The train plunged into the depths of a deep-blue dream. Bai Heng half-closed his eyes and raised his fingertips. The edict blade "Chi" slid from its sheath with a crisp hum.
At the same time, ink-like colors flowed from the blade's guard, spreading from around him throughout the entire train.
All of this happened the instant the train entered the dream. It was merely a trivial trick, its only effect being to lessen the dream's influence on everyone and make it easier for them to awaken from this illusory realm.
Drip, drip. The sound of gears meshing clearly reached his ears, like the face of a clock turning.
When Bai Heng opened his eyes amid the faint rustling of chimes, he found himself in a corridor that resembled the reflection of an ocean.
A dim environment, cool-toned decor, and a frosty woman standing with her sword in her arms.
"Looks like only the two of us have awakened so far."
Bai Heng greeted her.
But Yomi merely changed her stance, uncrossing her legs. One hand rested on her hip while the other held her sword. Her expression revealed neither joy nor anger as she silently watched him.
Bai Heng had the distinct feeling that her next words would be, "Have you eaten? If not, eat my blade."
"I'll be leaving for a while."
Bai Heng chose not to remain silent.
"I know you seem to have some connection with the Nameless, which is why you chose to help them. But I can't be bothered joining the fun. With you here, that's enough."
In truth, Bai Heng had boarded the train only because he sensed that Yomi was here, and had come along to check on her.
Penacony's waters were too muddy. Since someone had come to deal with it, there