"These blood demons came for the Great Sun Crystal as well."
Ye Xiu sounded as though he were asking a question, yet his tone was utterly certain.
"Most likely. They have firmly seized control of the massive mine tunnels within and begun clearing out every cultivator who dares approach. The cultivators lingering nearby now are all trying to sneak in and mine Great Sun Crystals."
Xu Qing nodded as he spoke.
"Tell me what you think."
Ye Xiu had come with the intention of tempering his junior to some extent. As for testing the power of Dao principles, whenever he reached a place that did not belong to him, he could simply make a mess of things.
"This disciple believes it would be better to first join up with the cultivators gathered here, then make our decision."
Xu Qing's answer was as steady as ever.
"Purely speaking of our objective, we came here to open up new production and sales channels, while also ensuring that the value of Razor-Gold Spider materials does not decline."
"Sooner or later, we will have to place our bets and support someone. Since things are chaotic now, we should make more contacts. Perhaps we may find someone worth investing in, raise him up, and make him the Alliance's springboard here. That would be the best choice."
Xu Qing spoke calmly, yet even Ye Xiu could not help nodding in approval at the careful thought behind his words.
"Then we shall do as you say."
"Right."
Seeing Xu Qing turn to leave, Ye Xiu stepped forward and called him back.
"What are your instructions, sir?"
"My purpose in coming here is essentially to serve as a final safeguard. The main training is still yours. Unless necessary, I will not make a move."
"So from now on,