Oh my god, this is a bolt from the blue! A true heiress of metaphysics!

Shi Xiaxia lay silently to the side, not saying anything more, but just handed Cheng Yajun a tissue at the right time.

She knew that silence spoke louder than words at this moment. Cheng Yajun needed more than just verbal comfort; she needed someone by her side to give her strength and courage.

Cheng Yajun cried for a long time, and eventually cried herself to sleep.

After Cheng Yajun fell asleep, Shi Xiaxia turned slightly to the side, looked at Cheng Yajun's eyes which were swollen like walnuts, then raised her hand and gently touched them, and Cheng Yajun's eyes felt much better.

After that, Shi Xiaxia also fell asleep.

......

Time passed quietly until the dawn gradually broke through the darkness.

The next morning, Shi Xiaxia came out of the tent, stretched, and began to enjoy the beautiful morning scenery.

Sunlight filters through the leaves, creating patches of golden light, and birds sing merrily, welcoming the new day.

Not long after she got up, Liu Shang and Zhu Xing also came out of the tent. The two looked at each other, as if they had something to say.

However, when Zhu Xing saw Shi Xiaxia, he waved to Liu Shang and then came to Shi Xiaxia's side with a smile.

He was about to speak when Shi Xiaxia reached out to stop him, saying, "You have bad breath."

Zhu Xing: "......"

Zhu Xing's smile froze on her face.

He finally gave a helpless smile, then turned around and went to wash up.

After everyone got up and had a simple breakfast, they packed their luggage and followed Mouse Baby inside.

They walked through dense woods, following the winding path.

Along the way, they felt the tranquility and beauty of nature, and their bodies and minds were greatly relaxed.

Around afternoon, the group arrived at the most famous banyan tree in Baishui Mountain.

This century-old banyan tree is enormous. Its thick trunk requires several people to encircle it to barely measure, and its rough, cracked bark seems to bear witness to the vicissitudes of time.

Its branches and leaves are so lush that they resemble a huge green canopy, blocking out the sun.

The thick branches stretched out in all directions like giant dragons, some winding and twisting like snakes, others standing tall and reaching straight into the sky. Thick vines, as thick as an arm, were also wrapped around the branches, clinging tightly to the trunk as if they were one with the branches.

These vines intertwine to create a unique and spectacular sight.

What's even more striking are the intricate and intertwined tree roots, some of which are even partially exposed on the ground, crisscrossing like the veins of the earth.

Sunlight filters through the dappled leaves, casting golden patches on the ground, creating a dreamlike scene that captivates the viewer.

Standing under the tree, people appear so small, and cannot help but marvel at the wonder and greatness of nature.

Shi Xiaxia reached out and gently touched a vine hanging beside her, feeling the subtle vibrations and faint spiritual energy fluctuations coming from her fingertips.

This tree has an incredibly strong vitality; the accumulation of time over the years has made it different from ordinary trees.

If given several hundred more years, it might actually transform into a spirit.

Many tourists came to see the ancient banyan tree after hearing its magical legend. Some even knelt down under the tree with devout hearts, silently praying for something.

They believe that this ancient banyan tree possesses some kind of mystical power, capable of bringing good luck or fulfilling wishes.

The group left before finishing their visit to the century-old banyan tree. Instead, they set up tents nearby, intending to rest there for the night.

At the same time, the group also encountered Hana and her three companions.

However, this time they didn't come over; they seemed afraid of something.

As night fell, a grand bonfire party was organized, attracting many people to participate.

The atmosphere at the scene became exceptionally lively.

However, in Shi Xiaxia's team, only Deng Mingzhou frequently glanced in that direction, his face revealing a desire to go and play; the other members were not very interested.

Deng Mingzhou really wanted to go, so he went up to Cheng Yajun and kept urging her to go with him.

Unfortunately, Cheng Yajun wasn't in a good mood, so she didn't give Deng Mingzhou a friendly look.

In the end, Deng Mingzhou could only sit helplessly next to Cheng Yajun, watching others happily frolic.

By the time the surrounding passengers had completely quieted down, it was already past midnight.

The next morning, many people started making noise again, preventing the group from getting a proper rest.

After a simple breakfast, the six of them continued their journey deeper into the mountains.

Due to the rugged and difficult mountain roads, many tourists choose to leave after seeing the century-old banyan tree, and only a few are willing to continue walking in.

However, Rat Bao appeared very mysterious, telling everyone, "Actually, this hundred-year-old banyan tree is just an ordinary old tree, nothing special about it."

I'll take you to see another century-old banyan tree later, and then you'll understand why I charged such a high price!

After saying that, the little mouse's eyes were full of pride, as if it had mastered some great secret.

However, Cheng Yajun was not very interested in this. She remained calm and did not seem to take the matter to heart.

Shi Xiaxia, however, believed that this was just the rat spirit, Shubao, saying these things to lure ordinary tourists deeper into the mountains so that she could better take advantage of them.

As for Liu Shang and Zhu Xing, they exchanged a glance.

Liu Shang asked with a smile, "Shu Bao, you're not just trying to fool us, are you? This Baishui Mountain has been developed for many years. If there really is another Baishui Banyan tree, why has no one ever mentioned it?"

"That's because not everyone gets to see that hundred-year-old banyan tree!"

Rat Baby proudly raised its head, vividly displaying its smugness, and continued, "If we're really talking about it, that hundred-year-old banyan tree is the mountain god of Hundred-Year Mountain! How could an ordinary mortal possibly see it whenever they want?!"

Upon hearing this, Shi Xiaxia, who had been looking down and seemingly indifferent, suddenly raised her head, her eyes revealing surprise and confusion.

She finally understood why Zhu Xing and Liu Shang had come to Baishui Mountain—they had come for the mountain god!

So, who exactly are Zhu Xing and Liu Shang?

What are their intentions? What do they want to do to the mountain god?

Shi Xiaxia lowered her head again, pretending to be nonchalant on the surface, but in reality she was slowly making plans in her mind.

Deng Mingzhou, his eyes shining with anticipation, looked at the baby rat and asked excitedly, "Tour guide, is that hundred-year-old banyan tree you mentioned really a mountain god?! Can it help me fulfill my wish?!"

"It's hard to say."

Shubao gently shook his head, a faint smile on his face, and said softly, "But the tourists I brought before have had no more troubles after returning from there."