Zhang Yiren’s stalwart frame shook, and he solemnly clasped his fist. “Many thanks for lending us your aid. Please allow me to thank you on the marquis’s behalf.”

He’d already spent the past few days worrying about Chen Zheng’s safety.

If Su Yi and his companions were willing to venture into Bloodthistle Yao Mountain in search of him, that would undoubtedly be just perfect.

Zhang Yiren then proceeded to describe the Spiritmartial Marquis’ departure five days prior in full detail, including the exact time, place, and intended route.

“When do you think we should set out, Fellow Daoist?” asked Ning Sihua after looking over the beast skin map.

“There’s no time to lose. Let’s set off first thing at dawn.” Su Yi immediately made up his mind.

It was true that, given the date, there were still about four days until the beast wave began. 

But it would be better if they reached the danger zone deep within the wilderness of Bloodthistle Yao Mountain before the beast wave launched. 

Ning Sihua and Shen Jiusong both agreed.

After learning that Luyang, Kongtong, and Starcliff Academies were mixed up in this too, they understood that the earlier they ventured onto the mountain, the better.

That night, Zhang Yiren arranged...