They were confident that even if Hu Seventeen had some information, the numinous treasure would not necessarily fall into this fox demon's hands.
By choosing to remain here, they also intended to use what Hu Seventeen knew to improve their own chances of winning the numinous treasure.
Everyone understood without saying a word, and a delicate balance formed for the moment.
Watching the departing figures leave one after another, Hu Seventeen's eyes flickered with barely perceptible contempt. Then he narrowed those crescent-shaped eyes, turned around, and addressed the remaining five with a genial smile:
"Haha, it seems everyone who stayed here is truly clever!"
"Let's speak plainly. I, Hu Seventeen, do indeed know some legends about the numinous treasures Third Great-Grandfather left behind. But these legends have circulated for over a thousand years, after all. Some omissions and distortions were inevitable along the way, so they don't give the full picture."
He admitted this frankly, then changed his tone. "Still, there's one thing I can say for certain: when it comes to finding this final numinous treasure, there is absolutely no chance of succeeding alone."
"The trials arranged before the numinous treasure's emergence were left by a demon immortal capable of ascending to the upper realm! Given Third Great-Grandfather's temperament, you can all imagine how dangerous and complicated they must be."
Hu Seventeen paused. Seeing their solemn expressions, he softened his tone and dangled an enticing lure. "But I can offer you some reassurance. There may only be one final numinous treasure, but anyone who survives the trials Third Great-Grandfather set will certainly reap considerable benefits."
"Rest assured and follow me. If I don't obtain the numinous treasure, I'll simply consider it a journey. But if that treasure does end up in my hands, I, Hu Seventeen, will certainly provide