After clinging to each other lovingly for several hours and mostly releasing the longing in their hearts, the two finally prepared to return.
But Zhou Sichen had no intention of leaving just like that. Such an opportunity was exceedingly rare. Although he had yet to obtain his Fourth Soul Ring, he was confident he could pass through the Jade Phosphor Nine Absolutes Flower poison miasma.
Zhou Sichen said to Ye Guyi, "Elder Sister, take this Medusa back to the academy first. I'll stay behind and see if I can find a suitable Fourth Soul Ring."
Hearing this, the perceptive Ye Guyi instantly understood something, though she still hesitated. "Do you really not need my help?"
Zhou Sichen smiled faintly. "Of course I want you to stay with me, but the place I'm going is very dangerous. If you go in now, your life may be in danger. I can't guarantee that I'll be able to protect you, so..."
At those words, the light in Ye Guyi's eyes dimmed slightly.
Although Zhou Sichen was three years younger than her, his talent and strength far surpassed hers.
Over the years, Zhou Sichen had always been someone with strong opinions and clear plans. Remembering the promise they had made as children, Ye Guyi had never tried to pry into anything. She simply chose to trust Zhou Sichen.
So, she did not ask what Zhou Sichen was going to do. Yet after learning that her current strength would be of no help to him, she still felt somewhat disappointed.
After a moment of silence, Ye Guyi said seriously, "I understand. I'll cover for you with the teacher. You must be careful on your own and know your limits in everything, understand?"
Zhou Sichen nodded slightly. "I understand."
Ye Guyi stored the Ice Sculpture Medusa