Inviting Helpers

Outside the tavern, three men and three women waited quietly. Six vast, powerful auras spread out around them, rippling through the area. The commotion drew plenty of attention, especially the terrifying pressure created by their gathered presence, which left passersby struggling to breathe.

"Everyone, since you accepted the mission, you understand the purpose of this journey, yes? Once we enter the Cold Palace Tomb, if anything unexpected happens, we may have to face the five great families. Are you prepared for that?"

"Hahaha! Rest assured, three Masters. They are merely the five great families. Even if it is Blood River Heavenly Buddha himself, we will not fear him."

"Since we accepted the commission, we have signed a contract. This time, we will certainly protect your safety."

The three men and three women all smiled and nodded at Bai Yu's words.

Although Bai Yu and Li Shuyu appeared far too young, their sharp auras told the six that the backgrounds of these three were anything but simple.

Especially Bai Yu—he actually had an eighth-grade high-tier alchemist guarding his path. And the reward promised to them was an eighth-grade high-tier Dao Integration Heavenly Venerable Pill!

The Dao Integration Heavenly Venerable Pill could allow an Integrated Body cultivator to break through one level without any side effects. For those at the Integrated Body Peak Stage, it could even increase their chances of breaking through!

For cultivators, such a pill was an opportunity for transformation. Only an eighth-grade high-tier alchemist could refine such a divine treasure.

Yet Luo Shuang at Bai Yu's side could produce so many of them at once. Just what was Bai Yu's true identity?

"Please rest assured, you three. Since Master Luo has paid the reward in advance, we will naturally swear Heavenly Dao oaths. Even if you are interested