Encountering an Evil Thing on the Road!
After arriving at Monarch's Slope, the Gu family disciples gathered briefly to familiarize themselves with the surroundings before heading out in groups of three or five to search for treasures. Of course, during these first few days, they probably wouldn't venture too far from camp.
Gu Rong and Lin Bai walked through the forest, one ahead of the other.
Ever since the crow had arrived at Monarch's Slope, it had kept its head tilted, as though deep in thought. Lin Bai knew that whenever the crow wore that expression, it was surely racking its brains over something, so he didn't disturb it. It wasn't easy for the crow to recall anything at all.
"Uncle Hong Ding is really worrying over nothing. I don't need anyone to look after me." After walking for a while without once looking back at Lin Bai, Gu Rong spoke in a distant tone. She understood perfectly well why Lin Bai was following her—it was most likely because of Hong Ding's request.
"Do you want to search for treasures on your own?" Lin Bai asked slowly. In truth, he really wanted to search for treasures alone. After all, having several people together would tie his hands and feet, making it difficult to use many of his abilities.
Gu Rong nodded slightly. "All these years, I haven't had anyone looking after me, and haven't I survived all this time?"
Lin Bai smiled. He recalled that Gu Rong's relationship with the Gu family disciples had indeed never been very good. To have made it this far, Gu Rong probably had quite a few tricks of her own.
"All right, then. I won't follow you, but I'll leave a few measures on you..."
Lin Bai chuckled. Gu Rong immediately grew wary. Her