They spent a peaceful night, and Dongxi and Xi Qu awoke to find that, since Tang Ye was resting in the spiritual energy cocoon and needed no tending, they had a lot of free time on their hands. After a simple meal of dry provisions, Xi Qu went to scout ahead, looking for a tranquil and stable place. During these three days, while Tang Ye remained in the spiritual energy cocoon tempering his body, it was best to avoid any disturbances, steering clear of enemies whenever possible.
Dongxi and Xi Qu knew very well that since a Swordsman from the "dead gate" had come, it was highly possible that others would follow.
Old Hei, on the other hand, didn't pay much attention to those affairs, spending his time sleeping after eating and eating after waking. Occasionally, he would take a glance at Tang Ye and as long as nothing seemed amiss, he wouldn't intervene further.
