Several days later, the three travel-worn companions crossed the border and finally set foot on the soil of the Star Luo Empire.
The humming of soul tools in the air grew noticeably quieter, and that old-world atmosphere returned.
Broad fields and rolling mountains stretched along both sides of the road. Compared with the soul-powered streetlights and rail vehicles found everywhere in the Sun Moon Empire, the scenery here certainly seemed far less developed.
"Young master, so this is the Star Luo Empire?" Nana could not help looking around curiously, her keen eyes brimming with wonder.
She had grown up in Mingdu, accustomed to the cold gleam of metal and the precise workings of soul tools. Now, standing in a country filled with nature's vitality and ancient charm, she felt as though she had stepped into another era.
Although that assessment was somewhat exaggerated, the gap between the two countries in soul guidance technology was indeed visible to the naked eye.
Ling Ya was more composed. Recalling Dai Youheng's original purpose for this journey, he asked quietly, "Young master, you originally left the mansion under the duke's orders to explain the matter of the Tyrant Tiger Soul Refining Blade to the Western Army Group. Now, not only have we failed to go there, we've delayed for quite some time and headed in the opposite direction. I fear the White Tiger Duke must already be furious. Should we turn around immediately and head to the army?"
Dai Youheng merely waved dismissively at his words, a faint, indifferent smile even lingering at the corner of his mouth. "No need. He couldn't possibly still be with the Western Army Group. Judging by how much time has passed, he should have returned to Star Luo City long ago."
He explained, "That mother of mine may