After hearing Nüwa's analysis, the corners of Bei Ming's lips curled up slightly as he suggested:
"Then let us settle here for the time being and watch how things unfold.
Let us see whether the Phoenix Race can, like the Dragon Clan, unleash a final burst at the end of the road.
If that truly happens, we may be able to seize the opportunity and gain something unexpected."
"Sure." Nüwa's eyes lit up with interest.
"After the Dragon Clan, the Phoenix Race is causing a stir as well. That is rather interesting."
Although conflicts throughout the Primordial Wilderness never ceased, anything involving the overlords of the previous Immeasurable Kalpa was far more worth watching than an ordinary battle.
Moreover, Bei Ming suddenly recalled something. After Nüwa became a saint, her mount seemed to be Jin Ning of the Phoenix Race. She also occasionally rode a Green Phoenix; they were all former members of the Phoenix Race.
There was likely some connection between her and the Phoenix Race to begin with. Otherwise, it would have been rather abrupt for the Phoenix Race to travel all the way from Undying Volcano and volunteer themselves as mounts.
At that thought, Bei Ming waved a hand. Spiritual light intertwined atop the Mountain Peak, and an Elegant Courtyard materialized in an instant.
Blue tiles and white walls stood beside the cliff, bamboo shadows swayed within the courtyard, and spring water murmured softly.
The volcanic aura of roiling flames was shut out, leaving behind a unique tranquility.
"Let us stay here for now."
Nüwa did not refuse and stepped into the courtyard.
The two people thus took up temporary residence on the Mountain Peak, cultivating while observing the Phoenix Race's movements.
At the same time, deep within Undying Volcano, the Phoenix Race's escaping team had already