After everyone had finished packing up, Zhao Han suggested some hot chocolate to perk them up. Little Illusion immediately agreed.
A foodie by nature, she quickly lit a small fire at the edge of the camp and began heating drinks.
Tyler looked at the steaming coffee pot and asked doubtfully, "Do you think those villagers will be willing to help us?"
Lisa smiled faintly. "As long as we show them our sincerity, I believe they will."
At that moment, Zhao Han stood up and clapped her hands. "All right, is everyone ready? Let's go!"
After passing through the dense forest, the group finally arrived at a legendary village.
The buildings here looked both ancient and mysterious.
The villagers watched this group of foreign adventurers with curious eyes.
Their gazes appeared simple and honest.
An elderly, white-haired man stepped forward and slowly said, "Welcome to our village. Where do you come from?"
Zhao Han stepped forward with a smile. "We come from afar. We're searching for clues about a stone monument and hope you can offer us some guidance."
The elder stroked his beard. "You mean that stone monument."
"There are indeed some ancient legends, but you must show respect for and understanding of nature before I can tell you more."
"Mm, you mean pay more, right? I get it." Little Illusion blinked her big eyes and produced a huge pile of gold coins.
The villagers' expressions immediately changed.
The elder's expression changed as well, and he instantly smiled. "All right, I'll tell you now..."
After he finished speaking, he took only two gold coins. "All right, take the rest back with you."
Little Illusion stretched out her hand, and the gold coins vanished again.
Armed with the information, Zhao Han and Little Illusion led their small expedition team back toward