Chapter - 3329

"Zeke, it's not that I am heartless and ruthless, wanting to drive you away. It's just that the Cloud Tiger is malicious. What if it left something inside you to track us down? What would we do then? For everyone's safety, I must reluctantly play the villain. In order to protect everyone, it was necessary to drive you away. Why can't you understand the good intentions behind my actions?"

It must be said that his words held a lot of sense, and everyone was taken aback.

Vela was dumbfounded, her mind in turmoil, unsure of who was telling the truth.

"If that's the case, there's no need for further words. I, Zeke, will take my leave now. Octantis, I hope you take good care of everyone. Don't repeat your past mistakes and provoke dangerous beasts like the Cloud Tiger again." With a sense of helplessness in his heart, Zeke finished his sentence and slowly walked away.

Many human cultivators felt a sense of guilt in their hearts. Quite a few of them followed suit, taking out their own treasures and speaking.

"Zeke, please accept our goodwill!"

"We really want you to stay as well. If you are willing to stay, we are prepared to plead on your behalf with Octantis, Zeke."

"Indeed, Zeke, why must you leave? Your loyalty to mankind is unparalleled, and you are everyone's savior. We are all deeply grateful to you."

Upon seeing so many human cultivators expressing their gratitude toward him, Zeke felt a warmth fill his heart.

He gave everyone a slight bow, politely saying, "Ladies and gentlemen, in truth, I've long harbored the idea of venturing out on my own. The Secret Realm of Mount Kush is full of opportunities, and I'm certain that fate will bring us together again. After all, our goals are aligned. Please, go back!"

Everyone exchanged glances, and quite a few of them promptly returned the gesture.

"Zeke, since you've said as much, if we encounter any trouble in the future, we will undoubtedly help each other."

"Indeed, if Zeke encounters any trouble, he can directly approach us."

On the other side, Vela hesitated for a moment before she flew out, heading straight for Zeke. Her pretty face flushed with excitement as she pulled out a protective talisman.

"Zeke, this small gift may not fully express my respect, but I hope you will accept it."

Initially, Zeke wanted to refuse. However, his gaze inadvertently fell on Octantis' darkened face. Instantly, the corner of his mouth twitched, lifting into a slightly teasing smile. Without further ado, he accepted Vela's treasure.

"I have taken to heart your kindness, my Vela. I must take my leave now. Please take good care of yourself. I will always be concerned about your well-being!" Among the multitude of gifts, Zeke accepted only that one, then flew off into the distance.

In response, everyone couldn't help but turn their gaze toward Vela, their eyes filled with curiosity.

Vela's face flushed with embarrassment, and she hurriedly left as if trying to escape.

She couldn't understand why Zeke only accepted her gift, but that action would undoubtedly cause people's imaginations to run wild.

Octantis watched every move of Vela, his expression so gloomy it seemed as if water could drip from it.

Vela had completely ignored him.

Gritting his teeth, Octantis gave a meaningful glance to a few of his trusted fellow disciples, then led them back into the tent.

"Zeke must die. We cannot let him escape. My Vela has already been bewitched. This young man is deliberately provoking me. I need to teach him a lesson. No, he must die!" Upon entering the tent, Octantis no longer held anything back. He exploded in anger,

"Octantis, are you suggesting that we should go and kill him?" someone asked.

"Indeed, I must seize an opportunity to kill this brat. He opposes me at every turn, truly ungrateful. Does he think I, Octantis, am utterly incapable? He deserves to die."

"Isn't this a bad idea, Octantis? What if someone finds out?" someone advised.

Taken aback, Octantis looked incredulously at the person who had spoken.

He had initially thought his team was solid as a rock, but it was riddled with flaws.

"We must kill him. Let's discuss the plan later, and act tonight. Once we find his whereabouts, we can certainly eliminate him without anyone noticing." Octantis' resolve was very firm.