Elder Alyssa's eyes bulged in astonishment. "Pocket realm artifacts that can house living quarters, store possessions, and support daily cultivation are among our sect's most prized treasures. We guard but a handful in our restricted vaults."
"However," he added sternly, "our sect's laws are clear—you must first complete your compulsory mission before claiming permanent ownership."
"Fail your task, and the artifact must be returned," he concluded with a meaningful glance.
"Uncle Alyssa," Ethan pressed eagerly, "what if I don't require cultivation spaces? Just something with room for living and storage—that's all I need."
"Ideally," he continued, eyes shining, "something vast enough for hundreds of courtyards and thousands of chambers? Does our sect possess such an artifact?"
The elder
