Waiting for Ethan's return.
The three were not familiar with one another. They ate and drank in silence. For a time, the atmosphere turned awkward and quiet.
Azure Origin Dao Sect, Serene Mirror Lake.
A streak of golden light flashed across the surface of the lake. Ethan's figure appeared. He stepped upon the water and walked calmly toward the shore.
"Who is it?"
A cold shout rang out.
Ethan did not turn around. He only spoke lightly, "You boy, has it been so long that you can no longer detect your master's aura?"
The sturdy young man in the distance froze for a moment. Then joy burst across his face.
"Master!"
"Master, you have returned!"
Elias sheathed the long sword in his hand and hurried forward.
"I am back. Is the sect well?"
"The sect is thriving. Under Master Aunt Liana's leadership, our Azure Origin Dao Sect has become the strongest sect in Skyreach Territory."
"Mm."
Ethan nodded slightly.
It seemed Junior Sister Liana had taken the position of sect leader.
