The drastic change made you feel a strong sense of unease. Your intuition told you that this matter was undoubtedly connected to the Mastermind, possibly because your association with Gu He and handling of Elder Wang's affairs had provoked him.
You found Gu He and explained the situation regarding the secret realm ruins to him.
Upon learning there might be a large number of Earth Grade Spirit Herbs, Gu He was thrilled and implored you to take him into the secret realm. If he could advance to an Earth Grade Alchemist because of this, he would never forget your kindness today.
On June 9th, Song Fan led Song Qingwei, Gu He, and others to the secret realm.
