Ling Tian and his group were slightly stronger overall than Chi Xue's side. The latter didn't dare fight them head-on, so Ling Tian's group had the initiative. They could reach the center of this Small World ahead of time. That would let them wait at their leisure and set up some powerful formations and restrictions. If they managed to get them in place, facing Chi Xue's side again later would be much easier.
Fairy Sword Ji, Fei Peng, and the others had no objections. The group headed eagerly toward the center of the Small World. Having heard the earlier analysis, they didn't let their guard down and proceeded cautiously, watching out for a surprise attack from Chi Xue and the others.
Of course, Gu Ao, Fairy Sword Ji, and the others were practically hoping Chi Xue's side would launch a surprise attack. That way, they could eliminate them early and avenge the sect members they had lost earlier.
As they flew toward the center of the Small World, Po Qiong's voice sounded in Ling Tian's mind. "Ling Tian, your side is already stronger overall than Chi Xue's. Why are you still planning to set up formations and restrictions in the center of this Small World?"
Without waiting for Ling Tian to answer, he continued, "If you successfully set up powerful formations and restrictions, then after you eliminate Chi Xue and the others, more cultivators will be left on your side. That'll make it even harder for you to ensure Bi Yun passes the trial."
Indeed, the best approach for Ling Tian and the others would be to fight Chi Xue's side while they were only slightly stronger. Once Chi Xue's side had been eliminated, few people would remain on Ling Tian's side. Those who were left wouldn't pose any threat