True power was needed for most challenges, and Eldric's current cultivation base still felt woefully inadequate.
Not a single moment of laxity could be afforded in his training. The path forward demanded nothing less than relentless cultivation.
For several blissful days undisturbed by worldly affairs, Eldric dove headfirst into grueling cultivation sessions. His perseverance bore glorious fruit—energy crackled through his meridians as he broke through to Qi Refining Stage 4.
Pride warmed his dantian at the breakthrough. Just as he settled into this peaceful rhythm, Lirael's call sliced through his solitude like a dagger through silk. Her purposeful tone offered no details, nor did he press—some conversations demanded face-to-face discussion.
Never one to delay when Lirael summoned, he
