Li Qiu once again attempted to use a spirit stone to lure fish, but unfortunately, after the commotion earlier that night, not a single fish took the bait. Resigned, Li Qiu had to forage for fruits in the mountains to satisfy his hunger.
By now, the sky was faintly brightening, and the morning star in the east twinkled like a beacon above Li Qiu's head. He took a deep breath and began his breathing exercises amidst the morning dew; in an instant, he felt refreshed, and the fatigue from the long night vanished.
When Li Qiu returned to the Bamboo House, he saw his master still fast asleep, so he retreated to his own bamboo house to rest and meditate.
Chapter 66