Ding Fan heard Ye Ningbing's words and felt slightly relieved. He then smiled gently at Ye Ningbing and said:

"Let's go."

Ye Ningbing nodded and then followed Ding Fan as they continued walking forward. Although Ye Ningbing was somewhat frightened by this place teeming with Yuan Beasts, she felt much more at ease because of Ding Fan's presence.

Everyone continued moving forward and had now reached the vicinity of Thunder Abyss, but Ding Fan still did not know the exact location. The group had no choice but to search slowly, as there was no other option.

After searching for a while, Ding Fan and the others suddenly noticed that Yuan Beasts no longer attacked them or appeared. Everyone sensed this change and felt somewhat relieved. Clearly, without constant Yuan Beast attacks, things were much easier, otherwise more might be drawn. This was the best situation possible.

"Fortunately, there aren't many Yuan Beasts now. It seems this place should be relatively safe."

He Qianyao said with a sigh of relief.

Everyone except Ding Fan felt similarly relieved upon hearing He Qianyao's words, even their moods seemed to improve. Obviously, everyone noticed the decrease in Yuan Beast numbers, not just He Qianyao.

"Yuan Beasts are lives too. They must be scared."

"Yuan Beasts are quite pitiful..."

At this moment, two young divine warriors murmured to each other, filled with sympathy for the Yuan Beasts that Ding Fan previously had to kill. Innately kind, the two young girls were clearly too young to have experienced much.

The others heard the girls' words and found them amusing, but nobody blamed them. After all, everyone was once their age, innocent and easily hurt.

"Kids are the cutest at their youngest. Don't you think so, Senior Sister Ye?"

He Qianyao asked Ye Ningbing with a genial smile after hearing the young girls. Though Ye Ningbing might not be older, He Qianyao called her "Senior Sister Ye" out of respect for her relationship with Ding Fan, who was older.

Ye Ningbing smiled lightly and nodded, saying:

"Yes, people are the cutest when they're young."

…

Ye Ningbing and He Qianyao occasionally conversed, feeling quite at ease, free from the previous tension and fear. The two young divine girls looked at Ye Ningbing and He Qianyao with some confusion, wondering if what they said was incorrect. They also felt somewhat envious of their youthful counterparts.

Joyful laughter and conversation filled the air among the four women, striking up a pleasant chat. Watching them, Ding Fan felt amused by their lively interactions. With so many women around, things were indeed lively...

Suddenly, Ding Fan's divine sense sharpened as he noticed a large gathering of Yuan Beasts not far from them, causing his expression to turn serious.

"Everyone, be careful!"

Ding Fan glanced at the group and spoke with a somber expression.

Everyone paused upon seeing Ding Fan's serious demeanor, slowing their steps. At that moment, a series of Yuan Beast howls echoed.

Owoooo...

The Yuan Beast cries rose and fell, sending chills down the spine.

Upon hearing this, everyone quickly followed Ding Fan, whose mood became even more grave. He knew he could not guarantee safety against so many Yuan Beasts. Leading the group, he guided them into a mountain cave to take shelter.

The group followed Ding Fan into the cave where he found some branches to create concealment measures. Ding Fan then set up a simple Concealment Formation, ensuring the area was absolutely secure since everyone was there.

After Ding Fan completed these preparations, everyone breathed a sigh of relief. Nobody expected so many Yuan Beasts, thinking the place was safe, unaware it was the calm before the storm.

"Everyone, try to control your True Qi and not let it leak. This Concealment Formation is only basic level."

At this point, Ding Fan advised everyone, prompting them to restrain their True Qi as much as possible. Surprised, He Qianyao could hardly believe Ding Fan could set up a formation, an uncommon skill. Watching Ding Fan's back, she found him increasingly mysterious, realizing the more she interacted with him, the less she understood him.

Meanwhile, Ye Ningbing quietly approached Ding Fan, observing the outside from the cave entrance. While somewhat scared, her concern for Ding Fan outweighed any fear. As long as she was with Ding Fan, she would willingly face danger alongside him, even death.

