Time was slipping away, and the most crucial task at hand was preserving the lives of those who remained. This had always been Gu Chaoyan's steadfast belief.
"None of us can stand against Pei Yueling. It seems she's focused on someone else for now, granting us a window to escape. There are too many deceased disciples' bodies here for us to carry. It's only a matter of time before Pei Yueling returns. We must return to the school promptly and disclose the truth about the situation in Xuhai City."
"…..".
"Furthermore…"
"…," a hesitant murmur.
"We've uncovered Pei Yueling's secret, and we've glimpsed the true malevolence of the Grand Unity Sect. If we rush back now, we might bring calamity upon the sect, and Pei Yueling and the Grand Unity Sect might pursue us relentlessly."
"…," more contemplative silence.
"When you return to the sect, exercise extreme caution and devise a plan without delay."
