However, with such a powerful adversary, it seemed unlikely that this particular side quest could be advanced any time soon. Thus, Li Fan decided that he should prioritize his breakthrough and go study in the library in earnest...
After flying through empty space to the scripture pavilion, Li Fan noted that there were noticeably fewer outer sect disciples in the courtyard outside. He made his obeisance to the "Mo Sword" and the "Heavenly Ghost" before entering the scripture building, which was nearly devoid of people as well. He wondered if those disciples from the northern clans had already obtained the true scriptures or if they had all returned home for the winter.