Wu Jian ate breakfast on a terrace overlooking the Xing Family gardens. The lush array of flowers and flowing rivers spread across several lǐ of land. A single bonsai tree sat on an island surrounded by a moat of tranquil water in the garden’s center.
He was not alone. Xing Zhenya sat on the opposite side of the table and spoke while she ate.
“I’m planning to take a group out to explore the Magical Beast Forest today. Are you interested in coming with me?”
“I would be honored,” Wu Jian said before taking a bite of his congee. A burst of flavor from medicinal seasonings struck his tongue. It was easier to consume now than it had been yesterday, but he still wasn’t used to it.
At the present, Wu Jian still couldn’t progress in his training. He had already hit a peak for his physical fitn
