"This is Celestial Blossom Lake?" The Nine Phoenix Monarch said nothing more. She cast a glance outside the stone hall, her figure flashing as she flew out, leaving behind only a faint remark. "There are still matters that require your attention. Follow me."

The demons exchanged glances. They had thought the task was already completed with ease, but it seemed there were further twists. No one dared disobey the Nine Phoenix Monarch’s command, and they hurried after her.

Qin Sang felt helpless and could only endure. He noticed, however, that Yuan Zhu deliberately stayed at the rear, his gaze somewhat unusual.

"Daoist Yuan, what is it?" Qin Sang asked curiously.

Yuan Zhu shook his head and forced a smile. "I had an important matter to attend to. I wonder if there will still be time… Sigh!"

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