Gazing at White Impermanence through the mist, Li Huowang's expression was grave. He was pondering how to negotiate with this entity when he abruptly snapped awake.
The moment he awoke, Li Huowang instantly felt someone beside him. He turned his head sharply and saw a toddler who looked as if he had just learned to walk. Dressed in open-crotched pants, the child sat on the ground, curiously picking at the Copper Coins on Li Huowang's mask with his fingers.
Li Huowang looked around at the others still sleeping, then bent down, picked up the child, and after taking a few quick steps, placed him in a woman's arms. He then stood up and walked quietly toward where Bai Sai was sleeping.
Before Li Huowang could get close, Bai Sai awoke. He shot Li Huowang a look, and they both walked toward the surrounding forest.
Swatting a mosquito on his neck, Li Huowang said to Bai Sai with a stern expression, "I just dreamed about that being. He's still watching us. He hasn't left."
