Although the Eternal Winter Hidden Domain was not without a dessert culture of its own, this flavor derived from the plants of the Sand-Grass Hidden Domain was Ye Chen's first taste of its kind. His spirits immediately lifted, and he secretly marveled at the wonder of this new world.
Mu explained cheerfully from the side:
"Just like I mentioned to you yesterday, animals are relatively scarce around here. I usually live on a vegetarian diet myself, so it'll take some time to get hold of meat. You'll just have to make do for now."
Ye Chen replied earnestly:
"No, Grandpa Mu. You not only saved my life, but you've also taken such good care of my food, clothing, and daily needs. That has already far exceeded anything I expected, and it moves me deeply. Naturally, I wouldn't ask for anything more."
Mu gave a wry smile.
"Ah, you can't put it that way. You're still at the age where you're growing, after all. Meat is indispensable. Don't worry—while we travel today, I'll catch you a few rabbits."
Hearing this, another warm current welled up in Ye Chen's heart. He solemnly thanked Mu once again, wondering what sort of relationship his teacher had once had with Mu for the latter to care for him so attentively.
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As Mu watched Ye Chen eat with great relish, the kindly smile on his face slowly faded, as though he had once again fallen into deep thought.
Before long, after finishing the hearty breakfast, Ye Chen noticed one side of his vision filling with light. He turned to look toward the far end of the desert.
At the edge of the horizon, countless golden rays of morning sunlight had emerged. Innumerable blades of grass burst from the earth alongside the light like bamboo shoots