Wu’s team constantly—he feared it would distract them.

After all, Kong Wu’s team was facing off against wolves—any lapse could cost them their lives.

Hearing Wang Ming’s question, Kong Wu smiled and replied,

“Wang Zong, our crisis is over—the wolf pack just retreated. But we haven’t seen the Canadian police rescue team.”

Mr. Wang, our crisis is over—the wolf pack has just retreated, but we haven’t seen any Maple Country police rescue team.

Wang Ming was stunned.

If the Canadian rescue team hadn’t arrived, how had Kong Wu’s team escaped danger?

Kong Wu seemed to sense Wang Ming’s confusion and explained,

“Wang Zong, just now, Xiao Shen saved us—the wolf pack was driven off by us. We’re now preparing to leave this coniferous forest.”

“Xiao Shen? Xiao Shen is with you?”

Hearing Xiao Yi was with Kong Wu’s team, Wang Ming exclaimed in surprise.

The entire rescue team’s movements were under Wang Ming’s control—except Xiao Yi’s.

Xiao Yi’s whereabouts had never been within the rescue team’s knowledge.

After all, Xiao Yi had a livestream with tens of millions of viewers online.

The base’s directive was to let Xiao Yi operate alone, as long as he remained safe.

Still, Wang Ming couldn’t help feeling relieved.

Since Kong Wu’s team wasn’t rescued by the Canadian police, he wouldn’t lose face before Officer Anji.

Xiao Shen really is a good person—his appearance was perfectly timed.

Wang Ming thought to himself.

Otherwise, when he met Officer Anji next, he wouldn’t know how to face him—he’d be mortified.

Then Wang Ming quickly said, “Can you let Xiao Shen speak to me?”

Hearing this, Kong Wu looked at Xiao Yi, seeking his opinion.

He hadn’t avoided speaking in front of others, so Xiao Yi had clearly heard everything.

Seeing Wang Ming’s request, Xiao Yi nodded slightly to Kong Wu.

Seeing this, Kong Wu was delighted—if Xiao Yi had refused, he’d have been stuck.

He immediately handed the walkie-talkie to Xiao Yi.

“Wang Zong, hello. I’m Xiao Yi. Aside from Leader Kong’s injury, everyone else is fine.”

Taking the walkie-talkie, Xiao Yi briefly summarized the situation to Wang Ming.

Hearing Xiao Yi’s voice clearly, Wang Ming quickly replied,

“Thank you so much, Xiao Shen, for saving Leader Kong’s team. Our rescue team didn’t help you at all—we only added trouble. I’m truly ashamed.”

Hearing this, Xiao Yi felt a headache coming—he hated this kind of situation.

He could tell Wang Ming was just speaking formalities.

Still, Xiao Yi replied politely,

“I just happened to be nearby and heard the howling, so I came to check. No trouble at all—but Leader Kong’s wound is serious and needs prompt medical treatment.”

Wang Ming realized Xiao Yi didn’t want to chat further—he was focused on Kong Wu’s injury, so he quickly said,

“Don’t worry, Xiao Shen. The Canadian rescue team is close, and our own team, led by Captain Yan, is already on the way—with professional doctors. They’ll give Leader Kong the best care.”

Xiao Shen, rest assured! The Maple Country rescue team should be nearby, and our own rescue team, led by Captain Yan, has already arrived—they all have professional doctors on hand and will certainly give Group Leader Kong the best treatment.

Seeing Xiao Yi remain silent, Wang Ming asked again,

“Xiao Shen, would you like to return with the rescue team to our headquarters? Rest up a bit.”

Though he didn’t know how the wolf pack had been driven off, Wang Ming knew a fierce battle must have occurred.

Before coming, Li Zong had repeatedly warned him: Xiao Yi must not be injured.

Honestly, Wang Ming now only wanted Xiao Yi within sight until he safely delivered him back to base.

As for rescuing Shen Meng’s team, let the professionals handle it.

Thinking of the dangers Xiao Yi had just faced, Wang Ming forgot how grateful he’d been moments ago.

