Everyone wanted to team up with Li Mu Yang, which put Yang Xiao Hu in a difficult position.
He cleared his throat and said, "Students, I don't object to all of you forming teams together, but I think groups of two or three would be best. That way, you can deal with any dangers you might encounter in the illusionary realm together, look after one another, and make it easier to divide up whatever you gain in the end. Otherwise, if everyone makes the trip to the illusionary realm only to return empty-handed, you'll surely feel disappointed. Wouldn't you agree?"
Yang Xiao Hu looked at Li Mu Yang and said, "Student Mu Yang, you should decide. Who do you want to team up with?"
Li Mu Yang glanced at Lu Qiji. He knew this woman intended to take advantage of teaming up with him to strike. The illusionary realm was a dangerous place. If she killed him inside, no one would really be able to accuse her of anything, and she could also keep the secret that he was a phoenix hidden forever.
Lu Qiji looked over as well. Her gaze was indifferent and cold, revealing none of her current emotions.
As for Tie Mu Xin and Cai Pa, Li Mu Yang could only apologetically tell the two of them that he was sorry.
Li Mu Yang looked at Yang Xiao Hu and said, "To be honest, Teacher Yang, I already made an agreement with Qian Du and Lin Cang Hai to form a team of three and enter the Weak Water Realm together. A gentleman's promise is worth a thousand pieces of gold. Since I've given my word, I can't casually go back on it."
"Exactly." Lin Cang Hai wore a smug look, delighted by his own foresight. If