True to her second brother's words, the rain shadow effect started to wear out on the second day after leaving the Eternal Night Valley. Although it was still rather brown and barren, thicker grass grew to half the horse's height. Thanks to the little humidity, the weather was no longer as scorching as it was. However, they still had to ration their water until they could locate any streams or wells. Anji thought all would be well and that she would take a short nap after lunch.
When Bai Dajin, who was usually riding in the back, urged his horse forward ahead of Mingshen and halted it, Gu Ying and Anji's older brother followed the White Tiger Sect Leader's action. The sudden halt confused Anji, but she quickly realised something was wrong after noticing their reaction.
