Late at night, in Feifeng Forest.
The mist was hazy; the forest deep without a sight of man or deer.
Du Zhong entered the deep forest to gather herbs, slowly returning, passing a stream, he sat down to rest, his face full of sorrow.
Three years ago, he got the Foundation Establishment Elixir, attempted Foundation Establishment, but at a critical moment, Heart Demon Tribulation came, failing his Foundation Establishment and injuring his foundation.
Now his lifespan is insufficient, he must strive harder, to obtain Lifespan Extension Pill for continued life, before attempting Foundation Establishment again.
Crack!
The sound of dry branches breaking came, Du Zhong startled and shouted, "Who's there?"
"Cough cough cough."
Under the scattered shadows of trees, the sound of coughing, and wisps of smoke spread out from behind the tree, accompanied by footsteps, a hunchbacked figure slowly emerged into view.
