It was pointless to ask anything else without tangible clues, so Liam spent the rest of the trip immersed in his circulation technique. Every second he meditated improved his self-control, and he would need that soon enough.
By dawn, the carriage stopped at the edge of a thick forest that expanded over a hill. The trio hopped off the ride, and Elliot didn't hesitate to lead the way inside.
Truth be told, Liam didn't need a guide at that point. Even from the forest's edge, his ears captured something, which half an hour of travel eventually revealed.
The hill wasn't straightforward. A vast depression stood alongside one of its slopes, creating a valley where the thick vegetation partially receded to make room for mud.
Most importantly, a vast shimmering lake occupied the depression, setting Liam's perception alight. That clear water was Qi-enhanced, so much so that Liam glanced at Melissa.
