Morning sunlight filtered through the treetops, casting mottled shadows on the campsite where Xu Shang and his three companions were resting. After a simple breakfast, they set off once again.
After a morning of searching, they had traversed dense forests, crossed winding streams, and scaled steep hills, yet still found no trace of Ling Zhuer. They had questioned mercenary groups and other travelers they encountered along the way, but received only disappointed shakes of the head in response.
By afternoon, the four of them chose a shady spot to stop and rest for a while.
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