The morning sun rose.
The first pure ray of heavenly light infused with Violet Qi passed through the mystical barriers of the cave abode, turning into an exceptionally soft, hazy glow.
It quietly filled the quiet room, dispelling the last trace of still darkness.
Disturbed by the sunlight, Su Miao's long lashes trembled as she slowly opened her eyes.
The first thing she saw was a jade-colored ceiling that glowed with a gentle luster.
Her consciousness, like a slowly rising bubble, gradually returned to her mind.
It took her a moment to realize where she was.
She was in the quiet room within Master Yuanshi's cave abode.
She had actually slept for an entire night in such a clean place.
And... it seemed she had slept on the bed?
How had she gotten onto the bed?
She had clearly fallen asleep leaning against the bedside yesterday...
Did I climb up here in my sleep?
Still groggy, she thought hazily. Her little body was soft and weak from just waking up, leaving her without much strength.
Out of habit, she wanted to stretch, only to discover that she was covered in an exceptionally thin, gentle layer of Clear Radiance.
As she awoke, it quietly dispersed, turning into tiny wisps of warmth that seeped into every part of her body.
She felt utterly comfortable, as though even her soul had been soaked in warm water. She had never felt so relaxed or at ease.
Did Second Master do this? He's quite considerate.
That small discovery eased much of her unease about the new surroundings.
Rubbing her sleepy eyes, she slowly sat up.
After a night of tossing and turning, her slightly curly, soft hair had already become a messy fluff.
Several stubborn cowlicks stood straight up, while many more strands were tangled