Capítulo 1074: Chapter 1064: Betrayal

In a certain area more than a hundred miles away from the battlefield, Lu Yingtian and Ancestor Kugu, who had initially been scattered, regrouped once more.

Standing atop the skull of an unnamed fierce beast that resembled a small hill, everyone gazed into the distance.

On this White Bone Plain, although numerous gigantic beast bones stood tall, the overall terrain was flat, and the view was relatively open.

Even though Lu Yingtian and the others were in a sorry state during their previous escape, ultimately, they were all Quasi-Saints; for them, more than a hundred miles was nothing.

Unfortunately, the fluctuation of power from the battle between Chen Hai and that unknown entity was terrifyingly intense.

Though the skull of the unknown fierce beast they temporarily sheltered on was unaffected, the bone dust, created from the countless crushed skeletons, had scattered and wafted more than ten miles from them.

Only the widespread bone dust could their sight penetrate.

However, at the core of the battlefield, violent air currents swirled chaotically, with remnants of various energies transformed by rules lingering.

Trying to see through these obstacles to witness the actual scene of Chen Hai’s battle with the unknown existence was beyond Lu Yingtian and the others’ abilities.

“I can’t say how the battle is faring there now,” Fang Ping sighed with a somewhat complicated expression.

“Although the Black Water Ancestor is formidable, if his opponent is truly the one of legend, I’m guessing he’d struggle to prevail over that being!” The first to respond was Lu Yingtian.

Previously, in front of Chen Hai, he addressed him as Black Water Taoist Friend.

Now, he referred to him as the Black Water Ancestor, showing a slight shift.

Clearly, the issue of the Path Enlightenment Flower had already made him slightly disgruntled about Chen Hai.

Of course, he wasn’t the only one. Among the few people present, there was likely not a single one without thoughts of the Path Enlightenment Flower.

“Even with the abilities of the Black Water Ancestor, assuming his opponent is truly the one from the legend, the most he could achieve is defeat him; burying him would be highly unlikely!” After Lu Yingtian spoke, another person chimed in.

As soon as these words were spoken, several others agreed: “From our current position, while we can’t see the exact situation at the battlefield, judging by the situation when the Black Water Ancestor first clashed with that unknown presence, although terrifying, the opponent should still be able to continue the battle.”

“Truly puzzling what path of cultivation he’s on. Though merely a Quasi-Saint, not having stepped into Primordial Chaos Daluo, his strength has already reached a level we can only look up to.”

“Currently, that dense bone dust still covers that region, indicating that the Black Water Ancestor and the unknown presence are still fiercely engaged.”

“That being might be extraordinarily powerful, yet since he can’t overwhelm the Black Water Ancestor, if the Black Water Ancestor decides to flee, he likely won’t be able to stop him either!”

“And if that is indeed the case, what about our group? Where should we head from here?”

…

After some hushed discussions among the group, someone finally raised the question.

They looked at each other in silence before their gazes fell on Lu Yingtian once more.

With Chen Hai in the group, Lu Yingtian, the original leader, had become almost superfluous.

However, without Chen Hai, the strongest one now, he was once again pushed to the forefront by the others.

“Regarding the Path Enlightenment Flower, I know you all have certain thoughts.”

“However, in the presence of the Black Water Ancestor, you might have been hesitant to speak your mind due to his power.”

“Since you think the Black Water Ancestor could still retreat safely from the being, do you think we should continue exploring this Land of Slumber with him, or is it best to part ways and go our own paths?”

…

Lu Yingtian understood full well what they had in mind.

Although his character had a streak of boldness, he wasn’t foolish.

The group was merely worried that if they separated and encountered the Black Water Ancestor again, it would be hard to explain should he press them, thus pushing the decision onto him.

With a meaningful smile, he laughed softly and tossed the question back to them.

“As a team exploring this Land of Slumber, any benefits should be shared by all.”

“The Black Water Ancestor is indeed mighty, but his selfishness is too great. If we stay with him, while he eats the meat, it’s hard for us to even sip the soup.”

“To me, it’s better for everyone to seize this opportunity and go their own way!”

After exchanging glances and a prolonged silence, Ancestor Kugu gritted his teeth and finally broke the silence, sharing his true thoughts with the group.

Since Chen Hai displayed his true strength, he had always been flattering and trying to win favor from Chen Hai tirelessly.

Despite his efforts, even if there was no merit, there was hard work!

Yet, after obtaining the Path Enlightenment Flower, Chen Hai monopolized it without even a word of thanks.

Although Ancestor Kugu said nothing, he was indeed disgruntled inside.

Once he spoke, Fang Ping immediately picked up the conversation: “The Black Water Ancestor’s selfishness is evident, but without his formidable power to back us, just us few…”

Regrettably, he didn’t finish before White Head Demon Venerate sternly interrupted: “Following the Black Water Ancestor, are you so awed by his strength that you haven’t lost your mind, showering him with praises constantly?”

“While his power is undeniable, gaining fortune in this Land of Slumber requires luck as well as strength.”

“The Seven Killings Demon Lord and Tie Feng’s group might have luck on their side, allowing them to find the Path Enlightenment Flower on the White Bone Plain. Why can’t we?”

“If I’m not wrong, each of us here probably holds some hidden trump cards.”

“From the previous Tiancan-Dique duo to the black fog later, if we unleashed all our trump cards, even without the Black Water Ancestor, couldn’t we reach this White Bone Plain?”

“In my view, disregarding the fate of the Black Water Ancestor and leaving now might actually be the wisest choice.”

“Because doing so ensures whatever opportunity we encounter will be ours alone, without the Black Water Ancestor forcibly taking it due to his strength.”

“I’ve said my piece, what do you think?”

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