No matter how Yun Si Ning explained, the Black Moon Sect cultivators simply didn't believe that the two of them were rogue cultivators.
Nonsense, who has ever seen a rogue cultivator of this age and cultivation level?
However, although he didn't believe it, he didn't stop the two from participating in the search.
The Black Moon Sect's rule is that any cultivator, regardless of where they come from, is welcome to help find Xu Lan.
Thus, Yun Si Ning and her companion successfully passed this hurdle and entered the post station to register.
"Oh, I remember now!"
As she walked, Yun Sining suddenly slapped her forehead.
"What's wrong?"
Hua Lu asked in confusion.
"I finally understand why the name Qin Youzong felt so familiar."
Yun Si Ning suddenly realized what had happened and instantly recalled what had happened back then.
When she first arrived in the Southern Flame Realm, she encountered a cultivator named Li Hua, who seemed to claim to be a disciple of the Qin You Sect. It was from him that Yun Si Ning obtained the two maps.
After listening to Yun Si Ning recount what had happened, Hua Lu chuckled.
"Looking at it this way, you really do have a connection with the Qin You Sect."
"yes."
Yun Si Ning nodded.
"But you know, they're all disciples of the same sect, so how come their character is so different?"
"Back then, Li Hua used the sect's power to suppress ordinary people and enrich himself, while now Dai Ting and his sister pray for strangers."
"The person you met before truly understood the way of survival among disciples of such a small sect."
Hua Lu adopted a knowing, experienced demeanor.
"If those two siblings continue to be so kind, they'll be devoured by others sooner or later, leaving not even a trace."
Yun Si Ning knew that Hua Lu wasn't exaggerating, but deep down she still hoped that there would be more people like Dai Ting and his sister in the cultivation world.
"Siyun, over here!!"
As she was thinking, she heard Dai Yun's shouts.
Looking in the direction of the sound, Yun Sining saw a group of people gathered together, including Dai Yun and the other two, who were waving at them.
As Yun Si Ning and Hua Lu walked over, a person dressed in a black robe glanced at them. Although somewhat surprised, he didn't say anything.
He counted the number of people and then spoke loudly to everyone.
"We've gathered enough people. Let's form a small team. I am Lei Huan, a deacon of the Black Moon Sect, and I will lead you into the Crimson Crystal Forest this time!"
Upon hearing his words, the dozen or so people present began to chatter.
"So it's not about searching alone, it's about teamwork."
Yun Si Ning was somewhat troubled. She had originally thought that she would be able to act on her own after entering the Crimson Crystal Forest.
"Of course we won't let anyone act alone."
Dai Ting said.
“Miss Yun, you may not be aware of the dangers in the Crimson Crystal Forest. Even if you are cultivators at the Elephant Armor Realm, it will be safer for you to travel together.”
"Ahem, quiet down!"
Lei Huan interrupted the conversation and spoke loudly.
"Our team has a total of nineteen people including me. I took a quick look and found that there are nine people at the Deer Bone Realm and ten people at the Elephant Armor Realm."
"I am at the peak of the Elephant Armor Realm. Once we enter the Crimson Crystal Forest, everyone must follow my command. Is that alright?"
No one raised any objections.
"Alright, everyone, please get ready. We'll officially set off in twenty minutes."
Lei Huan said.
"I want to remind you that once we enter the Crimson Crystal Forest, I have only one request: obey my orders!"
"No matter what strange or bizarre things happen, as long as you obey my orders, I will do everything in my power to save each and every one of you."
"On the contrary, if you think you can survive better on your own, then get out of here now and don't stay in my group and endanger the others!"
Lei Huan's words were harsh, but no one objected.
In a dangerous place like the Crimson Crystal Forest, having a guide like Lei Huan is extremely important; his experience could very well save everyone's lives at a critical moment.
During the twenty-minute preparation time, everyone checked their storage bags, placing healing pills and life-saving items where they could be easily accessed.
“That… Miss Ning.”
While everyone was preparing, Dai Ting suddenly found Yun Si Ning.
"Oh, Brother Dai, is there something you need?"
Seeing his mysterious demeanor, Yun Sining was taken aback.
"Well, I'd like to ask you for a favor."
Dai Ting's expression was extremely conflicted, as if he had made a difficult decision.
“Miss Ning, both of your teams are at the Elephant Armor Realm, but my sister and I are only at the Deer Bone Realm.”
"The Crimson Crystal Forest is far too dangerous. Although I want to protect her, I am still somewhat powerless."
"You want me to help protect you?"
"No, no, no, it wasn't us, it was only Yun'er."
Dai Ting quickly said.
"You don't need to worry about me. If she encounters any danger after entering the Crimson Crystal Forest, I would like to ask you to protect her if possible."
He clenched his teeth, his eyes sincere.
"My brother and I have reasons to enter the Crimson Crystal Forest, but if something goes wrong, even if I die inside, I still hope that Yun'er can have a chance to survive!"
“Miss Ning, I have no precious magical treasures, I only have my own life.”
"If I manage to get out of here alive, then my life, Dai Ting's life, is yours, young lady. I'll go through fire and water for you!"
As he spoke, he was about to kneel down, but Yun Si Ning stopped him in time.
She glanced at Dai Yun, who was not far away, but the other woman seemed unaware of her brother's actions.
Yun Si Ning sighed softly.
"Okay, I promise you."
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