Bab 2150: Backbone

The Elder of the Beastmaster Sect once imparted that beyond their immortality, the Undead Race possessed remarkable intelligence as well. Despite perpetually feigning simplicity, they harbored a complexity belied by their façade. They had likely fallen victim to deception along their journey.

Their vehement opposition to the group's venture toward Xuhai City was a clear indicator of their insight into the travelers' intentions. Curiously, this only intensified the group's resolve to reach their destination.

In a recent encounter…

Had their pace been any slower, they would have found themselves ensnared within Xuhai City's confines, ensnared by the Undead Race. Given their current levels of cultivation, leaving the city would prove nigh impossible.

And yet, amidst this crisis, an unexpected decision emerged.

Observing disciples from other sects congregated in a distant corner, an unsettling feeling gripped her.