"The choice is yours. But in three months whether the others arrive or not, you will advance to the next phase."
"You can stay here. Rest. Recover. Continue cultivating the technique you've been given." His eyes gleamed with something predatory. "Just like those two have chosen to do."
He nodded toward Noah and Yuan Ming, still seated in meditation.
Feng Wei and Mu Tao exchanged glances, their expressions shifting to surprise. They'd assumed Noah and Yuan Ming had just arrived as well.
Instead of answering immediately, the three fell into contemplation.
Feng Wei looked ready to speak—probably to say they should advance immediately, prove their strength, and not appear weak by staying.
But Liu Yue moved first.
She bowed respectfully toward Supervisor Gui, her movements graceful and deferential. "Thank you for your generosity, Supervisor. We would be honored to accept your offer to stay and continue our cultivation."
