It's Time to Go

The next day, the sky had only just begun to brighten.

If this had been the outside world, the blazing sun would already have hung high in the sky, spilling golden light across the earth.

But this was the Soulbreak Mountains, a true land of other races. Grayish-white mist that never dispersed year-round coiled around the entire mountain range in layer after layer. Even the fiercest sunlight at noon could not pierce this heavy veil of fog.

The mist carried the damp smell of mildew and a faint scent of blood. From time to time, unknown beasts let out low roars in the distance, sounds that seemed to rise from deep beneath the earth and sent chills down one's spine.

The little girl Ruo Xuan rubbed her sleepy eyes and pushed the door open as she yawned.

She was petite, her black hair slightly disheveled as it fell over her shoulders. Her cheeks were very...

She wore a pale green dress and white shoes, making her look exceedingly sweet and adorable.

The mist washed over her face, filling her with a strong sense of discomfort.

Staring at the surging fog outside, she shrank her neck and muttered, "The fog is still so thick. When will we ever be able to see the sun here?"

"This is a land of other races. The fog never disperses here, so you won't be seeing any sunlight."

A tall, burly figure appeared behind her. His shoulders were broad and his face stern—it was the taciturn Black Jade Qilin.

"Big Brother Mo, we should be able to leave this place today, right?"

The little girl asked with an expectant look.

She truly did not want to remain in this place any longer.

Black Jade Qilin shook his head. "I don't know."

The little girl rolled