Everyone looked at Di Tian with "anticipation"...
In Di Tian's eyes, however, the atmosphere of the group had changed.
Zhongli's expression turned "gloomy," his arms crossed, with amber light shining in his eyes, exuding a carefree, "bring it on" attitude, which truly started led to Di Tian.
He wasn't sure about the others' combat abilities, but this man had once demonstrated a rain of stone spears right before his eyes!
Xiao turned sideways, his face expressionless, but black mist began to emanate from his body...
If Azahada's eyes were blood-red, staring at him intensely, this was a "malevolent dragon" after all!
As for Paimon, she bared her pearly white teeth, wearing an evil smile...
This was a situation where Di Tian had no choice but to help!
Di Tian fell silent for a moment, a cold sweat dripping from his forehead, as he began to gather his thoughts.
After a while, he finally clasped his hands and said, "May I ask what kind of help the young lady requires?"
After saying this, Di Tian paused and continued, "Though I, Di Tian, am not particularly talented and my strength is weak, I am willing to go through fire and water for the young lady without hesitation!"
Di Tian stood tall and straight, exuding an air of righteous determination, he will to survive clearly at its peak.
Hearing this, the girl in the large sleeves was slightly taken aback. She changed around, somewhat puzzled.
Did they look like bad people?
Why did this Black Dragon gentleman seem so ready to face death?
Firstly, Zhongli looked every bit like a nobleman, with his attire and every movement exuding refinement.
Such a person didn't seem like a bad guy.
If Azahada was only the size of three palms, clearly a cute pet, what kind of ill intentions could he have?
Xiao, such a handsome young man, seems like an honest person...
As for Paimon, did this little one even have any combat ability?
Of course, when it came to her, her appearance didn't suggest any combat prowess either!
Why, then?
Di Tian: "..."
Why?
Hmph...
If only our positions were reversed, you'd understand why.
The girl in the large sleeves waved her hand and said sincerely, "Mr. Di Tian, it's really nothing much…"
"We asked you to come up to help us press this shutter, that is, to help us capture some beautiful moments in our lives."
Guizhong shook the camera in her hand and demonstrated it to Di Tian.
With a click, Di Tian was started, as were the other beasts.
Was this some kind of divine artifact?
The next moment, the beasts were stunned as a photo slowly emerged from the camera and landed in Guizhong's hand.
"Mr. Di Tian, this is a photo. You look truly majestic in your black robe."
Guizhong handed the photo to Di Tian, who instinctively took it.
After glancing at the photo in his hand, Di Tian fell silent.
In the photo, Di Tian looked dazed, with Zhongli and Paimon beside him.
"So... so magical."
"Is this really me from earlier?"
As the former Dragon God's guard, he had seen much of the world, but he had never experienced something like this.
Suddenly, Di Tian seemed to realize something, feeling somewhat bewildered.
Were these people really just here for a trip?
"Thank you, miss. May I keep this photo?"
This photo held no real significance for Di Tian, but he wanted to keep it as a memento.
Whenever he looked at it, he would remember his helplessness today and strive to cultivate harder, aiming to change his destiny as a dragon.
Guizhong nodded. The photo was meant to be given to Di Tian as a token of appreciation for taking the picture.
"If Mr. Di Tian likes it, please take it."
"After you help us take more photos, you can also invite the others below to come up for a group photo. For long-lived species like us, photos are a way to reminisce about the past."
Di Tian hesitated slightly. Was their goal really this simple?
If they were to come up for a group photo...
Thinking carefully, if they really intended to make a move, there would be no difference whether they did it in the Lake of Life or here, right?
"Alright!"
Di Tian gritted his teeth, decided to take the risk.
These people weren't human, so they wouldn't be that deceitful!
"Mr. Di Tian, when you press the shutter, remember to say 'one, two, three, cheese!'"
"???"
Although Di Tian didn't understand, he didn't ask further and nodded to indicate he got it.
Seeing this, everyone also went to the lakeside to choose a spot and stood in position.
Zhongli stood in the center, smiling.
Xiao stood to Zhongli's left, looking resolute, his gaze fixed straight ahead.
Guizhong stood to Zhongli's right, with If Azahada perched on her head, her eyes slightly glancing at Zhongli beside her.
Paimon sat on Zhongli's shoulder, looking delighted.
"Everyone, let's begin!"
Di Tian waved his hand, and this scene, his anxious heart finally settled.
It seemed they really were just a family out for a trip to the Lake of Life.
Following Guizhong's instructions, Di Tian shouted somewhat awkwardly, "One, two, three, cheese!"
"Cheese!"
With a click, time seemed to freeze at that moment, and a beautiful scene appeared in the camera.
For a brief moment, Di Tian showed a look of envy.
If the Dragon God hadn't died, if that great war hadn't happened...
Perhaps he would already have a family with the one he loved, surrounded by children and grandchildren?
A blissful image flashed in his mind, but it shattered in an instant.
Such a life was not something he could aspire to now.
As before, a photo slowly emerged from the camera's slot and landed in Di Tian's hand.
Paimon eagerly flew over to Di Tian, who, without thinking much, handed the photo to her.
"I... I wonder if everyone is satisfied. If not..."
Before Di Tian could finish, Paimon exclaimed, "Wow, Di Tian, your photography skills are amazing! Your hand didn't shake at all!"
Di Tian: "..."
Did he dare let his hand shake?
Without pressure, he might have made a mistake, but with the weight he carried now, could he afford even a single slip-up?
Thinking of the consequences, Di Tian shuddered.
Hearing this, everyone gathered around Paimon to look at the photo. It had to be said, Di Tian's "skills" were quite good, the photo was clear, well-composed, and not blurry.
For a first attempt, it was almost divine.
"Let's take a few more!"
These words felt like a demon's whisper, making Di Tian tremble, but he couldn't refuse. He forced himself to stay focused.
His heart might tremble, but his hand couldn't!
"One, two, three..."
As time passed, Guizhong and Paimon were finally satisfied and didn't ask for more photos, allowing Di Tian to breathe a sigh of relief.
"Gentlemen and ladies below, would you like to take a few photos as keepsakes?"
Guizhong called out to the Lake of Life, her voice clear and sweet, but to the ears of the beasts, it sounded like the call of a demon.
The beasts exchanged glances and finally nodded reluctantly.
"I'll go up with you..."