Noticing Ye Ningbing beside him, Ding Fan drew her into an embrace, sensing her fear. He then whispered softly to comfort her:

"It will be fine, don't worry."

Hearing Ding Fan's words, Ye Ningbing nodded and smiled at him without saying anything.

At this moment, the two little divine warrior girls, seeing this scene and hearing the howling of Yuan Beasts outside the cave, felt very scared. They huddled together in He Qianyao's embrace, who was taking on a motherly role, doing her best to comfort them.

Outside the cave, over a hundred Yuan Beasts were rampaging, creating thunderous roars that made the surroundings extremely chaotic. If anyone were outside, it would be obvious they'd be trampled to death by these crazed Yuan Beasts, with no chance of survival at all.

Ye Ningbing, seeing this scene, couldn't help but feel more anxious, clearly startled by the thunderous roar of the hundred-plus Yuan Beasts running wild.

"Ding Fan, it's good to have you."

Ye Ningbing said to Ding Fan with some admiration in her eyes. Hearing her words, Ding Fan couldn't help but ruffle her hair indulgently and said:

"As long as I'm here, nothing will happen."

...

At the moment, the Yuan Beasts outside hadn't noticed Ding Fan and the others in the cave, suggesting that the Concealment Formation set up by Ding Fan was somewhat effective.

"Help, help..."

Suddenly, an urgent cry for help came, and a middle-aged man in a white robe appeared in Ding Fan and Ye Ningbing's line of sight.

As the white-robed middle-aged man ran, he continuously attacked the Yuan Beasts around him, wielding his longsword swiftly. Although several Yuan Beasts fell to the ground momentarily, more of them rushed toward him. In no time, he was forced onto a giant rock, and underneath the rock stood numerous ferocious Yuan Beasts, roaring constantly and occasionally jumping up to attack him.

"Help..."

The white-robed middle-aged man kept calling for help as he looked around, unaware of Ding Fan and his companions in the nearby cave.

Seeing this, Ding Fan frowned slightly. Despite feeling sympathetic, he realized the middle-aged man wouldn't last long and would be slain by the Yuan Beasts. Many of the Yuan Beasts had already started attacking the giant rock where the man stood, causing it to shake. Faced with these thick-skinned and tough creatures, even the rock wouldn't last long before giving way.

It would be the end of the white-robed middle-aged man at that moment.

Ye Ningbing, seeing this scene, couldn't help but worry greatly about the middle-aged man, and compassion stirred in her heart. She clearly understood how dire the man's situation was.

"Ding Fan, can we save him?"

Ye Ningbing asked Ding Fan worriedly after remembering her own experience during a beast tide. If it weren't for two divine warriors saving a little girl and herself, she wouldn't have survived. She sincerely hoped they could save the man, but understood the dangers outside and sought Ding Fan's opinion, unwilling to risk his safety.

Hearing her words, Ding Fan frowned. Rescuing the man wasn't easy due to the numerous Yuan Beasts around. After considering, understanding Ye Ningbing's thoughts, he nodded and said, "I'll try."

He Qianyao and the two little girls, seeing Ding Fan's determination, felt a sense of admiration for him. Nonetheless, they knew rescuing the middle-aged man wouldn't be easy due to the many formidable Yuan Beasts outside.

Hearing Ding Fan, everyone briefly worried for him.

"Be careful, Ding Fan..."

Ye Ningbing said nervously. Ding Fan, hearing her, nodded at everyone.

Then, Ding Fan carefully observed the area around the middle-aged man. He knew he couldn't act rashly; a strategy was necessary, or they might not only fail to save the man but also risk their lives.

After examining, Ding Fan found a spot with several weaker Yuan Beasts, through which the middle-aged man could reach the cave. Using his Divine Sense to communicate, Ding Fan told the man on the rock:

"To your right is a small Yuan Beast. When I use the Sky-Shattering Pearl to distract the nearby Yuan Beasts, strike it down quickly and enter the cave. I'll cover you!"

The middle-aged man on the rock, hearing Ding Fan, brightened up and felt relieved, then observed the path Ding Fan mentioned. Understanding Ding Fan's intention, he smiled with relief and said:

"Benefactor, I understand. I'm ready!"