In Po Tian and the others' eyes, their strength was far too inferior to Ling Tian's. In these circumstances, they could hardly do anything to help him. Naturally, Ling Tian wouldn't agree to join forces with them.
Besides, Po Tian and the others assumed that Ling Tian was worried Chi Xue and the others would find all the Saint-grade Heavenly Treasures before him and turn in the mission first. That would mean Hua Min'er and the others would surely die. Just for that reason alone, Ling Tian would do everything he could to kill Chi Xue and his group. In other words, seeking him out now would be no different from walking into a death trap.
Yet Chi Xue's expression turned thoughtful, with a hint of interest. This left Po Tian and the others both puzzled and hopeful. They knew Chi Xue could see things they couldn't. If he thought there was a chance of joining forces, perhaps it really was possible. Considering the benefits they might gain by teaming up with Ling Tian, they couldn't help looking forward to it. They had watched Ling Tian create one miracle after another, so they instinctively believed he could accomplish what they couldn't—especially since he was so much stronger than they were.
They had expected Chi Xue to explain, but he remained deep in thought, showing no sign of speaking. The others realized he was mulling it over, so they didn't disturb him. Instead, they continued to analyze the situation.
"As long as we can help Ling Tian, there's a chance he'll join forces with us. Especially since we all need to rescue our loved ones from the Lord of the Universe—that gives us common ground..." Shi Ying began, but before she could finish, someone cut her off.
"But our strength is