Feng Xing's cultivation had reached the Deity Transformation realm, possessing the ability to protect herself at critical moments.
Bai Niannian's cultivation was only at the Nascent Soul realm. Her journey to the Dragon Domain might not guarantee her safety.
Without hesitation, Feng Xing nodded and agreed, "Master, wherever you go, I will follow. Even if the Dragon Domain is full of human puppets, so what? I am not afraid."
He feared death the least.
Without his master, he would not have lived this long.
At this moment, Bai Niannian also thumped her chest and declared resolutely, "Master, although my cultivation is not high, I have been diligently studying these days. I've even learned the teleportation array. If I can't win, I can still run away."
Feng Ninghe slightly furrowed her delicate brows, her voice, when she spoke, deepened noticeably, "What if you cannot return alive?"
"A daughter of the Bai family is no coward. I have already experienced life and death; there is nothing to fear!" Bai Niannian said without thinking, her eyes filled with determination.
Feng Xing also spoke up at this moment, "Master, I will protect Niannian. It's a foreign land, and having another person to assist you is a good thing."
Not far away.
Si Xinxin watched quietly, her head bowed, countless thoughts surfacing in her eyes.
Since so many people were going to the Dragon Domain, one more person wouldn't make much difference.
Seeing the two individuals determined to accompany her to the Dragon Domain, Feng Ninghe relented, "Alright, let's go together then. Remember to be extremely careful. I will do my best to protect you. If there's an accident, run for yourselves; I will find my own way to escape."
Bai Niannian beamed with joy, her fair and clean cheeks filled with delight, "Then let's go eat quickly!"
After the meal, everyone set off.
Feng Linyuan had to visit the farmer's home first and would wait for them at the Dragon Domain's barrier.
The Lin Kingdom was not far from the First Sect, only a few days' journey.
At the entrance of the First Sect.
Feng Yi, having heard the news, waited at the entrance in advance.
Gu Erwei craned his neck to look ahead, "Junior Sister, aren't we a bit early? Why don't we go back and wait? Grandpa Shan will tell us when they arrive anyway."
Feng Yi noticed something and excitedly patted Gu Erwei, "The carriage is here! Junior Sister is back!"
A carriage was slowly approaching the direction of the First Sect.
"We've arrived at the First Sect."
Grandpa Luo extended his hand, lifted the carriage curtain, and looked around.
The forest was quiet and peaceful, with a spring-like climate and beautiful scenery.
After the carriage stopped, everyone disembarked without hesitation.
"Junior Sister is here."
Gu Erwei smiled readily, "The hot meals are already prepared, just waiting for you to eat."
Feng Yi eagerly took Si Xinxin's small hand, "I woke up early specifically to cook for you and made a lot of delicious food."
Upon hearing about good food, Si Xinxin's grape-like bright eyes showed a hint of excitement, "Sister Feng Yi is so kind. Mother, why don't you eat first before setting off? It won't make much difference now."
Feng Ninghe hadn't planned to stay long, but seeing everyone's smiling faces, she nodded in agreement.
The room was already filled with dishes.
Gu Yingwei's honest and kind face was filled with smiles, "Junior Sister, it's thanks to you today that we get to enjoy this feast."
After Feng Yi arranged the bowls and chopsticks, she beckoned everyone to taste the food.
Gongyi Yuan leisurely picked up a piece of meat and ate, casually taking out a book and handing it over, "Ninghe, take this book. It might be useful."
Feng Ninghe lowered her gaze to the book.
The book was inscribed with two large characters: Formation Arts.
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Feng Ninghe's eyes narrowed, and she quickly looked up at Gongyi Yuan, "This is an ancient text, recording all the wondrous formations in the world."
She had a keen interest in formations and had spent considerable effort searching for this book. She never expected it to be in Gongyi Yuan's possession.
Feng Yi immediately leaned in, smacking her lips, "Master, you're so biased. You've treasured this book for so long, and we can never see it."
Gongyi Yuan dismissed her, "You know nothing about formations. Even if I gave you this book of formation arts, you wouldn't be able to use it."
No matter where it was placed, this book of formation arts was a prized possession.
Feng Ninghe inexplicably felt the book in her hand was scorching hot. She looked up at Gongyi Yuan, "Master, aren't you afraid that I won't return safely and this book will be ruined?"
Gongyi Yuan laughed heartily and patted Feng Ninghe's shoulder generously, "I've copied this book before. Moreover, I believe you will return safely. The mere Dragon Domain will not be able to trap you."
A complex emotion flickered in Gongyi Yuan's eyes.
Perhaps going to the Dragon Domain was a good thing.
Although the Dragon Domain was dangerous, it was undoubtedly an excellent place for tempering oneself.
Feng Ninghe said no more and accepted the book.
Regardless, she had to return safely.
Xinxin was still waiting for her return at the First Sect.
Feng Yi glanced at the sky and gently suggested, "Junior Sister, why don't you rest for a night at the First Sect and depart tomorrow?"
Feng Ninghe shook her head, rejecting the suggestion, "I've rested enough these days. I won't wait any longer. Please take care of Xinxin."
Gu Yingwei revealed a simple smile and patted his chest with his large hand, "Junior Sister, rest assured, we will take good care of Xinxin and ensure her safety."
The First Sect was easy to defend and difficult to attack.
As long as Si Xinxin stayed obediently within the First Sect, she would be safe.
"Xinxin."
Feng Ninghe took Si Xinxin's small hand and slipped a pile of tender leaves into her palm, "These leaves have healing properties and can boost your spiritual energy in a short time. They are harmless for you to keep."
These tender leaves were plucked from ginseng seedlings she had prepared in advance.
Plucking a few leaves each day, she had accumulated quite a collection over time.
Si Xinxin nodded solemnly and quickly put the leaves away, "Mother, go and return quickly. Make sure to bring Father back to the Xuanzhou Continent safely!"
After a brief farewell, they set off.
Si Xinxin stood rooted to the spot, gazing at the receding carriage, her eyes filled with deep contemplation.
"Xinxin."
Feng Yi, thinking she was upset, gently comforted her, "When I have time, I'll cook delicious food for you. Tell me whatever you want to eat."
Si Xinxin then withdrew her gaze, calmly concealing her thoughts, and blinked her bright eyes at Feng Yi, "I want to eat delicious food right now. I want lots and lots of pastries to eat slowly when I'm hungry tonight."
Feng Yi readily agreed, "Okay, I'll go make them for you right now!"
Feng Yi left without another word.
Si Xinxin would surely be sad to be separated from her mother for now.
She might as well make more pastries for Si Xinxin to cheer her up.
That night.
At the First Sect.
Si Xinxin, who should have been asleep, opened her eyes and tiptoed to place a letter on the table.