As the sun bathed the Forbidden Forest in its warm embrace, the atmosphere became significantly more relaxed. The once-daunting presence of the full moon had dissipated, replaced by the soothing light of day.
We continued our tasks, with Ma Chen and I collecting herbs while the other cultivators diligently hunted for food. It wasn't just sustenance for ourselves; the provisions were also intended for the beasts they tamed, further reinforcing the connection between the Beast Order Sect and the creatures of the forest.
Wan Quan approached me, his eyes curious. "Did you gather enough herbs?"
