And it wasn't just that. Although Ian never paid much attention, he knew that the Leyan Territory had indeed been a holy ground for the Mountain People since ancient times... Even the Empire had made concessions, allowing the Baron Leyan of the Mountain People's bloodline to manage this land generation after generation.
So, could it be that this place was really the holy ground where the Qing Steel Dragon was worshipped back in the day?
"Scott, wait here for me," Ian instructed.
With a calm expression and an even tone, Ian steadied his heart. Scott seemed to sense something and promised with all seriousness, "I understand. I will make sure that no one else approaches Leyan Lake."
"Hmm."
Ian patted his shoulder then returned to the castle and took out the Book of Silver Radiance from his own pack.
This book, too, glimmered with pure silver light, just like the mysterious phenomena at Leyan Lake.
