Xiao Ling's words naturally made sense.
Yao Chen was currently at Starfall Pavilion, uninvolved in the turmoil and living a leisurely life. He had plenty of free time.
If Xiao Ling encountered an accident or a predicament he could not resolve while outside, Yao Chen, a Three-star Dou Sheng, would be a powerful support who could lend him a hand.
Although Yao Chen might not be assured of victory against the three Dou Sheng Dragon Kings working together based on strength alone, he should still be able to protect Zi Yan and ensure her safe escape.
Listening to Xiao Ling's somewhat baffling words, Elder Zhu Li's brows furrowed almost imperceptibly, and a trace of confusion and curiosity arose within him.
However, seeing that Xiao Ling's expression remained perfectly normal, with no sign of deception, Elder Zhu Li swallowed the question that had reached his lips and ultimately did not ask.
After a brief moment of thought, Elder Zhu Li said calmly, "In that case, young friend, accompany me to Her Highness the Princess's place of seclusion. As you mentioned earlier, let us first set up the formation that isolates one's aura, so that the Princess may cultivate with greater peace of mind."
Hearing Elder Zhu Li bring this up, Xiao Ling naturally nodded. Seeing that he had nothing important to do at present, he said, "That suits me perfectly. I happen to have some free time, so let's settle this first."
With that, the two did not delay any longer. They rose from their seats at the same time and walked side by side toward the hall entrance.
Pushing open the heavy doors, their figures flashed. One red and one purple, they each transformed into streams of light and swiftly shot toward the depths of Ancient Dragon Island, toward Zi