Lin Mu's time in the Green Lotus Temple passed with a rare and calming tranquility.
He performed chores, occasionally cooked for the monks whenever he was permitted, and continued his cultivation. He trained and guided Meng Bai, and joined the Elders and Abbots for discussions once a week.
Sometimes, the Saintess would invite him to share tea—high up in the clouds, from where one could overlook the entirety of the Green Lotus Temple's vast territory.
It was, in many ways, a well-earned reprieve from the chaos that had colored much of his recent past.
And just like that, six months passed in the blink of an eye.
That morning, Lin Mu awoke early as usual and proceeded to his daily meditation before breakfast.
To his mild surprise, everyone was present in the courtyard, and even Daoist Chu had decided to partake in the morning meal.
This was a rare occurrence, as the man typically preferred to dine privately down in the Lotus Prefecture.
CREAK
