Attack in the Forest

Qing Youzi hesitated slightly, but when he thought of Xu Qing's strength and potential, he spoke frankly:

"That batch of materials is crucial for refining a certain high-grade medicinal pill and is of extraordinary significance to Qing You Pavilion.

Although the delivery route is secret, bandits run rampant. Our pavilion has many experts, but our manpower is ultimately limited, and it is difficult to guarantee absolute safety."

"Is that all?" Xu Qing asked with a half-smile.

Qing Youzi smiled helplessly. "I can't hide it from you. We did receive word that someone would target us. To be safe, we split the shipment into four routes.

But Brother Xu is an outsider, so I wanted you to escort one of them, just in case."

Xu Qing nodded, then asked, "Then why choose me? The Nether Ghost Market is filled with experts. Surely there are plenty of people willing to lend a hand."

Qing Youzi replied, "Fellow Daoist Xu, you may not know that Qing You Pavilion has always been extremely cautious when choosing people.

Your strength and potential, as well as the wisdom and decisiveness you displayed at the ghost market earlier, all convinced us that you were the most suitable candidate.

Besides, the materials you need are nothing to us. Giving them to you can be considered the beginning of a good relationship."

Xu Qing's heart stirred. Qing Youzi's words did make some sense.

Moreover, if he could obtain materials for the formation this way, it would make up for his shortage of source stones.

After pondering for a moment, he finally made up his mind. "Fine, I agree. But I have several conditions."

Delight appeared on Qing Youzi's face. "Please, Fellow Daoist Xu."

Xu Qing said, "First, I want to know the specific details of this mission and the