Deep in a valley, a burly, unkempt man was gently stroking a flowerpot in his hands, his gaze fixed with deep affection on a small blade of grass growing inside it.
"A-Yin, our child is very talented. I believe that one day he will be able to avenge both of us. Since Xiao San chose to walk the path of a Spirit Master, it was destined that he must shoulder the responsibilities that rightfully belong to him."
"Rest assured, though—before Xiao San grows up, I will always protect him."
Chapter 44