Hearing this, Xiao Yi paused, then replied,

“Sorry, Wang Zong, I won’t rest. I’m fine here, and Shen Meng’s team still has no news—I still want to search for them alone.”

"Sorry, Mr. Wang, no need for rest—I'm fine here, and Captain Shen and the others still haven't been heard from; I'd still like to search alone for a way to rescue them."

This was exactly what Xiao Yi was thinking—two days had passed, and there was still no word from Shen Meng and the others. To be honest, Xiao Yi was growing desperate.

Seeing Xiao Yi say this, Wang Ming felt a pang of regret.

But he couldn’t force Xiao Yi to return with him, so he spoke next.

“In that case, Xiao Shen, take care of yourself out there—be careful!”

After that, the two said no more, and Xiao Yi returned the radio to Group Leader Kong.

Not long after, Group Leader Kong ended his call with Wang Ming.

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“Mr. Wang, is Group Leader Kong safe?”

After Wang Ming hung up, those around him gathered close, and someone asked eagerly.

Everyone had heard Wang Ming’s conversation with Group Leader Kong and Xiao Yi.

Hearing this, Wang Ming smiled and nodded.

“Safe. Xiao Shen just happened to appear nearby and saved Group Leader Kong and the others.”

“Then let’s tell Captain Yan and the others right away!”

Hearing Wang Ming say this, someone nearby reminded him.

At this, Wang Ming snapped to attention and quickly said, “Connect me to Captain Yan.”

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“Xiao Shen, I’m Xiao Feng, your fan—can I get a photo with you?”

“Xiao Shen, I’m Qi Qi…”

“Xiao Shen, I’m Xiao Liang…”

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Xiao Yi didn’t know what was happening with Wang Ming, but he was overwhelmed by the rescue team’s enthusiasm.

Group Leader Kong, standing beside him, noticed Xiao Yi’s discomfort and quickly stepped in to defuse the situation.

“You lot—if you want Xiao Shen’s autograph or a photo, wait until we’re out of this wilderness! And aren’t you forgetting about me, the injured man here?”

Hearing this, everyone sheepishly rubbed the backs of their heads.

“Come on—let’s head to my tent first. I wonder how Maojiao Kuang and Little Lynx are doing?”

At this, Xiao Yi spoke up—he was genuinely worried about the two little creatures.

After all, he’d rushed in, tossed them into the tent, and immediately entered the coniferous forest with axe and dagger.

Hearing Xiao Yi say this, everyone nodded—they knew Group Leader Kong’s arm wound needed urgent treatment.

Then the group of eight headed toward the edge of the coniferous forest.

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“The gunshots and wolf howls have both stopped—where do we go next to search?”

At this, someone frowned and asked Officer Anji.

Just moments ago, the gunshots and wolf howls had vanished all at once.

Now, the Maple Country police rescue team had entered the coniferous forest.

They’d been using the wolf howls to locate Group Leader Kong’s position.

But with the gunshots and howls gone, the rescue team had lost all sense of their exact location.

“Straight ahead—the wolf howls came from right up ahead. They must still be there.”

After a moment’s thought, Anji spoke firmly.

The sudden silence of gunshots and wolf howls meant only two possibilities.

One: Xiao Yi and the rescue team had eliminated the wolf pack together.

The other: the wolf pack had killed the rescue team and Xiao Yi.

But Anji found the second impossible.

He knew Xiao Yi too well—he didn’t believe that monstrous Chinese man could be taken down by a mere wolf pack.

So it was far more likely that the man had already rescued the team.

Still, Anji wanted to reach the original location to see exactly what had happened.

Hearing Anji say this, the rescue team had no objections.

After all, their superior had already declared Anji the leader of this operation.

So Anji’s words were orders.

The rescue team continued forward.

Three more minutes passed, when suddenly a rescue team member shouted.

“Footprints here—multiple sets, but they’re heading out of the coniferous forest.”

Hearing this, Anji hurried over.

Seeing the footprints, Anji knew his earlier guess was correct.

They must have missed Xiao Yi’s group earlier—their paths had diverged, or they would have crossed paths.