Enlisted in the Black Tiger Army

"This is a long story. After I escaped from the mine back then, I was unable to return to the human race in time. Instead, I accidentally ended up in beastfolk territory, where I remained for more than ten years before finally making my way back to the human race."

After hearing her explanation, the guard's expression eased somewhat.

"I see. Since you overcame countless hardships and traveled thousands of miles from beastfolk territory back to the human race, you clearly did not intend to become a deserter. But the law shows no mercy. I'm afraid you'll have to come with us to Crane City.

"Once we reach Crane City and you explain the circumstances, perhaps you may be spared punishment."

As he spoke, he took out a purple talisman. "To prevent any mishap, I will seal your spiritual power. It will only be unsealed upon arrival in Crane City. I hope you will not resist."

Xu Chunniang's gaze fell on the talisman in his hand. The powerful sealing force within it was no weaker than the strange iron ring from the mine all those years ago. It was clearly a sixth-grade sealing talisman.

Seeing that Xu Chunniang showed no intention of resisting, the Sky-Gazing Hound grew anxious.

"Girl Xu, this is no ordinary talisman. Once you are sealed by it, forget divine abilities and the power of laws—even a thread of spiritual energy or divine sense will be beyond your use. Are you truly not going to resist? Think this through carefully."

Xu Chunniang said nothing, merely sending back a strand of divine sense.

*I am only going with him to Crane City to receive punishment. If I truly resist, it would be no different from taking the initiative to stand against the human race and confirming the charge