The Strange Punishment
—Present Time: Outside the Mansion—
Thirteen people relaxed around a fire pit without a care in the world.
They were exhausted, but the groups cycled based on their power limitations. At some point, they refused to return.
As a result, no one was suffering from Qi deprivation.
"Man, I'm so glad that woman showed up."
"Right? I thought she was scary when she ensured we were all okay, but now I'm thankful."
"I agree. Watching that ominous frost develop around the law was terrifying, but she shut up the entire mansion within a minute of walking in."
"She must be important, too. If that's the case, at least we're in luck for following the rules."
"But… we did refuse to return."
"That's true, but she can't differentiate which were new and which weren't, right?"
"I wouldn't start making excuses. If that woman could instantly shut down that raging party, she doesn't accept justifications, right? We won't get punished; just be glad for that."
"True. Either way, I'm glad its over."