Lan Yao was somewhat speechless; it seemed that the ways people were tempted had never changed throughout history.

Seeing Lan Yao's speechless expression, Gu Zixiao couldn't help but squeeze his wife's fingers. "To be honest, wife, I'm speechless too."

Lan Yao: "...But there's a contradiction here. Didn't you just say there aren't many people around here?"

What were those ancient beauties doing here every night?

Lan Yao found this somewhat puzzling.

Gu Zixiao shrugged. "You're asking me? I don't know either."

To be honest, he didn't really understand either.

When Lan Yao saw that even her beloved didn't understand, she suddenly lost interest.

Just as she was about to say something, she saw the newlyweds, who had been completely abandoned by them, arriving here in a scattered manner.

Lan Yao raised an eyebrow, while Gu Zixiao said indifferently, "I don't know where someone with such poor abilities gets the nerve to look down on others."

Lan Yao: ...

Do you want to listen to what you're actually saying?

Who was it that acted like they were the most important person on the train back then?

Even now, Lan Yao can still remember Gu Zixiao's behavior very clearly.

Jade Pixiu: "...Master, I've noticed you especially enjoy criticizing your man."

Lan Yao: "What did I do wrong in my complaint?"

This is because there are many strangers outside, and Lan Yao wanted to save face for Gu Zixiao.

Otherwise, she would definitely have complained about him in front of Gu Zixiao.

When the person in charge saw the new recruits arrive, he merely glanced at them and said to everyone, "Let's rest for a bit and then get to work."

Upon hearing this, the old man knew what the next task was, and they each found a place to close their eyes and rest.

Gu Zixiao also pulled Lan Yao to the side to rest.

Only the newcomers looked at each other blankly.

However, given the previous situation, they didn't dare ask any more questions, and one by one they kept their mouths shut, following the example of the elderly and finding a place to rest.

They rested for about 20 minutes when the stranger clapped his hands at me, waking them up.

"Alright, let's get started."

Otherwise... He shouldered his backpack and started heading towards the deep pit.

Gu Zixiao, holding Lan Yao's hand, followed the rest of the group into the deep pit.

The newlyweds looked at each other, somewhat bewildered. But this time, they weren't as arrogant as before. Instead, they silently picked up their backpacks from the ground, slung them over their shoulders, and quietly followed behind the main group.

Seeing this, the old man whispered to his companion, "I thought that since they were so arrogant, I could at least hold out a little longer, right? How did they come to terms with reality so quickly? What happened?"

Companion: "Hey, isn't your gloating a bit too obvious? Be careful, the newbies might come after you when they get back."

The man shrugged, seemingly indifferent. "They said, if you want to fight me, you'd better have the ability. Whether this matter can be resolved is another matter."

That's the truth, but saying it so bluntly makes one feel a bit helpless.

Others, upon hearing this, also shared their thoughts.

"I think only a few of them will make it back alive?"

"Do you think that if these new recruits are given such a dangerous mission right away, they might chicken out and back out?"

"How many people will stay after this mission is over?"

"They offended Gu Zixiao. Do you think they'll get a severe beating from Gu Zixiao later?"

"Why do I feel like Gu Zixiao's temper has improved a lot since he got married?"

After this person expressed their opinion, others thought about it carefully and realized it made sense.

In the past, Gu Zixiao would never have used such gentle methods when faced with provocations from ignorant people.

"Maybe his wife was there, and he wanted to make a good impression on her."

"Haven't you heard?" someone asked mysteriously.

"What did you hear?" someone echoed, puzzled.

"Gu Zixiao's wife! I heard she's incredibly capable."

The subtext is that his wife knows exactly what kind of person Gu Zixiao is, so there's absolutely no need for him to save face in front of her.

"Really? How did you know?"

"I heard it from someone else."

"Anyway, we'll find out soon enough whether his wife is capable or not."

you do not say.

Whether it's a cat or a mouse, you'll know what's going on as soon as it makes a move.

Gu Zixiao and Lan Yao, both with sharp ears and eyes, had already heard everything clearly.

When others started talking about Lan Yao, Gu Zixiao watched her cautiously, afraid that his wife would get angry because of these comments.

However, Lan Yao seemed completely unconcerned, looking at the scenery while cautiously keeping a watchful eye on her surroundings.

She didn't care at all about what others were saying.

Besides, they didn't say anything bad. Let them say what they want.

Even if they say bad things about her, she doesn't care at all as long as they don't go around saying them in front of her.

They walked for quite a while before finally reaching the vicinity of the deep pit.

Upon arriving at the pit, the person in charge asked them, "Did you feel anything?"

The closer you get to the deep pit, the quieter it becomes.

The clever birdsong disappeared, and the air seemed to freeze.

Those around could naturally sense this most basic eerie movement.

But they didn't feel anything else.

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