"So, for the time being, we can't go back." After a long while, Purple Extreme broke the silence.
Lu Ye nodded. "The information Old Tree sent was incomplete, but he meant for us to seize this opportunity to grow as strong as possible. As for when we can return... I'll look for more chances to communicate with Old Tree. When the time comes, we'll naturally know."
The Star Abyss Gate should open within a few years. Before then, the team had to return to the starry sky; otherwise, if they waited until the Star Abyss Gate opened before going back, it would be too late.
"Then what we need to do now is simple." Nine Radiance's voice rang out. "Hunt those Star Abyss creatures, obtain more Dao Bones, and increase our strength!"
Lu Ye nodded. "Speaking of that, I just tested it. Those Star Abyss creatures outside should have received Yin Luo's instructions. If we don't provoke them, they won't attack us proactively. But if we strike first, they'll retaliate."
Chen Wulei said, "That may be the case for you, but not necessarily for us..."
This was clear enough from Uncle Duan and Yin Luo's differing attitudes toward everyone earlier. The others had only survived because Lu Ye had threatened to kill himself, forcing Yin Luo to abandon the idea of eating them.
Yin Luo was absolutely willing to take care of Lu Ye, but no one could say what treatment the others would receive.
"It doesn't really matter." Chong Yue chuckled. "Those guys outside weren't peacefully coexisting to begin with. Everywhere is filled with conflict and slaughter. Even if they attack us, we're not made of mud. This environment is actually better suited for us to improve ourselves. As long as we're careful enough, if we can't win, we