章 2244: Danger 6

Gu Chaoyan's expression soured as she realized they had broken their promise.

Once the man had left, a wave of others followed suit, exiting the room. The danger had considerably subsided, and Gu Chaoyan was no longer obligated to lead the way.

This was particularly true for the disciples from their school, who had the advantage of strength in numbers. Working together, they could mitigate the risks.

As those in a rush began gathering herbs, they quickly amassed a substantial collection. Just as their joy was about to peak, a sudden twist of fate struck, causing them to succumb to poisoning and collapse in the field.

Witnessing this unexpected turn of events, those who were preparing to leave froze in their tracks, realizing their fortune in not moving too hastily.