"Did she really say that?"
"She did."
Oldest fell into thought. "If that's true, then this is interesting..."
"How so?"
"It's too soon to say, but since you've already attracted the Abyss's attention, I suggest we keep exploring deeper into the ruins."
"Why?"
"These ruins are a part of the Abyss that the Seven Gods split off. We need to call upon the Abyss's will and let these parts return to it."
Oldest continued explaining, "The apocalypse of the Parallel World is devouring the Abyss. At this critical moment, if we help the Abyss reclaim its lost body, we'll be doing it a great favor. The Abyss's will is sure to descend, and it'll observe you again."
"Observe me again..." Gu Qing Shan smiled. "First time's a chance, second time's familiarity. Could the Abyssification happen because I helped it?"
"Not necessarily," Oldest said, "but you have to trust me. This will bring nothing but benefits."
"Benefits? Like the Star Firefly in your hand?"
"Exactly." Oldest's gaze swept over everyone present. "It's good for all of us."
Gu Qing Shan fell silent.
Everyone sank into thought.
They had already encountered Void Gods and a Bizarre Spirit. No one knew what they might run into next.
Whether they should press on was a life-or-death question.
Ye Feili suddenly said, "We're too weak right now. If we can get powerful strength in return, I think it's worth taking a risk."
Zhang Yinghao thought for a moment, then said, "We can take a look, but we need to make sure we're safe first."
At that, everyone looked at Lola.
—Even the Void Gods couldn't detect Lola.
Her ability in this regard had already been reliably confirmed.
Lola said smugly, "You handle the fighting. Leave things like hide-and-seek to your Queen."
Gu Qing Shan made