"Dark Water appears, Star Stones emerge? Where did you hear that?" the wooden-hairpin woman asked with a frown.
"My ancestors have studied these Silent Star Stones for several generations, so I know a little more than ordinary people." Zhao Yuanjun spoke with an open, candid expression.
"Regardless of who researched it, since the Dark Water has appeared, tell us this—where are the Silent Star Stones?" Zuo Xian rubbed his hands together, looking expectant.
"You mean the Star-Eyed Stonefish will appear in the Dark Water?" Old Monster Huang asked with narrowed eyes.
"Exactly. On the night of the full moon, when the starlight is at its richest, the Star-Eyed Stonefish swallows the essence of the stars and moon. People say that Star-Eyed Stonefish only appear in Silent Star Lake, but they do not know that Star-Eyed Stonefish favor the Dark Water." Light flickered in Zhao Yuanjun's eyes, making him look rather like a wise man.
"Heh, Fellow Daoist Zhao, though you came later than us, you certainly know quite a lot about the Silent Star Stones and Star-Eyed Stonefish. Since that is the case, why did you come with us to search for these Star-Eyed Stonefish?" Zuo Xian studied Zhao Yuanjun warily.
"Of course, it is because my strength is insufficient. I am not yet capable of dealing with the Star-Eyed Stonefish. Moreover, Silent Star Lake is vast beyond measure. With only myself, finding the Dark Water would be extremely difficult. Besides, Star-Eyed Stonefish have multiple pairs of eyes. Once their eyes fall, they become Silent Star Stones. I only need the share I am entitled to and do not demand more. Since I am relying on the strength of all of you fellow Daoists, that is only right and proper." Zhao Yuanjun explained.
Zuo Xian snorted twice and said no