After retrieving the storage bag, Lu Ye couldn’t help but let out a breath of relief. The situation he had just been in almost pushed him into even greater danger. The appearance of the half-aged elder had completely changed the situation. The elder’s strength far exceeded his own, and if the elder hadn’t shown him mercy, Lu Ye would likely be dead by now.
As the two walked toward the exit of the mine tunnel, Lu Ye felt a slight ease in his mood. However, he knew that this was just the beginning, and the road ahead was still full of uncertainty. The elder led the way, occasionally looking back at Lu Ye, his gaze light and friendly. While this made Lu Ye relax his guard somewhat, deep down, he remained vigilant.
"Old Sir, is there any danger ahead?" Lu Ye couldn’t help but ask.
The elder smiled lightly and walked steadily. "There’s no danger ahead. Don’t worry, the Haotian Alliance has already cleared out the remaining forces of the Evil Moon Valley. This mine is now fully under our control."
"Haotian Alliance..." Lu Ye murmured, understanding the gravity of the situation more clearly. The appearance of the Haotian Alliance signified the complete retreat of the Evil Moon Valley, but for Lu Ye, their arrival also meant that he might be dragged into an even more complicated situation.
"Old Sir, the Haotian Alliance... since you are so powerful, why would you encounter disciples of the Evil Moon Valley in this mine?" Lu Ye couldn’t help but voice his confusion.
The elder smiled casually, as though he didn’t mind the question. "You don’t understand. This mine is of great importance and rich in energy. Even though the Haotian Alliance has taken control of the mine, it’s not easy to completely eliminate all enemies, especially forces like the Evil Moon Valley. They have many hidden methods. It will take some time to fully clean up."
Lu Ye’s heart stirred. This gave him a deeper understanding of the situation. The Evil Moon Valley’s influence was not to be underestimated, and even though the Haotian Alliance had taken control of the mine, the subsequent struggles might not be easy.
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The two continued walking through the mine tunnel until they finally emerged into the bright sunlight. Lu Ye squinted as the light struck his eyes. Outside, the elder led him to a temporary camp set up by the Haotian Alliance. There, cultivators from the Alliance were busy, the atmosphere tense yet orderly.
"We’ve arrived." The elder stopped, gesturing toward the camp. "You’ll stay here for now. Once everything settles down, I’ll make further arrangements for you."
Lu Ye hurriedly expressed his gratitude. "Thank you, Old Sir, for saving my life!"
"Saving your life?" The elder smiled. "It wasn’t as serious as you think. I just saw you had some courage, so I gave you a hand. Don’t put yourself in danger again, understand?"
"Understood!" Lu Ye nodded earnestly, feeling even more respect for the elder.
Inside the camp, Lu Ye was assigned to a quiet spot where he wouldn’t be disturbed by other cultivators, which allowed him to relax a little. Around him, Haotian Alliance cultivators moved efficiently, each performing their tasks with precision. These were clearly elite members, acting quickly and effectively.
Sitting down, Lu Ye took out the bottle of Dragon-Tiger Pill, a "reward" from the elder. Although it was given as a gesture of respect, the value of this pill was not to be underestimated in Lu Ye’s eyes.
The Dragon-Tiger Pill was a high-grade spiritual medicine designed to replenish spirit power and enhance physical constitution. While Lu Ye's cultivation was still low, and he might not be able to fully absorb its essence, such pills were precious resources for cultivators in the process of training.
He hesitated for a moment before deciding to keep the pill for now, planning to use it when his cultivation level was higher. For the time being, his main priority was to restore his physical strength and stabilize his position.
"Being under the protection of the Haotian Alliance might be a good opportunity for me," Lu Ye thought to himself, but then immediately reconsidered his current situation. Though he was safe for the moment, this didn’t mean he could relax entirely.
Even though he had obtained some spoils from Zhou Cheng and received the Dragon-Tiger Pill with the elder’s help, none of that changed the fact that he was still a low-level cultivator. His lack of cultivation was the biggest obstacle in front of him.
"Wait a bit. When the time is right, I will work harder," Lu Ye took a deep breath, gazing at the sky with even more determination in his heart.
At that moment, he understood that, while he was under the Haotian Alliance’s protection for now, the real opportunity still lay ahead. Only by becoming stronger could he truly stand firm in this dangerous world.
"I will make myself stronger," Lu Ye murmured to himself, his eyes shining with unwavering resolve.