"These individuals are part of the Heavenly Fate organization," Qiao Mu explained. "To them, this is merely a minuscule branch of their operation."
She then turned her attention to the villagers and continued, "As for all of you…"
Qiao Mu cast another meaningful glance at them. "You were simply potential test subjects."
"If you doubt my words, come with me." Without allowing the astonished villagers to inquire further, Qiao Mu pivoted and signaled for Chen Qi and Lu Zheng to follow, along with the bewildered Old Village Chief and Hu Erhua.
In an instant, Mo Lian appeared at Qiao Mu's side.
The two of them moved swiftly and reached the frost-covered tree within moments.
Qiao Mu gazed up at the tree, its exterior seemingly unremarkable. However, the malevolent yin energy surrounding it remained incredibly dense, resisting dispersion.
Lu Zheng forcefully threw Hu Erhua to the ground and kicked him, demanding, "Do it."
