Chapter 286: Returning to the Temple for the Celestial Seed
At dawn, just before the fifth watch, someone arrived outside the door. It was none other than Advisor Zhang.
He seemed to have something urgent to discuss but dared not disturb Song You’s sleep. After asking the soldier standing guard if the Daoist was awake and receiving a negative reply, Advisor Zhang began pacing back and forth outside.
The sound of his quick, light footsteps clearly reflected his anxious state.
Inside the house, the calico cat was curled up on the bed, her entire body wrapped in the blanket with only her head peeking out. She stared wide-eyed toward the door.
After hesitating for a long time, she finally turned around and woke the Daoist.
“Meow…”
The Daoist opened his eyes, glanced outside, and immediately understood what was happening. Without saying much, he got up and dressed.
The cloth he had used to wash his face the night before was still damp. He grabbed it and casually wiped his face. The stark temperature difference between day and night on the plains made the cloth icy cold, instantly refreshing him.
When he opened the door, the night outside was still heavy with darkness. Lanterns flickered, and Advisor Zhang, pacing back and forth, turned toward him at the sound.