Ye Chong's group travelled with more confidence, with Mei Wu as their guide. Mei Wu was familiar with the area. This was obvious from the way she led the group. She was also generous with compliments about the huge spider that Ye Chong built.
Xuan Ning decided to inform the King of Mei Wu's whereabouts once they left Darkniss. As for the complicated relationship between Mei Wu and the King, it was not his place as a mere government servant to get involved.
Mei Wu was not aware that her two students were suffering under Ye Chong. Sha Ya and Xuan Ning knew, of course, but they were not foolish enough to bring up the topic. This powerful shooter was known for her unpredictable temper. It was not difficult to imagine her just shooting them all if she found out.