The old man did not expect that the woman would see through his identity.
However, after a moment of silence, he said firmly, "Even if you are right, the awakening of our Lord is a foregone conclusion. No one can stop this."
"Who said that? I came here to stop this." The woman of unknown origin raised her chin. "However, I need a little help from you."
"What do you want me to do?"
"Get in touch with that thing under the Forbidden City. You should have a way to do it, right?" said the woman as she took out a palm-sized bone flute.
"What is this?" The old man looked vigilant.
