Ye Guichen didn’t intend to answer, but gently shook his head and said to Feng Chuchu: "Miss Feng, stay with your senior brother and sister. The further you go, the more dangerous it gets. You don’t need to risk yourself."

Then, he said to Qin Muge and Hua Nu: "The same goes for you two. The dangers inside are far beyond imagination. I don’t think there’s a need for you to go in."

Hua Nu had actually been having second thoughts for a while.

After feeling something was off here, Hua Nu wanted to leave.

But he still held onto a sliver of hope, hoping it was just his imagination and also wanting to learn more about Ye Guichen.

But now it seemed that if they went deeper, even Ye Guichen might not be able to protect them.

Qin Muge, however, patted his chest, "Brother Ye, what are you talking about! We came together, how could we leave by ourselves! Today, even if it’s a mountain of blades or a sea of flames, I, Qin Muge, must go with you."

"Young master, you mustn’t do this!" Hua Nu tried to persuade him, but Qin Muge glared at him: "Who decides, you or I?"

"But, young master..."

"Enough, my decision is made." Qin Muge waved his hand: "Brother Ye, let’s go. If there’s any danger, at least I can lend a hand."

Hua Nu sighed, but there was no other choice now, so he just nodded.

Feng Chuchu also wanted to follow Ye Guichen but was held back by Yang Di.

"Chuchu, don’t act on impulse now. The further you go, the more dangerous it will be. You won’t be able to help them and will only become a burden."

Feng Chuchu was stunned: "But, but I still want to go with them."

"Chuchu, you and Yang Di should go back." At this moment, Feng Wuxiu spoke up: "I’ll go with Senior Ye to explore inside. If there’s any danger, I will assist."

"Senior brother, your arm..." Yang Di was anxious upon hearing this, but seeing Feng Wuxiu’s undeniable gaze, she had to shut her mouth again.

"You must return immediately. If you encounter danger, don’t linger. Find a way to escape quickly. Remember, no matter what, leaving here is the most important thing. Any treasure doesn’t matter."

As he said this, he patted Feng Chuchu’s shoulder: "Chuchu, I understand your feelings. Don’t worry, even if I die, I won’t let your Brother Chen die."

"Senior Brother Feng..." Hearing this out loud, Feng Chuchu’s cheeks reddened.

Ye Guichen said nothing, and quickly rushed forward.

Qin Muge and Hua Nu followed.

Feng Wuxiu hesitated for a moment, told Yang Di’s group to take care, and quickly followed them.

"Let’s go. Senior Brother Feng means well. Something’s not right here, we need to go back and tell the owner so he can decide." Yang Di was rather calm at this moment.

After being chased by these mystical beasts and then reminded by Ye Guichen, Yang Di also sensed that perhaps something was secretly going on here.

Although Feng Chuchu was unwilling, she nodded: "Senior Sister Yang, if we go back for help now, is there still time for my father to bring reinforcements?"

"That’s why we can’t waste any time." Yang Di carried the injured disciple on her back and quickly retreated with Feng Chuchu.

"Senior Ye, what exactly did you discover?" After catching up with Ye Guichen, Feng Wuxiu’s tone became much more polite.

After all, having seen Ye Guichen’s dominance with ten swords earlier, Feng Wuxiu was completely shocked.

He had managed to master three swords already, which was considered genius-level.

Moreover, these three swords could only be used within a three-meter radius.

But Ye Guichen’s ten swords were as agile as if they were extensions of his own limbs, a level of expertise incomparable.

Feng Wuxiu had originally thought that as long as he worked hard enough and had enough opportunities, he could possibly catch up to Ye Guichen and wash away his previous humiliation.

But now, Feng Wuxiu finally understood that even if he exerted all his life force, he might never be able to catch up to Ye Guichen.

And deep down, Feng Wuxiu also realized that relying on the individuals from Wan Jian Villa alone, trying to find the so-called secret treasure deep within the mountains was nothing short of a fantasy.

Only by following Ye Guichen was there a chance to reach the depths of the mountains.

Ye Guichen gave Feng Wuxiu a glance and looked at his severed arm: "Haven’t you realized? Those demon beasts seem to be controlled by someone. I now suspect that the secret treasure might not even exist, and even if it does, it’s likely been taken by the Spirit Beast Sect already. They spread the rumors just to lure us here and slaughter us to nourish those demon beasts with our flesh and blood."

"How is that possible?" Feng Wuxiu stared at Ye Guichen in shock: "What makes you say that?"

Ye Guichen shook his head: "This is just a guess for now, but I feel we’re not far from the truth."

Afterward, Ye Guichen remained silent.

The group of four stayed alert at all times, not daring to relax.

Though Feng Wuxiu had lost an arm, after taking some hemostatic elixirs, he managed to stop the bleeding.

Though there wasn’t an immediate threat to his life, his cultivation had certainly been impacted.

But now, Feng Wuxiu couldn’t care less.

Having come this far, he was unwilling to turn back.

Meanwhile.

At the edge of the mountain valley.

Li Yuanshou watched as all the disciples around him were decapitated, his pupils slightly contracted as he stared at the person in front of him.

Although that person still retained some of his original appearance, he emitted a strong demonic aura.

Even more chilling, he had long fur over his face and hands, and even the skin exposed outside had four to five centimeters of long hair.

That feeling was less like a human and more like a monkey.

"Li Yuanshou, long time no see!" Evidently, this monkey-like person knew Li Yuanshou and seemed very familiar with him.

He raised his furry hand with a grin.

The hand covered in fur had long nails.

Each nail was nearly ten centimeters long, resembling the Nine Yin White Bone Claws.

"He Changlong, how did you turn into this?" Li Yuanshou was terrified, drew his weapon, and pointed at the monkey man named Elder He.

He Changlong lightly shook his head: "Li Yuanshou, I was always like this, what do you mean turned into this? Haha, how about it, quite a shock isn’t it?"

"What do you mean? You were originally a demon?"

"That’s not right. Actually, I had the bloodline of the Demon Clan inside me, it just wasn’t awakened before. Haha, Elder Li, you brought over those three thousand disciples, enough for the kids to feast for quite a while. I really must thank you for that." As He Changlong spoke, he slowly approached Li Yuanshou.

Li Yuanshou’s pupils contracted: "You belong to the Demon Clan? How is that possible? Aren’t the Demon Clan sealed behind the hidden door of the Chaos Sea? How could you possibly be a part of the Demon Clan?"

"Haha, that’s the brilliance of the Demon Clan. Li Yuanshou, you’re about to die, why are you asking so many questions? Haha, don’t worry, I’ll make sure you die in peace!"

As he spoke, he suddenly waved his hand.

A cold light flashed.

Li Yuanshou wanted to resist, but before he could lift his weapon, his movement abruptly stopped.

His face was full of horror, and only two words escaped his lips: "So fast..."