Seeing that faint trace of wariness deep in Tang Xiaoli's eyes, Bi Fan merely smiled. He felt no resentment.
In his view, it was impossible to place complete trust in someone they had known for barely the time it took to burn a stick of incense. Although Tang Yunting's Soul Power was formidable, going deep into enemy territory alone was a major military taboo. It was only natural for Tang Xiaoli to worry.
It also showed that this fiery-tempered young woman was forthright, not foolish.
Ling Xiaoxiao stood off to the side, her expression calm. Her thoughts were much the same as Bi Fan's.
Tang Yunting gave a helpless smile and patted his younger sister's head. "Don't worry. It'll be fine. I think the Golden Crow Clan's character is trustworthy."
Tang Xiaoli's delicate brows drew together slightly. After a moment's hesitation, she finally nodded. "All right, then. Be careful."
She lifted her chin and said coldly to Bi Fan, "I hope you won't betray my brother's trust!"
He gave a wry smile and nodded without saying anything. At a time like this, silently accepting her warning was probably the best response.
They didn't linger. With Ling Xiaoxiao leading the way, the three figures shot toward the distant depths. In the blink of an eye, their auras had vanished without a trace.
Jin Shanshan watched the fleeting figures pass by and froze for a moment. When he turned back, Bi Fan had already disappeared. Frowning slightly, he asked, "Were that big brother and Little Ancestor Aunt? Where are they going?"
Tang Xiaoli snorted. "My brother went too! Somewhere you can't go, anyway."
Jin Shanshan knew this young woman was no easy mark either. He nodded sheepishly and quietly took two steps back, saying nothing more.
Seeing how timid he looked, Tang