The next day.
Everyone slept late, not getting up until around ten in the morning, and Zhao Ge, as their master, uncharacteristically refrained from hurrying his disciples, thinking to let them rest a bit more since they had been on the run for some time without proper rest.
However, Li Yi got up early.
His White Bone Temple Cultivation Skill naturally reduced his need for sleep, allowing him to stay alert without it.
A night of cultivation brought little improvement to Li Yi, but he felt a bit more relaxed in his body, and the discomfort from yesterday's muscle and bone stretching had vanished, clearly indicating that his body had memorized the sensation of Muscle Training.
The Eight Treasure Deer, having basked in the light all night and drunk the nutrient fluid, was much livelier, its strength restored. Although still thin, it moved vigorously and could even jump over thresholds.