A few days later, Jiang Heng's injuries finally healed, and her strength even improved. Seriously, Zhao Heng gave her so many miraculous pills and elixirs that even a pig would turn into a golden pig! Let alone a human!

"Junior Sister Jiang, how are you feeling now?" Zhao Heng asked with concern.

"Thank you for your concern, senior. I'm much better now."

"That's good! Shall I help you go for a walk?"

"No need, senior brother, you can go and attend to your own business first. You've already wasted too much time these past few days taking care of me and haven't had a proper chance to cultivate."

"It's alright, I'm relieved as long as you're alright." The man and woman spoke so modestly, their expressions suggesting a heartless and indifferent relationship.

If Suiyi were here, she would definitely complain: the female lead belongs to the male lead, so you, the second male lead, should just stay far away to avoid being heartbroken later.

That day, after recovering, Jiang Heng's mind was filled with thoughts of the ginseng she had encountered. She wanted to venture into the Enchanted Forest again, but her own strength was insufficient; she needed to find a powerful team to have any chance of success. With this in mind, she went to the Bounty Pavilion to stake out for skilled individuals.

Rong Jitian was the second elder and was on the best terms with the first elder, because his eldest son, Rong Xi, was cultivating under the first elder's tutelage.

On this day, Rong Jitian brought his youngest son to the residence of the Grand Elder. After exchanging pleasantries for a long time, Rong Jitian finally revealed his purpose.

"Brother, Xi'er's younger brother, Zhuo'er, only awakened his spiritual root a few days ago. I'd like him to become your disciple. Is that alright?"

"Oh?" He looked at Rong Qingzhuo. "This is your youngest son."

"It is indeed my son. He was fortunate enough to obtain a pill a few days ago, which is why he is able to cultivate."

"Hehe! You've finally seen the light at the end of the tunnel! I wonder if you've had any contact with that mysterious pharmacist?" the elder asked.

“No!” Rong Jitian shook his head. “No one knows what that master looks like. There’s another auction at the Hua family auction in half a month, for two Life-Giving Pills. I don’t know if the seller will be there.”

"Hmm! Let me take a look at his spiritual root." With that, the Grand Elder walked over, took Rong Qingzhuo's hand, and closed his eyes. A moment later, he opened his eyes and looked at him in surprise.

"Your Rong family has really struck gold! A mutated fire spirit root. Moreover, Qingzhuo's meridians are twice as thick as ordinary people's, so he will cultivate faster than others."

"Yes! So I feel we can't waste it, therefore..."

"Alright! I'll accept this disciple. I'll arrange for you to stay with Ziyou. Ziyou is also a genius. He's only been a disciple for a few days, but he's already close to Foundation Establishment! He's currently in seclusion, trying to break through his current realm."

"Really?" Rong Jitian asked enviously; that child was indeed remarkable.

"Sigh! You can't compare things like that. Look at our junior brother, he's just... amazing!"

"Uh..." Rong Jitian's lips twitched as well. Comparison is odious. That prodigy is already at the Golden Core stage!

This news was leaked by the Supreme Elder one day, and the reason, of course, was to show off his disciple!

"It just so happens that your brother is organizing a team to go into the Enchanted Forest to capture a spirit beast as a mount, so why don't you go and see for yourself?" the elder said to Rong Qingzhuo.

"Yes, Master." He bowed respectfully.

Rong Qingzhu went to find her older brother and asked him to take her to the Enchanted Forest. Our heroine successfully joined the team.

Sui Yi quickly received the news and returned to the Enchanted Forest to have the spirit beasts prepare for an ambush.

The next day, Rong Xi led her team to the Enchanted Forest. Sui Yi was also waiting for them on the outskirts of the Enchanted Forest.

Just as Suiyi was feeling utterly bored, the people finally arrived. Suiyi crossed her arms, looked at them, and straightened up.

"Hi! Junior Nephew Rong, you've finally arrived."

"I wonder what guidance Junior Uncle has?" Rong Xi stepped forward and bowed with her hands clasped.

"I would like to enter the Enchanted Forest with you. Would that be permissible?"

"With Junior Uncle's strength, you are most welcome."

Sui Yi had two big question marks above her head. Her strength? Was the male lead so powerful that he could see through her abilities? Or was he cheating?

"Junior Uncle, what's wrong?"

"Oh, it's nothing, it's nothing. Let's go then!" Before turning around, Sui Yi glanced at the female lead, only to see her huddled in the crowd, unlike her arrogant self in her previous life. She does have some self-awareness, knowing her own weakness and that being in the middle of the crowd provides protection.

Sui Yi led the way into the Enchanted Forest. The group walked and stopped frequently, collecting medicinal herbs along the way.

"Junior Nephew Rong, what is your purpose in coming to the Enchanted Forest this time?" Sui Yi asked, looking at the man standing motionless to the side.

"I want to find a spirit beast to accompany me."

Wow, that's a clever way to put it. He wants to get a spirit beast to accompany him. Looks like the male lead isn't a complete mess; he's pretty decent.

"Oh! As for spirit beasts, those from deeper levels are more powerful and can be more helpful."

"Alright! Let's move on."

Sui Yi raised an eyebrow, placed one hand behind her back, and released a wisp of spiritual energy, rushing towards the forest behind her. The spirit beasts that received the signal began to prepare.

"In a moment, Big Horn will unleash his power to scatter these people, giving the boss and that woman a chance to be alone!"

"good!"

"Now, get ready." After saying that, everyone scattered and went about their own business.

Suiyi was walking with them when suddenly a roar came from above.

"Everyone, be on guard!" Rong Xi assumed a defensive stance, and the others followed suit.

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