All the students in the spectator stands stared at Mo Fan in shock. An eerie silence hung in the air as they gradually recalled the fear of living under the Demon King's shadow.
Mo Fan paid no attention to their astonished gazes. Once the Lava Wyvern shrank and flew back onto his head, he ignored his teammates' calls and walked straight off the arena platform.
He entered the Competitors' Corridor and spotted Mo Xie leaning against the wall with his arms folded. He immediately spoke in alarm.
"Brother, something's wrong! Monkey's in trouble!"
"I know. I already calmed Xiaoyu down just now. Let's head to the Ancient Capital."
Mo Xie stepped forward and patted Mo Fan's shoulder. Seeing how panicked he was, he reassured him.
"Relax. Xiaohou's a survivor. He won't die that easily."
"Yeah."
The two had just left the venue when a familiar voice rang out behind them, followed by a figure running over.
"Mo Xie! Mo Fan!"
Xu Zhaoting hurried up to them, his face full of anxiety, and hastily asked.
"You know something happened to Zhang Xiaohou, right?"
"Yes. We're heading to the Ancient Capital. We'll find him alive, or bring back his body."
Seeing the serious expressions on Mo Xie's and Mo Fan's faces, Xu Zhaoting took a few breaths, made up his mind, and said with a smile.
"Count me in. I'm Xiaohou's friend too, after all. I should help look for him. Besides, I'd like to visit my old friends in the Ancient Capital."
Mo Xie considered it for a moment, then agreed.
Xu Zhaoting was no weakling now. With Mo Xie's guidance and help, his primary Lightning Element had reached intermediate level 3, while his secondary Wind Element had reached intermediate level second rank. With top-grade spirit lightning strengthening him as well,