Ban Lan had originally thought it would take at least a day or two to get results, but unexpectedly, he received a definite reply after only one xia hour. He knew that it was precisely because he belonged to the Guardian of Rectitude's station that he could receive such immense support.
At the same time, he knew that he had to uncover an answer this time. If he could not atone for his crimes through merit, then he would likely have no choice but to take a trip to prison.
He solemnly instructed He Li, "Retrieve the items quickly. Once everything is ready, we set off immediately."
He Li also sensed the change in his mood. With a grave expression, he answered yes, then immediately went down to make arrangements.
Since everything was being drawn directly from Fu Prefecture's treasury, effectively requisitioned on the spot, it took only half a xia hour for all preparations to be completed.
Ban Lan did not delay any longer. He immediately took He Li aboard a moving flying vessel and soared into the sky, following the guidance of that talisman deep into the dense forest.
It could be seen that the direction indicated by the talisman was almost identical to the location of the pattern they had found that day, both pointing southeast. Yet several days later, the talisman suddenly underwent a certain deviation.
He Li's expression tightened. "Sir, this means that person is changing locations. Could he have discovered something?"
Ban Lan rose and looked around. "Not necessarily. The Turbid Tide here is far denser than where we were before. The deviation we sense may not be a true deviation."
In places where the Turbid Tide was dense, no perception could be guaranteed real. It was reasonable for the other party to hide