The clamor of the Grand Finals had already become a thing of the past.
Jiang Zhen did not choose to return with the Heaven Dou Empire's massive convoy.
Instead, he set out on a leisurely journey home with Bi Ji, Dugu Yan, Lan Xi, Ye Lingling, and Jiang Lingxi.
They followed a route from Spirit City to Sword City, Xilu City, Hagen Dasi City, Xiersisi City, and finally Heaven Dou City.
Along the way, they toured the mountains and waters, taking in the local customs of different cities.
For everyone, who had long been immersed in tense cultivation and fierce competition, this journey of more than a month was undoubtedly an excellent chance to relax and unwind.
Jiang Lingxi was filled with curiosity about all sorts of novel little things along the way, like a bird released from its cage.
Throughout the trip, Jiang Zhen was like a lazy young nobleman. He rarely involved himself in the itinerary, spending most of his time quietly watching the girls laugh and play.
Occasionally, Jiang Lingxi would drag him off to try something new, or he would buy them the accessories and trinkets they had taken a liking to.
Bi Ji remained by their side with her usual gentle warmth, like an accommodating older sister, looking after everyone's daily needs.
Zi Ji, meanwhile, secretly kept Xiao Wu with her, giving her no chance to escape.
On this day, the sky was high and the clouds light, warm sunlight spilling over the broad bluestone official road leading to Heaven Dou City.
From afar, they could already see the outline of the largest and grandest city in the northern part of the continent.
Jiang Lingxi skipped along at the front, taking a deep breath of the familiar air carrying the distinctive scent of grass