I was worried about angering it.
If we did, the consequences would be unimaginable.
Of course, we might be able to subdue it, but we would definitely pay a tremendous price.
It was not just me. Old Ghost, Gongshu Yi, Jiang Xiaohui, and Gongshu Wanrong were all nervous as well.
Old Ghost and Gongshu Yi, in particular, both knew of the Earth Dragon's existence.
Old Ghost said softly, "We've traveled this route into the Dark Abyss quite a few times before, but this is the first time I've seen it appear."
Gongshu Yi said, "Could it have something to do with the drastic changes in our two families?"
After thinking for a moment, I said, "No, it should be related to those outsiders. The Earth Dragon has a duty to guard this place as well. Perhaps it sensed the outsiders' presence, which is why it changed."
The Earth Dragon hovered not far in front of us, staring intently at us.
After nearly a minute, it suddenly dove back into the water.
I let out a long breath of relief. It seemed to have understood what I said and knew we were merely passing through, so it did not make things difficult for us.
Old Ghost sighed. "If it truly went berserk, we'd probably all die here."
Jiang Xiaohui said disdainfully, "It's just a Dragon Vein in this place. I refuse to believe it can really trap us."
Old Ghost glanced at Jiang Xiaohui. "Young man, having spirit is a good thing, but overestimating yourself is unwise."
Jiang Xiaohui wanted to argue, but I said, "Enough. Sometimes you really need to learn to rein yourself in. Stop acting as though you're invincible. Sooner or later, you'll suffer a huge loss."
Jiang Xiaohui did not dare argue with me. He gave an