Beginning their trip, Cao Cao shrunk back to his original size so he could once more attach himself to Xu Min's neck just like old times.
This way it seemed as if Xu Min only had one beast with him, and Ye Ling also shrunk his size slightly, making himself seem less massive and frightening.
Xu Min wore an oversized black cloak which hid his face. Even though the weather was hot, he decided that his safety was more important than having issues with the heat. He could not be careful enough considering what he had done. He could not relax until he had left the Ruins of the Immortals behind.
Everywhere he went on the main roads he would find caravans traveling back and forth, getting ready to sell their items in various cities.
Apart from caravans, there were also mercenaries and rogue cultivators moving from city to city.