Chapter 184: Force of Nature

As he tended to the bird, the garden responded to his compassion, blossoming with newfound vitality and radiance. It was a testament to the transformative power of empathy and caring.

While Wan Quan embraced compassion and I grappled with the riddle of wisdom, Ma Chen faced his own trial of humility in a realm of endless mirrors. The reflections in the mirrors seemed to shift and change, distorting his sense of self.

"This trial challenges my sense of self-importance," Ma Chen realized. "I must remain humble and resist the temptation of arrogance."

With every step he took, the reflections became more distorted, and his own image seemed to grow larger and more imposing. But he pressed on, focusing on the virtue of humility and refusing to be swayed by false pride.