After resting for a while, Ling Tian directly escorted the three of them to find the bodies of their three companions.
Then, with grief in their hearts, Ling Tian cremated the three bodies and collected their ashes.
It wasn't that they didn't want to take the bodies back, but there was a rule on the island: bodies of those who died in the free zone could not be taken back, which was also for safety reasons.
After all, the island was rich in spiritual energy, and even after death, the bodies might mutate and pose a danger.
Ling Tian returned to the base and met Xuanyuan Jie, Zhuge Tianji, and Su Dacheng.
Although Ling Tian contacted these people every day, the communication jade slips were not telephones, and could only transmit a few words at a time to report safety. These three had many things they wanted to ask Ling Tian, and Ling Tian also wanted to know what had happened on the island recently.
"Ling Tian, you're still willing to come back. Where have you been these past few days?" Su Dacheng asked.
"I was near the volcano, and it was okay. I had a good harvest!"
"Did you find anything?"
"Naturally, I did. I discovered that the volcanic activity underground on this island is very high, far from what those geologists said about the island being very stable.
According to my estimates, conservatively, within three years, there might be a fatal volcanic eruption accompanied by a major earthquake and tsunami!" Ling Tian said with a serious expression.
"Then that means it doesn't matter if this island is in our hands or not!" Xuanyuan Jie said.
Ling Tian nodded, "Such a violent volcanic eruption, even immortals might not be able to withstand it. Even if this island has the best resources and the best cultivation spots, if people die, everything is gone!"
"Alas, what a pity. So many people died in vain this time!"
It turned out that in addition to the teams of Situ Leisheng and Xuanyuan Tangfeng, two other teams also had one member each killed in action.
Of course, they had fought valiantly before they died and had also taken down dozens of people.
"There's no way about it. The country has been peaceful for too long. In fact, this might not be entirely a bad thing. At least those who survived have grown a lot.
They can see reality, see the progress of others, and increase their vigilance against enemies. This is our gain this time, and it wasn't a wasted trip!" Xuanyuan Jie said.
"Then have there been any special events on the island recently?" Ling Tian asked.
Xuanyuan Jie shook his head.
"It seems like everything is as usual, with new people constantly arriving on the island.
However, there seems to be a new regulation on the island recently. After the ships drop people off, they are required to retreat to 50 nautical miles away!
According to the island, they don't want any accidents to occur during the World Psychic Convention." Xuanyuan Jie explained to Ling Tian.
Ling Tian frowned after hearing this. He instinctively felt that something was not right.
"Then let our people increase their vigilance and also prepare to evacuate at any time.
How about this, I'll go and ask Mr. Mario Cuiet to see what he thinks."
Ling Tian walked out of the base and directly found Royce. He wanted Royce to convey his request to see Mario Cuiet.
However, he soon received feedback from Royce, who told him that Mario Cuiet was preparing for the World Psychic Convention and did not have time to receive Ling Tian.
Ling Tian expressed his regret but said nothing. This was understandable, as he was indeed extremely busy at the moment.
So Ling Tian headed towards the bar. He wanted to inquire at the bar, but as soon as he reached the dock, several people walked towards him, led by a woman in a cloak.
"Mr. Ling Tian, are you available now? I have something I want to discuss with you!"
Ling Tian heard this familiar voice, and felt as if the surrounding air had dropped a few degrees. He knew that this woman was none other than the island master Mario Cuiet's daughter, Aurora Cuiet.
"Of course, Madam, I am honored!"
"Let's go for a walk by the sea!" Aurora invited him proactively.
Ling Tian was a little surprised, because he had interacted with Aurora several times and knew her quite well. This woman was very cold, like a block of ice.
For her to proactively invite a man like him was as unlikely as the sun rising from the west.
"It's better to obey than to refuse. Please!"
So the two walked side by side towards the beach. The weather was very cold today, and the wind was strong. There were not many people by the sea. After the two arrived by the sea, Aurora suddenly turned around and said to the four bodyguards following her:
"You, step back, retreat to a hundred meters away from me!"
"Miss, this is not within the rules. We must protect you closely. This is an order from Mr. Cuiet!" The head bodyguard said with a troubled expression.
Unexpectedly, Aurora glared at him, "I didn't say you can't protect me, I just asked you to stay away. I have something to discuss with Mr. Ling Tian!"
"But your safety..."
"Do you think anyone can harm me on Hell Paradise Island?
Do you think your strength is greater than mine?
What use is it if you are by my side if the person who can harm me is someone else!"
As Aurora spoke, a chilling aura emanated from her. The man flinched and had no choice but to shut his mouth. He made a gesture to his companions, and they immediately stood in place, only daring to follow Ling Tian and Aurora from a distance.
The man and woman walked side by side for dozens of meters, and then Aurora said in a low voice, "Mr. Ling Tian, it's a bit presumptuous to ask you out suddenly, but I feel that some things are unusual, and I need your help!"
Ling Tian looked at Aurora. Her blue eyes were as pure as sapphires.
"Why are you looking for me?" Ling Tian was a little confused. He didn't know why this woman would come to him.
"Because your strength is very great. I can feel it, and only you can help me!"
"Then do you trust me so much? Aren't you afraid I'll betray you?"
"My intuition tells me that you are an upright and trustworthy person!" Aurora said calmly.
"Uh... alright, I admit, you are very right!"
Aurora was also stunned by Ling Tian's answer, not expecting such a thick-skinned response.
"Miss Aurora, please tell me truthfully what has happened!"
"Mr. Ling Tian, it's about my father. I've noticed that my father has been a bit abnormal lately!"
Ling Tian frowned, because according to the information he received from the three leaders, Mario Cuiet did not seem to have any abnormalities.
"Can you elaborate?"
"My father has taken back the management rights of some of my affairs on the island!
He told me to prepare for battle with all my might and to deal with some emergencies on the island!"