The group rested for a long while. Once the three of them had fully recovered to peak condition, Zhang Deming finally said, "Alright, let's get going. The road ahead won't be so easy."
With that said, Zhang Deming pulled out a small, book-like map, glanced at it, and once again took the lead, heading forward. The other four followed close behind.
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After they set out again, they left the previously cleared area. The number of Demon Beasts began to increase, forcing their pace to slow drastically. The five of them became much more cautious.
After traveling for the better part of the day, Zhang Deming, with his Spiritual Eye active, steered them around a great deal of trouble.
Within the group, everyone clearly sensed Zhang Deming's mastery of Reconnaissance Techniques.
Because of this, no one had any objections to him leading the team. Just then, Zhang Deming, at the head of the group, came to a sudden stop. The four behind him halted in unison.
