Who is protecting whom in 114?

She wasn't certain whether the strange treasure mentioned by Zong Dingfang and He Songhua referred to the Dragon Blood Stone. Although in her previous life, she never encountered any complications when Mu Nan mentioned the Dragon Blood Stone, her rebirth had subtly altered many things, and she had to be more cautious.

To strike first is to gain the upper hand; to strike late is to court disaster—this was Mu Hanyan's experience and her lesson.

Upon arriving at the city gate, which was just opening, Mu Hanyan and her companions swiftly left and headed toward the Longyan Mountain Range.

The road became narrower and more rugged, and the undulating mountains drew increasingly near.

At this point, Huayue and Zirong were both quite excited; after asking Che Xiang for directions, they rushed ahead.