After leaving the forest, Ma Lin was very happy.
But the road ahead was still difficult to travel.
They crossed a wasteland, constantly harassed by wild demons.
In seven days, they covered about five hundred miles each day. Many creatures in this area moved in groups; disturbing one would trigger a swarm. Even Zhao Tumei found it a bit strenuous to deal with them.
Now Ma Lin was beginning to appreciate the kindness and consideration of this rabbit assassin.
He was the one being taken care of, bringing her a lot of trouble. Fortunately, she never showed any disdain.
Then came the mountain climbing. After walking in the mountains for about ten days, they entered a canyon and could go no further.
The two stayed in a cave.
Ma Lin's complexion didn't look good. Zhao Tumei, on the other hand, was very healthy.