"None of them made it out..."
Zhang Yangâs heart trembled upon hearing this: "Is that really the case..."
Although Zhang Yang had somewhat anticipated this, he couldnât help but take a deep breath.
This was the Secret Realm, where life and death were uncertain. Those who dared to explore had to be prepared for their demise!
The path of the Star Card Master was never one of safety and enjoyment.
Especially for those who aimed to become strong Star Card Masters. Besides the necessary talent, it required more effort and bearing greater risks!
Wang Huai saw that Zhang Yang was alone and asked: "By the way, where is Yang Jie?"
Zhang Yang replied: "Sheâs over there waiting for us. Weâll go find her together in a bit."
Wang Huai and Wu Yueâs expressions both changed ever so subtly.
"As long as sheâs fine." Wang Huai nodded and said after a brief contemplation, "But we wonât go with you."
In reality, Yang Jie protecting herself wasnât much of an issue.
The team was a temporary one, and everyone was unfamiliar with each other, so there was no need to take great risks for others.
But giving up on a teammate in critical moments, regardless of right or wrong, or the reasons, would make the team awkward and hard to work together again.
Zhang Yang sighed inwardly. He naturally understood this reasoning and said: "Alright, you both be careful then."
After Wang Huai finished speaking, he turned to ask Su Yuan: "Su Yuan, do you want to come with us? With us leading, we guarantee your powerful long-range skills can be fully utilized, and weâll prioritize your safety!"
Wu Yue also chimed in: "Yeah, Su Yuan, come with us!"
Clearly, Wang Huai and Wu Yue both considered Su Yuan, who used Gray Flame Strike to obliterate the Zombie Tyrannosaurus and Ogre Battle Axe Man, as a magician.
Since Su Yuan was a powerful attacking magician, teaming up as three would definitely boost their strength significantly!
Moreover, Su Yuan had saved them. If they teamed up, they could share some of the loot with Su Yuan to repay him.
Zhang Yang chuckled at their words: "Wang Huai, Wu Yue, youâre underestimating Su Yuan. His long-range spells are formidable, but heâs not a magician. He has even more impressive abilities!"
Zhang Yang remembered clearly. Earlier, all those ghouls were killed instantly by a single slash from Su Yuan!
"Oh? Is that so?" Wang Huai and Wu Yue both looked at Su Yuan again in surprise.
Could someone with such powerful long-range skills not be a magician?
Su Yuan smiled and said: "I have two friends with me as well. Itâs more dangerous here than I thought. I need to find them soon, so I canât join you."
"I see..." Wang Huai looked quite disappointed. "Alright, wish you luck."
Su Yuan nodded and added: "But before that, I plan to clear out the cave you mentioned."
Wang Huai and the others were taken aback by this.
Wu Yue widened his eyes: "Are you sure? There are nearly ten Bronze-level Star Beasts and a large number of Star Apprentices and Star Beasts inside."
Su Yuan confirmed: "Yes, Iâm sure."
After some thought, Wang Huai suggested: "It seems too dangerous for you alone. How about this? If you insist on going, Wu Yue and I will accompany you.
The Zombie Tyrannosaurus and Earth Cave Demon Spider here are dead, so the remaining forces in the cave are greatly weakened.
With Wu Yue and me assisting, we should have a chance against the remaining Bronze-level Star Beasts. Itâs better than you going alone.
Donât worry. We wonât take any of the loot. Itâs all yours!"
Wu Yue echoed: "Thatâs right. Since you saved us, we should help you in return. But... weâre in poor condition right now. Youâll have to wait for us to rest first. How does that sound?"
These students from Qing Province were quite loyal...
Su Yuan looked at Wang Huai and Wu Yue and his gaze fell on the wound on Wu Yueâs chest, injured by the Ogre Battle Axe Man.
Su Yuan formed a hand sign, and golden light flashed and faded from his hands. Immediately, a pale golden light pillar descended from mid-air, shining upon Wu Yue.
Wu Yue was momentarily dazed, then felt a warm sensation all over his body, especially at the chest wound, which tingled pleasantly.
Looking down, he saw the massive wound visibly stopping its bleeding and scabbing over. In just a few seconds, it almost completely healed, without leaving a trace!
"What a powerful healing skill!!" Wu Yue exclaimed.
Wang Huai and Zhang Yang were also amazed. They didnât expect Su Yuan to be not only an extremely capable fighter but also to possess such incredible healing abilities!
After all, Su Yuan used the Transformation Realmâs Holy Light Baptism. Healing Wu Yueâs external injuries was more than sufficient.
Wu Yue came to his senses, overwhelmed with joy and gratitude toward Su Yuan.
Su Yuan waved it off with a smile and said: "I also need rest and recovery. So, when we clear the cave later, your kills can keep the Star Cores."
Seeing Su Yuan agree, Wang Huai and Wu Yue stopped insisting on not taking anything. They readily agreed with a smile: "Alright!"
Observing the three of them working together with such unity to explore the Secret Realm, Zhang Yang also felt a strong urge to join in. However, thinking of Yang Jie, he sighed inwardly.
Sighing softly, Zhang Yang said: "You all be careful, then. Iâll go find Yang Jie."
Wang Huai nodded: "Alright, you be careful too."
Zhang Yang turned and left while Su Yuan, Wang Huai, and Wu Yue started to gather the Star Cores on the ground.
The three then left the battle site and moved to a slightly safer place to rest and recover...