In fact, Fu Qian was not certain whether there were Fishmen on the way back.
The Sea of Ashes has an effective perception barrier.
But a true master should be brave enough to make judgments, or even presumptions.
Consider the legendary siren-like Fishmen who neither attack nor leave, singing gently with you here—what could their purpose be?
Is this their paradise? Hence, they were cultivated into ease of mood, shunning strife?
Given the setting of the Sea of Ashes, it's better to suspect a conspiracy rather than indulge in fairytale fantasies.
The simplest assumption is that they are drawing attention to themselves. So, suspecting an ambush isn't too far-fetched, right?
And if it's just malicious speculation, and the Fishmen are indeed warm and hospitable, with their singing meant to welcome?
Well, that makes things even easier. Rush forward to say hello; they might even lead the way!
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