Xia Liu usually avoids trouble, but he doesn't fear it.

Since Zhuang Bifan has murderous intentions towards him.

There's no guarantee that he won't take action if they meet in the future.

So it's necessary to understand the background of the opponent when needed, and there's nothing wrong with that.

"Actually, I don't really understand. I met Zhuang Bifan outside of Han City, and I wanted to recruit him to enter the Extreme Cold Secret Realm together, then..."

Ye Fei told Xia Liu the story between himself and Zhuang Bifan.

In the end, Xia Liu still didn't know the background of that guy.

But there was one thing Xia Liu noticed.

Zhuang Bifan did mention to Ye Fei that he had connections with the Qi Family.

As for the conflict between Ye Fei and Zhuang Bifan.

It was because Ye Fei wanted to recruit, but was humiliated by Zhuang Bifan.

Who brought a strong Golden Core Stage cultivator.

Continually belittling Ye Fei.

Ye Fei could only respond bitterly.

He was even kicked by Zhuang Bifan in the end.

What Xia Liu cared about was the Qi Family mentioned by Zhuang Bifan.

It's very likely the top-tier Qi Family of the Northern Realm!

Xia Liu didn't forget.

He might currently be watched by someone from the Qi Family.

It's possible that he's already gone to the Imperial Sky Gate to investigate his identity background.

"Sorry, Daoist Fellow Xia, for dragging you into this."

Being insulted made Ye Fei feel really embarrassed.

Thus he wanted even more to recruit Xia Liu.

Hoping to help Xia Liu more in the Secret Realm when the time comes.

Otherwise, he'd feel uneasy.

"Daoist Fellow Ye, I prefer to travel alone, so I apologize."

After chatting a while, Ye Fei ultimately gave up and allowed Xia Liu to leave.

Xia Liu didn't dwell on this matter.

If he encounters Ye Fei again in the Extreme Cold Secret Realm.

If he can offer any help, he'll assist him some.

After leaving the exchange hall, Xia Liu found an inn.

Planning to retreat for a few days, and after refining the Origin-Nourishing Pill, head to the Extreme Cold Secret Realm.

As luck would have it.

Three days later, Xia Liu had finished refining the Origin-Nourishing Pills.

Just as he was going downstairs to check out.

A dark shadow flew towards him.

Bam!

Xia Liu didn't catch it, letting the shadow hit the stairwell.

Upon closer inspection, isn't this Ye Fei...

"Ye Fei, I warned you last time; I have no relationship with you, don't call me Daoist Fellow. Knowing someone like you is simply an insult to my identity!"

Zhuang Bifan was somewhat flustered and exasperated.

He never thought that staying at this inn would lead to running into Ye Fei when checking out.

And then Ye Fei even called him Daoist Fellow!

This was simply humiliating!

So Zhuang Bifan gave Ye Fei a slap.

Which led to the current scene.

Ye Fei didn't speak, bitterly enduring all of it silently.

Who let him act so foolishly and greet Zhuang Bifan earlier.

"How can you do this! Our captain was just symbolically greeting you!"

A young woman at the neighboring table stood up.

She was a team member recruited by Ye Fei, and seeing their captain being hit for no reason.

Of course, she couldn't bear it.

"Oh? Young girl looks quite tender, indeed even her thoughts are immature!"

"Quanyu! Don't question this senior's words!"

Enduring his injuries, Ye Fei quickly moved over to Quanyu and stopped her.

"Senior, my friend here is still young and naive, I hope you won't take offense."

"Hmph! Today is a great day for entering the Secret Realm, I don't want to see blood, take care of yourself!"

Having said this, Zhuang Bifan quickly left with two Golden Pill Early Stage cultivators.

He had observed the stars at night and calculated that a certain time today would be the best time to enter the Extreme Cold Secret Realm.

This time he would certainly find the opportunity to break through the Golden Core!

After Zhuang Bifan left, Ye Fei finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"Quanyu, didn't you know he has two strong Golden Core Stage followers behind him? If he had taken action, today we'd be hurt for nothing."

Ye Fei's heart palpitated, fortunately Quanyu was unharmed.

Otherwise, he'd feel guilty for life.

"Captain, I know, I was just anxious, so..."

Quanyu lowered her head like a child who did something wrong, not daring to look at Ye Fei.

This time, she'd sneaked out from home.

She only seeks an opportunity to break through.

Total missteps along the way, but luckily found by Ye Fei, otherwise she might not have reached Han City.

Although she is at Foundation Establishment Early Phase, unfortunately, her family no longer has resources to support her cultivation.

So this path can only be walked by herself.

"Quanyu, be careful in the future, in this world strength is respected, without strong cultivation, only silence."

Educating Quanyu was another woman.

Judging by her appearance, she seemed to be over thirty years old.

Her cultivation was not low, Foundation Establishment Late Stage.

But having experienced more hardships, she understood the common sense of being a cultivator more than Quanyu.

"Sister Yifu is right, I will be careful in the future."

Quanyu nodded, humbly accepting everything.

"Sister Yifu, I'm sorry, for dragging you into this, this is personal vendetta, and it certainly won't impact you."

Afraid that Yifu might leave the team, Ye Fei hurriedly explained.

"I understand, don't overthink, since I agreed to team up with you, I won't quit halfway."

"Hehe, then it's truly a relief thanks to Sister Yifu."

Ye Fei cupped his hands and said.

"Ah, being bullied like this and still having to laugh it off, he's really a doomed man."

Seeing Ye Fei's state, Xia Liu suddenly felt a bit sympathetic.

"With just the three of them entering the Extreme Cold Secret Realm, they probably won't even see the shadow of the depths, might even die at the outskirts."

"Oh, it looks like I'll have to step in."

Hearing Bai Jue say this, Xia Liu truly felt compassionate.

"Daoist Fellow Ye, does your team still need more people?"

While Ye Fei and the other two were drinking tea, Xia Liu suddenly went forward.

Xia Liu's appearance drew Yifu's attention immediately.

But she only glanced for a moment, then continued drinking tea, not paying further attention.

Quanyu regarded Ye Fei as an older brother, for the friends of her brother, she quietly observed with her chin resting on her hands, not speaking.

"Ah! It's Daoist Fellow Xia!"

After recognizing Xia Liu, Ye Fei's voice trembled a bit.

"Daoist Fellow Ye, such a fate we have, it'd be a shame not to team up for the Secret Realm."

"Yes, indeed! We are truly fated, who would have thought to meet again after a few days!"

"Daoist Fellow Xia, let me introduce you, this is Quanyu, my little sister, and this is Sister Yifu, who is a Foundation Establishment Late Stage cultivator."

Ye Fei quickly pulled Xia Liu to introduce Yifu and Quanyu.

"Daoist Fellow Xia, before entering the Secret Realm, I must say: upon finding treasures, they must be divided based on contributions."

Having gotten acquainted, Yifu laid out the three provisions.

"Yes, I understand this principle. If I don't contribute anything, naturally I won't take anything."

"Daoist Fellow Xia, rest assured, if I acquire a treasure, I'll be sure to share it with you!"

Ye Fei transmitted his thoughts to Xia Liu.

Of course, he didn't dare say it in front of Yifu.

Well, Yifu was considered somewhat rigid, what she set her mind on she would definitely pursue.

"Daoist Fellow Ye is considerate."

"Come, let's discuss from which place to enter the Extreme Cold Secret Realm..."