In the Deceitful Realm, Song Ciwan put on a shameful expression, delivering the performance of a lifetime.
But her heart was pounding. She had no idea if her response had been appropriate, and a sense of tension spread invisibly through her.
'To be honest, ever since she began her Cultivation, Song Ciwan had rarely felt her emotions in such turmoil. The feeling wasn't pleasant. It was novel, yes, but more than that, it felt strange and uncontrollable.'
After a few breaths, the child across from Song Ciwan tilted his chin up slightly and grunted in acknowledgment. "Fifty-two, you say? Not exactly young, but a fine age to begin your studies! You said you have no family left. Did you originally live in Xiyuan Village, over the mountain?"
"I heard Xiyuan Village was hit by a flash flood. A pitiful sight, I'm sure..."
