This was originally a matter concerning the Taiqing Realm, and Ye Chen had no wish to drag others into it.
After the external reinforcements helped the Taiqing Realm, Ye Chen would reward them handsomely, meaning this was not about asking anyone to fight for free.
However, Wang Baisong and the others were different. Their current strength was still insufficient, which meant they needed more practical trials.
Although the outside world was fraught with danger, the path of cultivation had always been like this—extremely perilous—and this was a responsibility they had to bear.
Moreover, Ye Chen knew in his heart that the enemies they would face from the Taiqing Realm next would be exceptionally formidable. If they stayed by his side, they might end up killed.
Faced with Ye Chen's manifold concerns, Wang Baisong let out a hearty laugh and said, "If you're worried about our safety, Ye Chen, you really don't need to. The few of us rely on bonds and loyalty. If Ye Chen dares to take us in, whether we live or die, we will never complain."
Xiaolan also spoke with a firm tone, "Me too. We've already drifted everywhere; we might as well roam the world with Big Brother Ye Chen. Even though there's danger, the greater the risk, the greater the reward. Besides, following you, Big Brother Ye Chen, even if we die, we'll die happy in our hearts."
Chapter 968