At the break of dawn, the sky was dimly lit.
Lin Qi emerged from his cultivation chamber, trails of Spiritual Energy dispersing from around his body.
The four look-alike Maidens who had been standing outside the door wanted to step forward but were stopped by his gesture.
"You may all leave," he said.
"Yes," the Maidens replied softly, bowing their heads and walking to the side, most of them appearing somewhat disheartened.
The morning mist was hazy, mirroring Lin Qi's state of mind—confused and hesitant, not knowing whether to turn left to greet his mother or right to confide in his teacher.
Sighing inwardly, Lin Qi stared blankly at the familiar flowerbed for a moment, his feet unconsciously carrying him to the right.
Having taken only a few steps, Lin Qi paused. He looked up towards the wing where his teacher resided. Through several layers of walls, he saw a figure most familiar to him open the door and walk into his teacher's chambers...
And he heard:
