Atop the mountain peak sat a colossal ancient pagoda. The pagoda was entirely black, radiating an ancient aura. Two powerful, archaic characters were carved on its front: Spirit Pagoda!
In front of the pagoda, an elderly man sat cross-legged. The man was dressed in white robes, with white hair and a white beard, exuding an ethereal aura.
Qin Feiyang looked at the old man. He had never seen him before?
Qin Yi bowed to the old man and said, "Elder Qin, we are here on the orders of the Empress to accompany His Highness the Fourteenth Prince to Spirit State. We request that you open the pagoda door."
The old man opened his eyes; they were bright and clear, devoid of any murkiness.
After glancing at Qin Yi and Qin Zhong, the old man looked towards Qin Feiyang, rose, and clasped his hands in a salute. "This old one greets Your Highness."
Qin Feiyang smiled. "Elder, there is no need for such formalities."
