Heading to Bel'Veth

Upon hearing Kassadin's reply, Yuan Chen shook his head helplessly.

The reason he asked this question was quite simple. According to the Dawn Mark's tracking, the direction he was pointing was the direction Rek'Sai had fled in.

And it's clear that Rek'Sai is currently on its way to Bel'Veth.

In other words, even without the existence of revelation, Yuan Chen would most likely still end up going to Bel'Veth.

Whether it's the age discrepancy between Kai'Sa and Kassadin that contradicts historical records, or Rek'Sai to Bel'Veth that might trigger a new wave of disaster, these are issues that Yuan Chen needs to actively address.

Kai'Sa's lore says she lives in the southern desert of Shurima, while Kassadin's lore says they live in a village in the southern valley of Shurima.

While the exact location is uncertain, it is definitely not Bel'Veth... and if I remember correctly, Bel'Veth, according to the normal timeline, should have been devoured by the Void Empress only after Kai'Sa had grown sufficiently.

This place is full of mysteries...

Yuan Chen knew that even if he found Nasus, it would be useless if he didn't solve these mysteries... because the out-of-control corrective force would continuously reduce the traces left by time travelers through the world's processes themselves.

The reason why [Revelation] was able to be preserved is because the future or past self left a lot of useless information on that book, so that the only real and effective information came to Yuan Chen's eyes in the present day in the form of a spell without any loss.

"Then let's travel together."

Yuan Chen turned his gaze to Kassadin beside him. "I will pay an equivalent reward and provide protection in the process."

Upon hearing this, Kassadin nodded eagerly and said, "No need for any reward! Rather, I am already extremely grateful for your willingness to provide protection!"

Kassadin didn't say these things to curry favor with Yuan Chen... perhaps that was part of it, but it was mostly out of genuine sincerity. After all, anyone who lives in the desert knows very well the kind of help a strong person's protection can provide.

Especially considering this powerful individual was capable of personally defeating an Ek'Sharei and a large number of Xer'sai Beasts. Under normal circumstances, even caravans would have to pay a hefty sum to hire him... In comparison, the adventurers who hired him were simply not trustworthy.

Thinking this, Kassadin's face showed a hint of helplessness— Shurima's history and mystery destined it to attract a large number of adventurers and archaeologists. And these people, who were completely unaware of the dangers hidden beneath the desert, were often the guides' biggest headaches.

Just now, seeing that the battle here was over, the group of teenage adventurers dressed in simple leather armor immediately ran over excitedly.

Earlier, Kassadin had told them to stay put. Now that it was safe, and unable to contain their curiosity, they practically flew over.

Unfortunately, stamina and endurance alone are not enough to walk in the desert. Anyone who has been to a beach or other soft sandy terrain should understand this.

Without stable support, the desert or snowdrifts absorb a lot of force, making it difficult for people to walk.

This is because, although these adventurers are all professionals and their levels are slightly higher than Kassadin's, their movement speed in the desert is only two-thirds that of Kassadin.

Based on this alone, Yuan Chen was certain that they were complete amateurs... You know, even the adventurous Ezreal would do thorough preparation and survival training before embarking on an adventure.

To be honest, I was originally planning to ask Little Yellow Hair, an archaeology expert, to come to Shurima to help out. But now it seems that in this world with its messed-up timeline, it's better not to ask anyone for help.

While Yuan Chen was still thinking, Kassadin, who was standing next to him, also realized what was happening and then asked Yuan Chen with some curiosity:

"Speaking of which, why did you go to Bel'Veth? Although it's just a guess, judging from the direction you came from, you must be heading to the other side."

Kassadin pointed to the other side, which was the direction Yuan Chen had originally been heading. It wasn't exactly the same direction as the direction Yuan Chen was going to, Bel'Veth, but it was completely opposite.

Upon hearing this, Yuan Chen glanced at Kassadin, whose face was full of curiosity, and then said calmly, "Rek'Sai is running in that direction."

Upon hearing Yuan Chen's words, Kassadin was stunned at first, and when he realized what was happening, his face turned deathly pale at a visible speed.

"Rex... Rek'Sai? Yes, it's that one..."

"Yes, the queen of the Xer'sai beast pack."

Yuan Chen narrowed his eyes and said, "She's severely injured right now, and this is my only chance to eliminate her. If I miss this opportunity, who knows when the next one will come... Let's move forward. Don't give her too many chances to devour matter. As someone born in this desert, you should know what I mean."

Upon hearing this, Kassadin swallowed hard, his eyes filled with a mixture of tension, despair, fear, and worry.

Taking a deep breath, Kassadin quickly said, "I know a shortcut, but it's rather dangerous!"

"Then this is the way."

Having received confirmation, Kassadin took a deep breath, then strapped on the desert boots that the bandits had previously used. After quickly getting his bearings, he swiftly departed.

As a guide, Kassadin was naturally skilled with all the tools available in the desert. However, in order to meet the demands of his employers, Kassadin often had to slow down his pace to allow these adventurers to satisfy their desire for exploration and hiking.

But things are different now. The thought of his wife and daughter potentially facing an attack from the Sand Queen at any moment makes Kassadin oblivious to employers or adventurers; all he wants is to get back to his family as quickly as possible and take them away from this dangerous place!

The three adventurers, who had just run over from the other side, saw their guide leave without looking back. For a moment, they were somewhat bewildered, even dumbfounded.

Seeing this, Yuan Chen shook his head, then waved his hand twice, and a piece of shale rose up from beneath the feet of the three adventurers.

"How's your floating stone technique coming along?" Yuan Chen turned his gaze to Taliyah was standing to the side.

Upon hearing the teacher's question, Taliyah glanced enviously at the rock beneath the adventurer's feet, then said, "I'm fine on my own, but I can't bring anyone with me..."

"That's enough. Keep up."

As soon as he finished speaking, Yuan Chen took a step forward, and the yellow sand beneath his feet seemed to come alive.

Each step covered ten meters, as if shrinking the earth to an inch, propelling Yuan Chen forward at an astonishing speed.