Kexin stood beside me, her expression filled with nostalgia, as she slowly explained the importance of this structure.
The wildlings called this building the Shen Gong, a place where spirits descended to dwell among mortals.
Within the wildling tribes, only the High Priest who served the Sea God Qiye had the right to enter such buildings; anyone else who dared approach would be punished.
Kexin and Keya, having been chosen as Saintesses from a young age, were among the few granted the privilege to enter with the High Priest.
It was precisely because of this access that Kexin knew the location of the secret treasures within.
"If that's the case, this Shen Gong must be very important to your tribe. Why doesn't the Dunan tribe raid it?"
Kexin slowly explained the reason.
It turned out that on this nameless island, while there were many wildling tribes, big and small, all of them were followers of the Sea God Qiye.
Therefore, even if one tribe destroyed another, the religious sites of the vanquished tribe were not to be defiled.
This was why Kexin had been so certain earlier that the treasure location within the tribe had not been discovered.
Oh, divine right of kings?
The wildlings on this island, though not numerous and not highly civilized, had established a system that felt very much like that of the medieval Roman Papacy.
It was fortunate for me that they held religion in such high regard, otherwise, I wouldn't have benefited so easily.
Before entering, Kexin solemnly informed me that the treasure was located in the front courtyard of the Shen Gong, and the rear courtyard was strictly forbidden.
The rear courtyard was a forbidden area that even they, the two contemporary Saintesses, were not allowed to step into.
Even the High Priest rarely entered it.
Within the Kasa tribe, aside from the High Priest, anyone who dared to enter had never been seen again.
There had always been rumors within the tribe that this place held the Kasa tribe's greatest secret and was not to be desecrated by anyone!
I felt speechless. This Kasa tribe was truly good at creating drama.
To designate such a dangerous place within their own living area was quite preposterous!
We reached the courtyard. Kexin asked me to wait there for a moment, then she walked to a high wall.
She tapped on the wall a few times. The wall suddenly recessed, revealing an ancient wooden box.
Kexin carefully brought the wooden box to me. I took it and opened it. Inside lay a dagger and a ring.
The dagger was clearly no ordinary item.
The hilt was inlaid with an unknown sky-blue gemstone, as large as a pigeon's egg.
The blade was incredibly sharp. I gently plucked a strand of hair and placed it on the blade. When a gust of wind blew, the hair snapped in two.
What a treasure!
In ancient times, this would have been a divine weapon comparable to the Yu Chang Sword.
However, I already possessed an alloy knife. As good as this was, it wasn't of much use to me. If I could return to the outside world someday, selling it at auction would surely fetch a considerable sum.
I put the dagger into my backpack and then picked up the ring.
The casting of the ring was crude, yet it possessed a natural perfection.
It was delicately adorned with many small diamonds, clearly worth a fortune.
Today's haul was quite substantial. Both of these items were clearly precious. I packed them away and was about to lead the two sisters away when Kexin stopped me.
"Master, come with me."
Kexin tugged at my sleeve and led the way ahead.
I had no idea where Kexin was taking me, but I knew she wouldn't harm me.
She led me away from the small building directly in front of us, weaving through winding paths until we arrived at a secluded courtyard.
Upon entering, I was immediately captivated by what I saw.
This wasn't... !
Without pausing to observe my surroundings, I walked directly forward, took the crude piece of clothing from the wooden rack, and held it up, examining it closely.
This was the very same dress I had given to Pan Lili!
How could it be here!?
I was far too familiar with this dress. Pan Lili had pestered me relentlessly until I bought it for her!
Why would her clothing be found in the wildling Shen Gong?
Ever since Pan Lili escaped from me, I had heard nothing of her. A woman with no abilities like her should have long since perished in this dangerous forest.
Could she still be alive?
Holding the dress, I brought it to Kexin.
"Are there people from the outside living in your Shen Gong?"
Kexin's answer greatly surprised me.