This created a virtuous cycle, which also perfectly aligned with the sect's overarching goal of nurturing its disciples.
...
They moved quickly, and before long, they reached the summit of Lingxi Peak.
As they crossed Lingxi Plaza, which was growing lively with activity, disciples along the path saw Si Jiawen and immediately stopped what they were doing. They bowed respectfully, addressing her as, "Senior Sister."
Si Jiawen merely gave a slight nod, not breaking her stride as she headed straight for Lingxi Hall.
Once the pair was out of earshot, a few disciples in the plaza gathered together, whispering to each other with furrowed brows.
"Hey, do you guys smell that? Something smells a little... off," one disciple said, sniffing the air with a confused look.
"I smell it too!" The others nearby nodded in agreement. "I think it was coming from Senior Sister and Yang Jing, but I have no idea what could be causing it."
