Suddenly, the ball of flame emitted a strange, ethereal sound, resembling the chime of a distant bell. The sound reverberated through the inner universe as the flame split into two halves. One half vanished almost instantly, while the other began to transform.
To Liang's astonishment, the ball of flame slowly took on the shape of a young girl. The girl had long, flowing red hair that seemed to glow with an inner fire, and her eyes sparkled with an intelligent golden hue. She was dressed in a flowing robe made of the finest silk, embroidered with intricate phoenix designs.
The girl extended her hand towards Liang, her eyes filled with a mixture of curiosity and anticipation. Liang hesitated for a moment before reaching out and taking her hand.
As their fingers intertwined, a surge of warmth and understanding flowed between them.
