Zhang Xiaohua frowned and asked, "Uncle Nie, the temperature inside this valley seems a little higher than outside. Is it because of the alchemy?"
Valley Master Nie smiled. "Young Hero Ren, you truly are observant. At this time of year, the temperature is just like that outside; I had thought you would not notice it. In fact, if you came here in winter, the difference would be plain to see."
Zhang Xiaohua was taken aback and seemed to understand. "Could it be that the temperature inside the valley does not match that outside?"
"Exactly so. This valley is like spring all year round, with the same temperature throughout the seasons. Otherwise, why would Hui Chun Valley be named 'Return to Spring'?" Nie Qianyu said with a radiant smile.
The three continued onward as Valley Master Nie explained, "The inner valley is quite large, stretching more than several dozen li in every direction. Countless rare herbs are planted here. The area three to five li around the valley entrance is where the valley disciples often go. Farther in are some primeval forests, where birds and beasts dwell. Oh, Huanxi Mountain Villa's Four Unlike was found there."
Zhang Xiaohua nodded. He had already swept that place with his divine sense. Thick trees and luxuriant vegetation filled it, and there truly were many wild birds and beasts. It appeared to be a place rarely visited by human feet.
Pointing at the boundless medicinal fields ahead, Valley Master Nie said, "This can be considered the heart of Hui Chun Valley. All manner of herbs are grown here. Since the inner valley is like spring throughout the year, Hui Chun Valley's herbs are renowned across the realm. Naturally, it is precisely these herbs that created Hui Chun Valley's reputation for medicinal pills."
As he spoke,