The group returned to hold another meeting, though Li Lianhua and Yun Qingyue did not participate. They informed the various races present that they intended to venture into the forest to conduct botanical research and would therefore not be involved in the proceedings or the subsequent distribution of spoils.
Since some were voluntarily opting out of the post-action rewards, the others naturally had no objections to them roaming the forest.
Little did anyone expect that while the Eastern Princess was difficult enough to deal with, the silent, strangely dressed man was even more formidable. When he did speak, he went straight to the heart of the matter, with a particular talent for hitting where it hurt most. The others were left speechless and fuming, yet unable to retaliate.
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