Watching from the side, You Xiaoli's gaze softened a little before turning wary again. She said to Yun Che, "Ancient ruins usually come with unknown dangers, especially ones that appear so suddenly. There are probably plenty of restrictions and traps inside. We need to be careful."
Yun Che grunted in acknowledgment, his gaze sharpening. "The route marked on the map should be a safe path explored by the tribe's ancestors. But with this sudden disturbance in the ruins, no one knows what has changed inside. Once we enter, we'll find Asa and the others first, then look for clues about the Seven Sins Masks."
Seeing them prepare to leave, A Xiba warned them again. "Lord Yun, the cold deep within the ruins erodes the soul. Even Supreme Realm experts must exercise caution. You..." He glanced at Ling Xue in Yun Che's arms, hesitating to finish.
Understanding his concern, Yun Che replied, "Don't worry, Chief. Little Xue has a special constitution. The cold can't hurt her. We'll be extra careful."
With that, he picked up Ling Xue and flew toward the enormous ice crevice marked on the map, with You Xiaoli following close behind.
A Xiba remained where he stood, watching them leave. He sighed softly, formed a strange set of hand seals, and murmured under his breath, seemingly praying for them.
Before long, the two reached the edge of the enormous ice crevice. Its interior was even deeper than it looked from outside. The farther down they went, the more bone-chilling the cold became. The surrounding ice was a deep blue, giving off an eerie glow.
The ice beneath their feet was extremely slippery, and the slightest carelessness could send them tumbling. Yun Che circulated his divine power, forming a thin film of ice beneath his feet to increase friction.