Chen Miao was not surprised by Zhong Cai's words. When he found Zhong Cai, he had already opened the book and read its contents.
Naturally, he already knew about the "three pagoda tree yin-gathering formation" Zhong Cai later mentioned, as well as how to restore him to normal.
In fact, Chen Miao had already suspected that there was something unusual about that huge pagoda tree.
But he had sensed nothing wrong with it, nor did he understand how any of this worked, so he could not act on a mere suspicion.
Now that they had Zhong Cai, new changes had appeared in the book.
Although the ending was still a total wipeout, Chen Miao had at least caught a glimpse of hope.
"This isn't the place to talk. Let's head back and let Brother Zhong rest for a while before we discuss what to do next."
Since Chen Miao had managed to find Zhong Cai, Qi Ning placed his full trust in him.
He hoisted Zhong Cai onto his back and headed toward the village.
The three did not visit any other houses, instead returning to the one where Chen Miao and Qi Ning had stayed.
When the old man saw them carrying another person back, he did not ask any questions.
As Chen Miao entered, he suddenly asked a question.
"Sir, have you seen him before?"
The old man looked at Zhong Cai's face and shook his head.
"No."
Chen Miao nodded and returned to the room upstairs.
Qi Ning soaked some biscuits in boiling water for Zhong Cai, then fed them to him once they had softened.
Zhong Cai had wanted to recount his experiences, but Chen Miao stopped him.
Chen Miao was in no hurry to have Zhong Cai explain the village's situation to them. Instead, he