Tang Yusheng stood in awe as he beheld the vast expanse of the Dark Wood Forest, its ominous aura sending shivers down his spine. The sheer magnitude of the forest's presence was enough to instill a sense of trepidation in even the bravest of cultivators. We stood at its edge, our determination palpable, but before delving into its depths, I made a decision to revisit the familiar tavern that had provided respite during my previous journey.
"Excuse me, we would like a room for the two of us," I requested politely, addressing the innkeeper behind the counter.
The innkeeper, unaware of my true identity due to my concealed Qi, attended to our request with a welcoming smile. Time had passed, and many cultivators had crossed his path since my last visit, making it unlikely that he would recognize me.
