Hou Bing's Travel Companion.

Shi Lang spent some time meditating and getting used to his new strength. He did not bother with the sparrow resting on his head. However, he did admit that this little bird was very beautiful. All the feathers seemed to be made of metal. 

The bird was moody but at least it did not bother Shi Lang's cultivation. His body was bursting with a power like never before. His soul was stronger and similarly his body was also stronger. It was almost unreal. He had been sitting here for two days, and figuring out the truth about it all. 

He could sense that the Phoenix had a hand in his recovery and even restored his Dao Laws. He focused on his soul sea and noticed something there. He sighed and asked, "Did you do something to me?" 

The little bird opened her eyes and communicated with spiritual sense, "Yes. I did." 

Shi Lang asked, "What did you do?"