The days flowed by like water.
Inside the Stone Lodge, the Earth Fire roared, filling the air with ash.
A scorching heat permeated the valley air. Even the wind had lost its coolness, turning scalding hot.
A disciple from Feather Peak, who prided himself on his jade-like refinement, could not endure such conditions.
The newcomer held an umbrella. He was tall, dressed in feathered robes and holding a white fan, exuding a gentle, jade-like grace.
He wore a white robe, its hem weighted by a green pendant. His long hair was tied back, fastened with a simple jade hairpin.
Even An Caiwei, a woman herself, felt outshone in this senior brother's presence. Steeling herself, she said,
"Brother, please don't be upset. Junior Brother Bai is already working at full capacity. He might be able to take a look at your Pill Formula in the last two days before the deadline…"
The disciple from Feather Peak sighed.
