Zu An remained silent for a long time, but then said with a nod, “Okay. I can agree, but if I find my own companions along the way, I’ll have to reconsider whether I still want to help you.”

A hint of worry appeared on the beautiful woman’s face, but in the end, she still nodded and said, “Fine. Let’s use a hand clap as a vow!”

She raised her fair white palm as she spoke. Zu An gently clapped her hand with his. He thought, How is this vine monster’s skin even softer than a human’s? It really doesn’t match that impression of Grandmother I had.

The beautiful woman said, “Since we’re already companions, then let’s introduce each other once more. My name is Jing Teng. You haven’t told me your names yet.”

“My name is Zu An, and she’s Qiu Honglei,” Zu An said. He was about to introduce Wei Suo as well, but the latter quickly ran over while salivating.

“I’m Wei Suo, and I’m really happy to meet you! I didn’t expect there to be such a beautiful Grandmother!” Wei Suo exclaimed, maintaining an obsequious smile while rubbing his hands together; he looked as wretched as could be.

Jing Teng just ignored him and looked at Zu An instead, saying, “Then, you should return with me. This place is too shoddy. We can return to Little Ying’s ash altar...