Bai Yu and Elder Zhu settled into a comfortably furnished room within the Bai Clan compound. The Spatial Ring lay on the table between them, pulsing faintly with residual energy. Bai Yu, forgoing an inspection of the numerous treasures within, channeled his Qi into the ring. A specific box drew his attention – one adorned with a stylized flame symbol. Without hesitation, he retrieved it and tossed it across the table to Elder Zhu.
"My thanks," Elder Zhu exclaimed, a genuine smile spreading across his face. He eagerly opened the box, revealing a breathtaking sight. A blue flame danced within, radiating a potent aura that tingled with an unfamiliar energy. While this energy was unknown to Bai Yu, Elder Zhu recognized it instantly.
"By the heavens!" he cried out, his voice laced with a mixture of awe and surprise. "It's not just any Spirit Flame – it's the Moonfire Spirit Flame!"
Bai Yu's curiosity piqued. "Moonfire?" he echoed, his brow furrowing. "What properties does this particular flame possess?"
Elder Zhu's eyes gleamed with excitement as he launched into an explanation. "The Moonfire Spirit Flame is incredibly versatile," he began. "It can be used in alchemy, enhancing the potency and quality of elixirs. It can be employed for forging, tempering metals with unparalleled strength and flexibility. And, perhaps most importantly, it holds immense potential in combat, allowing its wielder to unleash devastating attacks imbued with lunar essence."
The implications hung heavy in the air. "Such a rare and powerful flame," Elder Zhu continued, a thoughtful glint in his eyes. "I'm certain the Fire King Sect Master would be ecstatic to receive it as a token of our newfound alliance."
Bai Yu nodded in agreement. The Moonfire Spirit Flame, while unknown to him, seemed to hold the potential to significantly benefit the Fire King Sect. Their conversation stretched on for several hours, covering a range of topics as they solidified the newly forged bond between their clans. Finally, with a warm farewell, Elder Zhu departed, eager to return to the Fire King Sect and present the Moonfire Spirit Flame.