The next day.
Shen Haoran steps echoed through the open air hallway, leading towards the port where the Profound Ark was waiting for them.
The jade walkways were suspended thousands of meters above the ground, offering an uninterrupted view of the shifting clouds and the shimmering spiritual barrier that protected the central core of the domain.
"Welcome back, young master."
At that moment, a soft, melodic voice broke the silence of the corridor.
Shangguan Mu'er stepped out from the shadow of a grand pillar and bowed gracefully to Haoran.
Her unique bluish-silver hair swayed like silk strands caught in a celestial breeze, and her bluish-silver eyes seemed to brighten, casting a brilliant, clear light the moment she laid eyes on him.
Her posture was the epitome of refined elegance, yet there was an underlying layer of profound, hidden strength pulsing beneath her calm exterior.
