In one night, Tideng Monk purified three groups of Soul Ghosts smoothly with no interruptions or disturbances, something he truly hadn't anticipated.
Excitement came unexpectedly as the merit of the lantern progressed smoothly in refinement; the only imperfection was the distaste for his companion.
Hou Niao harvested thirteen Soul Beads that night, channeling their power into the Purple Mansion Vortex, which significantly strengthened the structure of the wall of the Soul Realm, and consequently greatly reduced the need for absorbing the Heaven and Earth Spirit Mechanism. His cultivation progressed rapidly; the only minor flaw was his partner's pretentiousness.
Dawn was breaking, and Tideng Monk put away the lantern and opened his eyes, full of disdain as he shook his head slightly, "... barely satisfactory."
Hou Niao sheathed his sword, a look of boredom on his face as he snorted, "Insignificant..."