Mission 125

"But we can allow a few people to take shelter from the rain in the caves here," the Huang clansman pointed toward the caverns behind him.

'Of course.'

Their intent was clear; they weren't seeking Gu Chaoyan's permission but were already making plans to do so.

Gu Chaoyan's eyes darkened, but she still nodded, returning with a cold expression.

The members of the Five Elements Clan also breathed a sigh of relief. Thankfully, she had returned unharmed. Initially, they had feared an attack from the Huang clan, akin to those who had ventured over earlier.

"Tribe Chief, it's fine if they're unwilling. We'll endure it, even if it's difficult. After all, we old bones should have perished in the winter if not for Tribe Chief. Living this long is already a blessing," consoled a few elders from the Five Elements Clan.

Though reluctant to face death, they had come to accept the inevitable.