Black Forest, below the cave lit with numerous crystal stones transforming the area into a purple hue.
Mu You sat cross-legged beside the spring, and a light blue caterpillar crawled out from his embrace, curiously looking around.
Perhaps having sensed the breath of life emanating from the spring below, the caterpillar crawled down his shoulder and reached the stone-edge of the spring.
Gazing at the clear water in the spring, the caterpillar's eyes revealed a longing mixed with a trace of hesitation.
Lingering by the edge for a moment, it first looked back at Mu You, confirming he was still beside it, which provided some reassurance. Then, turning back and gathering its courage, it slowly crawled into the water.
Once submerged, the caterpillar's rows of delicate feet naturally spread out, and it floated on the water surface, mimicking the posture of plankton.
The abundant life force made the caterpillar feel very comfortable, cheerfully swimming around in the spring.
