Deng He and the others, filled with trepidation, approached the officials assigned to receive them, stating their requests.
Upon hearing the needs of these Earthlings, the officials were slightly surprised but quickly expressed understanding, saying, "Rest assured, your compatriots are safe. Our Da Gan has always been known for its benevolence towards captives."
Lin Yong felt a slight easing of his anxiety upon hearing this, but he remained anxious.
After all, he was only hearing the words of Da Gan's officials and had not seen his loved ones with his own eyes. He truly couldn't be at ease.
He was particularly worried about his daughter, Lin Xue, who possessed top-tier beauty and grace, fearing that something untoward might happen.
Lin Yong quickly pleaded, "Your Excellencies, could we please see our compatriots first? My son and daughter are among them. I haven't heard from them in so long, and I'm truly worried!"
Deng He, standing beside him, chimed in, afraid the Da Gan officials might refuse.
The leading official pondered for a moment, deeming it not a significant issue, and nodded in agreement. "Very well. Coincidentally, the mansion where your compatriots are housed is not far from here, so it won't be difficult to take you there."
"However, I must remind you all: you are guests, but they are captives. Until you have negotiated terms with His Majesty to secure their release, it is best not to act rashly. Otherwise, you will bear the consequences!"
The official issued a solemn warning. Deng He and the others quickly nodded. "Rest assured, sir. We understand these rules. We only wish to meet them and will not take any other actions."
Klay and representatives from other countries followed suit, assuring that they would abide by Da Gan's regulations.
They too wished to see the captured passengers of the Nix, especially whether Vison and Prince Jack were safe, as it concerned the future peace of their families.
Seeing the Earthlings nod and give their assurances, the official wasted no further words and led the group toward the mansion where the captives were being held.
It was nighttime, and the mansion was brightly lit. However, the Earthlings under house arrest felt no hint of sleepiness.
Most were too anxious to sleep, wondering when Earth would send people to Da Gan to ransom them back.
This new continent was indeed novel and wondrous, filled with cultivators and various extraordinary creations, dazzling and eye-opening.
But all of this was irrelevant to the vast majority, as they lacked cultivation talent and were destined to be estranged from it.
They could only watch as their more gifted companions opened the doors to a new world, exploring and attempting cultivation.
Those with talent, however, were too excited to sleep, clutching the cultivation methods gifted by Da Gan, fearing they might vanish if they closed their eyes.
Among them, Lin Zihao was the happiest and most thrilled because, out of hundreds of people, he was the only one admitted to Da Gan Academy, where he could systematically learn cultivation.
The rest could only rely on their own exploration and individual comprehension.
Lin Wencheng, listening to Lin Zihao's good news about his grandson attending Da Gan Academy to learn cultivation, was brimming with enthusiasm and excitement.
As a grandfather, he was genuinely happy for his grandson. However, at this moment, his face showed a mixture of joy and worry, for tomorrow was the day of the concubine selection, and his granddaughter was being considered.
Although Lin Xue herself was willing, Lin Wencheng found it difficult to accept immediately.
He was the Emperor of an entire cultivation dynasty, the ruler of all cultivators. His granddaughter was merely a mortal, possessing nothing but beauty and a good figure. Was she worthy?
If she were chosen, would she face suppression and persecution from the other imperial concubines who had cultivated?
His mind conjured images from palace intrigue dramas.
Just then, the mansion doors were pushed open, and a group of people entered.
Those who were still awake were drawn by the commotion and looked over. Upon seeing the newcomers, they were all stunned.
After a moment of stunned silence, they finally reacted, their faces lighting up with immense joy and excitement!
"Officer Vison! Is that you? How did you get here?"
"Speaker Klay, is it really you? My goodness, to meet you here, am I dreaming?"
"General Deng? And you, you rascal, how did you get here too?"
Recognizing the identities of the familiar faces before them, everyone's excitement was palpable. Some even shed tears, their hearts turbulent.
The sinking of the Nix cruise ship and their stranding on an unknown continent was already a terrible misfortune.
Who could have imagined that this unknown continent was a cultivation continent, inhabited by cultivators and various ferocious beasts?
Not long after landing, they had lost several people in the Giant King Forest and were subsequently captured, becoming lambs to the slaughter.
Even though these cultivators claimed they wouldn't harm them, everyone remained on edge, fearing that one day these cultivators might decide to kill them on a whim.
Now, seeing people from Earth arriving to rescue them, it was impossible for the Earthlings not to be excited and thrilled.
Representatives from various countries also breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing the missing passengers safe, signifying that their first objective for this journey had been achieved.
Vison, seeing that Prince Jack was unharmed, finally lifted a great weight from his heart and quickly stepped forward to inquire about the situation.
Klay and representatives from other countries also approached their respective nationals to understand the circumstances.
Meanwhile, Deng He had already engaged in conversation with Lin Wencheng.
"Elder Lin, I am relieved to see you are safe. I was specifically instructed to ensure your safe return to Huaxia," Deng He said.
Lin Wencheng waved his hand. "I am an old man. There's nothing particularly noteworthy about me. It wouldn't matter much if I died out here."
"Elder Lin, you are too humble. You have made contributions to Huaxia."
"That's all in the past. Let's not dwell on it."
As they chatted, Lin Yong, standing nearby, embraced his son and daughter, his eyes slightly red and his body trembling.