"What is that?" Su Xiu couldn't help but lean closer to Shangguan Yutong, her eyes peering into the unseen distance. Shangguan Yutong took Su Xiu's slightly cold hand and gave it a firm, reassuring squeeze. "Don't be afraid. It'll be okay."
The ground beneath their feet trembled faintly but persistently. Nothing short of massive beasts on the move could cause such an effect. In the distance, they could hear the roars of wild animals, but the sounds vanished as quickly as they appeared.
Ling Xiao glanced at Xiao Lin, who said in a low voice, "The Blast Flame Lion from earlier today..."
Ling Xiao nodded and whispered, "Be careful. They're very alert. Let's slowly back away."
Shangguan Yutong nodded in agreement. The group deftly packed up their tents and gear, then began moving slowly in the direction opposite the noise.
