Liu Ming's hoarse, murderous voice echoed across the deserted lakeside.
However, it was as if Gu Yuexi hadn't heard a thing. She couldn't even be bothered to spare him a glance.
In her eyes, this so-called "Yellow Sparrow," no matter how many trump cards he had hidden or how deep he concealed himself, was nothing more than a slightly more boisterous ant. That was all.
What truly caught her attention was the pure, divine energy fluctuation slowly seeping from the lakebed.
The aura of a Spiritual Crystal!
This aura was incredibly alluring. If it spread, it would surely attract other powerful Demon Beasts in the Secret Realm—or even other exam candidates.
'I must get my hands on it quickly. Delays breed complications!'
Gu Yuexi made her decision in an instant. She turned, her gaze landing on Chu Sheng perched on her shoulder, and spoke in a flat, conversational tone.
"I'm going to get something. I'm leaving this to you. You can handle it, right?"
