Only after returning to Qingce Manor did Chen Guan learn that he had spent half a month underground. Had they not known that no one could threaten him, Zi Yan and the others would probably have been unable to sit still long ago.
When they saw Bodhi appear alongside Chen Guan, everyone's reactions were equally amusing. Judging by their appearances, Bodhi looked like Chen Guan's biological brother.
After Chen Guan explained, everyone gradually calmed down. Yun Yun, Xuan Kongzi, and the others then solemnly thanked Bodhi.
Without exception, they had all received some benefits from the Bodhi Ancient Tree. Though those benefits had come through Chen Guan, it was only natural for them to feel grateful upon meeting the true source.
"Alright, we're all family. No need to be so formal. Teacher, send word to Gu Yuan. In three days, I'll open the Ancient Emperor's Cave. Zi Yan, return to Dragon Island and notify Old Man Kong and the others. It's time to welcome the Old Dragon Emperor back."
Although Gu Yuan had acted secretly, Chen Guan could still sense that he had been watching this place in the shadows. Clearly, Gu Yuan would not miss the opening of the Ancient Emperor's Cave.
Even if he were not informed, he would surely go.
Since that was the case, Chen Guan might as well give him an excuse.
"Alright!" Xuan Kongzi answered.
Zi Yan also nodded heavily.
After so long, she no longer truly held any resentment toward the Old Dragon Emperor. She simply refused to admit it aloud.
Everyone could see that.
Day and night alternated, and three cycles passed in the blink of an eye.
At the former site of the Inner Academy of Jia Nan Academy, rolling magma stretched out in a sea of crimson.
Suddenly, a