Heir Of The Celestial Throne & The Blooming Empress - Chapter 9: The Dragon’s Lair

... oppressive silence broken only by the occasional rustle of leaves and the distant howls of wolves. Tianyang held Yuqing's hand firmly as they ventured deeper, the mist swirling around them like ghostly veils. Though it was daytime outside, the moment they stepped into the forest, darkness engulfed them. It felt like midnight, with only the faint glow of their spiritual energy illuminating their path.

"This place feels alive," Yuqing whispered, her voice barely above a murmur.

Tia ...