Xiao Yu and Zi Yan flew toward the territory beyond Ghost-Suppressing Pass.
Xiao Yan had left the Jia Ma Empire a year ago and returned to the Black-Corner Region. Xiao Yu had no idea where that fellow had gone now, but that was just as well. As the protagonist, the kid would never quietly stay in one place to cultivate.
Perhaps he had already reached the Central Plains ahead of Xiao Yu.
Xiao Yu planned to visit the Black-Corner Region, settle Xiao Court's affairs, and leave Zi Yan with Su Qian before setting off for the Central Plains.
After flying out of Ghost-Suppressing Pass, the two headed straight into the Black-Corner Region.
High in the sky, Zi Yan wore a gloomy, unhappy expression. She had learned that Xiao Yu actually intended to ditch her and send her back to Jia Nan Academy.
She had already grown used to following Xiao Yu around. The mere thought of returning to that boring place, Jia Nan Academy, left her restless and upset.
Xiao Yu paid her no mind, concentrating instead on flying toward the Black-Corner Region.
"Hmm?"
Upon reaching a certain spot, Xiao Yu suddenly stopped and looked in one direction.
Zi Yan also looked at him in confusion and asked, "What's wrong?"
Xiao Yu had stopped because he had detected a familiar aura nearby.
That aura should not have been here. Curious, Xiao Yu flew toward its source.
Although Xiao Yu ignored her question, the girl still followed him in a huff.
They arrived in a dense forest with a small stream. The surroundings were beautiful, filled with birdsong and the fragrance of flowers. The soft burbling of flowing water only made the place feel more peaceful and soothing.
A figure sat atop a large boulder beside the stream.
She wore