The request was quickly accepted.
Lin Yi did not choose his somewhat overly private virtual lounge. Instead, he set the meeting place in the Silver-Blue Space, a domain he had spent quite a few Star Crystals to specially apply to expand, built on his private space and Pan-Spirit Alliance privileges.
This place did not merely simulate Blue Star's scenery. It gently blended the vastness of the Star Sea with Blue Star's ethereal beauty.
A clear sea rippled beneath their feet, reflecting the stars scattered across the sky. On the distant horizon, the outline of a blue planet appeared and disappeared amid the nebulae.
Cang Ming's figure quietly took shape. Still dressed in his black robe, he cast a curious glance around.
"Little Junior Brother, you've arranged this place rather tastefully."
A faint smile touched Cang Ming's lips as he offered his opinion.
Unlike the grandeur or austerity of most virtual spaces, this place had a tranquility all its own.
Lin Yi did not rush to ask his questions. Instead, he led Cang Ming toward an elegant pavilion that had appeared abruptly in the middle of the sea.
Made of emerald bamboo and warm jade, the pavilion blended strangely well with the surrounding sea of stars.
He gestured, and a simple, elegant tea set appeared on the stone table in the pavilion. Steam curled above a pot of freshly brewed tea.
"Please, have a seat, Senior Brother."
Lin Yi was respectful yet composed. He personally poured Cang Ming a cup of tea, the clear liquid rippling gently in the jade cup. "This is a specialty drink from my hometown. Please give it a try, Senior Brother."
Cang Ming accepted the cup, then took a small sip.
He closed his eyes slightly, savoring the faint bitterness as it spread across his tongue,