Nuwa's surprise turned into disbelief when the sacred lady revealed the Sacred Sakura disciple's official token.
The token glimmered faintly in the dim light. Its delicate sakura pattern symbolizes acceptance and promise. The sacred lady's words were calm yet filled with purpose, acknowledging her exceptional entrance test performance and offering encouragement. She finally became an official disciple!
At that moment, she clutched the token tightly. Her usual guarded expression softened, and tears welled up a bit in the corner of her eyes. For the first time in years, she felt a sense of belonging. She had a fragile hope that her burdens could lighten even for a bit, and her path might lead to something brighter.
However, the sacred lady suddenly rubbed her face for a brief moment. She immediately stepped back, but the sacred lady had already turned away.
