Zi Yan's Surprise!

"This... is way too much..."

Watching Gu He collect the medicinal herbs, Zi Yan stood there with her mouth wide open, almost speechless.

The next moment, Zi Yan lowered her head and glanced at the pile of medicinal herbs in her arms, immediately feeling like a country bumpkin.

"What are you standing around for? Let's go!"

Patting Zi Yan's little head, Gu He headed straight for the exit.

"Ah..."

"Master, wait for me!"

With that pat from Gu He, Zi Yan snapped out of her daze and jogged after him.

When they reached the energy barrier again, Gu He did not take out the jade token Su Qian had given him. Instead, he walked directly toward the barrier and passed through without encountering any obstruction.

After seeing Gu He leave like that, Zi Yan was slightly surprised. Then she reached out with her fair little hand and grabbed the energy barrier. After a few flashes, she too passed through without any resistance.

After passing through the energy barrier, Gu He slowly made his way toward the small wooden hut at the end of the corridor. Before he even got close, he heard Elder Huo and Elder Hao talking inside.

"Elder Huo, do you think there's any hope if I ask Elder Gu He to help me refine some pills later?"

"Not today. Elder Gu only just arrived, and he has already helped me refine a pill. If you ask him again now, it would be a little... well... You should wait for another chance to visit him first. Building a good relationship is what matters..."

"You're right. I can't be too hasty!"

Listening to their conversation, a faint smile appeared on Gu He's face.

"Elder Huo! Elder Hao!"

Gu He called out softly. The two men inside immediately looked toward