Adrian smiled and said, “Of course not. We were just stretching and exercising. I didn’t realize you were watching us.”

“I see, but wait!” The Soulnascent Tree, which had just started trusting Adrian, became wary again.

“What’s the matter?” Adrian asked, puzzled by the sudden shift in the Soulnascent Tree’s demeanor. He scanned the swamp with his divine consciousness but found nothing unusual. Even if there were an enemy, the Soulnascent Tree should have detected it only after him.

“You’re not just here for a casual visit,” the Soulnascent Tree observed. “An old man came here once and was tricked away by one of my companions. I can sense the Snake Vine on you. Clearly, you came prepared.”

Adrian laughed and said, “If I were here to capture you, you’d already be in trouble. Capturing you would be easy for me. Besides, what would be the point? Free drinks and food for life?”

“Free drinks and food? Don’t be absurd. Even if you’re prepared, you still can’t capture me. Can you explain