As the boulder settled into place, sealing the cave shut, Yuan took a moment to survey his surroundings. Though the cave appeared as if it were an abyss where no light could reach, a faint, eerie glow subtly illuminated the space. However, its source remained a mystery.
The cave was surprisingly spacious, even larger than the room he had back in the Bamboo Garden. However, its conditions were harsh and unwelcoming. There was no proper floor, only the cold, uneven ground beneath him, layered with dirt and dust. Aside from the two pots placed at the far end of the space, the cave was utterly barren—not even the bare comfort of a bed to rest on.
