Qin Song didn't notice Yun Lintian's reaction and pressed on. "Senior Yun, with your power, you might be the only one who can uncover the ruins' secrets. We don't ask you to protect us—just... if the situation becomes dire, consider lending aid."
Yun Lintian finished his tea and stood. "I'll think about it."
Qin Song bowed deeply. "That is all we can ask for."
As Yun Lintian turned to leave, Qin Song added, "The expedition departs at dawn tomorrow from the western teleportation array."
Yun Lintian gave a slight nod before walking away, his two little followers scampering after him. Yue Zhihe followed silently, her mind racing with everything she'd heard.
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The next morning, Yun Lintian followed Lan Huiqian to a vast open space where several massive skyships hovered in formation. The air buzzed with the energy of hundreds of powerful cultivators from various factions preparing for the expedition.
