Early morning, the Imperial Advisor's Residence.
Jiang Ning walked out through the courtyard gate. Ahead, the accumulated snow in the courtyard had already been cleared into a narrow path.
The strange phenomena from last night's breakthrough had long since subsided. At this moment, his aura was drawn inward, the silver radiance in his eyes hidden away, leaving only a gentle, tranquil calm.
The faint sound of firecrackers and children's laughter drifting in from outside the residence added a few touches of life to this winter day.
"Young Master, breakfast is ready." Luyi walked over from beneath the corridor, carrying steaming hot congee and pastries in her hands.
When she saw Jiang Ning, a smile immediately appeared on her face. "Zhong Ling is in the kitchen helping make Dumplings. She said it's a New Year custom from where they're from."
Jiang Ning nodded and followed her toward the dining hall.
At this moment, his heart was utterly at peace.
Having entered Mixed Origin, he was now a hidden dragon emerging from the abyss.
Now his heart was filled with confidence. In this world, there were no longer many people worthy of making him afraid.
Because he could already feel the powerful strength within his own body.
The human body formed its own little world, the physical frame formed its own "Domain," and not the slightest bit of power leaked outward anymore, circulating endlessly within him.
Now, any casual move, any gesture, could simultaneously stir the power of Essence, Qi, and Spirit, causing its might to surge by more than double.
Just how strong he was now—even he himself had no bottom to it.
But he understood that today was different from the past.
"Young Master, I feel like something about you has changed!" Following beside Jiang Ning, Luyi could not help