In the early morning, sunlight still filtered through the gaps in the leaves like golden threads, casting a warm glow over the tranquil courtyard. I was fast asleep in a sweet dream, completely unaware of the new day about to dawn.
Suddenly, a steady sound of footsteps approached from afar. I stirred slightly, knowing instantly in my heart that Mufeng had come to wake me for cultivation. Soon after, his familiar, gentle voice sounded: "Xiaoxi, time to get up and cultivate."
I slowly opened my eyes, and Mufeng was the very first thing I saw. He stood quietly there, seeming to blend seamlessly with the surrounding nature. The sunlight fell upon him, draping him in a layer of golden radiance that made him appear even more sacred and unapproachable.
Chapter 153