The three rested together for a while. Only after the scent around them had dispersed did Ang slowly speak. "Before we continue upward, let's visit the Purple-winged Bees' hive first."
Dana's eyes lit up at once. He slapped his thigh excitedly. "Great! I've been waiting for you to say that!"
Linya smiled softly and did not object. Clearly, she was also looking forward to entering the hive again.
"Ang, are we collecting honey again this time?" Dana asked eagerly.
Ang nodded, his tone firm. "Purple-winged Bee honey is naturally a Magic Potion that strengthens soul power. Only by consuming it over a long period can soul power grow steadily, so we should collect as much as possible."
He paused, then added, "Of course, the magical herbs growing near the hive are equally valuable. This is a rare treasure trove. We can't miss it."
Linya nodded gently. "Then when do we leave?"
Ang raised his arm and sniffed it, frowning slightly. "We have to wait until the honey scent on us has completely faded. Otherwise, the Purple-winged Bees will spot us easily."
Dana immediately lowered his head and sniffed himself several times. Confused, he asked, "But I can't smell any honey on me?"
Ang looked at him and chuckled. "Of course you can't smell it on yourself."
With that, he stood up and packed away the tent. Then he took three bottles of scent-hiding potion from his storage pouch and handed them to Dana and Linya. "Apply this to your bodies. It can mask our scent."
The two accepted the potions and followed Ang's instructions, applying the clear liquid to exposed skin such as their wrists and necks.
Only after confirming that both had used it did Ang set up a concealment magic array on the spot, allowing them to wait