The next day, when the first rays of dawn filtered through the window lattice of the cave abode on Purple Mist Peak, casting dappled shadows on the bed, Mu Xiaochuan finally woke up, satisfied.

Having returned yesterday, he hadn't yet gone back to his old haunt. So, after dressing neatly and bidding farewell to everyone, he took Su Yao and Ye Lingxuan back to the Listening Bamboo Pavilion.

However, before reaching the pavilion, they saw several people waiting at the entrance.

"Disciple Xiao Yunhe greets Elder Mu! Hall Master Ye of Heaven Vault Pavilion requests Elder Mu's presence at the pavilion!"