Closed the door.
...
A whole night without words.
Having finally escaped the arduous conditions of the wilderness, everyone slept well on this day, especially Tianlan, Ai Xiaoxiao, and Gita, who appeared refreshed the next morning, a stark contrast to before.
The snow was still light the next day, seemingly indicating that the relentless snowstorm might finally be clearing. Fang Hong discussed the Crow's Claw Sanctuary with his Ship's Officer during breakfast. He was indeed somewhat intrigued by the sudden appearance of the 'Sanctuary' but was even more curious about what lay behind it.
He suspected it might have been Elpaxin or a local power intervening, or perhaps His Highness the Prince, as only they would have such intent and motivation.
Yet Hilveld listened and smiled then shook her head, saying, "It wouldn't be His Highness the Prince."
Fang Hong looked at her, somewhat surprised.
