Chapter 412: Heading to the Giant Stone Wasteland
On the peak, Xiao Ze sensed something and looked toward a distant mountain.
"What's wrong, Brother Xiao Ze?" asked Xun Er.
"They should be finishing their training soon," Xiao Ze replied.
Upon hearing this, Xun Er quickly stood up and looked toward the distance. A figure in a white dress was flying toward them like lightning.
"Xun Er, long time no see," said Little Doctor Immortal with a sincere smile.
Among the girls, Little Doctor Immortal was the first to meet Xun Er. Seeing her again made her genuinely happy.
"Little Doctor Immortal, thank you for staying by Brother Xiao Ze's side and helping him during this time," Xun Er said with a gentle smile, holding Little Doctor Immortal's soft hand.
Xiao Ze had been worried about how they would get along, but seeing them interact so harmoniously, he felt relieved.
"By the way, Little Doctor Immortal, have the others finished their training?" Xiao Ze asked.
"They should be done soon. We agreed on a time," Little Doctor Immortal replied. Just as she finished speaking, two streaks of light, one blue and one seven-colored, appeared and headed toward the peak.
"Perfect timing. Now that you're all here, I have something to discuss with you," Xiao Ze said, capturing everyone's attention.
"Xun Er came to invite us to participate in the Stone Clan's Rock Demon Hunt," Xiao Ze explained, using his soul power to share the details of the Rock Demon Hunt with them.
Little Doctor Immortal, Medusa, and Qing Lin were momentarily surprised. After processing the information, they glanced at Xun Er, who remained calm. They nodded in agreement.
"Our current strength should be sufficient. An opportunity like the Rock Demon Hunt is too good to miss," they concluded.
"Great, let's get ready and head out," Xiao Ze said. He took Xun Er's hand and flew towards the hall where Elder Zhu Li was, preparing to bid farewell.
Feeling the warmth of Xiao Ze's hand, Xun Er sighed internally. She didn't know how to handle the current situation, so she decided to go with the flow. She looked deeply at Xiao Ze and stopped overthinking.
Little Doctor Immortal, Medusa, and Qing Lin exchanged glances. Although they had anticipated some awkwardness upon meeting Xun Er again, they didn't expect it to be so peaceful.
Watching Xiao Ze and Xun Er leave, Little Doctor Immortal sighed, "At least for now, Xun Er doesn't seem to reject us."
"Maybe Miss Xun Er doesn't know how to handle it either," Qing Lin said with a hint of helplessness. She didn't mind as long as Xiao Ze cared about her.
Medusa's expression was complicated. Despite her deepening relationship with Xiao Ze, she knew that competing with Xun Er for a place in Xiao Ze's heart seemed impossible. Perhaps maintaining the current situation was best for everyone.
The three followed Xiao Ze and Xun Er to the hall where Elder Zhu Li and Mang Tianchi were talking. Seeing Xiao Ze's group, Mang Tianchi was taken aback by the four stunning women with Xiao Ze, silently marveling at Xiao Ze's good fortune.
Elder Zhu Li smiled, "Xiao Ze, you're here to say goodbye, right?"
"Yes, we've imposed on you for some time. Please forgive us," Xiao Ze said, cupping his hands respectfully.
"Haha, there's no need to be so formal. Your help to our Taixu Ancient Dragon Clan is invaluable," Elder Zhu Li replied with a laugh. "If you're heading to the Southern Region of Central Plains, Hei Qing can take you. Traveling through the void is much faster than on the continent."
Hei Qing stepped forward and nodded.
"This..." Xiao Ze hesitated.
"There's no need to be polite, Xiao Ze. The Ancient Dragon Island is not in any immediate danger. I can afford to leave," Hei Qing said, scratching his head.
"In that case, thank you, Elder Zhu Li, and thank you, Senior Hei Qing," Xiao Ze said gratefully.
After a brief farewell, they left the Ancient Dragon Island. Hei Qing transformed into a giant black dragon, and Xiao Ze, along with Xun Er, Little Doctor Immortal, and the others, climbed onto his back. Mang Tianchi quickly followed.
With Hei Qing's speed, they reached the Southern Region of Central Plains in less than ten days, arriving at the Giant Stone Wasteland.
"Xiao Ze, this is the Giant Stone Wasteland," Hei Qing said as he landed on a mountain peak.
"Having delivered you safely, I'll head back now. Since the Stone Clan didn't invite the Taixu Ancient Dragon Clan, I won't impose," Hei Qing said, waving his dragon claw before returning to the void.
"Senior Hei Qing is quite straightforward," Xun Er commented, drawing nods of agreement from the others.
Xiao Ze looked out over the Giant Stone Wasteland, a vast desolate plain filled with towering rocks. The immense energy gathered on the stones formed a mysterious array of shadows. Some rocks pierced the sky like mountains, making the girls marvel at the vastness of the continent.
"Eh? Mang Tianchi?" a voice called from the void.
Mang Tianchi looked up solemnly at the elderly man who appeared, "Didn't expect you to be the guardian this time..."
The old man, with his white beard and hair, even his eyebrows were white. His deeply set eyes were clear and held a mysterious pull.
This was Elder Tongxuan, the guardian Xun Er had mentioned.