Just Joking

"The other reason why I don't want to ascend has connections to the first reason. Since I don't have time to play, my progression will barely move, so even if I ascend, I will only be a hindrance to you all. Do you understand?"

"It's like sending a low-level player to a place filled with high-level monsters. I won't be able to do anything by myself if you leave my side even for a moment, brother. And I do not expect you to wait for me, as that would be a waste of time." Yu Rou sighed.

"But I can help you progress faster with treasures! You won't be a burden to me!" Yuan said.

"Don't even bother trying to convince me, brother. I have already decided to stay down here. Furthermore, I won't be alone since I will have Xia Jingyi by my side."