The guardians of the Far North and the Far South cast a cold glance at Deadman Peak, lingering a few seconds longer on Yanyue, Shan Yue Ru, and Wen Jiu without much suspicion, even when spotting young men barely in their twenties.
"Now that the Soul-devouring Ghost Qi has begun to dissipate and the prohibition has been lifted, there's no need to protect them anymore. As it's a matter concerning your Far West, you should take the lead." The cyan-robed Foundation Establishment Elder Cultivator spoke coldly.
Eastern Celestial City hesitated, reluctant to agree. The two wanted him to take the lead, clearly fearing the Soul-devouring Ghost Qi and wishing for him to scout the way. Danger wasn't the issue, but if he indeed went with the two, and the Soul-devouring Ghost Qi automatically avoided them, it would be indefensible.
"This..." Eastern Celestial City couldn't help but glance at Ye Chen and the others.
Of course.
Most importantly, he looked at Wen Jiu.
