Meanwhile, within the heart of the Azure Spring Grove, Yun Lintian stood at the edge of the pool, his mind awhirl with newfound knowledge. His encounter with the primordial essence had shattered his preconceived notions about this world, opening up a realm of possibilities that both excited and terrified him.
He glanced at the setting sun, its rays painting the sky with hues of orange and crimson. The allotted time for the first stage was dwindling, and he had yet to score a single point.
A faint smile played on his lips, it was time for him to get some points.
Yun Lintian turned and faced the dense undergrowth of the Azure Spring Grove, his senses attuned to the subtle energy signatures that permeated the air. The grove, a vibrant tapestry of towering trees and lush vegetation, now thrummed with a different kind of energy – the primal aura of profound beasts.