5:30 AM, Returning Burial Forest.
The barrier of the Lock of Nonexistence unfolded, concealing the presence of three individuals.
This move wasn't used earlier because the Lock of Nonexistence can only shield presence; it can't make you completely invisible. If the living corpses encounter you, they'd still gnaw at the air.
This could even lead to a stampede.
It can only be used to mask presence when the number of living corpses is relatively small.
Gu Jianlin sat under an ancient tree to rest. As long as he crossed the ridge ahead, he should reach the entrance to the ruins.
Although there were intermittent encounters with mercenaries and attacks from hordes of living corpses along the way, as the Second Generation Kirin Venerable, his protection ensured that neither the Female Sacrifice nor the Tiger General would face any issues.
At this moment, he silently held the pink box in his hand.
The box felt cool, yet emanated warmth upon touch.
